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Finding Joy in Prayer, Bible Reading, and Attending Church

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Finding Joy in Prayer, Bible Reading, and Attending Church

In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins addresses a struggle many believers face but rarely voice—losing joy in prayer, Bible reading, and attending church.

Drawing from Psalm 16:11, Psalm 119:103, Acts 2:42–47, and other passages, Dave explains why joy in these spiritual disciplines can fade and offers biblical, practical steps to rekindle delight in God’s presence. You’ll hear encouragement rooted in the gospel, advice for building consistency, and reminders that these are not burdens, but gifts that nourish the soul.

Whether you feel spiritually dry or simply want to deepen your joy in the Lord, this episode will help you return to the sweetness of knowing God through His Word, prayer, and the fellowship of the saints.

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Episode Notes

  • Scripture References
    • Psalm 16:11
    • Psalm 119:103
    • Acts 2:42, 46–47
    • Romans 8:1
    • Hebrews 10:24–25
  • Series: Anchored in the Word

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Dave Jenkins

Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021),  The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.
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Dave Jenkins October 22, 2025

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