Hey there, friend!
In this episode, I thought I’d share the reason behind the name Beneath The Fig Tree, my framework for how we do things, and a bit about what you can expect from this podcast.
Let’s start with the name. Beneath The Fig Tree isn’t just a podcast. It’s also a blog, resource, and YouTube channel. Through all of it, the goal is the same. Help you cultivate a devotional life you love because that leads to the kind of meaningful relationship with God that you’ve always longed for but didn’t know how to make happen.
The fig tree is both a symbol of our devotion —in the Bible it was a place people went to pray and meditate,
and a symbol of the coming Messiah –which promised a time of peace, prosperity, provision, and physical presence
Beneath The Fig Tree was birthed with the first in mind. A place of devotion, of prayer, of digging deep into and loving scripture, and of seeking a tangible relationship with God.
It was later that I realized Nathanael’s encounter with Jesus also provided a path to a deep, meaningful, tangible friendship with God.
We can find that encounter in John 1: 45-51
- 45 Philip went to look for his friend, Nathanael, and told him, “We’ve found him! We’ve found the One we’ve been waiting for! It’s Jesus, son of Joseph from Nazareth! He’s the One whom Moses and the prophets prophesied would come!”
- v.46 Nathanael sneered, “Nazareth! What good thing could ever come from Nazareth?” Philip answered, “Come and let’s find out!”
- 47 When Jesus saw Nathanael approaching, he said, “Here comes a true son of Israel—an honest man with no hidden motive!”
- 48 Nathanael was stunned and said, “But you’ve never met me—how do you know anything about me?” Jesus answered, “Nathanael, right before Philip came to you, I saw you sitting under the shade of a fig tree.”
- 49 Nathanael blurted out, “Teacher, you are truly the Son of God and the King of Israel!”
- 50 Jesus answered, “Do you believe simply because I told you I saw you sitting under a fig tree? You will experience even more impressive things than that!
Friend, I count it an overwhelming joy and honor to share with you as Phillip shared with Nathanael…
“I’ve found Jesus! I’ve found that relationship with Him that we’ve always longed for.”
One of my MOST favorite things in life is seeing women light up when they have their own “aha” moments with God.
Here’s what we do here Beneath The Fig Tree.
- Lay down the guilt and shame
Give yourself some grace and get rid of the stinkin’ thinkin’ because until you can get past the guilt over whatever your devotional life looks like right now, you’ll have no room in your heart to explore and find new ways to connect with Him. - Discover how you best relate to God
Every relationship is unique and that’s what makes them special. Your relationship with God is no different. So, let’s find out your favorite ways to spend time with God. - Cultivate a devotional life you love
Find tons of inspiration, ideas, encouragement, and FUN ADVENTURES that will help you develop the kind of relationship with God that you’ve always longed for.
Each episode will be short and offer inspiration, tools, and easy ideas to help you cultivate a devotional life you actually love and look forward to. The kind of spiritual practice that actually transforms your relationship with God.
Okay Fig, that’s it for this episode. In episode 3, I’ll be introducing the 10-Day Do Something Challenge. It’s a Fig favorite that we do every year and I think you’re going to love it.
In the meantime, make sure to FOLLOW this podcast and we’d love to see you over in the FIGS Community Facebook page. I’ll drop the link in the show notes.
Let’s cultivate a devotional life you love…like really love.
It is possible and it’s easier than you think.
Talk to ya soon, Fig!
