ep74 - Walking with God: A New Year's Journey with Richard Littledale

In this episode of the Christian Book Blurb podcast, host Matt McChlery speaks with author Richard Littledale about his new book, 'In Step with God: 101 Devotional Walks Through the Bible.' They discuss the metaphor of walking in relation to faith, the importance of community, and how to approach scripture with a fresh perspective. Richard shares insights from his book, emphasizing the significance of walking hopefully and companionably with God and others. The conversation also touches on Richard's slate craft hobby and his love of pasta!

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Takeaways

• Walking is a metaphor for the Christian journey.
• Choosing the right footwear symbolizes preparation for spiritual walks.
• Walking meetings foster better conversations and connections.
• The Bible is a complex landscape that requires careful navigation.
• Walking hopefully means expecting to encounter God in daily life.
• Companionable walking emphasizes the importance of community in faith.
• The book encourages active engagement with scripture through walking.
• Each walk in the book is designed to be accessible and relatable.
• New believers should expect surprises on their journey with God.
• Long-time believers can find new insights by slowing down and reflecting. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
00:58 The Theme of Walking with God
02:42 Choosing the Right Footwear for the Journey
05:48 Structure and Organization of the Book
08:29 Exploring Specific Walks in the Bible
11:35 The Importance of Walking Together
14:05 Encounters with Biblical Figures
17:10 Reflections on the Journey of Faith
19:53 Advice for New and Long-Time Believers
22:38 Author's Life and Future Projects