465 Blocks That Keep You From Reading the Bible

March 16, 2026

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When the desire to spend time in God’s Word feels more like a heavy obligation than a joyful habit, how do you get back on track—and why do we carry so much guilt when we fall behind? In this episode of the Praying Christian Women podcast, Jaime and Alana reunite to tackle a struggle that impacts almost every believer: making daily Bible reading a consistent reality.

What starts as a simple lack of interest or the temptation to "coast" on past spiritual knowledge can quickly form towering "Bible blocks." Through honest and candid conversation, Jaime and Alana unpack the hidden obstacles keeping us from Scripture. We explore how decision fatigue, physical limitations, and the pressure to study the "right way" can paralyze our quiet times, and why envying someone else’s 5 a.m. discipline might be missing the point entirely.
Along the way, they share personal stories—from memorable first Bibles to the sometimes unpredictable results of playing "Bible roulette."
Whether you are overwhelmed by where to start or simply need a reminder that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to quiet time, we hope you’ll join us as we learn to strip away the expectations of others and discover a genuine, grace-filled way to connect with God through His Word.

Episodes Mentioned in this Episode:

Loving the World's Most Vulnerable with Karol Holmes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XOMF2k3ZqD4
Christian True-Crime Junkies (Fleeing an Abusive Church series): https://open.spotify.com/episode/74K9bYKM9LCQdpVYeBLhjN

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Alana Terry is a USA Today bestselling suspense novelist from rural Alaska, known throughout the Christian fiction world for her intense storylines and realistic characters. She is also the founder of Praying Christian Women Ministries, and co-host of the Praying Christian Women Podcast. She can often be found pacing around outside, brainstorming new ideas or dreaming up her next plot twist.

Jaime Hampton is a Christian author, and co-host of the Praying Christian Women Podcast. She enjoys camping with her family, roasting (and drinking!) coffee, and the crazy life that comes with being a hockey mom.