#431 - The Importance of Biblical Literacy with Amy Senter

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#431 – The Importance of Biblical Literacy with Amy Senter

This week, I’m joined by Amy Senter, a former teacher and artist with a passion for making the Bible accessible to everyone. After struggling to understand Scripture herself, Amy used her background in education and art to create tools that simplify Bible study for all ages and learning styles. Her popular Books of the Bible cheat sheets, designed with visual learners and those with ADHD or dyslexia in mind, are now sold in over 50 countries.

Amy’s journey has not been without challenges. After receiving a late-stage Lyme Disease diagnosis, she found herself questioning her faith and purpose. But through this challenging season, Amy’s relationship with God deepened, and she rediscovered her passion for Bible study. Her story is a powerful reminder of how God can bring purpose and growth even through our most difficult circumstances.

I really enjoyed this conversation and know it will inspire you, so let’s dive in!

1:43 – Amy 101

Growing up in Northen Virginia
A wife and mom living in Texas
Transitioning from teaching to being a stay-at-home mom
Getting sick and rediscovering a love for art

12:26 – Finding Purpose In The Unexpected

Navigating the identity shifts of adulthood
Letting go of external expectations
Amy’s journey to teaching and sharing through art
Taking the next step

20:20 – The Importance of Bible Literacy

The decline of Biblical literacy
The role teaching and curriculum play in comprehension
The danger of only relying on secondary sources
Reading and discerning the Bible yourself

35:12 – You Are Not Alone

Being diagnosed with Lyme disease
The physical, emotional and spiritual toll of this sickness
How Amy is doing now
A deeper understanding of God’s presence in suffering
Connecting with Amy

FEATURED QUOTES

“So many people are constantly like, what’s my purpose, what’s my calling, what’s my next step? And I’ve tried to constantly encourage people [that] you may not know until you’ve already gotten there.”

“I thought all this stuff I worked so hard for was a waste, and then it came back and served such a different and wonderful purpose. And I didn’t see it coming at all.”

“It’s so important to know biblical literacy, because that’s how you discern things.”

Learn more about Amy:

https://amysenter.com/about/?srsltid=AfmBOooEHBBJ3KnlYETp6Ab09rdTjiKbFzB8CK1A6X7cXZhqG4h-_9-T

Amy on Socials:

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YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@amysenter