We’re thrilled to welcome our new friend Jodie Niznik to the studio today! Jodie is the host of So Much More, a Scripture meditation podcast that helps women slow down, create space to listen to God, and move biblical truth from head knowledge to heart transformation.

In this conversation, Jodie shares how Scripture meditation has become a lifeline for women who feel stuck in doing all the things, and why creating space to simply be with Jesus is often the missing piece for those breaking free from alcohol, people-pleasing, or performance.

Whether you’re just curious about taking a break from alcohol, walking your own exodus, or longing to deepen your relationship with Jesus, this episode will encourage you to slow down, listen, and start small.

📘 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why head knowledge isn’t enough, and how Scripture meditation moves truth from your mind to your heart and hands.
The difference between Eastern “empty your mind” meditation and biblical “fill your mind” meditation.
The brain science behind creating new grooves for peace instead of spirals of anxiety and craving.
How to begin (even if you’re busy or intimidated!) with just five minutes a day.
Why slowing down is essential for real transformation, and simple ways to start.
How to help your kids recognize God’s voice and discern His leading.
A sneak peek at the practices Jodie will teach live inside our community this October.

💌 Links & Resources:


🗓️ Join Jodie’s Live Masterclass in the BJDW Community — October 21, 2025
Learn and practice breath prayer, Lectio Divina, and the Examen with Jodie in real time by joining us inside the BJDW Community.

🎧 Listen to Jodie’s Podcast — So Much More
A weekly Scripture meditation podcast designed to help you slow down and experience God’s peace.

📖 Order your copy of Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind

📲 Connect on Instagram:@butjesusdrankwine

🎥 Watch on YouTube: Come hang out with us HERE!

 

The creators, hosts, and producers of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological or professional advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any communication on behalf of BJDW or otherwise to be a substitute for such. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed in any mention of and/or linked resources are those of the authors/owners of those resources and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast team or guests of the show.

We&rsquo;re thrilled to welcome our new friend Jodie Niznik to the studio today! Jodie is the host of So Much More, a Scripture meditation podcast that helps women slow down, create space to listen to God, and move biblical truth from head knowledge to heart transformation.
In this conversation, Jodie shares how Scripture meditation has become a lifeline for women who feel stuck in doing all the things, and why creating space to simply be with Jesus is often the missing piece for those breaking free from alcohol, people-pleasing, or performance.
Whether you&rsquo;re just curious about taking a break from alcohol, walking your own exodus, or longing to deepen your relationship with Jesus, this episode will encourage you to slow down, listen, and start small.
📘 What You&rsquo;ll Learn in This Episode:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why head knowledge isn&rsquo;t enough, and how Scripture meditation moves truth from your mind to your heart and hands.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The difference between Eastern &ldquo;empty your mind&rdquo; meditation and biblical &ldquo;fill your mind&rdquo; meditation.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The brain science behind creating new grooves for peace instead of spirals of anxiety and craving.</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to begin (even if you&rsquo;re busy or intimidated!) with just five minutes a day.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why slowing down is essential for real transformation, and simple ways to start.</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to help your kids recognize God&rsquo;s voice and discern His leading.</li>
<li aria-level="1">A sneak peek at the practices Jodie will teach live inside our community this October.</li>
</ul>
💌 Links &amp; Resources:
 🗓️ Join Jodie&rsquo;s Live Masterclass in the BJDW Community &mdash; October 21, 2025 Learn and practice breath prayer, Lectio Divina, and the Examen with Jodie in real time by joining us inside the <a href="https://butjesusdrankwine.com/community">BJDW Community</a>.
🎧 <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-much-more-scripture-meditation-lectio-divina/id1541782135">Listen to Jodie&rsquo;s Podcast &mdash; So Much More </a>A weekly Scripture meditation podcast designed to help you slow down and experience God&rsquo;s peace.
📖 Order your copy of <a href="https://amzn.to/42l7z9C">Love Life Sober: A 40 Day Alcohol Fast to Rediscover Your Joy, Improve Your Health, and Renew Your Mind</a>
📲 Connect on Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/butjesusdrankwine">@butjesusdrankwine</a>
🎥 Watch on YouTube: Come hang out with us <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZrjJZX8540dsaAULtVbM0w">HERE</a>!
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The creators, hosts, and producers of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, psychological or professional advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any communication on behalf of BJDW or otherwise to be a substitute for such. Additionally, the views and opinions expressed in any mention of and/or linked resources are those of the authors/owners of those resources and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the But Jesus Drank Wine podcast team or guests of the show.

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Join Meade and Christy, two retired-over-drinkers turned freedom-from-alcohol coaches, as they explore all of the stories that kept them stuck in the nightly over-drinking cycle, including but certainly not limited to "But Jesus drank wine?" If you're looking for two Christian women who get real about how wine held them back and explore tricky questions about drinking (and beyond!) with grace, compassion, and zero judgment, this is the podcast for you.
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