Finding Joy in God’s Word with April Joy Gadoury

Many women genuinely want to understand the Bible, but they are not always sure where to begin. They may open Scripture and feel overwhelmed, become discouraged when they do not immediately understand what they are reading, or compare their spiritual practices with those of other women. April Joy Gadoury believes that spending time in God’s Word can be both deeply meaningful and joy-filled. Through A Joy Full Life, April helps women dig deeper into Scripture through unique, creative, and memorable experiences. Her approach encourages women to slow down, pay attention, ask questions, and engage with biblical truth in ways that help it remain with them long after their study time has ended. During this heartfelt conversation, April shares how her relationship with God developed and how He began connecting her creativity with her calling to teach. What may have once appeared to be separate interests became part of a larger purpose: helping women encounter God through His Word. Regina and April also talk about the pressure women sometimes place on themselves when it comes to spiritual disciplines. Bible study can easily become another task to complete rather than an opportunity to spend time with the God who loves us. April reminds listeners that there is no single formula for connecting with Scripture. Some women may learn through writing, drawing, journaling, visual reminders, conversation, or hands-on experiences. The goal is not to create something perfect or impressive. The goal is to remain present, listen for what God is teaching, and allow His truth to take root. The conversation also explores the relationship between creativity and faith. Creativity is not reserved for professional artists. Because we were created by God, creativity can appear in countless forms—from the way we solve problems and care for people to the way we notice beauty, tell stories, organize ideas, or reflect on Scripture. April encourages women to release the fear of doing Bible study incorrectly. God is not grading our quiet time or comparing our journals. He desires relationship, honesty, willingness, and an open heart. This episode offers practical encouragement for anyone who: Wants to understand Scripture more deeply Has struggled to maintain a consistent Bible-study routine Feels intimidated or overwhelmed when reading the Bible Believes she is not creative Wants to discover fresh ways of connecting with God Is learning to trust how God has uniquely designed and gifted her Desires more joy, curiosity, and freedom in her spiritual life In This Episode, Regina and April Discuss April’s personal faith journey and the story behind A Joy Full Life How God brought together April’s creativity and love of Scripture The importance of experiencing Scripture rather than simply collecting information Why many women feel intimidated by Bible study Letting go of perfectionism in our time with God Creative and memorable ways to engage with biblical truth Recognizing that creativity can take many different forms Developing curiosity while reading the Bible How to begin when you feel overwhelmed or spiritually stuck Trusting God with the gifts and passions He has placed within you Creating space to hear God in a busy and distracted world The joy that grows as we deepen our relationship with Jesus Key Takeaways Bible study is an invitation, not an obligation. God’s Word is not simply another item to complete. It is an invitation to know God’s heart and spend time in His presence. You do not have to study Scripture exactly like someone else. God created each person uniquely. The practices that help one woman connect with Scripture may look different from those that help another. Creativity is not about artistic perfection. Creativity can help us slow down, notice details, remember truth, and respond personally to what God is teaching us. Curiosity can deepen our understanding. Asking thoughtful questions about a passage can help us move beyond familiar words and discover the context, meaning, and application of Scripture. Consistency begins with small, faithful steps. You do not need an elaborate routine. Begin with the time and capacity you have, and trust God to meet you there. God can use every part of your story. Your experiences, abilities, interests, and even the parts of yourself you once dismissed may become part of how Go