Best Melinda Song Podcasts (2024)

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Marriage, Sex and Power - Rethinking the Song of Songs (part two) with Kamina Wust 38:16

9d ago38:16

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Send us a text Continuing on our deep dive into the Song of Songs, Kamina Wust returns to discuss the provocative themes of sex, power, and marriage within the text. We delve into how this ancient love poem challenges traditional views on women, relationships and headship, offering some challenging perspectives that resonate with us all today. We d…

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Context, Critique, and Characters: Rethinking the Song of Songs with Kamina Wust 49:56

18d ago49:56

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Send us a text This is part one of a 2 episode dive into the often misunderstood book that is, the Song of Songs. Join Kamina Wust and Cass as they unpack the historical and literary context of this ancient text, shedding light on its purpose and also misunderstandings that are commonly held. We explore how the Song critiques King Solomon, revealin…

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Birthday Remix 2023: Cultivating Christ-Centered Friendships 1:02:22

1M ago1:02:22

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Send us a text HT Celebrates 4 years this month so to celebrate we are re-releasing a fan favourite from each year. Here is 2023 pick! Join Cass as she sits down with Ange and Amy as they reflect on the essence of Christian friendships. Drawing from Scripture and life experiences, they uncover the practical aspects of cultivating meaningful friends…

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Birthday Remix 2022: Hidden Sin, Women Overcoming Porn & Love Addiction 56:17

1M ago56:17

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Send us a text Ever wondered if women struggle with porn and sexual addiction? Well they do. And if that's you, you are not alone! In this episode I interview Sarah from Pure Desires who has been leading and participating in accountability groups since 2014. Sarah shares her testimony and also her insights into this silent struggle so many of us fa…

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Birthday Remix 2021: Women, Church & Faith, Complimentarianism/Egalitarianism/Feminism 53:12

2M ago53:12

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Send us a text HT Celebrates 4 years this month so to celebrate we are re-releasing a fan favourite from each year. Here is 2021 pick. All about women in the church, gender equality, feminism and the two main views held within the Church. You can find the other two episodes that were part of this series back in 2021. Keep an eye out in 2025 for a n…

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Birthday Remix 2020: Reformed & Charismatic? 58:03

2M ago58:03

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Send us a text HT celebrates 4 years this month. So to celebrate we are re-releasing a fan favourite from each year. So to start us out, here is one from 2020! Not sure what we are talking about? We are discussing the gifts of the Holy Spirit! A topic that seems to be divisive in the church. So we wanted to tackle it head-on with a tonne of grace a…

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Active Resistance in a Sexualized World with Melinda Tankhard Reist from Collective Shout 45:48

2M ago45:48

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Send us a text ** This episode is not appropriate for little ears, the content we cover is confronting so listener discretion is advised.** We cover A LOT in this interview. Melinda, Co-Founder of Collective Shout works to combat the sexualization of women and girls and has achieved numerous victories in removing offensive content and promoting cha…

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Creating a Hospitable Heart : Biblical Foundations 39:00

3M ago39:00

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Send us a text Welcome to the new series on hospitality. I'm going to take you through some of the foundational elements to hospitality - and we are starting with the bible. What does hospitality mean and where do we see it in scripture? How does our understanding of this then transfer into our hearts and homes? I do a deep dive into a surprising p…

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The (Trans) Gender Revolution - A Biblical, Biological & Compassionate Response with Patricia Warekoon 1:14:58

4M ago1:14:58

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Send us a text This episode we discuss the sweeping Transgender movement that is gaining momentum across the western world. We address everything from the history of the movement, the research & data that sheds light on the reality of this cultural shift along with ways in which we can support and love others that are in the midst of transitioning …

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Is There a Toxic War on Masculinity? With Professor Nancy Pearcey 58:17

4M ago58:17

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Send us a text There is a lot of mixed messaging out there when it comes to gender. With mixed messaging comes poor & dangerous ideologies and weak leaders that influence the next generation. This leads to confused boys & girls operating in unhealthy ways that have devastating effects. I had a conversation with Professor Nancy Pearcey to discuss wh…

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The Art of Encouragement 44:30

4M ago44:30

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Send us a text In this episode Cass goes on a deep dive on what encouragement is, exploring its Biblical foundations and distinguishing it from flattery & compliments. In doing so we can understand the the differences between flattery and genuine encouragement, equipping ourselves to engage in uplifting dialogue that honours God and edifies His peo…

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Bringing Forth Life: Gods Plans and Purposes for Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond 1:03:25

5M ago1:03:25

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Send us a text Jodie McIver joins me to discuss how Pregnancy, Birth & Parenting are part of Gods good design and how that truth impacts our attitude and approach as we journey bringing forth life into the world. We discuss everything from decision making & advocating for yourself, how to support others, the ins and outs of what to expect throughou…

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Beyond the Pulpit: Navigating Ministry Burnout 52:12

6M ago52:12

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we tackle the often overlooked issue of burnout in ministry leadership. Joined by Lynette, a professional supervisor specialised in supporting Christian leaders, we explore the true nature of burnout and dispel common misconceptions. From practical ways to recognise and support pastors/leaders, to fostering …

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Mission, Evangelism & The Local Church 1:05:32

7M ago1:05:32

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Send us a text Sharing the gospel isn't always easy, in fact for many, its hard. So how do we overcome that and what are some of the common barriers we face as christians & the Church? How does mission & evangelism work, what does cross-cultural mission look like, how do we know someone is ready to be sent overseas, what about culture and our new i…

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Proverbs with Dr Jansen Condren 1:07:25

7M ago1:07:25

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Send us a text Dr Jansen Condren is a Head of Old Testament at SMBC. Subjects discussed in this episode include the structure, history & genre for Proverbs. How we should approach Proverbs and study it. The practical outworking from our study. We address the assumed contradictions in Proverbs that so many get stuck on, the difference between virtue…

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A Heart for Feasting This Christmas + Your Traditions Shared! 22:53

9M ago22:53

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Send us a text Come experience a Christmas miracle - a 20 min episode! No but seriously, what a joy we have before us to feast and celebrate the King. So what does that look like? Should we be opulent? How does Scripture highlight this? And what if we aren't the place to rejoice this season? This is navigated through Isaiah 25 & Luke 1. We, as chri…

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Theology of The Holy Spirit with Rob Smith 42:04

10M ago42:04

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Send us a text Rob Smith is a lecturer at SMBC college and came on to discuss the Holy Spirit. In this episode we address the questions surrounding the Holy Spirit within a biblical framework. We look at the titles and roles the Spirit plays, a correct way to worship, discernment in understanding the Spirits leading in our lives, what grieving the …

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Saints or Spooks: A Christians Dilemma on Halloween 30:25

11M ago30:25

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Send us a text Here it is. You asked, we deliver. A touchy topic for many, but one we can't dismiss. Its around us and growing with traction each year. These are arguments for and against participating in Halloween and working through the heart motivation and then arriving on a God centred conviction. Like what you heard? Be sure to subscribe to wh…

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10 Dead Gals You Should Know - with author Rachel Ciano 57:06

11M ago57:06

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Send us a text In this episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Rachel Ciano, one of the co-authors of the new book, "10 Dead Gals You Should Know." This book delves into the stories of 10 remarkable women who dedicated their lives to advancing the Gospel throughout the last 2000 years. It paints a diverse tapestry of women, ranging from the g…

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The Trinity with Rev Dr Rob Smith 45:44

12M ago45:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this two-part interview, Cass sits down with Rev Dr Rob Smith, Head of Christian Thought at SMBC, to explore the intricate concept of the Trinity. A truly essential doctrine to our faith. Our approach in this episode is simple: no question is too basic when it comes to understanding and effectively communicating the conce…

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Conditional Forgiveness with Dr Kit Barker 53:00

12M ago53:00

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Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Kit Barker delves into the two primary perspectives on forgiveness. We explore the theological and practical dimensions of conditional forgiveness and discuss the concept of healing in the context of forgiveness. Throughout our discussion, Kit consistently underscores the unique advantage that Christians have in …

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At The Table: Cultivating Christ-Centered Friendships 1:02:21

1y ago1:02:21

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Send us a text Welcome to the first episode of "At The Table" on Her Theology! Join Cass as she sits down with Ange and Amy as they reflect on the essence of Christian friendships. Drawing from Scripture and life experiences, they uncover the practical aspects of cultivating meaningful friendships. They discuss a biblical understanding of friendshi…

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Christian Traditions - Dispelling common misconceptions with Bella from Over the Tea Cups 40:40

1y ago40:40

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Send us a text In todays episode Bella from Over The Tea Cups joins Cass to discuss christian traditions. They discuss Lent, Advent and other ways traditions impact the church and also our faith. The origins are explained along with a good heart check. You can find Bella at Over the Tea Cups on Instagram and https://overtheteacup.wordpress.com/auth…

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Overcoming Tiredness : Your faith & exhaustion 36:14

1y ago36:14

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Send us a text Tiredness is something we can all connect on, yet it's not often spoken about in the Church. Join Cass as she discusses the reality of tiredness in our lives and the ways in which God can use it to edify and grow us. She opens up about her own personal journey and highlights both spiritual and practical ways to help you combat the be…

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Sin of Omission 42:32

1+ y ago42:32

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Send us a text We give a lot of attention, rightly so, to the sins we have committed both intentionally and unintentionally. But do you ever give thought to the sin of omission, the sin committed purely by NOT taking action? Not sure what we are talking about? Think about the moments where you have ignored the call to do good work, God's work. Jame…

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Systematic Theology - what it is, why its important & how to start 37:04

2y ago37:04

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Send us a text Dr Les Crawford is a distinguished lecturer with over 30 years experience teaching others about Systematic Theology (along with a variety of other topics) as Academic Dean of Adelaide School of Ministry. I had Dr Les come on to the show to help us wrap our heads around Systematic Theology and how we can grow in our approach to readin…

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Hidden Sin - Healing & Restoration from Infidelity in Marriage 54:44

2y ago54:44

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Send us a text This week I speak to Dan & Jen Howie from the States as they share some of the most vulnerable parts of their story. You will hear how they worked through infidelity along with the reality of what the process involved, the good & the bad. I am so encouraged by Jen & Dans willingness to share their journey, and I have no doubt you wil…

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Hidden Sin - Helping Women Win the Battle over Porn & Love Addiction 52:33

2y ago52:33

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Send us a text Every wondered if women struggle with porn and sexual addiction? Well they do. And if that's you, you are not alone! In this episode I interview Sarah from Pure Desires who has been leading and participating in accountability groups since 2014. Sarah shares her testimony and also her insights into this silent struggle so many of us f…

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Hidden Sin - A Solution for the Church on Porn, Infidelity & Sexual Brokeness 1:02:18

2+ y ago1:02:18

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Send us a text According to research overseas 70% of men within the church engage in watching porn regularly and over 50% pastors also struggle. It goes even higher to 76% when its men under the age of 25. But women aren’t void of this either, there is a silent battle going on for women as well. 87% of christian women have seen porn and of that und…

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Soundbite : How to vote this coming election 10:01

2+ y ago10:01

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Send us a text The election is just around the corner and many of us are still a little lost on the voting process and how to do our research. This is a snippet of the interview I had with Wendy from ACL. You can find the whole episode, Politics & Faith, wherever you get your podcasts. Like what you heard? Be sure to subscribe to whatever platform …

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Abortion, Truth & Grace - Why you should care & how to join the conversation 1:00:19

2+ y ago1:00:19

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Send us a text Please prayerfully consider if this episode is for you. If you are struggling with grief or trauma post an abortion, please know there is help available. You can find a link to a organisation trained in this field in the episode notes. This episode covers a range of topics surrounding Abortion. Addressing the need for grace and empat…

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Politics & Faith with Wendy Francis from ACL 48:51

2+ y ago48:51

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Send us a text When I say politics there will be some of us that run for the hills, others that activate and join the fight and then some that want to stay neutral and invest the bare minimum. Regardless where you are at, PLEASE listen to this episode. Wendy from ACL gives you and I some incredible insight to the effectiveness of ACL and how your v…

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Did The Father Turn His Face Away? 38:42

2+ y ago38:42

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Send us a text We sing this line in a classic worship song that many of us would know, that the Father turned his face away, but is it true? Did God the Father turn his face away, did some form of disconnection take place while Christ was on the cross quoting Psalm 22? This question permeates many important areas of theology including the trinity -…

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Q&A with Tracey on Same Sex Attraction 56:22

2+ y ago56:22

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Send us a Text Message. We hear back from Tracey with our listeners questions in regards to same sex attraction & our faith. We cover everything from Mardi Gras, gay affirming pastors being disqualified as teachers, supporting the youth in our community, attending gay marriage, deconstructing from the faith because of LGBTQI issues & more. 02:20 - …

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Contemplative Prayer with Marcia Montenegro 1:30:19

2+ y ago1:30:19

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Send us a text Join Marcia and I as we delve into the practices, origins and scriptural basis for contemplative prayer. Marcia is a former astrologist who is well versed in New Age practices and serves to create awareness within the church of methods & practices that can become a distraction from Biblical teaching. Some of the topics we discuss in …

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Part Two: Facing Same Sex Attraction 1:06:33

2+ y ago1:06:33

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Send us a text In this part two of our series, I ask Tracey all the practical questions and get her insight on how best to support those with same sex attraction & believers of Christ, advice for the church & leaders and also some encouragement to those that have same sex attraction but haven't shared it with anyone. We wrap it up with some resourc…

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Part One: Same Sex Attraction 48:39

2+ y ago48:39

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Send us a text In part one of our series on same sex attraction, we hear Traceys testimony. How she was brought up, coming to terms with her attraction to girls, her views on the church & then how she came to know Jesus. Not only is it encouraging to her about her journey, but there are some really powerful lessons for us to gain as we hear how her…

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Fear & Loathing In The Church - A Couch Divided & Her Theology 1:19:17

2+ y ago1:19:17

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Send us a text A Couch Divided is an American podcast where psychology meets a christian worldview. In this episode we get together and discuss what it looks like contending for the faith, unity & truth in a world that is strongly fueled by fear messaging, changing narratives & government policies that are impacting our lives, quite often, for the …

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Kirst Final Episode 24:10

2+ y ago24:10

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Send us a text Oh its sad writing this one up but unfortunately we have to share the news that Kirst has decided to step out of Her Theology. Tune in to find out what God has been doing in her life recently and the next steps as she focuses on family and ministry within the Church. It's never fun saying goodbye to a good thing but I'm sure we can a…

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The Enneagram: A Closer Look 50:08

3y ago50:08

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Send us a text This is for the lovers, haters & inbetweeners of the famous Enneagram. We look at the history, the introduction of it into Christianity & more importantly, explore whether there is space for it in the Church and our faith. Our heart ultimately is to test all things against the Word of God and that's what we ultimately aim to do in th…

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Faithful & Single 56:04

3y ago56:04

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Send us a text In this episode we interview Anne and gain so much wisdom on what it means to be single and living for Christ. Anne spent 80 years of her life single, until she married her husband, Barry at the sweet age of 82! Yes- you read that right. Her testimony is nothing but encouraging and insightful as we hear how she has remained faithful …

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Facing Miscarriage 36:36

3y ago36:36

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Send us a text In this episode we hear from Jen, a wonderful women of God that has faced 5 miscarriages. In a very raw and real interview we hear about the journey Jen & her family have been on, discussing the emotions, questions, doubt & challenges along with the hope, faith & peace that sustained her. Our prayer is that you will be encouraged to …

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Facing Stillbirth 57:14

3y ago57:14

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Send us a Text Message. This episode presents a very unique opportunity for us to all hear a first-hand account from one of our sisters in Christ, Kaytie from More than Wildflowers. Earlier this year Kaytie gave birth to her third child, her stillborn son, Beaumont. We have followed her journey and invited her on to share as we were so encouraged b…

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#3 on Women: Q & A - You asked, we've answered! 42:39

3y ago42:39

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Send us a text In this episode we answer questions on this topic that you girls out there have sent in to us! As always, you may disagree with the answers we have given WHICH IS FINE! Read your Bible, talk to other Christians, do your research, go with your conscience (Romans 14). Like what you heard? Be sure to subscribe to whatever platform you l…

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#2 Women, Church & Faith: Women's Roles in the Church 57:14

3y ago57:14

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Send us a text In this episode, Cassy takes us DEEP into the Word, digging into all those passages about women that are commonly misused, misunderstood and basically left for dead! Get your Bible out - it's time to unpack it, ladies! Ephesians 5:21-33 Ephesians 6:1-9 1 Corinthians 7 1 Peter 3:1-7 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 1 Timothy 3:1-13 1 Timothy 2:8…

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#1 Women, Church & Faith: Complementarianism // Egalitarianism // Feminism 49:01

3y ago49:01

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Send us a text It's alllll the ISMs! In this episode Cass explains the definitions and differences between complentarianism and egalitarianism. Don't know what we're talking about? You NEED to listen to this one! Cass also gives us a sweeping view through feminism and helps us to see how it has continued to impact us for better or worse... Like wha…

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Fighting for Truth: Postmodernism Sucks! 49:48

3y ago49:48

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Send us a text This episode is a raw and honest conversation between Cass and Kirst about TRUTH. In this episode we chat about how postmodernism has let us down BIG TIME! Praise Jesus for BEING The Actual and ABSOLUTE Truth! There is such a thing as absolute truth... ! Join us as we chat about fighting for Truth in a world that doesn't even believe…

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Woman on a mission! 54:57

3y ago54:57

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Send us a text In this episode we interview a woman on a mission... no really, she is a missionary! Hear her encouraging story of what it looks like to trust Jesus day to day as she serves Him and His people in a place that has faced a lot of disaster and destruction. We cover a bunch of topics including what it looks like to follow your calling, p…

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Biblical Theology: Jesus in the OT 50:03

3y ago50:03

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Send us a text As promised, we alluded to an episode to come that would tie in with the Biblical Theology stuff in helping us to see Jesus in the Old Testament. Here it is! In this episode, we unpack some of the OT to see how Jesus is PATTERNED, PROMISED and PRESENT throughout! We really enjoyed recording this episode and found it to be quite a mea…

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Biblical Theology: Themes & patterns throughout the Bible 38:10

3y ago38:10

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Send us a text In this episode, we are going to have a look at the big THEMES of the Bible and how they pop up time and time again, shaping the overarching narrative of the Bible. So if you’re a picture person, it might be handy for you to draw these themes in the front cover of your Bible and then assign a highlighter colour to each one and when y…

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