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[MARKED] is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God's Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God's calling in their lives. Each episode, Kelly D. King and Elizabeth Hyndman will talk about what God is doing—how He has and is marking each of us.
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Daily prayers for morning, noon, evening, and the close of the day, drawn from the Book of Common Worship: Daily Prayer Edition, prepared by the Office of Theology and Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Daily prayer has been a way of life and practice of faith for the people of God for millennia, from the psalmists of ancient Israel through the saints of the Christian Church. These services for daily prayer are designed to help you join that great cloud of witnesses - seeking the ...
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Transformed by Scripture Memory | With Dwell Differently
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Sisters Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz from Dwell Differently are with us today to share how Scripture memory has transformed their hearts and minds. Hear the story behind the temporary tattoos they use to help with Scripture memorization through their ministry, Dwell Differently, and why they chose to focus on Philippians 4:4-9 for their new Bibl…
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Leaving a Spiritual Legacy for Your Family | Ray and Jani Ortlund
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Generation by generation, God can accomplish great things through family. In this episode, Ray and Jani Ortlund joined us to discuss the importance of family and passing on a legacy of faith to future generations. We loved the wisdom they shared with us about how we each will impact future generations far more than we realize, whether you are a you…
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Mary Wiley on Exercising Theology in Your Everyday Life
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Our friend and teammate Mary Wiley is back on the podcast! In this episode, Mary talks about how redefining theology changed her perspective, what makes something a "theology devotional," and how we can exercise theology in everyday life. LINKS: Our Highest Good Everyday Theology Bible Study You Are a Theologian Lifeway Women Academy—Theology 101 D…
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How to Grow in Christlikeness | with Eunice Chung
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Spiritual formation is not a new term by any means, but it is one that we're hearing more often these days. A wide range of things point to growing in Christlikeness, so we invited Eunice Chung on the podcast to talk about how art and the Christian imagination, as well as some of the spiritual disciplines, point to growing in Christlikeness. LINKS:…
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Announcing Our 2025 Event Lineup (Plus a New Event with Jen Wilkin!)
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We are so excited to share our 2025 Lifeway Women Event lineup with you! Catherine Inman and Mickey Pitts from our Lifeway Women events team join Elizabeth to share what's coming up next year, including a brand-new event with Jen Wilkin. You'll learn more about how you can incorporate these events into your women's ministry calendars, as well as he…
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Prepare Your Heart for Advent with Jennifer Rothschild & Ellie Holcomb
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We know it's only September, but we have two resources for Advent that we just can't wait to share with you! Jennifer Rothschild and Ellie Holcomb join us to talk about the Prepare Him Room Virtual Event and the Joy to the World Bible Study Book. Listen in as we prepare our hearts for Advent this year and learn more about resources you can plan to …
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Last year at Lifeway Women’s Leadership Forum, Elizabeth and Kelly asked different women’s ministry leaders the question, “How has God’s faithfulness marked you in your ministry?” Julie Woodruff came into the podcast studio to listen back to those clips and also share how God’s faithfulness has marked her in her own ministry. We loved hearing these…
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Donna Gaines on the Importance of Biblical Literacy and Volunteering in Your Community
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In this episode, we're at the Southern Baptist Convention talking with Donna Gaines! We loved this conversation with Donna as she shares her heart for serving her community and emphasizes the significance of biblical literacy and having a deeper prayer life. She highlights the stories of women in the Bible, such as Eve and Huldah, and how they can …
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Priscilla Shirer on Sharing the Gospel through Christian Filmmaking
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In this episode of the MARKED Podcast, Priscilla Shirer shares the behind the scenes of the making of The Forge movie with the Kendrick Brothers. We discuss with her how Christian films have a unique opportunity to share the gospel by reaching people who may not engage with traditional forms of ministry. Priscilla highlights the collaborative and p…
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Kristi McLelland on Reading Luke in Its Historical, Cultural, and Geographical Context
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Learn more about the Gospel of Luke as we talk with Kristi McLelland about the significance of studying this Gospel in its historical, cultural, and geographical context. She highlights the storytelling prowess of Luke and emphasizes that the hope for her newest Bible study, Luke in the Land, is to invite participants to experience the heart of the…
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We loved this conversation with Jen Wilkin as she shared more about the making of her new Bible study on the book of Revelation. Laura Magness, the content editor of the study, joins us as a special guest cohost and offers her thoughts on their research process and the value of studying Revelation from a variety of perspectives. You won't want to m…
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Diving into Ephesians with Jackie Hill Perry and Melissa Kruger
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Take a closer look at the book of Ephesians by joining our conversation with Jackie Hill Perry and Melissa Kruger. Jackie and Melissa, along with Jasmine Holmes who was unable to join us, recently released a collaborative Bible study on the book of Ephesians. Hear what they had to say about this challenging book of the Bible and how we can learn to…
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In our last episode of the Come Home series on the MARKED Podcast, Rachel Setliffe joins us from Scotland to share her heart behind her ministry, Restored Home. Birthed out of Rachel's own story, Restored Home seeks to come alongside the church and equip and lead women shattered by betrayal, abandonment, and unwanted divorce toward the God who rest…
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A Home Away From Home | Hosting a Women's Retreat
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Caroline Saunder's friends, Megan Morrison and Christin Poley from Story & Soul, are here with us to talk about hosting a women's retreat that is a home away from home. They share how serving together has fostered a sense of home within their friendship and their ministry, and they talk about some practical and spiritual preparations for showing ho…
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What might it look like for the modern day woman to “come home” to Christ? In the third episode of our special "Come Home" series with Caroline Saunders, we talked with Titania Paige about coming home from sexual sin, and how we can offer help to women who are struggling with a relentless, habitual sin. She shared her story with us, as well as her …
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Do you long to notice and create beauty in your home? In the second episode of our "Come Home" series on MARKED, Megan Morris joins Elizabeth and Caroline to talk about impromptu hospitality, practical things we can do to help others feel at home, how we can navigate times when we're tempted to believe our space isn't "good enough," and more. And s…
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Tracing the Theme of Home Through Scripture with Caroline Saunders
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New Lifeway Women Bible study author Caroline Saunders is with us today! You'll be laughing along with her funny stories, and before you know it, you'll quickly start taking notes as she shares words of wisdom about Scripture that she's learned from studying themes in the Bible. She shares with us how she started tracing themes throughout the Bible…
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The Karen Kingsbury Show | The Day I Broke the Bible
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On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing episode one of The Karen Kingsbury Show. We think you'll love this storytelling podcast! Karen Kingsbury has told a million stories, but this is the first time she's told HER story! Out of …
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Why We Love Hosting a Podcast | With Amanda Mejias, Angie Elkins, and Lynley Mandrell
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In this special crossover episode, Elizabeth Hyndman brings together the hosts of other Lifeway podcasts for a fun conversation about podcasting. Joining the conversation are Lynley Mandrell, cohost of The Glass House, Amanda Mejias, cohost of His Glory, Her Good, and Angie Elkins, host of Let It Shine. Together, they delve into the heart of podcas…
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The Glass House | Learning to Regulate Emotions in Ministry with Nicole Zasowski
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On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing an episode of The Glass House with Ben and Lynley Mandrell talking with Nicole Zasowski. Have you ever asked your spouse a simple question, like, "whats for dinner?" and all of a sudden the…
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Go Behind the Scenes with Kristi McLelland in Israel
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Kristi McLelland joins us in a special episode that features behind-the-scenes audio captured in Israel during the Luke in the Land Bible study taping. We laugh, cry, and remember together as we listen to audio clips from our time in Israel that range from funny lunch conversations with the team to the memorable Coca-Cola toast Kristi gave when we …
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His Glory, Her Good | Fighting Shame with Aunt P
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On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing an episode of His Glory, Her Good, hosted by Amanda Mejias and Corinne Allen, where they talk about fighting shame with special guest "Aunt P." Whether dealing with our own shame or helping…
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Our Identity in Christ | With Blair Linne
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In Lifeway Women’s newest Bible study, Alive, you’ll walk through the basic, fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. Blair Linne was one of the writers for the study, and one of the topics she wrote about is being a child of God. This week on MARKED, Elizabeth is joined by Laura Magness as cohost, who was one of the editors for the Alive study.…
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Let It Shine | Tending the Temple vs. Body Positivity with Whitney Capps
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On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing an episode of Let It Shine with Angie Elkins and Whitney Capps on tending the temple versus body positivity. Body positivity is a social movement that promotes a positive view of all bodies…
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A Special Goodbye to Kelly King as Cohost of MARKED
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Today is a bittersweet episode as we say goodbye to Kelly King as cohost of MARKED. Kelly recently moved to Oklahoma to accept a position as the women’s minister at Quail Springs Baptist Church in Oklahoma City. We will miss her, but we are so excited for her new adventure! To celebrate her time on MARKED, we invited several surprise guests on the …
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Hosting a Summer Bible Study in Your Community | With Anne Harrison
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This week on MARKED, our friend Anne Harrison shares how she offered a summer Bible study through her church's women's ministry that turned into a community-wide summer study. This past summer, over 250 women in her community walked through When You Pray together in their homes. What a picture of unity in a community! Listen in for the full story a…
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How to Help Children with Anxiety | With Counselor Julie Lowe
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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode talk about teen suicide. Some listeners may find certain topics uncomfortable. It's no surprise anxiety is at an all-time high among children. This episode, counselor Julie Lowe shares practical things parents can do to help their anxious children. Julie contributed to a new Lifeway product this year called The Life Co…
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10 Women Who Changed the World | With Dr. Danny Akin
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Dr. Danny Akin, president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, joins us to talk about what inspired him to write his latest book about 10 women who have made an impact on the Kingdom. He also shares his thoughts on why there seems to be more women, especially single women, answering the call to serve as missionaries in difficult places. Th…
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Abiding in Jesus as the Pathway to Peace | With Melissa Spoelstra
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Melissa Spoelstra is back with us this week to share details about her new Bible study on the Gospel of John! She discusses the Gospel of John's unique aspects and provides a behind-the-scenes look at the writing and filming process of the Bible study. Reflecting on how the Gospel of John has personally marked her, she encourages us all to experien…
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How to Live a Fruitful Life | With Yahaira Ramos
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We must make space in our lives to be fruitful. But how do we do that? And what does it mean that we were made to be fruitful? Yahaira Ramos joins us today to talk about her ministry, Fruitful Girl, and how we can live out the fruits of the spirit. SHOW LINKS @fruitfulgirl A Fruitful Life book Risen Apparel MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: h…
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We are all leaders because we all have influence. Making sure we are getting equipped to lead and are competent in what God’s Word tells us is essential as we recognize the leadership roles we hold both in our work and everyday lives. Heather Ross and Savannah Ward join us this episode to talk about some of their favorite ways for women to gain con…
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The Creation of The Five Love Languages | With Dr. Gary Chapman
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Most people are familiar with the five love languages: acts of service, receiving gifts, quality time, words of affirmation, and physical touch. What some people might not know, though, is the story of how they came to be. This episode, we talk with Dr. Gary Chapman, the author of The Five Love Languages book and Bible study (now with video access!…
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What to Expect at a 2024 Lifeway Women Event | With Wendy Tomlinson
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Events can serve as spiritual markers in one's walk with Christ. In this episode, Wendy Tomlinson takes us behind the scenes of our 2024 events as she shares details about Going Beyond, Lifeway Women Live, and our brand new event Feast with Kristi McLelland. Wendy also explains how churches can host simulcast events and the impact they can have on …
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What It's Like to Make a Christian Movie | With Karen Kingsbury
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New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury discusses her transition into movie production and her latest film, Someone Like You. She shares the story behind the movie, which explores the topic of embryo adoption. Karen also talks about the challenges of writing a book versus creating a movie and the importance of incorporating the gospel in …
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We often hear John 15 talked about regarding how to abide in Christ. Tara Dew shares with us how this passage also teaches us about living a joy-filled life. Tara talks about some of the misconceptions women have about joy, including how joy and happiness are not the same thing. You won’t want to miss the encouraging and wise words she shares in th…
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You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Leaders are readers,” but have you considered what you can learn from listening to podcasts? Have you considered how some people are naturally more inclined to be auditory learners? Join the MARKED Podcast hosts, Elizabeth Hyndman and Kelly D. King, along with Lifeway’s Podcast Manager, Angie Elkins, as they recor…
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The State of Ministry to Women in the Local Church
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Listen in on one of our panels from Lifeway Women’s Leadership Forum! Kelly King, Becky Loyd, and Anne Harrison discuss the results of the in-depth study Lifeway Research conducted on the state of ministry to women. You won’t want to miss this episode filled with fascinating statistics and practical tips for women’s ministry in the local church. RE…
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Welcome to 2024! Kelly & Elizabeth Look Ahead
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Welcome to 2024! We are so excited to share our conversation with you about all of the exciting things we have coming up this year, as well as look back at some of our favorite experiences in 2023. Kelly and Elizabeth discuss how they’re celebrating in the new year, what Lifeway books and events they’re looking forward to, and what “MARKED” them in…
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BONUS Christmas Episode! A Reading of Luke 2
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Merry Christmas from the MARKED Podcast team! Throughout the year, we asked several of our guests to read a few verses from the Christmas story, so we have compiled them together for you to listen to and be reminded of the truth of why we celebrate Christmas. Please enjoy this special Christmas episode by listening to a reading of the Christmas sto…
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We've had an amazing year on MARKED with so many unforgettable moments. Kelly and Elizabeth, along with Erin, our producer, and Caleb, our audio editor, reflect on conversations with our guests that we're still talking about. Listen in to key clips we pulled from episodes in 2023 as we discuss how these conversations have "marked" us! FULL EPISODES…
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Singleness, Marriage & Navigating Friendships with Those Who Identify as LGBTQ+ | With Sam Allberry
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Sam Allberry debunks some of the myths of singleness, talks about writing a book that teaches kids how marriage points us to God's love, and shares ways couples and families can include their single friends in their holiday plans. Plus, he gives advice for those of us who will be seeing and celebrating with loved ones during the holidays who identi…
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Nicole Zasowski on Finding the Courage to Celebrate
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During the holiday season, we are encouraged to celebrate at all of the parties, ceremonies, and family get-togethers we attend. But we also know that there can be a lot of fear and expectations that come with those celebrations. Author and licensed therapist Nicole Zasowski shares how we can release our fears, choose joy, and find the courage to c…
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Hannah Anderson on the Unexpectedly Good News of Ecclesiastes
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Lifeway Women author Hannah Anderson joins us to talk about writing her new Bible study book, Life Under the Sun: The Unexpectedly Good News of Ecclesiastes. Hannah is a prolific writer as she's written many books, including a children's book and now a Bible study! We often think of art and beauty when think of Hannah's writing, so we loved our con…
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Laura Wifler on Championing One Another as Mothers
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Laura Wifler, the cofounder of Risen Motherhood, shared with us how the well-known ministry and non-profit began with the goal of encouraging, equipping, and challenging moms to apply the gospel to their everyday lives. We loved talking with her about how women can champion one another, no matter the path they choose, in regard to working, staying …
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Hyfi—A New Curriculum for the Next Generation
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This week we're talking to Chuck Peters, director of Lifeway's kids ministry, about Hyfi—a new curriculum to reach the next generation. We loved this energizing, fun conversation with Chuck as we learned more about Hyfi and what makes this completely digital resource different from other curriculums. Designed to root the next generation's identity …
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Irene Sun joins us to have a conversation on gratitude, the psalms, and why it’s important for Christians today to read the poetical books and wisdom literature. She unpacks the meaning of the Hebrew term hesed and shares more information about the new Bible study, Grateful: Foster a Heart of Gratitude that she was a contributing writer to. Also, m…
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Practical Tips for Reaching Women Beyond the Walls of the Church
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Today we have our friend Rachel Lovingood with us! During our conversation, Rachel shared her heart for women reaching women and what changes she's seen in the church over the years as she's worked in women's ministry. She also gave us several practical tips for reaching women beyond the walls of the church, as well as fun and creative event essent…
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Scarlet Hiltibidal on Living Free from Shame
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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode talk about suicide and the death of a relative. Some listeners may find certain topics uncomfortable. Author Scarlet Hiltibidal joins us today to talk about her new Bible study, Ashamed: Fighting Shame with the Word of God. Scarlet’s first Bible study with Lifeway Women walked through how to fight anxiety with the Word…
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Today, author Amy Baik Lee talks with us about her new book, This Homeward Ache. The theme of "place" is prominent in the book, as well as in Amy's life and interests. She shares with us how embracing our places helps us to look forward to the future, as well as how we can encourage others to develop creativity in their work. RESOURCES This Homewar…
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Courtney Moore joins us today to talk about Women & Work: Bearing God’s Image and Joining in His Mission Through Our Work. She shares the mission behind the ministry of Women & Work, as well as how it got started and what her hope is for the book. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Journeyman – IMB Lifeway Women’s Leadership Forum Women & Work Women & Work Podcast …
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