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Join Crystal as she finishes up our study in Ephesians with a closer look at the Armour of God. Anyone who is trying to live a Spirit-filled--that is, a Spirit-controlled--life, is in the midst of a very real spiritual battle. This battle isn't just with our own flesh, but it is also with Satan and his demons. I Peter 5:8 says, “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:”We have to understand that Satan desires to destroy us. His ultimate goal is to rob God of the glory He deserves. Satan knows that if he is successful in destroying the lives of Christians, he will keep God from getting glory. The destruction left behind by a Christian who Satan has defeated, even temporarily, can have lasting consequences that affect the lives of their families, friends, and churches.So we must "armour up!" Choose each and every day to put on the Armour of God and take your place in the spiritual battle. Resources mentioned in this episode (affiliate links): Arise, Go. There's a Fly in my Tea! Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Join Charity as she tackles chapters four and five of Ephesians! There are some wonderful and important lessons within these chapters regarding unity with our fellow believers and in our homes. Listen up!Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

In this episode join Quortney J as she dives deep into Ephesians chapters 2 and 3, where Paul reminds us of the miraculous transformation we've received through Christ. Once dead in our sins, we have been made alive by grace and raised up with Christ!

Who am I? What should I be known for? What's God's will for my life? Did I miss His purpose for me? Make Jesus the center of everything, and you will see that you haven't missed out on anything. His calling is to be lived out daily in 100% surrender to bring Him glory and honor, making Him know to all people. If you feel broken, start in Ephesians 1. Know God's heart for you, my Friend!

This episode is from our guest, Laurie Billings. Laurie has been a pastor's wife since 2006, and has such a genuine heart for women. Laurie and I became kindred spirits and the best of friends when she invited me to her ladies conference. There I saw her tender heart for God, her sweet spirit, and understanding and genuine concern for people.One thing I know about Laurie is that she walks with God. Her spirit of prayer changed my life in such a powerful way at how she makes prayer a priority in the everyday. I know you are going to be blessed by this episode! Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Some of y'all quit church over a Judas. Some of y'all quit over a Martha.When did the disciples quit? They didn't!If anyone had a reason to give up on church it was them.We have to learn to keep our eyes on Who is important and let the other people blur in the sides of our vision.

We've all experienced some kind of church hurt at one time or another. Listen to today's episode by Charity Berkey as she shares the four steps of healing after experiencing church hurt.H - Heed or Recognize the HurtE - Erect BoundariesA - Allow your Heart to Forgive L - Learn to Rebuild Faith & TrustSupport the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Our purpose in studying church hurt should be to protect ourselves from being either the “offender” or the “offendee."First, we must understand the importance of being involved in a local, Bible believing church. It truly is God's design for New Testament believers which we can find all throughout Scripture. God's design for a church is unity in doctrine, service, and purpose. At the same time, God has created each of us to be different with unique personalities, talents, and tastes. It is only through the love of God that so many different people can come together in a church unified for the purpose of sharing the Gospel and edifying one another. However, any time people are brought together there is potential for problems…Yes, the church should be different. We should be different.Different...not perfect. So how can we be careful not to hurt or offend others? How can we be sure that when we are the ones hurt, or offended, that we respond according to the Bible?Listen as Crystal shares some thoughts on this difficult topic. Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Spiritual growth is never comfortable, but it's  always compassionate. This is a topic that churches can tend to shy away from, but if we are being sensitive to the Holy Spirit we will use understanding through God's wisdom to restore ones who have been hurt in church. Listen to Jackie's episode as she discusses this topic on church hurt. You can find the book she mentioned HERE.Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Wrapping Up Our Bible Study Tips Series with Rachel PlowmanTo close out our month of Bible study tips, we're handing the mic to a special guest—Rachel Plowman! Rachel is Quortney's pastor's wife, a fellow homeschool mama, and has served in various roles at Liberty Baptist Church in Lyons, Georgia, where her husband, Michael, has pastored for the past 20 years. In this episode, she shares practical Bible study tips and shows you how to apply them to your daily time in the Word. Get ready for an encouraging and insightful lesson!Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Crystal shared her Bible study tips in a recent episode (linked here), so she is sharing a few things from some recent ladies conference sessions she did on "Being the Light." Listen as she explains that we must "take in more Light, so we can shine more light." Psalm 119:105 KJVThy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.You can sign up for Crystal's email list at www.crystalratcliff.com or visit her social media pages @authorcrystalratcliff.Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Join Quortney for this weeks episode loaded with all of her favorite Bible study tips and tricks. Her Q-Tips have helped women all over the United States learn how to dig deeper into God's Word and “study to shew thyself approved”! Not growing up in a Christian home has made Quortney realize there are women all over that struggle with this, just like she did. Not knowing where to start with your Bible isn't a rarity. If you struggle, you're not alone. Listen in as she gives you some encouragement and very practical tips to help you make the best of your Bible study time!Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Bible study has changed my life more than anything else, period. It's truly been life-changing. It's not hard, and it doesn't have to be intimidating. I hope this one episode will help you start studying your Bible if you haven't started yet. Or  maybe if you feel a little stuck after years of reading your Bible, maybe you will feel renewed in your purpose of the importance of your  personal Bible study. “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15)Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

We have a special guest today closing out our study in Galatians! Please listen as Charity Berkey, founder of Encouragement from Women (EFW), leads us in a closer look at Galatians chapter six and God's plan for discipleship. She discusses the importance of discipling our own children, as well as looking for opportunities to disciple other ladies, and how these relationships often turn into lifelong friendships centered around God's Word. Resources recommended by Charity:Fruit of the Spirit: A Ten Week Study in Galatians by Encouragement From WomenContinue: A Biblical in Journey in Personal Discipleship by Paul ChappellWomen of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds by Jen WilkenSupport the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Join Crystal as she continues our study of Galatians. Paul presses on to contradict the false teachings of the Judaizers who were trying to add works to salvation by grace. We are to stand firm in the liberty we have in Christ--we have been freed from the law! However, that liberty is not a license to sin or to continue to live however we please. Warren Wiersbe said, “Somewhere between license and legalism is true Christian liberty.”So the question becomes...How do we stay in the lane of Christian Liberty and avoid the ditches of license and legalism?Listen as Crystal shares the answer from Galatians chapter five. You can find Crystal @authorcrystalratcliff on Facebook and Instagram or on her website. Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Sheeeesh… is there even a more controversial conversation of the church today?! So so so much hurt wrapped up in that one word, “standards.”I'd guarantee more people have left the church over the topic of standards than doctrine or any other conversation. How many people have not heard the Gospel because we have elevated our standards above the message of the cross? I'm guilty. How many people have been made to think that the key to being close to God is through all the high standards we hold dear? (Galatians 2:16, 21)God has completely crumbled all the things I built to find HIM and only Him, and for that I'm thankful. ❤️The book of Galatians in its' entirety is addressing the conversation of standards. We would be wise as the church, to read what Scripture says in context about this topic so that we can with one mind and one voice lift up the message of the cross. Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Join Quortney as she shares what she learned in her study of the first 2 chapters of Galatians! Works or grace? And maybe something you wouldn't think of… Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

The ladies of Her Portion are starting something new this year! We will be taking a few months out of the year to study specific books of the Bible, and we would love to have you join us. Take a few minutes to listen to what we have planned for February and how you can study along with us. Also, make plans to join our studies in future months.May - EphesiansAugust - PhilippiansNovember - ColossiansSupport the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Are you looking for direction this New Year? This episode not only teaches how you can find direction, but also gives us the peace we need on our path in life through the power of the Holy Spirit.Valerie Crane is our guest host with us for this episode. Valerie is a pastor's wife, mom to four children who are all in ministry, and is an author and speaker. You can find her cookbook HERESupport the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

If you want to look back on 2025 and feel successful with what you have done, you're going to have to get used to putting the work in. You're going to have to follow through with some plans and some promises. Join Quortney as she talks about follow through and why it's so important. Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

“Thou crownest the year with thy goodness; and thy paths drop fatness.“ (Psalm 65:11)Do you want to have a good year? I believe everyone would answer that question with an astounding yes. Although, sometimes as the year progresses we can be sidetracked by all the obstacles. Instead our focus should be on the goodness of God and the beauty He creates from every season. Listen to this episode as Jackie discusses her word for the year, “Crowned.”Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Crystal's "word of the year" for 2025 is TRUST. It's not new, original, or unique but God is using it to stretch and challenge her going into a new year filled with uncertainty. Listen in as she breaks down a familiar passage of Scripture and shares her personal testimony about a big change coming this year!Proverbs 3:5-6 KJVTrust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.You can find Crystal on Facebook and Instagram @authorcrystalratcilff or by visiting her website. Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

It has been an honor and a joy to serve the Lord in this ministry here with Her Portion podcast. In this episode, I'm going to share with you how God has me moving on to a different season of life and how my time with Her Portion has come to an end.At the end of this episode, I have a thought/devotion that I'm sharing with you that I want to leave you with in my last episode and I hope it's an encouragement to you. Thank you for being a listener. I'm looking forward to what God has for Her Portion in the future and I'm excited to continue listening and sharing the podcast. Thanks for being here! -Hannah Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming.I John 2:28When we abide in Christ, we will keep His commandments. We will walk in the Spirit and bring forth fruit. Our lives will be characterized by the fruit of the spirt: love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance. When we abide in Christ, we can't help but be DOERS.Join Crystal as she considers how abiding in Christ will allow us to stand unashamed at His coming.Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Sometimes shame can isolate you, making you feel stuck and unable to move from your current position.I'm sure we can all say we've been embarrassed at a mistake we've made at some point in our lives. There's so many truths in this episode of how we can move past shame.Listen to this episode as Jackie discusses the topic of dealing with shame.Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

People everywhere have opinions about everything. How likely are you to follow popular opinion? How likely are you to believe God's Word?One day when you stand face to face with your Creator, Sustainer, and Saviour, will you be able to stand, not ashamed, because you lived your life fully trusting in Him and His Word? Or are you going to be ashamed because you lived like you didn't trust Him or His Word and were more likely to trust people?Join Quortney from @running_redeemed for episode 195 “Not Ashamed”: Trusting HimSupport the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Join Crystal as she wraps up our theme of Keepers at Home with a challenge regarding our schedules. Whether we are too busy or too idle, both can lead to distraction from what the LORD has for us each day. It may be time to evaluate our schedule and invite God into our next scheduling session. Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

This episode is a fun Bible study from I Timothy 5:14. Let's do a word study, and learn how we can be the keeper at home that God would have us to be.Listen as Jackie discusses this topic more in depth.Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

In this episode Hannah shares an aspect of the keeper at home that has tremendous impact on our families.To live a holy life is to live set a part until God and away from evil dispositions. This topic will encourage you greatly in your walk with the Lord!Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Join Quortney J as she breaks down what it means to be a “keeper at home”. Follow along in Scripture as she takes you through Titus 2, Deuteronomy 6, and a few others. If you find this episode encouraging or convicting, make sure your share it with someone! Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

There are many families, Christian families included, who are suffering and struggling with the sin of pornography.The word pornography alone is an uncomfortable word and a taboo topic but could that be the reason others aren't seeking help? God's Word is rich in wisdom and there is victory over any sin no matter what it may be. In this episode Hannah shares Scripture, helps, and hope for overcoming this addiction whether it's for yourself, your spouse or someone you know.Covenant Eyes- mentioned in the episode.Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

We all have those habits that have become addictions. Once you call it what it is, you can do one of two things!      -Brush it off. Everyone does it. It's not           hurting anyone.       -Take it to God and let Him help you.Join Quortney from @running_redeemed as she talks about some of the less talked about addictions. By the end of the episode, you should know what step to take next!Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Have a loved one dealing with addiction? This is hard. Someone once said that when you have someone close to you dealing with addiction it can seem as if you lost them forever, because the addiction completely changed them.This episode is all about loving others through addiction. You may not need this episode today, but this episode is also very beneficial in having understanding with your loved ones who have faced hurt.Listen as Jackie discusses how addiction can be a coping mechanism for so much more under the surface. Reference: episode 178 - Bitterness: How to deal with hurts. Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

When we hear the word addiction, we often think of alcohol and drugs. Maybe smoking or pornography. We might also think of being addicted to technology–spending hours scrolling our phones on social media, watching YouTube videos, or playing games. Or maybe we think of food–sugar or coffee addiction, anyone?Truthfully, we are probably all dealing with some sort of addiction. It may seem minor and inconsequential, but when the LORD convicts us about it, we must start the hard work of breaking free from that “thing” that has too much importance, too much control, or is consuming too much of our time. Breaking free for a Christian starts with recognizing that we have already been set free!Join Crystal as she discusses breaking free from our addictions and how renewing our minds with God's Word will help us do that. Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

In this episode Hannah shares a little of her experience with addiction and she gives encouragement as to how to keep faith and hope for those you may love who are lost in this battle.You'll find encouragement through God's Word and His work in her life as you listen! Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

We can all feel burnout at times for different reasons. Even the Psalmist in Scripture states that he was ready to halt. Understanding how overwhelm and other factors contribute to burn out and how you can keep from getting to this place is so helpful for staying faithful for a lifetime!Listen to this episode as Jackie discusses burnout.Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Why do we get overwhelmed outside of backsliding in our daily prayer and Bible reading?Is there anything you can do or put in motion to help possibly avoid burnout?In this episode Hannah shares some practical tips along with Bible truths and encouragement as to how to avoid burnout. Support the showConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Mama, have you ever been on the brink of an explosion?

We become weary by what we neglect, not by what we do.~Bro. Frank WoodThere may be times in our Christian life when we begin to feel weary in our service to the LORD. In this episode, Crystal shares how we can keep those feelings from leading to burnout and encourages us to press on in our walk with the LORD.Support the Show.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Join Crystal as she encourages us to develop a heart of forgiveness rather than allowing bitterness to take root in our lives. When bitterness springs up, it troubles us (not the person who wronged us), steals our joy, and makes us unpleasant to be around. Developing a heart of forgiveness is for our benefit. It allows us to forgive so our relationship with the LORD is not hindered and our joy can be complete. We can forgive others with the LORD's help and break free from the bondage of bitterness!Support the Show.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Join Quortney as she uses 2 characters in the Bible to show two ways you can treat the trials that come into your life. You can get bitter at God and everyone else or you can allow God to make you better through them. Support the Show.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

In this episode Hannah shares from Matthew 5:43-44 how prayer has personally changed her life in this area of bitterness and how God gives us the solution to becoming bitter.There is a way out of living in bondage to the pain that others have caused.There is power in praying for those who have hurt you. It's not just words spoken. Your tears and prayers matter to God.If you found this episode to be an encouragement today share with a friend!And if you'd like to connect with Hannah or any of the other ladies on Her Portion you can find them here!Support the Show.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Dealing with hurt can sometimes feel impossible to sort through or get past. You hear time heals, but days past and the hurt is still there. You feel numb, and wonder if you are stuck to live a bitter life, and will you ever enjoy life again?We are discussing a new theme this month dealing with bitterness. God's greatest blessings can come through the vehicle of your deepest affliction.Listen to this new podcast episode as Jackie talks about bitterness: dealing with hurts. Support the Show.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

What does it take to make a change in your life?Whether you are striving to make a change for your physical health, spiritual health, or even just in your daily routines, there are three things that will help you get there. First, you must determine that you will make the change. Put an end to the "maybe I will, maybe I won't" attitude. Determine.Then, 'do the change' with diligence. Remember everything we do is for the LORD (Ecclesiastes 9:10; Colossians 3:17, 23).And finally, 'do the change' with discipline. Set yourself up for success by making 'the change' easier. Join Crystal in this bonus episode as she shares more on these three words: determine, diligence, and discipline. Support the Show.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Join Quortney as she give us 5 ways that we can stay spiritually healthy Christians.“What we think about God and our relationship to Him determines what we think about everything else that makes up our busy world. Other people. The universe. Gods Word. Gods will, sin, faith, and obedience. Wrong idea about God will ultimately lead to wrong ideas about who we are and what we should do, and this leads to a wrong life on the wrong path toward the wrong destiny. In other words, theology, the right knowledge of God, is essential to a fulfilled life in this world.”Warren WiersbeSupport the Show.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Health is a subject that can sometimes seem avoided by the church, but it's a topic you'll find a lot of info on in the Bible. Tune into this week's episode as Jackie discusses some of her own health struggles and instruction from Scripture on how we can steward our health.Support the Show.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

The term Mental Health is widely used nowadays isn't it? We know it's a thing but then it seems like EVERYTHING is now a mental health issue. Maybe you are struggling yourself with anxiety or depression; or maybe you love someone who is struggling… maybe you just hear about mental health a lot but aren't sure what or IF God has anything to say about it.In this episode Hannah shares her thoughts on mental health and what God's Word has to say about it from Philippians 4:6-8!To connect with the ladies of Her Portion you can do so here!Support the Show.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Health, according to Medical News Today, is a state of physical, mental and social well-being, not just the absence of disease or infirmity. Good health helps people live a full life.As Christians, we could add spiritual well-being to that definition and we recognize that Jesus came so that we could have eternal life and desires that we have abundant life (John 10:10).God cares about our health and wellness down to the smallest detail. He created us and made us in His own image. Our bodies are truly miraculous–the way they function and their ability to heal. God created us and calls us wonderful!He wants us to care for our bodies–His temple–the best we can. If we know there are some areas that need improvement, we can take them to the LORD in prayer and seek His guidance in the changes He would have us make. Remember we aren't striving for perfection in this area, but progress. Small changes–a little at a time–can make a big impact in our health.Verses referenced in this episode:Psalm 139:14-18I Corinthians 6:19-20; 9:24-27; 10:23, 31Galatians 2:20Support the Show.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

If we want the church to fulfill God's purpose for us, unity plays a huge part of that! The reason why the church in Acts was able to explode seeing God save so many people, is because their focus was prayer, worship, and unity. This episode is vital for striving together with peace and deciding to live differently and on purpose in order for God to do those impossible things. It starts with the women in the church. Listen to this episode as Jackie discusses how to have unity in your church among the women in your church

"The church is the vehicle God uses to spread the Gospel, and we as believers should all be involved in a local, Bible believing church. Not only for the church's work in evangelism, but also for edification–ours and our fellow believers."~There's a Fly in my Tea! by Crystal Ratcliff There are many examples in the Old Testament of God's people coming together to accomplish the work of the LORD.  Join Crystal as she shares some lessons from Ezra applicable to our churches today that will help us come together in unity for the work of the LORD.Old Testament and New Testament Bible History Guidebooks by Richard Hester can be found here. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

Psalm 133:1 “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!”It's God's desire and will for His people to strive together and to dwell together in unity!  We know that things always work best when they are used just as the manufacture has prescribed. We are the same. God has given us commands and expectations in his Word. If we will follow them, it can be good and pleasant for us. Join Quortney as she examines God's Word on unity in the church. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!