Mary & Martha Podcast

We are back!!! In this episode, Kisha and Christina discuss the importance of hope, patience, and prayer. Scripture: Romans 12:12 CSB Rejoice in hope; be patient in affliction; be persistent in prayer.

When we think of a fresh start it is important to make sure your soul, mind, and body are all in alignment. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about our body's role in the midst of a fresh start.

Feelings are real. Feelings are valid. To feel is to be human. But what happens when your feeling are outweighing what you believe. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about why it's important to intentionally live our lives through our faith and not just our feelings. Scripture: John 18:10 CSB

Women are superheroes. But sometimes being a superhero can be draining. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of being the help. Scripture: Luke 1:38 CSB

Weeeeeeeee'rrrrrrreeeee back!!!! We are so excited to be coming back to our tribe for season four! We believe in fresh starts and are so excited about experiencing this fresh start with all of you. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about Mary mother of Jesus, one of our favorite women of the Bible. Her fresh start and what it means for all of us to walk into something new. A Fresh Start Devotional (7 days): https://my.bible.com/users/shakishao/reading-plans/29384-prayers-for-a-fresh-start/subscription/766461472/day/1 IG @maryandmarthapodcast

How would you live your life if you had no limits? In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about what to do when life is crushing everything around you and how to refocus yourself and center God in the middle of what looks like chaos. Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11 CSB

We all have things we birth and things we raise. They may not always be children but they are always things that God places within us. In this episode Kisha and Christina talk about the women who birthed, raised and led Moses.

Getting our finances in order is a team sport. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of building your squad. Scripture: Proverbs 11:14, Proverbs 15:22, Proverbs 24: 5-6, Psalm 1:1-3

Money is not the root of all evil. People misinterpret 1 Timothy 6:10 all too often. How we think about money is often connected to how we utilize the resource that God gives us. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the story of Lydia and why it's so important to change your mindset on money. Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:10 CSB, Acts 16:11-15 CSB

A word spoken at the right time can heal someone. In this episode, Kisha and Christina discuss the power of what you say and when you say it.

We have reached our 100th episode!!! To celebrate, join us as we walk down memory lane of the last two years. Also, find out what's in store for the future of the Mary and Martha Podcast!

The imagery in Proverbs is so poetic. Especially as it calls for wisdom to bring people together. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of answering wisdom's call and the seven pillars everyone has in their lives. Scripture: Proverbs 9: 1-6 CSB

For the month of March, we are reading the book of Proverbs. This week Kisha and Christina are diving deep into why we are focusing on the book of Proverbs and the importance of vulnerability.

We've been intentional about God and ourselves and now it's time to get intentional about our circle. In this episode, Kisha and Christina discuss what it means to show up for your friends. Scripture: John 15:9-17 CSB

We are intentional about so many things but are we intentional about what serves us specifically? In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about getting intentional about you! Scripture: Galatians 5: 14-22 CSB

Warning: If you are like us, this episode will read your whole life. In this episode, we talk about the importance of recognizing when God is present and positioning yourself properly to hear from Him. Scripture: Luke 10: 38-42 CSB

In this episode Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of setting intentions for yourself.

In order to prepare for what God is bringing into your life, you have to master the mission of rest. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about why you can't live without rest. Scripture: Luke 1: 56 CSB bit.ly/healthybabieschristmas

God have us the ultimate gift. Jesus came as a baby to save the world. In this episode Kisha and Christina talk about the gift that is Jesus Christ.

Everybody has something that they have suffered through and maybe currently suffering through. In this episode, Kisha and Christina look at the life of Mary, Mother of Jesus, and how she persevered through suffering. Scripture: Luke 2:34-35; Romans 8:18 Support the Healthy Babies Project! http://bit.ly/healthybabieschristmas

We often think of being overshadowed as a bad thing. When you allow God to overshadow you, it makes your life that much better. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the power of being overshadowed by God. Healthy Babies Project: https://www.healthybabiesproject.org/ Baby Shower: bit.ly/healthybabieschristmas

Have you felt like you weren’t enough? What does “enough” mean, really??? In this episode Kisha and Christina talk about the danger of basing your life on arbitrary standards.

Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect on what God has done in our lives over the past year. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about how to be thankful when everything around you looks different than you expected. Scripture: Psalms 9: 1-2

The conversation isn't done yet! Join Kisha and Christina as they continue their conversation with Christian Counselor Erica St. Bernard about her new book "We Over Me: Principles for Marital Partnership." www.yourlifeswell.com/shop

Relationships can be challenging. In this episode, Kisha and Christina chat with our favorite Christian Counselor, Erica St. Bernard, about her new book, "We Over Me: Principles for Marital Partnership." Whether you are married, engaged, in a relationship, dating, or desire partnership, you don't want to miss this conversation and, most importantly, this book! Get the book: https://yourlifeswell.com/shop/

You can't work your way into God's favor. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the comfort in knowing that God's will is always in control. Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:11 CSB

Even when you know what your gifts are, it may be hard to figure out where to get started. In this episode, Kisha and Christina have the privilege of talking with Dreams Unleashed Founder and CEO Michelle McKinney. It's time for us to stop playing small and start unleashing our gifts into the World. Want to know more about Michelle? Head over to www.dreams-unleashed.com today!

God works miracles through people. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about how to place yourself in a position to have God work through you. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:10; Acts 14: 8-10 CSB

How do wisdom and discernment show up in your spiritual gifts? In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the gift of discernment and how we are to use it to serve others and ourselves. Scripture: Ephesians 5: 6-10 CSB Church announcements: Dear Mama https://howardcounty.librarycalendar.com/events/dear-mama

Did you know that the gift of pastoring is actually the gift of shepherding? In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the gift of being a great leader and principles good leaders stand on. Scripture: Ephesians 4:11; Galatians 2: 11-16 CSB Spiritual Gifts Test: https://zionchurch.org/giftstest We Before Me by Erica St. Bernard https://yourlifeswell.com/shop/

The gift of Exhortation is more than just being a hype (wo)man. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of calling people up through exhortation. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1: 1-17 CSB Church announcements: Erica St. Bernard We Over Me. https://yourlifeswell.com/shop/

These days, it is so hard to put our hope in a better future but as Christians, we are called to overflow with hope. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the gift of hope and the importance of spreading it to serve others. Scripture: Romans 15: 13; 8: 23- 25. Have you taken your spiritual gifts test? https://zionchurch.org/giftstest Zion Church Women's Conference: https://hopin.to/events/woman-up-tap-into-your-power

One of the best gifts that God has given us is the gift of the Holy Spirit. In this episode in part 2 of the Spiritual Gifts series, Kisha and Christina talk about the OG, the Holy Spirit. Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 12:1- 11; Acts 1:4-5; 1 Corinthians 2:6-13; Romans 8:26; Galatians 5: 16-18

The Holy Spirit has given us all certain gifts at specific times in order to serve other people. Kisha and Christina are diving deep into these gifts and what they mean for us as we walk in our purpose. Conversation about "Taking Your Thought Captive" with Jada Edwards: znch.org/bcsje Lili's Lips https://www.lilislips.com/ Offer code: MARYANDMARTHA for 10% off.

We talk a lot about the importance of having a mentor to help you reach your goals but how many of us have a mentee who we can point to and signify who we are truly pouring into? In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about Paul and Timothy's mentoring journey and they also get the privilege to interview Aaliyah, a young woman who they mentored when she was a teenager. Scripture: Philippians 2: 19-23

Love will sometimes require more than what we want to give. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about asking hard questions to yourself and the ones you love and the need to look inward at what we are willing to sacrifice. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13: 8-13 CSB; John 15:9-17 CSB Church Announcements: Happy fifth anniversary Kisha and Joseph!!!

Do you constantly give unsolicited advice? Are you constantly starting sentences with "at my old school"? Do you have friends who are like this? In this episode, we are talking about being a "know it all" and three ways to stop being a "know it all."

Joy can be found every day. We just have to be intentional about finding it. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about taking everyday, one day at a time.

Someone said Jesus' greatest miracle was having 12 close friends in his 30's. Ha! Look, we know that adult friendships are HARD. Hard to find, develop, and grow. But we've been blessed to cultivate some good, Godly girlfriends in our adulthood and we brought them on the podcast to discuss adult friendships! Take a listen to all the gems dropped by our girls, Dr. Keia (of Gettin' Grown Podcast and #TeamTypingFast) and Jenae (the Creative CEO! and dancer extraordinaire!). Scripture: Exodus 1:15-21 CSB Church announcements: We're writing a devotional! Keep us in prayer and send any topics you want us to discuss to maryandmarthapodcast@gmail.com.

With any relationship conflict is inevitable. We give so much grace to conflicts in romantic relationships and it's so important to understand that we need to keep that same energy with our girlfriends. So to bring this point to life we brought our real-life friends to this episode! If you want to hear all of our business listen to this episode. Ya'll know how friends are... Scripture: Acts 15:36-41 CSB Church announcements: Come and join us on Sunday, July 5 at 2 pm for a live virtual episode! https://bit.ly/3gjCGJ1 to sign up.

In part II of our friendship series, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of cultivating your friendships through prayer.  Join us as we talk about the reasons why we need to pray for and with each other. 

Friendships are some of the most important relationships we have. So why do we treat them so differently than romantic relationships? Join Kisha and Christina as they start a friendship series with a look at one of the most passionate and committed friendships in the Bible. Scripture: 1 Samuel 18: 1-4 CSB; Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 CSB; Genesis 2: 18 CSB

In honor of Christina's sixth wedding anniversary, Kisha and Christina talk about what you should think about while you are dating and Biblical principles you can follow to help you stay married. Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Ephesians 6:12, Ephesians 5:33, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 10:12, Matthew 20

Sometimes, it's important to just stop and be still. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of being still even when we are in times of trouble. Scripture: Psalm 46

We are under attack and Satan wants to start with our minds. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about how we take our thoughts captive and letting God fight our battles for us. Church announcements: Zion Church Women's Summer Virtual Book Club selection is Jada Edwards "The Captive Mind." To register, go to znch.org/wbbc to join. Scripture: Romans 12:2, 1 Peter 2:9, 2 Corinthians 10: 3-5, Psalms 23, 2 Chronicles 20:15

Our favorite Christian counselour Erica St. Bernard is back to talk about how powerful we are when we talk about our experiences. You don't want to miss her incredible words of wisdom and expertise. Scripture: Revelations 12:11 CSB

God speaks to us each of us in a different way depending on the posture of our ears. In this episode, Kisha and Christina and their favorite producer Asha, talk about how God speaks to us in whispers and roars.

Reclaiming our time a concept for people looking to make the most of the life God blessed them with, no matter what stage of that life you are in. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of making the most of your time and what Kisha has learned about time management since becoming a mother. Don't forget to sign up for our watch party and virtual town hall! https://maryandmarthapodcast.typeform.com/to/EFoXlC

TRIGGER WARNING for the discussion of sexual assault. The courageous voices of women are necessary to push back against the sin and evil of our world. In this episode, Kisha and Christina discuss the sexual assault against Tamar and the impact of using our voice to tell our own stories, reclaim our humanity, and embrace God's character and royalty. This episode was produced in conjunction with Odyssey Impact to close out Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April. Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-20 CSB Church announcements: We are excited about our new social justice initiative with Odyssey Impact AND WE HAVE A NEW DATE. On May 9, 2020, from 4-6:30 pm, we are hosting a virtual town hall for the movie "The Rape of Recy Taylor." To sign up and receive the link to watch the movie in time for the town hall, email us at maryandmarthapodcast@gmail.com or register directly at bit.ly/MMPMay9Event

Have you ever had a friend who will agree with anything and everything? Have you ever agreed with something but weren't actually living out what you were touting? In this episode, Kisha and Christina dive into a story in Acts where a young girl co-signed the gospel but was rebuked because she was doing it for the wrong reason. Scripture: Acts 16: 16-18 CSB Church announcements: We are excited about our new social justice initiative. On May 2, 2020, from 4-6:30 pm, we are hosting a watch party and town hall for the movie "The Rape of Recy Taylor." For more information or to sign up email us at maryandmarthapodcast@gmail.com.

Perfectionism is a dangerous mindset that many of us carry around like badges of honor. Sometimes, we need to sit in the satisfaction of knowing we will never be enough and God will fill in our gaps. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the gift of God's grace in filling the gaps in our life. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12: 6-10 CSB