Podcast appearances and mentions of Donna Gaines

Send us a textHave you ever wondered about the role of mentorship in your spiritual journey? Maybe you've thought, ‘How do I find a mentor?' or ‘What does it really mean to pour into someone else's life?' On today's episode we're diving into these questions and so much more!Angie Elkins sits down with Donna Gaines to explore the transformative theme of mentorship in ministry and personal growth. Donna, a seasoned pastor's wife, shares her journey of faith, the excitement of stepping into a new season of life, and her deep passion for mentoring women. Together, they discuss the profound impact of finding and becoming a mentor, emphasizing the central role of prayer and a personal relationship with God in spiritual growth. With heartfelt wisdom and practical insights, they highlight the joy and fulfillment that comes from investing in others and the ripple effect mentorship has within the church community. This conversation is a powerful reminder of how God uses mentorship to shape lives and build His kingdom. Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend!SHOW LINKS:Connect with Angie Elkins The Glasshouse with Donna GainesThe Right Way to Pray with Stacey ThackerBellevue WomenLifeway Women AcademyPracticing the WayTogether Bible StudyClick HERE to shop the Together Bible Study from Lifeway and Ben Mandrell

Send us a textIn this heartfelt episode, we welcome Donna Gaines, a devoted pastor's wife and seasoned ministry leader, who opens up about her transformative journey in ministry. Donna shares the trials and triumphs she's encountered along the way, shedding light on the often unseen challenges pastors' wives face. From the power of prayer, to the value of authentic community, she reveals how these pillars have been foundational in her life and ministry.Donna's transparent conversation covers her personal evolution—navigating changing relationships, meeting societal expectations, and embracing the inevitable challenges of aging. With wisdom and humility, she urges us to embrace "self-forgetfulness" and refocus on Christ, steering clear of distractions that may cloud our view of Him.Join us as we dive into an episode that promises to inspire, comfort, and challenge pastors' wives to stay true to themselves while faithfully walking the path God has set before them.SHOW LINKS:Bellevue Baptist ChurchThe Anxious GenerationConnect with Donna Gaines-Leave Ben & Lynley a voice mail HERE-Connect with the Glass House on Instagram HERE-Please email us your questions and feedback to president@lifeway.com  or leave us a voice mail HERE

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 encourage us in our own Christian walk. LINKSArise2Read Fry Sight Word Listchronologicalbibleteaching.com Seamless Bible StudyDevoted Bible StudyToo Small to Ignore by Wess StaffordRECOMMENDEDRead an excerpt from the Devoted Bible study on the Lifeway Women blog. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Donna Gaines on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.To learn more about the Luke in the Land Bible study by Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/lukeintheland. To learn more about the Going Beyond Simulcast with Priscilla Shirer on August 24, 2024 (with on-demand access available for up to 60 days!), visit lifeway.com/goingbeyondsimulcast. Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation.

2023 Women's Conference Session 2 | Donna Gaines by Enon Baptist Church

2023 Women's Conference Session 1 | Donna Gaines by Enon Baptist Church

We are excited to host our first-ever Upstate Women's Conference on Sunday, January 29th from 6:30-9 PM at the Central Campus Worship Center. We will hear from two guest speakers: Dr. Vanessa Ellen and Donna Gaines. Dr. Ellen is a biblical counselor, a professor of women's ministry, and a pastor's wife from a church located in Texas. Donna is the founder of Arise2Read ministry, an author, and a devoted pastor's wife. The theme is "Before All Things," based on Colossians 1:17. The cost will be $30 per person. In this episode, we hear from Donna Gaines and Pastor D.J. Horton.

For our Upstate Women's Conference, we are hosting a round table discussion with women as well as introducing our guest speakers. In this episode, we hear from Donna Gaines and Pastor D.J. Horton.

Donna Gaines, author, Bible teacher, and wife of Bellevue Baptist Church's Executive Pastor Dr. Steve Gaines was on campus for our ECS Partnering with Parents Speaker Series “Mentoring Moms” luncheon. She continued the conversation with us on Equip as she discussed the importance of setting God's Word as the foundation of our families and live out what we read in Deuteronomy 6 with our children.

Living in long-term ministry requires a stamina that only comes from the Lord. Donna Gaines knows the secret to longevity in ministry lies in our intimacy with Christ, having spent the last 41 years as a pastor's wife and ministry leader. She shares today how that intimacy has kept her going, even in the darkest times. EPISODE GUIDE 1. Longevity is achieved through intimacy with Christ, a support system of friends and mentors, and prioritizing your relationship with your husband. 2. The Lord has prepared work for you, not only alongside your husband, but of your own ministry as well. 3. When you feel discouraged, make it a priority to meet with God everyday. BEST QUOTES “When I receive my basic needs for love and significance in my personal relationship with Jesus Christ, I'm able to love my husband, my family, and my neighbor out of the overflow. When I love Him with my whole being, He fills me with His love for others. I’m able to love them out of that overflow instead of sucking life out of them, instead of looking to them to meet a need that Christ has already met for me. That’s primary.” — Donna Gaines “I’ve never seriously considered quitting, because I felt so called. I believe if you’re a pastor’s wife you’re called because God doesn’t call half a flesh and we’re one flesh with our husbands. Operate in your giftedness. Whatever God has gifted you in is a gift to the body of Christ and we need to be living and walking in that giftedness. Whether you’re a pastor’s wife or not, that calling is on all of us as believers.” — Donna Gaines LINKS FROM THE SHOW Literacy Nonprofit: Arise2Read A Chance to Die Chronological Bible Teaching Head over to www.ministrywivespodcast.com to check out the great content already on the site! CONNECT Connect with Donna Facebook // Instagram // Bellevue Church // Books Connect with Christine Facebook // Instagram // Books Visit How to Thrive as a Pastor’s Wife to access Christine's resources for ministry wives like you!

Donna Gaines kicks off Bellevue Women's fall bible study, "The Blessing," by giving an overview of Genesis 12-26. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

Donna Gaines, Dr. Cynthia Mitchell, and Ellen Olford provide details on the “She Loves Out Loud Global”, a gathering of women across six continents around the world to pray heart to heart and answer a call to serve Christ in their communities. The event is planned for November 5, 2022 at Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis, TN. Donna Gaines is the wife of Dr. Steve Gaines, pastor of Bellevue Baptist Church and the author of four books, There's Gotta Be More, Seated: Living from Our Position in Christ, Leaving Ordinary, Encounter God through Extraordinary Prayer and her fourth book, Choose Wisely, Live Fully. Dr. Cynthia Mitchell is an established presence in education that includes serving as adjunct professor at both Christian Brothers University and the University of Memphis. She currently serves in ministry at Christ Missionary Baptist Church and works with several local and national Faith Based initiatives. Ellen Olford is the wife of Dr. David Olford who serves as the Chairman of the Board and President of Olford Ministries International, Inc. She is Director of Women's and City Ministries at Central Church in Collierville, TN.

"Restored" | Philemon | Forgiveness and Restoration In our final episode of the semester, Donna Gaines and co-host Dayna Street sit down with our returning special guests, Peggy Williams and Leslie Hollowell. Focusing on Lesson Ten in "All That Matters," they will discuss the topic of restoration and how God works in our lives. Since we have been offered forgiveness through Christ, we are called to forgive those who have wounded us. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Restored" | Philemon In our final session of the Bellevue Women study "All That Matters," Donna Gaines walks us through Philemon and speaks on the topic of "Restored." As we think about our legacy, we should consider the importance of leaving behind a family, spiritual or otherwise. How are we pouring into those who will follow us? For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Representatives" | Colossians 4: 7-18 | Biblical Community and Social Media In this episode of The AfterWord, Donna Gaines and co-host Dayna Street are once again joined by two special guests, Peggy Williams and Leslie Hollowell. The group discusses the importance of Biblical community and the dangers of social media. If who we are is a collection of the people we are around most often, what does that say about the need for Godly friends? For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Representatives" | Colossians 4: 7-18 During Week Nine of "All That Matters," a study with Bellevue Women, Donna Gaines teaches on the topic of "Representatives" out of Colossians 4:7-18. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Relate" | Colossians 3:18-4:6 | Marriage and Family Relationships Donna Gaines and co-host Dayna Street recap Week Eight of "All That Matters" along with special guests, Leslie Hollowell and Peggy Williams. This week's episode highlights that when we choose Christ first, then our relationships with others will be life-giving because Jesus is the one who gives us life. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Relate" | Colossians 3:18-4:6 Dayna Street picks up Week Eight of "All That Matters" for a lesson on Colossians 3:18-4:6 titled "Relate." As we walk through these verses, we will see what the Bible has to say about how we are to be in relationship with one another, from marriage to parenting and even friendship. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Raised" | Colossians 3:1-17 | Living in Freedom On this episode of The AfterWord, Donna Gaines and co-host Dayna Street are once again joined by special guests Peggy Williams and Leslie Hollowell. The focus of this week's lesson spoke on how we are "raised" up to new life, putting off the old life forever. How do we live in the freedom of this new life? How can we make sure we don't turn back to our old ways? For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Raised" | Colossians 3:1-17 Donna Gaines teaches during Week Seven of "All That Matters," a study with Bellevue Women. Speaking from Colossians 3:1-17, she shares how we are to take off the old self and put on the new in Christ. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Released" | Colossians 2:16-23 | Expose the Lie, Exalt the Truth In this week's episode of The AfterWord, Donna Gaines is joined by co-host Dayna Street and special guests Peggy Williams and Leslie Hollowell for an important discussion on how the truth of God relates to our lives. If we are finding our worth in something other than Christ or listening to the arguments of this world over what we see in scripture, we leave ourselves open to be swayed by lies. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Released" | Colossians 2:16-23 Donna Gaines teaches during Week Six of "All That Matters," a Bellevue Women Bible study. Focusing on the topic of "Released," we will look at Colossians 2:16-23 and examine what needs to be broken away from lives so that we can live a life dedicated to Christ. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Rooted" | Colossians 2:4-15 | Spiritual Warfare In this week's episode of The AfterWord, Donna Gaines is joined by co-host Dayna Street and special guests Peggy Williams and Leslie Hollowell for a special discussion on being "rooted." When we have a firm foundation, we can face the arguments of this world without being swayed. Enjoy this important talk centered on spiritual warfare as we learn the benefits of taking root in Christ. For more information about this bible study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Rooted" | Colossians 2:4-15 Donna Gaines speaks during Week Five of the Bellevue Women study "All That Matters." Looking at Colossians 2:4-15, we will see what it means to be "rooted." For more information about this bible study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Rich" | Colossians 1:24 - 2:3 | Suffering: Finding Joy in Different Seasons of Life In this week's episode of The AfterWord, host Dayna Street talks with our special guests, Peggy Williams and Leslie Hollowell, about the different seasons of life and how we can find all that we need in Jesus Christ. Whether you are facing a time of grief or anticipation, don't lose sight of the One who cares for you most. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Rich" | Colossians 1:24 - 2:3 During Week Four of "All That Matters," Dayna Street teaches on the topic of "Rich" out of Colossians 1:24-2:3. We'll touch on the value of suffering, how the presence of God has been manifested throughout time, and see why community is so important for believers. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Reconciled" | Colossians 1:15-23 | Discouragement and Depression In this week's episode of The AfterWord, Donna Gaines and co-host Dayna Street are joined by Leslie Hollowell and Peggy Williams for a discussion on fighting discouragement and depression. The last few years have seen an exponential growth in these areas, so how can we use the truth of scripture to overcome these struggles? For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Reconciled" | Colossians 1:15-23 In Week Three of "All That Matters," Donna Gaines teaches on the theme of "Reconciled" out of Colossians 1:15-23. These verses teach us who Christ is and how His life forever changed the trajectory of ours For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Rescued" | Colossians 1: 9-14 | Guarding Our Hearts and Minds In this week's episode, Donna Gaines and co-host Dayna Street are joined once again by our guests for this season: Leslie Hollowell and Peggy Williams. The group will talk about what it means to have been redeemed by Christ and how we can guard our minds to remain in this truth. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Rescued" | Colossians 1:9-14 Join us for our Spring 2022 study titled "All That Matters—Walk Worthy: The Message of Colossians and Philemon." In our second lesson from the study, Donna Gaines teaches on the theme of "Rescued" out of Colossians 1:9-14. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Reminded" | Colossians 1:1-8 | Fear and Anxiety Kicking off a new season of The AfterWord, host Donna Gaines and co-host Dayna Street are joined by Leslie Hollowell and Peggy Williams for a great discussion on fear and anxiety. Leslie and Peggy will talk about healthy thinking habits, what they've seen during counseling sessions with others, and the benefits of trusting God through our trials. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

"Reminded" | Colossians 1:1-8 Join us for our Spring 2022 study titled "All That Matters—Walk Worthy: The Message of Colossians and Philemon." In Week One, Donna Gaines teaches on the theme of "Reminded" out of Colossians 1:1-8. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

Introduction | Colossians and Philemon Join us as we kick off a new semester in Bellevue Women! Donna Gaines introduces our Spring 2022 study: "All That Matters—Walk Worthy: The Message of Colossians and Philemon." For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story Continues | Genesis 11 In our final session of "The AfterWord" for Fall 2021, Donna Gaines and Dayna Street are joined by Leslie Hollowell as they discuss ministry, singleness, and how God opens up doors. For more information about this bible study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story Continues | Genesis 11 In the closing chapter of our study in Genesis, Donna Gaines walks us through Genesis 11 as we look at the Tower of Babel and trace the descendants of Noah to the introduction of Abraham. For more information about this bible study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Noah's Family Tree | Genesis 9:19-10 In this week's episode, Donna Gaines and Dayna Street are joined by Angela Dormer as she tells the story of her family. Living with a spouse formerly in the military and having taken part in an international adoption, she shares how God has provided for her family and taught her to trust Him. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Noah's Family Tree | Genesis 9:19-10 During Week 9 of "The Beginning," Donna Gaines walks us through the story of Noah's family tree by looking at Genesis 9-10. "The Beginning" is a weekly Bible study hosted by Bellevue Women. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Noah - After the Flood | Genesis 8-9:18 Donna Gaines and Dayna Street sit down with Bellevue's Director of Story, Abbey Dane, to talk about the importance of discipleship. Whether you have been a believer for five days or 50 years, we can all grow as Christians by taking part in a discipleship group. To learn more about discipleship at Bellevue, you can visit www.bellevue.org/discipleship. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Noah - After the Flood | Genesis 8-9:18 Donna Gaines continues our look at "The Story of Noah" as we embark on Lesson Eight of "The Beginning." Teaching out of Genesis 8-9, we'll see how God taught Noah how to wait on His timing and obey His instruction. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Noah - Before the Flood | Genesis 6:8-7:24 Donna Gaines, Dayna Street, and Jean Stockdale come together for an update on Jean's story and how God is using her journey with cancer to reveal more about Himself. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Noah - Before the Flood | Genesis 6:8-7:24 Donna Gaines teaches on the story of Noah before the flood during Lesson Seven of "The Beginning" with Bellevue Women. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Adam's Family Tree | Genesis 4:25-6:7 In this week's episode, Donna and Dayna speak with Bellevue Women small group leader Diane Cook about her story and discuss the different ways in which God can use tragedy for His glory. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Adam's Family Tree | Genesis 4:25-6:7 Donna Gaines walks us through "The Story of Adam's Family Tree" in this session of Bellevue Women's "The Beginning." For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Cain and Abel | Genesis 4:1-24 Dayna Street leads us in Lesson Five of "The Beginning" as we look at the story of Cain and Abel. We'll come to understand how the birth of sin led to anger, jealousy, and murder on earth. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Adam and Eve | The Fall | Genesis 3 In this week's episode, Donna and Dayna speak with one of our Bellevue Women small group leaders, Aimee Hale, about her family's tragic story and how God has been working in her life since that terrible day. Just as the Fall of humanity in Genesis 3 was a low point which God used in telling His story of redemption, our own tragedies can be redeemed into a time of healing and closeness with God. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Adam and Eve | The Fall | Genesis 3 In Week Four of our study in "The Beginning," Donna Gaines walks us through the events of mankind's Fall and the results of sin in our world. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Adam and Eve | The Garden | Genesis 2:4-2:25 Recapping Lesson Three of "The Beginning," Donna and Dayna discuss how your story is part of the larger story that God is writing. Special guest Carole Ward shares her story of answering the call to serve on the mission field and tells us how we can be involved in missions as well. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Story of Adam and Eve | The Garden | Genesis 2:4-2:25 In Lesson Three of our study in Genesis, "The Beginning," Donna Gaines walks us through the story of Adam and Eve. Along the way, we'll look at how the first two people God created model our view of relationships and how women can find their identity in the Bible. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Beginning of His Story | The Story of Creation | Genesis 1:3-2:3 Donna and Dayna quickly recap lesson two, discussing the story of creation through God's sovereign design. Special guest, Audrey Lawrence, also shares her testimony of God's faithfulness through trials and how He is writing her story. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

The Beginning of His Story | The Story of Creation | Genesis 1:3-2:3 For lesson two of the Bellevue Women's fall Bible study, Donna teaches about how God's pen is sovereign. Parallel to how God perfectly designed and spoke creation into existence, He meticulously crafted each of us with our own unique stories. For more information about this study and other resources, visit bellevue.org/women.

August 9, 2021 | During our most recent Worship Night at The Vue, Daniel Harris and Dakota Tucker sat down with Steve and Donna Gaines for an important conversation about relationships, living for the Lord, and reaching others with the gospel. For more sermons each week, be sure to subscribe to our channel today. Visit www.bellevue.org/college to find out more about The Vue.