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Text: Psalm 4Preacher: Scott Byers ***Psalms Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Ash, Christopher. The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary. Crossway, 2024. Kidner, Derek. Psalms 1–72: An Introduction and Commentary. TOTC. InterVarsity Press, 1973.Devotional/Further Study:Ash, Christopher. Psalms For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2020. Goldingay, John. Psalms for Everyone, Part 1: Psalms 1–72. OTE. Westminster John Knox Press, 2013.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

One of our most popular episodes to date, our conversation with Sally was full of joy as she helped us see the true value of extending Christ's welcome to others through the very ordinary means of a cup of tea, and seeing how the Lord chooses to work through those moments.  We hope the conversation continues to fuel your desire to extend Christ's welcome to others!Sally Clarkson hosts podcast 'At Home with Sally' and has authored many books including Teatime Discipleship.This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company. A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, check out their website for excellent resources.In this episode we recommend: The Language of Rivers and Stars by Seth Lewis. Take advantage of our 25% discount code SISTERS valid between 1st May - 30th June 2025.Sign up for our newsletter so that you're the first to know what we'll be studying for our next season, if you're not already!

Text: Psalm 3Sermon Title: Peace and Rest in the Dark DaysPreacher: Paul Burr***Psalms Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Ash, Christopher. The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary. Crossway, 2024. Kidner, Derek. Psalms 1–72: An Introduction and Commentary. TOTC. InterVarsity Press, 1973.Devotional/Further Study:Ash, Christopher. Psalms For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2020. Goldingay, John. Psalms for Everyone, Part 1: Psalms 1–72. OTE. Westminster John Knox Press, 2013.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

This was such a real and honest conversation for us all about what to do when Bible reading is just hard.  With both vulnerability and Scripture-soaked wisdom, this was such a helpful conversation with Kristen, as she led us through both obstacles and remedies for when we're finding it hard to open our Bibles.Kristen is a pastor's wife, mother, writer, and speaker. She's authored several books including: Help for the Hungry Soul and 12 Faithful Women. This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company. A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, check out their website for excellent resources.In this episode we recommend: 1, 2 & 3 John: Joyful Certainty by Sam Allberry. Take advantage of our 25% discount code SISTERS valid between 1st May - 30th June 2025.You can also get a copy of Kristen's book, Help for the Hungry Soul here.

Text: Psalm 2Sermon Title: The Anointed King Preacher: Scott Byers***Psalms Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Ash, Christopher. The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary. Crossway, 2024. Kidner, Derek. Psalms 1–72: An Introduction and Commentary. TOTC. InterVarsity Press, 1973.Devotional/Further Study:Ash, Christopher. Psalms For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2020. Goldingay, John. Psalms for Everyone, Part 1: Psalms 1–72. OTE. Westminster John Knox Press, 2013.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

In her wonderfully down-to-earth manner, Karen brought such insight and light into our study on Ecclesiastes.  With light-bulb and penny dropping moments for both of us, we continue to come back to her wisdom on Ecclesiastes, and remain so thankful for her friendship to us on the podcast!Karen Soole serves as a Women's Worker, a Bible teacher and author of Liberated and Unleash the Word.This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company. A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, check out their website for excellent resources.In this episode we recommend: The Art of Disagreeing by Gavin Ortlund. Take advantage of our 25% discount code SISTERS valid between 1st May - 30th June 2025.Check out our free downloads library on our website which has a growing collection of resources to help you dig into the Bible for yourself and with others.

Text: Psalm 1Preacher: Dr. John Beckman ***Psalms Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Ash, Christopher. The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary. Crossway, 2024. Kidner, Derek. Psalms 1–72: An Introduction and Commentary. TOTC. InterVarsity Press, 1973.Devotional/Further Study:Ash, Christopher. Psalms For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2020. Goldingay, John. Psalms for Everyone, Part 1: Psalms 1–72. OTE. Westminster John Knox Press, 2013.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Gold dust.  Every part of our time with Jen felt like gold -  as we soaked in her wisdom in how to read the Bible better, how to grow in obedience to what it says, and how to keep coming back to the grace of God at work in our lives.  It's a conversation we keep coming back to, and we pray it's just as helpful for you!Jen Wilkin is an author and Bible teacher. Jen's books include Women of the Word, None Like Him and Ten Words To Live By.This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company. A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, check out their website for excellent resources.In this episode we recommend: The Quiet Time Kickstart by Rachel Jones. Take advantage of our 25% discount code SISTERS valid between 1st May - 30th June 2025.Do follow us on social media if you aren't already. Find us on Instagram or follow us on Facebook.

Text: Hebrews 4:14–16Sermon Title: The Throne of GracePreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Excitable doesn't even remotely cover what we found in Dane, as he started talking to us about Jesus in John's gospel!  With contagious enthusiasm, this conversation with Dane remains one of our favourites, as our eyes were lifted to the glories of Christ!Dane is a pastor, author, and speaker. He's author of several books including Gentle and Lowly and Suprised by Jesus.This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company. A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, check out their website for excellent resources.In this episode we recommend: The Outsider by Katie Morgan.Why not sign up for our monthly newsletter, you can do it here.

Text: Hebrews 4:12–13Sermon Title: The Living & Active WordPreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

We don't think we can overstate how significant our conversation with Nancy was part way through our Deuteronomy season. It is still so deeply memorable for us both, as she helped us to see Jesus in each page of the book, rooting our confidence in both Christ's presence and sufficiency. Enjoy coming with us, as we listen again to the riches of this conversation!Nancy Guthrie is an author, Bible teacher and speaker. Find out more about her workshops and books here.This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company. A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, check out their website for excellent resources.In this episode we recommend: Lily, the Lemur, and the Lamb King.Why not chat about this episode with a friend? We have discussion questions to help you on our website.

Text: Hebrews 4:1–13Sermon Title: The True & Better Rest (Pt. 2)Preacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Way back in the day, when we were just getting going with the podcast, Sam Allberry graciously joined us to talk through James chapter 2.  His interview is still one of our favourites, not only because of his biscuit chat, but because he was so enormously helpful in pastorally walking us through one of the trickiest parts of James.  It's been a joy to listen in again, and we hope it is for you too!Sam is a pastor, apologist, author and speaker. He is the author of a number of books, including James for You, which is mentioned in this episode, available here.This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company. A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, check out their website for excellent resources.In this episode we recommend: Enjoying Jesus by Tim Chester 

Text: Hebrews 3:7–19Sermon Title: The True & Better Rest (Pt. I) Preacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

As we kick off our 'Two Sisters & Friends' season, we're delighted to be joined by our friends Hunter Beless (founder and host of Journeywomen) and Courtney Doctor (Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition), as we chat about their newly released Bible study on Titus, and the joys of Titus shaped discipleship across the generations.This episode is sponsored by The Good Book Company.A Christian publisher who is passionate about Jesus, they aim to create and select biblical, relevant and accessible resources that will encourage you and your church family to keep going, keep growing and keep sharing your faith. Check out their website for excellent resources, including today's recommendation - Joy: Happiness of the Heart.You can find links to all our guests books this season, as well as lots more resources, head to our website to have a look.

Text: Hebrews 3:1–6Sermon Title: The True & Better MosesPreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 2:10–18Sermon Title: The Death of DeathPreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 2:5–9Sermon Title: Jesus: The True & Better AdamPreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 2:1–4Preacher: Matthew Holmes***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 1:5–14Preacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 1:1–4Preacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020. Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017. Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021. To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

In today's episode we speak to Bethany McIlrath about friendship.Bethany loves to get lost in a book and to help others discover their next read in her marketing role at The Good Book Company. When she's not reading stories, she's usually writing them or dreaming about them as she comes up with real-life creative adventures for friends, her husband, and a doorbell-like dog named Indy. Serving in children's ministry is also one of her greatest joys. Links: Abigail books https://www.abigailseries.com/ To listen to the original podcast episodes that the friendship drama chapter is based on: navigating friendship difficulties with Olly Goldenberg https://soundcloud.com/parentingforfaith-brf/s4-ep3-school-and-friendships-with-olly-goldenberg; dealing with mean kids with Rachel Turner https://soundcloud.com/parentingforfaith-brf/8-emotional-intelligence-dealing-with-mean-kids-and-explaining-guy-fawkes-and-religious-violence; making new friends with Rachel Turner https://on.soundcloud.com/XTFJdgDCRg7sYjq97; and managing emotions around friendships with Clare Luther https://on.soundcloud.com/XPj7LtWH1RHEw6zp8 Send us your questions and stories at parentingforfaith.org/podcast or email us at parentingforfaith@brf.org.uk Thank you for listening today. If you are able to contribute to the cost of producing this podcast, please click here to give a one-off or regular gift: www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give/ Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

Do I truly believe that Jesus has all authority over this world? If so, then why am I fretting? Why am I losing sleep? Why do I have this innate need for control? Rachel Jones joins me on the podcast to talk about the day Jesus's authority was challenged in the synagogue. And the shocking events that unfolded next will convince you that this world's ultimate authority belongs—not to powerful people or evil forces, but to Jesus alone.We're looking at one of the example texts Rachel used in her new book, The Quiet Time KickStarter. If reading the Bible is one of your goals for '25 check out this fabulous new resource from Rachel Jones, published by The Good Book. Where else can I listen to this podcast?Go HERE to find this episode on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Google, Spotify, and more.Guest: Rachel JonesBible Passage: Jesus Drives Out an Impure Spirit - Mark 1:21-28 NIVGet your Free Resource: False Narrative WatchlistRecommended Resources: Check out Rachel's new book, "The Quiet Time Kickstart" on Shannon's Amazon Storefront HERE"God's Word for You" Bible CommentariesResound Media Network: www.ResoundMedia.ccMusic: Cade PopkinRachel JonesRachel Jones is the author of A Brief Theology of Periods (Yes, Really), Is This It?, and several books in the award-winning Five Things to Pray series, and serves as Vice President (Editorial) at The Good Book Company. She helps teach kids at her church, King's Church Chessington, in Surrey, UK.Connect with Rachel:WebsiteInstagramFacebook Visit ComparisonGirl.com and get the answers both she and you need in my new book, Comparison Girl for Teens: Thriving Beyond Measure in a World That Compares. Conversation starters, quizzes and more. Get your free False Narrative Watchlist. Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

Rebecca sits down with Rachel Jones, editor at The Good Book Company and author of The Quiet Time Kickstart: Six Weeks to a Healthy Bible Habit. Drawing inspiration from the Couch to 5K program, Rachel shares how this book was designed to help anyone build a sustainable and meaningful habit of meeting God in His Word. Together, Rebecca and Rachel dive into the real struggles that often hold us back, the joy of encountering Scripture, and practical strategies for keeping Bible reading a part of daily life. Whether you're picking up a Bible for the first time or you've been reading it for years, this conversation will inspire and equip you to grow deeper in your faith. Don't miss it!Buy Rachel's Book:The Quiet Time KickstartFollow Rachel Jones:XThe Story of Jesus is designed for churches to use during evangelism and outreach events to help readers understand who Jesus is so they may believe and have life in his name. Pick up a copy wherever books are sold or visit crossway.org/plus to learn how you can get 30 percent off with a Crossway plus account.Sign up for weekly emails at RebeccaMcLaughlin.org/SubscribeFollow Confronting Christianity:Instagram | XProduced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Good Podcast Co.⁠⁠⁠⁠

Rachel Jones serves as VP of Editorial at The Good Book Company and is the author of Is This It? A Brief Theology of Periods (Yes, Really) and, most recently, The Quiet Time Kickstart: Six Weeks to a Healthy Bible Habit. She enjoys helping others open up the Bible, going running, and spending time with friends.

Text: Ruth 4 | Advent SeriesPreacher: Scott Byers***Ruth Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Hannah, Mary Wilson. Ruth. (ESVEC. Crossway, 2021).Block, Daniel I. Judges,Ruth. (NAC. Broadman & Holman, 1999).Devotional/Further Study:Merida, Tony. Ruth For You: Revealing God's Kindness and Care. (The Good Book Company, 2020).To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit https://www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Ruth 4 | Advent SeriesPreacher: Scott Byers***Ruth Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Hannah, Mary Wilson. Ruth. (ESVEC. Crossway, 2021).Block, Daniel I. Judges,Ruth. (NAC. Broadman & Holman, 1999).Devotional/Further Study:Merida, Tony. Ruth For You: Revealing God's Kindness and Care. (The Good Book Company, 2020).To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit https://www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Ruth 3 | Advent SeriesPreacher: Scott Byers***Ruth Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Hannah, Mary Wilson. Ruth. (ESVEC. Crossway, 2021).Block, Daniel I. Judges,Ruth. (NAC. Broadman & Holman, 1999).Devotional/Further Study:Merida, Tony. Ruth For You: Revealing God's Kindness and Care. (The Good Book Company, 2020).To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit https://www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Ruth 2 | Advent SeriesPreacher: Scott Byers***Ruth Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Hannah, Mary Wilson. Ruth. (ESVEC. Crossway, 2021).Block, Daniel I. Judges,Ruth. (NAC. Broadman & Holman, 1999).Devotional/Further Study:Merida, Tony. Ruth For You: Revealing God's Kindness and Care. (The Good Book Company, 2020).To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit https://www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Ruth 1 | Advent Series Preacher: Scott Byers***Ruth Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Hannah, Mary Wilson. Ruth. (ESVEC. Crossway, 2021). Block, Daniel I. Judges, Ruth. (NAC. Broadman & Holman, 1999).Devotional/Further Study:Merida, Tony. Ruth For You: Revealing God's Kindness and Care. (The Good Book Company, 2020).To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit https://www.gospellifemn.org.

Full of careful wisdom from Rev Dr Israel and great help from Amy answering the questions that make you squirm. We loved this mic drop moment from Israel:"It's not political correctness. It's kingdom correctness."We're walking parents through the differences, the similarities and the sad: church in a cinema, "that's not fair" and kids being mean.Ed Drew is the director of Faith in Kids.Amy Smith is a writer for Faith in Kids.Rev Dr Israel Olofinjana is originally from Nigeria. He came to the UK to pursue a calling to be a reverse missionary, bringing the Gospel back to the UK. He's married and is a parent to 2 lovely young children (3 and 6). Israel is a theologian, former church leader and director of the One People Commission for the Evangelical Alliance; working to unite the ethnically and culturally diverse church. He is a leading figure in the UK church on unity and ethnic diversity.ResourcesFind out more about Daniels Ekarte and Wangari Maathai here:Daniels EkarteWangari MaathaiSome great books from the Good Book Company about Betsy Stockton, Fannie Lou Hamer and Marie Fearing:Betsey StocktonFannie Lou HamerMaria FearingOur brand new “Growing Up” Resources are out NOW for parents and churches to use together as we help our children grow up in today's world, with God's word as their guide. Head to faithinkids.org for all the details on this excellent series. They're growing up fast so come on, let's share God's good story.Support the show

Join us this Black History Month as we sit down with the wonderful Felix Aremo. Listen in for how to enjoy more of the beautiful diversity the Kingdom ... eating together, hearing each other's stories and celebrating our unity in Christ. Felix understands British culture and he understands church culture. He understands the subtle ways we continue to 'other' our neighbours, our brothers and sisters. He helps us long for and work for better. Ed Drew is the director of Faith in Kids.Amy Smith is a writer for Faith in Kids.Felix Aremo is a Bible teacher and mission theologian at London City Mission. He trains Christian leaders and gospel workers in urban mission and cross-cultural disciple-making. He is married with two young boys.Resources:God's Very Good Idea Storybook - for young children, from the Good Book CompanyThe Big Wide Welcome Storybook - for 3-6 year olds, from the Good Book Company. Healing the Divides - for adults, from the Good Book Company Our brand new “Growing Up” Resources are out NOW for parents and churches to use together as we help our children grow up in today's world, with God's word as their guide. Head to faithinkids.org for all the details on this excellent series. They're growing up fast so come on, let's share God's good story.Support the show

In today's episode, Jerrad Lopes takes us on a journey of parenting and spiritual leadership through a real, honest experience that led to a powerful realization about how we, as fathers, can better lead our families. Jerrad shares the importance of knowing each of our family members on an individual level—knowing their unique needs, challenges, and spiritual journeys. Drawing parallels to the way Jesus knew His followers, Jerrad challenges dads to take time to study their children and wives, to know their spiritual conditions, and to lead each one uniquely. This episode is about taking a step beyond the general approach of parenting and truly becoming a student of our family members, to help them grow closer to Jesus. Reflection Questions (mentioned in episode): What is each family member in your household passionate about right now? How does that relate to their faith, and are there opportunities for connecting their passions with their spiritual growth? What challenges is each family member facing right now, and how might that affect their spiritual journey? How do they respond to prayer, Bible discussions, or spiritual conversations? Are they open, or do they feel reluctant? Are there any things about God, faith, church, or the Bible that are confusing or hard for them to understand? When do they feel closest to God? Is there a particular environment or activity where they feel a stronger connection? Where is each family member currently at in their spiritual journey? Are they learning about God, skeptical, or committed but struggling? What specific goals do you have to help each family member grow closer to Jesus? How can you create a plan to meet those goals through regular one-on-one time? Action Steps: Write down each family member's name and identify where they are in their spiritual journey. Set a specific goal for each member to help them grow closer to Jesus. Plan a time for one-on-one connection each week or month to check in on their hearts and spiritual journeys. Create a prayer list for each family member and pray for them intentionally. Journal your observations after each one-on-one time, and use these notes to inform your ongoing approach to shepherding your family. Join the Dad Tired Community:We are all in this together, trying to figure out how to lead our families spiritually. If you haven't yet, join our Dad Tired community to share your experiences, get support, and find more resources to help you on this journey. www.DadTired.com Mentioned Resources: Jesus Storybook Bible - a recommended resource for younger children to learn about God. Tales That Tell the Truth series from The Good Book Company - great for teaching young children stories from the Bible. Dad Tired Dinner Time Devotional Cards - practical tools to foster spiritual discussions with your family.

  Jen Oshman has been in women's ministry for over two decades on three continents. She's the author of Enough About Me, Cultural Counterfeits, Welcome, and It's Good to be a Girl. She's the Director of Women's Ministry in her local church, the mother of four daughters, and currently resides with her family in Colorado where they planted Redemption Parker seven years ago. Jen's  passion is leading women into a deeper faith and fostering a biblical worldview. She writes about that at jenoshman.com.    Zoe Oshman is a mechanical engineering student at the Colorado School of Mines. Her passions are robotics research and encouraging women in STEM. She treasures having grown up in Asia, Europe, and the US, and she currently resides in Golden, Colorado.   Our conversation today will focus on their book, “It's Good to be a Girl: A Celebration of All That God Made You to Be”, which is a Good Book Company publication.

 What can ruling elders do to promote better preaching?On this issue of the Ruling Elder podcast, John Currie, OPC pastor and Professor and Dean of Pastoral Theology, Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia, discusses why this is so important and gives practical suggestions on how and when to do it, and, just as importantly, how not to do it.The OPC Form of Government says “[Ruling Elders] should have particular concern for the doctrine and conduct of the minister of the Word and help him in his labors.” (Fg. X.3)Several resources are also available online at Ordained Servant.“What Ruling Elders Can Do to Promote Better Preaching.” (Edwin J. Kreykes) 11:2 (Apr. 2002): 40-42. https://opc.org/OS/pdf/OSV11N2.pdf“How to Assess a Sermon: A Checklist for Ruling Elders.” (William Shishko) 12:2 (Apr. 2003): 43-44. https://opc.org/OS/pdf/OSV12N2.pdf“What Is Faithful Preaching?” (Alan D. Strange) 27 (2018): 25-30. https://opc.org/os.html?article_id=686Further ReadingT. David Gordon, Why Johnny Can't Preach: The Media Have Shaped the Messengers, (P&R Publishing; 2009)Christopher J Gordon, “How to Evaluate Your Pastor” in Faithful and Fruitful: Essays for Elders and Deacons, eds. William Boekestein and Steven Swets, (Reformed Fellowship Inc. 2019, pp. 181-193).Christopher Ash, Listen Up: A Practical Guide to Listening to Sermons, (The Good Book Company, 2009)John Angell James, An Earnest Ministry: The Want of the Times, (Banner of Truth Trust)Charles Spurgeon, “The Necessity of Ministerial Progress” in Lectures to My Students, (Banner of Truth Trust)John's recommneded reading for Ruling EldersJohn Calvin, Institutes of Christian ReligionR. B. Kuiper, The Glorious Body of Christ: A Scriptural Appreciation of the One Holy Church, (Banner of Truth Trust)Harry Reeder, From Embers to a Flame: How God Can Revitalize Your Church, (P&R Publishing, 2008) 

In today's episode I have the privilege of talking to Jeff Medders and Doug Logan Jr. about their new book "The Soul Winning Church: Six Keys to Fostering a Genuine Evangelistic Culture." In our conversation Jeff and Doug share about the their individual experiences in the church that led to this book being written; why they think we struggle so hard as churches to focus on soul-winning; and how we keep evangelism from just becoming another ministry in the church. The book is published by The Good Book Company and will be on book shelves August 1st! J.A. Medders is the Director of Theology and Content for Send Network, a preacher, podcaster, and the author of multiple books including Humble Calvinism and The Soul-Winning Church. He is pursuing a Ph.D. in biblical spirituality from the Southern Baptist Theology Seminary. Jeff is a native of Houston, Texas, where he lives with his wife, Natalie, and two children. You can follow his writing and ministry at spiritualtheology.net. Dr. Doug Logan, Jr. is the President and Dean of Grimké School of Urban Ministry. He also serves as a Council member of The Gospel Coalition. He is the Pastor of Church Planting at Remnant Church in Richmond, Virginia, and the author of The Soul-Winning Church and On The Block: Developing a Biblical Picture for Missional Engagement. In 2011, he planted Epiphany Fellowship of Camden, New Jersey, with his wife, Angel. They have three adult sons, four grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Thanks to The Good Book Company for sponsoring this episode! You can check out Abbey Wedgeworth's new children's series, “Training Young Hearts,” on their website.   Marriage and sexuality are hot button topics in today's society. How do we navigate a faithful, biblical ethic when it comes to these areas? And for those of us who are parents, how do we teach these truths to our children?   Sam Allberry joined us for this important conversation to help us better understand God's design for marriage. Sam is a pastor and the author of Is God Anti-Gay?; What God Has to Say About Our Bodies; and the children's book God's Signpost: How Marriage Points Us to God's Love. And Sam's newest book is a book for children called God's Go-Togethers. If you have ever struggled to have informed conversations around the topic of biblical marriage, then join us for this conversation with Sam!   Subscribe to our Podcast Newsletter!   Resources Mentioned: God's Go-Togethers Is God Anti-Gay? What God Has to Say About Our Bodies   Connect with Sam: Instagram | Sam's website   Connect with us: The Daily Grace Co. | Facebook | Instagram | Daily Grace Blog |    The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God's Word, the only authority on truth.  

"Low grade, slow grade, slow cooked church changes you in ways you can't imagine." That's according to experienced church planter, author and cultural commentator Stephen McAlpine. In this interview with Premier Christianity's Sam Hailes, Stephen argues that regular, habitual church attendance is vital. "If you say, 'we'll go to this service, but next week we won't go, and the week after that we have a sporting event...' don't be surprised that your teenagers don't end up Christian." Born in Belfast, Stephen has experience ministering across many nations including Northern Ireland, England and Australia, where he is now based. He's the author of Being the bad guys: How to live for Jesus in a world that says you shouldn't and most recently Futureproof: How to live for Jesus in a culture that keeps on changing (The Good Book Company). Much of Stephen's work is designed to help Christians in the West share the good news with a world that is increasingly antagonistic towards faith. The appropriate response to Christians being perceived as the 'bad guys', is not for us to become angry or dismayed, argues Stephen. "Let's own our stuff. We have divergent views from the mainstream culture about what human flourishing is about, and what sex and gender are about." It may be uncomfortable, but we're called to stand firm. After all the Gospel is "suffer now, glory later", he says. "You can't get away from that," he adds. The Profile is brought to you by Premier Christianity magazine. Enter 'PODCAST' at checkout for a half price offer premierchristianity.com/subscribe

What's special about church? For this final episode, Glen Scrivener and Andrew Wilson are joined by Rebecca McLaughlin, author of Confronting Christianity and The Secular Creed.They discuss the unique nature of the in-person church as the place where the vertical dimension of worship meets the horizontal dimension of embodied community. Reflecting on the long history of Christianity, they acknowledge that the church simply 'doing its thing' has a transformative leavening impact on the world.McLaughlin offers a critique of some of our attitudes towards church and personal evangelism, and some encouragements to keep proclaiming Christ even when it feels fruitless. Scrivener examines how our fear of being labeled 'bigots' can sometimes lead us to disqualify ourselves from sharing the gospel, even though our friends might be more receptive than we imagine.The podcast ends on a hopeful note: we are actually living in pre-Christian times—Jesus is Lord, he is returning, and summer is coming.Credits:Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.

How can Christians offer grace, freedom, and truth in this current cultural moment? In this episode, Glen Scrivener and Andrew Wilson get practical.If their books are correct in diagnosing the 21st-century West as post-Christian, what impact can this have on our approach to everyday evangelism, preaching, and parenting? They return to the observation that it is refreshing to be able to say to people, "Here's why you're right," rather than, "Here's why you're wrong."They tease out the unique challenges of our current context and the need for Christians to offer counter-catechesis. Scrivener shares some examples of fruitful conversations he has had with friends and strangers, and Wilson reflects on how to engage with casual visitors in our churches—people who might not call themselves Christians but are recognizing the radical and foundational nature of Biblical teaching.Credits:Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.

“Be true to yourself” is a dominant refrain in the Western world, but how has individualism come to be such a prominent feature of Western thought? To what extent is that individualism Christian?Glen Scrivener and Andrew Wilson are joined by Carl Trueman, author of The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self and Strange New World, to answer those questions and continue their discussion of our post-Christian world.Beginning with Rousseau, they trace the ways in which our idea of the modern self has transformed and shaped our understanding of anthropology. Particularly touching on the transformations which have happened in our understanding of marriage, divorce and sex, they ask in what ways the church has become complicit in these changes and to what extent these individualistic assumptions have come to shape both the church and the world.Credits:Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.

How did the founding of America contribute to the post-Christian world we find ourselves in today? Is there something inherently post-Christian baked into the pie from the founding of the nation?In this episode, Andrew Wilson and Glen Scrivener continue their discussion of how the year 1776 has shaped our world. They trace the story forward to today, as they discuss slavery, human rights, the civil rights movement, and the sexual revolution. They talk about the apparent inevitability of progress in the 19th century and how those hopes were dashed by two world wars.Wilson and Scrivener also consider how these huge cultural and societal changes interact with the gospel, and conclude by discussing the extent to which Christianity cannot be forced into the neat political categories of right and left, liberal and conservative.Credits:Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.

Nearly a millennium before the swinging '60s, a revolution in attitudes toward sex and sexuality transformed how we consider marriage, family, the sexes, equality, consent, and even concepts like free will and human dignity.In this episode of Post-Christianity?, Andrew Wilson and Glen Scrivener interview Kyle Harper, a University of Oklahoma historian of the classical and author of From Shame to Sin: The Christian Transformation of Sexual Morality in Late Antiquity. Harper unpacks that first revolution, how it shaped the traditional Western understanding of sex, and how it has been challenged and in some ways rejected in the past 60 years.Credits:Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.

The Beatles might have claimed to be bigger than Jesus, but when they said “Love is all you need,” they were just riffing on Jesus' words. In this episode, Glen Scrivener and Andrew Wilson discuss how today's slogans—Black Lives Matter, Women's Rights are Human Rights, No Human is Illegal, Science is Real, Love Is Love, Kindness Is Everything—flow from a worldview thoroughly shaped by Christianity.They compare and contrast ancient, Christian, and secular virtues to explore the inherent inconsistencies of today's culture, question how relativistic our society really is, and describe how we've arrived at a new pharisaism where those who don't get on board with the modern program are the new heretics of our secular age.Credits:Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.

How did Christianity come to shape Western culture? History is often told as the story of great men and events. But did Christianity come to shape Western culture simply as a “great idea” that carried the day?In this episode, Glen Scrivener and Andrew Wilson explore the role of geography, technology, and coincidence in the spread of Christianity, which has fundamentally shaped our assumptions about the world. Geography, geology, ecology, and economics are not the topics you would usually consider in a Christian podcast, but Glen and Andrew observe how those factors—along with the fundamental goodness of the gospel—combine to create an environment in which the worldview of the West was formed.Credits:Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.

“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal,” says the Declaration of Independence. But is it really self-evident? What is the basis of equality? How have we come to think the way we do about the world?In this episode of the Post-Christianity? podcast, Glen Scrivener and Andrew Wilson discuss the making of the Western Mind and how we became WEIRD (Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, Democratic) as they trace the history of the West up to 1776.They make the case that far from being neutral, or self-evident, the values which many hold dear in the West today can be traced back through figures like Luther, Augustine, Paul, and ultimately to Jesus. They show that in spite of its secular pretensions the West remains a place thoroughly shaped and marked by a Christian worldview.So are we really post-Christian? Or is Christianity the only framework that can really make sense of the things we value most?Credits:Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.

How did Christianity come to shape Western culture? History is often told as the story of great men and events. But did Christianity come to shape Western culture simply as a “great idea” that carried the day?In this episode, Glen Scrivener and Andrew Wilson explore the role of geography, technology, and coincidence in the spread of Christianity, which has fundamentally shaped our assumptions about the world. Geography, geology, ecology, and economics are not the topics you would usually consider in a Christian podcast, but Glen and Andrew observe how those factors—along with the fundamental goodness of the gospel—combine to create an environment in which the worldview of the West was formed.Post-Christianity? is a podcast from The Gospel Coalition and The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. Learn more about The Keller Center here.The Good Book Company is the publisher of The Air We Breathe by Glen Scrivener. For 25% off books on Christianity and culture, go to thegoodbook.com/postpodcast.

Women of the Faith: Amy Carmichael  Amy Carmichael has had a profound impact on Hunter's own life. So much so that it led her to write the book Amy Carmichael: The Brown-Eyed Girl Who Learned to Pray. In this episode, Hunter shares how Amy's story helped her to trust God even when she didn't understand what God was doing in her life. Amy's life and story help us to remember we can trust God because of who he is and how he has proven himself faithful throughout all of redemptive history. Amy Carmichael: The Brown-Eyed Girl Who Learned to Pray by Hunter Beless is part of The Good Book Company‘s Do Great Things For God series. FULL SHOW NOTES SERIES RESOURCES FOR MORE Support Journeywomen: Give Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook Share the podcast by writing a review Interviews do not imply Journeywomen's endorsement of all writings and positions of the interviewee or any other resources mentioned.  Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support Journeywomen! Journeywomen comes alongside women to move them to know and love God and his Word, to find hope in the gospel, and to invest deeply in their local churches as they go out on mission for the glory of God.

Women of the Faith: Helen Roseveare, Corrie ten Boom, Betsey Stockton, Fannie Crosby Today we're continuing our Women of the Faith series by talking with Laura Caputo-Wickham about some women in Church history who endured what we'd think of as unbearable circumstances for the sake of making Christ known. Laura has written about these women in one of my favorite children's book series called “Do Great Things for God” published by the Good Book Company. We pray that this episode bolsters your faith in our God who is the same yesterday, today, and forever. FULL SHOW NOTES RESOURCES   DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. How has God used different Scripture passages to reveal himself to you?  2. What circumstances in your life has God used to bolster your confidence in his character? 3. How do you relate to the phrase, “ordinary people relying on an extraordinary God?” 4. Which of the women's stories from this episode stood out to you and why? 5. What would it look like to fear God and not your circumstances?    SPONSORS SEBTS offers flexible degree options that empower you to study the Bible deeply and teach God's Word. Through its selection of certificate programs, master's degrees, and advanced degrees, Southeastern equips women to serve the Church and fulfill the Great Commission. Scriptura crafts new Bibles with custom leather covers and restores special Bibles that are falling apart. Journeywomen listeners can receive 15% off their order with the code JOURNEY15 at Scriptura.co. Kaleidoscope bridges the gap between storybook Bibles and adult translations, retelling every book of the Bible at an elementary reading level in beautifully-designed, single-volume chapter books for kids. Check them out at readkaleidoscope.com, and take 10% off your order with the code JOURNEYWOMEN.    FOR MORE Subscribe: iTunes | Android Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook Support the podcast by writing a review Interviews do not imply Journeywomen's endorsement of all writings and positions of the interviewee or any other resources mentioned.  Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support Journeywomen!