Podcast appearances and mentions of kristi mclelland

In this episode of Chai Beauty, I reflect on Session Six of the When You Pray Bible study, which focuses on interceding for others in prayer. While it's easy to pray for friends, intercession often challenges us most when it involves those who are difficult to love or those we've been separated from.I share how scriptures like 1 Peter 5:8–11 and Romans remind us that suffering is universal—and that God calls us to stand firm in faith by lifting others up, even in our own trials. Through personal stories and lessons, I explore the tension between selfishness and obedience, what it means to truly love with patience, and why forgiveness and reconciliation matter in God's eyes.We'll explore:Why interceding can feel harder than personal prayerLearning to pray for those who challenge usThe privilege of caring for others as God cares for usWhy forgiveness is for you, and reconciliation is for usLiving out patient, protective, and unconditional Christian love

Purchase A Jesus-Shaped Life here. Today's conversation on Back Porch Theology is a sequel because Alli and I got to hang out with one of our dear friends, Professor Kristi McLelland. This snippet from Kristi's new book, Feasting on God's Word, will give you a glimpse of the adventure we're diving into today: “Life is both long and short. It has high and low moments. The promise of the Bible is that God is with us in and through it all. He has never been afraid of entering into the dust and ruin; restoration renewal, and repair are part of who He is.” We're diving in pretty deep today y'all, so I'd encourage you to lean in and listen when you've got some breathing space and a little elbow room for the great, big, beautiful – albeit possibly weary – heart of yours. So please grab your favorite beverage, some yummy snacks, and that divine love letter we call the Bible. Then pull up a chair and prop your feet up on the porch with Alli, Professor Kristi, and me – we're grateful you've carved out the time and space to be with us today. You can find the Tame Your Thoughts book and Bible study at MaxLucado.com (https://maxlucado.com/tameyourthoughts/) or wherever you buy books!

Purchase A Jesus-Shaped Life here. During today's conversation on Back Porch Theology Alli and I have the distinct privilege of diving deep into this divine love letter we call the Bible with one of our very dear friends who just so happens to be a world-renowned Bible scholar, Professor Kristi McLelland. Kristi spent over a year living in Egypt and Israel so that she could study Scripture in its original socio-historical context, and the fruits of her labor will leave you gob-smacked with wonder over the accessible, redemptive truisms in God's Word. Just listen to this excerpt from her new book, Feasting on God's Word, “We are not orphans; we are not fatherless. We do not have to open the Bible and dig something out to feed ourselves. We are not alone in the moment. When we approach the Word of God, we do so as sons and daughters postured to receive. Rather than having to feed ourselves, we are readying ourselves to inherit and take in whatever the living God is ready to say and do as we interact with the Text.” If you want less duty and more delight when you engage with the redemptive narrative and promises found in God's enscripturated revelation, today's episode is tailor made for you, baby! So please grab an iced mocha and of course bring your Bible as you pull up a proverbial chair on the porch with us…we're really glad you're here!

Welcome to Session Seven of our spring audio Bible study! We're studying The Gospel on the Ground, and we're so excited to join Kristi McLelland as she unpacks the life of the early church in the book of Acts and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, always looking outward to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through June 16.In the seventh and final session, Kristi explains how the testimony of Christians who have come before us, as seen in Hebrews 11, and the eternal hope we have in Christ fuel a love for God and help us press forward in spreading passing the good news of His Kingdom along to others. She reminds us that God is preparing a place for us in heaven where we'll enjoy Him for all eternity—the hope of glory that spurred on the early church and beckons us to obey God even to this day.LINKSThe Gospel on the GroundMore from KristiRECOMMENDEDRead Kristi's prayer for peace on the Lifeway Women blog. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Andrea Lennon.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kristi McLelland on Instagram.Learn more about the More Than Enough Bible study at lifeway.com/morethanenough. Learn more about Feast at lifeway.com/feast. Learn about the In the Word event at lifeway.com/intheword.

Welcome to Session Six of our spring audio Bible study! We're studying The Gospel on the Ground, and we're so excited to join Kristi McLelland as she unpacks the life of the early church in the book of Acts and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, always looking outward to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through June 16.In Session Four, we continue to discuss the witness of the early church in the world, the godly Kingdom of Abundance moving into an Empire of Scarcity. Members of the early church set themselves apart in the way they loved others, their refusal to worship the emperor and their willingness to lay down their lives for the kingdom of God. Kristi encourages us to follow God's call on our lives because He alone is worthy of our worship.LINKSThe Gospel on the GroundMore from KristiRECOMMENDEDRead this article by Kristi on the Lifeway Women blog about partnering with God in prayer. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Andrea Lennon.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kristi McLelland on Instagram.Learn more about the Daring Joy Bible study at lifeway.com/daringjoy. Learn more about Feast at lifeway.com/feast.

Welcome to Session Five of our spring audio Bible study! We're studying The Gospel on the Ground, and we're so excited to join Kristi McLelland as she unpacks the life of the early church in the book of Acts and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, always looking outward to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through June 16.In a Roman world that was divided by power and prestige, the early church stood out for their unity across class and race as the wealthy elite shared table fellowship with slaves. More than that, members of the early church sacrificed to make sure others had what they needed, to the praise and honor of God. In Session Five, Kristi challenges us to model that same Christ-centered unity in our own homes and use our kitchen tables to welcome others so we can share the love of God with them.LINKSThe Gospel on the GroundMore from KristiRECOMMENDEDSet sail on an unforgettable cruise through the Mediterranean with Kristi! Learn more at lifeway.com/cruisewithkristi. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Andrea Lennon.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kristi McLelland on Instagram.Learn more about the Titus Bible study at lifeway.com/titus. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible.

The life of Dolly Parton is fascinating to many and now there is a new exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame.  Carmen just wrapped up her Bible Study of Kristi McLelland's Luke In the Life.  Dave's got a new ceiling fan he needs to install. Does he have the skills to install it himself? Carmen is more concerned for his life and safety! Carmen's got a new dishwasher and the first time she used it she couldn't find where to put the utensils for the life of her!  Haley...

Welcome to Session Four of our spring audio Bible study! We're studying The Gospel on the Ground, and we're so excited to join Kristi McLelland as she unpacks the life of the early church in the book of Acts and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, always looking outward to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through June 16.In Session Four, we continue to discuss the witness of the early church in the world, the godly Kingdom of Abundance moving into an Empire of Scarcity. Members of the early church set themselves apart in the way they loved others, their refusal to worship the emperor and their willingness to lay down their lives for the kingdom of God. Kristi encourages us to follow God's call on our lives because He alone is worthy of our worship.LINKSThe Gospel on the GroundMore from KristiRECOMMENDEDSet sail on an unforgettable cruise through the Mediterranean with Kristi! Learn more at lifeway.com/cruisewithkristi. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Andrea Lennon.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kristi McLelland on Instagram.Learn more about the Titus Bible study at lifeway.com/titus. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible.

Welcome to Session Three of our spring audio Bible study! We're studying The Gospel on the Ground, and we're so excited to join Kristi McLelland for the next seven weeks as she unpacks the life of the early church in the book of Acts and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, always looking outward to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through June 16.In our study of the early church and the Book of Acts, a deeper knowledge of the Roman Empire will illuminate our understanding of the context of Scripture. In Session 3, Kristi contrasts the Roman Empire, the empire of entertainment that appeals to the worldly desires, with the Kingdom of God, a kingdom of celebration that leads to ultimate fulfillment and joy.LINKSThe Gospel on the GroundMore from KristiRECOMMENDEDSet sail on an unforgettable cruise through the Mediterranean with Kristi! Learn more at lifeway.com/cruisewithkristi. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Andrea Lennon.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kristi McLelland on Instagram.Learn more about the Titus Bible study at lifeway.com/titus. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible.

Welcome to Session Two of our spring audio Bible study! We're studying The Gospel on the Ground, and we're so excited to join Kristi McLelland for the next seven weeks as she unpacks the life of the early church in the book of Acts and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, always looking outward to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through June 16.In Session 2, we dive into the story of Pentecost in Acts 3 as understood through a Middle Eastern Lens. Kristi expounds on the biblical metaphor comparing the kingdom of God to a mustard seed and the tenacious nature of mustard seed in Israel. She reminds us that much like a mustard seed, the kingdom of God is on the move, growing and spreading out to every tribe, tongue, and nation on earth.LINKSThe Gospel on the GroundMore from KristiRECOMMENDEDGo behind the scenes of the production of The Gospel on the Ground by reading this article on the Lifeway Women Blog. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Andrea Lennon.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kristi McLelland on Instagram.Learn more about the Titus Bible study at lifeway.com/titus. To learn more about Symposium, visit lifeway.com/symposium. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible.

Welcome to Session One of our spring audio Bible study! We're studying The Gospel on the Ground, and we're so excited to join Kristi McLelland for the next seven weeks as unpacks the life of the early church in the book of Acts and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, always looking outward to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through June 16.In this introductory session, Kristi unpacks Acts 1:8 and Jesus's promise that His followers would take the good news of the gospel to the ends of the earth. She also explains the First Century Jewish relationship between the Rabbi and disciple and how Jesus taught His followers to live life the way He did.LINKSThe Gospel on the GroundMore from KristiRECOMMENDEDListen to this episode with Jada Edwards and Kristi McLelland about the types of prayers they taught on in When You Pray.MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Andrea Lennon.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kristi McLelland on Instagram.Learn more about the Titus Bible study at lifeway.com/titus. Starting April 21, join us as we study The Gospel on the Ground by Kristi McLelland! Enter to win the study on the blog. To learn more about Symposium, visit lifeway.com/symposium. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible.

Today we're welcoming back therapist and author Nicole Zazowski to discuss the importance of joy in the Christian faith, the vulnerability associated with embracing joy, and practical tips for cultivating joy in daily life. Nicole shares insights from her study of six women in the Bible, emphasizing the power of celebration and the transformative impact of celebrating God's goodness in our lives.LINKSDaring JoyWhat if It's WonderfulTruthFilledFrom Lost to FoundLamentations 3:21RECOMMENDED: Listen to biblical culturalist Kristi McLelland as she unpacks the life of the early church and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, looking to bring meaning and joy to a world searching for true fulfillment and hope. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women, Hunter Beless, and Courtney Doctor on Instagram.Learn more about the Titus Bible study at lifeway.com/titus. Starting April 21, join us as we study The Gospel on the Ground by Kristi McLelland! Enter to win the study on the blog. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible.

Our friend and brilliant Bible nerd Kristi McLelland is back for another week in Isaiah in our Lent study, He Will Save Us. In this episode, Raechel, Amanda, and Kristi talk about how Isaiah teaches us to experience God's renewal and restoration today as we wait for Him to fully redeem all things when He comes again. Open your Bibles with us this week! This episode corresponds to Week 6 of She Reads Truth's Lent 2025: He Will Save Us reading plan. You can read with the She Reads Truth community on our site, app, or with our He Will Save Us printed or digital Daily Reading Guide.Use code ATTRIBUTES15 for 15% off the Attributes of God Collection at ShopSheReadsTruth.com.She Reads Truth on Instagram & FacebookRaechel Myers on InstagramAmanda Bible Williams on InstagramKristi McLelland on InstagramNewLensBiblicalStudies.comGo to Israel with KristiFeasting on God's Word by Kristi McLelland*If you purchase something through our links, She Reads Truth may earn an affiliate commission.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podscribe - https://podscribe.com/privacy

Jessica Yentzer and Alicia Wong join Andrea and Elizabeth to discuss the importance of planning in women's ministry, emphasizing the need for intentionality and collaboration. You'll hear about their personal experiences serving in ministry, as well as actionable steps for planning and executing effective programs. Plus, they highlight new resources to help plan your year in your women's ministry. LINKSPlan Your Year in Women's MinistryLifeway Women e-NewsletterMinistry to Women e-NewsletterLifeway.com/women Live Free Titus Daring Joy More Than Enough Body & Soul The Way of Wisdom In the Word Feast Going Beyond Live Going Beyond Simulcast Prepare Him Room Advent ResourcesSymposium You Lead TrainingWebinar: How to Navigate Disappointment When Leaders FailLeading Well series Protecting Your Emotional Health as a Leader Building Trust with Your Pastor or Ministry Leader Join us at a Going Beyond Live event with Priscilla Shirer! Learn more at lifeway.com/goingbeyond. Starting April 21, join us as we study The Gospel on the Ground by Kristi McLelland! Enter to win the study on the blog. To learn more about Symposium, visit lifeway.com/symposium. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible.

A lot of changes are happening for Bill that requires moving. As we get ready to move to our new building, Bill is trying to figure out how to move his books. He may want to count how many books he has first to figure out his problem.  Carmen shared some thoughts from her Bible Study, Luke In The Land by Kristi McLelland, on shame and the call of Matthew that may change your perspective as well.  One way that people have changed how they view the stories in the Bible is through...

How do we make women's ministry feel like it's for all generations? Amanda Mejias and Corinne Allen, cohosts of the His Glory, Her Good podcast, join us to talk about how we can bridge the gap between older and younger generations to create a flourishing intergenerational women's ministry. They talk through some of the myths of women's ministry, what barriers there are for younger women coming to small groups, and how we can cast a vision for having a range of ages and voices at the table. LINKSHis Glory Her Good Lifeway Girls Lifeway Teen Girls Bible Studies Dwell on These Things Bible Study for Women and Teen Girls Lifeway Women Events Lifeway Women BlogGenerations ChartRECOMMENDED: Follow along with our series on the Lifeway Women Blog: "What I Wish You Knew About My Generation." Read the first article about Gen Z by Georgia Williams! MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Join us at a Going Beyond Live event with Priscilla Shirer! Learn more at lifeway.com/goingbeyond. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible. Sign up for The Gospel of John online Bible study at lifewaywomen.com/gospelofjohnobs. Learn more about Feast Virtual with Kristi McLelland at lifeway.com/feastvirtual.

Starting March 27, our next online Bible study is The Gospel of John by Melissa Spoelstra! So we thought it would be fun to go back and listen to our conversation with Melissa to prepare for Easter and remember the sacrifice our Savior made. In this conversation, Melissa discusses the Gospel of John's unique aspects and provides a behind-the-scenes look at the writing and filming process of the Bible study. Reflecting on how the Gospel of John has personally marked her, she encourages us all to experience the peace and hope that Jesus offers.SHOW LINKSIsaiah Bible Study The Gospel of John Bible StudyThe Gospel of John Online Bible StudyRECOMMENDED: Sign up for The Gospel of John online Bible study!MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Join us at a Going Beyond Live event with Priscilla Shirer! Learn more at lifeway.com/goingbeyond. To learn more about the Grace Bible for Kids, visit lifeway.com/gracebible. Sign up for The Gospel of John online Bible study at lifewaywomen.com/gospelofjohnobs. Learn more about Feast Virtual with Kristi McLelland at lifeway.com/feastvirtual.

The season of Lent is here, and so is special guest Kristi McLelland! Kristi generously shares her wit and wisdom as we open the first twelve chapters of the book of Isaiah. As we begin the season of Lent together, take our word for it—you don't want to miss the conversation to start the journey. Open your Bibles with us this week! This episode corresponds to Week 1 of She Reads Truth's Lent 2025: He Will Save Us reading plan. You can read with the She Reads Truth community on our site, app, or with our He Will Save Us printed or digital Daily Reading Guide.Big thanks to our episode sponsors!Christian Standard Bible—Preorder a premium version of the She Reads Truth CSB Bible at Lifeway.com/SheReadsTruth.AquaTru—Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier! Just go to AquaTru.com and enter code TRUTH at checkout.Hiya Health—Get 50% off your first order at HiyaHealth.com/truthShe Reads Truth on Instagram & FacebookRaechel Myers on InstagramAmanda Bible Williams on InstagramKristi McLelland on InstagramNewLensBiblicalStudies.comFeasting on God's Word by Kristi McLelland*If you purchase something through our links, She Reads Truth may earn an affiliate commission.

Women are bombarded with seemingly positive messages—you're enough; you are perfect just the way you are; you're worthy. But our internal voice often tells us the opposite—you will never be enough, you are broken, you are not worthy. Bethany Broderick joins us on the MARKED Podcast to talk about how Jesus and the gospel upend both kinds of messages for us. Learn how your life will look different once you trade shame and striving for wholeness in Christ. LINKSPerfected: Trading Shame and Striving for Wholeness in Christ Bethany's blog Hebrews 10:14 RECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode with Mary Margaret West on living a life made worthy by Jesus. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Join us at a Going Beyond Live event with Priscilla Shirer! Learn more at lifeway.com/goingbeyond. Sign up for The Gospel of John online Bible study at lifewaywomen.com/gospelofjohnobs. Learn more about Feast Virtual with Kristi McLelland at lifeway.com/feastvirtual.

We always love talking with Elizabeth Woodson! In today's episode, we discuss freedom in Christ as explored in the book of Galatians. Elizabeth emphasizes how we can live out the abundant life that Christ offers, both individually and within the church community. Thanks for listening! LINKSMARKED Academy Miniseries on YouTube Live Free Bible Study Other Resources from Elizabeth Woodson  Lifeway Women Academy Dallas Theological SeminaryRECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode with Elizabeth Woodson discussing how Scripture forms one unified narrative. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Learn more about the Heaven Bible study at lifeway.com/heaven. Learn more about Feast Virtual with Kristi McLelland at lifeway.com/feastvirtual. Learn more about Kelly Minter's Bible study on the book of Esther at lifeway.com/estherstudy.

We may often think that ethics is a very academic term, something that scholars and PhD students study rather than something that always applies to the everyday person. But Lauren McAfee joins us today to talk about what ethics has to do with living out the Christian faith and how we can establish a personal framework for answering ethical questions. Thanks for listening! LINKSLiving out the Christian Faith: Ethics 101 Lifeway Women Academy Stand for Life Stand for Life Small Group CurriculumBooks by Lauren Previous MARKED Podcast episode with Lauren (2023)Previous MARKED Podcast episode with Lauren (2017)RECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode with Eunice Chung on how to grow in Christlikeness. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Learn more about the Heaven Bible study at lifeway.com/heaven. Learn more about Feast Virtual with Kristi McLelland at lifeway.com/feastvirtual. Learn more about Kelly Minter's Bible study on the book of Esther at lifeway.com/estherstudy.

In this special "Galentine's Day" episode of the MARKED Podcast, we're diving into the beauty and significance of biblical friendship that is rooted in Christ's love. With Heather Johnson and Faith Grosshans, we'll explore how to foster deep, meaningful connections that reflect God's heart for us, and why friendships are so crucial in ministry and the body of Christ. LINKSNOBTS—Thrive Ministry Woodridge Baptist Church You Lead Webinar on friendship You Lead Webinar playlist Lifeway Women Blog Lifeway Women YouTube RECOMMENDED: Save our four free Galentine's Day cards to give to your bffs this week!MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Andrea Lennon and Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Learn more about the Heaven Bible study at lifeway.com/heaven. Learn more about Feast Virtual with Kristi McLelland at lifeway.com/feastvirtual. Learn more about Kelly Minter's Bible study on the book of Esther at lifeway.com/estherstudy.

You don't have to be a scholar or theologian to share God's Word with others! If meeting Jesus has changed your life, then your story needs to be told. We get to partner with the Holy Spirit to share the Gospel! He does the work; we need only be willing! In this conversation, Sheila Walsh, Kristi McLelland, Faith Eury Cho, Donna Pisani, and Tara Beth Leach talk about how to share God's truth with love and confidence. ---------  Catch up on previous conversations in our series on the power of God's Word: 1. Trusting God's Word 2. Guided by God's Word 3. How to Pray God's Word 4. Transformed by God's Word ---------  Want to go deeper? Check out this blog on 7 Resources to Answer Your Questions About the Bible. --------- Do you want more Better Together? We have1000+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on TBN+   --------  Join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok    ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you feeling stuck? Spending time in God's Word transforms our minds, heals our hearts, and reignites our faith. When we face life's storms, His Word is the most solid foundation and the brightest light in the darkness. Today on the podcast, Sheila Walsh, Kristi McLelland, Faith Eury Cho, Donna Pisani, and Tara Beth Leach share how our wilderness seasons can lead to a deeper understanding of God's Word and life-long transformation. ---------  Catch up on previous conversations in our series on the power of God's Word: 1. Trusting God's Word 2. Guided by God's Word 3. How to Pray God's Word Come back next week for a powerful discussion on how to share God's Word with your friends, family, and community. ---------  Want to go deeper? Check out this blog on 7 Resources to Answer Your Questions About the Bible. --------- Do you want more Better Together? We have1000+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on TBN+   --------  Join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok    ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ALL of God's promises are "YES" and "AMEN"! When our prayers align with God's Word, we open the door to deeper understanding and exponential spiritual growth. In His presence, we find peace and joy amid any circumstance. In this conversation, Sheila Walsh, Kristi McLelland, Faith Eury Cho, Donna Pisani, and Tara Beth Leach discuss the power of aligning our prayers with God's Word! ---------  Catch up on previous conversations in our series on the power of God's Word: 1. Trusting God's Word 2. Guided by God's Word Come back next week for a powerful discussion on how God's Word transforms us. ---------  Want to go deeper? Check out this blog on 7 Resources to Answer Your Questions About the Bible. --------- Do you want more Better Together? We have1000+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on TBN+   --------  Join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok    ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you want to hear from God? Isaiah 30:21 explains the power of receiving direction from God, "...your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, 'This is the way; walk in it.'" As we spend time in God's Word, we learn how to discern His voice and follow His plan. Join Sheila Walsh, Kristi McLelland, Faith Eury Cho, Donna Pisani, and Tara Beth Leach as we discuss how to receive wisdom and guidance from the Word of God! ---------  As we wait for the next conversation in this series, catch up on last week's episode, Trusting God's Word. ---------  Want to go deeper? Check out this blog on 7 Resources to Answer Your Questions About the Bible. --------- Do you want more Better Together? We have1000+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on TBN+   --------  Join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok    ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can TRUST the BIBLE! Every time we encounter God's truth, we are forever changed. The Bible is God's love letter to us. Every page has the power to renew our minds and transform our hearts. In this conversation, Sheila Walsh, Kristi McLelland, Faith Eury Cho, Donna Pisani, and Tara Beth Leach share personal stories of transformation and falling in love with God's Word! ---------  Come back next week as we continue this conversation and discuss how God's Word guides our lives. ---------  Want to go deeper? Check out this blog on 7 Resources to Answer Your Questions About the Bible. --------- Do you want more Better Together? We have1000+ conversations available! Start watching now for free on TBN+   --------  Join our community on Instagram // Facebook // YouTube // TikTok    ---------  Better Together is TBN's first daily original program made by women for women! We discuss faith, family, friends, and so much more—no topic is off-limits. Find out what happens when real friends get together for real conversations!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I'm joined by my guest Kristi McLelland to talk about Hanukkah and its significance in Christianity. Have you ever read the Bible through a Middle Eastern lens? Let's talk about the meaning of Hanukkah and the birth of Jesus in this episode. Connect with us! Website: https://www.pzazzonline.com/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/pzazzartstudio Instagram- www.instagram.com/pzazzartstudio  Text us: 1-334-249-1818

Spiritual formation is not a new term by any means, but it is one that we're hearing more often these days. A wide range of things point to growing in Christlikeness, so we invited Eunice Chung on the podcast to talk about how art and the Christian imagination, as well as some of the spiritual disciplines, point to growing in Christlikeness. LINKS:Lifeway Women Academy New Testament Survey course How to Grow in Christlikeness: Spiritual Formation 101 courseLiberty University School of DivinityPilgrim's Progress Jane Eyre East of Eden The Israel Museum Encountering God Bible study RECOMMENDED: Check out Symposium! A Biblical training event for women by Lifeway Women Academy. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Eunice Chung on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about the Joy to the World Advent Bible study at lifeway.com/joytotheworld. Learn more about the Prepare Him Room virtual event at lifeway.com/preparehimroom. To learn more about the Luke in the Land Bible study by Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/lukeintheland.

We often approach the Bible like an instruction manual for living our lives, reading it primarily with ourselves in mind and viewing it through the lens of our current culture. But what if we read Scripture differently—through the Middle Eastern lens in which the Bible was originally written and understood? Well, today's guest, professor and biblical culturalist Kristi McLelland, highlights the importance of the historical, cultural, geographic, and linguistic contexts of Scripture. She'll explain how the Bible is a timeless, transformational story with one cohesive storyline, helping you make sense of what you're reading. Plus, she'll encourage you to approach God's Word not just to learn something, but to encounter someone. The result is an encounter with the living God in a way you may not have experienced before. The Bible is about to be transformed from black and white to vivid color, so let's go! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/315 Read the episode TRANSCRIPT in the show notes. Get my weekly email, Java with Jennifer, to be notified when a new podcast episode releases. Subscribe HERE.

We are so excited to share our 2025 Lifeway Women Event lineup with you! Catherine Inman and Mickey Pitts from our Lifeway Women events team join Elizabeth to share what's coming up next year, including a brand-new event with Jen Wilkin. You'll learn more about how you can incorporate these events into your women's ministry calendars, as well as hear personal stories from Catherine and Mickey about how women's events have marked them. LINKSLifeway Women Events LineupWar Room movie Lifeway Women map Joy to the World Advent Bible Study Book Luke in the Land Bible Study Book Lifeway Women AcademyLIVE EVENTSGoing Beyond Live with Priscilla ShirerFeast with Kristi McLelland In the Word with Jen WilkinDIGITAL EVENTSGoing Beyond SimulcastPrepare Him RoomTRAINING EVENTSYou LeadEssentialsWomen's Leadership Forum Women's Ministry You Lead WebinarsSymposium RECOMMENDED: We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about the Joy to the World Advent Bible study at lifeway.com/joytotheworld. Learn more about the Prepare Him Room virtual event at lifeway.com/preparehimroom. To learn more about the Luke in the Land Bible study by Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/lukeintheland.

We know it's only September, but we have two resources for Advent that we just can't wait to share with you! Jennifer Rothschild and Ellie Holcomb join us to talk about the Prepare Him Room Virtual Event and the Joy to the World Bible Study Book. Listen in as we prepare our hearts for Advent this year and learn more about resources you can plan to use during the Christmas season with your women's ministry, small group, or at home. LINKS:Prepare Him Room Virtual EventHeaven Bible StudyMore from Jennifer RothschildJoy to the World Bible studySounding JoyMore from Ellie HolcombBehold the Lamb of God by Russ RamseyRECOMMENDEDRead an excerpt from the Joy to the World Bible Study Book. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women, Jennifer Rothschild, and Ellie Holcomb 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 order your copy of The Joy of the Trinity, go to lifeway.com. Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation.

Last year at Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum, Elizabeth and Kelly asked different women's ministry leaders the question, “How has God's faithfulness marked you in your ministry?” Julie Woodruff came into the podcast studio to listen back to those clips and also share how God's faithfulness has marked her in her own ministry. We loved hearing these leaders' testimonies of God's faithfulness in their lives.  You can see Julie, along with Jen Wilkin, Kelly Minter, Elizabeth Woodson, and Steve Cuss, at Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum this year on November 7–8. Learn more at lifeway.com/forum. LINKSLifeway Women's Leadership Forum Lifeway Women Blog Long Hollow Church Taking Responsibility for the Choices We Make Celebrate Recovery Revive Our Hearts Grounded PodcastShe Shall Be Called Midwestern Seminary Union University Digging In Podcast Send Network RECOMMENDEDListen in on one of our panels from Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum in 2023! Kelly King, Becky Loyd, and Anne Harrison discuss the results of the in-depth study Lifeway Research conducted on the state of ministry to women.MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Julie Woodruff.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women 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 order your copy of The Joy of the Trinity, go to lifeway.com. Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation.

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.

In this episode of the MARKED Podcast, Priscilla Shirer shares the behind the scenes of the making of The Forge movie with the Kendrick Brothers. We discuss with her how Christian films have a unique opportunity to share the gospel by reaching people who may not engage with traditional forms of ministry. Priscilla highlights the collaborative and prayerful nature of the Kendrick Brothers' film sets and shares how prayer has marked her life and the legacy it leaves for future generations.LINKSI Surrender All BookThe Forge MovieThe Forge Bible Study and Other Discipleship ResourcesGoing Beyond Live Going Beyond Simulcast Lifeway FilmsWar Room MovieRECOMMENDEDRead an excerpt from I Surrender All on the Lifeway Women blog.  MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Ryan Grow.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Priscilla Shirer 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.

Learn more about the Gospel of Luke as we talk with Kristi McLelland about the significance of studying this Gospel in its historical, cultural, and geographical context. She highlights the storytelling prowess of Luke and emphasizes that the hope for her newest Bible study, Luke in the Land, is to invite participants to experience the heart of the Father through the stories of Jesus. LINKSLuke in the Land Bible StudyGo Behind the Scenes with Kristi McLelland in Israel (MARKED episode)Other Resources from Kristi McLellandRECOMMENDEDRead an excerpt from the Luke in the Land Bible study by Kristi McLelland 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 Kristi McLelland 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. Visit lifeway.com/comehome to pre-buy the Come Home teen girls' Bible study.

We loved this conversation with Jen Wilkin as she shared more about the making of her new Bible study on the book of Revelation. Laura Magness, the content editor of the study, joins us as a special guest cohost and offers her thoughts on their research process and the value of studying Revelation from a variety of perspectives. You won't want to miss this episode as we cover everything from the importance of biblical literacy to how we can address the divisiveness surrounding Revelation and still study it with others.  LINKSRevelation Bible Study by Jen WilkinRevelation: Four Views, A Parallel Commentary by Steve GreggRevelation: A Shorter Commentary by G. K. BealeRECOMMENDEDRead this article from Jen Wilkin about the importance of biblical literacy on lifewaywomen.com.  MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Laura Magness.ABOUT JEN WILKINJen Wilkin is an author and Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. She has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts. Her passion is to see others become articulate and committed followers of Christ, with a clear understanding of why they believe what they believe, grounded in the Word of God. Jen is the author of Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands, Women of the Word, None Like Him, In His Image, and Bible studies exploring the Sermon on the Mount and the books of Genesis, Exodus, Hebrews, 1 Peter, and 1, 2, and 3 John. You can find her at jenwilkin.net.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Jen Wilkin on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation. To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy.

Welcome to Session Seven of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. We'll leave the audio up for all seven teaching sessions through August 5.Kelly closes the study by focusing on how we are to engage with each other in the body of Christ. She unpacks a passage in Colossians 3 to emphasize that as the holy, chosen, called-out people of God we are to display to each other, and also to the world, the same character of love and grace that Jesus has expressed to us.LINKSEncountering God Bible StudyRuth Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Bible StudyLifeway Women LiveLifeway Women's Leadership ForumRECOMMENDEDCheck out our upcoming online Bible studies! Starting in October, we're studying Dwell on These Things by Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz. Join us!MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation. To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy.

Welcome to Session Six of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through August 5.Kelly challenges to simplify our lives in Session 6. She walks us through Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6 to remind us that we are to be laying up heavenly treasure rather than earthly treasure. She calls us to orient our lives around what really matters, to turn our focus away from what we think we need to what we really need, so that we're free to give, serve, and love as Jesus calls us to.LINKSEncountering God Bible StudyRuth Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Bible StudyLifeway Women LiveLifeway Women's Leadership ForumRECOMMENDEDCheck out four delicious recipes from Kelly's cookbook, A Place at the Table. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram.Check out other podcasts in the Lifeway Podcasts Network. We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation. To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy.

Welcome to Session Five of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through August 5.Quieting our hearts before God is the theme for this week of study, with Kelly focusing the Session 5 video teaching on Scripture meditation. She clarifies that this kind of meditation is not emptying our minds, but filling them with the Word of God and the presence of the Spirit. She challenges us to get past the distraction of our devices and busyness of our schedules to be still before the Lord and soak in His Word.LINKSEncountering God Bible StudyRuth Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Bible StudyLifeway Women LiveLifeway Women's Leadership ForumRECOMMENDED"Get to Know" Kelly better by reading this fun Q&A on the Lifeway Women blog. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram.Check out other podcasts in the Lifeway Podcasts Network. We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation. To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy.

Welcome to Session Four of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through August 5.In Session Four, Kelly unpacks the story of the woman who washes Jesus feet with her tears in Luke 7 to teach us about the discipline of worship. She emphasizes that like the woman in the story, we are to passionately worship Jesus with all that we are and have. Even in the midst of our pain, we are to recognize who He is and express our love to Him.LINKSEncountering God Bible StudyRuth Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Bible StudyLifeway Women LiveLifeway Women's Leadership ForumRECOMMENDEDKelly teaches us how we can become better acquainted with the spiritual disciplines by learning what the Bible has to say about them in this article. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram. Check out other podcasts in the Lifeway Podcasts Network. We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy. To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation.

Hey friends! It's the sweet summer and we are bringing you new amazing episodes from the Lifeway Podcast Network! These episodes have specifically been chosen for YOU and we know you're going to love today's show with Kristi McLelland and the ladies from His Glory Her Good. Last September, a team from Lifeway went to Israel with Krisi to record video teachings for her new bible study Luke in the Land. While the trip was an incredible experience, behind the scenes Kristi wrestled with the Lord, especially when the events in Israel on October 7th took place. On today's show, Kristi shares what God taught her through all of that and challenges us to put our "yes" on the table and walk in obedience when God calls. We hope this episode encourages you to walk in surrender to a good and trustworthy God. His Glory, Her Good was designed specifically for women serving in student ministry. Through this podcast, you'll find two new friends who want to partner with you in student ministry, equip you in your calling, and encourage you to press on. His Glory Her Good is committed to bringing authentic and meaningful conversations to remind you that God is at work through your calling, for your good, for the good of the girls you serve, and for His glory. Thanks for listening and sharing with a friend! SHOW LINKS: -Connect with Angie -Connect with Kristi McLelland-Luke in the Land-His Glory Her Good

Happy summer friends!One of my favorite things on the planet is introducing my favorite people to my favorite people.  That's exactly what I've decided to spend my summer doing!  We start this week with another podcast from Lifeway called MARKED.  Hosted by my friends, Elizabeth Hyndman and Kelly King, we chat with Anne Harrison & shares how she offered a summer Bible study through her church's women's ministry that turned into a community-wide summer study. This past summer, over 250 women in her community walked through When You Pray together in their homes. What a picture of unity in a community! Listen in for the full story and for helpful tips on how you can do this, too. SHOW LINKS"How to Plan a Bible Study for Your Community" blog postWhen You Pray Bible StudyLifeway Women Leadership TrainingForumYou Lead WebinarsLifeway Women Academy Practical Ministry CourseJesus and Women Bible StudyThe Gospel on the Ground Bible StudyMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Listen in to one of our panels from Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum! Kelly King, Becky Loyd, and Anne Harrison discuss the results of the in-depth study Lifeway Research conducted on the state of ministry to women.Join us on MARKED for our summer Bible study, Encountering God, starting June 10. You can get your Bible study at lifeway.com/encounteringgod.Take our survey to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with great resources for diving into God's Word. To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast.

Due to an unexpected crisis, Jamie will be delaying her book publicity and tour. She will also be taking a break from social media, public appearances, and recording podcasts until she has had time to process, discern, and recover. The best way you can show Jamie your love and support is to listen to these pre-recorded shows and share with a friend.Research shows that over 80% of homes in America own a Bible, but less than 10% of Americans read the Bible regularly.  Too often we allow our lack of understanding stand in the way of experiencing the living and moving Word of God. On today's show Kristi McClelland shares with us how we can be like rivers, not lakes, and how the world needs both diggers and haulers of God's word! Kristi McLelland is a professor, speaker and author of Rediscovering Israel. She teaches the Bible in its historical, cultural, geographic, and linguistic contexts. Kristi leads biblical study trips to Israel, helping Westerners discover the Bible within the context in which it was written.We're certain this episode is going to inspire you to dig into God's word to learn more. Check out the links in the show notes for ways you can do that! Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! SHOW LINKS:Rediscovering IsraelJesusUnveling the Kingdom of Heaven Kerygma ConferenceCONNECT with Jamie