Grow in Grace Podcast

Join Kristen and Shanna as they talk with Brittany Allen about the goodness of God through suffering. Brittany is a friend of Kristen's and an incredible writer. Find more of her words on her website  https://brittleeallen.com

We are throwing it back this week to an episode we did last year when we talked to Jen Wilkin about Bible literacy. 

Join Shanna and Kristen as they discuss the latest research on the State of Theology in the Evangelical Church.   Resources: The State of Theology Research New City Catechism Heidelberg Catechism Westminster Shorter Catechism

Women of the Word Scripture Journal   - Can be bought in a set or individually  The Daily Grace Co. Bible Studies Jen Wilkin Bible Studies

We made it to the end of our Doctrine series! Its been a good series and we end with one of the more hotly debated doctrines, the doctrine of last things. Join Kristen and Shanna as they talk through what is to come. Three Views on the Millennium and Beyond - Darrell Bock “Revelation 1-11” The Bible Project “Revelation 12-22” The Bible Project “The Last Battle” by C.S. Lewis Kingdom Come - Sam Sto...

This is an episode just dedicated to catching up with everything that has happened in the last month and a half since we last recorded. If you're not interested in our lives, you can skip this one and we won't be upset. Just don't tell us you skipped it! Our store for all the pretty things: https://grow-in-grace-podcast.myshopify.com

Another episode of guest hosts and this week we have Anthony and Michael from the Beers & Bible podcast. Did we give them a controversial topic? Yup we sure did! But we know they have handled it well and with grace. After you listen to this episode, go over and listen to their other episodes and subscribe. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beers-bible-podcast/id1474373753 Resources mention...

It's our very first guest hosts taking over the Grow in Grace podcast. Listen to Jon and James as they discuss the theology of the church. Then head on over to their podcast and give them a listen and subscribe! https://4freedompodcast.com

Hang on for this one! Kyle Worley is a guest on this episode as we talk about our union with Christ: what it means, what it entails and how it impacts how we live our lives. Scripture mentioned: Ephesians 1:1-14 Resources : J-Curve: Dying and Rising with Jesus in Everyday Life - Paul Miller

Does anyone really read these descriptions? How much thought should I put into these? If you read these, let us know at growingracepodcast318@gmail.com Anyways, join Kristen and Shanna as they discuss the doctrine of the Holy Spirit and they talk about how they differ on whether the apostolic (sign) gifts are still active today. Resources: Cessationist Resources: Why I Am a Cessationist - Tom Schr...

Join us on a bit of a different episode as we talk about grief, helpful and unhelpful things people say while interacting with the grieving and what we have learned through our grief.

Buckle up, it's a long one. We are back and do a lot of talking about life, Christology and Soteriology.  Soteriology - We believe that salvation is by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone.  Verses mentioned: Gen 3:15, Heb 9:28

Are we born essentially good? Is sin just a learned/mimicked behavior or are we born sinners? Join Kristen and Shanna as they delve into and discuss the doctrine of sin. Stay tuned to the very end to hear two super cute guests! Doctrine of Sin - Humanity, by nature and apart from Christ, is broken by sin, declared unrighteous, separated from God, under the judgment of God against sin, and destined...

After 25 episodes, we finally have our first male guest on the show! Join Kristen and Shanna as they chat with Nathan Cravatt about the doctrine of humanity, what it means to be made in the image of God and how that should impact our every day interactions.

In today's episode, we talk about the doctrine of creation and providence.  Doctrine of revelation: We believe that the Bible is authoritative and without error. It is perfectly trustworthy because we have a perfectly trustworthy God. Doctrine of Creation and Providence: We believe that God created the world from nothing and governs all things at all times in all places. Scriptures mentioned:...

Season 2 is starting off with a great topic about the Doctrine of Revelation. How does God reveal Himself to us and why do we take the Bible as the ultimate authority in our lives? Kristen and Shanna discuss this in this episode as well as discussing the Bible Recap Bible reading plan they have been doing. If you'd like to join us in reading the Bible chronologically this year, you can join h...

It's season 2 and we kick it off with a pretty large announcement. We also discuss the direction that we anticipate season 2 taking and talk about why Christians neglect studying theology.  If you'd like to join us in reading the Bible chronologically this year, you can join here:  https://bible.com/p/55879249/3ec64d671cec42fadad5247521d116d7 Our store for all the pretty things: https://...

Scripture to read: Luke 21:27-28 2 Peter 3:8-14 Songs suggested: In Christ Alone Look and See You Hold Me Now.  Reflection:  Re-read 2 Peter 3:8-14. What stands out to you in this passage and why? What questions does it leave you with? How does your life reflect your belief that Jesus will return? Is it something you think about and long for? What do you think of when you hear or read the words “b...

Scripture to read: Matthew 2:1-12 Songs suggested: Joy to the World O Come, All Ye Faithful Go! Tell it on the Mountain We Three Kings Reflection:  Look up Psalms 86:9. What promise do you see in this verse? What reassurance does the story of the Magi give us about spreading the gospel? How should the story challenge us as those who are called to tell the Good News? What common reasons do Christia...

Scripture to read: Luke 2:8-20 Romans 10:14-15 Reflection:  How did you first hear the gospel? Who told you, and how did you respond? God does not need messengers to communicate His gospel. Why do you think He charged the shepherds with sharing the Good News of Jesus’ birth? Why do you think He charges us with sharing the Good News of salvation?  Did sharing the news of Jesus’ birth feel like a bu...

Reflection:  Consider the prophecies from Isaiah 9:1-7 and Miach 5:2. How do you see these fulfilled in Jesus’ birth? Think about the circumstances that led Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem. What do they show you about God’s sovereignty? What promises has God already fulfilled in your life? How do you keep the memory of His faithfulness fresh?  What promises of God are you waiting to see fulfilled? Ho...

Join Shanna and Kristen this week as we kick off our new series through the time of Advent. You'll get a new mini episode every week through December. We hope you enjoy this time of celebrating Advent with us. Scripture to read: Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 9:1-7 Reflection Questions:  Consider Israel’s long wait for the Savior to come. How do you think God’s people fought against doubt, discourageme...

This episode, Kristen and Shanna discuss the For the Sake of the Gospel Conference as well as answer a few frequently asked questions by you, our listeners.

Have you ever been to a point where you have questioned who you are? In this episode, Shanna and Kristen discuss our identities: where we often find our identities, and who we should ultimately be finding our identity in.  Resources: Who God Says You Are: A Christian Understanding of Identity. - Klyne Snodgrass Union with Christ - Rankin Wilbourne

As a follow-up to our last episode about Legalism and the law, Shanna and Kristen had the opportunity to be interviewed by another podcast in the RFP Network, 4-Freedom. It was a great time talking to Jon and James and we hope you enjoy the discussion about our experience with legalism, but more importantly how grace has healed those hurts. If you enjoy the guys over at 4-Freedom, subscribe to the...