Kindled Podcast | Truth and Grace, Boldly

Doreen Virtue joins me today to discuss the beliefs and theology of "the divine feminine." This ideology and new age belief is flooding social media feeds these days, often in subtle ways. We discuss what Christian women need to know, how it shows up and why it goes against God's word and His good plan and design for women. SPONSORS ⁠⁠ Seven Weeks Coffee ⁠⁠ - KINDLED10 for 10% off ⁠⁠...

Continuing the conversation on the theology of John Mark Comer - specifically his teachings on contemplative spirituality. To learn more about the Contemplative Spirituality movement, check out my 2-part series with Marcia here and here . SPONSORS: ⁠ Seven Weeks Coffee ⁠ - KINDLED10 for 10% off ⁠ Ovarium Conception ⁠⁠⁠ - use code KINDLED for 10% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠We Heart Nutrition⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ - use code KINDL...

John Mark Comer, Teacher with Practicing The Way, Founding Pastor of Bridgetown Church and author is one of the most influential Christian teachers of this generation. But what are the influences that have shaped HIS theology? This is worth looking into and Marcia Montenegro joins me to do just that. Marcia has written several in-depth articles sourcing content from John Mark's own words and w...

Worldview. It's something we all know is there - being formed whether we intentionally shape it in our children or not. And we know/want to do it - but sometimes we need direction! Where to begin? Today's guest, Elizabeth Urbanowicz, specializes in helping parents do just that through her curriculum Foundation: Worldview. You will love this conversation as it is filled with much practical...

Join me as I chat with Mystie Winckler as she helps us understand the reality that we can learn to love what must be done in our homes. Mystie helps women learn to love to be homemakers - something that is foreign to many of us or that we may have never even been taught as young women. I am so encouraged by Mystie's teachings and I know you will be too! Mystie's website: https://simplyconv...

Today I'm chatting with Korrie Johnson of Good Book Mom about how we can make a difference in our local library! A great and challenging episode for those of us who don't love the library - but for those who do, you'll enjoy it as well! Good Book Mom SPONSORS ⁠We Heart Nutrition⁠⁠ - use code KINDLED for 20% off ⁠⁠Alongside Them ⁠⁠ - use code KINDLED5 for $5 off

Today, I'm discussing how conservatives have caved on abortion in recent days. I have Rachel Reeves of Here are the Headlines and Ben Zeisloft, Editor of the Republic Sentinel on to discuss this big development and react to the ever-changing stance of "pro life republicans." SPONSORS ⁠We Heart Nutrition⁠ - use code KINDLED for 20% off ⁠Alongside Them ⁠ - use code KINDLED5 for $5 off

Former prophetess in the NAR Dawn Hill joins us today to explain how the New Apostolic Reformation departs from biblical truth, just what deliverance ministries are all about and so much more. You'll learn a ton and be sharpened by Dawn's powerful testimony of coming to saving faith in Jesus Christ! SPONSORS We Heart Nutrition - use code KINDLED for 20% off Alongside Them - use code KINDLE...

TRAIN YOURSELF. EQUIP YOUR KIDS. That's the saying at Mama Bear Apologetics. Today's conversation is with Hillary Morgan Ferrer, founder of the ministry and organization that is equipping moms to train themselves and their kids. We discuss how to discuss complex topics with our kids including homosexuality, pronouns, the image of God in human beings, when people DON'T bring God glory w...

Is the idea of pain-free birth biblical? Should women pursue it? How can Christian women keep their mind centered on biblical truth in an age of so many new-age and secular teachings around birth aimed and targeted at Christian audiences? I chat with certified CBE and doula coach Brittany McCardle, founder of The Biblical Birth School. Brittany trains women how to be Doulas - from a biblical world...

This conversation is an overview of IF Gathering. As someone who used to watch it yearly and learn from all the teachers the event platformed, I am passionate about sharing my story with it as well as concerns for the types of speakers and teachers that take the stage each year. This episode will help Christians to discern whether it is something they want to attend or take part in. Sponsor: W2 Be...

What are the differences between Mormonism and Christianity and how can we engage those in the LDS Church with the gospel? That's the conversation I'm having today with Executive Director of All Things All People, Jeremy Jenkins. With decades of experience of sharing the gospel with people of all religions, Jeremy clearly communicates the differences between the doctrines of the LDS church...

We are the first generation raising kids that are growing up as digital natives: people who have never known a world not *inundated* with screens. What are the implications of that? The ditches on either side of the road of trying to approach and use technology in a healthy way? That's the conversation I dive into with Krista Boan, author of Well Framed and expert on screen use in children and...

What does it mean to be created in God's image? How ahs the fall affected this image? Who are the people of God? Join us as I explore these questions and more with Dr. Benjamin Gladd. He unpacks how we can read scripture through a biblical theological lens from Genesis to Revelation and allow scripture to interpret scripture when it comes to questions like this. Truly fascinating. You'll l...

If you follow me on IG, you are probably aware that we are pulling out of our private Christian school and homeschooling after Christmas. It has been a journey and I wanted to share this mostly for my own sake to remember my WHY when it inevitably gets hard. Hard is not the same thing as bad! And there will also be so much good. But I know that it will not be an "easy" task by any means,...

Dr. Rhenn Cherry joins me today to discuss the theology behind the enneagram and dissect whether that underlying theology is consistent with a biblcal view of God, man, sin and salvation. This is a don't-miss! Sponsors W2 Beef Co Sign up for our HUGE giveaway of free meat (50 pounds)! When you sign up, you also get the chance to learn about our farm, our family, and why we do what we do! For b...

Shawna Holman of A Little Less Toxic shares her story of finding out what was in her food and making changes for her family, we discuss the ditches to avoid on both sides of the "clean living" conversation and how to approach it from a Christian perspective! Buy Shawna's Book here: https://a.co/d/ajgvkp8 Sponsors Fiercely Penned Journals - Use coupon code kindled15 for 15% off your p...

We had so much fun in part 1 I brought her back for part 2! Is college essential for everyone? How do I teach my kid to think critically? This and more in today's conversation with Alicia Hutchinson. SPONSORS We Heart Nutrition Visit WeHeartNutrition.com | Use code KINDLED for 20% off your first order! Good Book Mom Visit GoodBookMom.com to see everything that comes with membership, including...

Considering homeschooling? Listen to this. Needing encouragement or advice on your homeschooling journey? Listen to this. Want to hear two moms (one a current homeschool mom, one a former homeschooler) discuss the good, hard and beautiful of homeschooling? Listen to this. Alicia Hutchinson, veteran homeschool mom of 16 years, has so much encouragement and wisdom to share! I could have talked to he...

How did an ideology arise that condemns masculinity as dangerous and destructive? Bestselling author Nancy Pearcey has a knack for tackling the tough issues of our day. Nancy joins us to share what a positive, healthy, biblical view of masculinity is contrasted against the cultural belief that masculinity is toxic. Sponsors Use code HALEY for $5 off your annual membership at  goodbookmom.com . Vis...

Genesis is central to our faith as Christians. It's even foundational to addressing challenges to our faith on issues like gender, racism and social justice. Avery Foley, a writer and speaker for Answers in Genesis, and I discuss. SPONSORS Good Book Mom Use code HALEY for $5 off your annual membership at goodbookmom.com . Visit GoodBookMom.com to see everything that comes with membership, incl...

Cheryl's story continues as she shares what happened after she realized she no longer believed the teachings and doctrines of the LDS Church. Further, we contrast some of the core doctrines and teachings of Mormonism as compared with the teachings of the Bible. We also discuss the trend of Mormon influencers and how they have come to such influence, affluence and what Christian women who follo...

Today I am sharing the testimony of Cheryl Van Wagenen, who was raised in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and became a born again believer in 2021. Cheryl shares how she discovered discrepancies in the teachings of the church as compared with the holy scriptures in the Bible, how God drew her against all odds and how it lifted the burden of pursuing perfection and believing in a fa...

Join us for a fascinating conversation with ACBC certified counselor Dr. Ernie Baker, Pastor of Counseling Supervision and Equipping. We'll discuss trauma-informed care from a biblical worldview and the issues with approaching trauma from any other worldview than one rooted in God's word as our authority. Dr. Baker has been in ministry for 41 years as a pastor in Virginia and as a professo...

Join us for a comparison and contrasting of biblical counseling with secular psychology and then listen as Pastor Seth Leeman of Noblesville Baptist Church explains the unbiblical and false foundation of the sexual identity construct. Pastor Leeman is conducting his PhD studies at Midwestern Seminary with a focus on biblical counseling. He brings a wealth of information to help us unpack and decon...