Let It Shine with Angie Elkins

Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever longed to see beauty as more than skin deep and to embrace its role in strengthening your faith, this episode will inspire you to open your heart and eyes to the divine artistry all around you. In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode, Angie Elkins and Dr. Elaina Barron explore the profound connection between beauty and spirituality. Together, they uncover ho...

Send us Fan Mail Are you feeling burnt out? Are you wishing life could slow dow? Are you embracing your God-given authority over your life, or just trying to keep up with the demands? In this empowering episode, Angie Elkins and Nikki Ogden dive into the biblical concept of dominion, exploring what it means for Christian women to fully embrace the authority God has given them over their lives, sch...

Send us Fan Mail Can grief and joy really coexist in a life of faith? What if lament was actually a pathway to a deeper trust in God? On today's show, Illuminator Stacey Thacker, and Angie Elkins, discuss the vital role of grief and lament in our relationship with God. They share personal stories of loss and reveal how the process of lamenting has been essential for them in navigating pain. T...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode, Angie, Bri, and Nikki dive deep into the essence of biblical hospitality. Together, they explore hospitality's roots, breaking down common misconceptions and reflecting on how vulnerability can create truly welcoming spaces. The conversation shines a light on the struggles with perfectionism, managing political divides, and the deep desire for authe...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a fun, faith-filled episode where we dive deep into real life with Amy Peterson! She’s sharing her incredible journey of sanctification and how God has been shaping her through all kinds of tough stuff—like moving to a new state, dealing with her son’s injuries, and learning the art of letting go. From the challenges of parenting to finding her identity as a pastor’s...

Send us Fan Mail  Community can be beautiful, messy, and always crucial to being part of the body of Christ. On today's show we’re diving into the heart of community and the beauty of staying rooted and connected, even when it's tough. By sharing their personal experiences, Nikki Ogden and Angie Elkins open up about their personal experiences with church and long-term friendships, sharin...

Send us Fan Mail Prayer is one of the most powerful and intimate ways we connect with God, but it’s also something many of us struggle with. Are you longing for a deeper prayer life? Do you sometimes feel like you're not doing it "right" or that your prayers aren't being heard? You’re not alone!  In this episode, illuminator Stacey Thacker and host Angie Elkins, are breaking do...

Send us Fan Mail Hey friends! As we are working towards sanctification and producing holy habits in our life, we can't start that conversation without talking about spiritual formation, and what better person to have that conversation with than Spiritual Formation Director, Dr. Elaina Barron! Elaina is a certified spiritual director who offers soul care and discipleship to women around the wo...

Send us Fan Mail We are SO excited to be back for season two of Let It Shine. A podcast where we dive deep into self-help vs. sanctification! This season we are focusing on spiritual disciplines, or what we like to call, "Holy Habits." Illuminators for this season are Dr. Elaina Barron, Stacey Thacker, and Nikki Ogden.  Along with these three recurring voices, you'll hear some amazi...

Send us Fan Mail Hey friends! We hope you enjoyed this summer of cross-over episodes from some of our favirote shows on the Lifeway Podcast Network. Today we are featuring our last one with Priscilla Shirer from the [MARKED] Podcast. In this episode, 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 ha...

Send us Fan Mail As ministry leaders we know the order of priorities are God, family, church, but we also know that’s not how it always works. Too often our priorities are distorted due to us living outside of our means with our energy, time, and gifts. Overworking ourselves inevitably leads to affecting the overall mental, emotional, and spiritual health of our family. On today's episode of...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been listening to someone spew out their feelings and you immediately want to "fix" it? Have you felt the need to tell them everything is going to be okay and to look at the positives? Now imagine what it would feel like to simply sit with them in their feelings. To simply let them experience the depth of their emotions. On today's show we have an epis...

Send us Fan Mail When your faith is shaken and you begin to question where God has you, what do you do? If you're thinking about throwing in the towel or struggling to keep going, you're not alone. We hope you're encouraged through this honest conversation with friend and author, Alexandra Hoover. This episode was recorded in November 2023 LIVE at Lifeway Women's Forum. To find...

Send us Fan Mail Forgiveness is something we never graduate from. It’s an ongoing process of healing that God is working in our lives. This week, we are sharing a sermon Ben Mandrell preached at Forest Hills in the Nashville area about his journey with forgiveness.  We pray you’ll be challenged by this word & share it with someone who comes to mind as you listen.   SHOW LINKS: Connect with Ang...

Send us Fan Mail Today we highlight another show from our Lifeway Podcast Network. [MARKED] Dr. Danny Akin, president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, joins the ladies on [MARKED] Podcast to talk about what inspired him to write his latest book about 10 women who have made an impact on the Kingdom. He also shares his thoughts on why there seems to be more women, especially single wome...

Send us Fan Mail It may feel minor, but becoming a good question asker can transform the way you lead in any space! When you are intentional with what questions you ask and how you ask them, you are creating a safe space for authenticity and vulnerability to cultivate. Enjoy this episode highlighting one of our Lifeway Podcast Network shows, His Glory, Her Good. SHOW LINKS: Connect with Angie List...

Send us Fan Mail When a pastor or ministry leader falls, it impacts the entire family and community. Walking through a tragedy like this is difficult for everyone. Today’s show is from The Glass House, when Illuminator, Lisa Whittle, shared how she has walked this road firsthand as a daughter of a pastor who had a very public fall from their church ministry position. Lisa Whittle shares with us ho...

Send us Fan Mail On today's show, we have some fun and exclusive content from Jen Wilkin! A few weeks ago Jen did a private teaching for Lifeway employees and I knew I just had to bring it to you! Major shout out to Jen for letting me release the recording of her teaching! Jen Wilkin is an author and Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. She has organized and led studies for women in home, church...

Send us Fan Mail The Gospel of John is unlike the other gospels in so many ways. When studying it, it's easy to notice the different experiences John included, and also note all the things he didn't include in comparison to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Why is this the case? What approach did John take in writing this fourth and last of the Gospels? On today's show you&apo...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever asked your spouse a simple question, like, "whats for dinner?" and all of a sudden they're making a snarky comment back to you? Have you ever found yourself responding out of irritation and frustration when your spouse or kids simply ask you a question? On today's show we're highlighting an episode from The Glass House Podcast where Nicole Za...

Send us Fan Mail 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 Bib...

Send us Fan Mail Hey friends! This is our last episode of Season One of Let it Shine and we have a treat for you! Angie Elkins and Nikki Ogden look back on the first season and reflect on the growth and challenges they experienced throughout the season. You'll hear why Let it Shine started, why the pursuit of sanctification over self-help matters, and which shows were some of their favorites...

Send us Fan Mail Why does it seem so hard to get it all together? Running kids around to get to their schedule activities, spending time with friends or your spouse, investing in your health, and the list can go on! It can be overwhelming figuring out how to keep it all together while we run around feeling overwhelmed and defeated. But maybe we're asking the wrong question. Instead of asking...

Send us Fan Mail It's likely you've encouraged someone or have been encouraged to seek counseling in your lifetime. But have you heard of seeking direction from a Spiritual Director?! On today's show of Let It Shine we are digging into the meaning of spiritual direction, how it's different from counseling, and who it's for! Dr. Elaina Barron holds a Masters of Divinity and...