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In this episode, we talk with reader, writer, and professor, Karen Swallow Prior. We talk about all things books and reading, including her new classic literature series with B&H. We talk about how loving words help point us to Jesus Christ. About KarenKaren Swallow Prior is an award-winning Professor of English at Liberty University. She earned her Ph. D. in English at SUNY Buffalo. Her writi...

Today we get to talk to one of our new authors, Kristi McLelland! Kristi shares about her new Bible study, Jesus and Women. She also tells us how to view the Bible through a Middle Eastern lens, the way the people in the Bible would have viewed Scripture. We love hearing about this perspective and how, through it, we can learn even more who Jesus is and fall in love with Him even more! About Krist...

On this episode, we talk to Mary Wiley about her new Bible study, Everyday Theology. We discuss what theology is, how we can grow in our knowledge of who God is, and what theology has to do with our everyday lives. About MaryMary Wiley is the author of Everyday Theology, an eight-week Bible study exploring essential doctrines and why they matter in our everyday lives. She holds an MA in Theologica...

Listen in as we chat with Michael Gibson about his book, Real Life Love, and what it was like growing up with his grandfather, Gary Smalley. We talk about how to honor ourselves and one another, how personality tests help us have compassion and understanding with others, and how overcoming hardship can lead to loving others well. About Michael:Michael Gibson is an Emmy® Award-winning television pe...

This week, we take you behind the scenes at Lifeway Women as we talk to Darilynn Keith about our simulcast events! Darilynn has worked at Lifeway for a while and tells us about herself, her faith journey, and what she does here at Lifeway Women. We loved getting to hear what goes into the simulcasts, as well as getting the opportunity to answer your questions about our simulcast events. About Dari...

Ben and Lynley Mandrell join us on the podcast to talk about calling, leading together, and the future of Lifeway. We loved getting to know Lifeway's new president and CEO and we think you'll love hearing from him and Lynley about their journey to Lifeway. The Mandrells are passionate about reaching the unchurched with the gospel, and we're excited to see how God uses their hearts f...

We talk with Lysa TerKeurst about her new Bible study, Trustworthy. We learn more about what she hopes for the women studying 1 and 2 Kings, what she learned as she studied and wrote, and how God has brought her fresh perspective through travels to Israel. We focus on the practice of remembrance, how reciting truth about God's trustworthiness can help us as we strive to obey and trust Him abo...

Mary Beth Chapman joined us at Lifeway Women Live and talked about God's faithful, consistent lovingkindness. She shared with us what community means in her life today. We discuss true authenticity and vulnerability with our friends, especially when life gets hard. She also talked about making a kingdom impact right where God has placed you. About Mary Beth Chapman:Mary Beth Chapman is the Co...

We talk about Christmas traditions we practice in our churches—everything from hair catching on fire to Christmas carols to Advent candles. We hear from some of our listeners on their favorite church Christmas traditions, too! More than anything, we love how these traditions, even when they fail, point us to Jesus, the Light of the World. About Kelly:Kelly King is the Manager of Magazines/Devotion...

We talked with Lauren Chandler at Lifeway Women Live about her story of faith—how she came to know Christ and how she has grown and is still growing in her relationship with Him. She also shared with us about her relationship with women from her small group and how much that community made an impact on her life. She encourages us to use whatever our gifts are wherever we are right now. Be faithful...

We chat with Lysa TerKeurst at Lifeway Women Live about the redemption of God, how she has seen Him work in her own life, and how He continues to work in her life. She also talks with us about her newest Bible study, Trustworthy, on 1 & 2 Kings. About Lysa: Lysa TerKeurst is passionate about God's Word. She spends hours each week studying theological experts and has studied extensively in...

We talked to Jamie Ivey at Lifeway Women Live about having a firm foundation of the gospel for when the storms come. We discuss the need for friends who are willing to call us out on our sin and be bold in pointing us to Christ. Jamie also talks about how to share Jesus with others by being yourself—a bearer of light to those around you. About Jamie: Jamie Ivey is a podcaster, writer, and speaker...

In this episode, we hear from Lillian. Lillian grew up in Uganda in poverty. She tells us her story of growing up and gaining a Compassion International sponsor. She talks about the hope she found in Jesus through the Compassion program and her sponsor's words. Now she works for Compassion in Uganda! She gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the Compassion program and how God is using the prog...

About Lisa:A master storyteller and sought-after Bible teacher and author known for her authenticity, Lisa Harper's writing and speaking overflows with colorful pop culture references that connect the dots between the Bible and modern life. She combines sound scriptural exposition with relatable anecdotes and comedic wit. Lisa is a mother to Missy, who she adopted from Haiti. Links:Lifeway Wo...

We talk with Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman about their ministries and their family. They talk with us about showing up, grandparenting, and what has marked their lives and marriage. About Mary Beth Chapman:Mary Beth Chapman is the Co-Founder and Board Chair of Show Hope, a leading organization in the movement to care for orphans that she and her husband Steven Curtis Chapman co-founded. She...

At Lifeway Women Live, we got to talk with Jackie Hill Perry about her new Bible study, Jude, and about what it means to contend for the faith in today's culture. We talked about how our relationships with God change everything about our everyday lives. We also talked about the power of every word in Scripture and how we can see His Word as miraculous. About Jackie:Jackie Hill Perry is a Bibl...

 In this episode, we chat with Sarah Mae about her story. She tells how God wooed her and brought her to Himself, even in the midst of difficult circumstances. We also talk about her new book, The Complicated Heart, as well as her Bible study, Psalm 40. She tells us about the marvelous light of Christ and how we respond to it, how we learn to forgive, and how Jesus works with our tangled hearts an...

Christine Caine joins us for a quick conversation during Lifeway Women Live. We talk about her journey and relationship with Christ, with others, and with culture. About ChristineChristine Caine is an Australian born, Greek blooded, lover of Jesus, activist, author and international speaker. She and her husband, Nick, founded the global anti-human trafficking organization, The A21 Campaign. They a...

We're so excited about the brand new Advent study from Lifeway Women, we couldn't wait to tell you about it! This Bible study by Lifeway Women for Lifeway Women is available now, and you'll want to go ahead and get your hands on it to have it in time for Advent season. In this episode of the podcast, we talk about Advent, why we celebrate it, what it means, and how to use the season...

In this short bonus episode recorded live from our Lifeway Women Live event this summer, we talk with Whitney Capps about her relationships—with God, with friends, and with our larger church community. She tells us about her journey with Christ and about friends who are bold to help us see our blind spots. We also chat about why church community matters so much in our walks with Christ. About Whit...

We are so excited to welcome Priscilla Shirer on the podcast this week! We chat with Priscilla about life in ministry as a family, finding identity in Christ, and a few new projects she's been working on! We also talk about taking a proactive role in the lives of the young women around us. Priscilla shares how women have been a part of her life as mentors and disciplers, as well as how challe...

We're so glad to have Kelly Minter back on the podcast! She just released a brand new Bible Study called Finding God Faithful, and is about to launch her first cookbook, A Place at the Table. We sat down at Lifeway Women Live in Orlando to talk with Kelly about both of these new projects, living in community, and taking our faith into the culture. About Kelly:Kelly Minter is passionate about...

We talk with Angie Elkins, host of chatologie, about podcasting, ministry, and sharing our stories. Angie tells us how she got started podcasting and what led her to do so. She gives practical tips while encouraging women to find creative ways to minister to and with others. Angie also talks about how the local church has marked her for Jesus. We talk about encouraging one another and using new te...

Today's episode is a fun one! Before we started recording the episode with Catherine Parks, we were chatting about some of our favorite memories of growing up listening to CCM radio, watching videos from the church library, and wearing WWJD bracelets. We were having so much fun reminiscing, we thought we’d do a whole episode on it! Since it’s summer and this week we’re traveling to Lifeway Wo...

Weekly, J.D. Greear, pastor of The Summit Church, invites us to ask him anything on his own podcast. When we had the opportunity to have a conversation with J.D., we took him up on the invitation! We asked about women in church leadership, fulfilling our callings, the local church, and how to help those who've been abused. We hope, like us, you find this conversation helpful in navigating the...