Thoroughly Equipped

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.15 Taking a short break before we dive into the 4th part of T.E.'s series evaluating Jennie Allen's IF: ministry. During the break I thought I'd share with you a workshop I presented at Victory Bible Church's Home Education Conference early on in August. In this workshop I look at some of the main philosophies behind our current system of education, discuss God's calling...

S.2 Ep. 14 Thoroughly Equipped A "2 Opposing Doctrines" episode with special guest Andrew Rappaport from Striving For Eternity. We discuss hermeneutic, the science of interpretation. Topics discussed: What is Hermeneutics? Why is it important? Why should we study the Bible? Study of bible vs reading the bible as devotions, what’s the difference? What are the typical ways people misinterpret the Bi...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep. 13 In this episode we are critiquing the last session of the 2020 IF:Gathering conference where Jennie Allen had each of the speakers present a message on a portion of Romans 8. Sadie Robertson-Huff was given Rom. 8:39 to give a message on. Topics include: Looking over Romans 8:31-39 in context Will Sadie's message change the hearts of these women? Looking at John 21 Do...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.12 Continuing our critique on the very popular women's conference the IF:Gathering. In this episode we will critique a message given by Ann Voskamp on Romans 8:32. Topics in this episode: What does Paul mean by God "not sparing his Son" in Rom 8:32? What does Paul mean by "all things" Rom. 8:32? Is Jesus the "Way Maker" What does Scripture mean when Jesus says "I am the...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.11 Continuing our IF:Gathering critique series, we are looking at the way these popular speakers handle the Scripture at the conference. Bianca Juarez Olthoff was given Romans 8:31-37 to teach on. Topics included in this episode: What is Romans 8:31-37 all about? What does Paul mean by "we are more than conquerors"? How are we more than conquerors? Do we "possess a power...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.10 Continuing our critique of the IF:Gathering. In this part of the series we are looking at the 5th session of the 2020 conference, presented by Ruth Cho-Simons where she was to give a message on Romans 8:24-27. Topics in this episode: A quick review of the past 4 sessions of the 2020 conference Looking at Romans 8:24-27 in context What is our hope in Romans 8? What doe...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep. 9 Continuing to look at the IF: Gathering, we are addressing the 4th session of the conference back in 2020. In this session, Jo Saxton gives a message on Romans 8:14-17. We look at how she handles this portion of Scripture. Topics discussed in this episode: A synopsis of Romans chapter 1-8 What Paul is trying to tell us in Romans 8:14-17? What did Paul mean by "a spiri...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep. 8 Continuing to look at the IF:Gathering, we will dive into the 2020 conference where each speaker was assigned a portion of Roman 8 to give a message on it. This was the perfect opportunity to look at how these popular speakers handle Scripture. On today's episode we will critique a message about Romans 8:9-11 given by Beth Moore. Topics discussed: Looking at Romans 8:...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.7 Continuing to look at the IF:Gathering, we will dive into the 2020 conference where each speaker was assigned a portion of Roman 8 to give a message on it. This was the perfect opportunity to look at how these popular speakers handle Scripture. For this episode we will dive into Jada Edwards message on Romans 8:1-4 and Jennie Allen's message on Romans 8:5-8. Will they...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.6 Before we go over the teaching presented at the IF:Gathering women's conference, I wanted to lay a foundation for WHY we should determine to know nothing but Christ and Him crucified. George Whitfield's commentary on 1 Corinthians 2:2, I believe, explains quite masterfully our need for this knowledge. Topics presented in this episode: What does it mean to "determine to...

Thoroughly Equipped S2Ep5 Going deeper into our critique of the IF:Gathering Conference I look at the popular consistent speakers. Topic discussed in this episode include: Questions to answer before we decide to put ourselves under a certain female teacher. Questions such as Do they identify as a pastor? Do they preach over men? Do they align themselves up with false teachers? How do they handle t...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.4 Before we continue on our critique of the IF:Gathering Conference and look at it's popular speakers, I wanted to lay a foundation for why it is necessary to discern what Scripture says about women who even occasionally preach or teach over men in a Sunday service. Some of the topics discussed in this episode: The authority and sufficiency of Scripture What is Scripture...

Thoroughly Equipped Season 2 Ep. 3 Let's talk about the IF:Gathering. What is the purpose of IF:Gathering? Is discipleship God's means by which He changes the world? And does it need to be reclaimed? Topics discussed in this episode: What is discipleship? Is discipleship God's means by which He changes the world? What tools are needed to make disciples? Hope you enjoy the episode, and may God be g...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.2 Titus 2 Time episode on defining "woman". Topics discussed: What is Woman? Where do we go to answer this question? What does God have to say about woman? What was God's reason for making woman? What does it mean for "woman to be the glory of man"? The eternal plan of God in gender. May this episode bless you and bring glory to God! Resources: Recovering Biblical Manhoo...

Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.1 My interview with Amy Russo from Grace and Peace Radio on God's grace in her life and how he brought her out of darkness and into his marvelous light. Topics discussed: The Grace and Peace Radio Podcast Anthony Russo's new book "Jesus Changed Everything" Her upbringing, education, and testimony May this episode bless you and glorify God! Resources mentioned in this epi...

Thoroughly Equipped "break" episode. Sharing with you another awesome Podcast from the Christian Podcast Community. Mr. & Mrs. Mynyk discuss 4 things you should never do when dealing with conflict in your marriage. To listen to listen to the other topics related to this series go to: https://www.truthspresso.com/episode/0108-conflict-resolution-in-marriage-part-1-four-things-you-should-never-do Ot...

Thoroughly Equipped A break episode on how I wrestled with 1 Corinthian 11. I hope to encourage other women not to be afraid to study this text nor to neglect the text. I truly believe this topic is extremely important today and should be something every Christian woman should look into. May this episode edify you and bring glory to God! Resources: What is the “covering”? http://studyholiness.com/...

Thoroughly Equipped EXTRA break Episode Just my 2 cents on the modesty controversy on Twitter. Used in this recording: The power of Modest Clothing by Brian Holdsworth Pastor Causes Internet MELTDOWN With Viral Tweet About Christian Women In Bikinis!!! By Spencer Smith Resources:  RC.Sproul The Tyranny of the Weaker Brother John MacArthur God’s High Calling of Women Striving for Eternity Christian...

Thoroughly Equipped "Break" Episode. Sharing an bible study lead by Andrew Rappaport from Grace & Truth Bible Church in Bucks County, Pa. The topic is on suffering and the Church, a very poignant topic as we see more and more persecution coming for Christians on the horizon. May this episode bless you and glorify God. Apologetic Live Podcast: https://podcasts.strivingforeternity.org/show/apologeti...

Thoroughly Equipped "Break" episode. In this episode I explain T.E.'s disappearance for the last month and share with you one of my new favorites: The Grace and Peace Radio Podcast. Anthony and Amy discuss humility. What is humility and how can we display it and meditate on the perfect example we have of Christ in His humility? May the episode bless you and glorify God!

Thoroughly Equipped "break" episode. Reading a beautiful devotion by Catherine Hartel on Charles Wesley's hymn "Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus". Hymn preformed by Nathan Drake of Reawaken Hymns. To listen to more go to: https://www.reawakenhymns.com/ Enjoy! And may God be glorified!

Thoroughly Equipped Ep-27. Last episode of the season, and I just wanted to get on to talk about future plans (Lord willing!) for season 2 and what I will be working on during the break. Thank you to all my listeners for sticking around and going on this journey with me. God is so good and so very faithful. You guys are in my prayers during this holiday season. May God work mightily in your lives...

Thoroughly Equipped Ep.26 I take some time to look at and discern just a few of those encouraging "Christian" Memes. The goal of which is to show you how we can even take time to think about them biblically and perhaps be encouraged and willing to point out the falsehood found in some of them. In all three memes we look at what Scripture says about who we are by nature and how all of us are weak,...

Thoroughly Equipped Ep. 25 Third and final part of our "Why Doctrine DOES Matter" series, I talk about discernment. Questions I aim to answer are: What is discernment? Why should we exercise discernment? Why does it matter? How do we cultivate discernment? And...what should be our goal in exercising it? Enjoy! And may God receive ALL glory!

Thoroughly Equipped- Episode 24 In this episode we dive into the other side of the coin- false doctrine. Episode Topics: What is false doctrine? What does Scripture have to say about it? What is the result of false doctrine? What does Scripture have to say about false teachers? What are the characteristics of a false teacher so we might identify them? Enjoy! And may God be glorified! Titus 2 Time:...