Wholeheartedly with Kelsey Lee

We're counting down the weeks to the launch date for Mindset: Learning to Live with the Mind of Christ! Kelsey's latest devotional study releases August 31st! Pre-orders will go live later this month, so stay tuned! In today's episode, we dive into the mindset of the saint. We discuss who are the saints according to Scripture and 4 truths the Bible teaches about being a saint.  Subscribe to Kelsey...

What is the role of government? Why does government exist? In honor of the USA's upcoming 250th anniversary, today's podcast episode explores what the Bible says about government. We answer questions like: What is the governments role vs the church's role? How we should respond to the moral failings of those from the past? What verse influenced the three branches of government in the US constituti...

On today's episode, I had the honor of interviewing Brittany Schlichter from Let the Word Be Heard and chatting about Scripture memory. She answered questions like: Is Scripture memory outdated now that we carry the Bible on our phones? How do I get started memorizing? What do I do if I don't feel motivated to memorize? She also shares her own journey with Scripture memory and how the Word of God...

It's the gardening time of year! I've grown to love gardening over the past six years, and today I'm sharing five lessons from Scripture the Lord has taught me through spending time working the soil. I also announce the launch date for my upcoming devotional study, Mindset: Learning to Live with the Mind of Christ.   Subscribe to my newsletter here to stay up-to-date on my upcoming devotional stud...

In today's episode, we're diving into the topic of AI and the importance of having a biblical worldview and theology for technology. We'll discuss how the gospel applies to technology, my personal concerns with AI technology as a writer, and whether AI is the antichrist. May this episode be a springboard for you to dive deeper into this topic and to build your worldview on the unchanging truth of...

In today's episode, I'm sharing a talk I recently gave at a ladies' retreat on friendship and loneliness. We'll dive into the loneliness epidemic in America, why friendship matters, biblical examples of friendship, God's purpose in loneliness, and more.  To take today's episode deeper, check out the PDF download A Theology of Friendship .  Works cited in today's episode:  Bruckmann, Carolyn. “The...

Today on the podcast I am joined by Shante Grossett O’Neal from Daily She Pursues to talk about her latest Bible study, Habakkuk: Living By Faith in a Broken World. Shante shares with us her heart behind starting Daily She Pursues, why Habakkuk matters to us today, how we can see Jesus in Habakkuk, and more. You’ll not want to miss this episode!   Get the Habakkuk Bible study: https://dailyshepurs...

Today on the podcast we're diving into the topic of evangelism. Are all Christians called to evangelize? What if I don't have the gift of evangelism? Can't my actions just tell people I love Jesus? We'll tackle all these questions and more as we dive into what Scripture says about sharing the gospel.  Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-ex...

Today we're talking about the book of Esther and what it teaches us about God's sovereignty, how God uses broken people to accomplish His will, and how God has placed you right where you are for a purpose.  Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence/   Shop our Bible study PDF resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Get your c...

Today on the podcast we are talking about God's amazing love! We're diving into what the Bible says about God's faithful, unshakeable love and 5 ways we can respond to that love.  Check out https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-commentary-on-psalm-136/ to read a study on Psalm 136 and God’s lovingkindness mentioned in today's episode.  Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In,...

In today's episode, we're answering the question is getting a tattoo a sin? We'll take a look at the only verse in the Bible that mentions tattoos and why people land on two different sides of the spectrum regarding tattoos. We'll also walk through some good questions to ask yourself before you decide to get a tattoo.  Get your free praying for the United States prayer strategy here: Shop Kelsey L...

Today on the podcast we're taking a look at what the Bible says about finding our satisfaction in Jesus. Through stories like Jesus feeding the five-thousand and His meeting with the woman at the well, we'll learn that Jesus offers a satisfaction that nothing else compares with.  The blog post mentioned in today's episode: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/intentional-and-satisfied/   Bible Study re...

Today on the podcast we're looking at four fiction favorites and six non-fiction favorites I read last year for you to add to your 2026 TBR list. Plus, we'll look at six brain health benefits of reading.    Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade    Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-exce...

As we’re looking to a new year, there can be excitement but also fear over what the future holds. Maybe you’re worried about your financial future or the unrest in culture. Maybe you’re feeling discouraged because you’re not where you thought you would be at this point in your life. In today's episode, I want to encourage us with the truth of why we can have hope for the future. We'll countdown th...

Today on the podcast we're diving into the importance of practicing gratitude! We'll dive into why practicing thanksgiving is good for us, as well as five biblical truths regarding thanksgiving.  Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence Shop our Bible study resources...

Today's episode is a little different from usual as I take you behind-the-scenes in the making of Grandpa's Comrade. We'll talk about my writing process, the major themes in this book and why I'm passionate about them, and you'll even get to hear a teaser from the book! I hope you enjoy this more free-style episode. Grandpa's Comrade is now available for pre-order on Amazon and launches November 1...

Today on the podcast, I have a very special guest, veteran Shane Gjesdal (aka my dad!). We sit down to discuss what the Bible says about military service. Can Christians join the military? Is there ever a just reason for war? Aren't we supposed to just turn the other cheek? All of these questions and more are answered in today's episode as we prepare for the launch of my upcoming fiction book, Gra...

Today we're diving into the topic of intergenerational relationships. What does the Bible say about how we should relate to those older than us? Does older always mean wiser? Can we correct an older Christian? Why should I build relationships with those older than me? All these questions and more are tackled in today's episode as we lead up to the launch of my new fiction book, Grandpa's Comrade,...

Do you love hearing/telling stories? I do! But have you ever stopped to ask what the Bible says about storytelling? In today's podcast episode, we're diving into what the Bible says about fiction. I'll also be sharing some of my favorite books (and one movie) that have made an impact on my life.  Get your copy of Your Story Matters PDF download: kelseyleewrites.com/shop Stay up-to-date on all the...

We're heading into fall, and while most of us love the changes in seasons, most of us are a little less enthusiastic about life changes. In today's episode, we're digging into changing seasons, both in the weather and in life. Why do seasons change? What does the Bible say about seasons? And, most importantly, what do seasons teach us about God? Grab your coffee and Bible and let's dig into God's...

In today's episode, we're diving back into the book of Ruth and discussing the topic of reputation. As a Christian, does it matter what other people think of me? What reputation did Ruth have? And what does it mean to be an ambassador for Christ? We're tackling all of these questions in today's episode!  Looking for a fall Bible study for yourself or your small group? A Woman of Excellence: A Four...

In today's episode, we're diving into the book of Ruth to learn about a kinsman redeemer and discuss how the story of our redemption in Jesus is powerfully displayed in Ruth's story.  My new Bible study, A Woman of Excellence, Launches August 10th! Available for preorder in paperback or e-book now! You can check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Excellence-Four-Week-through-Proverbs-ebook/...

In today's episode, we're going through step-by-step how to do an inductive Bible study using free resources available to us for study, like Blue Letter Bible, Bible Gateway, and Study Light. I'll wrap it up sharing a commentary I wrote on Psalm 136 as an example of how this type of studying works. I hope that this episode encourages you to get into the Word for yourself!  Also, be on the the look...

Free Prayer Strategy Download: https://payhip.com/b/1RF8W   Today on the podcast we’re talking about patriotism. We just finished celebrating Independence Day here in the United States, celebrating our freedoms and patriotism in this nation. But is patriotism biblical? Does being citizens of heaven mean we shouldn’t care about our nations or what happens in government? Let’s dive into what the Bib...

Get a copy of our new PDF download, Will God Cancel Me? here: https://payhip.com/b/iY6dC How should we respond to cancel culture as Christians? Will God cancel me? How can I have assurance of my salvation? We dive into all of these topics in today's episode! Come join me as we talk about the holiness of God, the best canceling that ever happened in history, a book of the Bible we should study to l...