Saturday, May 8, 2021PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Dr. Jen Hale ChristySummary: God tells Jonah to go. And the funny thing is, when you think about modern-day missionaries, they have a really hard time getting funding to go to places that may not be receptive. But with Jonah--he knows that they’ll turn from their ways, that they’ll repent and want to come back to YHWH. There’s no question in his mind that they’ll accept his message. He just doesn’t want to deliver it. It’s not fair. Why should they be forgiven and allowed back in?Resources + Social Media Handles:All of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksQuestions for Consideration & Conversation:Share about a time in your life when you felt passionate that justice needed to be served in the form of punishment and it was carried out. What happened? How did you feel about the outcome? Can you speak to the response of the accused--how they responded to the outcome?Share about a time in your life when you felt passionate that justice needed to be served in the form of punishment and it was not carried out. What happened? How did you feel about the outcome? Can you speak to the response of the accused--how they responded to the outcome?Share about a time in your life when you deserved a punishment (retributive justice) but instead received grace (reconciliatory justice).What happened?How did you feel about the outcome?How did it affect you as a person?What effect, if any, did it have on your faith?What effect did it have on your relationship(s) in an immediate or long-term sense? (could be relationships with people involved or not)Are there circumstances where retributive justice is justified or is the best course of action? Please explain.Share about a current real-life situation or something that you could realistically face in the near future where you will have a choice to make regarding how “justice will be served.”In light of this conversation, how do you think you will proceed?What to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lafe & Lauren R, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom B, Valerie S.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

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S5E8: "It's Not Fair" with Dr. Jen Hale Christy

S5E7: Hosea - An Uncommon FairytaleWednesday, March 3, 2021PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Christine Fox ParkerSummary: The book of Hosea has long been one of my favorite stories. The first three chapters especially--though dark and haunting--contain the most beautiful story of love ever. It is not the story of Hosea loving Gomer despite her prostitution. Rather, it is God loving me despite mine. It is the timeless story of the persons and people of God believing themselves to be faithful to YHWH even as we chase false lovers and the unremitting steadfast commitment of YHWH to the bride.Resources + Social Media Handles:PorchSwing Ministries, Inc.Reach out to Christine: Christine@PorchSwingMinistries.org All of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S5E7: "An Uncommon Fairytale" with Christine Fox Parker

S5E6: “Oh, that I knew where I might find God” with Dr. Naomi WaltersWednesday, August 5, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Dr. Naomi WaltersSummary: What is the relationship between doubt and faith? Although common use of these concepts pits them as opposites, the story of Job in the Hebrew Bible gives us another way to think about it. In so doing, it frees us all to live with God more honestly, for the sake of ourselves and the world.Resources + Social Media Handles:Naomi on FBNaomi on IGRochester University’s Department of Theology and Ministry, where Naomi is ChairAll of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S5E6: “Oh, that I knew where I might find God” with Dr. Naomi Walters

S5E5: “The God Who Sees” with Rachel CollinsWednesday, July 29, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Rachel CollinsSummary: Who should be invited to sit at our table? This sermon explores the relationship between inclusive, diverse community, and God&apos;s name "El Roi" (the God who sees me). In order to create a thriving, diverse community, the church must be committed to seeing others and including them, much like God does throughout the Bible. We can feel equipped for this task by regularly reminding ourselves that God sees us and that God is delighted to include us at God&apos;s table.Resources + Social Media Handles:Rachel on FBRachel on IGAll of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S5E5: “The God Who Sees” with Rachel Collins

S5E4: “The Gospel According to Ruth” with Claire Davidson FrederickWednesday, July 22, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Claire Davidson FrederickSummary: Adapted from a previously preached homily on the Book of Ruth, this sermon takes listeners along the journey of two widows: Naomi (from Bethlehem in Judah) and Ruth (a foreigner from Moab). This tragic and ultimately hope-filled story gives Bible-believing people permission to both lament our misfortune and believe that God may yet have something more in store for us. The good news Frederick expounds is that God often works through the marginalized, the scandalized, and the traumatized to bring about God&apos;s ultimate redemptive purposes. God even works through an outsider like Ruth to facilitate the redemption of those inside the covenant community. Resources + Social Media Handles:Claire on FBClaire on IGAll Saints Church of Christ in Nashville, TN (Claire is the worship minister)ENGAGE Youth Theology Initiative at Lipscomb UniversityAll of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S5E4: “The Gospel According to Ruth” with Claire Davidson Frederick

S5E3: “Lay It Down” with Dr. Jen Hale ChristyWednesday, July 15, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Dr. Jen Hale ChristySummary: How do we fix the massive problems in our world? Spoiler alert: wars, wealth, and power are not the solution. But there is hope, and it’s simpler than we might think. Today we’re focusing on the second half of Psalm 46, with the war-God who destroys weapons and ends all wars.Resources + Social Media Handles:All of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S5E3: "Lay It Down" with Dr. Jen Hale Christy

S5E2: “God is Our Refuge?” with Dr. Jen Hale Christy Wednesday, July 8, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Dr. Jen Hale ChristySummary: What does faith look like in the midst of chaos and loss? The book of Psalms is full of praise and lament, encouragement and conviction. In this episode, we turn to Psalm 46 for a word of encouragement. Be still and know that God is God, and we are not. This is part 1, and part 2 is coming..Resources + Social Media Handles:All of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S5E2: “God is Our Refuge?” with Dr. Jen Hale Christy

S5E1: “We’re Not Making America Great Again” with Dr. Jen Hale ChristyWednesday, July 1, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Dr. Jen Hale ChristySummary: The prophecy of Isaiah 61 is being fulfilled right now. We are in the midst of an apocalypse - a great unveiling of the way things really are. And we who once were blind can no longer live as if we do not see. Prophets are crying out in our streets daily, #letmelive #Icantbreathe #BlackLivesMatter and freedom is on the horizon. Will the church partner with God to usher in release for the captives? Will the church embody Good News for the oppressed? How will the history books tell the story of the church in this era?Resources + Social Media Handles:All of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S5E1: "We're NOT Making America Great Again" with Dr. Jen Hale Christy

S4E11: “Priscilla, Pains, + Poetry” with Morgan ProffittWednesday, June 24, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Morgan ProffittSummary: Submission isn’t a dirty word. In the story of Priscilla, Aquila, and Apollos in Acts 18, the narrative has a lot to say about not only leadership, but also learning. Let’s explore together what it might look like to submit ourselves in vulnerability.Resources + Social Media Handles:Morgan on IGMorgan on FBAll of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S4E11: “Priscilla, Pains, + Poetry” with Morgan Proffitt

S4E10: “Fear and Faithfulness: Paul in Acts 18:1-11” with Cheryl CashWednesday, June 17, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Cheryl CashSummary: Acts 18 marks the conclusion of Paul's second evangelistic journey as well as the beginning of the well-storied Corinthian church.  One might expect this beginning to be heroically auspicious as it derives from the ministry of the most beloved Paul. However, this particular beginning emerges far more relatable from the awareness of a suffering journey and Paul's subsequent response. Join us to hear God's reaction to fear in the life of Paul. From within these eleven verses emerges a focal point of Paul's service to the Corinthian believers that continues to resonate through Paul's words into our lives today: "So I am well pleased with weaknesses, with insults, with distresses, with persecutions, and with difficulties, for the sake of Christ; for when I am weak [in human strength], then I am strong [truly able, truly powerful, truly drawing from God’s strength]." 2 Corinthians 12:10 (Amplified Bible) Resources + Social Media Handles:Cheryl’s WebsiteCheryl on IGCheryl on FBCheryl on TwitterAll of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S4E10: “Fear and Faithfulness: Paul in Acts 18:1-11” with Cheryl Cash

S4E9: “Cracking Our Shins on Altars” with Beth BowersWednesday, June 10, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Beth BowersSummary: Will you join me on a walk? Acts 17 is a well-known and well-loved text for many. The question I have wrestled with while listening to it is this: What did Athens give to Paul? In my life, a  journey up Mt Kilimanjaro created the space for an encounter with the Divine. Let’s walk together and be on the lookout for God to show up. Resources + Social Media Handles:Beth on FBBeth on IGBeth’s WritingsAll of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S4E9: “Cracking Our Shins on Altars” with Beth Bowers

S4E8: “Faith Without Works is Dead(ly)” with Dr. Mallory WyckoffWednesday, June 3, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Dr. Mallory WyckoffSummary: If you’ve ever read the book of James, you know that the author makes a strong case for practicing what you preach, putting your money where your mouth is, letting your actions speak louder than your words. And the thing is, all those deeply-held convictions that never materialize in tangible action are dangerous. Faith without works isn’t just dead--it’s deadly. It’s poisonous and tricky and can lull us into a state of being half-asleep where we think our thinking alone is enough. It’s not. But let’s put our thinking minds and loving hearts together to figure out how and where to channel our faith and convictions in acts of love that Just. Might. Change. The. World. Resources + Social Media Handles:Faith and Culture Center (where Mallory is the executive director)The Inner Work of Racial Justice: Healing Ourselves and Transforming Our Communities Through Mindfulness by Rhonda V. MageeAll of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S4E8: “Faith Without Works is Dead(ly)” with Dr. Mallory Wyckoff

S4E7: “Car Wrecks and Interruptions” with Dr. Jen Hale ChristyWednesday, May 27, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Dr. Jen Hale ChristySummary: The openness of our heart will dictate the openness of our hands. Our interruptibility will influence our willingness to notice, listen, serve, and participate in God’s ongoing work in the world. In this episode I share about a terrible car wreck and angels in a Tahoe, busyness and missing the things that matter.Resources + Social Media Handles:All of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S4E7: “Car Wrecks and Interruptions” with Dr. Jen Hale Christy

S4E6: “A Tale of Three Conversions” with Dr. Sara BartonWednesday, May 20, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Dr. Sara BartonSummary: When Luke constructed Acts 10 and 11, he very specifically decided to tell a story twice from two different perspectives, the narrator and Peter. The story is so central to Acts – and to the Gospel in the big picture - that it needed to be double-underlined for us. Think of it as a form of highlighting before highlighters existed. So, we pay double attention because Luke says we should, and the point is that God shows no favoritism. The goal of the blessing and call of Abram all the way back in Genesis 12 is coming to fruition as God's work in history blesses all people in all the world. The first Jesus followers had to figure out how to catch up with God’s purposes, so here we have an example of how that occurred. (A sermon preached at Camarillo Church of Christ)Resources + Social Media Handles:Sara on TwitterSara on IGhttps://www.pepperdine.edu/spiritual-life/blogcast/All of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S4E6: “A Tale of Three Conversions” with Dr. Sara Barton

S4E5: “You Are Not God’s Punchline” with Rhesa HigginsWednesday, May 13, 2020PreacHer PodcastPreacHer: Rhesa HigginsSummary: Acts 12 is one of those stories that gets told time and time again, as the early church reminds themselves of what they knew to be true--the Kingdom of God will eventually prevail. But also, there’s this minor character who might actually be the hero in hiding. All of this has us asking ourselves: whose voice have we discounted, or silenced in proclaiming the good news that God is still in this resurrection business? When our chains fall off, will we choose to get up and believe the truth that God is resurrecting us and freeing us from a life of fear? How many times have we chosen to stay put instead of following the unexpected way out? God is at work among us. May we have eyes to see it, and feet to follow. Resources + Social Media Handles:Rhesa on FBRhesa on IGEleven28 Ministries (Rhesa is the founding director) Eleven28 on FBAll of Jen Hale Christy’s LinksWhat to do next:Join our monthly letter listJoin our Patreon CommunityShare this episode! Connect with JenShouts of gratitude to our patron partners!Sarah P, Lauren R, Mark F, Dave H, Steve G, Sheila B, Tom BSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/jenhalechristy)

S4E5: "You Are Not God's Punchline" with Rhesa Higgins

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