In this episode, Abigail Dodds joins Bethany to talk about the importance of good theology for Christian women. Abigail and Bethany discuss differences between complementarian and egalitarian theology as it relates to our understanding of who God is, what it means to be a Titus 2 woman, and so much more. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Women Encouraged

Good Theology: As Christian Women - with Abigail Dodds

Writer and Bible teacher Nana Dolce joins Bethany on the podcast to talk about what it means to be good theologians and how important it is to be conscious of our theology as mothers. As Christian women, our mothering does not begin and end with us. It begins with knowing and believing the one true God, loving him, and parenting out of the overflow of what he has done in our hearts. We're praying this episode encourages you to consider the impact of your theology on your mothering.Please note: we apologize for the sound issues with this episode. Unfortunately, Bethany's mic did not pick up properly, but we hope the content is still a blessing to you. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Good Theology: As Mothers - with Nana Dolce

Joanna Kimbrel and Stephanie Boyle of the Daily Grace Co. Podcast join Bethany to talk about how we should be readers and students of the word of God. They discuss how our theology informs our Bible reading and whether we read scripture in a God-centered or a self-centered way. Joanna and Stephanie also share some tips  for both new and seasoned readers for becoming more faithful readers of the Word.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Good Theology: As Bible Readers - with Joanna Kimbrel and Stefanie Boyles

Ruth Chou Simons joins Bethany to talk about how our beliefs about God impact the way we love our neighbor. She and Bethany discuss the biblical definition of love, the importance of engaging in Christian fellowship, and how we should practice repentance and forgiveness in our relationships.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Good Theology: Loving Our Neighbor - with Ruth Chou Simons

Pastor Mark Jones, author of "Living for God," joins Bethany on the podcast to kick off our series on the importance of good theology in every area of our lives. This conversation centers on what Christians mean when we talk about doctrine and theology, and how what we believe about God shapes the way we live.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Good Theology: What Is It and Why Does It Matter? - with Mark Jones

Laura Klassen, founder of Choice 42, joins the show to talk with Bethany about her work sharing the hard truth with women about abortion. Our prayer is that this conversation with Laura will encourage you to be fearless as you love others well by speaking God’s truth, and as you speak up on behalf of those who cannot speak for themselves.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Sharing the Hard Truth - with Laura Klassen

We're wrapping up our Matters of the Heart series with this conversation with Lindsey Tollefson. She shares her own story of how the Lord has taught her patience and worked in her life while she has waited for him. She also helps us to correct common misconceptions about patience and talks about some specific Scriptures that encourage our hearts to cling to God's character while we wait for Him. Lindsey also answers specific questions from some listeners about patience and she offers all of us excellent and practical encouragement for whatever season we're in.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Matters of the Heart: Patience - with Lindsey Tollefson

Chelsea Stanley joins Bethany for a conversation about why we can be sure God is trustworthy, and how being sure of God's faithfulness also enables us to trust other people. Chelsea also offers insight into how a relationship can be rebuilt after trust has been broken.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Matters of the Heart: Trust - with Chelsea Stanley

Katie Westenberg joins the show to talk about her book I Choose Brave  and what it truly means to fear God and embrace holy courage. She and Bethany also discuss why it’s so dangerous for us to adopt a worldly definition of courage and why Christian women are often pulled toward wanting to fit in and be acceptable to the world. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Matters of the Heart: Godly Courage and the Fear of the Lord - with Katie Westenberg

Alisa Childers joins Bethany for a conversation on doubt and unbelief. Alisa shares about her book Another Gospel, which tells the story of her encounter with progressive Christianity, and how that led to the deconstruction and eventual reconstruction of her faith. She and Bethany discuss the difference between doubt and unbelief, as well as how progressive Christianity falls short of the true gospel. Alisa’s message offers encouragement and hope for every Christian, but will especially minister to the Christian who is struggling to hold on to their faith, or who has a loved one in the process of deconstructing.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Matters of the Heart: Doubt and Unbelief - with Alisa Childers

Lauren Washer joins Bethany for a conversation about keeping our hearts diligently. They discuss what this looks like in the Christian’s daily life and how Christ has modeled diligence for us in the way he lived. Lauren shares encouragement from the Scriptures for the woman who is questioning whether her work is pleasing to God, and for the one who feels too busy and overwhelmed to be diligent. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Matters of the Heart: Diligence - with Lauren Washer

Bethany is joined by Courtney Reissig for a conversation about the Psalms. Courtney gives us an overview of the structure of the book of Psalms and the types of different Psalms, as well how they offer us encouragement and hope for every season of life. Courtney shares from her own experience how God has used the Psalms to uphold her during trials. She and Bethany discuss what the Psalms teach us about our emotions.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Matters of the Heart: Being Faithful With Our Emotions - with Courtney Reissig

In this episode, Allie Beth Stuckey joins the show to talk about self love and her book You&apos;re Not Enough (And That&apos;s Okay). Allie shares why it&apos;s a liberating truth that we&apos;re not enough, and how to face our feelings biblically and determine whether they&apos;re valid. She shares vulnerably from her own story of trying to live in her own sufficiency and ultimately receiving the truth of God&apos;s grace and sufficiency for her. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Matters of the Heart: Humility, Self Love, and Not Being Enough - with Allie Beth Stuckey

In this episode of our Matters of the Heart series, Abbey Wedgeworth joins Bethany today to talk about grief and loss and the importance of processing both through Scripture and understanding God's character. Abbey is the author of Held: 31 Biblical Reflections on God's Comfort and Care in the Sorrow of Miscarriage. This excellent resource walks you through Psalm 139 and helps you to center your heart on the truth of who God is and how he cares for you, helping you grieve with hope. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Matters of the Heart: Grief and Loss - with Abbey Wedgeworth

We&apos;re kicking off this new season and our "Matters of the Heart" series with this conversation with Christine Hoover, talking about idolatry and allegiance to Christ. Christine shares about how idolatry is a heart issue and explains the wholehearted allegiance Jesus calls us to. Listen to hear her explain what it means to live for the kingdom of God versus the kingdom of self. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/womenencouraged)

Matters of the Heart: Idolatry and Allegiance to Christ - with Christine Hoover

Women Encouraged connects women with Scripture-based encouragement and the hope of the gospel. Podcast host Bethany Barendregt shares conversations with guests who love the Lord, love His word, and are pursuing a life of faithfulness in Him. No matter the topic we're discussing, we'll always be encouraging you to get into God's word and believe what He says about Himself and about you.

hubhopper

Women Encouraged

hubhopper