Welcome to Session Seven of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. We'll leave the audio up for all seven teaching sessions through August 5.Kelly closes the study by focusing on how we are to engage with each other in the body of Christ. She unpacks a passage in Colossians 3 to emphasize that as the holy, chosen, called-out people of God we are to display to each other, and also to the world, the same character of love and grace that Jesus has expressed to us.LINKSEncountering God Bible StudyRuth Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Bible StudyLifeway Women LiveLifeway Women's Leadership ForumRECOMMENDEDCheck out our upcoming online Bible studies! Starting in October, we're studying Dwell on These Things by Natalie Abbott and Vera Schmitz. Join us!MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation.  To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy. 

Welcome to Session Six of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through August 5.Kelly challenges to simplify our lives in Session 6. She walks us through Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6 to remind us that we are to be laying up heavenly treasure rather than earthly treasure. She calls us to orient our lives around what really matters, to turn our focus away from what we think we need to what we really need, so that we're free to give, serve, and love as Jesus calls us to.LINKSEncountering God Bible StudyRuth Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Bible StudyLifeway Women LiveLifeway Women's Leadership ForumRECOMMENDEDCheck out four delicious recipes from Kelly's cookbook, A Place at the Table. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram.Check out other podcasts in the Lifeway Podcasts Network. We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation.  To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy. 

Welcome to Session Five of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through August 5.Quieting our hearts before God is the theme for this week of study, with Kelly focusing the Session 5 video teaching on Scripture meditation. She clarifies that this kind of meditation is not emptying our minds, but filling them with the Word of God and the presence of the Spirit. She challenges us to get past the distraction of our devices and busyness of our schedules to be still before the Lord and soak in His Word.LINKSEncountering God Bible StudyRuth Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Bible StudyLifeway Women LiveLifeway Women's Leadership ForumRECOMMENDED"Get to Know" Kelly better by reading this fun Q&A on the Lifeway Women blog. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram.Check out other podcasts in the Lifeway Podcasts Network. We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation.  To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy. 

Welcome to Session Four of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through August 5.In Session Four, Kelly unpacks the story of the woman who washes Jesus feet with her tears in Luke 7 to teach us about the discipline of worship. She emphasizes that like the woman in the story, we are to passionately worship Jesus with all that we are and have. Even in the midst of our pain, we are to recognize who He is and express our love to Him.LINKSEncountering God Bible StudyRuth Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Bible StudyLifeway Women LiveLifeway Women's Leadership ForumRECOMMENDEDKelly teaches us how we can become better acquainted with the spiritual disciplines by learning what the Bible has to say about them in this article. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram. Check out other podcasts in the Lifeway Podcasts Network. We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy.  To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation. 

Welcome to Session Three of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through August 5.Prayer is the focus of the Session 3 video. Kelly walks us through some of Jesus's teaching on prayer to point out that we pray to a personal God who knows our needs and faithfully responds to His children. She reminds us that prayer is not just transactional, but relational.LINKSEncountering God Bible StudyRuth Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Bible StudyLifeway Women LiveLifeway Women's Leadership ForumRECOMMENDEDRead this article from Kelly on the Lifeway Women blog about the goodness of God. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram. Check out other podcasts in the Lifeway Podcasts Network. We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy.  Take our survey to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with great resources for diving into God's Word.  Learn more about Jen Wilkin's Revelation Bible study at lifeway.com/revelation. 

Welcome to Session Two of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through August 5.Kelly focuses her teaching in Session Two on the discipline of Bible study. She digs into 2 Timothy 3 to show how the inspired Word of God is useful to teach, rebuke, correct, and train us so that we will be equipped to carry out the purposes of God.LINKSEncountering God Bible StudyRuth Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Bible StudyLifeway Women LiveLifeway Women's Leadership ForumRECOMMENDEDListen here to hear from Kelly Minter and April Dace, the video producer for Encountering God, about how we can “take away the fear of learning spiritual disciplines to get a taste for a relationship with the living God.”MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram.Learn more about the Ephesians Bible study at lifeway.com/ephesiansstudy.  To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Take our fun MARKED Podcast Survey to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with Bible studies and great resources at lifewaywomen.com/podcast. 

Welcome to Session One of our summer Bible study on the MARKED Podcast! We're studying Encountering God, and we're so excited to join Kelly Minter for the next seven weeks as she unpacks the biblical foundation for sacred habits along with approachable ways to practice disciplines like prayer, study, worship, rest, simplicity, generosity, celebration, and many more. Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave the audio up for all seven sessions through August 5.In Session One, Kelly introduces the study on spiritual disciplines and reminds us that these spiritual habits are foundational to our faith and provide fellowship with the living God. She points out that although practicing these disciplines will provide spiritual results, our purpose is not to get results, but to strengthen our relationship with the Father.LINKSEncountering GodMore from KellyPodcast SurveyRECOMMENDEDListen to this episode with Kelly Minter and Jennifer Rothschild about the types of prayers they taught on in When You Pray. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.ABOUT KELLY MINTERKelly Minter is an author, speaker, songwriter, and singer. She is passionate about women discovering Jesus Christ through the pages of Scripture. Whether through song, study, or spoken word, Kelly desires to authentically express Christ to the women in a culture where so many are hurting and broken. She is driven to share the healing and strength of Christ through the Bible's truth. CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women and Kelly Minter on Instagram.To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Take our fun MARKED Podcast Survey to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with Bible studies and great resources at lifewaywomen.com/podcast. 

Take a closer look at the book of Ephesians by joining our conversation with Jackie Hill Perry and Melissa Kruger. Jackie and Melissa, along with Jasmine Holmes who was unable to join us, recently released a collaborative Bible study on the book of Ephesians. Hear what they had to say about this challenging book of the Bible and how we can learn to read Ephesians in context and not be intimidated by studying the more difficult passages. LINKSEphesians Bible Study BookUpon Waking bookJude Bible Study BookParenting with Hope bookWith the Perry's podcastLet's Talk podcastRECOMMENDEDJoin us for the Encountering God summer Bible study right here on MARKED! We're releasing an audio teaching session from Encountering God each week starting June 10 and will leave all 7 sessions up through August 5. You can get your Bible study at lifeway.com/encounteringgod or enter to win one here (this giveaway closes June 4, 2024). MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman. CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Join us on MARKED for our summer Bible study, Encountering God, starting June 10. You can get your Bible study at lifeway.com/encounteringgod. Take our survey to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with great resources for diving into God's Word.  To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast.

In our last episode of the Come Home series on the MARKED Podcast, Rachel Setliffe joins us from Scotland to share her heard behind her ministry, Restored Home. Birthed out of Rachel's own story, Restored Home seeks to come alongside the church and equip and lead women shattered by betrayal, abandonment, and unwanted divorce toward the God who restores. LINKSTake this fun survey about the MARKED Podcast to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with Bible studies and other great resources! You'll enter to receive a copy of the Revelation Bible study, the Ephesians Bible study, the Alive Bible study, the Come Home Bible study, a prayer journal, and more.Come Home Bible Study by Caroline SaundersListen to the first episode, the second episode, the third episode, and the fourth episode of the "Come Home" series.Restored Home MinistryMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Caroline Saunders.RECOMMENDED:Lifeway Women is studying Come Home as our online Bible study starting June 13, 2024! You’ll be able to watch the weekly teaching videos for free through August 8, 2024. All you'll need is a copy of the Bible study book to follow along with the discussion. So join us!CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Follow Restored Home on Instagram.Join us on MARKED for our summer Bible study, Encountering God, starting June 10. You can get your Bible study at lifeway.com/encounteringgod. To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Take our survey to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with great resources for diving into God's Word. 

Caroline Saunder's friends, Megan Morrison and Christin Poley from Story & Soul, are here with us to talk about hosting a women's retreat that is a home away from home. They share how serving together has fostered a sense of home within their friendship and their ministry, and they talk about some practical and spiritual preparations for showing hospitality to women at a retreat.And stay tuned next week for the last episode in our special "Come Home" series on the podcast. You'll hear Elizabeth and Caroline talk with Rachel Setliffe about restoring a broken home. Thanks for listening!LINKSTake this fun survey about the MARKED Podcast to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with Bible studies and other great resources! You'll enter to receive a copy of the Ephesians Bible study, the Alive Bible study, the Come Home Bible study, a prayer journal, and more.Come Home Bible Study by Caroline SaundersListen to the first episode, the second episode, and the third episode of the "Come Home" series.Story & Soul retreatMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Caroline Saunders.RECOMMENDED:We're studying Come Home as our summer online Bible study starting June 13, 2024! You’ll be able to watch the weekly teaching videos for free through August 8, 2024. All you'll need is a copy of the Bible study book to follow along with the discussion. So join us!CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Take our fun MARKED Podcast Survey to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with Bible studies and great resources at lifewaywomen.com/podcast.  Visit lifeway.com/comehome to pre-buy the Come Home teen girls' Bible study. 

What might it look like for the modern day woman to “come home” to Christ? In the third episode of our special "Come Home" series with Caroline Saunders, we talked with Titania Paige about coming home from sexual sin, and how we can offer help to women who are struggling with a relentless, habitual sin. She shared her story with us, as well as her heart for other women to bear each other’s burdens and genuinely love others. And stay tuned during the month of May for more episodes on the theme of home in our special "Come Home" series on the podcast. You'll hear Elizabeth and Caroline talk to more special guests about restoring a broken home and hosting a women's retreat that is a home away from home for others. Thanks for listening!LINKSTake this fun survey about the MARKED Podcast to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with Bible studies and other great resources!Come Home Bible Study by Caroline SaundersListen to the first episode and the second episode of the "Come Home" series Follow Titania on InstagramCome Home book by Titania Page The Purpose in Purity Podcast MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Caroline Saunders.RECOMMENDED:We're studying Come Home as our summer online Bible study starting June 13, 2024! You’ll be able to watch the weekly teaching videos for free through August 8, 2024. All you'll need is a copy of the Bible study book to follow along with the discussion. So join us!CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.Take our fun MARKED Podcast Survey to enter for a chance to win a Lifeway Women backpack filled with Bible studies and great resources at lifewaywomen.com/podcast.  Visit lifeway.com/comehome to pre-buy the Come Home teen girls' Bible study. 

Do you long to notice and create beauty in your home? In the second episode of our "Come Home" series on MARKED, Megan Morris joins Elizabeth and Caroline to talk about impromptu hospitality, practical things we can do to help others feel at home, how we can navigate times when we're tempted to believe our space isn't "good enough," and more. And stay tuned during the month of May for more episodes on the theme of home in our special "Come Home" series on the podcast. You'll hear Elizabeth and Caroline talk to more special guests about coming home from sexual sin, restoring a broken home, and hosting a women's retreat that is a home away from home for others. Thanks for listening!LINKS:Matthew 10:42Come Home Bible studyFollow Megan on Instagram @magnoliamaycottage.Listen to the first episode in the Come Home series about tracing the theme of home through Scripture. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Caroline Saunders.RECOMMENDED:We're studying Come Home as our summer online Bible study starting June 13, 2024! You’ll be able to watch the weekly teaching videos for free through August 8, 2024. All you'll need is a copy of the Bible study book to follow along with the discussion. So join us!CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women on Instagram.To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast. Visit lifeway.com/comehome to pre-buy the Come Home teen girls' Bible study. 

New Lifeway Women Bible study author Caroline Saunders is with us today! You'll be laughing along with her funny stories, and before you know it, you'll quickly start taking notes as she shares words of wisdom about Scripture that she's learned from studying themes in the Bible. She shares with us how she started tracing themes throughout the Bible, and why tracing the theme of home throughout Scripture in 2020 was so impactful for her. You won't want to miss this episode! And starting next week, Caroline will be cohosting with Elizabeth for the month of May in a special series on home. In our "Come Home" series on the podcast, you'll hear us talk to special guests about creating a home that points to Christ, coming home from sexual sin, restoring a broken home, and hosting a women's retreat that is a home away from home for others. Stay tuned!LINKS: Come Home The Story of Home Psalm 90:1 (NLT) Caroline Cobb music MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED:We're studying Come Home as our summer online Bible study starting June 13, 2024! You’ll be able to watch the weekly teaching videos for free through August 8, 2024. All you'll need is a copy of the Bible study book to follow along with the discussion. So join us!CONNECT WITH US!Follow Caroline and Lifeway Women on Instagram.To learn more about the Alive Bible study, visit lifeway.com/alive. To order your copy of The Joy of the Trinity, go to lifeway.com.

On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing episode one of The Karen Kingsbury Show. We think you'll love this storytelling podcast!Karen Kingsbury has told a million stories, but this is the first time she's told HER story!  Out of all of her bestsellers, Karen wants to be remembered for the stories she wrote with the days of her life. On her first ever podcast, Karen hopes and prays throughout these next sixteen episodes you'll see yourself in the stories she shares.In today's show, you'll hear the story of how Karen and her husband Donald met and began dating. It's a crazy love story that involves a shocking twist and a beautiful revelation. It's a story of grace, mercy, and two people who learned to never give up on the people God has put in the story of your life.Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! Listen to the next episode to hear all about their wedding, choosing a church, and how they learned nothing was impossible with God.Show Links:Philippians 42 Thessalonians 1Hebrews 4:12For tickets and more information about Karen’s movie SOMEONE LIKE YOU, visit SomeoneLikeYou.movie.Click here to view the trailer for SOMEONE LIKE YOU movie.For information about Karen’s books, visit KarenKingsbury.com.To sign up for Karen’s Newsletter, visit KarenKingsbury.com/newsletter.To receive information about an adoption grant, visit KarenKingsbury.com/foundation.Check out Someone Like You, a new film from Karen Kingsbury. You can also watch this episode on YouTube HERE.To learn more about the Alive Bible study, visit lifeway.com/alive. To order your copy of The Joy of the Trinity, go to lifeway.com.

In this special crossover episode, Elizabeth Hyndman brings together the hosts of other Lifeway podcasts for a fun conversation about podcasting. Joining the conversation are Lynley Mandrell, cohost of The Glass House, Amanda Mejias, cohost of His Glory, Her Good, and Angie Elkins, host of Let It Shine. Together, they delve into the heart of podcasting, sharing what they love most about hosting a podcast, their favorite episodes, and behind-the-scenes stories. LINKSPodcasts:His Glory, Her Good Podcast The Glass House Podcast Let It Shine Podcast The Karen Kingsbury Show Student Ministry Podcast Youth Ministry Booster PodcastKids Ministry 101 podcast Bible Studies for Life | Kids Leader Training Podcast Lifeway Podcast NetworkEpisodes: His Glory Her Good | Meet Aunt P: How to Seek and Refer Counseling The Glass House | Managing Change with Steve Cuss The Glass House | Mental Illness in the Glass House with the Fortenberrys Let It Shine | Family Habits with Lynley Mandrell MARKED | Conversations We’re Still Thinking About MARKED | The Creation of the Five Love Languages with Dr. Gary ChapmanThe Glass House | Autism in the Glass HouseThe Glass House | Death by Suicide in the Glass House with Jason and Sarah LittleHis Glory, Her Good | Partners in Ministry — Meet Our Bosses! MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman.To learn more about the Alive Bible study, visit lifeway.com/alive. To order your copy of The Joy of the Trinity, go to lifeway.com.

On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing an episode of The Glass House with Ben and Lynley Mandrell talking with Nicole Zasowski. Have you ever asked your spouse a simple question, like, "whats for dinner?" and all of a sudden they're making a snarky comment back to you? Have you ever found yourself responding out of irritation and frustration when your spouse or kids simply ask you a question? On today's show Nicole Zasowski describes to us what happens when we are operating in our pain cycle, how we can regulate our emotions, and why the simplest of questions can push us over the edge. Nicole Zasowski is a marriage and family therapist outside of New York City. She is an author of Lost to Found and What If It's Wonderful, along with being a full time mom and wife. She also has a Bible Study resource coming soon through Lifeway!Thanks for listening and sharing with a friend! SHOW LINKS:From Lost to FoundWhat If It's WonderfulThe 5 Temptations of a CEOConnect with the Glass House on Instagram HEREPlease email us your questions and feedback to [email protected] learn more about the Alive Bible study, visit lifeway.com/alive. To order your copy of The Joy of the Trinity, go to lifeway.com.

Kristi McLelland joins us in a special episode that features behind-the-scenes audio captured in Israel during the Luke in the Land Bible study taping. We laugh, cry, and remember together as we listen to audio clips from our time in Israel that range from funny lunch conversations with the team to the memorable Coca-Cola toast Kristi gave when we wrapped filming. Kristi shares how filming in Israel in September of 2023 greatly "marked" her since she has not been able to return to the Land since then.Don't miss this exclusive behind-the-scenes episode about the making of the Luke in the Land Bible study!LINKS:Pre-order Luke in the LandJesus and WomenThe Gospel on the GroundWhen You PrayMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and produced by Erin Franklin.RECOMMENDED: Listen to this fun episode featuring Kristi McLelland and Jada Edwards in our special series about prayer. Follow Kristi and Lifeway Women on Instagram!ABOUT KRISTI MCLELLANDKristi McLelland is a speaker, teacher, and college professor. Since completing her Masters of Arts in Christian Education at Dallas Theological Seminary, she has dedicated her life to discipleship, to teaching people how to study the Bible for themselves, and to writing about how God is better than we ever knew by explaining the Bible through a Middle Eastern lens. Her great desire for people to truly experience the love of God birthed a ministry in which she leads biblical study trips to Israel, Turkey, Greece, and Italy.To learn more about the Alive Bible study, visit lifeway.com/alive. To order your copy of The Joy of the Trinity, go to lifeway.com.

On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing an episode of His Glory, Her Good, hosted by Amanda Mejias and Corinne Allen, where they talk about fighting shame with special guest "Aunt P."Whether dealing with our own shame or helping teen girls fight shame in their lives, this is a topic that can't be avoided when leading in student ministry. In this episode with Aunt P, they talk about how to know the difference between shame and conviction from the Holy Spirit. Aunt P also shares the danger of not dealing with our own shame, as well as provides tools to help our girls recognize, talk about, and fight shame.Resource Highlight: New Bible Study from Scarlet Hiltibidal — AshamedFor feedback or questions, reach out to them at [email protected] sure to follow them on Instagram @lifewaygirls.To learn more about the Alive Bible study, visit lifeway.com/alive. To order your copy of The Joy of the Trinity, go to lifeway.com.

In Lifeway Women’s newest Bible study, Alive, you’ll walk through the basic, fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. Blair Linne was one of the writers for the study, and one of the topics she wrote about is being a child of God. This week on MARKED, Elizabeth is joined by Laura Magness as cohost, who was one of the editors for the Alive study. They talked with Blair about our identity in Christ, and she shared what that Father/daughter relationship with God means to her, and how we can be known by God. Thanks for listening!LINKSAlive Bible Study Book Blair’s Instagram (Check out her spoken word!) Devoted Bible Study Book Grateful Bible Study Book Advent Bible Study Book The Gospel of John Bible Study BookMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Laura Magness.RECOMMENDED: Go behind the scenes of what it’s like to work on Lifeway Women Bible studies with content editor Laura Magness.To learn more about Feast with Kristi McLelland, visit lifeway.com/feast.

On Fridays in April, we're dropping an extra episode to make sure you know about some other Lifeway podcasts that we think you would enjoy. Today, we're sharing an episode of Let It Shine with Angie Elkins and Whitney Capps on tending the temple versus body positivity. Body positivity is a social movement that promotes a positive view of all bodies, regardless of the shape, size, weight, and so forth. But we want to take it deeper. Yes, we can accept our bodies the way they are to an extent, but Angie and Whitney are here to talk about the fact that we also have a responsibility to our bodies.  Angie and Whitney have a vulnerable conversation about their own unique journeys, the complexities of our bodies, the messages we tell ourselves about them, and how we function in them as temples of the Holy Spirit.  Go follow Angie and Whitney on Instagram and share your thoughts on body positivity. Thanks for listening and sharing this episode with a friend! You can listen to more episodes of Let It Shine here. SHOW LINKS:  Follow Angie on InstagramLet It Shine with Angie ElkinsFollow Whitney Capps on Instagram

Today is a bittersweet episode as we say goodbye to Kelly King as cohost of MARKED. Kelly recently moved to Oklahoma to accept a position as the women’s minister at Quail Springs Baptist Church in Oklahoma City. We will miss her, but we are so excited for her new adventure!To celebrate her time on MARKED, we invited several surprise guests on the podcast to talk about how working with Kelly has "marked" them. We hope this episode models how to celebrate a leader well. LINKS"Conversations We're Still Thinking About" MARKED episodeKelly's Leading Well articles on the Lifeway Women blogLifeway Women Leadership TrainingMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Listen as we talk with one of our own fearless leaders, Becky Loyd. Becky shares her favorite parts of being a leader, the best advice she received, tough leadership lessons she learned along the way, and wise words for future leaders. 

This week on MARKED, our friend Anne Harrison shares how she offered a summer Bible study through her church's women's ministry that turned into a community-wide summer study. This past summer, over 250 women in her community walked through When You Pray together in their homes. What a picture of unity in a community! Listen in for the full story and for helpful tips on how you can do this, too. SHOW LINKS"How to Plan a Bible Study for Your Community" blog postWhen You Pray Bible StudyLifeway Women Leadership Training MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Listen in to one of our panels from Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum! Kelly King, Becky Loyd, and Anne Harrison discuss the results of the in-depth study Lifeway Research conducted on the state of ministry to women.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode talk about teen suicide. Some listeners may find certain topics uncomfortable.It's no surprise anxiety is at an all-time high among children. This episode, counselor Julie Lowe shares practical things parents can do to help their anxious children. Julie contributed to a new Lifeway product this year called The Life Counsel Bible by writing on ways to address anxiety in children and suicidal thoughts in teens. She shares signs parents should look for in teens who might have suicidal thoughts, and what parents should do if they notice these behaviors. SHOW LINKSLife Counsel Bible 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Biblical Counseling Resources MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode of MARKED with Scarlet Hiltibidal on living free from shame. 

Dr. Danny Akin, president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, joins us to talk about what inspired him to write his latest book about 10 women who have made an impact on the Kingdom. He also shares his thoughts on why there seems to be more women, especially single women, answering the call to serve as missionaries in difficult places. Thanks for listening!SHOW LINKSSoutheastern Baptist Theological Seminary10 Women Who Changed the World World Missions ClockMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode of MARKED about trends in women's ministry that Kelly and Elizabeth look forward to during springtime. ABOUT DR. DANNY AKINDr. Akin is married to Charlotte Akin. They have been married since May 27, 1978. They have four sons who all currently serve in the ministry. He has four daughters-in-law and fifteen grandchildren! Dr. Akin currently serves as the president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and is a Professor of Preaching and Theology. Dr. Akin and his wife, Charlotte, have traveled to Sudan, Turkey, Middle East, Kenya, Asia, Central Asia, Thailand, India, and Paraguay serving our students and missionaries and helping share the gospel.Website: danielakin.comTwitter: @DannyAkinFacebook: @drdanielakinInstagram: @danny_akin

Melissa Spoelstra is back with us this week to share details about her new Bible study on the Gospel of John! She discusses the Gospel of John's unique aspects and provides a behind-the-scenes look at the writing and filming process of the Bible study. Reflecting on how the Gospel of John has personally marked her, she encourages us all to experience the peace and hope that Jesus offers.SHOW LINKSIsaiah Bible Study The Gospel of John Bible Study MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Check out this excerpt from The Gospel of John Bible study!

We must make space in our lives to be fruitful. But how do we do that? And what does it mean that we were made to be fruitful? Yahaira Ramos joins us today to talk about her ministry, Fruitful Girl, and how we can live out the fruits of the spirit. SHOW LINKS@fruitfulgirl A Fruitful Life book Risen Apparel MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode of MARKED with Alexandra Hoover on how to have a resilient faith. 

We are all leaders because we all have influence. Making sure we are getting equipped to lead and are competent in what God’s Word tells us is essential as we recognize the leadership roles we hold both in our work and everyday lives. Heather Ross and Savannah Ward join us this episode to talk about some of their favorite ways for women to gain confidence in their leadership abilities and to grow in their knowledge of God’s Word. Thanks for listening!LINKSLifeway Women EventsLifeway Women AcademyLifeway Women Bible Studies You LeadLifeway Women’s Leadership Forum MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Take a step back in time to 2015 and listen to episode one of MARKED with guest Mo Isom that Savannah (Ivey) Ward and Mary Margaret (Collingsworth) West interviewed!

Most people are familiar with the five love languages: acts of service, receiving gifts, quality time, words of affirmation, and physical touch. What some people might not know, though, is the story of how they came to be. This episode, we talk with Dr. Gary Chapman, the author of The Five Love Languages book and Bible study (now with video access!), about the origin story of the five love languages. As Dr. Chapman shares the background of why he decided to write The Five Love Languages, you'll also gain a better understanding of  how people give and receive love differently. You'll want to listen to this episode with your husband!LINKSThe 5 Love Languages Quiz The 5 Love Languages BookThe 5 Love Languages Bible Study Book with Video Access The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace God Speaks Your Love Language MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Take a look at this blog post of Bible studies we recommend to do with your husband.

Events can serve as spiritual markers in one's walk with Christ. In this episode, Wendy Tomlinson takes us behind the scenes of our 2024 events as she shares details about Going Beyond, Lifeway Women Live, and our brand new event Feast with Kristi McLelland. Wendy also explains how churches can host simulcast events and the impact they can have on attendees. LINKS: Lifeway Women Events Going Beyond Live Going Beyond SimulcastLifeway Women Live Lifeway Women Simulcast Feast Kristi McLelland Bible Studies Priscilla Shirer Bible Studies Prepare Him Room Digital Events The Refuge – ministry for at-risk youth Lifeway Women Insiders Lifeway Women Street Team interest form MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Take a look at this blog post of our favorite moments from 2023 Lifeway Women Live Events. ABOUT WENDY TOMLINSONWendy Tomlinson lives just outside of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with her husband, Dan. She has young adult twins and a daughter-in-law whom she enjoys spending time with. She loves Bible study, travel, and chocolate! She is involved in women’s ministry at church and is a part of the digital and live event teams with Lifeway. She tells people all the time that ministry isn't what she "has" to do; it's what she "gets" to do! 

Have you ever wondered about the process of making a Christian film? Go behind the scenes with us as we talk to Karen Kingsbury about the making of her new film, Someone Like You. Based on Karen’s novel, Someone Like You is an achingly beautiful love story. After the tragic loss of his best friend, a grieving young architect launches a search for her secret twin sister. See it in theaters on April 2!LINKSSomeone Like YouMaggie’s Christmas MiracleA Thousand TomorrowsOne Chance FoundationWhere Yesterday LivesWhen We Were YoungMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Curious about what it’s like to work on a Christian magazine? Listen to this episode with David Bennet, editor of HomeLife at Lifeway.

We often hear John 15 talked about regarding how to abide in Christ. Tara Dew shares with us how this passage also teaches us about living a joy-filled life. Tara talks about some of the misconceptions women have about joy, including how joy and happiness are not the same thing. You won’t want to miss the encouraging and wise words she shares in this episode!LINKSOverflowing Joy: What Jesus Says About a Joy-Filled LifeNew Orleans Baptist Theological SeminarySplash the Living Water – Esther BurroughsThrive Ministry Wives Certificate HomeLife MagazineMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: “Take a deep drink in God’s promises!” and listen to Ellie Holcomb talk about her book, Fighting Words,  album, and children’s books.

You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Leaders are readers,” but have you considered what you can learn from listening to podcasts? Have you considered how some people are naturally more inclined to be auditory learners? Join the MARKED Podcast hosts, Elizabeth Hyndman and Kelly D. King, along with Lifeway’s Podcast Manager, Angie Elkins, as they record a live episode of the MARKED Podcast at Lifeway Women’s Leadership Forum and discuss how podcasts can be beneficial to your leadership. The best leaders are listeners!LINKSLet It Shine PodcastThe Glass House PodcastKnowing Faith Podcast with Katie McCoy: “Men and Women In a Broken World”The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership PodcastAsk N. T. Wright Anything PodcastMARKED Podcast episode with Laura and Francine Perry: “Transgender to Transformed”Confronting Christianity Podcast episode with Christy Thornton: “What in the World is the Trinity?”The Bible Project PodcastThe Holy Post PodcastSummit Life PodcastERLC PodcastLiving Single PodcastWomen & Work PodcastThis American Life PodcastThe MOTH PodcastMinistry Wives PodcastLead On PodcastMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: This week, check out Angie Elkin’s podcast, Let It Shine!

Listen in on one of our panels from Lifeway Women’s Leadership Forum! Kelly King, Becky Loyd, and Anne Harrison discuss the results of the in-depth study Lifeway Research conducted on the state of ministry to women. You won’t want to miss this episode filled with fascinating statistics and practical tips for women’s ministry in the local church. RESOURCESLifeway Women's Leadership ForumHis Glory, Her Good student ministry podcastLifeway's State of Ministry to Women researchState of Ministry to Women panel slidesMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Check out this blog post Kelly wrote about women's ministry trends for 2024!

Welcome to 2024! We are so excited to share our conversation with you about all of the exciting things we have coming up this year, as well as look back at some of our favorite experiences in 2023. Kelly and Elizabeth discuss how they’re celebrating in the new year, what Lifeway books and events they’re looking forward to, and what “MARKED” them in 2023. Thank you for listening!BOOK LINKSThe Bible in a Year Bible Study Book by Kandi GallatyLifeway Women AcademySermon on the Mount Bible Study Book by Jen WilkinOld Testament Handbook and New Testament HandbookThe Gospel of John Bible Study Book by Melissa SpoelstraAlive Bible Study Book by Lifeway Women Come Home Bible Study Book by Caroline SaundersEphesians Bible Study Book by Jackie Hill Perry, Jasmine Holmes, and Melissa KrugerRevelation Bible Study Book by Jen WilkinLuke in the Land Bible Study Book by Kristi McLellandJoy to the World Bible Study Book with music by Ellie Holcomb (link coming soon!)Dwell Differently Bible Study Book by Vera Schmitz and Natalie Abbott (link coming soon!)Esther Bible Study Book by Kelly Minter (link coming soon!)EVENT LINKSLifeway Women EventsGoing Beyond LiveLifeway Women’s Leadership ForumMARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Check out this Lifeway Women blog post to learn more about Bible studies that will help you form better habits in the new year.

Merry Christmas from the MARKED Podcast team! Throughout the year, we asked several of our guests to read a few verses from the Christmas story, so we have compiled them together for you to listen to and be reminded of the truth of why we celebrate Christmas. Please enjoy this special Christmas episode by listening to a reading of the Christmas story—Luke 2:1-40.LINKS:Luke 2:1-40 (CSB)MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman.RECOMMENDED: Listen to Kelly and Elizabeth talk about Christmas traditions they practice in their churches—everything from hair catching on fire to Christmas carols to Advent candles. In this Christmas episode, 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.

We've had an amazing year on MARKED with so many unforgettable moments. Kelly and Elizabeth, along with Erin, our producer, and Caleb, our audio editor, reflect on conversations with our guests that we're still talking about. Listen in to key clips we pulled from episodes in 2023 as we discuss how these conversations have "marked" us! FULL EPISODES MENTIONED: Richard Blackaby Rebecca McLaughlin Dean Inserra When You Pray | Jackie Hill Perry and Jen Wilkin Amy-Jo Girardier on Reaching Gen Z and Gen Alpha Vaneetha Risner Chelsea Sobolik LWA: Christy Thornton on Theology Irene Sun on Understanding Hebrew Poetry Lifeway Women Academy Miniseries on YouTube RESOURCES: When You Pray Bible study MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Go back to the beginning of the year and listen to Kelly and Elizabeth ring in 2023! They discuss their goals, habits, ideas, and more for the year.

Sam Allberry debunks some of the myths of singleness, talks about writing a book that teaches kids how marriage points us to God's love, and shares ways couples and families can include their single friends in their holiday plans. Plus, he gives advice for those of us who will be seeing and celebrating with loved ones during the holidays who identify as LGBTQ+ or who have different views on sexuality than we do. RESOURCES: 7 Myths about Singleness Is God Anti-Gay? God's Go-Togethers God's Signposts MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Hear the powerful story of Laura Perry and her mother Francine as they share the story of Transgender to Transformed. ABOUT SAM ALLBERRY Sam Allberry is a pastor, preacher and apologist. He is the author of various books, the most recent of which is What God Has to Say About Our Bodies and the cohost of the podcast You’re Not Crazy: Gospel Sanity for Young Pastors. He is the Associate Pastor at Immanuel Nashville and a Fellow at the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics.

During the holiday season, we are encouraged to celebrate at all of the parties, ceremonies, and family get-togethers we attend. But we also know that there can be a lot of fear and expectations that come with those celebrations. Author and licensed therapist Nicole Zasowski shares how we can release our fears, choose joy, and find the courage to celebrate during the holiday season, even when we come face to face with those living the lives we think we want. RESOURCES: From Lost to Found What if It’s Wonderful "What if It's Wonderful in the Glass House" podcast episode MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to Lifeway Women director Becky Loyd share her top leadership lessons and how she's learned to depend on the Lord in her life—because "the more you depend on the Lord, the better things are going to turn out for you." ABOUT NICOLE ZASOWSKI Nicole Zasowski is a licensed marriage and family therapist, sought-after speaker, and author of What If It’s Wonderful? and From Lost to Found. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and three young children. Nicole would love to connect with you on her website: nicolezasowski.com

Lifeway Women author Hannah Anderson joins us to talk about writing her new Bible study book, Life Under the Sun: The Unexpectedly Good News of Ecclesiastes. Hannah is a prolific writer as she's written many books, including a children's book and now a Bible study! We often think of art and beauty when think of Hannah's writing, so we loved our conversation with her about what place art and beauty have in Ecclesiastes. Plus, listen to the end of the episode to hear the final part of Edouard Ndecky's story in our special four-part series about Operation Christmas Child. This week, Edouard shares how Operation Christmas Child has marked him on this side of the shoebox as he has had the opportunity to tell of God's faithfulness through his story. National Collection Week is November 13–20, 2023, and you can help shape a child’s life by packing a shoebox gift too!    RESOURCES: Life Under the Sun Bible Study Book The World God Made Other Books by Hannah Anderson Operation Christmas Child MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to Jackie Hill Perry and Jen Wilkin on two types of prayer they wrote about in the Bible study, When You Pray: petition and praise. ABOUT HANNAH ANDERSON Hannah Anderson is an author and Bible teacher who lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Her books include Humble Roots: How Humility Grounds and Nourishes Your Soul, Turning of Days: Lessons from Nature, Season, and Spirit, and the recently released, Heaven and Nature Sing. Hannah’s goal is to encourage believers to think deeply and broadly about how the gospel transforms every area of life. You can connect with her at her blog sometimesalight.com and on X @sometimesalight. ABOUT EDOUARD NDECKY Edouard grew up in a happy home in West Africa, though his family didn’t have a lot of material possessions. His father, a pastor, would encourage Edouard to find hope in God’s love. When Edouard received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift at age fourteen, he saw it as a gift from God.

Laura Wifler, the cofounder of Risen Motherhood, shared with us how the well-known ministry and non-profit began with the goal of encouraging, equipping, and challenging moms to apply the gospel to their everyday lives. We loved talking with her about how women can champion one another, no matter the path they choose, in regard to working, staying at home, making choices about education, and so much more. Plus, make sure to keep listening until the end of the episode for part three of our conversation with Edouard Ndecky! Today, Edouard shared how his community was "marked" by his shoebox since it became a tool to share the gospel with his community. Through this four-part series, you’ll learn how the shoebox gift Edouard received contained much-needed items, along with a fun gift that brought joy for years to come. National Collection Week is November 13–20, 2023, and you can help shape a child’s life by packing a shoebox gift too!    RESOURCES: Risen Motherhood Risen Motherhood book Risen Motherhood Podcast Like Me children's book Operation Christmas Child MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to our conversation with Courtney Moore about the mission behind Women & Work, as well as how it got started and what her hope is for the book. ABOUT LAURA WIFLER Laura Wifler is a writer, podcaster, and cofounder of Risen Motherhood and is based in central Iowa. She has authored several books for children, including the award-winning Any Time, Any Place, Any Prayer, and is the coauthor of the Risen Motherhood book. ABOUT EDOUARD NDECKY Edouard grew up in a happy home in West Africa, though his family didn’t have a lot of material possessions. His father, a pastor, would encourage Edouard to find hope in God’s love. When Edouard received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift at age fourteen, he saw it as a gift from God.

This week we're talking to Chuck Peters, director of Lifeway's kids ministry, about Hyfi—a new curriculum to reach the next generation. We loved this energizing, fun conversation with Chuck as we learned more about Hyfi and what makes this completely digital resource different from other curriculums. Designed to root the next generation's identity in Christ, Hyfi is an exciting new approach to ministry. We can't wait for you to learn more about this amazing new resource for the church! Also, make sure to listen to the end of this episode for part two of a special four-part series where we talk to Edouard Ndecky about Operation Christmas Child! This week, Edouard shares how receiving the shoebox "marked" his life. Through this four-part series, you’ll learn how the shoebox gift Edouard received contained much-needed items, along with a fun gift that brought joy for years to come. National Collection Week is November 13–20, 2023, and you can help shape a child’s life by packing a shoebox gift too!    RESOURCES: Flip the Script Hyfi The Gospel Project Operation Christmas Child MARKED episode with Amy-Jo Girardier MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen in to our conversation with Jana Magruder about ways we can connect to new families in our communities and schools, as well as how leaders can be an encouragement to both kids and parents they minister to. ABOUT CHUCK PETERS Chuck Peters is the director of Lifeway Kids. Before his role at Lifeway, Chuck had a prolific career in television and video production. He is a 3-time Emmy Award Winning producer, director, writer and on-screen talent. A graduate of Columbia Bible College, Chuck, and his wife, Cris, have served in student and children’s ministry for many years. ABOUT EDOUARD NDECKY Edouard grew up in a happy home in West Africa, though his family didn’t have a lot of material possessions. His father, a pastor, would encourage Edouard to find hope in God’s love. When Edouard received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift at age fourteen, he saw it as a gift from God.

Irene Sun joins us to have a conversation on gratitude, the psalms, and why it's important for Christians today to read the poetical books and wisdom literature. She unpacks the meaning of the Hebrew term hesed and shares more information about the new Bible study, Grateful: Foster a Heart of Gratitude that she was a contributing writer to. Also, make sure to listen to the end of this episode for part one of a special four-part series where we talk to Edouard Ndecky about Operation Christmas Child! This week, Edouard shares how his father being chosen by God to be a pastor in Senegal shaped his family's lives and set Edouard up to have a soft heart for the gospel. Through this four-part series, you'll learn how the shoebox gift Edouard received contained much-needed items, along with a fun gift that brought joy for years to come. National Collection Week is November 13–20, 2023, and you can help shape a child's life by packing a shoebox gift too!    RESOURCES: Grateful Bible Study Book Lifeway Women Academy Operation Christmas Child MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Want to learn more about Operation Christmas Child? Listen to Izabella McMillon's story where she shared her shoebox story and how this unexpected gift of God's love was life-changing for her. ABOUT IRENE SUN Irene Sun was born in Malaysia and is the author of the picture books Taste and See: All About God’s Goodness and God Counts: Numbers in His Word and His World. She studied liturgy and literature at Yale University (MAR) and Old Testament and Semitic Languages at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (ThM). She now teaches her four boys at home with her preacher husband, Hans. They joyfully belong to Pittsburgh Chinese Church. ABOUT EDOUARD NDECKY Edouard grew up in a happy home in West Africa, though his family didn’t have a lot of material possessions. His father, a pastor, would encourage Edouard to find hope in God’s love. When Edouard received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift at age fourteen, he saw it as a gift from God.

Today we have our friend Rachel Lovingood with us! During our conversation, Rachel shared her heart for women reaching women and what changes she's seen in the church over the years as she's worked in women's ministry. She also gave us several practical tips for reaching women beyond the walls of the church, as well as fun and creative event essentials for hosting women's ministry events. Listen in to our conversation! We're so glad you've joined us. RESOURCES: Going Beyond Live with Priscilla Shirer GroupMe messaging app Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum Lifeway Women Live Women's Ministry Resources by Rachel Lovingood You Lead training events MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Want to learn how to reach the younger generations in your ministry? Listen to Amy-Jo Girardier share on how to Gen Z and Gen Alpha here. ABOUT RACHEL LOVINGOOD Rachel has been doing ministry with her husband Jeff for thirty years, and they have three grown children, three who married into the family, and now five littles. She is an author, speaker and teacher with a knack for teaching biblical truths in a simple, fun, relevant way so that they can be applied to everyday life. Her passion is to see lives transformed by the Word of God which is what happens when Scripture is applied to our lives. Rachel serves as a women's ministry leader at her home church of FBC in Cleveland, TN. 

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode talk about suicide and the death of a relative. Some listeners may find certain topics uncomfortable. Author Scarlet Hiltibidal joins us today to talk about her new Bible study, Ashamed: Fighting Shame with the Word of God. Scarlet's first Bible study with Lifeway Women walked through how to fight anxiety with the Word of God, and this new one discusses the subject of shame. Scarlet shares why these subjects matter to her, as well as how she believes women can practically live in freedom with the understanding that Christ took their shame on the cross. Listen in to our conversation! RESOURCES: Anxious Bible Study Book  Ashamed Bible Study Book  You’re the Worst Person in the World  Afraid of All the Things  He Numbered the Pores on My Face  Anxious Bible Study Book in Spanish, Ansiedad - Estudio bíblico con videos para mujeres  MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to author Jennifer Rothschild on how we can confidently place our trust in God, no matter the circumstances.

Today, author Amy Baik Lee talks with us about her new book, This Homeward Ache. The theme of "place" is prominent in the book, as well as in Amy's life and interests. She shares with us how embracing our places helps us to look forward to the future, as well as how we can encourage others to develop creativity in their work. RESOURCES This Homeward Ache Other books by Amy Baik Lee MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to our conversation with Sally Lloyd-Jones, the New York Times bestselling author of The Jesus Storybook Bible and twenty-four other books. She talks with Kelly and Elizabeth about her writing journey and how bringing joy to children through her books is her calling. About Amy Baik Lee Amy Baik Lee is a contributing writer for the Cultivating Project and the Rabbit Room, a literary member of the Anselm Society Arts Guild, and the author of This Homeward Ache. A lifelong reader and listener of stories, she holds an MA in English literature from the University of Virginia. She writes at a desk that looks out on a small cottage garden in Colorado, usually surrounded by her husband’s woodworking projects, her two daughters’ creative endeavors, and patient cups of rooibos tea. 

Courtney Moore joins us today to talk about Women & Work: Bearing God's Image and Joining in His Mission Through Our Work. She shares the mission behind the ministry of Women & Work, as well as how it got started and what her hope is for the book. Enjoy! RESOURCES: Journeyman - IMB Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum Women & Work Women & Work Podcast LINKS FROM COURTNEY ON HOW YOU CAN HELP: El Paso Migrant Center Abara Borderland Connections Rescue Mission of El Paso Opportunity Center for the Homeless Salvation Army: El Paso Migrant Services Campaign Sacred Heart Church Reynolds Home SCRIPTURE: Colossians 3:17 Proverbs 31:10-31 Numbers 14:24 MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode where we talked with Carey Nieuwhof about his latest book, At Your Best. Gain some insight as we talk about stress, rest and priorities. Learn effective strategies that will help you gain control and thrive in your life! ABOUT COURTNEY MOORE Courtney Moore is the founder and president of the nonprofit organization, Women & Work, as well as co-host of the Women & Work Podcast. Courtney is passionate about seeing Jesus Christ honored by women as they steward their gifts and leverage their unique potential for His glory. She and Brent parent their three kids in El Paso, Texas where Brent pastors. Her new book, Women & Work: Bearing God’s Image and Joining in His Mission through our Work, is available for purchase nationwide. Follow Courtney on Instagram at @coutneyl.moore or @womenwork_net. 

Today we're going behind-the-scenes at Lifeway and learning all about the process of putting together a Christian magazine. Is working on a magazine as glamorous as the movies make it out to be? HomeLife editor David Bennett shares what it's like to work on a monthly magazine, as well as what what the mission of HomeLife is and what some of his favorite monthly columns are. RESOURCES: HomeLife Magazine Lifeway Women Facebook Lifeway Women Instagram Lifeway Kids Open Windows Magazine MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Have you ever wondered what the writing process looks like between an author and her editor? Check out this episode where we talked with Bible study author Jennifer Rothschild and her longtime editor, Mike Wakefield, to learn about their unique writing process and why that relationship is so important. ABOUT DAVID BENNETT David Bennett is managing editor of HomeLife and Open Windows. Prior to this, David was responsible for the ideation, design, and production of student ministry resources and programs. He is author of Critical Decisions: Clarity in the Journey, coauthor of Share Jesus Without Fear Student Edition, and for several years was been a contributor for FCA’S The Athlete’s Bible. He edited the first Beth Moore student resource, cohosted the Experiencing God Youth Video Series with Henry Blackaby, and coordinated the First Place youth health program. David has also served as camp pastor for CentriKid Camps, taught creative dramatics, Bible, and mixed woodwinds. He has served church staffs in Tennessee and South Carolina and has directed regional and national youth events. He attended Clemson University and the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He will never forget meeting his wife, Kimberly, at 2:10 p.m. CT on his fifth day in Nashville. He and his wife have three daughters: Mary Claire, Caroline, and Sarah Kate.

Today we're talking with Alexandra Hoover about her new Bible study, Without Wavering: Resilient Faith Built on the Promises of God. Alexandra shares some of her favorite takeaways from her first time writing a Bible study, as well as how she's seen the Lord be faithful in her life over the past year. Have you wondered how to build a faith that is without wavering, and how we can be women who live from a firm foundation of faith in certainty and confidence? Listen in to learn more! RESOURCES: Alexandra's Bible study book, Without Wavering Book, Eyes Up Jennifer Rothschild's Bible study book, Take Courage Leadership event, Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum SCRIPTURE: Psalm 37:23-34 1 Thessalonians 5:24 Hebrews 10:23-25 MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to Ellie Holcomb as she shares about her devotional, Fighting Words, and how we can speak truth into the darkness. ABOUT ALEXANDRA HOOVER Alexandra Hoover is a wife, mother of three, speaker, ministry leader, Bible teacher, and best-selling author of Eyes Up: How to Trust God’s Heart by Tracing His Hand. Her new Bible study Without Wavering is available at lifeway.com/withoutwavering. Find her at alexandravhoover.com and follow her at @alexandravhoover on Instagram.

This month on MARKED, we’re doing a fun new miniseries all about Lifeway Women Academy. Each episode of this series will release on Wednesdays, and Elizabeth Woodson joins Elizabeth Hyndman to talk to a Lifeway Women Academy teacher about her journey into theological education and how studying theology has marked her in her walk with Christ.  For the last episode of our Lifeway Women Academy miniseries, we talked to Courtney Doctor. Courtney taught Romans and Paul’s letters to church leaders in our New Testament Survey course. These books are packed with theological issues, so we asked Courtney what advice she would give to someone when she comes to a passage that is either difficult or has multiple interpretations. Listen in to our conversation to hear her wise counsel! RESOURCES: Covenant Theological Seminary Dallas Theological Seminary In View of God's Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans Bible Study Book by Courtney Doctor Lifeway Women Academy LWA: New Testament Survey MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Elizabeth Woodson and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Check out our interview with DeeDee Williams on how she is passionate about studying the Old Testament and why it’s important for women to understand and see the beauty in the Old Testament as well as the New. About Courtney Doctor Courtney is an author and Bible teacher. She received an MDiv from Covenant Theological Seminary in 2013 and is the author of In View of God’s Mercies, a 9-session study on the book of Romans,  From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible’s Story, Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James, and co-author of Remember Your Joy: A Bible Study of Salvation Stories in the Old Testament. She currently serves as the Coordinator of Women’s Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. Her greatest desire in all of this is to be able to faithfully study, apply, and teach the Word of God and help others to do the same.  God has blessed Courtney and her husband, Craig, with four wonderful children, two amazing daughters-in-law, five precious grandchildren, and a spunky Bernedoodle named Walter. Find her online at courtneydoctor.org.

Today we're celebrating 200 episodes of the MARKED Podcast! We wanted to take an episode to celebrate God's faithfulness with MARKED over the years, so come along with us as Kelly and Elizabeth recall some of our favorite moments, talk about the logistics of making a podcast, share which of our episodes are the most listened-to, and more. Thanks for listening! RESOURCES: Chatologie with Angie Elkins MARKED Podcast episode with Point of Grace MARKED Podcast episode with Beth Moore MARKED Podcast episode with Laura and Francine Perry | Transgender to Reformed MARKED Podcast episode with Kelly Minter and April Dace MARKED Podcast episode with Ellie Holcomb MARKED Podcast episode with Amy-Jo Girardier MARKED Podcast episode with Chris Adams MARKED Podcast Lifeway Women Academy miniseries | Jen Wilkin on Hermeneutics MARKED Podcast episode with Jennifer Rothschild RECOMMENDED: Interested in getting another behind-the-scenes peek of Lifeway Women? Check out this behind-the-scenes blog post of The Gospel on the Ground Bible study production. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. ABOUT ELIZABETH HYNDMAN Elizabeth reads, writes, and argues about the nuances of punctuation. Officially, she’s an Editorial Project Leader at Lifeway. She managed to find a job where she uses both her English undergraduate and her seminary graduate degrees every day. Elizabeth grew up in Nashville, sips chai lattes every chance she can get, and believes everyone should have a “funny picture” pose at the ready. Follow her on Twitter or Instagram. ABOUT KELLY KING Kelly is the manager of Magazines/Devotional Publishing and Women’s Ministry Training for Lifeway Christian Resources. She holds a Master of Theology degree from Gateway Seminary and was previously an adjunct professor at Oklahoma Baptist University while serving as the Women’s Specialist for the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma. Kelly continues to serve in local church ministry as a women’s ministry volunteer and small group leader for high school girls. She is the author of Ministry to Women: The Essential Guide to Leading Women in the Local Church.

This month on MARKED, we’re doing a fun new miniseries all about Lifeway Women Academy. Each episode of this series will release on Wednesdays, and Elizabeth Woodson joins Elizabeth Hyndman to talk to a Lifeway Women Academy teacher about her journey into theological education and how studying theology has marked her in her walk with Christ. This week, we talked with DeeDee Williams about how she is passionate about studying the Old Testament and why it's important for women to understand and see the beauty in the Old Testament as well as the New Testament. We’re so glad you’ve joined us today! Learn more about Lifeway Women Academy here: lifeway.com/academy. RESOURCES: Lifeway Women Academy LWA: Old Testament Survey Ouachita Baptist University  Passion Conferences - For His Renown  MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Elizabeth Woodson and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Check out our conversation in this special Lifeway Women Academy miniseries with Christy Thornton on theology. About DeeDee Williams For over 20 years, DeeDee Williams has served in ministry in a variety of roles. She has served as a girl's minister at Champion Forrest Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, has written devotionals in the Psalms and Proverbs Devotional for Women, and has written and taught Bible studies in various churches over the years. DeeDee has also served as an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. In an effort to equip herself to serve the church well, DeeDee has a Masters of Divinity in Biblical Languages through Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and is currently in the final stage of earning her PhD in Biblical Theology through New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. DeeDee is married to Andrew Williams and has three children, Kenzie (15), Wyatt (11), and Maddie (9). She has served alongside her husband as a pastor's wife for over a decade. Currently, she and her family now reside in New Orleans where her husband works as the Associate Vice President of Auxiliary Services and Operations and is also the Assistant Professor of Expository Preaching for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. They are thrilled to be a part of what God is doing on the campus and to be involved in the student’s lives as they pursue God’s calling through theological education. Above all, DeeDee loves Jesus and desires to see Bible literacy grow and produce fruit as theological education empowers and equips the local church.

This week on the MARKED Podcast, we talked with Melissa Kruger about leadership. She shared how she developed a passion for helping women discover their calling to leadership, as well as how she's seen God's faithfulness in her leadership journey.  We discuss why it's important for women to lean into their own leadership development, and how one of the discrepancies we often see for women in leadership—especially in ministry—is either the financial resources or support given to attend leadership conferences. How can women be an advocate for asking their leader to see this need? Listen in to find out! RESOURCES: Let's Talk Podcast Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum TGC MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to Courtney Doctor as she shares how we can encourage women to dig deeper into their knowledge of the Word of God. About Melissa Kruger Melissa Kruger serves as vice president of discipleship programming for The Gospel Coalition (TGC). She’s the author of multiple books, including The Envy of Eve: Finding Contentment in a Covetous World, Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood, Growing Together: Taking Mentoring Beyond Small Talk and Prayer Requests, and Wherever You Go I Want You to Know. Her husband, Mike, is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, and they have three children.

This month on MARKED, we’re doing a fun new miniseries all about Lifeway Women Academy. Each episode of this series will release on Wednesdays, and Elizabeth Woodson joins Elizabeth Hyndman to talk to a Lifeway Women Academy teacher about her journey into theological education and how studying theology has marked her in her walk with Christ.  This week, we talked with Christy Thornton about why Christians are hesitant to talk about the Trinity and why we should all want to learn theology. We’re so glad you’ve joined us today!  RESOURCES: Lifeway Women Academy Lifeway Women Bible Studies Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary What We Believe: Theology 101 MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Elizabeth Woodson and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Check out our first conversation in this special Lifeway Women Academy miniseries with Jen Wilkin on hermeneutics. About Christy Thornton Christy Thornton desires to help the church mature as Christians grow in clarity of the Gospel and the ability to effectively communicate it to one another and the world. She has served with the International Mission Board in North Africa, and is currently a covenant member at the Summit Church. She has contributed to The Gospel Coalition, Christianity Today, and numerous other publications.

Anthony Evans joins the conversation this week to talk all things Going Beyond and growing up in a ministry family, which includes his father, Dr. Tony Evans, and sister Priscilla Shirer. Anthony leads worship and Priscilla teaches at Going Beyond events, and Anthony share how special that sibling relationship is to him. He also tells us some fun behind-the-scenes stories of working in the music industry, such as being "The Beast" at the Hollywood Bowl and an unexpected encounter with James Corden at a nail salon. RESOURCES: Going Beyond Simulcast James Corden video MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen an interview with Anthony's sister Priscilla Shirer about life in ministry as a family and finding identity in Christ. Growing up in a family of accomplished speakers and authors: father, Dr. Tony Evans, and siblings, Chrystal Evans Hurst, Priscilla Shirer, and Jonathan Evans; Anthony chose to be a worship leader, singer and producer. In a music industry with pre-defined sounds, Anthony decided to make his own path with his unique genre crossing, one-of-a-kind style. As the son of a world-renowned pastor, Anthony left the comforts of Dallas, Texas, (and the Bible-belt) and took his talent and entrepreneurial abilities to Los Angeles. For more than two decades, his career has been about breaking down walls and taking unexpected routes to bring his faith and influence and impact outside of the church walls.  This impact includes 10 solo records, two of which hit the #1 spot on Billboard’s Top Gospel Album charts, Vocal production for TV/Film, record production, acting, songwriting, talent production, a starring role in Disney’s Hollywood Bowl Production of Beauty and the Beast, and a spot on the hit TV show, The Voice. In addition to all of these endeavors, Anthony has written or co-written three books, the latest—When Faith Meets Therapy, with psychotherapist Stacy Kaiser. This project addresses the intersection of his faith with the practicality of psychotherapy.  In whatever he accomplishes, Anthony’s desire is to share his life and authentic faith with transparency and honesty: “I am sure of this, that he who started a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus” (Phil. 1:6).

This month on MARKED, we’re doing a fun new miniseries all about Lifeway Women Academy. Each episode of this series will release on Wednesdays, and Elizabeth Woodson joins Elizabeth Hyndman to talk to a Lifeway Women Academy teacher about her journey into theological education and how studying theology has marked her in her walk with Christ.  This week, we talked with Jen Wilkin about why it's important for women to study Scripture for themselves and how women can use their theological educations—whether through seminary, Lifeway Women Academy, or self-taught—in their everyday lives as disciples. We’re so glad you’ve joined us today!   RESOURCES: How to Study the Bible: Hermeneutics 101  Lifeway Women Academy Systematic Theology  MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Elizabeth Woodson and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to our conversation with Jen about her latest Bible study book, Abide: A Study of 1,2, & 3 John. JEN WILKIN is an author and Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. She hasorganized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurchcontexts. Her passion is to see others become articulate and committedfollowers of Christ, with a clear understanding of why they believewhat they believe, grounded in the Word of God. Jen is the author ofTen Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands;Women of the Word; None Like Him; In His Image; and Bible studiesexploring the Sermon on the Mount and the books of Genesis, Exodus,Hebrews, 1 Peter, and 1, 2, 3 John. You can find her at jenwilkin.net.

Amy-Jo Girardier joins us on MARKED this week to discuss how to reach the next generations of Gen Z and Gen Alpha. As a pioneer of girl's ministry, she shares how Gen Z stole her heart and gave her a passion for understanding the generations. RESOURCES: Authentic Love Teen Girls' Bible Study Book by Amy-Jo Girardier Faithful One Teen Girls' Bible Study eBook by Amy-Jo Girardier James Teen Girls' Bible Study Book by Amy-Jo Girardier This Is Girls Ministry book by Amanda Mejias *The initial leadership models in the generational charts are from Mark McCrindle. Amy-Jo has contextualized them for ministry uses and combined it with firsthand experience with Gen Z and Gen Alpha. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen here to an interview with Amanda Mejias, Lifeway's brand specialist for girls ministry, who shares valuable information about girls ministry. Amy-Jo Girardier loves how God uniquely makes people and generations for His glory.  She is the women's minister and has served as girls minister for nineteen years at Brentwood Baptist in Brentwood, Tennessee. She is an author of three Lifeway Bible studies and loves writing resources for teen girls and women. Amy-Jo loves getting to serve with her husband Darrel on staff and being with their two boys: Scout and Skylar. You can find her on Instagram: @amyjogirardier. 

This week on MARKED, Melissa Spoelstra joins us, and we switch it up a bit with Elizabeth interviewing both Kelly and Melissa about You Lead 2.0! Kelly and Melissa discuss the women's leadership training event You Lead 2.0—what kinds of topics will be covered, what excites them about the event, and who should come. You Lead 2.0 is a special 2-day You Lead event where you’ll gain encouragement and be equipped by Lifeway Women authors and leadership experts. With real-life application and breakouts sessions to choose from, you can customize your You Lead experience to wherever God is calling you. Join us September 8–9, 2023! RESOURCES MENTIONED: Lifeway Women Academy Lifeway Women Events Isaiah Bible Study Book by Melissa Spoelstra The Gospel of John Bible Study Book by Melissa Spoelstra You Lead 2.0 You Lead MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to our first MARKED interview with Melissa where we discussed the Isaiah Bible Study Book she wrote here. Plus, sign up for the free Lifeway Women online Bible study where we'll be studying Isaiah—a 7-session study by Melissa Spoelstra—starting on August 17. You’ll be able to watch the weekly teaching videos for free until October 12, 2023! All you'll need is a copy of the Bible study book to follow along with the discussion. So join us! Melissa Spoelstra is a women's conference speaker, Bible teacher, and author who is madly in love with Jesus and passionate about helping others to seek Christ and know Him more intimately. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Bible Theology and is a contributor to Proverbs 31 ministries First Five app. She is the author of Isaiah: Striving Less and Trusting God More with Lifeway Women as well as eight other Bible studies and four books. Melissa makes her home in Waxahachie, Texas, with her pastor husband and has four adult-ish children.

Our friend Chris Adams joins us today to talk about several upcoming Lifeway Women Bible studies she's looking forward to this fall. Plus, she and Kelly share their three best tips for women's ministry leaders. Chris helped pioneer new ground for women's ministry as she served as the senior lead women's ministry specialist at Lifeway for over twenty-two years. In this episode of MARKED, Chris shared what she remembers happening in churches during the 1990s and how the rise of women’s ministry happened. Keep listening until the end to hear her impactful story of what has marked her in her walk with Christ! RESOURCES MENTIONED:Abide Bible Study BookAs for Me Bible Study BookA Woman's Heart Bible Study BookChris Adam's BlogDevoted Bible Study BookDiscerning the Voice of God Bible Study BookExperiencing God Bible Study BookEyes Up bookFervent bookFoundations (F260) devotional booksGrateful Bible Study BookSeven Realities for Experiencing God Bible Study BookLifeway Women BibleLifeway Women Online Bible StudiesLifeway Women AcademyLifeway Women's Leadership ForumNavigating Gospel Truth Bible Study BookPsalm 23 Bible Study BookStepping Up Bible Study BookThe Armor of God Bible Study BookWhen You Pray Bible Study BookWhen You Pray Group Experience BoxWithout Wavering Bible Study Book MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. RECOMMENDED: Listen to a behind-the-scenes episode of Lifeway Women Bible Studies with content editor Laura Magness here. Read a blog on the importance of inductive Bible study here. Chris Adams is an author, speaker, blogger, and women’s ministry consultant. She retired from Lifeway Christian Resources in 2017 after serving over twenty-two years as senior lead women’s ministry specialist. Chris helped pioneer women’s ministry as we know it today and compiled three women’s leadership books: Women Reaching Women, Transformed Lives, and Women Reaching Women in Crisis. As a part of her ongoing work at Lifeway, Chris served as executive editor of Journey, a women’s devotional magazine and was an ongoing writer for the Lifeway Women’s leadership blog. In 2008, she received the Career of Excellence award at Lifeway. Prior to her employment at Lifeway, she was the special ministries coordinator at Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, Texas, overseeing women’s ministry and missions education. When she’s not consulting, speaking to women, and training women’s ministry leaders, you can find her reading, with family, or spending time at the beach. Chris married Pat in 1971. They have twin daughters, two sons in law, fourteen grandchildren, four great-grands, and a seven-pound blind Yorkie named Mo. A self-proclaimed chocolate connoisseur, Chris is famous for her toffee, which she never seemed to bring enough of according to her coworkers and friends. Twitter & Instagram: @chrisadams4Facebook: facebook.com/chrisadams4 & facebook.com/chrismcphersonadamsWebsite: chrisadams.blog

Today we welcome Adrienne Camp back to the podcast to discuss her new Bible study, As for Me! Adrienne shares how she landed on the title of the study, why she believes it's important to look for Jesus in the pages of the Old Testament, and a few behind-the-scenes stories of filming the teaching videos in Southern California. In the As for Me Bible study, Adrienne invites you to join her on a journey through the book of Psalms. Gain a deeper understanding of who God is and be encouraged to hold on to Him no matter what is happening around you. Let the psalms become the prayers you carry with you into every moment of every day, so that you, too, can say with confidence, “As for me, I will worship and serve the Lord no matter what.” Resources: As for Me Bible Study BookLifeway Women Live YWAM  MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/. Hosted by Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman. Listen to our first MARKED interview with Adrienne where we discussed how she did the music for The Wonder of Advent Bible study here!

Until July 31, we are offering the Take Courage audio teaching sessions to you for free! In this 7-session study on the book of Haggai by Jennifer Rothschild, you’ll learn to walk confidently in your calling, stay motivated despite opposition, and courageously invest your life in God’s purposes, trusting Him for results you may never see in this lifetime. Jennifer wraps up the study in Session 7 by sharing the four "I cans" of a courageous woman. She gives a final invitation for us to take courage, exhorting us to live alert, stand firm, be courageous, and be strong. Show notes:Take Courage Bible Study BookOther Bible Studies by Jennifer RothschildLifeway Women Live

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Until July 31, we are offering the Take Courage audio teaching sessions to you for free! In this 7-session study on the book of Haggai by Jennifer Rothschild, you’ll learn to walk […] The post MARKED | Take Courage Session 2 appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Until July 31, we are offering the Take Courage audio teaching sessions to you for free! In this 7-session study on the book of Haggai, you’ll learn to walk confidently […] The post MARKED | Take Courage Session 1 appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we’re taking you behind-the-scenes of Lifeway Women as we talk with our very own Laura Magness! Have you ever wondered about the process of how a Bible study comes […] The post MARKED | Laura Magness appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Our culture wrestles with gender identity and gender dysphoria in many ways. Today, we talked with author Katie J. McCoy, who has recently written a book, To Be a Woman, […] The post MARKED | Katie J. McCoy appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Author and policy director Chelsea Patterson Sobolik joins us today to discuss adoption, longing for motherhood, and her new book, Called to Cultivate. Every woman has experienced longing, even if […] The post MARKED | Chelsea Sobolik appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we welcome Vaneetha Risner to discuss her new Bible study, Desperate for Hope. Have you ever asked, Why am I going through this? What if this never gets better? […] The post MARKED | Vaneetha Risner appeared first on Lifeway Women.

As a conclusion for the When You Pray series of podcast episodes, we’re offering something a little different today. This episode is a guided prayer episode. So, you might want […] The post MARKED | When You Pray Guided Prayer appeared first on Lifeway Women.

We’re offering a special series on prayer related to the newly-released Bible study When You Pray: A Study of Six Prayers in the Bible. This 7-session study from Lifeway Women […] The post MARKED | When You Pray | Kelly Minter and Jennifer Rothschild appeared first on Lifeway Women.

We’re offering a special series on prayer related to the newly-released Bible study When You Pray: A Study of Six Prayers in the Bible. This 7-session study from Lifeway Women […] The post MARKED | When You Pray | Jada Edwards and Kristi McLelland appeared first on Lifeway Women.

We’re offering a special series on prayer related to the newly-released Bible study When You Pray: A Study of Six Prayers in the Bible. This 7-session study from Lifeway Women […] The post MARKED | When You Pray | Jackie Hill Perry and Jen Wilkin appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Dean Inserra joins us on the podcast today as we discuss the local church, why it’s important for us as Christians to invest locally, what we can do to help […] The post MARKED | Dean Inserra appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Professor and counselor Kristin Kellen, joins us today on the podcast to discuss her book, Counseling Women, a biblically grounded resource addressing common struggles that women face. We discuss issues […] The post MARKED | Kristin Kellen appeared first on Lifeway Women.

It’s spring! Kelly and Elizabeth share what they love about this season and what they are looking forward to. Bible studies, fellowship, podcasts, events, and travel are just some of […] The post MARKED | Trends in Women’s Ministry with Kelly and Elizabeth appeared first on Lifeway Women.

This week we welcome Rebecca McLaughlin, author of Navigating the Gospel Truth. The Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—are four accounts of one extraordinary life. Each book tells the story of […] The post MARKED | Rebecca McLaughlin appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Have you wondered what it’s like to be on stage at a Lifeway Women Live event? Join us today as we sit down with the emcees of Lifeway Women Live, […] The post MARKED | Lifeway Women Live | Emcees Juliana Wilson and Nikki Lawrence appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Whether it’s a warm croissant, a bright bowl of fruit, a piece of cake, or a steaming cup of coffee put in front of her, author and Bible teacher Erin […] The post MARKED | Erin Davis appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Body shaming. Marriage shaming. Single shaming. Mom shaming. Lifestyle shaming. Religious shaming. It seems no matter which direction we turn, women can’t shake the shame that is constantly piled on […] The post MARKED | Jasmine Holmes appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we welcome Ashley Irons, worship leader, speaker, and CEO of The Ironsharp Agency. We talk about her time on the road singing with Anthony Evans with the Going Beyond […] The post MARKED | Ashley Irons appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as we talk to Kathryn Maak, co-founder and founder of the nonprofit, ministry Dwellings. What is different about leading women’s ministry, and being a woman leading in […] The post MARKED | Kathryn Maak appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we welcome Richard Blackaby, one of the authors of Experiencing God. God has used the truths of Experiencing God to awaken believers to a radically God-centered way of life. As a […] The post MARKED | Richard Blackaby appeared first on Lifeway Women.

The Supreme Court ruling last summer has led to many conversations in the culture and the church regarding women and access to abortion. Today we welcome Lauren Green McAfee as […] The post MARKED | Lauren Green McAfee appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us as we welcome our first guest of 2023, Jen Wilkin, as we discuss her new Bible Study, Abide! How can we hold onto assurance of our faith? How […] The post MARKED | Jen Wilkin appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Kelly and Elizabeth welcome the new year as they share goals, new habits, new Bible studies, new Lifeway events, and much more! If you’re wondering where to begin in 2023, […] The post MARKED | Kelly and Elizabeth Ring in 2023 appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Between social media platforms, the videos kids watch online, or the television shows they can now stream from anywhere at any time, keeping up with what our kids are doing […] The post MARKED | Drew Dixon appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join Kelly and Elizabeth today as they wrap up 2022! Hear stories about events this year, podcast guests, new Bible studies and books, and lots of other meaningful things Kelly […] The post MARKED | Wrapping up 2022 with Kelly and Elizabeth appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as we sit down with Sarah Humphrey, co-author of the tween devotional Solomon Says. By offering the Proverbs in an engaging form and by showing practical ways […] The post MARKED | Sarah Humphrey appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we welcome the joyful Heidi Lee Anderson to the podcast! If you’re ready to be inspired, you’re in the right place. Heidi Lee Anderson says “Life is hard and […] The post MARKED | Heidi Lee Anderson appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Izabella McMillon joins us today to talk about Operation Christmas Child. Listen as we hear Izabella’s shoebox story and how this unexpected gift of God’s love was life-changing to her. […] The post MARKED | Izabella McMillon appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Ministry wives and friends! Please join us for this special episode as we talk to Raylee and Courtney, friends and ministers wives. Join us to hear how to look at […] The post MARKED | Raylee Butler and Courtney Matlock appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we welcome Elizabeth Woodson to discuss her new study, From Beginning to Forever. Many Christians today are daunted by the Bible, seeing the size and scope of Scripture as […] The post MARKED | Elizabeth Woodson appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Have you ever wondered how to write and publish a book or bible study? Today we sit down with Tina Boesch, manager of the Lifeway Women Bible Study Publishing Team, […] The post MARKED | Writing and Publishing with Ashley Gorman and Tina Boesch appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Joining us today is Pat Layton, author of Surrendering the Secret. Many women hide the secret of abortion deep in their hearts and they are suffering severe consequences. They carry […] The post MARKED | Pat Layton appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we welcome Adrienne Camp to the MARKED podcast to discuss the music for The Wonder of Advent bible study. Listen to hear her talk all about the upcoming Christmas […] The post MARKED | Adrienne Camp appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as Kelly and Elizabeth talk with Jason Thacker about his new book, Following Jesus in a Digital Age.  They talk about what the Bible says about technology […] The post MARKED | Jason Thacker appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Joining us today is Tori Hope Petersen. Tori grew up in the foster care system and is now on the other side as a foster mom, adoptive mom, and biological […] The post MARKED | Tori Hope Petersen appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Please welcome to the MARKED podcast, Patricia Namnum, Women Initiative Coordinator for Coalición Por El Evangelio, the Spanish site of TGC! Her desire is to provide Spanish books that help women […] The post MARKED | Patricia Namnum appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we are joined by Jana Magruder, the Strategic Initiatives Director of Lifeway Kids, to talk about all things back to school. Join us as we discuss creative ways moms […] The post MARKED | Jana Magruder appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Are you ready for cooler weather, sweaters, fall gatherings, Bible studies and all things pumpkin spice? Join us today for a fun fall discussion as Kelly and Elizabeth cover the […] The post MARKED | Women’s Ministry Fall Planning with Kelly and Elizabeth appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Have you ever wondered what the writing process looks like for an author who is blind? Get a sneak peek at the writing of Amos as we sit down with […] The post MARKED | Jennifer Rothschild and Mike Wakefield appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we sit down with Melissa Spoelstra, author of Lifeway Women’s new Bible study, Isaiah. Join us as we talk about how Isaiah’s message echoes into our lives today as […] The post MARKED | Melissa Spoelstra appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Long time music artist Nicole C. Mullen joins us today on the MARKED podcast to talk to about God’s promises, her journey through life, and the powerful story of how […] The post MARKED | Nicole C. Mullen appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Joining Kelly and Elizabeth today are Ben and Lynley Mandrell! Listen to some vulnerable and honest conversations on what the ministry family means to the community, the importance of Vacation […] The post MARKED | Ben and Lynley Mandrell appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today our guest, Lifeway Girl’s Brand Specialist, Amanda Mejias, gives us some valuable information directly from teenage girls. What do you want moms of teenage girls to know? Why is […] The post MARKED | Amanda Mejias appeared first on Lifeway Women.

“Motherhood is not for the faint of heart!” Join us today as we talk with author, Kristen Wetherell about kids, motherhood and the need to fix our eyes on Jesus. […] The post MARKED | Kristen Wetherell appeared first on Lifeway Women.

I hope you’ll join us as we talk with biblical culturalist Kristi McLelland as she unpacks the life of the early church in the book of Acts and shows us […] The post MARKED | The Gospel on the Ground with Kristi McLelland appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join Kelly and Elizabeth as they discuss Bible studies, events, books, camps, speakers, authors and the new Lifeway Women Symposium. A dynamic conversation with insightful information all in one place! […] The post MARKED | Kelly and Elizabeth | 7 Things We’re Loving Right Now appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we are joined with Hunter Beless, host of the Journeywomen podcast, to talk about her first book, a picture book, titled Read It, See It, Say It, Say It! Knowing […] The post MARKED | Hunter Beless appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Listen in as we talk to Alexandra Hoover about her new book, Eyes Up! She reveals that God offers a clear way out—by getting your eyes off your surroundings and […] The post MARKED | Alexandra Hoover appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as we talk to Kandi Gallaty about her new Bible study book, The Bible in a Year. We talk about this year-long journey from Genesis through Revelation, […] The post MARKED | Kandi Gallaty appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Packed with grace and truth and sprinkled with humor and delight, You Can Rest by Katy Boatman, shows preteen girls that our worries and fears do not have the final say. Jesus […] The post MARKED | Katy Boatman appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Creative, intentional, and discipleship are just a few words to describe Jada Edwards! Listen in as we discuss how she incorporates God into creative worship, how to use the gifts […] The post MARKED | Jada Edwards appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we discuss all things Lifeway Women Events! If you’ve ever wondered what goes into getting ready for an event, what some memorable moments were and how you can get […] The post MARKED | Behind the Scenes with Betsy Langmade and Savannah Ward appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we are joined by singer, song writer and author Sandra McCracken to discuss her book, Send Out Your Light. This book is written in three parts: part one is […] The post MARKED | Sandra McCracken appeared first on Lifeway Women.

You’re in for a treat today as we talk with one of our own fearless leaders, Becky Loyd, Director of Lifeway Women. Becky shares her favorite parts of being a […] The post MARKED | Becky Loyd appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we are joined by Amy Gannett, author of Fix Your Eyes and Tiny Theologians. We discuss the importance of theology (our study and knowledge of God) which should always […] The post MARKED | Amy Gannett appeared first on Lifeway Women.

As believers, we often struggle to let go of the things that keep us from reaching out to God. Join us today as we talk with Valerie Woerner about her […] The post MARKED | Valerie Woerner appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as we talk with Courtney Doctor about her Bible study, In View of God’s Mercies. Listen in to hear what she learned as she wrote this study […] The post MARKED | Courtney Doctor appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join Kelly and Elizabeth as they talk with mother and daughter, Stacy and Barbara Reaoch about their new book, Making Room for Her. In this biblical, practical, and heartfelt book, […] The post MARKED | Stacy Reaoch & Barbara Reaoch appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as we talk to Lilly Park, Associate Professor of Biblical Counseling at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, about seasonal depression. How can we respond to feelings of anxiety […] The post MARKED | Lilly Park appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us as we talk to Derwin Gray about his book, God Do You Hear Me? Prayer can be challenging and confusing. We don’t know what to pray for, we […] The post MARKED | Derwin Gray appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as we talk to Carey Nieuwhof about his latest book, At Your Best. Gain some insight as we talk about stress, rest and priorities. Learn effective strategies […] The post MARKED | Carey Nieuwhof appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join Kelly and Elizabeth as they talk all about Bible studies for 2022! Everything from deciding which Bible study is right for you to creating a daily routine. It’s an […] The post MARKED | Bible Studies for the New Year with Kelly and Elizabeth appeared first on Lifeway Women.

For the next four weeks we’ll be having conversations on the podcast based on the new Advent study written by several women at Lifeway. Join us as we wrap up […] The post MARKED | Advent Week 4: Hope in Tomorrow appeared first on Lifeway Women.

For the next four weeks we’ll be having conversations on the podcast based on the new Advent study written by several women at Lifeway. Join us for Advent week 3 […] The post MARKED | Advent Week 3: Hope Deferred appeared first on Lifeway Women.

For the next four weeks we’ll be having conversations on the podcast based on the new Advent study written by several women at Lifeway. Carol Pipes is the next guest […] The post MARKED | Advent Week 2: Hope Fulfilled appeared first on Lifeway Women.

For the next four weeks we’ll be having conversations on the podcast based on the new Advent study written by several women at Lifeway. First up is Rachel Shaver and […] The post MARKED | Advent Week 1: Hope Revealed appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as we talk to Jeannie Cunnion about her new study, Never Alone. The Holy Spirit is championing you in the holy work of motherhood. You are never […] The post MARKED | Jeannie Cunnion appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On today’s podcast, you’ll hear the powerful story of Laura Perry, a former transgender set free by the resurrecting power of Jesus Christ. Join Kelly and Elizabeth as they talk […] The post MARKED | Transgender to Reformed with Laura Perry and Francine Perry appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us for a fun discussion with Kelly Minter and April Dace about the new Bible study, Encountering God! We talk about spiritual disciplines by empowering people and how we […] The post MARKED | Encountering God with Kelly Minter and April Dace appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as we talk to to Julia Higgins and Kristin Kellen about the book The Whole Woman. What does it mean to care for another woman holistically—heart, soul, […] The post MARKED | Julia B. Higgins and Kristin Kellen appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Joining us today is Connia Nelson, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Lifeway. Listen to hear the God inspired journey that brought her to Lifeway and the […] The post MARKED | Connia Nelson appeared first on Lifeway Women.

The best-selling singer/songwriter talks about her new book, Fighting Words, new album, and children’s books. Listen in and “take a deep drink in God’s promises!” Ellie Holcomb began her musical career […] The post MARKED | Fighting Words With Ellie Holcomb appeared first on Lifeway Women.

October is church staff appreciation month! Kelly and Elizabeth talk to Katie Orr about ways to encourage not only our pastors or ministers, but their families as well. What types […] The post MARKED | Katie Orr appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On today’s episode, Kelly and Elizabeth talk with Ashley Chesnut about her new book, It’s Not Just You. Freeing Women to Talk about Sexual Sin and Fight It Well. Learn […] The post MARKED | Ashley Chesnut appeared first on Lifeway Women.

We are so excited to have Tara-Leigh Cobble join us on this week’s podcast! Listen in as Kelly and Elizabeth discuss her new Bible Study, He’s Where the Joy Is. […] The post MARKED | Tara-Leigh Cobble appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as we talk to Y Bonesteele about the importance of multicultural experiences.  Learn some practical ways to engage with multicultural communities and why we should have a […] The post MARKED | Y Bonesteele appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us this week as Kelly and Elizabeth sit down with author Scarlet Hiltibidal! What inspired her to write her new Bible study, Anxious or her new book, You’re the […] The post MARKED | Anxiety, Pressure, and the Bible with Scarlet Hiltibidal appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On today’s podcast, Kelly and Elizabeth sit down with Ashlyn Portero to discuss working with men in ministry. “One thing to remember is that for Christians, we’re working with our […] The post MARKED | Ashlyn Portero appeared first on Lifeway Women.

New York Times bestselling author of The Jesus Storybook Bible and twenty-four other books, Sally Lloyd-Jones talk with Kelly and Elizabeth about her writing journey and how bringing joy to […] The post MARKED | Sally Lloyd-Jones appeared first on Lifeway Women.

I hope you’ll listen in as Kelly and Elizabeth sit down with Lisa and discuss her new book, How Much More! Join us to discover God’s divine love in overlooked […] The post MARKED | Difficult Stories in the Bible with Lisa Harper appeared first on Lifeway Women.

What do you get when you put a chemical Engineer, film maker, and worship leader all together?  The amazing Jordan Welch!  Listen in to the fun discussion Kelly and Elizabeth […] The post MARKED | Jordan Welch appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Have you ever wanted to know more about the Southern Baptist Convention? Join Kelly and Elizabeth as they sit down with Amy Whitfield and discuss the history of the SBC, […] The post MARKED | Amy Whitfield appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On today’s podcast, Kelly and Elizabeth sit down with Tina Boesch, manager of the Lifeway Women Bible Study Publishing Team. I hope you’ll join us as we discuss ways we […] The post MARKED | Tina Boesch appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Are you looking for a new book to read? Listen in as Kelly and Elizabeth talk with Mary Wiley about what they are currently reading, what’s on their to-be-read pile, […] The post MARKED | Summer Reading with Mary Wiley appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today on the MARKED podcast, Kelly and Elizabeth talk to Julie Woodruff, Groups and Women’s Minister at Longhollow Baptist Church, all about event planning and why “when women come together […] The post MARKED | Julie Woodruff appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On today’s podcast Kelly and Elizabeth sit down with Missie Branch, Dean of Students and Director of Graduate Life at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. They discuss the rewards and challenges […] The post MARKED | Missie Branch appeared first on Lifeway Women.

If you’ve ever wanted to know what happens behind the scenes at Lifeway Women, have we got a treat for you!  Join Kelly and Elizabeth as they sit down with Juliana […] The post MARKED | Juliana Wilson appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Mother’s Day is coming up and we have a special treat!  Kelly and Elizabeth sit down with Michelle Hicks and Kali Henke, a dynamic mother daughter duo who navigates their […] The post MARKED | Michelle Hicks and Kali Henke appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On today’s podcast, Kelly and Elizabeth talk to Jen Wilkin about her new book Ten Words to Live By. We invite you to discover the Ten Commandments — ten words […] The post MARKED | Jen Wilkin appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On today’s podcast Kelly and Elizabeth talked with Toni Nieuwhof, a pastor’s wife and divorce attorney whose marriage at one point in her life, was on the edge of divorce. […] The post MARKED | Toni Nieuwhof appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as we talk with Kelly Minter about the recently released audio sessions of her Bible study, All Things New! We talk all about 2 Corinthians, the sacrificial […] The post MARKED | Kelly Minter appeared first on Lifeway Women.

What is the Kingdom story? On today’s podcast, Kelly and Elizabeth talk with Christine Hoover about her new Bible study, Seek First the Kingdom. Hear how God used a personal […] The post MARKED | Christine Hoover appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Joining us today is Michael Kelley! Michael is the Senior Vice President of church ministries for Lifeway Christian Resources and author of a new book, The Whole Story For the […] The post MARKED | Michael Kelley appeared first on Lifeway Women.

How can Millennials, Gen Z, Gen X, and Baby Boomers use their generational differences to learn from and disciple one another? Find out on this episode of the MARKED podcast […] The post MARKED | Elizabeth Woodson appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Join us today as Kelly and Elizabeth talk with Casey Merrifield, Co-Founder of ConneXtion Wordwide and a Lifeway Women Leadership trainer. They discuss how we always need to be growing […] The post MARKED | Casey Merrifield appeared first on Lifeway Women.

You are in for a treat! Today is the 100th episode of the MARKED podcast. Kelly and Elizabeth sit down with Mary Margaret West, the first host of the MARKED […] The post MARKED | 100th Episode with Mary Margaret West appeared first on Lifeway Women.

This week Kelly and Elizabeth sit down with Aaron and Jamie Ivey to discuss their new book, Complement. Complement shines a compelling light on the beauty of marriage as God […] The post MARKED | Aaron and Jamie Ivey appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Kelly and Elizabeth talk with Gretchen Saffles about her book The Well Watered Woman and how “Christ is the fulfillment of our joy, our satisfaction and our foundation.” Listen in […] The post MARKED | Gretchen Saffles appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Why is Easter such an important part of what, we as Christians, believe? All of Christianity hinders on the resurrection. Please join us as we talk to Paige Clayton and […] The post MARKED | Easter Study appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On this week’s episode, Kelly and Elizabeth sit down with Kaye Hurta and discuss the opportunities we as Christians have to be “agents of healing” in our world today. I […] The post MARKED | Kaye Hurta appeared first on Lifeway Women.

“Not everyone’s wilderness will look the same, maybe someone’s wilderness looks one way and another’s another way , and that it’s all still wilderness season that the Lord can bring […] The post MARKED | Lauren Chandler appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On today’s podcast, you’ll hear Kelly and Elizabeth talk with Trevin Wax about his new book, Rethink Your Self. Trevin is the Senior Vice President of Theology and Communications at […] The post MARKED | Trevin Wax appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On this week’s episode, Shelley Breen, Denise Jones, and Leigh Cappillino of Point of Grace, talked with Kelly and Elizabeth about their book, How You Live. We hope you’ll join us and […] The post MARKED | Point of Grace appeared first on Lifeway Women.

We invite you to sit down with Elizabeth and Kelly to get the inside scoop on what led Priscilla to write Elijah, her thoughts on “heroes” and how she feels […] The post MARKED | Priscilla Shirer appeared first on Lifeway Women.

We welcome you to “pull up a chair” and join Kelly and Elizabeth as they wrap up 2020 and talk about the new, exciting things happening in 2021. “We know […] The post MARKED | Five Things We Wish We Knew in 2020 and Five Things We’re Excited About for 2021 appeared first on Lifeway Women.

In today’s episode, Elizabeth and Kelly sit down at Lifeway Women’s Leadership Forum with Julia Higgins and Emily Dean. Julia is the Assistant Professor of Ministry to Women and the […] The post MARKED | Lifeway Women’s Leadership Forum appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Start off your week with Kelly and Elizabeth and their thoughts on Friendsgiving! They’ll share some great ideas on how to include people who might need a friend this year, […] The post MARKED | Friendsgiving appeared first on Lifeway Women.

“God doesn’t waste a single season.  He uses every single season whether you know how he’s using your gifts and talents or not. Be faithful right where you are.” You are […] The post MARKED | Ruth Chou Simons appeared first on Lifeway Women.

This week Kelly and Elizabeth sat down with Yuliya Shubina who received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox as a young girl. Her story is so moving you might need to […] The post MARKED | Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Kelly and Elizabeth sat down with Angie Smith and Scarlet Hiltibidal to discuss anxiety. Both Angie and Scarlet have written and spoken openly about their struggles with fear and anxiety, […] The post MARKED | Lifeway Women Live Interview – Angie Smith and Scarlet Hiltibidal appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Darilynn Keith appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Ben and Lynley Mandrell appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Lysa TerKeurst appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Lifeway Women Live Mary Beth Chapman appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Church Christmas Traditions appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED Lifeway Women Live | Lauren Chandler appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED Lifeway Women Live | Lysa TerKeurst appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED Lifeway Women Live | Jamie Ivey appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Lillian Nakabiri Mugisha appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED Lifeway Women Live | Lisa Harper appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED Lifeway Women Live | Jackie Hill Perry appeared first on Lifeway Women.

  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. […] The post MARKED | Sarah Mae appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 Christine Christine Caine […] The post MARKED Lifeway Women Live | Christine Caine appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Advent appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Lifeway Women Live with Whitney Capps appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Priscilla Shirer Podcast appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED Kelly Minter appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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. […] The post MARKED Angie Elkins appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED | Christian Pop Culture appeared first on Lifeway Women.

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 […] The post MARKED J.D. Greear appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Mentoring is something we often talk about on the podcast because we know how critical it is as we grow in Christ, but it can also feel overwhelming. Today we’re […] The post MARKED FLOURISH (featuring Shelley Giglio & Daniele Flickinger) appeared first on Lifeway Women.

We talk with Emily Chapman Richards about staying grounded in the midst of busy schedules and fame, adoption, and leading at a young age. Emily has recently been named as […] The post MARKED Emily Chapman Richards appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we’re talking about a handful of women who God has used in a powerful way. Catherine Parks’ new book Empowered tells their stories in a way that will engage […] The post MARKED Catherine Parks appeared first on Lifeway Women.

We’re both still trying to figure out how we haven’t had Jen Wilkin on the podcast until today! We’re talking about serving alongside those you don’t agree with, equipping women, […] The post MARKED Jen Wilkin appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Since Mother’s Day is right around the corner, we thought it would be fun to have a mom and daughter we love on this episode! We’re talking about what motherhood […] The post MARKED Jackie Green & Lauren Green McAfee appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Every so often, we’re going to start bringing bonus episodes to you from our library of Bible studies! These will typically be one audio session of the video teaching from […] The post MARKED Bonus Episode: Beloved Disciple by Beth Moore appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Today we’re talking all things family and parenting. While neither of us have kids, we’ve brought in some experts to chat with us, and we’re also addressing what family looks […] The post MARKED Dr. Josh + Christi Straub appeared first on Lifeway Women.

It’s no surprise to any of us that ministry in a broken world is hard. We asked our friend Dan Darling to join us as we talk about how the […] The post MARKED Ministry in a Broken World (featuring Dan Darling) appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Whitney’s passion for both the Word of God and women is so clear. We couldn’t help but nod in agreement as she shared from her heart and from her new […] The post MARKED Whitney Capps appeared first on Lifeway Women.

We love encouraging women to invest in the next generation, and this is what we’re talking about with today’s guest, Darlene Brock. We also spent a few minutes at the […] The post MARKED Darlene Brock appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Scarlet Hiltibidal is a hidden gem. You’ll quickly be able to tell how much we loved chatting with her and getting to know her story. She’s got a unique story […] The post MARKED Scarlet Hiltibidal appeared first on Lifeway Women.

In this episode, Mary Margaret and Elizabeth are joined by Rachel Joy and Nikki Lawrence from Sparrow Women. They discuss engaging in cultural conversations and what it means to be […] The post MARKED Rachel Joy & Nikki Lawrence appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Happy New Year! We’re so glad to be back and can’t wait to see what God has in store for 2019. Our hope is that this episode will be an […] The post MARKED The New Year Episode appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Our friend Kelly King is a phenomenal leader, and today we’re talking with her about her new book Ministry to Women. This isn’t your typical women’s ministry book, but it’s a true […] The post MARKED Ministry to Women (featuring Kelly King) appeared first on Lifeway Women.

As we wrap up 2018 and begin dreaming and planning for next year, we wanted to take a moment to talk about missions in the context of the local church. […] The post MARKED | Missions and the Local Church (featuring Ashlyn Portero) appeared first on Lifeway Women.

The holidays can be a whole lot to navigate. Becky Kiser joins us on today’s episode to help us plan ahead and be intentional with every holiday in a Christ-centered, […] The post MARKED | Becky Kiser appeared first on Lifeway Women.

In this episode, we talk to Melissa Kruger about living lives of joy, as we see evidenced in the life of Paul. Melissa has a new book out called In […] The post MARKED | Melissa Kruger appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Do you ever feel like you just don’t have what it takes to be hospitable? Today, we’re talking with Jen Schmidt about ways to literally just open your door and […] The post MARKED | Jen Schmidt appeared first on Lifeway Women.

In this episode, we talk about life at 22. Everyone’s twenties are different, but there are some things we all have in common—a feeling of lostness, an excitement for life, […] The post MARKED | 7 Things We Wish We Knew at 22 (featuring Mickey Pitts) appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Louie Giglio has had a profound impact on the lives of countless young adults over the last 30 years. He and his wife Shelley have spent their lives pouring into […] The post MARKED | Louie Giglio appeared first on Lifeway Women.

The fall season and start of school is right upon us. We picked Kelly King’s brain on today’s episode as about what it looks like to get back in gear […] The post MARKED | Preparing for Fall (featuring Kelly King) appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Jackie Hill Perry has a powerful story, and today’s episode is going to leave you wanting to know more. She speaks with wisdom and wit, and she loves Jesus in […] The post MARKED | Jackie Hill Perry appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Christine Caine is a woman who isn’t afraid to step right in to whatever God is calling her to do. Listen in today as Mary Margaret talks to Christine about […] The post MARKED | Christine Caine appeared first on Lifeway Women.

It’s been awhile, but we’re back, and we’re here to stay! You’ll hear some fun changes in upcoming episodes, but we know you’re going to love it. In this new […] The post MARKED | Mary Margaret West & Elizabeth Hyndman appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Beth Moore’s love for both the Word of God and ministry to women is evident in every word she speaks and writes. In this week’s episode, you’ll hear her share […] The post MARKED | Beth Moore appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Jamie Ivey is witty, engaging, and loves the Word of God. She’s a gifted blogger and podcast host, and is the author of If You Only Knew, set to release in […] The post MARKED | Jamie Ivey appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Christy is full of life, and loves to use her gifts to passionately encourage women to do what God has called them to do. She’s a fast-talking, powerful teacher and […] The post MARKED | Christy Wright appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Sophie is a hilarious storyteller with a heart for women and teenage girls. In this episode, we talk about things like our favorite pens, to-do lists, and why it’s important […] The post MARKED | Sophie Hudson appeared first on Lifeway Women.

No matter your age, you’ve probably said, “I wish someone would have told me that sooner.” This week’s episode is a mixture of unsolicited advice and laughter from Mary Margaret […] The post MARKED | Mickey Pitts (Things We Wish We Knew in Our 20s) appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Happiness has a lot of misconceptions tied to it, but Lisa Harper shares a biblical approach to happiness that will change your perspective. She strongly believes that God is a […] The post MARKED | Lisa Harper appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Curiosity is something innate to all of us, and Barnabas Piper is a believer in the good that comes from being curious. Whether it’s as a dad, in his career, […] The post MARKED | Barnabas Piper appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Women in the Word of God every day is the goal of She Reads Truth. Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams share why this is crucial, and also talk about […] The post MARKED | She Reads Truth: Raechel Myers & Amanda Bible Williams appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Are you struggling with life as a busy woman? Maybe work, being a mom, and engaging in community aren’t as easy as they used to be. Ellie Holcomb joins us […] The post MARKED | Ellie Holcomb appeared first on Lifeway Women.

In this episode of MARKED, Mary Margaret talks with Kelly Minter about the process of writing a Bible study, finding community among other women, and engaging in the Word of […] The post MARKED | Kelly Minter appeared first on Lifeway Women.

In this episode of MARKED, Mary Margaret talks with Lauren Green McAfee about Bible engagement, the importance of community, and how mentoring others affects one’s faith. Lauren gives Mary Margaret […] The post MARKED | Lauren Green McAfee appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On this episode of MARKED, Mary Margaret talks with Megan Alexander, a national news correspondent with CBS Television. They chat about career, fame, comparison, and how our faith influences everything we […] The post MARKED | Megan Alexander appeared first on Lifeway Women.

On this episode of MARKED, Mary Margaret talks with Nate Akin, discipleship pastor at Imago Dei in Raleigh, NC and leader of Baptist 21. They talk about church membership, discipleship, […] The post MARKED | Nate Akin appeared first on Lifeway Women.

This episode of MARKED features Maureen Kaderi. Maureen tells her story of growing up in a slum in Kenya to being sponsored by Compassion to working with Mercy House, helping […] The post MARKED | Maureen Kaderi appeared first on Lifeway Women.

Season 2 of {MARKED} kicks off with guest Jamie Golden, talking about cake pops, pop culture, and discovering your purpose and stepping out in faith. {MARKED} is a podcast for women who […] The post MARKED | Jamie Golden appeared first on Lifeway Women.

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their […] The post MARKED | Gretchen Saffles appeared first on Lifeway Women.

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their […] The post MARKED | Brittany Mullins appeared first on Lifeway Women.

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their […] The post MARKED | Angie Smith appeared first on Lifeway Women.

In episode 5, Faith Whatley talks with Jana Magruder, director of Lifeway Kids. To subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, click here. For more information and show notes for this episode, […] The post Lead With Faith | Jana Magruder appeared first on Lifeway Women.

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their […] The post MARKED | Jon Jorgenson appeared first on Lifeway Women.

http://ministrysites.s3.amazonaws.com/podcasts/womensministry/EP4_LEADWITHFAITH.mp3 In episode 4, Faith Whatley talks with Shannon Kozee, an events marketing director for Compassion International.   To subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, click here. For more information […] The post Lead With Faith | Shannon Kozee appeared first on Lifeway Women.

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their […] The post MARKED | Amy Burgess appeared first on Lifeway Women.

http://ministrysites.s3.amazonaws.com/podcasts/womensministry/EP3_LEADWITHFAITH.mp3 In episode 3, Faith Whatley talks with Shannon Litton, the president and CEO of 5by5, a marketing and digital agency.   To subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, click […] The post Lead With Faith | Shannon Litton appeared first on Lifeway Women.

{MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover and live out God’s calling in their […] The post MARKED | Jennie Allen appeared first on Lifeway Women.

In the second episode of Lead With Faith, Faith Whatley talks with Mary Katharine Hunt, the Executive Director of Operations for Justice & Mercy International. To subscribe to the podcast […] The post Lead With Faith | Mary Katharine Hunt appeared first on Lifeway Women.

We’re excited to bring you another podcast! {MARKED} is a podcast for women who are marked by a hunger for God’s Word, a longing to impact culture, and a desire to discover […] The post MARKED | Mo Isom appeared first on Lifeway Women.