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In this final episode of the SHE series we look ahead to the new creation in search of how the worth of women is put on display at the very end of the biblical storyline. What we find is that the Bible ends in the same way it begins - with a focus on men and women collectively  ruling as God's representatives, but this time it's in a new and better Eden that will go on and on forever. While very little is written specifically about women in Revelation 21 and 22, much is written about the certain future that you and I have as believers in  Christ. All that is broken in us and around us will one day be restored and made whole forever.  This episode makes me think of how C.S. Lewis ends his Chronicles of Narnia series. The main characters die in a train wreck, but Lewis makes sure we understand the bigger picture: "All their life in this world and all their adventures had only been the cover and the title page. Now at last they were beginning Chapter One of the Great Story which no one on earth has read, which goes on forever and ever, in which every chapter is better than the one before."Earbuds in! Let's peek into that Great Story together . . . GET ALL THE EPISODE RESOURCES HERE.Instagram // Facebook // Website // Shop 

As we continue through the storyline of the Bible in search of what God communicates about the worth of women, we find ourselves in the New Testament epistles, which - let's be honest - are not exactly brimming with positive affirmations of a woman's worth. Or so it seems.In this episode, I seek to confront false assumptions about women drawn from the New Testament epistles, specifically from the command for women to submit. What I hope you'll find is that  rigid, check-list oriented, "men-first" teaching on submission is NOT biblical and that what God actually says to wives and husbands is consistent with what He says everywhere else in Scripture: that women are worth just as much as men and just as essential  to the fulfillment of His mission in the world.I was deeply encouraged by this one, and I pray you will be too!GET ALL THE EPISODE RESOURCES HERE. Instagram // Facebook // Website // Shop

If we want to know what God is like, the best thing we can do is look at Jesus. It stands to reason, then, that clearest expression of God's heart for women is on display in the Gospels where we see story after story of Jesus defying social convention in order to love women well. In this episode, we move into the redemption portion of the biblical storyline by fixing our eyes on an extraordinary encounter between Christ and a nameless woman plagued with long-term suffering and shame. His tenderness toward her moves me to tears nearly every time I read it because it reminds me just how much I'm seen, known, and cherished by God. I pray it does the same for you.GET ALL THE EPISODE RESOURCES HERE.Instagram // Facebook // Website // Shop 

In this episode we continue to set our eyes on the worth of women in the storyline of the Bible. We're still in the sad part of the story - the fall. The topic of today's teaching is an aspect of womanhood that doesn't get much attention in the church, but should. It's the topic of abuse. The Bible does not turn a blind eye to the abuse of women because God does not turn a blind eye to the abuse of women. In His justice, He avenges the oppression. In His love, He heals and restores the victim. In His Son, He absorbs all the shame. GET ALL THE EPISODE RESOURCES HERE.Instagram // Facebook // Website // Shop

What happens when a man listens to a woman? The entire world falls into ruin and chaos, or so the story goes, right?Not exactly. While Genesis 3 has been used throughout church history to both criticize and silence women, a careful study of this passage from a whole-Bible perspective paints a much different picture. Here's a few truths we uncover in this episode:Women are NOT inherently more  gullible or less capable of handling God's Word than men.Women are NOT by nature temptresses.The "real" sin in Genesis 3 is NOT a woman usurping a man's authority.Women are NOT inherently more power-hungry and controlling. The story of Eve is NOT merely a cautionary tale.I learned SO MUCH studying this passage, and I know you will too. Enjoy! GET ALL THE EPISODE RESOURCES HERE. Instagram // Facebook // Website // Shop

In this bonus episode I get to interview Elyse Fitzpatrick and Eric Schumacher, the co-authors of my favorite book on biblical womanhood -  Worthy: A Celebration of the Value of Women. This book released not long before I started my deep-dive into researching for the SHE Bible study, and I cannot even put into words what a useful resource it has proven to be over the past year.  My motive in releasing this interview is two-fold: I want you to hear what Elyse and Eric have to say about the worth of women (it's SO GOOD, you guys!), AND I want to motivate you to get their book for your personal library because I know it will help and encourage you as much as it has me.Purchase a copy of WorthyGET ALL THE EPISODE RESOURCES HERE!Instagram // Facebook // Website // Shop 

There was only one thing that God deemed "not good" about His creation: there was no woman. In this episode we explore a woman's worth as revealed in Genesis 2 and find that far from being a second thought or a "plan B", the woman was - and still is - essential to God's mission in the world!GET ALL THE EPISODE RESOURCES HEREInstagram // Facebook // Website // Shop 

There's a lot of talk in conservative Christian circles about the differences between men and women, and for good reason. But did you know that the Bible opens with what men and women have in common? We share a name - mankind; a nature - made in the image of God; and a mission - to rule, subdue, and fill the earth. Genesis 1:26-30 is exactly what you'd expect to find if the God of the Bible values women as much as He does men. Here's the best part - you don't have to go digging for this truth. It's literally on the very first page of your Bible!GET ALL THE EPISODE RESOURCES HEREInstagram // Facebook // Website // Shop 

I can't believe it's FINALLY here! The Her God Speaks podcast has officially launched and I cannot possibly express how grateful I am that you're here for it!Before we dig into the Bible in search of what God has to say about the worth of women, we need to define some terms and identify some common roadblocks. What is biblical womanhood? Why is it such a charged topic among Christians? Why, in some pockets of the church, is the worth of women downplayed or ignored? And what's stake if we don't get this right? These are some of the questions we tackle in this episode.GET ALL THE EPISODE RESOURCES HEREInstagram // Facebook // Website // Shop 

On Thursday, February 4th the Her God Speaks Podcast officially launches with a brand new series called "SHE" that will take us through the storyline of the Bible with our eyes WIDE open to the inherent worth of women, made in God's image, and essential to His work in the world. To help you get the most out of this series, I have written a gorgeous study guide full of commentary and questions that will help you read, observe, interpret, and apply the passages we'll be covering together. You can shop the entire SHE collection at hergodspeaks.com. Instagram // Facebook // Website

Make sure we stay connected! Follow Her God Speaks onFacebook // InstagramThis is the final episode of a podcast series on the Psalms of lament that combines elements of Bible study, conversation, and powerful stories from women who have walked through really hard seasons and found God relentlessly faithful. Like just about everything in life, this podcast series will be way more fun and meaningful with a friend or two. So share, listen, and gather to discuss what you learn. We've even provided printable companion guides for those of you who would like to use this series for personal or group study. You can access those right here...Series companion guides:Introduction to LamentPsalm of Lament WorksheetThe list of Psalms in the order that they'll be covered is on page two of the "Introduction to Lament" companion guide. Here's a quick run-down.Series content schedule:Week 2: Psalm 77Week 3: Psalm 13Week 4: Psalm 55Week 5: Psalms 42 and 43Week 6: Psalm 38Week 7: Psalm 10THIS WEEK: Psalm 22This week's story belongs to Kristina Peterson. 

Make sure we stay connected! Follow Her God Speaks onFacebook // InstagramThis is episode SEVEN of a podcast series on the Psalms of lament that combines elements of Bible study, conversation, and powerful stories from women who have walked through really hard seasons and found God relentlessly faithful. Like just about everything in life, this podcast series will be way more fun and meaningful with a friend or two. So share, listen, and gather to discuss what you learn. We've even provided printable companion guides for those of you who would like to use this series for personal or group study. You can access those right here...Series companion guides:Introduction to LamentPsalm of Lament WorksheetThe list of Psalms in the order that they'll be covered is on page two of the "Introduction to Lament" companion guide. Here's a quick run-down.Series content schedule:Week 2: Psalm 77Week 3: Psalm 13Week 4: Psalm 55Week 5: Psalms 42 and 43Week 6: Psalm 38THIS WEEK: Psalm 10Week 8: Psalm 22Many thanks to Tara Simmons for sharing her powerful story.

Make sure we stay connected! Follow Her God Speaks onFacebook // InstagramThe story at the end of this episode belongs to Gina Miles who is eager to help women who have had abortions find healing and wholeness in Christ. If her story resonates with you and you would like to connect with her, please email acannon@bellshoals.com. This is episode SIX of a podcast series on the Psalms of lament that combines elements of Bible study, conversation, and powerful stories from women who have walked through really hard seasons and found God relentlessly faithful. Like just about everything in life, this podcast series will be way more fun and meaningful with a friend or two. So share, listen, and gather to discuss what you learn. We've even provided printable companion guides for those of you who would like to use this series for personal or group study. You can access those right here...Series companion guides:Introduction to LamentPsalm of Lament WorksheetThe list of Psalms in the order that they'll be covered is on page two of the "Introduction to Lament" companion guide. Here's a quick run-down.Series content schedule:Week 2: Psalm 77Week 3: Psalm 13Week 4: Psalm 55Week 5: Psalms 42 and 43THIS WEEK: Psalm 38Week 7: Psalm 10Week 8: Psalm 22

Make sure we stay connected! Follow Her God Speaks onFacebook // InstagramThis is episode FIVE of a podcast series on the Psalms of lament that combines elements of Bible study, conversation, and powerful stories from women who have walked through really hard seasons and found God relentlessly faithful. Like just about everything in life, this podcast series will be way more fun and meaningful with a friend or two. So share, listen, and gather to discuss what you learn. We've even provided printable companion guides for those of you who would like to use this series for personal or group study. You can access those right here...Series companion guides:Introduction to LamentPsalm of Lament WorksheetThe list of Psalms in the order that they'll be covered is on page two of the "Introduction to Lament" companion guide. Here's a quick run-down.Series content schedule:Week 2: Psalm 77Week 3: Psalm 13Week 4: Psalm 55THIS WEEK: Psalms 42 and 43Week 6: Psalm 38Week 7: Psalm 10Week 8: Psalm 22Our story this week was generously provided by Tiffany Kordenbrock.

Make sure we stay connected! Follow Her God Speaks onFacebook // InstagramOur story this week was generously provided by Pamela Mattox. You can connect with her, access her writing and learn more about her ministry by clicking here. This is episode FOUR of a podcast series on the Psalms of lament that combines elements of Bible study, conversation, and powerful stories from women who have walked through really hard seasons and found God relentlessly faithful. Like just about everything in life, this podcast series will be way more fun and meaningful with a friend or two. So share, listen, and gather to discuss what you learn. We've even provided printable companion guides for those of you who would like to use this series for personal or group study. You can access those right here...Series companion guides:Introduction to LamentPsalm of Lament WorksheetThe list of Psalms in the order that they'll be covered is on page two of the "Introduction to Lament" companion guide. Here's a quick run-down.Series content schedule:Week 2: Psalm 77Week 3:: Psalm 13THIS WEEK: Psalm 55Week 5: Psalms 42 and 43Week 6: Psalm 38Week 7: Psalm 10Week 8: Psalm 22

Make sure we stay connected! Follow Her God Speaks onFacebook // InstagramThis is episode THREE of a podcast series on the Psalms of lament that combines elements of Bible study, conversation, and powerful stories from women who have walked through really hard seasons and found God relentlessly faithful. Like just about everything in life, this podcast series will be way more fun and meaningful with a friend or two. So share, listen, and gather to discuss what you learn. We've even provided printable companion guides for those of you who would like to use this series for personal or group study. You can access those right here...Series companion guides:Introduction to LamentPsalm of Lament Worksheet The list of Psalms in the order that they'll be covered is on page two of the "Introduction to Lament" companion guide. Here's a quick run-down.Series content schedule:Week 2: Psalm 77THIS WEEK: Psalm 13Week 4: Psalm 55Week 5: Psalms 42 and 43Week 6: Psalm 38Week 7: Psalm 10Week 8: Psalm 22Our story this week was generously provided by Tara Adkins. 

It’s been a hard year. We’ve adapted, pushed through, and made it work. We’ve counted our blessings and fought with all our might to hold on to some semblance of joy. We’ve rallied behind our self-made 11th commandment, “fake it til you make it,” and have done a pretty good job at making it look like everything’s okay. But let’s be honest - we’re not exactly thriving. We’re sad. Depleted. Discouraged. Overwhelmed. Anxious. Angry. Lonely. Depressed. We've had to make impossible decisions with virtually no solid information. We're reluctantly looking ahead to the future, afraid to plan anything lest we have to endure yet another round of disappointing cancellations. So many unknowns. So little to look forward to. Zero margins for those trying to balance work and e-learning. Even as we gratefully embrace the new normal, “How long, O Lord...” is the honest cry of our weary hearts. Did you know that the Bible gives us language to express these hard feelings? In fact, at least 1/3 of the Psalms are lament. Turns out “fake it til you make it” isn’t in the Bible at all. Not even a little. The God who grieves the brokenness of this world has invited us to do the same. This is episode two of a podcast series on the Psalms of lament that will combine elements of Bible study, conversation, and powerful stories from women who have walked through really hard seasons and found God relentlessly faithful. Like just about everything in life, this podcast series will be way more fun and meaningful with a friend or two. So share, listen, jot down some notes, and then gather to discuss what you learn. We've even provided printable companion guides for those of you who would like to use this series for personal or group study. You can access those right here...Series companion guides:Introduction to LamentPsalm of Lament Worksheet (you'll want to print 8 of these)The list of Psalms in the order that they'll be covered is on page two of the "Introduction to Lament" companion guide. Here's a quick run-down.Series content schedule:This week:: Psalm 77Week 3: Psalm 13Week 4: Psalm 55Week 5: Psalms 42 and 43Week 6: Psalm 38Week 7: Psalm 10Week 8: Psalm 22Our story this week was generously provided by Rebecca Spangler. Make sure we stay connected! Follow Her God Speaks onFacebook // Instagram

It’s been a hard year. We’ve adapted, pushed through, and made it work. We’ve counted our blessings and fought with all our might to hold on to some semblance of joy. We’ve rallied behind our self-made 11th commandment, “fake it til you make it,” and have done a pretty good job at making it look like everything’s okay. But let’s be honest - we’re not exactly thriving. We’re sad. Depleted. Discouraged. Overwhelmed. Anxious. Angry. Lonely. Depressed. We've had to make impossible decisions with virtually no solid information. We're reluctantly looking ahead to the future, afraid to plan anything lest we have to endure yet another round of disappointing cancellations. So many unknowns. So little to look forward to. Zero margins for those trying to balance work and e-learning. Even as we gratefully embrace the new normal, “How long, O Lord...” is the honest cry of our weary hearts. Did you know that the Bible gives us language to express these hard feelings? In fact, at least 1/3 of the Psalms are lament. Turns out “fake it til you make it” isn’t in the Bible at all. Not even a little. The God who grieves the brokenness of this world has invited us to do the same. This is episode one of a podcast series on the Psalms of lament that will combine elements of Bible study, conversation, and powerful stories from women who have walked through really hard seasons and found God relentlessly faithful. Like just about everything in life, this podcast series will be way more fun and meaningful with a friend or two. So share, listen, jot down some notes, and then gather to discuss what you learn. We've even provided printable companion guides for those of you who would like to use this series for personal or group study. You can access those right here...Series companion guides:Introduction to LamentPsalm of Lament Worksheet (you'll want to print 8 of these)The list of Psalms in the order that they'll be covered is on page two of the "Introduction to Lament" companion guide. Here's a quick run-down.Series content schedule: Next week: Psalm 77Week 3: Psalm 13Week 4: Psalm 55Week 5: Psalms 42 and 43Week 6: Psalm 38Week 7: Psalm 10Week 8: Psalm 22The powerful story of God's faithfulness at the end of this episode belongs to Rachel Setliffe. Find out more about her story and ministry and access her writing by clicking here. Make sure we stay connected! Follow Her God Speaks onFacebook // Instagram