Description

Wendy Alsup is an author and math teacher by trade. She has written several books, including I Forgive You: Finding Peace and Moving Forward When Life Really Hurts. She is a founding Member of The Pelican Project, a guild of women fostering commitment to Christian faith and practice across cultural, denominational, and racial lines. Wendy has also been a speaker at women’s Bible conferences such as the The Gospel Coalition’s Women’s Conference in 2022. She lives on her family farm with her 2 boys, 2 dogs, and 3 cats.

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In this episode, Wendy shares:

• How she was called to both teach math and be a minister
• How math reflects the glory of God
• Working as a single mom with ongoing health concerns
• Her story as a part of Mars Hill Church where Mark Driscoll pastored
• How she navigated controversial gender issues at Mars Hill
• What she hopes readers will learn from her latest book, I Forgive You

Wendy’s other Books include:

• Companions in Suffering: Comfort for Times of Loss and Loneliness (2020 The Gospel Coalition Book Award - Christian Living)
• Is the Bible Good for Women?: Seeking Clarity and Confidence Through a Jesus-Centered Understanding of Scripture
• The Gospel-Centered Woman
• By His Wounds You are Healed: How the Message of Ephesians Transforms a Woman's Identity
• Practical Theology for Women: How Knowing God Makes a Difference in Our Daily Lives

Resources Mentioned:

• The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill Podcast

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