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That Trademark Life PodcastThat Trademark Life PodcastTTLP// Episode 5 // Lex KressLex and I go WAAAYYY back.. to the days of high school parties, walking the halls of Campbell Collegiate, and film cameras used to document a Friday night. Today, we are still friends but also co-workers at Coldwell Banker Local Realty! Lex and I sat down and chatted real estate in the Regina market and shared how we both juggle the work life balance as a busy moms of 3.2024-12-1726 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedUsing D.E.I. to Fundamentally Change the ChurchThoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 38 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion has been a hot topic in the economic sphere, but it’s actually not limited there. This anti-racist infiltration has made a huge mark in the education realm and now has for the last couple of years gained access to Christian institutions and organizations. Under the last step given to white bridge builders in the Be the Bridge 101 guide, Be the Bridge exposes their desire to fundamentally change the church by defeating the white supremacy within it. How do they believe this work is done? Through Diversity, Eq...2023-11-2859 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedTraining Christians to Divide: White FragilityThoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 37 Be the Bridge Ministry has it’s white bridge builders start with teaching them about their whiteness; hoping to help them learn humility and grow in racial righteousness. The Be The Bridge 101 Guide: Foundational Principals Every White Bridge Builder Needs to Know helps gives white people 4 steps to addressing their whiteness; White Identity, White Privilege, White Fragility, and White Supremacy. We have addressed the first 2 in the last episode and are going to talk about the 3 foundational principle in this one: White Fragility. We will ask questions about white fragility to he...2023-11-071h 03Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedBe The Bridge 101- Training Christians to Decenter WhitenessThoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 36 Latasha Morrison made the New York Times Best Seller list for her book Be The Bridge. While the book informs Christians of the importance of racial reconciliation, it’s also the gateway into her training program/ministry of the same name. To become a Bridge Builder, we are told to follow the Be the Bridge Face Book group. In signing up for the group ALL members are required to silently observe the conversation in the group and do the REQUIRED reading of the guides before commenting and entering into the conversation. To...2023-10-2452 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedBe The Bridge: Training Christians to Become Anti-RacistsExposing how Be The Bridge’s trains Christians to become Ant-Racists. Be The Bridge teaches its Bridge Builders to believe that God reflects certain aspects of His image in ethnicities; perpetuating a belief that its members need to adopt collective practices to sanctify them and teach them to be color brave and not color blind. Topics Include: What is Racism as taught by Ibram X. Kendi and how can one be an Anti-Racist? Be The Bridge's claim of training it's Bridge Builders to be Anti-Racists What Be The Bridge teaches about the image of God and ethnicities and collective structures/pr...2023-10-031h 02Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedBe The Bridge: Training Christians to go WokeThoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 34 Exposing how Be The Bridge presupposes the postmodern theory of Intersectionality and trains people up in the ministry to identify racism through historical narratives and the stand points of POC. Topics: Critical Race Theory and Intersectionality What is Intersectionality? What is Post-modern Theory? What is Standpoint Epistemology? How is SE used to identify racism? Why using Intersectionality is a problem May this episode bless you and glorify God! Other Resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Striving for Eternity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Christian Podcast Community⁠2023-09-1240 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedBe the Bridge, Critical Race Theory, & White SupremacyThoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 33 Exposing how the American Christian Church is accepting the tenants of Critical Race Theory through Be the Bridge's ministry on racial reconciliation. This "ministry" trains people to believe that racism is systemic and white people are complicit and/or are racist by perpetuating the system because they do not act against it through leveraging their privilege and working toward equity. Resources used for this episode: Be the Bridge by Latasha Morrison General Commission on Religion and Race of the UMC YT Channel video titled "Deconstructing White Privilege w/Rodin DiAngelo" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...2023-08-1547 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedCritical Race Theory as an Analytical Tool?Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.32 What is Critical Race Theory? What does it teach? Should Critical Race Theory be used as an analytical tool? And is this theory something you should worry about? In this episode I interview Andrew Rappaport from the Rapp Report to tackle these questions. Before we dive into the Be the Bridge ministry and other racial reconciliation ministries promoted at the IF:Gathering, we need to lay the ground work and look at the presuppositions that come with Critical Race Theory. This way when we look at these ministries and what they claim and teach, we will...2023-07-181h 28Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedDiscussion w/Jon Harris on the Social Gospel & Social JusticeOn this episode, I present to you my discussion with Jon Harris from The Conversations That Matter YT Channel, where we discuss the Social Gospel and the  infiltration of Social Justice ideology in the church today. Jon Harris is the author of Christianity and Social Justice and Social Justice Goes to Church, both which were incredibly informative on the Social Gospel and Social Justice. I’ve been a subscriber to his channel for awhile and it’s been a great resource in helping me identify how both are entering the evangelical church today. So I wanted to bring him into TE to...2023-07-041h 02Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedIF:Equip's Arise- Seeds of Social Justice (Pt.3 Jesus & Justice)What does IF:Equip's Arise teach about Jesus and Social Justice? IF:Equip's Arise, claims that Jesus’ ministry was mostly focused on the marginalized, oppressed, and poor in society. His purpose was to always set free, and heal and that these acts of mercy and compassion were Jesus fighting for justice. In this episode we will look at how IF:Equip's Arise presents Jesus. We will look at what they claim His mission and ministry was. Both Social Gospel and IF:Equip's Arise teach that Jesus set about to uproot social norms, and to bring temporal comforts to social groups. The...2023-06-2059 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedIF:Equip's Arise-Seeds of Social Justice (Pt.2 Restored to Restore)Thoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 30 IF:Equip's Arise, claims that the church is the light of the world whose mission is to bring restoration to it by "fighting against the darkness". Today we will look at the other 2 foundations IF:Equip's Arise presents for why Christian (specifically Christian women) are to fight for justice…that, as followers of Christ, we are the light of the world and must “push back the darkness of injustice” and that we were restored to restore the world through reconciliation. In essence the mission of the church is to bring justice to this world. All of this a...2023-05-301h 13Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedIF: Arise- Seeds of Social Justice (Pt 1: God & Justice)Thoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 29 Is justice a Gospel issue? Justice is an important issue that is at the foundation of the Gospel. It has been a highly charged topic in our society today. God is just therefore justice should be important to the Christian. But to exercise justice it must be rightly defined, depend on who God is, and should be guided by God's word. We can claim God is just but we must first ask what does it mean to be "just". Does IF:Equip's women's discipleship study Arise: A Study on God's Heart for Justice lay a solid...2023-05-091h 07Lala Land with LexLala Land with LexSerendipitous Slay Ft. Melissa Sullivan of Shop ZocoIt’s a good thing I have cool friends. Melissa Sullivan of Shop Zoco joins me this week. We have a quick pop culture moment, and then get into story of Zoco. How Melissa built a successful fashion boutique with two babies and then was offered a million dollars for it a few years later. We talk where Melissa is now, (hint: she built a multi-million dollar business) and how she has learned to stick to the core of why she started it all in the first place. Melissa is so inspiring and silly and real and I know yo...2023-05-031h 30Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedAnalytical Tools at IF: Dr. Curt Thompson & Behavioral Neuroscience (pt.4)- Regeneration, Redemption, & TransformationThoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 28 Continuing our look at Dr. Curt Thompson's teachings.  Dr. Curt Thompson, Visionary Leader of the Center for Being Known, is a psychiatrist who speaks at Jennie Allen's IF:Gathering and IF:Lead Conferences. He has spoken at many conferences including the Torrey 2016 Conference and the Jubilee 2022 Online Conference; has been on the Red Ink Revival Podcast, the Trinity Forum Podcast,  among many others, and is co-host of the Being Known podcast. Topics in this episode: What is the doctrine of regeneration What is the doctrine of redemption Is regeneration and redemption our work? What does Thompson te...2023-03-281h 15Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedAnalytical Tools at IF: Dr. Curt Thompson & Behavioral Neuroscience (part 3)- Jesus, the Cross, and the GospelThoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 27 Continuing our look at Dr. Curt Thompson's teachings. Dr. Curt Thompson, Visionary Leader of the Center for Being Known, is a pshyciatrist who speaks at Jennie Allen's IF:Gathering and IF:Lead Conferences. He has spoken at many conferences including the Torrey 2016 Conference and the Jubilee 2022 Online Conference; has been on the Red Ink Revival Podcast, the Trinity Forum Podcast, among many others, and is co-host of the Being Known podcast. Topics presented: Review of what Thompson believes about the Fall & sin. How Jesus did what He did What Jesus won for us at the cross ...2023-03-1441 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedAnalytical Tools at IF: Dr. Curt Thompson & Behavioral Neuroscience (part 2)- The Fall & SinThoroughly Equipped Season 2 Episode 26 Continuing our look at IF:'s incorporation of the analytical tool of Psychology as Dr. Curt Thompson (a regular speaker at the IF:Gathering and IF:Lead conferences) integrates Interpersonal Neurobiology with Scripture. I hope to show you how he psychoanalyzes the Fall in Genesis 3 and psychologizes sin to make our problem more about shame instead of transgressing God's law. Topics in this episode: How Dr. Thompson believes Neuroscience is a language God uses to reveal himself and how we can incorporate it to share the Gospel What Dr. Thompson believes about the temptation of the...2023-02-2858 minThe Goodwin SocialThe Goodwin SocialTurn Your Vision Into A Reality with Brow Magician, Melissa PruettMelissa Pruett is the founder of Melt By Melissa––probably the most sought after brow magician in Scottsdale. She was an instant dream guest for me to have on the podcast. I, myself, am really becoming intentional about my own journey of self-discovery, and Melissa is one of the biggest inspirations to me as I seek this out. She is such an advocate for continuous growth, so she and I not only dive into her professional journey and how she has grown her business, but also how she herself has grown as an individual throughout her life.    2023-02-1544 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedAnalytical Tools at IF: Dr. Curt Thompson & Behavioral Neuroscience (part 1)Thoroughly Equipped S. 2 Ep 25 Starting the final portion of our critique of the IF: Ministry; I present a message given by Dr. Curt Thompson who has been a reoccurring speaker at the IF: Conferences for the past couple of years. Dr. Curt Thompson is a Psychotherapist who has spoken on podcasts, at colleges, conferences, and YouTube channels where he teaches on the soul, shame, desire and being known in community. In this episode we review his message, Dwell, from the 2019 IF: Lead Women's Conference. Discussion topics: What are Analytical Tools? Integrating Psychological tools such as Behavior Neuroscience with Scripture to...2023-02-1444 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedDiscipleship Tools of the IF: Ministry- Enjoying Jesus pt. 3 (The “Spiritual Masters”)Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.23 In this episode we I take some time to present to you who is touted as the Spiritual Masters in the IF:Equip Enjoying Jesus study. It's a long episode. But it's worth educating yourself in what these Christian Mystics teach and why it contradicts the Gospel so we can see the spiritual DANGER they pose. It should make us ask why does Jennie Allen include them in this study?  The Spiritual Masters we will look at: Brother Lawrence Dallas Willard Richard Foster Julian of Norwich Ruth Haley Barton Extra Study: Fighting for the Faith episode o...2023-01-031h 14Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedDiscipleship Tools of the IF: Ministry- Enjoying Jesus pt. 2 (Christian Mysticism)Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep. 22 In this episode we look at Mysticism and more specifically Christian Mysticism. The purpose of this episode is to lay the foundation for the next episode where we will look at those IF:Equip quoted in the Enjoying Jesus study as some of the Spiritual Masters who teach on the Spiritual Disciplines. Topics include: What is Mysticism? What is Christian Mysticism? What does Christian Mysticism teach about God's nature, Man's nature, the nature of Sin, and the nature of Salvation? How Christian Mysticism effects the faith and sanctification of a woman. May this episode bless you...2022-12-2051 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedDiscipleship Tools of the IF: Ministry- Enjoying Jesus, Pt 1Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.21 Starting the 4th part of TE's series on Jennie Allen's IF: ministry looking at what is presented as discipleship tools. In this episode we look at an IF:Equip study titled Enjoying Jesus which teaches it's disciples to implement Spiritual Disciplines as the means to draw closer and be intimate with God, and filled with the Holy Spirit. Topics discussed: What are Spiritual Disciplines? What is their purpose? Why do we need them? Do they make us "enjoy Jesus"? What was Jesus' yoke? How are we truly brought near to God? The Sufficiency of Christ May...2022-12-0651 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedDiscussing the Theology Behind the Enneagram w/Dr. Rhenn CherryThoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.20 Today I had the pleasure to talk with Dr. Rhenn Cherry about the use of the Enneagram as a Christian tool. Topics Discussed: His book Enneagram Theology: Is it Christian? The McCord's teachings on the Enneagram from their books The gospel according to the McCord's and what is missing Their connection to Richard Rohr What is the appeal of tools like the Enneagram Should women use it for Christian discipleship? Please see these other resources to help you discern the theology and historical roots of this "Christian" tool: Enneagram Theology: Is it Christian? by Dr. Rhenn...2022-11-221h 17Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedIF:Lead and its Promotion of the EnneagramThoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.19 Starting the 4th part of TE's critique of the IF: women's ministry where we will look at a tool promoted at the 2019 IF:Lead Conference- the Enneagram. Beth McCord, Chief Executive Officer of YourEnneagramCoach.com gives a presentation to the ladies explaining the importance and purpose of using the Enneagram to "be the person [they] always wanted to be" and assist them to lead/disciple others. Topics in Episode: What is the "Gospel-centered" Enneagram? What is its purpose according to Beth McCord? Should the Enneagram be our flashlight, exposing where we go wrong? Do we need...2022-11-0839 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedTitus 2 Time- A “Radical Womanhood” discussion w/Amy Russo pt 2Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.18 In this Titus 2 Time episode I bring in a co-host, Amy Russo from Grace & Peace Radio, to continue our talk about the book Radical Womanhood by Carolyn McCulley. Topics Discussed: The Golden Age of Domesticity The effects of the Industrial Revolution on the home The change from the home contributing to the economy to the home becoming a place of consumption and this effect on women's roles in society and the church The Sexual Revolution and the Raunch Culture Feminism's attack on Motherhood and children The home as an extension of church life May this episode...2022-10-251h 21Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedTitus 2 Time- A “Radical Womanhood” discussion w/Amy RussoThoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.17 In this Titus 2 Time episode I bring in a co-host, Amy Russo from Grace & Peace Radio, to talk about the book Radical Womanhood by Carolyn McCulley. Topics discussed: The women behind feminism First, Second, and Third wave feminism The hypocrisy within the movement Submission and the Gospel May this episode bless you and bring glory to God! Resources:  Radical Womanhood by Carolyn McCulley Other Resources: Striving for Eternity Christian Podcast Community2022-10-111h 13Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedWisdom: The Goal of Biblical EducationThoroughly Equipped  S.2 Extra Episode While I study and work on Part 4 of TE's IF: critique, I thought I'd share with you a workshop I presented at a Home Education Conference held at Victory Bible Church in Hammonton, NJ. This is the 2nd of two workshops I presented. To listen to the first workshop titled: Thinking Biblically About Education click here. I hope you enjoy as we look at wisdom, how to teach our children wisdom and Who is our wisdom! May it bless you and bring glory to God! Other resources: Striving for Eternity Christian Podcast Community2022-09-2752 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedThinking Biblically about EducationThoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.15 Taking a short break before we dive into the 4th part of T.E.'s series evaluating Jennie Allen's IF: ministry. During the break I thought I'd share with you a workshop I presented at Victory Bible Church's Home Education Conference early on in August. In this workshop I look at some of the main philosophies behind our current system of education, discuss God's calling to parents to train up their children, his hand in our vocation as parents, and the vocation that God has called our children to in his providence. Topics include: The 7 main...2022-09-061h 03Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly Equipped2 Opposing Doctrines: The Right Way vs The Wong Way to Interpret ScriptureS.2 Ep. 14 Thoroughly Equipped A "2 Opposing Doctrines" episode with special guest Andrew Rappaport from Striving For Eternity. We discuss hermeneutic, the science of interpretation. Topics discussed: What is Hermeneutics? Why is it important? Why should we study the Bible? Study of bible vs reading the bible as devotions, what’s the difference? What are the typical ways people misinterpret the Bible? How does one rightly handle the Bible? Why is context so important? What are the different types of context? What are the different types of literature? Why should women make an effort to learn hermeneutics? How does knowing hermeneutics he...2022-08-231h 13Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedSadie Robertson-Huff Message Review (IF:Gathering Series pt.3- Teaching cont.)Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep. 13 In this episode we are critiquing the last session of the 2020 IF:Gathering conference where Jennie Allen had each of the speakers present a message on a portion of Romans 8. Sadie Robertson-Huff was given Rom. 8:39 to give a message on. Topics include: Looking over Romans 8:31-39 in context Will Sadie's message change the hearts of these women? Looking at John 21 Does the charcoal fire recorded in John 21 have anything to do with "remembering our past" as we meet with God? Can we miss out on what God's doing in our life if we "turn" to observe...2022-08-091h 02Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedAnn Voskamp Message Review (IF:Gathering Series Pt.3-Teaching cont.)Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.12 Continuing our critique on the very popular women's conference the IF:Gathering. In this episode we will critique a message given by Ann Voskamp on Romans 8:32. Topics in this episode: What does Paul mean by God "not sparing his Son" in Rom 8:32? What does Paul mean by "all things" Rom. 8:32? Is Jesus the "Way Maker" What does Scripture mean when Jesus says "I am the way, the truth, and the life"? Is God's love lavish and wasteful? Is God "like a mother" who wants to smother you with kisses? Is repentance merely "accepting that you are...2022-07-2655 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedBianca Juarez Olthoff Message Review (IF:Gathering Series pt.3 Teaching cont.)Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.11 Continuing our IF:Gathering critique series, we are looking at the way these popular speakers handle the Scripture at the conference. Bianca Juarez Olthoff was given Romans 8:31-37 to teach on. Topics included in this episode: What is Romans 8:31-37 all about? What does Paul mean by "we are more than conquerors"? How are we more than conquerors? Do we "possess a power within ourselves"? Who's power is being emphasized in Romans 8:31-37? I HIGHLY suggest you listen to Martin Lloyd Jones' sermon titled "More Than Conquerors"(link provided below) and compare it to what I've...2022-07-1254 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedRuth Cho-Simons Message Review (IF:Gathering Series Pt.3-Teaching cont.)Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.10 Continuing our critique of the IF:Gathering. In this part of the series we are looking at the 5th session of the 2020 conference, presented by Ruth Cho-Simons where she was to give a message on Romans 8:24-27. Topics in this episode: A quick review of the past 4 sessions of the 2020 conference Looking at Romans 8:24-27 in context What is our hope in Romans 8? What does Paul mean by weakness? How does the Spirit help us in our weakness? Hope this episode blesses you and brings glory to God! Other resources: Striving for Eternity Christian Podcast Community2022-06-2858 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedJo Saxton Message Review (IF:Gathering Series Pt.3-Teaching Cont.)Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep. 9 Continuing to look at the IF: Gathering, we are addressing the 4th session of the conference back in 2020. In this session, Jo Saxton gives a message on Romans 8:14-17. We look at how she handles this portion of Scripture. Topics discussed in this episode: A synopsis of Romans chapter 1-8 What Paul is trying to tell us in Romans 8:14-17? What did Paul mean by "a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear"? What does Paul mean by adoption? What is our inheritance as sons of God? Can we be slaves to our fear? Is...2022-06-1450 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedBeth Moore Message Review (IF:Gathering Series Pt.3-Teaching cont.)Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep. 8 Continuing to look at the IF:Gathering, we will dive into the 2020 conference where each speaker was assigned a portion of Roman 8 to give a message on it. This was the perfect opportunity to look at how these popular speakers handle Scripture. On today's episode we will critique a message about Romans 8:9-11 given by Beth Moore. Topics discussed: Looking at Romans 8:9-11 in context What is the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer? Is the Spirit given to us to live supernatural lives? Can we miss God's calling for our...2022-05-3142 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedLet's Talk About the IF:Gathering (Teaching) pt. 3Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.7 Continuing to look at the IF:Gathering, we will dive into the 2020 conference where each speaker was assigned a portion of Roman 8 to give a message on it. This was the perfect opportunity to look at how these popular speakers handle Scripture. For this episode we will dive into Jada Edwards message on Romans 8:1-4 and Jennie Allen's message on Romans 8:5-8. Will they exegete they the passage? Topics in this episode: What is our greatest problem? Why there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus Is the Gospel the message that "God...2022-05-171h 16Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedThe Knowledge of Christ is the Best KnowledgeThoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.6 Before we go over the teaching presented at the IF:Gathering women's conference, I wanted to lay a foundation for WHY we should determine to know nothing but Christ and Him crucified. George Whitfield's commentary on 1 Corinthians 2:2, I believe, explains quite masterfully our need for this knowledge. Topics presented in this episode: What does it mean to "determine to know nothing but Christ and Him crucified"? Why should we know nothing but this? Mr. Whitfield's exhortation to put this determination into practice. May this episode bless you and bring glory to God! Other resources: Striving for...2022-04-2635 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedLet’s Talk About the IF:Gathering- SpeakersThoroughly Equipped S2Ep5 Going deeper into our critique of the IF:Gathering Conference I look at the popular consistent speakers. Topic discussed in this episode include: Questions to answer before we decide to put ourselves under a certain female teacher. Questions such as Do they identify as a pastor? Do they preach over men? Do they align themselves up with false teachers? How do they handle the Scriptures? I present information answering 3 of these questions for 12 of the most popular and consistent speakers who speak at the conference. We look at some of each speakers work, what they are...2022-04-1951 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedLet’s Talk About the IF:Gathering (pt.2-Speakers)Thoroughly Equipped S2Ep5Going deeper into our critique of the IF:Gathering Conference I look at the popular consistent speakers.Topic discussed in this episode include: Questions to answer before we decide to put ourselves under a certain female teacher. Questions such as Do they identify as a pastor? Do they preach over men? Do they align themselves up with false teachers? How do they handle the Scriptures? I present information answering 3 of these questions for 12 of the most popular consistent speakers who speak at the conference. We look at some of each speakers work, what they are known...2022-04-1251 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedWomen Who Preach or Teach Over Men in the ChurchThoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.4 Before we continue on our critique of the IF:Gathering Conference and look at it's popular speakers, I wanted to lay a foundation for why it is necessary to discern what Scripture says about women who even occasionally preach or teach over men in a Sunday service. Some of the topics discussed in this episode: The authority and sufficiency of Scripture What is Scripture? Where does it come from? What authority was given to the Apostles? Who is Head of the Church? The Holy Spirit's work through Paul in instructing how the church is to be...2022-04-0544 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedLet’s Talk About IF:Gathering- PurposeThoroughly Equipped Season 2 Ep. 3 Let's talk about the IF:Gathering. What is the purpose of IF:Gathering? Is discipleship God's means by which He changes the world? And does it need to be reclaimed? Topics discussed in this episode: What is discipleship? Is discipleship God's means by which He changes the world? What tools are needed to make disciples? Hope you enjoy the episode, and may God be glorified! Resources: Striving for Eternity Christian Podcast Community2022-03-2233 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedT2T: What is a Woman?Thoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.2 Titus 2 Time episode on defining "woman". Topics discussed: What is Woman? Where do we go to answer this question? What does God have to say about woman? What was God's reason for making woman? What does it mean for "woman to be the glory of man"? The eternal plan of God in gender. May this episode bless you and bring glory to God! Resources: Recovering Biblical Manhood and Womanhood Evangelical Feminism: A New Path to Liberalism by Wayne Grudem John Piper "The Ultimate Meaning of True Womanhood" Striving For Eternity Christian Podcast Community2022-03-1538 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedAmy Russo from Grace and Peace RadioThoroughly Equipped S.2 Ep.1 My interview with Amy Russo from Grace and Peace Radio on God's grace in her life and how he brought her out of darkness and into his marvelous light. Topics discussed: The Grace and Peace Radio Podcast Anthony Russo's new book "Jesus Changed Everything" Her upbringing, education, and testimony May this episode bless you and glorify God! Resources mentioned in this episode: Ep044 Book Talk with Amy Ep051 Cloaked Feminism and Yellow Wallpaper Other great resources: Strivingforeternity.org Christian Podcast Community  2022-03-0855 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedConflict Resolution in Marriage with TruthspressoThoroughly Equipped "break" episode. Sharing with you another awesome Podcast from the Christian Podcast Community. Mr. & Mrs. Mynyk discuss 4 things you should never do when dealing with conflict in your marriage. To listen to listen to the other topics related to this series go to: https://www.truthspresso.com/episode/0108-conflict-resolution-in-marriage-part-1-four-things-you-should-never-do Other Resources: Christian Podcast Community Striving for Eternity  2022-02-2243 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedWrestling with Head CoveringsThoroughly Equipped A break episode on how I wrestled with 1 Corinthian 11. I hope to encourage other women not to be afraid to study this text nor to neglect the text. I truly believe this topic is extremely important today and should be something every Christian woman should look into. May this episode edify you and bring glory to God! Resources: What is the “covering”? http://studyholiness.com/doc/Headcovering_blog.pdf   Other women’s journey into headcoverings: https://www.headcoveringmovement.com/ *I do not agree with everything involved with this movement but it has been a very helpful resource in underst...2022-02-1533 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedA Simple Woman’s Take on ModestyThoroughly Equipped EXTRA break Episode Just my 2 cents on the modesty controversy on Twitter. Used in this recording: The power of Modest Clothing by Brian Holdsworth Pastor Causes Internet MELTDOWN With Viral Tweet About Christian Women In Bikinis!!! By Spencer Smith Resources:  RC.Sproul The Tyranny of the Weaker Brother John MacArthur God’s High Calling of Women Striving for Eternity Christian Podcast Community  2022-02-1535 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedSuffering: Bible Study on 1Peter 4:12-19Thoroughly Equipped "Break" Episode. Sharing an bible study lead by Andrew Rappaport from Grace & Truth Bible Church in Bucks County, Pa. The topic is on suffering and the Church, a very poignant topic as we see more and more persecution coming for Christians on the horizon. May this episode bless you and glorify God. Apologetic Live Podcast: https://podcasts.strivingforeternity.org/show/apologetics-live/ Weekly Grace & Truth Bible Church Bible study:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqj-utdSRey57JT4-Kae7dg Other shows by Andrew Rappaport: https://podcasts.strivingforeternity.org/shows/  2022-02-0853 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedHumility with Grace and Peace RadioThoroughly Equipped "Break" episode. In this episode I explain T.E.'s disappearance for the last month and share with you one of my new favorites: The Grace and Peace Radio Podcast. Anthony and Amy discuss humility. What is humility and how can we display it and meditate on the perfect example we have of Christ in His humility? May the episode bless you and glorify God!2022-01-2543 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly Equipped“Break” Episode: Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus DevotionThoroughly Equipped "break" episode. Reading a beautiful devotion by Catherine Hartel on Charles Wesley's hymn "Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus". Hymn preformed by Nathan Drake of Reawaken Hymns. To listen to more go to: https://www.reawakenhymns.com/ Enjoy! And may God be glorified!2021-12-1418 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedWhat’s in Store (Lord Willing) for Thoroughly EquippedThoroughly Equipped Ep-27. Last episode of the season, and I just wanted to get on to talk about future plans (Lord willing!) for season 2 and what I will be working on during the break. Thank you to all my listeners for sticking around and going on this journey with me. God is so good and so very faithful. You guys are in my prayers during this holiday season. May God work mightily in your lives as He has in mine. Can't wait to get started on Season 2! To read Charles Spurgeon's "Holding Fast Our Profession": The Spurgeon Library | Holding Fast...2021-11-3014 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedCritiquing that Encouraging “Christian” MemeThoroughly Equipped Ep.26 I take some time to look at and discern just a few of those encouraging "Christian" Memes. The goal of which is to show you how we can even take time to think about them biblically and perhaps be encouraged and willing to point out the falsehood found in some of them. In all three memes we look at what Scripture says about who we are by nature and how all of us are weak, and so because of this weakness we NEED Christ. I pray it gives you the motivation to hold up God's word as...2021-11-1636 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedTitus-2-Time: Discerning DoctrineThoroughly Equipped Ep. 25 Third and final part of our "Why Doctrine DOES Matter" series, I talk about discernment. Questions I aim to answer are: What is discernment? Why should we exercise discernment? Why does it matter? How do we cultivate discernment? And...what should be our goal in exercising it? Enjoy! And may God receive ALL glory!2021-11-0940 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedTitus 2 Time: Why Doctrine DOES Matter pt.2Thoroughly Equipped- Episode 24 In this episode we dive into the other side of the coin- false doctrine. Episode Topics: What is false doctrine? What does Scripture have to say about it? What is the result of false doctrine? What does Scripture have to say about false teachers? What are the characteristics of a false teacher so we might identify them? Enjoy! And may God be glorified! Titus 2 Time: Why Doctrine DOES Matter pt.12021-11-0235 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedThe Opposing Jesus’: Christological Heresies vs the Christ of ScriptureThoroughly Equipped- Episode 23 WHO is Jesus? Do we need to get Him right? Are there certain teachings that one must believe about Jesus? Topics discussed: Was Jesus God? Why does this matter? Was Jesus human? Why does this matter? Was Jesus sinless? Why does this matter? Did Jesus die? Why does this matter? Did Jesus rise from the dead? Why does this matter? What is heresy? Why getting Jesus right matters, and what it means for us when we do. Enjoy! May this episode bless you and Glorify God! For more great podcasts: Home — The Christian Podcast Community (strivingforeternity.org)2021-10-2036 minRediscover You hosted by Melissa FernandezRediscover You hosted by Melissa Fernandez5: Move For Lex with Maddy LeeOn July 17, 2021, life for Noosa triathlete Alexa Leary and her family changed in an instant.Lex suffered life-changing brain injuries in a horrific cycling accident while training on the Sunshine Coast. She spent two weeks in an induced coma in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) and two months in the Neurosurgery Ward.During this time Lex's sister Maddy started an incredible movement that has inspired the WORLD to get out there and start moving for those who can'tListen to this episode for gratitude, inspiration an...2021-10-1542 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.22- Let’s Talk About “Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence”, the Story Behind the DevotionsWhat is the story behind to immensely popular devotion book "Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence"? Sarah Young describes her heart conversion and the experiences she had with "God's Presence" in the Introduction to Jesus Calling. We can glean from this introduction in her 2004 edition, how Mrs. Young produced them, why she published them, and what she believes about Scripture through this introduction. Let us compare it to Scripture. May this episode bless you, drive you to God's word, and Glorify God! Enjoy!2021-10-1136 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.23- Let's Talk About "Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence", the Story Behind the DevotionsWhat is the story behind to immensely popular devotion book "Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence"? Sarah Young describes her heart conversion and the experiences she had with "God's Presence" in the Introduction to Jesus Calling. We can glean from this introduction in her 2004 edition, how Mrs. Young produced them, why she published them, and what she believes about Scripture through this introduction. Let us compare it to Scripture. May this episode bless you, drive you to God's word, and Glorify God! Enjoy!2021-10-1136 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.21- Let’s Talk About Sarah Young’s “Jesus Calling for Teens: 50 Devotions to Grow Your Faith” pt.3The last episode on this book critiques and we cover topics/questions such as: Does God keep a record/score of ALL our doings? Did Jesus give up Heaven for us?  Is Christ IN His creation such as in the hug of a parent, in the smile of a friend, or in the beauty of a sunset or majesty of the mountains? What does Scripture mean that we are in Christ? If faith believing in the things we hope and dream for? What/who do we put our faith in? Can we, in our human minds, choose to love and s...2021-10-0446 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.21- Let's Talk About Sarah Young's "Jesus Calling for Teens: 50 Devotions to Grow Your Faith" pt.3The last episode on this book critiques and we cover topics/questions such as: Does God keep a record/score of ALL our doings? Did Jesus give up Heaven for us?  Is Christ IN His creation such as in the hug of a parent, in the smile of a friend, or in the beauty of a sunset or majesty of the mountains? What does Scripture mean that we are in Christ? If faith believing in the things we hope and dream for? What/who do we put our faith in? Can we, in our human minds, choose...2021-10-0446 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.20- Let’s Talk About Sarah Young’s “Jesus Calling for Teens: 50 Devotions to Grow Your Faith” pt.2Continuing our critique, we begin to look at the devotions where Sarah Young's Jesus make claim that contradict Scripture. Topics discussed in this episode: Did Jesus dies so our teen can live an adventurous life? Do our teens need to give control to Jesus? What kind of life does Jesus want for our teens? What does it look like for our teens to call Jesus Lord? Does Jesus want us to judge ourselves and others? Why do some not come to Jesus? Does sharing our struggles unite us? What does unite us and cause us to walk in fellowship with...2021-09-2740 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.20- Let's Talk About Sarah Young's "Jesus Calling for Teens: 50 Devotions to Grow Your Faith" pt.2Continuing our critique, we begin to look at the devotions where Sarah Young's Jesus make claim that contradict Scripture. Topics discussed in this episode: Did Jesus dies so our teen can live an adventurous life? Do our teens need to give control to Jesus? What kind of life does Jesus want for our teens? What does it look like for our teens to call Jesus Lord? Does Jesus want us to judge ourselves and others? Why do some not come to Jesus? Does sharing our struggles unite us? What does unite us and cause us to...2021-09-2740 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.19- Let’s Talk About Sarah Young’s Devotional “Jesus Calling for Teens: 50 Devotions to Grow Your Faith” pt.1Sarah Young hopes that by these devotions our teens are moved to trust Jesus more. But will they do this? What kind of teachings is Sarah Young's Jesus giving in them and do our teens even need this devotional to bring them closer to Jesus? Let's talk about it and compare it to Scripture.  Topics that come up: What suffering and trials can produce in our teens. God's Sovereignty and Providence. Idolatry and the Gospel. Does sacrifice mean giving up control? Who are our good works for? How does Christ give our teens peace? Christ's keeping vs our safety. Idolatry a...2021-09-2037 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.19- Let's Talk About Sarah Young's Devotional "Jesus Calling for Teens: 50 Devotions to Grow in Your Faith" pt.1Sarah Young hopes that by these devotions our teens are moved to trust Jesus more. But will they do this? What kind of teachings is Sarah Young's Jesus giving in them and do our teens even need this devotional to bring them closer to Jesus? Let's talk about it and compare it to Scripture.  Topics that come up: What suffering and trials can produce in our teens. God's Sovereignty and Providence. Idolatry and the Gospel. Does sacrifice mean giving up control? Who are our good works...2021-09-2037 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 18- Titus 2 Time: Why Doctrine DOES Matter. pt 1What is Doctrine? Does it matter? If it does...why does it matter? Is doctrine merely a focus on what we should be taught or does it DO something? Let's find out. May you be blessed by this episode and may God be glorified! Episode links: Let's Talk about Lysa Turkeurst's Book "Is God Speaking to Me: How to Discern God's Voice and Direction" pt. 1: https://anchor.fm/thoroughlyequipped/episodes/Ep--3-Lets-Talk-About-Lysa-Turkeursts-Book-Is-God-Speaking-to-Me--How-to-Discern-Gods-Voice-and-Direction--Chpt-1-etrali Let's Talk about Lysa Turkeurst's Book "Is God Speaking to Me: How to Discern God's Voice and Direction" pt. 2: https://anchor.fm/thoroughlyequipped/episodes/Ep--4-Lets-Talk-About-Lysa-Turkeursts-Book-Is-God-Speaking-to-Me--How-to-Discern-Gods-Voice-and-Direction--Chpt-2-etrat9 ...2021-09-1335 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 18- Titus 2 Time: Why Doctrine DOES Matter. pt 1What is Doctrine? Does it matter? If it does...why does it matter? Is doctrine merely a focus on what we should be taught or does it DO something? Let's find out. May you be blessed by this episode and may God be glorified! Episode links: Let's Talk about Lysa Turkeurst's Book "Is God Speaking to Me: How to Discern God's Voice and Direction" pt. 1: https://anchor.fm/thoroughlyequipped/episodes/Ep--3-Lets-Talk-About-Lysa-Turkeursts-Book-Is-God-Speaking-to-Me--How-to-Discern-Gods-Voice-and-Direction--Chpt-1-etrali Let's Talk about Lysa Turkeurst's Book "Is God Speaking to Me: How to Discern God's Voice and Direction"...2021-09-1335 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp 17- Two Opposing Doctrine: Man’s Wisdom of Psychology vs God’s Wisdom in Scripture Pt.2To finish up our discussion on Psychology vs God's Wisdom we look at unregenerate man's wisdom vs the sufficiency of Scripture to lead us into right living, where man's psychological observations conflict with Scripture, what walking in the Spirit looks like in a Christian especially in regards to the thoughts and minds of a Christians, how Scripture brings one into Spiritual maturity and whether we can have mental/spiritual perfection this side of eternity. Enjoy! And may God be Glorified! Episode links- Two Opposing Doctrines: Purpose Driven/Dream Doctrine vs Good Works and Our Vocations: https://anchor.fm/thoroughlyequipped/episodes...2021-08-3035 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp 17- Two Opposing Doctrine: Man's Wisdom of Psychology vs God's Wisdom in Scripture Pt.2To finish up our discussion on Psychology vs God's Wisdom we look at unregenerate man's wisdom vs the sufficiency of Scripture to lead us into right living, where man's psychological observations conflict with Scripture, what walking in the Spirit looks like in a Christian especially in regards to the thoughts and minds of a Christians, how Scripture brings one into Spiritual maturity and whether we can have mental/spiritual perfection this side of eternity. Enjoy! And may God be Glorified! Episode links- Two Opposing Doctrines: Purpose Driven/Dream Doctrine vs Good Works and Our Vocations: https://anchor.fm/thoroughlyequipped/episodes...2021-08-3035 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp 16- Two Opposing Doctrines: Man’s Wisdom of Positive Psychology vs God’s Wisdom in Scripture Pt.1We just finished up 3 part critique on Jennie Allen's "Get Out of Your Head: A Study in Philippians" which mixes certain Psychological techniques with Scripture. I wanted to take time to actually look at these Positive Psychological techniques and ask "What is Positive Psychology and what are these techniques she has us do in her projects"? How might it contrast with Scripture and then ask if we even need them.  These last 2 episodes have been some of the most challenging but incredibly solidifying study in my belief in Sola Scriptura and so I hope it blesses you in trusting God's W...2021-08-2342 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp 16- Two Opposing Doctrines: Man's Wisdom of Psychology vs God's Wisdom in Scripture Pt.1We just finished up 3 part critique on Jennie Allen's "Get Out of Your Head: A Study in Philippians" which mixes certain Psychological techniques with Scripture. I wanted to take time to actually look at these Positive Psychological techniques and ask "What is Positive Psychology and what are these techniques she has us do in her projects"? How might it contrast with Scripture and then ask if we even need them.  These last 2 episodes have been some of the most challenging but incredibly solidifying study in my belief in Sola Scriptura and so I hope it blesses...2021-08-2342 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.15- Let’s look at Jennie Allen’s “Get Out of Your Head: A Study in Philippians” part 3Jennie has identified "spiraling thoughts" and that we should "make a switch" in Sessions 1 & 2.  Then she gave us "weapons" to fight the battle of or minds in Session 3 & 4. Now she gives us a "new way to live" and instructs us into having the "mind of Christ" in Sessions 5 & 6. So let's discuss...enjoy!2021-08-1639 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.15- Let's look at Jennie Allen's "Get Out of Your Head: A Study in Philippians" part 3Jennie has identified "spiraling thoughts" and that we should "make a switch" in Sessions 1 & 2.  Then she gave us "weapons" to fight the battle of or minds in Session 3 & 4. Now she gives us a "new way to live" and instructs us into having the "mind of Christ" in Sessions 5 & 6. So let's discuss...enjoy!2021-08-1639 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.14- Let’s look at Jennie Allen’s “Get Out of Your Head: A Study in Philippians” part 2Now that Jennie has enlightened us about the spirals of our thoughts and the enemies of our minds, she will give us 6 weapons to fight them. Does Scripture have anything to say about spiritual enemies and weapons to fight them? Let's find out!2021-08-0946 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.14- Let's look at Jennie Allen's "Get Out of Your Head: A Study in Philippians" part 2Now that Jennie has enlightened us about the spirals of our thoughts and the enemies of our minds, she will give us 6 weapons to fight them. Does Scripture have anything to say about spiritual enemies and weapons to fight them? Let's find out!2021-08-0946 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.13- Let’s look at Jennie Allen’s “Get Out of Your Head: A Study in Philippians” part 1Are you stuck in your head?  What does it mean to be stuck in your head, and if you are, how do you get out? And...if you are stuck in your head, what does Paul's letter to the Philippians have to say about it? Let's find out.... oh, yeah, and compare it to Scripture.2021-08-0228 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.12- Let's look at Jennie Allen's "Get Out of Your Head: A Study in Philippians" part 1Are you stuck in your head?  What does it mean to be stuck in your head, and if you are, how do you get out? And...if you are stuck in your head, what does Paul's letter to the Philippians have to say about it? Let's find out.... oh, yeah, and compare it to Scripture.2021-08-0228 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.12- Titus 2 Time: Reflecting God’s Attributes in Our HomesTaking some time to think about God and His attributes and how we might display His glory in our homes when we share and reflect them. May today's episode bless you and bring God glory! Enjoy2021-07-2631 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.15- Reflecting God's Attributes in Our HomesTaking some time to think about God and His attributes and how we might display His glory in our homes when we share and reflect them. May today's episode bless you and bring God glory! Enjoy2021-07-2631 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.11- Two Opposing Doctrines: Purpose-Driven/Dream Doctrine vs Good Works and Our VocationsI take the time to compare 2 teachings- The teachings that we were created to accomplish a purpose or dream verses the teachings that we were created in Christ Jesus for good works prepared beforehand that we should walk in. We also tackle: What are good works? What makes a work good? What is the doctrine of vocation? And what are some of the issues with the purpose-driven/dream doctrines? To read Martin Luther's A Treatise on Good Works: https://www.ccel.org/ccel/luther/good_works.html To purchase Gene Edward Veith Jr's God at Work: https://www.amazon.com...2021-07-1252 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.11- Two Opposing Doctrines: Purpose-Driven/Dream Doctrine vs Good Works and Our VocationsI take the time to compare 2 teachings- The teachings that we were created to accomplish a purpose or dream verses the teachings that we were created in Christ Jesus for good works prepared beforehand that we should walk in. We also tackle: What are good works? What makes a work good? What is the doctrine of vocation? And what are some of the issues with the purpose-driven/dream doctrines? To read Martin Luther's A Treatise on Good Works: https://www.ccel.org/ccel/luther/good_works.html To purchase Gene Edward Veith Jr's...2021-07-1252 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.10- Let’s Talk about Holley Gerth’s “You’re Made for a God-Sized Dream: Opening the Door to All God Has for You” part 4The final chapter's are looked at and compared to Scripture. We take some time to look at encouragement verses flattery, the "Promised Land" of our dreams and accomplishments verses the Promised Land of Scripture, and what being faithful to God look like. Chris Rosebrough with Fighting for the Faith on Pirate Christian Radio: Rick Warren sermon critique begins @ 23:01 http://www.piratechristian.com/fightingforthefaith/2018/3/making-promises-for-god-that-god-never-made?rq=making%20promises Thanks for listening!2021-07-0543 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.10: Let's Talk about Holley Gerth's "You're Made for a God-Sized Dream: Opening the Door to All God Has for You" part 4The final chapter's are looked at and compared to Scripture. We take some time to look at encouragement verses flattery, the "Promised Land" of our dreams and accomplishments verses the Promised Land of Scripture, and what being faithful to God look like. Chris Rosebrough with Fighting for the Faith on Pirate Christian Radio: Rick Warren sermon critique begins @ 23:01 http://www.piratechristian.com/fightingforthefaith/2018/3/making-promises-for-god-that-god-never-made?rq=making%20promises Thanks for listening!2021-07-0543 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.9- Let’s talk about Holley Gerth’s “You’re Made for a God-Sized Dream: Opening the Door to All God Has for You” part 3.In this part of the series, we go into chapters 6, 7, & 8, where Holley gives disclaimers, advice for when things go wrong, and how to stop ourselves from sabotaging our God-Sized dreams.  Fighting for the Faith episode "For the Students of Liberty University": http://www.piratechristian.com/fightingforthefaith/2015/10/for-the-students-of-liberty-university?rq=For%20the%20students%20of%20liberty%20university Thanks for listening!2021-06-2837 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.9- Let's talk about Holley Gerth's "You're Made for a God-Sized Dream: Opening the Door to All God Has for You" part 3.In this part of the series, we go into chapters 6, 7, & 8, where Holley gives disclaimers, advice for when things go wrong, and how to stop ourselves from sabotaging our God-Sized dreams.  Fighting for the Faith episode "For the Students of Liberty University": http://www.piratechristian.com/fightingforthefaith/2015/10/for-the-students-of-liberty-university?rq=For%20the%20students%20of%20liberty%20university Thanks for listening!2021-06-2837 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.8- Let’s Talk About Holley Gerth’s “You’re Made For a God-Sized Dream: Opening the Door to All God Has for You.”-part 2What comes next for those called to a God-sized dream? How do we overcome fear that keeps us from accomplishing said dream? In this episode I will go into chapters 4 & 5 of Holley's book comparing her claims to Scripture hoping to answer these questions. Enjoy!2021-06-2130 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.8: Let's Talk About Holley Gerth's "You're Made For a God-Sized Dream: Opening the Door to All God Has for You."-part 2What comes next for those called to a God-sized dream? How do we overcome fear that keeps us from accomplishing said dream? In this episode I will go into chapters 4 & 5 of Holley's book comparing her claims to Scripture hoping to answer these questions. Enjoy!2021-06-2130 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.7- Let’s Talk About Holley Gerth’s “You’re Made For a God-Sized Dream: Opening the Door to All God Has for You.”-part 1Were you made for a God-sized dream? What does Scripture say you were made for? In this episode I will go into chapters 1-3 of Holley's book comparing her claims to Scripture hoping to answer these questions. Enjoy!2021-06-1437 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.7: Let's Talk About Holley Gerth's "You're Made For a God-Sized Dream: Opening the Door to All God Has for You."-part 1Were you made for a God-sized dream? What does Scripture say you were made for? In this episode I will go into chapters 1-3 of Holley's book comparing her claims to Scripture hoping to answer these questions. Enjoy!2021-06-1437 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 6- Two Opposing Doctrines: Sola Scripture vs Discerning God’s VoiceWhat is the teaching of Sola Scriptura? What does Sola Scriptura have to do with discerning God's voice? What are the implications of Sola Scriptura for the Christian woman today?2021-05-3120 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 6: Two Opposing Doctrines: Sola Scripture vs Discerning God's VoiceWhat is the teaching of Sola Scriptura? What does Sola Scriptura have to do with discerning God's voice? What are the implications of Sola Scriptura for the Christian woman today?2021-05-3120 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 5- Let’s Talk About Lysa Turkeurst’s Book “Is God Speaking to Me? How to Discern God’s Voice and Direction” Chpt.3My take on the final chapter of this little booklet on how to discern God's voice. Enjoy!2021-05-2625 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 5: Let's Talk About Lysa Turkeurst's Book "Is God Speaking to Me? How to Discern God's Voice and Direction" Chpt.3My take on the final chapter of this little booklet on how to discern God's voice. Enjoy!2021-05-2625 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 4- Let’s Talk About Lysa Turkeurst’s Book “Is God Speaking to Me? How to Discern God’s Voice and Direction.” Chpt 2.Part 2 of our 3 part look into this book. Chapter 2 is titled; "Hearing God's Voice; God Wants us to Live in Expectation of Him". Let's compare Chapter 2 to Scripture.2021-05-1724 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 4: Let's Talk About Lysa Turkeurst's Book "Is God Speaking to Me? How to Discern God's Voice and Direction." Chpt 2.Part 2 of our 3 part look into this book. Chapter 2 is titled; "Hearing God's Voice; God Wants us to Live in Expectation of Him". Let's compare Chapter 2 to Scripture.2021-05-1724 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 3- Let’s Talk About Lysa Turkeurst’s Book “Is God Speaking to Me? How to Discern God’s Voice and Direction.” Chpt 1.This booklet is only 3 chapters long and was taken from her book "What Happens When Women Say Yes to God". Let's compare Chapter 1 to Scripture.2021-05-1017 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 3: Let's Talk About Lysa Turkeurst's Book "Is God Speaking to Me? How to Discern God's Voice and Direction." Chpt 1.This booklet is only 3 chapters long and was taken from her book "What Happens When Women Say Yes to God". Let's compare Chapter 1 to Scripture.2021-05-1017 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.2- Titus 2 Time: Homemaking and the Doctrine of VocationWhat is the doctrine of vocation and what does it have to do with Homemaking? 2021-05-0220 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp.2: Homemaking and the Doctrine of VocationWhat is the doctrine of vocation and what does it have to do with Homemaking? 2021-05-0220 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 1- Our Popular American Evangelical Women’s Ministry: Is it failing Christian Women?My 2 cents on the failures of the Evangelical Women's Ministry of today.2021-04-1724 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedEp. 1: Our Popular American Evangelical Women's Ministry: Is it failing Christian Women?My 2 cents on the failures of the Evangelical Women's Ministry of today.2021-04-1724 minThoroughly EquippedThoroughly EquippedThe purpose for Thoroughly EquippedWhat is this podcast all about? Take a 4 min break to find out.2021-03-3004 minMelissa\'s MidlifeMelissa's Midlife#10 Lex Boon: de journalist met tijdloze verhalenLex Boon is journalist en schrijver van het boek Ananas, een van de meest geniale boeken ooit, waarin Lex duikt in het onderwerp ananas, om te dealen met z'n liefdesverdriet. Hij deelt (in deze best wel melige aflevering) over zijn journalisten carrière, o.a. bij NRC, NRC Next, Parool (Lex z'n droomkrant). Over hoe hij een dag lang onderzoek deed naar de caravan van Bassie & Adriaan die was uitgebrand (inclusief quotes van Bassie en Adriaan), en zo zijn typische stijl van journalistiek ontstond. En we hebben het over zijn nieuwe fascinatie: kunstroven... Andere geniale v...2021-02-261h 01