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The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In GodS2 E29. Responding To The Rebirth: Highlights from the London Conference'Responding To The Rebirth' - Justin Brierley and Glen Scrivener were joined by speakers Elizabeth Oldfield, Bishop Mike Royal, Prof John Lennox, Dai Woolridge, Rhiannon McAleer, Al Gordon, Rev Daniel French and Sarah Yardley.Justin present highlights from the London conference, including, talks, videos, panel conversations and audience Q&A. Access the conference videos in full: https://www.rebirthconference.net
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2025-12-161h 19
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithChosen, Called, and Courageous - 1 Samuel Bible Study Chapter 16Host Sarah Woolridge welcomes listeners into the story of David’s anointing in 1 Samuel 16 — a pivotal moment that reminds us God’s perspective is nothing like ours. “People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.”Sarah spends time unpacking this verse, reflecting on how it ultimately points us to Jesus, and offering encouragement for anyone feeling overlooked, misunderstood, or uncertain about their place in God’s plan. Whether you’re navigating grief, facing judgment, or searching for courage to continue where you are, this episode speaks directly to the heart.You are seen...
2025-05-0430 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithCourageous Obedience: Saul’s Failure and Christ’s Sacrifice - 1 Samuel Chapter 15 Bible StudyIn this special Easter episode of The Prickly Pear Podcast, Sarah Woolridge continues the Courageous series with 1 Samuel 15. As Saul disobeys God and blames others, we’re reminded how easy it is to let pride cloud our judgment and fear others more than we fear the Lord. Sarah explores the tension between partial obedience and full surrender, and invites us to reflect on the ultimate example of courage and humility—Jesus. Where Saul failed, Jesus prevailed. His perfect obedience, even to the point of death, is our hope and our calling. Join us as we remember God's faithfulness, confront our...
2025-04-1832 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithFinding Courage through Connection - 1 Samuel Chapter 14 Bible StudyIn this soul-stirring episode of The Prickly Pear Podcast, host Sarah Woolridge dives into the heart of 1 Samuel 14 as part of our Courageous series. Through the story of Jonathan and his armor-bearer, we explore the power of deep friendship, the strength found in surrendering control to God, and the kind of courage that’s birthed in connection—not isolation.Sarah reflects on what it means to walk boldly with others, leaning into the truth that healing and hope often bloom within community. Whether you're in a season of bold moves or quiet waiting, this conversation offers encouragement and...
2025-04-1335 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithCourage to Wait - 1 Samuel 13 Bible StudyIn this episode of our 1 Samuel series, Sarah Woolridge dives deep into the powerful lessons found in 1 Samuel chapter 13. As we examine King Saul's struggle with impatience and his failure to wait on God’s timing, we ask ourselves tough questions: Are we trying to handle things on our own instead of trusting God? Do we fail to respond with repentance when we lack patience? And most importantly, can we find the courage to follow God's will even in difficult circumstances? Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that challenges us to seek Christ first, not just the blessings He gi...
2025-03-3029 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithFaithful Prayer - 1 Samuel 12 Bible StudyWe're back in 1 Samuel! This week we are studying Chapter 12. We’re diving into the call to pray without ceasing, and to embrace the stillness that allows us to hear from God. Samuel reminds the Israelites again of God's faithfulness, and not to forget Him as they have in the past. Together we think about the limitations that come with living hurt, and we reflect on God’s provision despite it all. 🎧 Tune in and step into courage today!Mentioned in this podcast: Therapy and Theology https://open.spotify.com/episode/1w6ISNkdgfV...
2025-03-2328 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithEnCOURAGEment for the First Year - A faith-filled conversation with Hayden McGlumphryBetween sleepless nights, shifting identities, and unexpected challenges, we could all use a little faith-filled enCOURAGEment in motherhood. In this episode, Sarah Woolridge is joined by her sister-in-law Hayden McGlumphry to share in a conversation of their first year as mothers. Tune in for real talk, faith-filled encouragement, and lessons we can apply to motherhood from Esther and Nehemiah.Whether you're navigating postpartum struggles, adjusting to new priorities, or simply trying to find peace in the chaos, this conversation will encourage you to release control, lean on God’s strength, and redefine success on His terms....
2025-03-1634 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithBreaking Cycles and Making Disciples in Colombia - An Interview with Amanda BergerIn this powerful episode of The Prickly Pear Podcast, host Sarah Woolridge welcomes Amanda Berger, a passionate missionary and addiction recovery advocate. Amanda shares her 13-year journey from sensing God’s call to Colombia as a teen to now launching a faith-based recovery ministry in Armenia, Colombia — a region heavily impacted by drug trafficking and substance abuse. Learn how Amanda is partnering with local churches to build intentional discipleship communities, support those reentering society after recovery, and equip the church to better walk alongside individuals battling addiction. This heartfelt conversation touches on courage, calling, community, and the power of God’...
2025-03-0925 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithFacing Crisis with Courage - 1 Samuel Chapter 11 Bible StudyIn this episode, Sarah Woolridge takes us through 1 Samuel 11, unpacking the significance of building a strong community of believers and how our everyday, seemingly mundane moments can prepare us for ministry. She dives deep into how we can discern if our decisions are fear-based or faith-based, and how we must sometimes “go to battle” despite the fear that might paralyze us.Mentioned in this podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/farewell-01-exit-interviews-how-r-m-changed-us/id1072833310?i=1000691387660
2025-03-0230 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithMy Guide: What's in and what's out in 2025 (A Bonus Episode)If you have yet to set your 2025 priorities and goals, then this episode is for you! In this episode, Sarah Woolridge shares the changes she's embracing as a mom with 2 kids 2 and under, and where God is guiding her in this new season. Tune in for ideas on how to live your God-given purpose and make this year your most intentional yet!Books mentioned: Don't Miss It: Parent Like Every Week Counts by Kristen Ivy and Reggie JoinerKeep It Shut by Karen EhmanMusic B...
2025-02-2320 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your Faith(Part 1) Finding Peace in Psalm 37: A tribute to the way my sister lovedIn this heartfelt episode, we explore Psalm 37, diving into its powerful themes of anger, grief, courage, and the joy of delighting in the Lord. As we reflect on these scriptures, I share personal stories of my sister, Lydia, and the profound ways she demonstrated love. Join us as we study God's Word in our two part Bible Study on Psalm 37. Mentioned: Gospel Mom: How to Make Biblical Decisions and Discover the Mom God Created You to Be- by Emily A Jensen and Laura WiflerMusic By: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
2025-02-1626 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your Faith(Part 2) Finding Peace in Psalm 37: A tribute to the way my sister lovedIn part 1 of this heartfelt series, we explore Psalm 37, diving into its powerful themes of anger, grief, courage, and the joy of delighting in the Lord. As we reflect on these scriptures, I share personal stories of my sister, Lydia, and the profound ways she demonstrated love. Join us as we study God's Word in our two part Bible Study on Psalm 37. Music By: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-dayLicense code: 4R5RT5OZQQECYUUA
2025-02-1619 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithCourage in the Mess - 1 Samuel Chapter 10 Bible StudyToday we discover how to be courageous in the mess of motherhood, or whatever life throws our way, by looking at Saul and his anointing as King. Buckle up, we are going through the entire chapter this episode! Make sure you're following so you don't miss the next chapter in our study on 1 Samuel.
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2025-01-2627 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithThe Fear of God Part 2 - A Bible Study on Exodus 14We're taking a little break from 1 Samuel, because God laid a passage on my heart I just had to share! I hope this message is coming at the perfect time for you! And because I mention it several times in this episode, I'd love for you to check out these links! Keep in mind, this episode is part 2 of a two part series!
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2025-01-0520 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithThe Fear of God - A Bible Study on Exodus 14We're taking a little break from 1 Samuel, because God laid a passage on my heart I just had to share! I hope this message is coming at the perfect time for you! And because I mention it several times in this episode, I'd love for you to check out these links!
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2025-01-0525 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithQ&A with Sarah Woolridge - All about studying the BibleToday our host answers your questions! We cover some of my favorite traditions as a kid, and how to study the Bible, as well as a message we can learn from Mary in Luke 2. Sarah shares some things that have been on her heart over the holidays. Thank you for following and sharing!
2024-12-2921 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithCourage to Act - 1 Samuel Bible Study Chapter 9Welcome to another episode of our study on 1 Samuel! Here are some of the key questions for application from this episode: What areas in my life do I need to ask for help? What is God "leaning into my ear" to tell me and how can I respond in obedience? Don't hesitate to comment. If you have any questions or topics you would like our host to cover in the next Q&A, be sure to ask now, before it's too late! Thanks for being a part...
2024-12-1525 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithCourage to be Different - 1 Samuel Bible Study Chapter 8Welcome to our Bible Study podcast. Come as you are. You are welcome here. I'm wishing a special Happy Birthday in heaven to my sister today! Happy Birthday, Lydia! I hope you all enjoy this episode. Don't forget to follow so you won't miss the next chapter next week! Today's Journal Prompts: (If you are into that.). In what areas in my life, am I wanting to be like everyone else? What am I really asking God for? Am I asking Him for an image? Am I taking responsibility for things that have nothing to...
2024-12-0823 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithLearning Love and Overcoming FearWelcome to our foundational episode on courage! Thank you for joining us for our Bible Study today. I'm so excited for our passages, so grab your Bible, or a pair of headphones!
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2024-12-0119 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithCourageous Love: Trusting God in the Adoption Process with Tyler and Chelsea LinnWe kick off season 2 with an interview! Join us today as Tyler and Chelsea Linn share their adoption story. Next Sunday, we will continue our new series as we study what God has to say about being courageous. As always, leave a comment with your thoughts, or a review if you enjoyed this episode! Thanks in advance for sharing the Prickly Pear Podcast.
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2024-11-2436 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithContent with a Little Flour and Oil - Part 2We continue our topical Bible Study on contentment as we finish the passage in 1 Kings 17. Thank you so much for joining us today!
2024-11-1722 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithContent with a Little Flour and OilJoin us as we study 1 Kings 17. This episode is for everyone walking through an unknown or even just an uncomfortable situation. God has some powerful examples in His word about contentment. What if the miracle is "just enough?"
2024-11-1021 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithContent in the Kitchen - Practical Tips for Meal Planning, Groceries, and etc.I'm so glad you're here! During my time in leadership at Chick-fil-A, I learned a few tips and tricks that I have been using in my own kitchen! My hope is that no matter what food you do or don't buy, this episode will challenge you to think about stewardship. Though we may be in different seasons of life, the goal is the same, "To manage well, what God has entrusted to us." Every family is different. These skills gave me confidence that I did my very best. If this episode is helpful for you, leave me a comment...
2024-11-0336 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithBonus Episode- Q&A with Sarah WoolridgeWe are celebrating our 10th episode since the re-launch with a Q&A episode with our host! Thank you for sending in your questions! Together, we discuss everything from favorite colors, to lukewarm Christianity. There's a little something for everyone in this episode.
2024-10-2727 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithContent Despite our Circumstances with Erin JeffriesWe are welcoming a special guest this week! Erin Jeffries shares her journey from discontentment to contentment with some practical tips that made a world of a difference in her life. You do not want to miss what she has to say. To follow Erin and her ministry, you can find her on Instagram @live_encouraged8.
2024-10-2024 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithContentment and Community with Jessica JiménezToday we are joined by our first guest, Jessica Jiménez. She shares her story of some sharp and prickly situations in her faith. Together we discuss the importance of community as we find our contentment in Christ. You do not want to miss what she has to share!
2024-10-1322 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithThe Contentment Series - Content in "What We Do"We can be content in whatever work we choose to do. Follow along as we study Philippians 1 and Colossions 3 to discover no matter WHERE we are in our careers, we can be confident in WHO we are.
2024-10-0619 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithThe Contentment Series - Content in "Who God Is"This episode is mostly just a Bible study, so if you like a woman's Bible Study, this one is for you! I hope it brings you hope and encouragement. Together we study Ephesians and Elijah, and God's LIMITLESSNESS when we listen to His voice. If you enjoy this message, please leave a comment or a review and share with your friends!
2024-09-2425 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithBONUS Episode - Birth StoryToday our host, Sarah Woolridge, shares the birth story of her son Luke! This is a BONUS episode, because it has nothing to do with our series on contentment or our typical scripture and points outline of doing things. We hope you will enjoy this episode. If you have more ideas for bonus episodes, leave a comment or send us a message on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook or even Pinterest.
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2024-09-1540 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithThe Contentment Series - Marriage Episode 3Join us for our final episode on marriage, in our series on contentment. We finish our points, and even study the first marriage in the Garden of Eden. Open your Bible to Genesis, and get ready to study what God really has to say about marriage. As always, guide us a review, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok or Pinterest! We would love to connect with your an hear your feedback and questions!
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2024-09-1520 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithThe Contentment Series - Marriage Episode 2For our second episode on marriage, we study how we can practically put God's plan for our marriage first, in order to find true contentment. We discuss scripture, as we follow three tips to give us the marriage we dream of. If you like this episode, follow along on social media! We would love to answer your questions and engage with you! https://www.instagram.com/pricklypearpodcast/
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2024-09-1524 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithThe Contentment Series - Marriage Episode 1If you love a love story, this episode is for you! Our host, Sarah Woolridge, shares her love story to her husband Riley. We end our time together with scripture, as she share what she wishes she had known when she first got married. This episode is perfect for the newlyweds, or for those that are struggling to find contentment in their relationships! If you like this episode, please leave a review and share!
2024-09-1519 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithThe Contentment Series FoundationsThe Prickly Pear Podcast is BACK with a new series on contentment. Today, we define what contentment really means, and focus on what God really has to say about it. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok and Pinterest!
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2024-09-1520 min
Newfound Happy HourTackle the Root of the Problem with ErinKicking off the new year with Sarah is Dr Erin Woolridge, ND. They cover A LOT. Starting off the new year often comes with setting personal, work-related, and activity goals, but we can't begin to think about those things if we are facing any kind of health symptoms. Erin discusses where to begin, how to handle contradicting social media posts on what to eat and not eat, and how your hormones can be affected by what you consume. A common topic these days, they talk about coming off birth control and how our cycles affect how we feel.
2023-01-131h 00The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithFor the Anxious Grieving HeartC.S. Lewis said, "Grief felt so much like fear." Today we address the fear and anxiety that comes with grief and some truth from the Bible on ways to overcome it.
2021-08-0121 min
The Fresh Fiction PodcastDanielle and Gwen's Summer Check-in (Guests Roseann and Marissa from Love's Sweet Arrow)On today's episode...
Danielle traveled and hung out with a bunch of kids!
Gwen survived the Seattle heatwave and didn’t murder her husband in the process!
Host Check-in!
Gwen has had an eventful 2021 so far, including moving across the country, bringing back the FF podcast, finding her perfect Costco in her new city, and starting a new event planning job.
Danielle has a pub date for her debut novel (but she can’t share it just yet). Get ready for Summer 2022!
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2021-07-0958 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithDehydrated DayzThis week we tackle dehydration, in the desert moments of our lives. We dive into scripture to see what Christ has to say about water, and overcoming difficult moments.
2021-04-2631 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithGrief HappensToday we address grief, with some tips and tricks and a little truth from scripture!
2021-04-1923 minThe Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithBleh 20202020 sucked... and to be honest... some of the tools I used to survive, I'm still using every day.
Matthew 14: 31 Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him. “You of little faith,” he said, “why did you doubt?”
2021-04-1219 min
The Prickly Pear Podcast - Christian encouragement for Desert Seasons in your FaithMeet the Prickly Pear PodcastJust an introduction to my Podcast. Thanks for tuning in!
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2021-04-1202 min
The Homance ChroniclesEpisode 128: A Deep Dive into Past Lives feat. Mindset Coach Dee WoolridgeCoach Dee is a specialist in effective communication, a motivational speaker and a bestselling author. She's been helping people transform their lives through coaching, counseling and hypnotherapy for over 30 years. She shares her personal past life regression story and MindShift moments that transformed her life. Kick Fear in the Face - Free Video Workshop IG: @deewoolridge @homance_chronicles Contact us: https://linktr.ee/homance
2021-03-111h 14
What in the World? Language PodcastMensajes Positivos en los tiempos extrañosHoy nos encontramos en tiempos únicos, donde todo parece estar al revés. La normalidad se ha ido, y nos quedamos con la creación de nuevos normales, como un barco en el mar en tiempo tormentoso. Pero no estamos solos, amigos, sino juntos en estas aguas inexploradas. Les ofrezco un podcast con un mensaje de esperanza y e hermandad. Juntos podemos navegar en estos tiempos difíciles, mientras buscamos aguas más tranquilas..
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2020-03-2420 min