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Her Portion“Bible Study Tips”: Q-Tips from QuortneyJoin Quortney for this weeks episode loaded with all of her favorite Bible study tips and tricks. Her Q-Tips have helped women all over the United States learn how to dig deeper into God’s Word and “study to shew thyself approved”! Not growing up in a Christian home has made Quortney realize there are women all over that struggle with this, just like she did. Not knowing where to start with your Bible isn’t a rarity. If you struggle, you’re not alone. Listen in as she gives you some encouragement and very practical tips to help you make t...
2025-03-1212 min
Her Portion“Burnout”: This one’s for you, mama!Mama, have you ever been on the brink of an explosion? 💥 Have you ever thought, if someone says my name one more time… or if I have to plan another meal, I’d rather starve... Well, you’re not alone. Tons of mamas responded in Quortney’s question box on Instagram to let her know that different aspects of motherhood lead them to burnout! Join Quortney as she gives you some practical advice for those days you are teetering on the edge. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2024-09-1114 min
Her Portion“Motherhood”: Settle your heartEpisode 166Motherhood: Settle your heart.With Quortney J from @running_redeemed Do you ever get bogged down in the seemingly monotonous chores that come along with the best job in the world? Motherhood isn’t easy. In fact, it’s down right hard some days. But guess what? Mommin’ is My MinistryIt’s one of the most important jobs God has given us.Join Quortney as she encourages you to settle your heart and change your perspective! Connect with the ladies of Her...
2024-05-0809 min
Her Portion“How I Met My Spouse”: Quortney’s StoryJoin Quortney as she opens a window into her past telling how she met her husband, Brian, and how God has changed their story over the last 16 years. She also shares a little marriage advice at the end. So make sure you stick around for that! ;)Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2024-02-1409 min
Her PortionDoubt: When you doubt your salvation.When you have doubts, what exactly are you doubting? Is it your feeling or your memory or is it God? Listen as Quortney shares, from the Bible, how you can know you’re saved. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion! QuortneyCrystalHannahJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2023-10-0510 min
Her Portion“Walk Worthy”: It starts in your heart!Join Quortney from Running Redeemed as she shares one way that Christian’s are to walk worthy or appropriately. As Christian women, we like to ignore this section of our lives and brush it off as irrelevant. But, that’s not biblical. If it matters to God, it should matter to us! Connect with the ladies of Her Portion!QuortneyCrystalHannahJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2023-07-1907 min
Her Portion“Personal Devotions”: What’s your attitude towards God’s Word?Our attitude matters! Join Quortney as she encourages you to check your attitude and the way you think about daily devotions. If you’ve gotten out of the habit of studying your Bible everyday, maybe it’s your mind! What are you feasting on? Where is your delight?Connect with the ladies of Her Portion:QuortneyCrystalHannahJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2023-06-2814 min
Her Portion“Personal Devotions”: Is It Truly Personal?In this episode Hannah talks about how easy it is to compare our personal devotion time with the Lord to others.In doing so it hinders our special walk with the Lord that He wants. In this episode you’ll learn exactly what it means to have a very “personal” devotion time that is special to you and Him. We hope it encourages you this week in your walk with Him.To connect with the ladies of Her Portion you can do so on Instagram:Hannah- @hannahlubutlerJackie- @jackiema...
2023-06-2110 min
Her Portion"Personal Devotions": Seeking to Know GodIn this episode, Crystal shares her testimony about starting a daily walk with the LORD and how it changed her life. Of course, when we read what God has to say about His Word in Psalm 19:7-14, it should be no surprise to us that when we show up consistently with a heart to seek Him, our lives will be changed! Crystal closes the episode with some practical ideas and tips you may want to add into your own quiet time with the LORD. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah...
2023-06-1414 min
Her Portion"Motherhood": Step Back and SurrenderParenting young adults can be challenging. In this episode, Crystal describes this season as a time to "Step Back and Surrender." It can be difficult to take a step back and encourage our children to follow the LORD's leading in their lives and make decisions for themselves. She challenges us not to be like Rebekah, who said, "Obey my voice," but instead say, "Seek the LORD and obey His voice."Connect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @Running_RedeemedJackie @JackieMarieCarr__Crystal @AuthorCrystalRatcliffConnect...
2023-05-2421 min
Her Portion“Motherhood”: Modeling Biblical WomanhoodMamas, the world is evil. We know that! Are you redeeming the time and being proactive in your home. Are you using the influence God has given you to model biblical womanhood in your home? Our children get enough of the world when they are outside of our homes! What are you teaching them by example? Join Quortney as she admonishes us to use our time wisely and carefully! Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2023-05-1708 min
Her Portion"Salvation Testimonies": Conviction or Doubt?Crystal continues the theme of "Salvation Testimonies" by sharing her story this week. She struggled for many years to admit her need for salvation before finally surrendering to the conviction of the Holy Spirit and accepting Christ as Savior. She also spends some time discussing common reasons people doubt their salvation and gives a few thoughts of encouragement. There is no greater peace than knowing where you will spend eternity. If you have not accepted Christ as your Savior, may you call upon Him today!Romans 10:9-10, 13 (KJV)9 That if...
2023-04-2612 min
Her Portion“Salvation Testimonies”: Quortney JJoin Quortney as she shares how the Lord changed her eternal destination in 2005 and her life on earth in 2011. Are you struggling with assurance of your salvation? Give this episode a listen!1 John 5:13 KJVThese things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2023-04-1918 min
Her PortionBonus Episode: Communication Check-UpJoin Crystal for this month's bonus episode! She takes us on a journey through her recent "Communication Check-Up" and how the LORD is ready and willing to help us in this area of our lives. David prayed in Psalm 141:3 - 4, "Set a watch, O Lord, before my mouth; keep the door of my lips. Incline not my heart to any evil thing, to practise wicked works with men that work iniquity: and let me not eat of their dainties."Spurgeon had this to say about these verses, “David feels that with all his own w...
2023-03-2917 min
Her Portion"Seasons": The Sovereignty of GodOur earthly seasons are just one way that God reveals His supreme power over all of creation. Seasons come, and season go. And with each changing season, we can be reminded that God is sovereign. Join Crystal as she looks to Daniel for an example of praising the LORD for His sovereignty, as well as some elements of prayer that will be helpful when we are going through a difficult spiritual season. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @Running_RedeemedJackie @JackieMarieCarr__Crystal @AuthorCrystalRatcliff...
2023-03-0811 min
Her PortionSeasons: a season, a time, & a purposeJoin Quortney from as she introduces our topic for March and opens up this famous passage of Scripture. No matter what season of life you’re in right now, God is there with you. Seasons come and go, but our God remains the same!Connect with the ladies from Her Portion:Quortney CrystalHannahJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2023-03-0111 min
Her Portion“Rest”: When you don’t get it.Join Quortney as she shows you, from the Bible, how Jesus reacted when He didn’t get the rest He had planned. Do you mirror His reaction? Or are you more like the disciples? Connect with the ladies of Her Portion:Quortney CrystalHannahJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2023-02-1512 min
Her Portion"Rest": Jesus is our Rest!In the very beginning, God gave us an example of rest. He would later add to that example, declaring it the Sabbath Day. He instructed the nation of Israel to keep it holy, rest from work, and remember Who He was and all He had done for them. It was to be a sign, a perpetual covenant, between God and His people. In the Old Testament, the Israelites were required to keep the law. They continually gave offerings and sacrifices to make themselves acceptable to God. These had to be repeated over and over again. But the M...
2023-02-0111 min
Her Portion“Stewardship”: Of TrialsCan you even steward a trial? How can you possibly steward something you can’t control or didn’t ask for?In this episode Hannah shares what she has learned from the Scriptures about stewarding the trials that God has allowed in our lives.If you are in the midst of a trial this will encourage you. If you are not this will encourage you and prepare you.If you would like to connect with any of the ladies on Her Portion you can find them on Instagram:Hannah- @hannhlubutlerQ...
2023-01-2512 min
Her Portion"Stewardship": Redeeming the TimeWhat a great time of year to talk about stewardship! There is no doubt that many of us are considering–and have even set goals–to improve in certain areas of our lives. Most of the time when we think of stewardship, we think of finances. And we do need to be a good steward of the money that God has entrusted to us. But we also need to be a good steward over other areas of our life. Our homes, our health, our ministries. Join Crystal as she considers what it means to be a...
2023-01-1110 min
Her Portion“Stewardship”: Of your bodyWomen all around the world can be heard shouting the all too familiar phrase “It’s my body. I’ll do what I want.” When in fact, the Bible teaches the opposite. Join Quortney from @running_redeemed as she shows you, from the Bible, what God has to say about our bodies.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion:Quortney CrystalHannah JackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2023-01-0410 min
Her Portion"Peace": Lessons From MaryThe world is desparately seeking peace, and often, even Christians struggle with feeling unsettled, anxious, and discouraged by their circumstances. We know that true peace can only come through our relationship with the LORD, but what does it take to experience His peace in the midst of our every day lives? In this episode, join Crystal as she shares some practical lessons we can learn from Mary about peace!Connect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @Running_RedeemedJackie @JackieMarieCarr__Crystal @AuthorCrystalRatcliff
2022-12-2817 min
Her Portion“Peace”: On EarthEpisode 94: Peace on EarthIf you’re looking for peace in worldly treasures, if you’re looking for peace in worldly ideals, if you’re looking for peace in anything this world has to offer: you’re looking in the wrong place. Join Quortney, as she shares from the Bible, where our peace comes from. Or… who it comes from. Connect with the ladies from Her Portion:QuortneyCrystalHannahJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2022-12-2109 min
Her PortionBonus Episode: Christmas- The Person & The PurposeDo you know what we are celebrating when we celebrate CHRISTmas? I’ve been to some pretty elaborate birthday parties through the years. (I might even be guilty of throwing 1 or 2.)How do you celebrate the birth of the most important baby ever born? Is that what you’re celebrating at Christmas time? Or is it the food and presents for you? The greatest gift ever given was given to you, friend! Do you know what it is?Join me, Quortney J, for a special bonus episode on the The Pers...
2022-11-3013 min
Her PortionContentment: Being thankful for what you do have!Join Quortney as she teaches you how to practice contentment and shows you from the life of one of her favorite Bible characters, what a blessing contentment can be! Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2022-11-2314 min
Her Portion"Contentment": Dangers of DiscontentmentJoin Crystal as she considers how discontent the nation of Israel was during their journey to the Promised Land. The result of that discontentment is seen in all of the murmuring and complaining! Our first thought may be to judge the Israelites harshly for their constant complaints, but we all have work to do in this area. In this episode, we'll spend some time learning from the murmuring and complaining and discuss some practical ways we can learn to be content. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @R...
2022-11-0913 min
Her Portion"Our Adornment": HumilityIn speaking of I Timothy 2:9-15, Warren W. Wiersbe said this, “The contrast here is between the artificial glamour of the world and the true beauty of a godly life.” Part of that godly life in the Christian woman is to display a meek and quiet spirit in every area of life. It's a humility that will be seen in what we wear, how we behave, and especially in how we embrace our God-given role in our homes and churches. Join Crystal as she discusses adorning ourselves with the spirit of humility and finding true joy, f...
2022-10-1911 min
Her Portion“Our Adornment”: Our heart and hull.Join Quortney as she shares, from the Bible, the 1-2 punch of our adornment. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion:QuortneyHannahCrystalJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2022-10-0509 min
Her Portion"Titus 2 Woman": Be TeachableThe Titus 2 Woman. When we hear that title, our minds may immediately go to the aged women teaching the younger women or even perhaps the list of things the aged women are supposed to teach the younger woman. Truly, the chapter is filled with qualities that should characterize all Christian women striving to live for the Lord. We may be an aged woman. Or we may be a younger woman. But spiritually speaking, we are probably both. We all need to be teachable and also willing to teach with an attitude of love and humility. J...
2022-09-2116 min
Her Portion“Titus 2 Woman”: Keepers at HomeJoin Hannah in this episode as she shares her study on “keepers at home” found in Titus 2:5.Today it is looked at as oppressive to be a keeper at home or a “homemaker”. But God’s Word says the opposite. It is an honorable job and something not to take lightly at all. And yes, it does involve cleaning but don’t be deceived the homemakers job is so much more than that.And whether you have children or no children, are married or single, you have a space to keep.We ho...
2022-09-1411 min
Her Portion“Titus 2 Woman”: Why a Christian’s behavior is so important?Join Quortney J from @running_redeemed for this episode and learn from Titus chapter 2, why, the Bible says, it matters how Christians act! Although we live under grace, God still has standards for how we, as Christian women, ought to live. None of us are perfect, but we should strive to be as close as possible. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion!QuortneyHannahCrystalJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2022-09-0709 min
Her PortionBonus Episode: International Overdose Awareness DayIn this episode, Hannah shares her personal story of overdose in her family that led to her mothers death. Stick around to the end as she shares how you can make an impact and help this nation wide problem from a Biblical standpoint. You can make a difference even if you do not know anyone personally who has an addiction or has passed away from an overdose.If you enjoyed this episode and believe it could encourage someone you know, would you consider sharing it with them?Connect with the ladies of...
2022-08-3012 min
Her Portion“Rise up”: Above worldly standardsJoin Quortney as she encourages us as Christian women to rise up and declare the Word of God so that future generations know where to stand.We have to fight back, with God’s Word against the things that society is trying to deem normal!If it’s not normal or right, we should be know what God’s Word has to say about it and then declare it!We need to take back the definition of normal! Stop giving in and let the world define our terms and let God define...
2022-08-2414 min
Her Portion“Rise Up”: Don’t Quit, Keep Going!Have you ever been knocked down by someone else or even your own thoughts? Have you ever gone to God and asked for forgiveness, yet didn’t feel forgiven?Have you ever wondered why basic things in the Christian life like going to church, reading your Bible or even prayer were SO difficult? In this episode Hannah shares a short study from Proverbs that might help explain the answers to those questions. We are all tempted to quit. We have all felt like we couldn’t get back up after taking a ha...
2022-08-1709 min
Her Portion"Rise Up": Rise Up From DiscouragementJoin Crystal as she kicks off this month's theme, Rise Up, by discussing Elijah's battle with discouragement. Elijah had witnessed God's Provision and God's Power (I Kings 17-18), and still he was afraid when Jezebel threatened his life. He ran away, isolating himself from everyone else (I Kings 19). Warren Wiersbe said, "Solitude only feeds discouragement and helps grow into self-pity, which is even worse." That's exactly what happened to Elijah. In his solitude, he wanted to die, believing there was no one else serving the LORD and that he was all alone. However, God met h...
2022-08-0316 min
Her Portion"Freedom": Freedom Isn't Free"Freedom isn't Free" is a popular phrase we often hear which causes us to think about the sacrifices our military men and women, along with their families, have made and continue to make to ensure the freedom we enjoy. As we consider the costs of our freedom, it should cause us to be thankful. Join Crystal in this episode as she takes some time to consider the phrase "Freedom isn't Free" when talking about our freedom in Christ. We are freed from sin, obligation to our flesh, and condemnation. However, we are also free to serve! Considering t...
2022-07-2011 min
Her Portion“Freedom”: from sin not to sinPeople sometimes get confused when we talk about Christian liberty. Christians use it as an excuse to live however they want and the lost are confused by it. Join Quortney as she uses 1 Corinthians to show you exactly what the Bible teaches about our freedom in Christ. 1 Corinthians 6:12 KJVAll things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.You can find the ladies of Her Portion on IG!Her PortionQuortneyCr...
2022-07-0612 min
Her PortionBonus Episode - Worry vs. Peace: My Recent BattleIt's time for another bonus episode on the Her Portion Podcast!Join Crystal as she shares a personal testimony about her recent battle with worrisome thoughts and the steps she took to overcome them. It wasn't easy, immediate, or even lasting--those pesky worrisome thoughts like to come back over and over again! But God!Through a focus on prayer and right thinking, the Lord helped her get victory and experience His peace during an uncertain time. Prayer + Right Thinking = PEACEPhilippians 4:6-9 KJV
2022-06-2912 min
Her Portion"Trust": Practicing T.R.U.S.T.Trust the Lord! It sounds so simple, but is it?We all know we SHOULD trust the Lord. We even know in our hearts that we CAN trust the Lord. But sometimes we still struggle to trust Him.Join Crystal as shares some practical steps to help us T.R.U.S.T. the Lord in every situation--whether a difficult trial or tragedy or something as simple as things not going our way. O taste and see that the Lord is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him. Psalm 34:8 KJV
2022-06-2215 min
Her Portion“Trust”: It’s not Him, it’s you!Proverbs 3:5-6 KJV[5] Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. [6] In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.Trust is built through observation and experience. If you find that you’re having a hard time trusting God, it’s not Him, it’s you!Join Quortney, from running redeemed for our newest episode as she shares what she’s been learning about trust, from her study of Ezra. You can find the ladies of her portion here:QuortneyCrystal
2022-06-1508 min
Her Portion“Spiritual Growth”: Are you abiding or idling?Join Quortney as she goes through John 15:1-11 to show us what Jesus teaches about abiding in Him and bearing fruit. Are you abiding or idling? Are you Showing the signs of a growing Christian? Or are you just taking up space, breathing the air, wearing the Christian tees, and going to church on Sunday?Idle- Not employed; unoccupied with business; inactive; doing nothing.Abide- to keep in fellowship with Christ so that He can work in and through us to produce fruit.You can connect with the ladies of Her...
2022-05-1812 min
Her Portion"Spiritual Growth": We Never Outgrow ItIt's time to GROW! This month the ladies of Her Portion will be talking about Spiritual Growth. It might not be a surprise that this is one of Crystal's favorite subjects. It is the theme of her Bible study, Pullin' Weeds, Plantin' Seeds. Join her as she spends a few minutes talking about the process of spiritual growth. It takes work. It is never ending. It can even be a little painful. But it is so worth it!May we never be satisfied with where we are in our...
2022-05-0411 min
Her Portion“Social Media”: A Powerful Tool for Good“But exhort one another daily, while it is To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.” Hebrews 3:13Where do people show up every day? Many go to social media daily. How can we use social media as a powerful tool for the Gospel and to encourage the brethren? Listen to this episode as Jackie discusses how you can use your social media blog to encourage.Be sure to connect with the ladies from Her Portion on Instagram-Jackie @https://instagram.com/jackiemariecarr_?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
2022-04-2709 min
Her Portion“Social Media”: The faulty measuring standard!Join Quortney as she shares her heart on how social media is a faulty measuring standard. The Bible says that measuring ourselves by ourselves is not wise. What do you use as your measuring tool?Connect with the ladies or Her Portion:Quortney CrystalHannahJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2022-04-2013 min
Her Portion"Social Media": Your ValidationWhere do you seek to get your validation from? In a time where a tiny red heart on a photo can hold so much power over our minds, it's so important to know where God wants us to get our validation from. Even if social media isn't something you are into or partake in, there is much to learn about where we should get our validation from. Join Hannah in this episode as she sheds light on this subject!Connect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @hannahlubutlerQuortney @running_redeemed...
2022-04-1308 min
Her Portion"Social Media": Social Media TrapsThis month the ladies of Her Portion will be sharing all about social media. They will be talking about the blessings and benefits of using social media, as well as, being careful to ensure even our social media use is pleasing to the Lord. Colossians 3:17 says, "And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him." In this episode, Crystal tackles some social media traps from two different perspectives: the consumer and the creator. A trap is considered any d...
2022-04-0513 min
Her PortionBonus Episode: “Having a Heart for God”In this short episode, let’s see what the Bible says about someone who has a heart for God. The Psalmist clearly had a heart for God, and it was said about David that he was the apple of God’s eye.Was he perfect? No, but he had a heart for God.Listen to this short episode where Jackie discusses a heart for God.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast-Jackie @https://instagram.com/jackiemariecarr_?utm_medium=copy_linkQuortney @https://instagram.com/running_redeemed?utm_medium=copy...
2022-03-3007 min
Her Portion"Putting on the New Man": Just ChooseIn this episode, we continue the theme of "Putting on the New Man." It is something that we must choose to do over and over--each and every day. Studying for this episode reminded me of this quote from the Bible study: “We are no longer bound to it {sin}. We now have the power to choose. We can choose to walk as the old man and continue in sin. Or we can choose to walk as the new man led by the Holy Spirit.” Pullin' Weeds, Plantin' Seeds (pg. 73)The choice soun...
2022-03-2312 min
Her Portion“Putting on the New Man”: Don’t feed the fleshRomans 13:14 “But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfill the lusts thereof.”That verse commands us to be more like Him! We grow based on the food we eat. That’s why this same verse warns us not to make provision for the flesh. Join Quortney as she encourages you to put off the old man, stop feeding your flesh, turn from worldly philosophies, and put on the Lord Jesus Christ. Connect with the ladies from Her Portion:QuortneyCrystalHannah...
2022-03-1609 min
Her Portion“Putting on the New Man”: The Mind of ChristMany times we can read the passage Ephesians 4:22-24, and be so consumed with trying to put off the old man we totally miss in context what Scriptures is teaching about putting in the new man. It’s not putting off the old man that makes us holy. Ephesians 4:24 says, “And that ye put on the new man which after God is created in righteousness and true holiness.” The new man is what God created righteous and holy. There’s nothing about flesh that’s holy or good. So, how do we put on the new man? I...
2022-03-0907 min
Her Portion"Putting On The New Man": Replacing the oldThis first episode kicks off the theme for the month of March and that is Putting on the new man!Scripture talks much about putting off and putting on. Join Hannah as she dives into what it means exactly to put off the old man and put on the new man. She gives examples from Scripture and some very practical advice.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion here:Hannah Quortney JackieCrystalConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2022-03-0212 min
Her Portion"Love One Another": Loving When It's HardIt is easy to love people we like–and people who like us! People who we understand. People we have things in common with. People we enjoy being around. It’s much more difficult to love those who seem unkind. Someone who has hurt us in the past or continues to do and say hurtful things. Someone who is so different that we have difficulty relating to them or understanding them. Someone who has different views than we do. In Matthew 5:43-48, Jesus gives us some instruction on how to love our "enemies" and none of the...
2022-02-2312 min
Her Portion“Love One Another”: Walk in LoveLearning to walk in love has to do with knowing our own position in Christ, having an understanding of what grace actually means. I’m talking about this topic on the podcast today. Don’t miss it! It’s such an important conversation.Connect with the ladies from Her Portion:Hannah @https://instagram.com/hannahlubutler?utm_medium=copy_linkQuortney @https://instagram.com/running_redeemed?utm_medium=copy_linkCrystal @https://instagram.com/authorcrystalratcliff?utm_medium=copy_linkJackie @https://instagram.com/jackiemariecarr_?utm_medium=copy_linkConnect with the...
2022-02-1609 min
Her Portion"Love One Another": Love Your EnemiesThe world has a lot to say about leaving behind those who don't suit YOU or those who are unkind to YOU, but what does God have to say about those relationships? Does He wants us to ditch them and move on and only give love to those who love us?Find out in this episode as Hannah shares her study from God's Word!Connect with the ladies of Her Portion on Instagram:HannahQuortneyJackieCrystalConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2022-02-0911 min
Her Portion“Love One Another”: What love is and what love ain’t!1st Corinthians chapter 13 is one of the most popular passages on love. Join Quortney as she shares what she’s learned about what real love is, and what it ain’t.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2022-02-0212 min
Her Portion“Word of the Year”: Be Still, my soulWith the hustle and bustle of an age of technology, we can have a hard time dealing with the effects that it can have on our mental state.Not only that, but even the Psalmist addresses this topic in Psalm 43:5, “Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted within me? hope in God: for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God.”With being in the health and wellness industry, I talk to people constantly dealing with anxiety and depression. Did you know that...
2022-01-2611 min
Her Portion"Word of the Year": He Must IncreaseJoin Hannah in this episode as she shares a special theme that the Lord laid on her heart for 2022, "He MUST Increase! How different may our lives look if we purpose to live day to day with the mindset of John 3:30, "He must increase, but I must decrease."?We hope you'll be challenged through this episode to grow deeper in your walk with the Lord and that you'll be encouraged!Connect with the ladies of Her Portion:HannahCrystalQuortneyJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion...
2022-01-1913 min
Her Portion“Word of the Year”: TrustJoin Quortney as she explains her word of the year, trust. What trust is. What trust isn’t. And what the Bible has to say about it. By the end of the episode, you should be able to tell where your trust lies. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion:QuortneyCrystalHannah JackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2022-01-1210 min
Her Portion"Word of the Year": Quiet Heart. Quiet Mind. Quiet Mouth.I’m so excited to kick off our theme for January which is really just each of us taking an episode and sharing the word that we have chosen to focus on in the year 2022. For me, these words or phrases are areas the LORD shows me need some improvement. I’ve had quite a few over the years…Embrace the Day. Discipline. Rest. Be humble. Invest. Wait.This year has been no different. The last few months, I’ve noticed a noisiness in my mind. An unsettling in my spirit…becoming easily frustrated or agitated—mo...
2022-01-0513 min
Her PortionBonus Episode: “Bible Study”Are you surprised that God’s Word had a lot to say about itself? Have you ever studied what it says?Join Quortney today as she gives a few tips and encourages you to really get into God’s Word in the New year! Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-12-2911 min
Her Portion“The Love of God”: His banner over me is loveHe brought me to the banqueting house, and his banner over me was love.Song of Solomon 2:4 KJVGod is the only One Who knows EVERYTHING about us, the ugliest parts of who we truly are and yet He chooses to call us by love. Not by our sin.Join Hannah in this episode for a closer look into this special verse!Connect with the ladies of Her Portion on Instagram:Hannah- @hannahlubutlerCrystal- @authorcrystalratcliffJackie- @jackimariecarr_Quortney- @running_redeemedConnect with the ladies of Her P...
2021-12-2206 min
Her Portion“The Love of God”: His motivationJoin Quortney has she brings into perspective just how much God loves you! “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” -John 3:16 KJVConnect with the ladies of Her Portion:QuortneyCrystalHannahJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-12-1506 min
Her Portion"The Love of Jesus": The Compassion of JesusI was reading through the Gospels when we chose the theme, "The Love of Jesus." Over and over again, I noticed that Jesus had compassion on the people. Let's take a look at five times when Jesus showed compassion during His earthly ministry and see what we can learn from our Savior, the greatest example of love. ~CrystalConnect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @Running_RedeemedJackie @JackieMarieCarr__
2021-12-0810 min
Her Portion"Thankfulness": Learning ContentmentHappy Thanksgiving friends!In this episode, Hannah shares with us a testimony of how she learned what was truly important on the holidays at a young age.She shares about finding contentment then with the little she had growing up and how it has followed her into her adult years.Although the lesson of contentment can be learned it is often something that we have to strive for and pray to have. It certainly isn't a one-time lesson and done.In this episode, you'll be encouraged to reflect on the things the...
2021-11-2412 min
Her Portion“Thankfulness”: How to Have a Thankful Spirit“It’s one thing to be grateful, it’s another to give thanks. Gratitude is what you feel. Thanksgiving is what you do.” Tim KellerI love that quote! Thanksgiving is hard because it takes work. It takes giving of ourselves and dying to our flesh. Learn today with Jackie, from Scripture, how we can live with a thankful spirit. I promise it will not only change you, but change your relationships!Connect with the ladies from Her Portion Podcast👇Crystal @https://instagram.com/authorcrystalratcliff?utm_medium=copy_linkHannah@https...
2021-11-1706 min
Her Portion“Thankfulness”: Thinkfulness is ThankfulnessThere are many ways that we can get our mind bent toward thankfulness this month. Listen to this weeks episode as Quortney encourages you to remember!Connect with the ladies of Her Portion:CrystalHannahJackieQuortneyConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-11-1009 min
Her Portion"Thankfulness": A Different Thankfulness ChallengeGive Thanks.It's a phrase we hear a lot during this season, but I'm thinking about it a little bit differently this year. As I was reading through the Psalms recently, I realized that we are often told to give thanks for WHO God is and not WHAT He is doing. If we are focused on WHO God is and trusting Him to care for every detail of our lives, we will be able to give thanks and praise Him regardless of the circumstances we face. Too often my thankfulness is all about the blessings...
2021-11-0309 min
Her Portion“Fear”: The Fear of Evil. The Fear of Man. The Fear of the LordI know fear has been a tough topic for me. It’s been something I’ve struggled with most of my life. Fear has manifested itself in many ways- doubting my salvation, doubting God, fearing rejection and what others think, fear of surrender, fear of the outcome, fear of failure… we could go on and on.Although, David says, “I will fear no evil: for thou art with me…” (Psalms 23)Listen to this podcast episode as Jackie talks about the three types of fear mentioned many times throughout the Bible. Follow the ladies on Her Porti...
2021-10-2712 min
Her Portion"Fear": Know God. No fear.Join me as we take a look at Psalm 27 and learn how we can overcome fear. It all starts with knowing God and knowing His Word! ~CrystalConnect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @Running_RedeemedJackie @JackieMarieCarr__Crystal @AuthorCrystalRatcliffConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-10-2010 min
Her Portion“Fear”: WHO am I fearing?In this episode Hannah defines for us the difference between a good fear and a bad fear that the Bible talks about. Through this episode she challenges you to take a look inwardly and examine what kind of fear is controlling your life, and the benefits of living in the right kind of fear!You can connect with the ladies of Her Portion On Instagram:Hannah- @hannahlubutlerJackie- @jackiemariecarr_Crystal- @authorcrystalratcliffQuortney- @running_redeemedConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-10-1313 min
Her PortionFear: Who, what, when, where, why...Webster defines fear as a painful emotion or passion excited by an expectation of evil, or the apprehension of impending danger. Fear is accompanied with a desire to avoid or ward off the expected evil. Fear is an uneasiness of mind, upon the thought of future evil likely to befall us.Some fears can be crippling. Some fears can seem silly. But, most importantly, some fears can keep us from the will of God. Some fears can be a stronghold. Some fears can be a sin. Join Quortney as she walks you though what fear...
2021-10-0614 min
Her PortionBonus Episode - The Promises of Psalm 139Welcome to the first ever bonus episode on the Her Portion podcast! I recently had the opportunity to teach Psalm 139 to a group of young ladies, and I was reminded of how comforting the promises found there are to me. Have you ever considered... How intimately the Lord knows you? How He is always with you? How the God of the universe created you? How much He thinks of you? How He makes a way for you to KNOW Him?Join me as we dig into these promises togethe...
2021-09-2911 min
Her Portion“The Bible”: Our Relationship with the WordGod’s Word should be everything to us. God refers to Himself and the Word as the Bread of Life. He wants us to desire Him as necessary as our daily food. Just as He gave His people manna each morning to go retrieve, God wants us to come to Him daily and learn more about Him and the truth He has for us each day to guide our paths. We are supposed to be studying it and meditating on it daily, as well as being submissive to it so that we can be properly equipped as we...
2021-09-2208 min
Her Portion"The Bible": God's Word is SufficientGod's Word is sufficient for doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction. It is sufficient to show us the way of salvation and how to live a life pleasing to the Lord. It is sufficient to give us comfort, hope, and joy. God's Word is sufficient!~CrystalSufficient performed by the Heartland Baptist Bible College choir.Connect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @Running_RedeemedJackie @JackieMarieCarr__Crystal
2021-09-1512 min
Her Portion"The Bible": It will never return void!This is an episode that will surely deepen your love for God AND His Word! It will encourage you to run to Bible and soak in whatever God has for you. Be sure to listen to the whole episode!God doesn't have to but He proves Himself over and over again!Did you know that Scripture contains scientific facts clear as day that was not discovered by man until thousands of years later? It's truly mind-blowing! In the second half of this episode, Hannah shows us some instances in Scripture where God told us factual...
2021-09-0812 min
Her Portion“The Bible”: Our guide. Our guardian. Our companion. Our light. Our lamp. And our life.Do you realize how powerful the Word of God is? Do you realize what a privilege it is?Do you realize all the roles it can fulfill?Join Quortney as she walks you through the verses of Proverbs 6:20-23 and points out some of the important roles in your life that God’s Word can fulfill. Here’s the question... is it? Connect with the ladies of Her Portion on their Instagram accounts!QuortneyCrystalHannahJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE...
2021-09-0108 min
Her Portion“Faith in Prayer”: What Actually Hinders PrayerIn this episode, Jackie discusses some things that hinder our prayer life. We talk about sin, unforgiveness, hurt, and bitterness, but how faith is actually the root issue. Prayer is key to communication with the Father and vital in every Christian’s daily life. We all have everything we need for a healthy prayer life because of Jesus. Tune in to this episode to hear how. To connect with the ladies from Her Portion Podcast visit them here-Crystal @ https://instagram.com/authorcrystalratcliff?utm_medium=copy_linkQuortney @ https://instagram.com/running_redeemed?utm...
2021-08-3013 min
Her Portion“Faith in Prayer”: Help thou mine unbeliefHave you ever found yourself discouraged in praying for someone or over a certain situation in your life? It feels like you have prayed so much for so long it's just hard to have "mountain top faith" when praying about it...?You certainly aren't alone and your prayers don't have to stay that way!Join Hannah as she shares from Mark chapter 9 about the account of the young boy who was possessed with a demon and his loving father who sought the disciples and Jesus to heal his son. When this father has...
2021-08-1814 min
Her Portion“Faith in Prayer”: Do you have it?We all like to think we have faith when we pray. But, do we? Listen as Quortney takes you to the Bible to understand that prayer is more than talking to God. We must have faith when we pray. Connect with the ladies of Her Portion on Instagram:CrystalHannahJackieQuortney Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-08-1108 min
Her Portion"Faith in Prayer": Questions About Prayer? The Bible Has the Answers!Hey there! This month we will be talking all about prayer on the Her Portion podcast. In this episode, I'm going to share with you some of the questions I've had about prayer (and still do from time to time). Thankfully, the Bible has the answers for my questions--and yours too. Let's see what we can learn about prayer together!~CrystalConnect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @Running_RedeemedJackie @JackieMarieCarr__
2021-08-0412 min
Her Portion“Friendship”: WARNING! The wrong kind of friends!Friendships can be so sweet! They can be encouraging! They can be good for us! But, there are also friendships that can be the opposite!The Bible talks a lot about influences! Listen today as Quortney uses the Bible to warn us about the influence of the wrong kind of friends.Connect with all the ladies of Her Portion:CrystalHannahJackieQuortneyConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-07-2810 min
Her Portion“Friendship”: How to Strengthen Our FriendshipsRomans 16 gives a detailed list of people that the apostle saluted, commended, and were beloved to him. They were people he was close to. There are so many character traits about these people that I believe will help our friendships and relationships as we work to apply them. Make sure to follow along with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast over on their social media accounts:HannahCrystalQuortneyJackieConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-07-1910 min
Her Portion"Friendship": Be That Kind of FriendAt a time when I felt very lonely, the Lord revealed to me that what I was really longing for was a closer walk with Him. He showed me that I already had "a friend that sticketh closer than a brother" (Proverbs 18:24). Let's take a look at Psalm 86 to see how the Lord fulfills the qualities of a good friend and how we can learn to be that kind of friend to others. ~CrystalThanks for listening. You can contact us at HerPortion@gmail.com.Connect...
2021-07-1412 min
Her Portion"Friendship": Combatting LonelinessJoin Hannah in this first episode of the month as she shares what God has taught her about combatting loneliness. We all either have or will face loneliness in our lives at one point or another. How we handle that loneliness can make us better or bring us low.In this episode Hannah goes over Proverbs 18:24 KJV"A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly, and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother." We pray this can be an encouragement to you if you are facing loneliness in th...
2021-07-0715 min
Her Portion"Wisdom": Exercise WisdomWhen wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee:"Proverbs 2:10-11Discretion, or discernment, which results from wisdom preserves--protects, guards, and keeps--us. It delivers us from the evil influences around us. It allows us to recognize those things that threaten to turn our hearts from the Lord and destroy our fellowship with Him. We must exercise wisdom by taking everything in our lives through the filter of God's Word. Put it to the test!~Crystal
2021-06-2109 min
Her Portion“Wisdom”: Are you wise or foolish?This verse always comes to my mind when I think of a wise woman. Proverbs 14:1“A wise woman buildeth her house, but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands.”Join Quortney as she gives us a list from Proverbs that we can use to check ourselves to see if we are building up or tearing down our home.1. The wise woman builds her house upon a rock and the foolish builds hers on the sand.2. The wise woman knows her place in the home and strives to fulfill it. The f...
2021-06-1616 min
Her Portion“Wisdom”: For Every ChristianI think many times Christians feel like wisdom can be unattainable or for the elite. I know there have been times when I was first married or first in ministry or when i first had babies and would think, “If I just knew the answer.”I Corinthians 1:30 says,“But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption:” If we have Christ Jesus living inside of us, we already have His wisdom. It’s a treasure that He’s given us.Tune in for a short Bi...
2021-06-1413 min
Her Portion"Wisdom": There is no wisdom against the Lord"There is no WISDOM nor understanding nor counsel against the Lord." Proverbs 21:30 KJVIn this episode Hannah talks about the difference between wisdom, understanding, and counsel. She also talks about false teachers. Are they sharing true wisdom? Should we be following after them?We pray this episode will encourage you to follow true wisdom found only in God's Word and from those who live by the truths in it!If you would like to connect with the ladies of "Her Portion Podcast" you can find them on Instagram:Hannah @hannahlubutlerQuortney...
2021-06-0911 min
Her Portion"Wisdom": Get Wisdom“Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom and with all the getting get understanding.”Proverbs 4:7 Wisdom is the right use or exercise of knowledge—the knowledge of God’s Word. If we are going to “get wisdom” as Proverbs 4:7 commands, we need to actively seek it by reading and studying God’s Word. Join me today as we take a closer look at wisdom and our part in "getting" it as found in Proverbs 2.~CrystalConnect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @Running_RedeemedJackie @Jac...
2021-06-0714 min
Her Portion“Wisdom”: What does the Bible have to say?Join Quortney as she introduces our topic for June.Wisdom!We hear a lot of talk about wisdom. But, what does the Bible have to say about it? Where can we find it? What’s the difference in wisdom, knowledge, and understanding? Connect with the ladies of the “Her Portion” Podcast on Instagram CrystalHannahJackieQuortneyConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-06-0213 min
Her Portion"Our Portion": Sharing Christ!Wow! There has been SO much said about "Our Portion". We highly recommend going back and listening to the other episodes if you haven't yet gotten a chance to do so. We have learned how we have the One true portion in this life that will go with us into the next life and so much more! Come and listen as Hannah shows from Ecclesiastes 11:1-2 just how important it is for us to share Our Portion and the reward for doing so. You can find the ladies of Her Portion Podcast on Ins...
2021-05-3113 min
Her Portion"Our Portion": Facing Discouragement"My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever." Psalm 73:26 KJV Join us as Hannah talks about Psalm 73, fighting discouragement, and our eternal portion!Connect with the ladies of the "Her Portion Podcast" on Instagram:Hannah @hannahlubutlerJackie @jackiemariecarr_Quortney @running_redeemedCrystal @authorcrystalratcliffConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-05-2610 min
Her Portion“Our Portion”: My Personal Story of an InheritanceWhen you find yourself praying for good things, but become impatient in the waiting, may this life lesson be the encouragement you need to strengthen your journey. Jackie gives a personal story of an earthly inheritance in this life. But if we never receive a physical inheritance on this earth, the Bible tells us, “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.” (2 Cor. 4:17)Make sure to connect with the speakers of this podcast on Instagram~Jackie @jackiemariecarr_Crystal @authorcrystalratcliffHannah @hann...
2021-05-2414 min
Her Portion“Our Portion”: In the Land of the Living“I cried unto thee, O LORD: I said, Thou art my refuge and my portion in the land of the living.” Psalm 142:5No matter what season of life you are in, you can have the joy of the Lord. David was in a cave when he cried this verse to the Lord. 1. It takes faith to have joy in the tough seasons. (Hebrews 11:8)2. We must practice thankfulness. (Colossians 1:12)3. When we submit to God’s plan, He will reward us. (Colossians 3:22-24)Join Jackie in this episode to learn from the Sc...
2021-05-1910 min
Her Portion“Our Portion”: Imputed RighteousnessLamentations 3:24 KJV“The Lord is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him.”Grab your Bible and a pen and join Quortney as she discusses the process of imputed righteousness and how Jesus Christ is our portion. Connect with the ladies of the “Her Portion” Podcast on Instagram.CrystalHannahJackieQuortneyConnect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!
2021-05-1713 min
Her Portion“Our Portion”: The hope of a Christian“The Lord is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I HOPE in him.” Lamentations 3:24 KJVThe Lord is my portion! I will HOPE in Him! Though the world may spiral out of control, Christians, unlike the world, have hope!Join Quortney in today’s episode as she defines biblical hope, where you’ll find it, and why we have it!Connect with the ladies of “Her Portion” Podcast:Crystal on Instagram Hannah on Instagram Jackie on Instagram Quortney on Instagram Connect with...
2021-05-1214 min
Her Portion“Our Portion”: The Possession“Now Joshua was old and stricken in years; and the LORD said unto him, Thou art old and stricken in years, and there remaineth yet very much land to be possessed.”~Joshua 13:1In our last episode we talked about the inheritance we've been given when we accept Christ as our Savior. Now let's talk about taking possession of all the Lord has for us here on this earth as we're awaiting our eternal inheritance with Him. ~CrystalConnect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @Running_Redee...
2021-05-1012 min
Her Portion“Our Portion”: The InheritanceThe Lord is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him. ~Lamentations 3:24The LORD is my portion, my inheritance, but He is also your portion. Our portion of the LORD and His goodness is not divided among us. His riches of love, grace, mercy, peace, and joy can never run out! Join me today as we take a look at the eternal inheritance we are given when we accept Christ as our Savior. ~CrystalConnect with the ladies of Her Portion Podcast:Hannah @HannahLuButlerQuortney @Running...
2021-05-0511 min
Her PortionIntroducing our theme for May: “Our Portion”Join all the ladies of “Her Portion” Podcast as they team up to give you a little taste of the full episodes they will be offering this month. They will introduce this month's topic, “Our Portion” and discuss which verses they chose from the Bible to help springboard their study!Grab your Bible and a pen and get your fingers ready to turn those Bible pages as these ladies guide you through a quick run down of what this month will entail.•Crystal on Instagram •Hannah on Instagram •Jackie on Instagram •Quortney o...
2021-05-0219 min
Her PortionGet to know the 4 of us!Welcome to the “Her Portion” Podcast! We’re so glad you stopped by! We put together this intro so you could get to know the 4 of us. We love sharing what we are learning through our personal Bible study and it’s our prayer that our genuine enthusiasm and love for God’s Word will encourage you to get in the habit of daily Bible study and help you grow closer to the Lord in your own life. Give this trailer a listen and subscribe so you’ll be notified each time we release a new episod...
2021-04-2504 min