In this third and final installment of our series on Modesty, we take on two of the most common questions we’ve received on the topic:
I you missed Parts 1 and 2, here they are:
Resources:
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In Part Two of our three-part series on the topic of modesty, three questions you might be asking: Does biblical modesty come with “rules,” like skirt height? How should moms and dads go about teaching modesty to their children? And what do you say in situations at your church where a sister in the Lord is not dressing modestly? Michelle and Amy seek the wisdom of Scripture to provide practical applications. Don’t forget to check out Part 1 and Part 3.
Resources:
The Mailbag: Is It OK for Christian Women to Wear Bikinis?– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
The Mailbag: Should Christian Women Cover Up While Breastfeeding?-Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Modli (modest swimwear)
Sister…Show Mercy!– Pyromaniacs
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When it comes to modesty and the Bible, we often want “rules” and easy steps to follow. While the world gives us catalogs and commercials and fashion magazines, the Bible gives us general principles about subjective issues that we must wisely apply in our cultural context as we seek to please Him.This is the first in our three-part series on Modesty.
Be sure to catch Modesty – Part 2 and Modesty – Part 3.
Resources:
What does it mean to dress modestly?– Got Questions?
What does the Bible have to say about lust?-Got Questions?
Feminism, modesty and the bikini – Naomi’s Table
Deplorable Decorum? – Naomi’s Table
How much pornography are Americans consuming? The Austin Institute for the Study of Family and Culture
The Mailbag: Is lust a sin for women, too?– Michelle Lesley – Discipleship for Christian Women
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What is the difference between God’s miracles and mysticism? Amy and Michelle discuss a growing trend in the church that borrows mystical elements from Buddhism and Hinduism and melds or syncretizes them into Christian practices. Mysticism in the church is as old as the church itself, and has been rightly called out over the centuries as unbiblical. But it is a trend in our time as many Christians are now bringing in these practices and normalizing them.
Sadly, a lot of it comes through the church doors from women, bringing in teachings into women’s ministries on Reiki, chakras, crystals, magic energy oils, yoga, karma, energy fields, and even Ouija boards and tarot cards.
Resources:
What is the New Age? A White Paper Amy Spreeman, Berean Research
Christians Mystically Encountering God Berean Research
“Christian” Tarot Cards and Fortune Telling – Fighting for the Faith, YouTube video
The Spiritual Formation Movement – Berean Research
The Interface of Medieval Mysticism and Buddhist Mindfulness Meditation Berean Research
Mysticism: Its Origin and Impact on Contemporary Christian Thought Berean Research
Books and articles by former New Agers:
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We’ve combined our two-part report on how to discern the teachings of Beth Moore into one podcast episode, and all of the resource material for additional research is included in the links below. Beth Moore is easily the world’s best known women’s Bible study author and teacher in the world, and has been teaching since 1985 and draws in millions of followers. Many of you have been or are in churches where her teachings are a huge part of your women’s ministry. We’ll look at her own words, compare them with Scripture and help you discern.
Discerning The False Teachers is a series of podcast episodes discussing false teachers in the modern church, particularly some of the more popular women’s teachers, speakers and authors.
Bye-Bye Beth: What Beth Moore’s Split with the SBC Means– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Beth Moore Announces She’s Leaving the Southern Baptist Convention-The End Time: Elizabeth Prata
Living Proof You Should Follow Beth (No) Moore– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Discerning False Teachers: Joyce Meyer– A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Women Preaching? – A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Has Beth Moore only recently drifted, or has she always been false? – The End Time: Elizabeth Prata
Listen carefully to what she is saying in this video… – The End Time: Elizabeth Prata
An Open Letter to Beth Moore- Timeline of Events – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
When women’s ministries abandon the Bible – Naomi’s Table: Amy Spreeman
On capturing weak women– Naomi’s Table: Amy Spreeman
Words with Friends – Pirate Christian/Berean Examiner: Amy Spreeman
When seemingly solid pastors fail to protect women – Naomi’s Table: Amy Spreeman
Leaving the NAR Church: Elaine’s story – Berean Research
Good News! (The Gospel) A Word Fitly Spoken
After Thought Podcast Guest Appearance Part 1, Part 2: The Open Letter to Beth Moore
The Rapp Report Podcast Guest Appearance: The Open Letter to Beth Moore and Complementarianism– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
What do we do when our loved ones get caught up in the snare of unbiblical teachings? Should we say something?
And if so, how do we approach them in love? In this episode, Amy and Michelle discuss how to have those difficult “Words with Friends.”
Resources
Scriptures mentioned in this episode
Words With Friends – Berean Examiner, Pirate Christian Radio
Clinging to the Golden Calf: 7 Godly Responses When Someone Says You’re Following a False Teacher Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Discernment: A Spiritual Battle, Not a Logical One Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Discernment: What’s Love Got to Do with It? Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Popular False Teachers and Unbiblical Trends Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
What does it mean to contend for the faith? Got Questions
How to Contend for the Faith Grace To You
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What does God’s Word say about the issues facing Christians today? Glad You Asked! In this episode our listeners want to know:
Plus, how to properly dispose of books by heretical false teachers. Enjoy and share!
Resources:
Basic Training: The Bible is Sufficient– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Sufficiency of Scripture – Amy Spreeman, Naomi’s Table
Critical Race Theory video series– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
“Where is it written that God doesn’t speak audibly anymore?” – Amy Spreeman, Naomi’s Table
What could be wrong with learning to “hear God’s voice”? – Berean Research
How Does God Speak to Me Today? – Tim Challis
Searching for a new church?– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
4 Things You Need to Understand About Christian Persecution– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
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Persecution is ugly. Canadian Pastor James Coates has been imprisoned for breaking the covid-19 “law,” and has now been denied bail. His crime? Holding church services and being faithful to the Lord. The GraceLife Church pastor’s trial will be in early May, and until then he will not be able to see his wife Erin or their young boys.
It’s a heartbreaking story. Michelle and Amy asked our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram followers to send in their prayers and words of encouragement for the Coates family and for GraceLife, and we’re sharing this podcast with them, their church, and all of our listeners.
Resources:
Canadian Pastor Jailed Over Covid-19 Violations
Erin Coates’ Instagram (@erincoates80)
Romans 13 and James Coates with Justin Peters – YouTube
4 Things You Need to Understand about Christian Persecution – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Erin Coates Interview (with Justin Peters)– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
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Did you know that the nine “types” in the enneagram actually came from an occultist and his “spirit guide?” The popularity of the enneagram teachings in mainline and mega churches has exploded in the past year as more celebrity preachers are giving this unbiblical trend a green light.
Amy and Michelle sat down with our special guest, Marcia Montenegro, co-author of the book, Richard Rohr and the Enneagram Secret.
Marcia once was steeped in Eastern spirituality and the New Age and was heavily involved –even seen as an expert –in Astrology. God in His mercy saved her out of all of that and her testimony is a must-read. You can find that on her website, Christian Answers for the New Age.
Resources:
Richard Rohr and the Enneagram Secret – Book Website: Marcia Montenegro
Top 7 Reasons the Enneagram is Unbiblical– A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Christian Answers For the New Age – Marcia’s Facebook page
Enneagram articles Berean Research
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It hurts the entire Body of Christ when leaders fail. It can feel like a gut punch. The investigative report from Ravi Zacharias International Ministries has concluded, and it’s worse than anyone could imagine. Amy and Michelle discuss the lessons learned from evangelical news stories of leaders caught in sin. Much more than a cautionary “what not to do,” these heartbreaking events can teach us about Scripture, about God, and about how we can walk worthy in our own lives.
Resources
Ravi Zacharias Responds to Sexting Allegations, Credentials Critique
Apprising Ministries – Ravi Zacharias – 2012 Ken Silva
On Discerning Ravi Zacharias: It’s time to say what needs to be said
The Mistake We Made With Ravi – Ray Comfort
Dis. Grace: Responding Biblically to Church Scandal– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
It’s Time for Sound Leaders to Talk About Abuse– A Word Fitly Spoken
From Victimhood to Victory: Biblically Helping Abused Women Heal– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
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“You can be anything,” says the world, whenever a woman breaks a perceived glass ceiling. Not only do people celebrate her bravery, they elevate her to a role model for other young girls. But for Christian women and girls, it takes a lot more than two X chromosomes and a fancy job title to qualify as a role model. Michelle and Amy discuss how today’s so-called worldly role models are anything BUT good examples for our girls to follow. Are there any good role models for our daughters? Yes! And they are surprisingly easy to find.
Resources:
You Don’t Need Jezebel for a Role Model– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Who was Jezebel in the Bible?– Got Questions
Michelle and Amy continue the second of two episodes in which we examine the teachings and the behavior of Beth Moore. She is easily the world’s best known women’s Bible study author and teacher in the world, and has been teaching since 1985 and draws in millions of followers. Many of you have been or are in churches where her teachings are a huge part of your women’s ministry. We’ll look at her own words, compare them with Scripture and help you discern.
Resources:
After Thought Podcast Guest Appearance Part 1, Part 2: The Open Letter to Beth Moore
The Rapp Report Podcast Guest Appearance: The Open Letter to Beth Moore and Complementarianism– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Theology. Driven. Podcast Guest Appearance: Beth Moore, the SBC, and Christian Women – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
The Mailbag: What did you think of Beth Moore’s “A Letter to My Brothers”? – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
The Mother of All Rebellions: Having a Woman Preach on Mother’s Day– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Living Proof You Should Follow Beth (No) Moore– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Discerning False Teachers: Joyce Meyer– A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Women Preaching? – A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Has Beth Moore only recently drifted, or has she always been false? – The End Time: Elizabeth Prata
Listen carefully to what she is saying in this video… – The End Time: Elizabeth Prata
An Open Letter to Beth Moore- Timeline of Events – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
When women’s ministries abandon the Bible – Naomi’s Table: Amy Spreeman
On capturing weak women– Naomi’s Table: Amy Spreeman
Words with Friends – Pirate Christian/Berean Examiner: Amy Spreeman
When seemingly solid pastors fail to protect women – Naomi’s Table: Amy Spreeman
Leaving the NAR Church: Elaine’s story – Berean Research
Critiques of Beth Moore (long version) by Elizabeth Prata
Critiques of Beth Moore (newest) by Elizabeth Prata
Articles on Beth Moore by Elizabeth Prata
Why Your Pastor Should Say “No More” to Beth Moore and Why the SBC Should Say “No More” to Beth Moore by Josh Buice
The Beth Moore Cornucopia of False Doctrine, Mysticism, and Impassioned Frenzy by Steven Kozar
Beth Moore at Fighting for the Faith
The Fundamental Problem of Beth Moore at Voice of Reason Radio
Critical Race Theory video series (links to parts 1-6)- Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Good News! (The Gospel) A Word Fitly Spoken
Thank you, bless you and Walk Worthy!
Michelle and Amy continue a series of podcast episodes discussing false teachers in the modern church, particularly some of the more popular women’s teachers, speakers and authors. In the first of two episodes we examine the teachings and the behavior of Beth Moore. She is easily the world’s best known women’s Bible study author and teacher in the world, and has been teaching since 1985 and draws in millions of followers. Many of you have been or are in churches where her teachings are a huge part of your women’s ministry. We’ll look at her own words, compare them with Scripture and help you discern.
Resources:
Living Proof You Should Follow Beth (No) Moore– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Discerning False Teachers: Joyce Meyer– A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Women Preaching? – A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Has Beth Moore only recently drifted, or has she always been false? – The End Time: Elizabeth Prata
Listen carefully to what she is saying in this video… – The End Time: Elizabeth Prata
An Open Letter to Beth Moore- Timeline of Events – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
When women’s ministries abandon the Bible – Naomi’s Table: Amy Spreeman
On capturing weak women– Naomi’s Table: Amy Spreeman
Words with Friends – Pirate Christian/Berean Examiner: Amy Spreeman
When seemingly solid pastors fail to protect women – Naomi’s Table: Amy Spreeman
Leaving the NAR Church: Elaine’s story – Berean Research
Good News! (The Gospel) A Word Fitly Spoken
Thank you, bless you and Walk Worthy!
Think 2020 was a not-so-fun year, and 2021 is just more of the same? God’s Word tells us that for Christians, persecution and trials are still to come. How in the world are we to endure? Some would say that we should prepare to bug out, head for the hills or start stockpiling food and weapons. But is that really what the Bible says we should be doing? No!
Michelle and Amy discuss how we as Christians can prepare to face whatever comes our way in the weeks, months and years we have left in the race to the finish line.
Resources:
7 Ways to Endure to the End– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
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Amy and Michelle begin a new multi-part series of podcast episodes discussing what we’re seeing in the modern church, and warning you about avoiding some of the pitfalls of learning at the feet of some of the more popular women’s teachers, speakers and authors.
One of the more popular women’s teachers we do not recommend is Joyce Meyer of Joyce Meyer ministries. She’s been a teacher for 40 years, and is known around the world as a speaker, televangelist and author, and through her many conferences and television episodes aired on untrustworthy stations like TBN and others, her teachings have reached the ears of millions of people. We present many teachings in her own words that contradict the Word of God:
LISTEN HERE:
Resources:
Word of Faith False Teacher Joyce Meyer’s Shocking Doctrine and Heresy – Berean Research
Joyce Meyer Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Joyce Meyer Admits Her Views On Prosperity Were Out Of Balance – Christian Post (not recomended)
Did Jesus Go To Hell? Got Questions
What Joyce Meyer believes & teaches, what Joel Osteen believes & teaches – The End Time, Elizabeth Prata
Women Preaching? – A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Good News! (The Gospel) A Word Fitly Spoken
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Words stand for something, right? The words we use in our Christian faith used to be fairly clear cut, but over the last few years some definitions seem to have become somewhat murky: evangelism, preaching, and how Christian women biblically fit into that equation. Amy and Michelle reprise this episode in advance of a new series on unbiblical women’s teachers next week!
Resources:
Scriptures mentioned in this episode
Rock Your Role Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
What’s in a name? The meaning and origin of “complementarianism” CBMW
The Beauty of Biblically Broad Complementarianism Kevin DeYoung
Good News! (The Gospel) A Word Fitly Spoken
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The Bible is supernatural. It is complete in itself and needs no other books or commentaries to supplement it. But how do we study it? One of the kindnesses God has shown us as unique people made in His image is that He hasn’t said there’s only one “right way” to spend time with Him in His Word. There are lots of “right ways,” and we’re going to share those “hows.”
Warning: there are a few wrong turns we want to help you avoid in your journey, so you’re going to get some tips on steering clear of doctrinal danger as well.
Resources:
Naomi’s Table Bible Studies for Women
Basic Training: Bible Studies and Sermons– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Bible Studies (also Bible reading plans)- Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
How to study the Bible for yourself: Inductive Method – Amy Spreeman, Naomi’s Table
When women’s ministries abandon the Bible – Amy Spreeman, Naomi’s Table
Doing Discernment – A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Jen Hatmaker teaches women to be “fierce,” not holy – Amy Spreeman, Naomi’s Table
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In this second of two parts, Michelle and Amy go to Scripture to answer your questions in depth, including:
Resources:
Who was St. Nicholas, bishop of Myra? Britannica
Is It Wise to Sing Christmas Carols in Church This Year? – , TGC
COVID Update and Bible Q & A – John MacArthur
How to talk to your church leaders about false teachers – Amy and Michelle – AWFS Podcast
Church Leaders Who Cancel Christmas Services Are Clinging To Government Lies, Not Christ – The Federalist
Christmas Mythbusters– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
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In this first of two parts, Michelle and Amy go to Scripture to answer your questions in depth, including:
Resources:
Is Christmas Pagan?– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Glad you Asked: Live from Cruciform Conference
Top 7 Reasons the Enneagram is Unbiblical
Should we have a Christmas tree?– Got Questions
When Halloween Comes Knocking – A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
A Very Merry Glad You Asked – A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
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How should a Christian relate to someone in their lives who is obviously living in sexual sin, without appearing to condone this marriage? Thankfully, God does not leave us without answers. As with every other issue in life, our thinking, our words, and our actions must be shaped by and in submission to the authority of Scripture. Not public opinion. Not political agendas. Not our own personal feelings, opinions, and experiences. Scripture.
Such were some of you: Ruth’s story – Naomi’s Table interview 2015
Is it possible to be a gay Christian? – Got Questions
If homosexuality is a sin, why didn’t Jesus ever mention it?– Got Questions
Matthew Vines quietly holds private meetings with Christian leaders– Berean Research
Matthew Vines trains churchgoers to transform their churches to be inclusive – Berean Research
Pastor Voddie Baucham on Homosexuality and Transgenderism – Video
The Mailbag: Should Christians Attend Homosexual “Weddings”?– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Basic Training: Homosexuality, Gender Identity, and Other Sexual Immorality– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
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Are nativity scenes and Christmas pageants violating the second commandment? What about Advent observances and candle-lighting ceremonies? And why do we celebrate Christ’s birth on December 25th anyway? These are all great questions sent to us by our listeners, so today Amy and Michelle dig into Scripture and church history to share the answers, in this throwback to a favorite “Glad You Asked” Christmas edition!
Resources:
Scriptures mentioned in this episode are linked in the resources below
How December 25 Became Christmas Biblical Archaeology Review
Nativity Scenes and the Second Commandment Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Unique Ways Christmas helps us Share the Gospel A Word Fitly Spoken
10 Ways to Share the Gospel During the Holidays Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
The Mailbag: Merry “X-mas”? Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
What is Advent? Got Questions
Regulative vs. normative principle of worship—which viewpoint is correct? Got Questions
Christmas Mythbusters Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
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Do you have a theology that includes thanksgiving all year long? Even in the worst circumstances or the direst of situations?
God wants His people to be thankful to Him, not just because He deserves our thanks, but because it is good for us to be thankful. It helps us fix our eyes on all He has done for us – from the greatest gift of all, giving His precious Son to save us from our sins.
Michelle and Amy wish you a Thanksgiving filled with gratitude and kindness. We are thankful for each and every one of you!
Resources:
Thanks and Thanksgiving Articles– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
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Whether we want to think about it or not, a lot of occult-like sorcery has crept into the visible church in recent years. Why would we want to talk about something that is so wicked and evil? Because A: God’s Word has a lot to say about it and warns His people to stay away from it, and B: Because Christians – or at least those professing to be Christians, are dabbling in it either knowingly or ignorantly.
Resources:
Occult – Sorcery – White Paper, Berean Research
New Age – White Paper, Berean Research
Angels, Demons, Spiritual Warfare – White Paper, Berean Research
Willow Creek’s “The Practice” blends New Age & Catholic mysticism
A Quantum Leap Into the Paranormal
The “Bethel Board”-Encounter God With This New Game
The occult practice of automatic writing
Leaving the NAR Church: Max’s story
Jesus Calling: Whitewashing the Red Flags – Video with Warren Smith
It’s a topic that seems to rear its ugly head every few years: blue language, foul language, cussing, cursing, swearing, potty mouth, bad words. We’re talking about profanity. What does the Bible have to say about it? Is it OK for Christians to use 4-letter words? And what about pastors using expletives in the pulpit? And on a related note, what about Christians using the name of God as an expression, as in “OMG?”
Resources:
Mike Riccardi’s Facebook post on “skubalon”
The Mailbag: Is it OK for Christians to use profanity?– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
The Mailbag: When is OMG a 3C violation? – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Is it a sin to cuss / swear / curse? Got Questions
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We’re live! In this episode, Michelle and Amy take questions from a live audience of women attending the Cruciform 2020 Conference, in their “Glad You Asked” series. (Check them all out here!)
Here are the questions:
Resources for this episode:
YouTube video of this episode, recorded at Cruciform Conference
What your church needs to know about the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) – Amy Spreeman, Berean Research
What is the New Apostolic Reformation – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
How to talk to your church leaders about false teachers – A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
The Mailbag: How should I approach my church leaders about a false teacher they’re introducing? – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Searching for a new church? – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Nine Helps for Starting and Sticking to Daily Bible Study – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Women Preaching the Gospel? – A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Rock Your Role: Jill in the Pulpit – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Christians and Yoga? – Amy Spreeman, Berean Research White Paper
My Response to “Holy Yoga” – Amy Spreeman
When Halloween Comes Knocking – A Word Fitly Spoken Podcast
Tuesday, November 3, is election day 2020 in the United States. We’ll not only be voting for President of the United States, but also for other local, state, and national leaders. Voting is a privilege, and, for U.S. citizens, a right. So, how should Christians vote? What are some of those biblical principles that should guide our voting? Michelle and Amy go to Scripture to encourage you to use your vote as a godly influence by voting according to biblical principles.
Resources:
Principles for Voting by R.C. Sproul
Does God expect Christians to vote? at Got Questions
A conservative Christian’s perspective on the election – Berean Research
Since God is totally sovereign over world leaders and events, why should we vote or be involved in politics? by John MacArthur
Christians and Politics: Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 by John MacArthur
Relatable with Allie Stuckey
The Mormon Moment: Can Christians Biblically Vote for a Mormon? (Depending on the candidates in your district, you may find the principles in this article from the 2012 Presidential election to be helpful.)
Did you know that October 31 is Reformation Day? It’s a time when Christians recognize and even celebrate a huge, game-changing event in our history more than 500 years ago: Reformation Day commemorates the beginning of the Protestant Reformation. Yet many Christians today are unaware of this landmark incident in their heritage which birthed the Protestant church. In this episode, Michelle and Amy discuss the commemoration of one of the most important events since the closing of the canon of Scripture.
Resources:
The Mailbag: What is Reformation Day? – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
What are the 95 Theses of Martin Luther? – Got Questions
Reformation 500: Can Roman Catholicism be Considered Christianity? – Berean Research
Protestant and Catholic: What’s the Difference? – Berean Research
The Five Solas of the Protestant Deformation – Berean Research
Free resources on Luther – Ligonier Ministries
Luther: The Life and Legacy of the German Reformer – Ligonier Ministries
Martin Luther (1953 movie)
Steve Lawson’s books and sermons on various Reformers
Why We’re Protestant by Nate Pickowicz
Luther: In Real Time (podcast)- Ligonier Ministries
Reformation articles and resources, October 26-30 – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Halloween is a multi-billion dollar celebration marked by witches, ghosts and goblins, candy and parties.
Not all Christians take part in Halloween. Some have taken a step back to rethink this tradition, and they have changed how they look at Halloween. Others say they honor God through Halloween by making it a Christian outreach — a time to share the Gospel with the lost. Still other Christians say we have the freedom in Christ to dress up in costumes, attend secular or church-based festivals, and take their children trick-or-treating. In this episode, Michelle and Amy take a look at where these traditions come from and what the Bible has to say about Christians and Halloween.
Resources:
Entitlement is the belief that we are deserving of privileges or special treatment, either from God or from the world around us. It says “you owe me,” and a growing number of people are having tantrums when they perceive that other people are standing in the way or blocking whatever they think is rightfully theirs. Do we think we deserve the so-called normal that we had before 2020? Do we expect that things will settle down anytime soon? Hold on to those expectations loosely, because today we are talking about how this new normal of entitlement in our culture is creeping into the Christian mentality.
Resources:
Marriage: It’s My Pity Party and I’ll Cry if I Want To ~ 7 Ways to Take Your Focus Off Yourself and Put it Back on Christ– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
The Ten: Lesson 12 (Bible study on the 10 Commandments. Lesson 12 is on coveting)- Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
What does the Bible say about covetousness?– Got Questions
We are reunited! In this episode, Amy joins Michelle once again to open up about God’s healing, hurricanes and some upcoming events where we hope you can join us in person!
Resources:
Michelle’s Speaking Engagements (Includes Oklahoma, Cruciform, Montana, and California)
Answers for Women: Truth Conference
I don’t think anybody’s particularly thrilled with the way things are going in 2020, but God is still at work blessing His people. Let’s be thankful for that!
What is something GOOD that God has done for you in 2020? How has He blessed you and your family? Listen in and be encouraged as our listeners share some of the amazing things God has been doing in their lives. For some, 2020 has been the best year ever!
While Amy’s recovering from surgery, Michelle goes solo with your favorite recurring feature here on A Word Fitly Spoken – Glad You Asked! In this episode, Michelle answers these questions:
• Should a woman who’s a new convert admin and teach Scripture in a co-ed Facebook group?
• How can a Christian wife submit to her husband when he doesn’t want her to go to church?
• Isn’t Beth Moore an OK teacher as long as she doesn’t overtly teach against the person and work of Christ?
• What is prayer walking? Is it mysticism?
Resources:
Rock Your Role: Jill in the Pulpit (1 Timothy 2:11-12)– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Are John MacArthur and Grace Community Church sinning by gathering?– A Word Fitly Spoken
Living Proof You Should Follow Beth No Moore– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
What is prayer walking? Is it biblical to go on a prayer walk?– Got Questions
A lot of Christians have been watching the unfolding news headlines of what is happening in California and Pastor John MacArthur’s Grace Community Church (GCC). Many are asking some great questions, like, are John MacArthur, the elders of GCC, and the members of GCC sinning by meeting indoors in person, and thereby disobeying the governor’s order? Why couldn’t they just try to meet in other ways? And what about the lawsuit that GCC is bringing against the state of California? Is that biblical? Michelle and Amy discuss what the Bible has to say about this topic.
Resources:
Christ, Not Caesar, Is Head of the Church– Grace Community Church
Grace Community Church– Wikipedia
What does the Bible say about lawsuits / suing?– Got Questions
Updates (these happened between the time we recorded this episode and the time we posted it):
MacArthur Prevails – Judge Denies LA County’s Fourth Attempt to Shut Down Grace Community Church– Thomas More Society
Los Angeles County Yanks Parking Lot Lease Out from Under Pastor John MacArthur and Church– Thomas More Society
Note: Due to Amy’s surgery Sept. 2 and recovery, we are playing podcasting by ear. Please check out our past programs in the meantime.
It’s our 50th episode! Thanks so much for listening!
Today: Does God care for His people in supernatural ways? Yes indeed, and it’s called Divine Providence.
Providence is a word that comes from Provide, or provision. God does provide for His people in ways we sometimes don’t recognize. But when we do see it, it’s an amazing thing and one that fills us with awe and wonder as we realize just how much He cares for us. Amy and Michelle head to Scripture for some amazing verses on how God has done this from the beginning of time.
Resources:
What is divine providence?– Got Questions
The Creator Provides– John MacArthur
Providence– R.C. Sproul
NOW Are You Ready to Homeschool?– A Word Fitly Spoken
What is worship? The Bible tells us it is so much more than simply singing God’s praises, but singing is part of how we worship.Worshiping God is the essence of our Christian life. To worship is to show reverence and adoration for a Holy God. The meaning of the New Testament Greek word most often translated “worship” (proskuneo) is “to fall down before” or “bow down before.” WHY do we worship? Amy and Michelle dig into Scripture for answers to the why and how of worship.
Resources:
Worship Gone Wrong, Worship Gone Right– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
The Way We Wor(ship)– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
God’s Not Like “Whatever, Dude,” About The Way He’s Approached in Worship– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Heresy Hiding in Plain Sight: Examining the Theology in Hillsong’s Praise Songs – Pirate Gang with Amy Spreeman
Popular Christian music groups teaching heresy? Berean Research
This episode isn’t exactly going to be “raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens.” We thought we’d share a few of our favorite things with you. Some of them we hope will help you in your walk with the Lord, and some of them are just for fun!
Resources:
BibleMemory.com (formerly Scripture Typer)
Community Coffee (with chickory)
How can we be wise and discerning when false teachers start telling the world that they’ve seen the light of the true Gospel of Jesus Christ? This happened recently when preacher Todd White surprised his audience by telling them that he repented for not giving them the whole Gospel all these years. Known for his seeker-friendly messages, psychic readings and leg-lengthening “miracles,” Todd White has a massive worldwide audience who heard the true Gospel one week, but a different message the next. Michelle and Amy encourage listeners to look to God for true repentance and fruit, rather than the words people say.
Resources:
Video: “God’s Heart for Humanity” Todd White, July 26, 2020 Full Episode
Video: Todd White’s August 2, 2020 sermon
Benny Hinn and the Fruit of True Repentance– A Word Fitly Spoken
Saved? How Kanye tell?– A Word Fitly Spoken
Can a False Teacher Be a Christian?– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Is God all love, ALL the time? Yes! And His definition of love includes holiness, righteousness and wrath. In this episode we discuss how the Bible describes God’s love, and then share a few ways the world and even some Christians have a slightly distorted view of God’s love.
Resources:
What is the New Apostolic Reformation? – Amy Spreeman, Berean Research
Ann Voskamp’s Dangerous View of God’s Love – Marsha West, Berean Research
The American Gospel – Films
The Mailbag: Should Christians listen to “Reckless Love”? at Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
The Mailbag: God loves everybody? at Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
You may be painfully aware that public schools have long been infected with a radical agenda that is intentional and well thought out, planned and executed for more than a century without many of you even knowing it. If you have school-aged children and your reflexive thought whenever you hear the word “homeschooling” is, “I could never do that!,” give this episode a listen for practical tips on how to get started. And if you don’t have school-aged children, stick with us. You might be surprised at what you learn!
Resources:
School Programs Mixed With Social Marxism Spread Through America
Cultural Marxism Is Destroying America
“Schools need to teach about orgasms” says NEA to UN Amy Spreeman
L.A.’s Gay Men’s Chorus to visit high schools (mentioned in this episode)
Christian homeschool blogs/resources– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Women Leaving the Workplace– Larry Burkett
A Beka Learn at Home Campaign– A Beka Books
Our listeners ask great questions! Once again Michelle and Amy head to Scripture to answer these thought-provoking questions sent in from our listeners:
What questions would you like us to answer? Use our Contact form to share, and we’ll consider adding them to a future episode of Glad you Asked.
Resources
Basic Training: Homosexuality, Gender Identity, and Other Sexual Immorality– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Here are more great questions sent in from our listeners:
What questions would you like us to answer? Use our Contact form to share, and we’ll consider adding them to a future episode of Glad you Asked.
Resources
The aim of Adventures in Missions and the World Race – Amy Spreeman, Berean Research
A few thoughts on essential oils – Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Can a Christian woman wear sexually provocative lingerie for her husband? – Got Questions
Critical Race Theory, Intersectionality, and the Gospel– Founders Ministries
Our listeners ask great questions! Once again Michelle and Amy head to Scripture to answer these thought-provoking questions sent in from our listeners:
What questions would you like us to answer? Use our Contact form to share, and we’ll consider adding them to a future episode of Glad you Asked.
Resources
Basic Training: Homosexuality, Gender Identity, and Other Sexual Immorality– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
What is prayer? How can I be sure I’m doing it right? And why don’t I want to at times?
Many of us have learned some unbiblical things about prayer, and we’ve developed some ungodly attitudes toward prayer. Michelle and Amy discuss why it is that many of us struggle with our prayer life.
Resources:
“Where is it written that God doesn’t speak audibly anymore?” By Beth Seifert, Naomi’s Table
Soaking Prayer: Please don’t get soaked, Amy Spreeman
What Links Breath Prayer, “Practicing the Presence” and Yoga? Berean Research
What is Contemplative Prayer? Berean Research
Sozo – a dangerous “inner healing and deliverance ministry” Berean Research
What is Word of Faith? Berean Research
What is the New Apostolic Reformation? Berean Research
Basic Training: 8 Things You Need to Know about Prayer– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
After this Manner, Therefore Pray– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Can We Talk?– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Sweet Hour of Prayer- A Bible Study on Prayer– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Prayer– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
Does God punish us for the sins of our ancestors? Should we repent of sins our parents or grandparents committed even if we had nothing to do with those wrongdoings? Those questions are coming up lately as many people grapple with the idea that people of a lighter skin tone must repent of racism against people with a darker skin tone. The headlines from the visible church — the ones that follow the social gospel anyway — tell us that racism is a generational sin we must repent of.
Amy and Michelle discuss what the Bible has to say about generational sin with special guest Beth Seifert. Beth is a wife, mom, home school teacher and women’s ministry teacher, as well as the author of many Bible studies at Naomi’s Table.
Resources from this episode:
From Got Questions.org:
Should We Repent of Our Grandparents’ Racism? Scripture on Intergenerational Sin (Refuted)
When we look at what has happened in our world just in the past several months, and how quickly things have spiraled out of control, it’s so important to encourage our brothers and sisters in Christ to stay the course and remember Who actually is in control. Amy and Michelle discuss how control is something that is not only imaginary, it is something we can easily idolize.
Resources:
Progressive (Social Justice) “Christianity” – Amy Spreeman, Berean Research
The Progressive Disease of Spiritual Deception in Our Time – Amy Spreeman, Berean Research
A patriotic Gospel? Putting politics in perspective – A Word Fitly Spoken
On this episode, we are diving right back into Part Two of our discussion on Walking Worthy with a Light Yoke.
Jesus said in Matthew chapter 11, “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”
Last week we began going through Scripture to talk about all the things Jesus commanded, and yet His commands are not difficult or complex.
Resources
Bible Verses: Matt 6:33 Matt 7:1-2 Matt 7:6 Matt 7:7 Matt 25:34-36 Matt 7:13-14 Matt 7:15 Matt 7:7 Matt 18:10 Matt 23:8-12 Matt 18:15-17 Mark 9:38-40 Mark 11:22-24 Luke 10:37 Luke 10:30-35 John 15:12 Luke 22:19-20 John 13:14 Luke 6:36 Matt 28:19-20 John 14:15 Luke 12:40
What did Jesus command? Amy Spreeman, Naomi’s Table
A Call to Come Out and be Found Faithful – Berean Research
We always say at the end of every episode, “Walk Worthy.” Today’s topic is one that should bring comfort and conviction about how to do that in a way that honors Christ. In John 14:15, Jesus said, “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” So what did Jesus command? He wasn’t talking about keeping the Old Testament Law, nor was He telling us we need to have a works-based salvation to get into Heaven, but as an act of obedience, love, and reverence for our Savior.
Bible Verses: Mark 11:25-26 Matthew 3:2 Matthew 3:8 John 15:4 Matt 5:14-16 Matt 5:25
Matt 5:29-30 Matt 5:34-37 Matt 5:38-39 Matt 5:40-42 Matt 5:43-45 Matt 6:1 Matt 6:5-7 Matt 6:9-15 Matt 6:16 Matt 6:19-21 Matt 6:25-26 Matt 6:34
What did Jesus command? Amy Spreeman, Naomi’s Table
A Call to Come Out and be Found Faithful – Berean Research
Long before whispers of covert COVID operations, conspiracy theories have been rampant – and rabid. Should we as Christians spend time looking into the Illuminati, secret societies or symbols and codes in music and movies, or buying into the flat earth theory? What about vaccines and doomsday prophecies? What about 5-G towers and injections that might maybe be the Mark of the Beast? Amy and Michelle look at conspiracies through the lens of Truth.
Scriptures mentioned in this episode
Should a Christian be interested in conspiracy theories?– Got Questions
Christians and Conspiracy Theories – Sola Sisters
Have you been struggling with the stress of stay at home orders – not being able to go to church, or get your hair cut, or visit loved ones in the nursing home or hospital? It seems that all of this upheaval in normal, day to day life has produced a constant low-grade stress and anxiety. It’s enough to make anybody irritable! And quarantine or no quarantine, irritability is something we can all struggle with from time to time. Listen in as Amy and Michelle discuss seven biblical and practical ways to mortify the sin of irritability.
Time is running out to register for our webinar Discerning Women Learn to Discern! We hope you can join us!
Scriptures mentioned in this episode
Irritability: 7 Ways to Fight the Red-Eyed Monster– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
The Fruit of Patience– R.C. Sproul
When it comes to doctrine, what are essentials and what are the non-essentials, or secondary issues? When Christians speak about essentials, what they’re talking about is the fundamentals of our faith, and what we believe about God that makes us His own. These are the doctrines which you, biblically, have to believe in order to become a Christian and/or be considered a Christian. So what are some issues over which Christians can disagree and still maintain close doctrinal fellowship?
Check out our upcoming webinar: Discerning Women Learn to Discern!
Scriptures mentioned in this episode
John MacArthur Answers His Critics – Tim Challies
In the Christian faith, what issues are truly worth debating? – Got Questions
Unity Across Denominational Lines – Grace to You
Strange Fire Conference Videos
Women Preaching: It’s Not a Secondary Doctrinal Issue– Michelle Lesley- Discipleship for Christian Women
