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Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, I share a little about heresies and offer a RECENT example of WHY it’s so important to know what you believe so you can protect against heretical teachings and defend the Christian faith.
As a reminder, my FREE theology class, MODERN HERESIES is going down tomorrow at 1PM EST/10AM PST on Zoom. If you can’t join me live, register anyway and I will send you the replay! I’ll be sharing three modern heresies, their roots, and how to identify heretical teachings, no matter how much or little Bible or theology you know. Click the link in the show notes to register for the free class! I hope to see you there!
Alrighty, let’s get into today’s episode.
Books/Resources Mentioned: Delighting in the Trinity by Michael Reeves
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Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, I’m answering the question, “Where did the term ‘Trinity’ come from?” If you’re a new Christian or just not sure why this question would be posed, it’s because the term “Trinity” is not actually found in the Bible. In fact, that is a major contention of those who oppose the Trinitarian doctrine. My goal today is to share a little church history to help you understand how that term came to be used and adopted in Christian doctrine. If you’re a history buff like me today will be especially enjoyable. IF you aren’t, don’t worry! I’m just sharing a little of the global Church’s story and you’re invited to tune in. Are you ready? Let’s jump in.
Books/Resources Mentioned:
Theology: The Basics by Alister McGrath
Delighting in the Trinity by Michael Reeves
Against Praxeas by Tertullian
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Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
Welcome back to the show! We're officially in part 3 of our Christian Theology Essentials Series, which is focused on the doctrine of the Trinity. Today's episode is short and to the point! If you want to know what NOT to say when explaining the Trinity as a Christian woman, this episode is for you. I pray the series blesses you. Let's get into it!
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Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, we’re diving into part 2 of our Christian Theology Essentials Series. I’m answering the question: What do we really know about the Triune God? This question is important because when we understand what God has revealed to us about Himself, we are positioned to have a deeper reverence for Him and grow in our relationship with the Lord, both in our personal walks with Him and as believers who are part of a family of faith. One theme you’ll notice in today’s episode is that I will focus on biblical passages that support the term “trinity,” which was coined by Tertullian. I hope you’re ready! Let's gooooo.
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Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Welcome back to Her Renewed Strength-The Podcast! We’re back after this winter break. This season, we have much in store for you and the HRS Community. For the next eight weeks, we are diving into the Doctrine of the Trinity, which is, arguably, one of the most confusing doctrines for people to understand. In today's episode, I'll explain why you should care about theology and why the Doctrine of the Trinity matters, then end with a simple definition of the Trinity. My hope is that this series will help you understand the essentials of this particular doctrine so you can confidently communicate what you believe as a Christian woman.
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Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Tuesday Nov 26, 2024
Welcome back to the show! We are in week two of our Firm Foundations Series. In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Johnice Littlejohn to talk about remaining faithful during seasons of suffering.
Dr. Johnice F. Littlejohn, DO MPH, is currently a psychiatry resident physician in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She is a graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy, where she majored in Biology and minored in Theatre. She earned her Masters of Public Health from Michigan State University and is also a graduate of Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her professional interests include geriatric psychiatry, as well as working to minimize disparities across racial and socioeconomic status in healthcare and in medical training. Most importantly, she has dedicated her life to Jesus and plans to use her gift of medical knowledge to serve His kingdom however He sees fit.
Johnice’s testimony of God’s goodness, gentleness and grace is one that had me in tears. She endured A LOT during crucial seasons of her life, at some points delaying or even seemingly interfering with her pursuit of psychiatry. What I absolutely love is how, through these divine delays, the Lord was actually working some things out and giving her the gift of time. Sometimes we are in a rush to accomplish the things the Lord has put on our hearts, but He knows best and His timing is perfect. Her testimony encouraged me to trust the Lord MORE and learn how to depend on Him for absolutely everything.
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Resources referenced during the episode:
Grief Share: https://www.griefshare.org/findagroup
Teen Challenge: https://teenchallengeusa.org/centers/
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Friday Nov 22, 2024
Friday Nov 22, 2024
Welcome back to the show! We are in a new series called Firm Foundations. This series will feature real-life examples of believers who are rooted in Christ and living out their faith boldly, despite cultural temptations or tough circumstances.
In today’s episode, I sat with my theology professor, Dr. Glenn Kreider, about the cultural impact on Christians. We talked about being a Christian in today’s culture and why you don’t have to be filled with angst or fear.
Let me tell you a little about Dr. Kreider. Prior to teaching at Dallas Theological Seminary, Dr. Kreider served as Director of Christian Education and then as Senior Pastor in Cedar Hill, TX. His research and writing interests include Jonathan Edwards, theological method, theology and popular culture, and our eschatological hope. Dr. Kreider believes that grace really is amazing; it is a thought that will change the world. He is married to his best friend, Janice, and they have two grown children and one granddaughter, Marlo Grace. He and Janice enjoy live music, good stories, bold coffee, and spending time together and with their rescue dogs—a terrier/greyhound mix named Chloe and a black lab named Carlile.
I hope this episode encourages you to navigate culture with bold faith and a strong desire to represent the God we love and serve.
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Thursday Nov 14, 2024
Thursday Nov 14, 2024
Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I sat down with Shanda Fulbright. Shanda is no stranger to the show. You may remember her from part 5 of our Theology Matters Series: Should You Know How To Defend Your Faith as a Christian Woman? . . . If you missed that episode, let me tell you a little about Shanda…
Shanda Fulbright is a wife, mom to three boys, and the host of the Her Faith Inspires podcast where she takes cultural issues and tackles them with biblical truth. She is the co-author of Let’s Get Real: Examining the Evidence for God with Dr. Frank Turek, as well as Train Your Brain: An Introduction to Logic and Baseline Apologetics. She is the author and creator of Baseline Apologetics, a curriculum for adults who want to learn apologetics and the Bible.She teaches students of all ages the basics of Christian apologetics, and stresses the importance of biblical literacy as the path to a biblical worldview.
I’m going to link it here in the description. Make sure you go and listen!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/223-theology-matters-series-part-five-should-you-know/id1593824616?i=1000654033944
In today's episode, we get into the topic of worldview, including what it is, what primary worldviews are dominating the western world, why we need to be aware of the origins of what we believe, and how easy it is to blend other worldviews with Christianity to create something that isn't biblical.
There are so many topics we get into even within this specific discussion, and I’m really excited for you to listen in.
Connect with Shanda:
Check out her website: https://www.shandafulbright.com/
Follow Shanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shandafulbright/
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Friday Nov 01, 2024
Friday Nov 01, 2024
We are a few days away from the start of the 2024 RENEWED Conference. Today, I want to share a little behind the scenes about what happened in my life (in 2023) that led to me choosing this year’s theme: waiting well.
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Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Tuesday Oct 22, 2024
Welcome back to another episode of Her Renewed Strength–The Podcast! We are in week TWO of our All Things Apologetics Series and today’s episode features a conversation between myself and Ricky Arnel. We spoke about worldview formation, the different worldviews that are prominent in today’s culture, discipleship, and how to raise kids in the faith.
Ricky was born and raised in Muskogee Oklahoma. He moved to South Florida right out of high school to pursue his education and follow Jesus with his newly committed faith. He eventually stepped onto staff at Christ Fellowship Church where he spent 10 years as a student pastor, he earned his bachelor's degree in ministry leadership and a masters degree in theological studies. He is married to Abriel and they have 2 young boys. Ricky currently serves as a board member of multiple ministries and is continuing to pursue his formal education in apologetics. You can learn more about him, read his blog, and contact him at rickyarnel.com
If you’re a parent or person who has any influence on the younger generations, my hope is that you’re more informed about the different worldviews shaping the minds of young people today and encouraged to engage in the tough conversations with confidence, curiosity, and gentleness.
Connect with Ricky: https://rickyarnel.com
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