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Friday Apr 18, 2025
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Welcome back to the show! Today’s episode is a special treat I reserved for this last week of Lent, which we call holy week. As we approach Resurrection Sunday and celebrate the FACT that our Lord, Jesus Christ, IS RISEN, I’m excited to share a conversation with Dr. Mike Licona on the Resurrection of Jesus.
Dr. Licona is no stranger to the show. I had the privilege of hosting him on the podcast during our All Things Apologetics Series when he answered the question “If the Bible is trustworthy, why are there contradictions in the gospel accounts?” Click here to revisit episode 239!
In today's episode, we unpack the evidence for the PHYSICAL resurrection of Jesus Christ. Whether you’re a believer, a skeptic, or someone seeking proof that Jesus truly IS the Son of God, I hope this episode is not only an encouragement to you, but also a helpful resource.
Before we dive into the discussion about Christ’s resurrection, I want to remind you that we are partnering with Let Them Live, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to saving lives from abortion by financially supporting women in crisis pregnancies. We are so excited to support Let Them Live in their truly pro-life mission and the work they do to protect the preborn. Our kickstarter campaign is live! We want to raise $5000 for Let Them Live and hope you’ll join us by donating today. Join us on this pro-life mission alongside Let Them Live.
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Without further ado, let’s get into my conversation about the resurrection with Dr. Mike Licona.
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Welcome back! In today's episode, I share a conversation I had with Emily Berning, president and co-founder of Let Them Live, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to saving lives from abortion by financially supporting women in crisis pregnancies. She has been involved with the pro-life movement for over eight years and her greatest passion in life is giving pregnant women the support they need to choose life.
We spoke about her journey as a pro-life Christian woman, and why she and her husband, Nathan Berning, decided to start Let Them Live. We also posted the question: are you really pro-life or are you just anti-abortion?
I'm excited to announce that Her Renewed Strength Co. formally partnered with Let Them Live as our adopted philanthropy!
Let Them Live is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to saving lives from abortion by financially supporting women in crisis pregnancies. Through the help of donors and partnered organizations, Let Them Live provides financial support, counseling, and coaching to help mothers choose life and keep their babies.
When you invest in any of our offers, including coaching and classes, 15% of your entire purchase will go directly to Let Them Live to support their work as they save lives from abortion.
To kick off this exciting chapter, we are hosting a virtual fundraiser! We've set a goal of raising $5000 to support the staff's mental health needs, especially as they take on the burdens of moms who navigate unplanned pregnancies and choose life instead of abortion. Please help us to reach this goal and support the Let Them Live staff!
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Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Welcome back! In today's episode, I recap the FREE theology class I taught for Christian women last week, titled "Modern Heresies." This is the last segment of our Christian Theology Essentials Series. In this episode, you'll learn why the Council of Nicaea was important and what three heresies are still around today. I hope this blesses you, sharpens your discernment, and ignites a passion to learn more about Christian theology!
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Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
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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Want one-on-one coaching, accountability and personalized support? Connect with me to learn more! erika@herrenewedstrength.com
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.
Click here to connect with Dr. Johnice Littlejohn on Instagram!
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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