We Ate the Apple, Now What?

It's Time to Get Off Your High Horse and Stay Off!

Tired of feeling like you have to have it all together on your own? That might be the 'high horse' of pride! In this episode of "Mess It Up's," join Alex as she unpacks the sin of pride in women – how it shows up in vanity, arrogance, and self-sufficiency – and the damaging circumstances it can lead to. Drawing on biblical examples and personal experience, Alex shares how getting off the 'high horse' and embracing humility in Christ is the true path to peace, joy, and God's grace. Bible Passages (in order of appearance): * Proverbs 16:18 * James 4:6 * 1 Peter 5:5 * Numbers 12 * Amos 4:1 * Isaiah 3:16-4:1 * 1 Peter 3:3-4 * 1 Timothy 2:8-15 * Matthew 7:24-27 * Romans 6:23 * Ezekiel 23:32-33 * Galatians 6:3 * Proverbs 31:30 * Isaiah 2:22 * Isaiah 2:11 * Proverbs 3:5 * John 10:9 * John 14:6 * 1 Timothy 2:5 * 2 Corinthians 12:9 * Philippians 4:19 * Hebrews 4:16 * Psalm 103:14 * John 15:5 * Romans 12:3 * Luke 9:23-25 * Romans 12:16 * Philippians 2:3-4 * Philippians 2:6-8 * Proverbs 3:34 * Proverbs 6:16 * Proverbs 8:13 Song Credit: Music Credit: "Go 'n' Drop" (2003) by Antony Raijekov, from the album Jazz U. Join the "Mess It Up's" journey! Have questions or want to share your story? Email Alex at messitupspodcast1@gmail.com [https://www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=mailto%3Amessitupspodcast1%40gmail.com]. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for weekly episodes filled with biblical truth and grace for women, wives, and mothers.

That Dreaded Word "Submission"

"Submission" - it can feel like a loaded word, especially for women today. But is biblical submission really about oppression? In Episode 3 of "Mess It Up's," join host Alex as she explores what Scripture actually teaches about submission, focusing on Ephesians 5 and 1 Corinthians 11. Uncover the true meaning of 'Hupotasso,' understand the importance of humility, and discover how mutual submission in marriage reflects Christ's love for the church. This episode will challenge your preconceptions and reveal how biblical submission, when rightly understood, leads to freedom, harmony, and a deeper connection with God and your husband. Bible Passages for Episode 3 Description (in order of appearance in the script): * 1 Corinthians 11:3 * Matthew 28:18 * John 4:34 * John 5:30 * John 6:38 * Philippians 2:3-8 * Luke 1:38 * 1 Peter 3:4 * Ephesians 5:21 * Mark 9:35 * Luke 18:14 * Ephesians 5:25 * Matthew 26:39 NLT * Matthew 26:42 NLT * Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV * James 1:22 NLT * Philippians 2:3-4 NIV * Matthew 10:37 Join the "Mess It Up's" journey! Have questions or want to share your story? Email Alex at messitupspodcast1@gmail.com [https://www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=mailto%3Amessitupspodcast1%40gmail.com]. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for weekly episodes filled with biblical truth and grace for women, wives, and mothers.

We Ate the Apple, Now What?

Ever wonder why life as a woman feels so… challenging? In Episode 2 of "Mess It Up's," we go back to the beginning – the Garden of Eden – to understand the biblical roots of the struggles women face. Host Alex unpacks the story of Eve and the curse in Genesis 3, revealing the impact of deception, the 'desire to control,' and the distortion of God's design for men and women. This isn't an easy conversation, but it's a necessary one. Discover how acknowledging these hard truths and turning to Jesus Christ is the only path to finding relief from the curse and embracing God's beautiful plan for biblical womanhood. "We ate the apple, now what?" Let's find out together! Bible Passages for Episode 2 Description (in order of appearance in the script): Genesis 3:4-7 Genesis 3:16 Genesis 3:15 John 8:44 Genesis 4:7 Genesis 2:25 Genesis 2:18-25 Ephesians 5:21-33 Ephesians 5:21-22 Luke 1:38 Join the "Mess It Up's" journey! Have questions or want to share your story? Email Alex at messitupspodcast1@gmail.com [https://www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=mailto%3Amessitupspodcast1%40gmail.com]. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for weekly episodes filled with biblical truth and grace for women, wives, and mothers.

Who am I and why the “Mess it Up’s” Podcast

"Welcome to the very first episode of "Mess It Up's"! Join your host, AlexAndrea, as she introduces herself and shares the heart behind this brand new podcast for women seeking to live biblically as wives and mothers in today's messy world. In this introductory episode, Alex shares her personal journey – from a secular upbringing and worldly influences to a life transformed by faith in Jesus Christ. Discover why she chose the name "Mess It Up's," inspired by her godly grandparents, and learn about the podcast's core mission: to unpack God's truth from Scripture to help women find beauty in biblical womanhood, joy in biblical marriage, and grace in biblical motherhood. Get ready for honest conversations, biblical insights, and encouragement for your everyday, beautifully imperfect life. Let's learn together how to navigate the 'messes' and 'fix it up' with God's Word!" Bible Passages Referenced in this Episode: Ephesians 2:4 John 1:1-5 1 Peter 2:20-24 Ephesians 5:25 Genesis 2:23a Genesis 2:25 Ephesians 5:22-24 1 Peter 2:1-6 Ephesians 5:25 Ephesians 5:22-24 John 1:1-5 Join the "Mess It Up's" journey! Have questions or want to share your story? Email Alex at messitupspodcast1@gmail.com [https://www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=mailto%3Amessitupspodcast1%40gmail.com]. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast for weekly episodes filled with biblical truth and grace for women, wives, and mothers.