Episode 174: You Follow God...So Why Doesn't It Feel Right? (Neh. 11)

Eps. 185: Why More Knowledge Won't Make You Wise | James 3

Thought to share? Send me a text... [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1719030/fan_mail/new] What kind of wisdom is really shaping your life—God’s wisdom or the world’s wisdom? We live in a culture that equates wisdom with knowledge, achievement, influence, and success. As parents and believers, it’s easy to fall into comparison, competition, and the pursuit of what looks wise on the surface. But in James 3, we discover that true wisdom isn’t measured by what we know—it’s revealed by how we live. This episode explores the difference between worldly wisdom and godly wisdom and how that difference impacts our relationships, decisions, parenting, and everyday faith. By listening to this episode, you’ll discover: * How to identify whether God’s wisdom or worldly wisdom is influencing your daily decisions and responses.  * The heart qualities that reveal genuine wisdom, including humility, peace, teachability, mercy, and integrity.  * Practical encouragement for overcoming comparison and self-promotion so you can cultivate Christlike character and lasting spiritual fruit.  Listen now to learn how God’s wisdom can transform the way you think, respond, parent, and faithfully live out His Word every day. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/ [https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/] For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/ [https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/] A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.

Eps. 184: Controlling Your Words Is a Heart Issue | James 3

Thought to share? Send me a text... [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1719030/fan_mail/new] Why do hurtful words stay with us for years while encouraging words are often forgotten? In James 3, we're reminded that our words carry incredible power. They can wound, heal, divide, encourage, destroy, or bring life. But James takes the conversation deeper—our speech doesn't just affect others, it reveals the condition of our hearts. If you've ever struggled with anger, gossip, regret over something you said, or wounds left by someone else's words, this episode offers biblical wisdom and practical encouragement for lasting transformation. *  Discover why words have such a powerful impact on identity and spiritual growth.  *  Learn what James 3 teaches about the connection between the tongue, the heart, and genuine faith.  *  Gain practical insight into how the Holy Spirit transforms our hearts so our words can reflect Christ in everyday conversations.  Listen now to learn how Jesus can transform not only the words you speak, but the heart they come from. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/ [https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/] For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/ [https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/] A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.

Eps. 183: Faith Without Works Is Dead: Stop Walking Like Jesus Never Changed Your Life | James 2:14-26

Thought to share? Send me a text... [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1719030/fan_mail/new] What if someone followed you around for a day—would they be able to tell that your faith in Jesus is real? Many believers affirm the right things about God, attend church, and identify as Christians, yet struggle to see their faith reflected in everyday decisions, relationships, and priorities. In this episode, we explore James 2 and his challenging question: If faith has truly transformed us, shouldn't that transformation be visible in the way we live? *  Discover the difference between simply believing facts about God and possessing a living faith that transforms your life.  *  Learn why good works don't earn salvation but serve as evidence that genuine faith is already at work within you.  *  Gain practical insight into identifying areas where your actions may not yet align with what you say you believe and how to take your next step of obedience.  Listen now to learn how real faith moves beyond words and beliefs to produce a life that visibly reflects the transforming work of Jesus. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/ [https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/] For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/ [https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/] A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.

Eps. 182: How A Simple Shift From Favoritism To Mercy Transforms Everyday Relationships | James 2:1-13

Thought to share? Send me a text... [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1719030/fan_mail/new] Have you ever walked into a room—church, school, or a social gathering—and instantly felt like you didn’t belong, even though no one said a word?  We all know the sting of being overlooked or excluded, but this episode challenges us to see a harder truth: sometimes we’re not just the ones feeling left out—we’re the ones quietly deciding who gets included. In a world that assigns value based on status, appearance, or influence, the book of James confronts how easily we adopt the same mindset, even in our faith communities.  In this episode, you’ll learn how to recognize subtle favoritism in everyday relationships, understand why James calls partiality a serious issue of the heart, and discover how God’s mercy transforms the way we see and treat others.  Listen to this episode to uncover how embracing God’s mercy can free you to love people the way Jesus does and change the way you show up in every relationship. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/ [https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/] For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/ [https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/] A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.

Eps. 181:The Faith Challenge Every Christian Faces | James 1:19-27

Thought to share? Send me a text... [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1719030/fan_mail/new] Does your daily life actually reflect the faith you say you believe? Most Christian women know what God’s Word says, but applying it in the middle of busy schedules, family stress, difficult conversations, and emotional reactions can feel much harder. In this episode, we explore James 1:19-27 and uncover why spiritual growth isn't just about hearing biblical truth—it's about allowing God's Word to shape the way we listen, speak, respond, and love others every day. After listening, you'll discover: *  How becoming quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger can strengthen your relationships and reflect Christ more clearly.  *  Why God's Word acts like a mirror for your soul and how applying it leads to greater freedom and spiritual maturity.  *  Practical ways to move from simply hearing Scripture to actively living out your faith in everyday situations.  Listen now to learn how small acts of obedience can transform your relationships, deepen your faith, and help you become more like Jesus in your everyday life. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday mornings. To connect with Betsy for speaking, resources, or curriculum head to https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/ [https://betsymarvin.com/contact-me/] For access to past podcasts and transcripts, head to https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/ [https://betsymarvin.com/podcasts/] A Christian podcast centered on Jesus, the Bible, and God explores faith through the Old Testament and New Testament, sharing Bible stories and Bible explained insights to help women of faith and Jesus followers grow in faith, strengthen their relationship with God, and know God more deeply through Bible study, women Bible study, and practical Christianity, all while encouraging spiritual growth, understanding identity in Christ, and learning to understand Bible teachings to become closer to God.