The Good Portion

Making the Most of Summer: Living With Purpose in Every Season

Summer can slip by quickly—filled with pressure, busyness, or good intentions that never quite take shape. But what if instead of trying to perfect summer, we learned to steward it? In this episode, Lindsey is joined by Mandy, Jessica, and Kristin for a thoughtful conversation on living with intentionality, presence, and rest across every season of life. Together, they share honest insight and practical rhythms for slowing down, focusing on what matters most, and creating space for meaningful connection—with both people and the Lord. Whether you're in a full or quieter season, this episode will help you shift from “How do I make summer great?” to “How can I be faithful with the summer I’ve been given?”

Foster Care Awareness

In honor of Foster Care Awareness Month coming up in May, this episode invites us into a meaningful, Christ-centered conversation about caring for some of the most vulnerable among us. Lindsey sits down with Allison and Rachel—two foster moms who share their personal journeys into foster care, what led them to say “yes,” and how God has met them every step of the way. Through both beautiful and difficult moments, they offer an honest look at the realities of fostering—the joy, the heartbreak, and the deep ways it shapes faith and family. Together, we explore the biblical call to care for children, the urgent need for foster families, and the vital role the Church plays in supporting them. You’ll hear stories of connection, growth, and God’s faithfulness, along with the challenges that come with loving children in hard places. Whether you’ve felt a nudge toward foster care or simply want to learn how to support those who are fostering, this conversation will encourage you that obedience matters more than perfection—and that every believer has a role to play. You don’t have to have all the answers to take a step. You just have to be willing to say yes. Chosen For Life Ministries [https://chosenforlifeministries.org]

Ephesians 4–6: Walking Worthy of the Calling

We’re wrapping up our three-part series on the book of Ephesians by stepping into chapters 4–6—where doctrine becomes daily life. In this final conversation, Lindsey sits down with Lisa and Cynthia to talk about what it looks like to walk in light of who we are in Christ. Together, we explore God’s design for unity in the church, the role each of us plays in building up the body, and how humility, love, and truth hold us together. We also lean into some of the more challenging and beautiful passages on submission and order in relationships—asking what it really means to reflect Christ in our homes, our friendships, and our communities. And finally, we turn to the reality of spiritual warfare, unpacking the armor of God and what it looks like to stand firm in faith in the middle of everyday life. Whether you’ve been walking through Ephesians with us in women's Bible study or are just joining in, this episode is an invitation to live grounded, unified, and strong in the Beloved.

In the Waiting: Morgan’s Infertility Journey

In this deeply tender episode, Susanne and Meredith sit down with Morgan to hear her story of walking through infertility and loss. With honesty and courage, Morgan shares what it has looked like to grieve, to wrestle with God, and to continue trusting Him in the middle of unanswered prayers. Together, they talk about the quiet loneliness that often accompanies infertility, the weight of loss, and the ways faith can feel both anchoring and difficult in seasons of deep pain. Morgan also shares how God has met her in her grief—not with easy answers, but with His presence. Whether this is part of your story or you’re walking alongside someone who is hurting, this conversation offers gentle encouragement, practical insight, and a reminder that you are not alone. God is near to the brokenhearted, and He sees every tear. Recommended Resource: Held: 31 Biblical Reflections on God's Comfort and Care in the Sorrow of Miscarriage [https://a.co/d/077enrcv]

Better Together: Multigenerational Friendships In The Church

In this episode, Susanne sits down with Carey, Teresa, and Ella for a meaningful conversation on the importance of multigenerational relationships in the church. Together, they explore the beauty of women across different life stages walking in faith side by side—learning from one another, encouraging one another, and growing together in Christ. From personal stories of spiritual influence to honest reflections on barriers between generations, this conversation points us back to the biblical vision of Titus 2 and what it can look like lived out in everyday life. The guests also share the impact of women who have shaped their faith, what each generation brings to the body of Christ, and how we can step more fully into mentoring and discipleship relationships. We hope this episode encourages you to pursue deeper connections across generations. Make plans to join us for our upcoming "Better Together" event on April 26 with Joy Joiner!  Register here for "Better Together."  [https://prince.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3491957]