Join Crystal as she shares a few lessons we can learn from Naomi and her journey back to the House of Bread found in the Book of Ruth. We don't want to be too hard on Naomi, but much of what we learn is what NOT to do. In the end, she did get a few things right on her journey toward restoration. Our God is a God of RESTORATION. He wants to bring us back into a right relationship with Him. A place of spiritual blessing, like the “House of Bread.” He will NOURISH us and help us to grow in our rela...
Jun 25, 2025•18 min•Season 5Ep. 224
If you think of Bathsheba’s story, it’s so twisted, yet God brought good from it for her. In all my years of hearing this story, I’ve only ever heard Bathsheba painted in a bad light as a seductress. Let’s break down Scripture to see what God really says about her, and not add our own cultural traditions to wrongfully judge this woman. This study is so powerful for today in the church. If you have your own crimes against you and were judged wrongfully, you are not alone. God sees you, and He lov...
Jun 18, 2025•19 min•Season 5Ep. 223
Join Charity as she dives into the life of Jochebed! She was a slave, servant, and courageous follower of Jehovah in a time of both physical and spiritual oppression. We’ll explore how your life has purpose and meaning! You may be a stay at home mom, a school teacher, a pastor’s wife or perhaps you do maid service for well-to-do families. You are not who the world says you are. The world said Jochebed was only a slave. But God used her to be the mother of the three most influential leaders of he...
Jun 11, 2025•12 min•Season 5Ep. 222
Join Quortney as she dives into the life of Deborah! She was a prophetess, judge, and courageous leader in a time of spiritual chaos. We’ll explore how her faith, boldness, and obedience point us to a God who still raises up women to lead today. Whether you're in a season of leading or learning, this episode will encourage you to trust God’s voice and step forward in faith. Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !...
Jun 04, 2025•9 min•Season 5Ep. 221
Join Crystal as she finishes up our study in Ephesians with a closer look at the Armour of God. Anyone who is trying to live a Spirit-filled--that is, a Spirit-controlled--life, is in the midst of a very real spiritual battle. This battle isn’t just with our own flesh, but it is also with Satan and his demons. I Peter 5:8 says, “Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:” We have to understand that Satan desires to destr...
May 28, 2025•15 min•Season 5Ep. 220
Join Charity as she tackles chapters four and five of Ephesians! There are some wonderful and important lessons within these chapters regarding unity with our fellow believers and in our homes. Listen up! Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !
May 21, 2025•21 min•Season 5Ep. 219
In this episode join Quortney J as she dives deep into Ephesians chapters 2 and 3, where Paul reminds us of the miraculous transformation we’ve received through Christ. Once dead in our sins, we have been made alive by grace and raised up with Christ! 🙌🏻 Join her as she walks through Paul’s passionate prayer for the believers. These chapters are a powerful reminder of both our identity and inheritance as God’s people. Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !...
May 14, 2025•13 min•Season 5Ep. 218
Who am I? What should I be known for? What’s God’s will for my life? Did I miss His purpose for me? Make Jesus the center of everything, and you will see that you haven’t missed out on anything. His calling is to be lived out daily in 100% surrender to bring Him glory and honor, making Him know to all people. If you feel broken, start in Ephesians 1. Know God’s heart for you, my Friend!🫶🏼💕 Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !...
May 07, 2025•13 min•Season 5Ep. 217
This episode is from our guest, Laurie Billings. Laurie has been a pastor’s wife since 2006, and has such a genuine heart for women. Laurie and I became kindred spirits and the best of friends when she invited me to her ladies conference. There I saw her tender heart for God, her sweet spirit, and understanding and genuine concern for people. One thing I know about Laurie is that she walks with God. Her spirit of prayer changed my life in such a powerful way at how she makes prayer a priority in...
Apr 30, 2025•20 min•Season 5Ep. 216
Some of y’all quit church over a Judas. Some of y'all quit over a Martha. When did the disciples quit? They didn't! If anyone had a reason to give up on church it was them. We have to learn to keep our eyes on Who is important and let the other people blur in the sides of our vision. 🎙️ New episode is up. And stick around until the end for a sneak peek of next month's topic! Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !...
Apr 23, 2025•16 min•Season 5Ep. 215
We've all experienced some kind of church hurt at one time or another. Listen to today's episode by Charity Berkey as she shares the four steps of healing after experiencing church hurt. H - Heed or Recognize the Hurt E - Erect Boundaries A - Allow your Heart to Forgive L - Learn to Rebuild Faith & Trust Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !...
Apr 16, 2025•21 min•Season 5Ep. 214
Our purpose in studying church hurt should be to protect ourselves from being either the “offender” or the “offendee." First, we must understand the importance of being involved in a local, Bible believing church. It truly is God’s design for New Testament believers which we can find all throughout Scripture. God’s design for a church is unity in doctrine, service, and purpose. At the same time, God has created each of us to be different with unique personalities, talents, and tastes. It is only...
Apr 09, 2025•18 min•Season 5Ep. 213
Spiritual growth is never comfortable, but it’s always compassionate. This is a topic that churches can tend to shy away from, but if we are being sensitive to the Holy Spirit we will use understanding through God’s wisdom to restore ones who have been hurt in church. Listen to Jackie’s episode as she discusses this topic on church hurt. You can find the book she mentioned HERE. Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !...
Apr 02, 2025•19 min•Season 5Ep. 212
Wrapping Up Our Bible Study Tips Series with Rachel Plowman To close out our month of Bible study tips, we’re handing the mic to a special guest—Rachel Plowman! Rachel is Quortney’s pastor’s wife, a fellow homeschool mama, and has served in various roles at Liberty Baptist Church in Lyons, Georgia, where her husband, Michael, has pastored for the past 20 years. In this episode, she shares practical Bible study tips and shows you how to apply them to your daily time in the Word. Get ready for an ...
Mar 26, 2025•13 min•Season 5Ep. 211
Crystal shared her Bible study tips in a recent episode ( linked here ), so she is sharing a few things from some recent ladies conference sessions she did on "Being the Light." Listen as she explains that we must "take in more Light, so we can shine more light." Psalm 119:105 KJV Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. You can sign up for Crystal's email list at www.crystalratcliff.com or visit her social media pages @authorcrystalratcliff. Support the show Connect with the l...
Mar 19, 2025•14 min
Join Quortney for this weeks episode loaded with all of her favorite Bible study tips and tricks. Her Q-Tips have helped women all over the United States learn how to dig deeper into God’s Word and “study to shew thyself approved”! Not growing up in a Christian home has made Quortney realize there are women all over that struggle with this, just like she did. Not knowing where to start with your Bible isn’t a rarity. If you struggle, you’re not alone. Listen in as she gives you some encouragemen...
Mar 12, 2025•13 min•Season 5Ep. 209
Bible study has changed my life more than anything else, period. It’s truly been life-changing. It’s not hard, and it doesn’t have to be intimidating. I hope this one episode will help you start studying your Bible if you haven’t started yet. Or maybe if you feel a little stuck after years of reading your Bible, maybe you will feel renewed in your purpose of the importance of your personal Bible study. “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly di...
Mar 06, 2025•17 min•Season 5Ep. 208
We have a special guest today closing out our study in Galatians! Please listen as Charity Berkey, founder of Encouragement from Women (EFW), leads us in a closer look at Galatians chapter six and God's plan for discipleship. She discusses the importance of discipling our own children, as well as looking for opportunities to disciple other ladies, and how these relationships often turn into lifelong friendships centered around God's Word. Resources recommended by Charity: Fruit of the Spirit: A ...
Feb 26, 2025•21 min•Season 5Ep. 207
Join Crystal as she continues our study of Galatians. Paul presses on to contradict the false teachings of the Judaizers who were trying to add works to salvation by grace. We are to stand firm in the liberty we have in Christ--we have been freed from the law! However, that liberty is not a license to sin or to continue to live however we please. Warren Wiersbe said, “Somewhere between license and legalism is true Christian liberty.” So the question becomes... How do we stay in the lane of Chris...
Feb 19, 2025•16 min•Season 5Ep. 206
Sheeeesh… is there even a more controversial conversation of the church today?! So so so much hurt wrapped up in that one word, “standards.” I’d guarantee more people have left the church over the topic of standards than doctrine or any other conversation. How many people have not heard the Gospel because we have elevated our standards above the message of the cross? I’m guilty. How many people have been made to think that the key to being close to God is through all the high standards we hold d...
Feb 12, 2025•11 min•Season 5Ep. 205
Join Quortney as she shares what she learned in her study of the first 2 chapters of Galatians! Works or grace? And maybe something you wouldn’t think of… Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !
Feb 05, 2025•8 min•Season 5Ep. 204
The ladies of Her Portion are starting something new this year! We will be taking a few months out of the year to study specific books of the Bible, and we would love to have you join us. Take a few minutes to listen to what we have planned for February and how you can study along with us. Also, make plans to join our studies in future months. May - Ephesians August - Philippians November - Colossians Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !...
Jan 29, 2025•6 min•Season 5Ep. 203
Are you looking for direction this New Year? This episode not only teaches how you can find direction, but also gives us the peace we need on our path in life through the power of the Holy Spirit. Valerie Crane is our guest host with us for this episode. Valerie is a pastor’s wife, mom to four children who are all in ministry, and is an author and speaker. You can find her cookbook HERE Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !...
Jan 22, 2025•10 min•Season 5Ep. 202
If you want to look back on 2025 and feel successful with what you have done, you’re going to have to get used to putting the work in. You’re going to have to follow through with some plans and some promises. Join Quortney as she talks about follow through and why it’s so important. Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !
Jan 15, 2025•13 min•Season 5Ep. 201
“Thou crownest the year with thy goodness; and thy paths drop fatness.“ (Psalm 65:11) Do you want to have a good year? I believe everyone would answer that question with an astounding yes. Although, sometimes as the year progresses we can be sidetracked by all the obstacles. Instead our focus should be on the goodness of God and the beauty He creates from every season. Listen to this episode as Jackie discusses her word for the year, “Crowned.” Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Por...
Jan 08, 2025•10 min•Season 5Ep. 200
Crystal's "word of the year" for 2025 is TRUST . It's not new, original, or unique but God is using it to stretch and challenge her going into a new year filled with uncertainty. Listen in as she breaks down a familiar passage of Scripture and shares her personal testimony about a big change coming this year! Proverbs 3:5-6 KJV Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. You can find Crystal on...
Jan 01, 2025•12 min•Season 5Ep. 199
It has been an honor and a joy to serve the Lord in this ministry here with Her Portion podcast. In this episode, I’m going to share with you how God has me moving on to a different season of life and how my time with Her Portion has come to an end. At the end of this episode, I have a thought/devotion that I’m sharing with you that I want to leave you with in my last episode and I hope it’s an encouragement to you. Thank you for being a listener. I’m looking forward to what God has for Her Port...
Dec 25, 2024•14 min•Season 4Ep. 198
And now, little children, abide in him; that, when he shall appear, we may have confidence, and not be ashamed before him at his coming. I John 2:28 When we abide in Christ, we will keep His commandments. We will walk in the Spirit and bring forth fruit. Our lives will be characterized by the fruit of the spirt: love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance. When we abide in Christ, we can’t help but be DOERS. Join Crystal as she considers how abiding in Chri...
Dec 18, 2024•12 min•Season 4Ep. 197
Sometimes shame can isolate you, making you feel stuck and unable to move from your current position. I’m sure we can all say we’ve been embarrassed at a mistake we’ve made at some point in our lives. There’s so many truths in this episode of how we can move past shame. Listen to this episode as Jackie discusses the topic of dealing with shame. Support the show Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE !...
Dec 11, 2024•10 min•Season 4Ep. 196
People everywhere have opinions about everything. How likely are you to follow popular opinion? How likely are you to believe God’s Word? One day when you stand face to face with your Creator, Sustainer, and Saviour, will you be able to stand, not ashamed, because you lived your life fully trusting in Him and His Word? Or are you going to be ashamed because you lived like you didn’t trust Him or His Word and were more likely to trust people? Join Quortney from @running_redeemed for episode 195 “...
Dec 04, 2024•13 min•Season 4Ep. 195
