Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, you’ll hear from a dear sister in the faith, Kristel Acevedo, who shared a little about her journey to Jesus and how the Lord met her in the desolate places of her own wilderness seasons. We also talked about a beautiful Bible study she wrote, titled, A Way in the Wilderness: Meeting God in the Desolate Places of Scripture--A 6-Week Bible Study with Video Access. You can get a copy of the study in English OR in Spanish by heading to her website! We’r...
May 20, 2025•37 min•Ep. 244
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, w...
Apr 19, 2025•49 min•Ep. 243
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, Nat...
Apr 08, 2025•42 min•Ep. 242
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! The "Modern Heresies" class replay is now available! CLICK HERE TO...
Apr 01, 2025•8 min•Ep. 241
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 te...
Mar 26, 2025•14 min•Ep. 240
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...
Mar 11, 2025•13 min•Ep. 239
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! Register for the FREE class here!
Feb 26, 2025•6 min•Ep. 238
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 to...
Feb 18, 2025•21 min•Ep. 237
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 w...
Feb 11, 2025•13 min•Season 3Ep. 236
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 ...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 227
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...
Nov 22, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 231
Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I sat down with Shanda Fulbright. Shanda is no stranger to the show. You may remember her from part 5 of our Theology Matters Series: Should You Know How To Defend Your Faith as a Christian Woman? . . . If you missed that episode, let me tell you a little about Shanda… Shanda Fulbright is a wife, mom to three boys, and the host of the Her Faith Inspires podcast where she takes cultural issues and tackles them with biblical truth. She is the co-author of...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 230
We are a few days away from the start of the 2024 RENEWED Conference. Today, I want to share a little behind the scenes about what happened in my life (in 2023) that led to me choosing this year’s theme: waiting well. If you are not already registered, this is a must-listen for you, as I’ll share exactly what to expect, including a breakdown of each speaker, session, and all the bonuses you get when you get lifetime access. The window for free registration expired, but you can purchase LIFETIME ...
Nov 01, 2024•22 min•Ep. 229
Welcome back to another episode of Her Renewed Strength–The Podcast! We are in week TWO of our All Things Apologetics Series and today’s episode features a conversation between myself and Ricky Arnel. We spoke about worldview formation, the different worldviews that are prominent in today’s culture, discipleship, and how to raise kids in the faith. Ricky was born and raised in Muskogee Oklahoma. He moved to South Florida right out of high school to pursue his education and follow Jesus with his ...
Oct 22, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 228
Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I sat to speak with Dr. Mike Licona, a New Testament scholar, professor of New Testament studies, author and speaker. We discussed his most recent book, Jesus, Contradicted: Why the Gospels Tell the Same Story Differently, which addresses contradictions in the gospels and offers, what he believes to be, more plausible approaches to understanding those differences. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to leave a review for the show on Apple Podcasts an...
Oct 15, 2024•56 min•Ep. 226
Welcome back to the show and to our final episode in the Cancer Survivor Series. This episode is very special because, as you may know, October is officially breast cancer awareness month and I wanted to bring someone onto the show who has walked through the refining fire of breast cancer. So, I decided to bring on my friend, podcasting peer, and our sister in Christ, Tanya Engesether. Tanya is no stranger to the HRS Community! She was a guest speaker for 2023 RENEWED Conference. Her session was...
Oct 08, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 225
We are in part 3 of the Cancer Survivor Series, and today I am speaking about the struggles of cancer survivorship, how God’s grace can be repulsive (yes, I said REPULSIVE), and how negative feelings stem from a distorted view of God. Throughout this episode, I unpack the struggles of surviving cancer and how God's loving kindness was painful to receive. 2024 RENEWED Conference registration is now open! Join us for this FREE virtual experience from 11/4/2024 through 11/8/2024! Register today at ...
Oct 02, 2024•20 min•Ep. 224
Welcome back to the Cancer Survivor Series! We are in part two and today I will continue to share about my walk through cancer. I’ll focus on 2021 and the six-month period during which I went through chemotherapy. As you listen to the five things I did during chemo to grow in my faith, you’ll also notice this time was a concerted effort to reduce physical and spiritual toxins as I surrendered to the Lord during that time. This episode is meant to be descriptive, not prescriptive. I’m not on a mi...
Sep 24, 2024•20 min•Ep. 223
Welcome back to the show! We are officially in our Cancer Survivor Series. In today’s episode, I’m going to share about the road to getting the cancer diagnosis, navigating cancer for five years, and what led to me eventually saying yes to chemotherapy. Through this journey, I’ll illustrate just how the Lord used this season to transform me. So, I hope this episode is helpful to you or even someone you love who may be facing a diagnosis or hard time. Let's dig in! Join The Community // https://h...
Sep 17, 2024•18 min•Ep. 222
Welcome to season 2 of Her Renewed Strength-The Podcast! I'm so glad to be back with you for this season of the show and excited to share what you can look forward to in the coming months. In today's episode, I give you a preview of what's to come and share a passage that deepened my appreciation and gratitude for my salvation. I take you deep into Ephesians 2:19-22! So, you're going to want to take notes. Join The Community // https://herrenewedstrength.com/community Learn more about private co...
Sep 10, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Welcome to part FIVE of our Theology Matters Series. This is the final episode in our Theology Matters Series, and the final episode of this long, almost 3-year season as we prepare to take a break this summer. In today’s episode, I took time to speak with Shanda Fulbright, and answer the question: should you know how to defend your faith as a Christian woman? This episode is all about apologetics, the importance of knowing what you believe and why you actually do need to be able to defend your ...
Apr 30, 2024•42 min•Ep. 220
Welcome to part FOUR of this Theology Matters Series. Today I take time to answer the question: how does theology affect discipleship and your relationships as a Christian woman? There are two primary areas I focus on during this episode: discipleship [how you intentionally or unintentionally disciple others] and accountability in your relationships [specifically your relationships with other Christians]. I also touch on culture, more specifically the postmodern era and how to navigate postmoder...
Apr 23, 2024•33 min•Ep. 221
Welcome to PART THREE of our Theology Matters Series! In today’s episode, I share a conversation I had with Robin Rhine McDonald. Robin Rhine McDonald is a Faith-Based Holistic Health Coach, proud mom and wife with a passion for supporting and empowering Jesus-loving women to gain true health while losing weight through her sustainable, grace-based process. She loves to help women ditch chronic dieting and disease for holistic health and wellness. She mixes her seminary background with her study...
Apr 16, 2024•57 min•Ep. 219
Welcome to part two of our Theology Matters Series! Today, I’m sharing a conversation with my friend, Heather Preston. Heather is a professional writer with a Master of Arts in Theological Studies. As a consultant she works with churches and pastors and has a passion for academic collaborations. Heather hosts a podcast called Scripts on Scripture where she discusses all things Bible with pastors and fellow writers. Her most recent book is entitled Between the Lines. During this conversation, Hea...
Apr 09, 2024•45 min•Ep. 217
Welcome to this month’s series… THEOLOGY MATTERS! If you’ve been craving a deeper dive into theology, this series is one you don’t want to miss! I’m so excited to dive into the topic of theology, why it matters and how it affects our everyday walks as Christian women. In today’s series intro, I’m going to answer the questions: What is theology? Why does theology matter? Do we need theology to grow as Christian women? Throughout this series, I’ll introduce some topics that, I believe, are crucial...
Apr 02, 2024•23 min•Ep. 218
Hey sis! In this episode, I'm adding a special BONUS episode that is all about fitting your God-sized goals into your busy schedule. If you've ever wondered when you'll have time to work on that dream or goal... or just want to better understand how to fit goals into an already packed schedule, this episode is for you! I pray this blesses you! 🚨 There is some background noise that I have to apologize for toward the end! Ready to access to the very time management templates & plug-and-play p...
Mar 26, 2024•10 min•Ep. 216
We are in part three of the Christ Centered Productivity Series! In today’s episode, we cover STEP THREE of the Christ Centered Productivity Framework (CCPF): building a SCHEDULE that puts Jesus first! If you have not yet listened to parts 1 and 2, go back and listen to those episodes in order! You can click here to listen to PART ONE and click here to listen to PART TWO . This episode will help you create a flexible schedule that puts Jesus first, prioritizes rest and includes time for the thin...
Mar 19, 2024•10 min•Ep. 215
We are in part TWO of the Christ Centered Productivity Series, and I’m highlighting STEP TWO of the Christ Centered Productivity Framework. If you skipped part one, please go back and listen to Episode 215 ! In this series, the episodes progressively build on the last because I’m sharing a specific framework or process. Jumping into the middle of it will not help you or make a ton of sense. In step two, I highlight the time calculator, and help you understand how you can find time for Jesus and ...
Mar 12, 2024•9 min•Ep. 214
Today, we are diving into Part ONE of the Christ Centered Productivity Series that we are hosting this month. This is a four-part series, and today we are going to cover step ONE of the framework. This step will help you identify the idols in your life because, let’s be honest, whatever is most important to you will get your time! This is a great episode for anyone who wants to put Jesus first in your life, no matter where you are in your walk with the Lord. The Christ Centered Productivity Fram...
Mar 05, 2024•14 min•Ep. 213
Well, hello! I hope you are having a fabulous Tuesday! We are just about done with February, and only have one month left in quarter 1… Can you believe it?! Well, today, I have a treat for you! My friend Shayla Hilton joined me for a conversation that truly blessed me. Honestly, even while we were talking, I felt like it was a convo the Lord let us have just so I could go back and relisten. We talked about so many things, including how to know what God has called you to do in this season… how to...
Feb 27, 2024•37 min•Ep. 212
