What do you do when the life you have is not the life you long for? Author, Bible teacher and theologian Elizabeth Woodson sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to talk about navigating disappointment and delighting in the life God's given you. Find Elizabeth Woodson here: https://www.elizabethwoodson.org/ Find Elizabeth's book, Embrace Your Life: How to Find Joy When the Life You Have is Not the Life You Hoped For here: https://www.elizabethwoodson.org/embrace-your-life If you enjoy ...
Mar 07, 2022•32 min
Their marriage spiraled to the point that she prayed that her husband would die. Jessica Wall joins Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to show how God breathed life into a marriage full of deceit, despair, and desperation. If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast will you please rate, subscribe, and share with your friends? And you can connect with Rebecca and Liz, too! See the links below: Websites: https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ ; https://www.lizann.life/ Twitter: @RebeccaACarrell ; @lizannro...
Feb 28, 2022•28 min
The vast majority of sex trafficking in the United States happens through social media in the suburbs. In fact, most victims are trafficked by someone they "think" they know—someone who promises them a better life and a way out. Abby Germer, Executive Director of the North Texas Refuge For Women, joins Rebecca and Liz on this episode of Honestly, Though to highlight their work in rehabbing victims and and talk about what we can do to make a difference in our own towns. If you enjoy the Honestly,...
Feb 21, 2022•44 min
Perhaps one of the great myths we've believed is that it's possible to "forgive and forget." When we've suffered egregious wrongs, forgiveness takes time. When we're the offender, self-forgiveness can be especially elusive. Fan-favorite Nika Spaulding sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez for an honest conversation on the process of forgiveness and the things that trip us up. Find Nika on Instagram and Twitter. Mentioned on the Show: Gentle and Lowly, Dane C. Ortland - https://tinyurl...
Feb 14, 2022•39 min
Perhaps you've heard these words: "A woman's highest calling is in the home raising her children and managing the household." But what does that mean for single women, or women unable to bear children? Author and Dallas Theological Seminary Professor Dr. Sandra Glahn joins Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to talk about worth, purpose, and calling, and why it's so important to have different men, women, and ethnicities interpreting the tricky verses of Scripture related to women. For more inform...
Feb 07, 2022•38 min
Perhaps one of the reasons we don't celebrate as often as we should is because we tie the act of celebrating to circumstances. But what if we're missing the most important piece? What if we can celebrate in times of joy and times of tears? Nicole Zasowski sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz-Rod-on-the-Pod to reframe the way we look at celebrating. Find more information about Nicole at https://www.nicolezasowski.com/book . If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast will you please rate, subscri...
Jan 31, 2022•32 min
Millions of Americans wrestle with food and weight. Could there be a spiritual element that we've overlooked? Bestselling author Amber Lia joins Rebecca and Liz to talk about finding God and facing food triggers. For more information on Amber Lia, visit http://amberlia.com/ If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast will you please rate, subscribe, and share with your friends? And you can connect with Rebecca and Liz, too! See the links below: Websites: https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ ; https://w...
Jan 24, 2022•35 min
As the founder and president of the largest Christian radio ministry in St. Louis, Sandi Brown defines success. She also serves the community as a beloved morning show co-host on JOY FM. But underneath the polished, professional exterior bubbled a mixture of shame and self-loathing that threatened to erupt. On this episode of Honestly, Though, Sandi sits down with Rebecca and Liz to talk about disentangling herself from the lies and living in the light of the truth. Find Sandi's book, Healing Ou...
Jan 17, 2022•33 min
In part two of a powerful conversation on growing up as a Korean immigrant, Dr. Sam Won opens up to Liz and Rebecca about the subtle (and not-so-subtle) racism Asians in America face today. Dr. Won's book, "Remembering the Covenants in Song" is available for purchase. You can connect with Dr. Won on Facebook or Twitter. Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Remembering-Covenants-Song-Intertextual-Abrahamic/dp/1532681186 If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast will you please rate, subscrib...
Jan 10, 2022•45 min
Dr. Sam Won, pastor, worship leader, and Dallas Theological Seminary Professor, immigrated to the United States when he was ten months old. In this in-depth conversation, Dr. Won gives us another perspective on immigration and the difficulties minorities face in a majority culture. If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast will you please rate, subscribe, and share with your friends? And you can connect with Rebecca and Liz, too! See the links below: Websites: https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ ; h...
Jan 03, 2022•34 min
The New Year is the perfect time to start reading your Bible more, and what better place to start than at the beginning? Christian Williams (ThM), Director of Women's Discipleship at Christ Community Church in Fayetteville, Arkansas, sits down with Rebecca and Liz to talk about the proper way to understand Genesis and the importance of the first book of the Bible. Find Christian Williams on Instagram @thcw1990 or at https://badseminarians.com/ If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast will you p...
Dec 27, 2021•57 min
During a season that seems to cater to the married with children, single adults can feel marginalized and alone. Kate Downing, Minister to Girls at Battle Creek Church, joins Rebecca and Liz to talk about the new and better family we have in Christ. If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast will you please rate, subscribe, and share with your friends? And you can connect with Rebecca and Liz, too! See the links below: Websites: https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ ; https://www.lizann.life/ Twitter: ...
Dec 20, 2021•38 min
What do you do when the Christmas season doesn't feel like "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year?" Nika Spaulding, Pastor and Resident Theologian of St. Jude Oak Cliff shares her grief journey and shows how God, in His mercy, included grief language throughout the Bible.
Dec 13, 2021•48 min
In the church today, Advent marks the season leading up to Christmas--a season of waiting; a season of longing. Dr. Mark Yarbrough, President of Dallas Theological Seminary, sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to talk about the Advent we currently find ourselves in--the gap between the cross and the second coming of Christ. Find more information about Dr. Yarbrough's latest book, Tidings of Comfort and Joy: 25 Advent Devotionals Leading to Christmas, visit https://tinyurl.com/2dtc4x...
Dec 06, 2021•35 min
When the doctors told Amy Koch that she had an aggressive form of cancer, she knew she had two choices: despair or determination. With her friends rallying around her, she determined that nothing, not even cancer, could keep her from sharing the love of Christ with the world. Join Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez as they present one of the most remarkable testimonies you'll ever hear on this episode of Honestly, Thought: Real Talk. Real Life. Real Faith. If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcas...
Nov 29, 2021•28 min
When the doctors told Amy Koch that she had an aggressive form of cancer, she knew she had two choices: despair or determination. With her friends rallying around her, she determined that nothing, not even cancer, could keep her from sharing the love of Christ with the world. Join Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez as they present one of the most remarkable testimonies you'll ever hear on this episode of Honestly, Thought: Real Talk. Real Life. Real Faith. If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcas...
Nov 22, 2021•36 min
When the doctors told Amy Koch that she had an aggressive form of cancer, she knew she had two choices: despair or determination. With her friends rallying around her, she determined that nothing, not even cancer, could keep her from sharing the love of Christ with the world. Join Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez as they present one of the most remarkable testimonies you'll ever hear on this episode of Honestly, Though: Real Talk. Real Life. Real Faith. If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast...
Nov 15, 2021•34 min
The Bible is clear about good and evil. But is there anything in between? Are ghosts real? Are there neutral spirits? Demonologist Janet Warren joins Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to offer a biblical view of the paranormal and parapsychology. Find Dr. Warren's books here: https://www.amazon.com/Cleansing-Cosmos-Janet-Warren/dp/1498264670 Find Dr. Warren on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/janet.warren.585 If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast will you please rate, subscribe, and s...
Nov 08, 2021•44 min
What happens at the moment we die? Do we go to heaven? Somewhere else? In part two of a mini-series on spirituality and the spiritual realm, Dr. Michael Svigel, professor of theological studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, sits down with Rebecca and Liz to discuss Christianity's biggest misconceptions and why the real story is far better than our imaginations. If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast will you please rate, subscribe, and share with your friends? And you can connect with Rebec...
Nov 01, 2021•39 min
He reached a million people every week on Telling the Truth with the Briscoes. His Texas Mega-Church grew exponentially under his leadership. Then, Pete Briscoe and his wife, Libby, sold their home and moved into a 357 square foot RV. Pete sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to discuss his decision to "grow small." Follow Pete at @PeteBriscoe on Twitter or https://www.petebriscoe.org/ . If you enjoy the Honestly, Though podcast will you please rate, subscribe, and share with your fr...
Oct 18, 2021•41 min
Robert Borelli grew up on the streets of Brooklyn, New York during the Gambino Crime Family's reign. He found himself in prison facing over 130 charges, including murder. Find out what happened when, in his words, he was "given an offer he couldn't refuse." Do you enjoy "Honestly, Though?" Would you consider subscribing, rating, and sharing it with others? Also, be sure to keep up with us on social media! Join the conversation! Find Rebecca and Liz Rodriguez here: Twitter: @RebeccaACarrell ; @li...
Oct 11, 2021•47 min
Author, speaker, and teacher Lisa Whittle sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to talk about redefining “good.” Oftentimes, the good thing is the hardest thing. Find out more about Lisa Whittle and her latest book, The Hard Good, at https://lisawhittle.com/ . Find Rebecca Carrell at https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ , on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/RebeccaAshbrookCarrell , on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/rebeccacarrell/ and twitter at https://twitter.com/RebeccaACarr...
Oct 05, 2021•33 min
