The Center for Change reports that young girls view between 400 and 600 images a day. The average woman has at least one "body-hatred" thought a day, and a recent survey shows that less than 2% of women worldwide would describe themselves as beautiful. Melissa Johnson, licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Spiritual Director, and author of Soul Deep Beauty , sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to talk about the lies woven through the diet, health, and beauty industry and how marke...
Jul 10, 2023•59 min
The author of the Proverbs wrote that the fear of the Lord is both the beginning of wisdom and of knowledge. When the prophets of old saw the glory of the Lord, they fell on their face as though dead. Yet John wrote that "Perfect love casts out fear." So what does it mean to fear the Lord, and how do we balance that with God's grace? Listen in on this week's episode of Honestly, Though, as Rebecca, Nika, and Liz wrestle with what it means to have a healthy fear of the Lord, and why it should lea...
Jul 03, 2023•58 min
Ten months ago, our sweet Liz went to a doctor's appointment that led to some frightening diagnoses and months of appointments. Now, sixty-five pounds lighter, she opens up about the psychological toll of losing weight and navigating people's well-intended (but often hurtful) reactions. If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though ? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach out to us pers...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Ten years ago, Kate Boyd left for the mission field and came face-to-face with Jesus. The problem was that he looked nothing like the picture of Jesus her church had painted. Now, after a long journey of deconstructing and reconstructing, Kate walks with the wounded, the wandering, and the doubters to help them rebuild their faith from the ground up. Find Kate's book, An Untidy Faith: Journeying Back to the Joy of Finding Jesus HERE . Follow Kate Boyd HERE . Resources : Find How to Think: A Surv...
Jun 19, 2023•54 min
What would compel a midwestern girl to leave a life of comfort and ease to move to one of the world's most poverty-stricken areas? Jesus. Nicki Armand thought she was going to Chad, Africa, to visit some friends. Little did she know that the Lord had other plans. Join us on this week's episode as Nicki sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to talk about life on the frontlines and how God is drawing his people to himself. Nicki serves in Chad, Africa and has been walking alongside Chri...
Jun 12, 2023•51 min
While the debate about women's roles in the church rages on, Dr. Nijay Gupta, Professor at Northern Seminary, sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding to comb through some of the prominent women of the Bible to chat about how they served the Lord and what it means for the church today. Nijay Gupta (DPhil, University of Durham) has written several academic books including A Beginner’s Guide to New Testament Studies, Paul and the Language of Faith, 15 New Testament Words of Life, and Tell...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Over two-thirds of children report a traumatic event by the time they reach sixteen. What are the signs, and how can we help them? Dr. Jerry Lawrence of Dallas Theological Seminary sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to discuss finding a way forward when your child has been traumatized. If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though ? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach o...
May 29, 2023•42 min
We live in a state of hyper-connected disconnect that never stops or slows down. This week on Honestly, Though, Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding sit down with Reverend Dr. Laura Murray to talk about play, hospitality, and the spiritual practice of slowness. Find Dr. Murray at https://laurabmurray.com/ Suggested Resources : The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again , Catherine Price. https://tinyurl.com/24ndvxpt If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Tho...
May 22, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Who were the Pharisees and what was their problem with Jesus? Were they really the "bad guys" or is there more to the story? Northern Seminary Professor Dr. Scot McKnight sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding to discuss the world of the New Testament and what the Pharisees actually represented. Find out more about Dr. Scot McKnight and his books here: https://www.seminary.edu/faculty/scot-mcknight/ Find him on Twitter at @scotmcknight If you enjoy the show, would you please consider ...
May 15, 2023•51 min
While many see Mother's Day as a cause for celebration, many others want to crawl under the covers and stay buried. Dr. Julie Shannon joins Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to share her journey of infertility and childlessness, and how God has ministered to her through her deepest pain. Dr. Julie Shannon equips individuals and communities to engage in practical compassion for the realities of life. She utilizes speaking and writing to inspire others with real talk on real-life issues like infer...
May 08, 2023•1 hr
Open AI released ChatGPT in November 2022 acknowledging that they had no idea what the implications could be. Elon Musk famously said, "With artificial intelligence, we're summoning the demon." Renowned scholar and theologian Dr. Darrell Bock of Dallas Theological Seminary sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to talk about the technology's possibilities, and the psychological implications of our ever-increasing dependence on screens. Learn more about Darrell Bock and his work on cult...
May 01, 2023•51 min
Oftentimes, we view children's ministry as a launch pad for "real ministry," but Bible teacher and podcaster Patty Parker says nothing could be further from the truth. Children's ministry reaches kids during their most formative years. Patty sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding to discuss simple ways to cultivate a love for Jesus and the Bible in children. Patty Parker writes with brilliance and beauty, weaving words and ideas together as only a skilled artisan can. Follow Patty at ...
Apr 24, 2023•50 min
Over the past five years, devastating reports of abuse have surfaced within the institution millions of people trust the most—the Church. How does this happen and what can we do? Boz Tchividjian, Billy Graham's grandson, sits down with Nika Spaulding and Rebecca Carrell to talk about red flags and redemption. To reach Boz Tchividjian, go to to https://bozlawpa.com/ To purchase When Narcissism Comes to Church , click here: https://www.amazon.com/When-Narcissism-Comes-Church-Community/dp/083084159...
Apr 17, 2023•49 min
Imagine living in a place where gold is so common that it replaces concrete for streets. Or the most precious gems on earth are so accessible that they adorn the city gates. This is how Scripture describes the place where we'll spend eternity. On this episode of Honestly, Though, Rebecca Carrell, Liz Rodriguez. and Nika Spaulding discuss how our eternal destination should affect the way we live today. If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though ? Those ...
Apr 10, 2023•43 min
Dr. Wayne Braudrick's son received a life-altering diagnosis at age nineteen. This week on Honestly, Though, he sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to discuss navigating life with paranoid schizophrenia and God's faithfulness in the midst of chaos. Listen to Dr. Wayne Braudrick's teaching program, All the Difference, at https://allthedifference.us/ If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though ? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUni...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Americans spent $49 Billion dollars last year—in the midst of a recession—on anti-aging products and cosmetic procedures. Scripture, however, describes old age as a gift and gray hair as a crown. Jen Wilkin sits down with Nika Spaulding and Rebecca Carrell to talk about a healthy posture toward aging and a deeper appreciation for the older generations. Find Jen Wilkin at: https://www.jenwilkin.net/about Listen to Knowing Faith on all podcast platforms. If you enjoy the show, would you please con...
Mar 27, 2023•55 min
At the tender age of thirteen, Jessica Harris accidentally stumbled across pornography while researching for a school paper. That incident opened a rabbit hole from which Jessica would not emerge for nearly a decade. Today, she shares her freedom story and encourages strugglers to lean into Christ and community—our only hope of escaping shame. Find Jessica's books and blogs here: https://beggarsdaughter.com/about/ Find Jessica on social media: IG: @beggarsdaughter; FB: https://www.facebook.com/B...
Mar 20, 2023•52 min
Does God elevate men above women? Did Paul exclude women in ministry? And why does God adopt us as "sons" and not "children?" A cursory look through many biblical translations seems to suggest that's the case. Heather Hart of Heather Hart Writes sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding to discuss the world of the first century and how the Bible's original audience heard Paul's letters. Find Heather at https://heatherhartwrites.com/ and on IG at @heatherhart_01 Read Heather's article, Re...
Mar 06, 2023•52 min
In a world that celebrates position, possession, and power, Seana Scott joins the podcast to remind us that washing dishes, changing diapers, and writing expense reports are great in the eyes of the Lord. Join us for a powerful conversation as we redefine success in Kingdom terms. Seana Scott hosts and produces the Well Soul Podcast: a refreshing sip of Living Water for your parched and thirsty soul. Listen to the Well Soul Podcast on all podcast platforms or at https://wellsoulpodcast.com/ Find...
Feb 27, 2023•53 min
Is hell real? if it's real, what is it? A place? An idea? A power at work in the world/ If it's a place, where is it? And how could a good God send people to hell? Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding invite Joshua Ryan Butler, author of The Skeletons in God's Closet , to sit down for an in-depth conversation about one of the most controversial aspects of the Christian faith. Read more about Josh and his books here: https://joshuaryanbutler.com/ Purchase The Skeletons in God's Closet here: https:/...
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Jillian Benfield was a successful television news anchor and journalist when her world came crashing down through a phone call. Learning that her son had Down Syndrome caused her and her husband to rethink everything they thought they knew about God, life, and worth. Today, she advocates not only for her son's inclusion, but for all who have a condition that places them on society's "fringe." Join Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez for a poignant and powerful discussion on navigating the unexpect...
Feb 13, 2023•42 min
No one makes it through life without scars, and scars wrought from shame can take years to heal. Whether you carry shame from past mistakes or from things others have done to you, Jesus can set you free. Join Rebecca Carrell, Liz Rodriguez, and guest Christian Williams as they take a close look at the origins of shame in Genesis and walk through the shame-detangling process. Connect with Christian Williams : Instagram: @thecw1990; @gracedthough Twitter: @thecw1990 Podcasts : Bad Seminarians ( ht...
Feb 06, 2023•55 min
No matter how old we are, something is always forming or shaping us, and unless we are intentional, we are conforming to the world around us. But the Apostle Paul said, "Do not be conformed to the patterns of this world. Rather, be transformed by the renewing of your mind." So how do we renew our minds? Join Rebecca Carrell, Liz Rodriguez, and Nika Spaulding as they discuss healthy rhythms for spiritual transformation. If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestl...
Jan 30, 2023•51 min
A "staggering number of Americans" are reporting anxiety, fear, and frustration, according to the most recent Harris poll, largely due to inflation, civil unrest, and violence. And yet Jesus promised his followers peace, regardless of circumstances. Author and podcast Jodie Niznik sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding to talk about corralling our anxious thoughts with "Lectio Divina"—a monastic practice of Scripture meditation. To keep up with Jodie Niznik, visit http://www.jodienizn...
Jan 23, 2023•48 min
Ask ten different pastors if a woman can lead in church, and chances are you will get ten different answers. So what does the Bible have to say about it and what did the earliest churches believe? How did Jesus relate to women and what role did they play in his ministry? Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding sit down with Dr. Sue Edwards and Kelley Mathews to discuss their latest book, "40 Questions About Women in Ministry" and delve into one of the most divisive topics in Christian circles today. ...
Jan 16, 2023•53 min
In 1997, Josh Harris wrote and released a book called I Kissed Dating Goodbye. The book quickly became a best seller, and purity culture was born.Liefway Christian Booksellers produced True Love Waits —a program primarily designed to teach teens the biblical path to marriage. The program, however, produced unintentional results. Dr. Sandra Glahn of Dallas Theological Seminary sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez to talk about the ramifications of purity culture on women and how to re...
Jan 09, 2023•52 min
What are you saying goodbye to in 2022? What do you hope for in 2023? Nika Spaulding, Liz Rodriguez, and Rebecca Carrell discuss what God taught them in 2022, their dreams for the new year, and their prayers for YOU as you turn the page on your calendar. If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though ? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach out to us personally to join the conversation o...
Jan 02, 2023•54 min
Remember the way Christmas inspired a deep sense of wonder when you were a child? What if you could recapture that as an adult? Rebecca, Liz, and Nika discuss what it means to have childlike wonder and circumstance-proof joy this Christmas. If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though ? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach out to us personally to join the conversation on the followin...
Dec 19, 2022•47 min
Cynthia Yanof's kids span fourteen years—from a 20-year-old sophomore in college to a six-year-old kindergartner. This week on Honestly, Though, Cynthia shares four things she's learned as the "oldest mom on the playground." Find Cynthia at https://cynthiayanof.com/ and be sure to check out the Pardon the Mess Podcast. See Cynthia's latest contribution to the Today Show's website: https://community.today.com/user/jill-jefferson If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewin...
Dec 12, 2022•38 min
Luke's Gospel holds the honorific title of the longest gospel account. The ancient historian, more than any other gospel author, highlighted Jesus' humanity. Luke captures Jesus' heart for the outsider and his respect for and inclusion of women. Dr. Sandra Glahn, prolific author and Dallas Theological Seminary Professor, sits down with Rebecca and Liz to share some lessons she learned while writing her latest Bible study in the Coffee Cup Bible Study Series, Latte With Luke. Dr. Sandra Glahn blo...
Dec 05, 2022•39 min
