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The Girl Defined Show

Bethany Beal and Kristen Clark www.girldefined.com

What is God’s design for women? In a world that is constantly redefining our worth and identity, we need to know that the only one who can define us is the One who designed us. The Girl Defined Show is for Christian girls everywhere, offering a distinctly God-centered view of beauty, femininity, identity, and worth. Join Kristen and Bethany every Monday for a hope-filled, counter-cultural, and totally down-to-earth conversation about God’s radically better vision for femininity. 

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Is He a Godly Guy or Smooth Talker? How to Tell the Difference

Send us a text Marrying a man of godly character sounds amazing... but how can you know if he’s actually walking the walk — not just talking the talk? You need more than good vibes and sweet words. You need real answers to questions like: “What kind of character does this guy really have?” “Where does his heart stand when it comes to God’s Word?” “Is his love for the Lord visible in his daily actions?” “Does he truly live with Scripture as the highest authority in his life?” In today’s episode, ...

Jun 09, 202544 minEp. 208

How to Spot the Legalism Hiding in “Godly” Womanhood w/ Leslie Ludy

Send us a text Is it possible to pursue godly femininity without getting tangled in legalism, fear, or performance-driven faith? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with best-selling author and speaker Leslie Ludy to unpack the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) ways legalism can creep into conservative Christian womanhood. We talk about the pressure to "look the part," the danger of equating holiness with a lifestyle checklist, and how to break free from rule-based faith and walk in true ...

May 28, 202539 minEp. 207

Cosmo Lied to You: The Truth About Sex, Identity, and God’s Design for Women

Send us a text You’ve seen the headlines: “Her Wildest Night Yet!” or “10 Secrets to Epic Pleasure.” Cosmo and other mainstream magazines have been feeding women these so-called empowering stories for decades. But what if those stories aren’t even real? What if they're simply propaganda? In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the glossy lies and exposing how these narratives are shaping our view of sex, identity, and womanhood—and not for the better. God’s design for womanhood isn’t ...

May 20, 202519 minEp. 206

Masculine & Feminine by Design: The Biblical Breakdown - Part 2

Send us a text We’re constantly told men and women are the same — just interchangeable parts in a genderless machine. But is that actually true…? What if gender roles aren’t sexist, but sacred? What if God meant for men to surge with testosterone and for women to overflow with estrogen? What if wombs and muscles weren’t random, but radically intentional? According to Scripture, the differences between men and women aren’t outdated — they’re divine. And they hold the key to understanding who we r...

May 14, 202521 minEp. 205

Masculine & Feminine by Design: The Biblical Breakdown - Part 1

Send us a text We’re constantly told men and women are the same — just interchangeable parts in a genderless machine. But is that actually true… or just cultural noise? What if gender roles aren’t sexist, but sacred? What if God meant for men to surge with testosterone and for women to overflow with estrogen? What if wombs and muscles weren’t random, but radically intentional? According to Scripture, the differences between men and women aren’t outdated — they’re divine. And they hold the key to...

Apr 30, 202523 minEp. 204

Breaking the Porn Cycle and Finding Authentic Intimacy Instead w/ Dr. Joy Skarka

Send us a text Women struggle with porn too. Have you ever experienced the fear and shame that follows the vortex of graphic movies, erotica, promiscuity, or porn sites? You may think you’re alone and feel like hiding. But you’re not alone—and there is hope and healing. We are all sexually broken. And we are all invited to participate in the love, forgiveness, and healing of Jesus. The great joy and passion of Dr. Joy Skarka is calling women to God’s gracious power of redemption. Today we're cha...

Apr 22, 202527 minEp. 203

Practical Tips for Embracing Purity in a Dating Relationship

Send us a text Let’s be honest—pursuing purity while dating someone you’re seriously into can feel next to impossible . The butterflies are real, the chemistry is strong, and suddenly you’re wondering... is kissing too far? What about cuddling on the couch? Holding hands? Where's the line?! Navigating physical boundaries in a dating relationship isn’t always black and white—and it can be so confusing. But here’s the thing: honoring God and each other is totally possible, even when the sparks are...

Apr 08, 202518 minEp. 202

Pursuing Crunchy Wellness as a Christian Mom w/ Elizabeth Parsons (of Purely Parsons)

Send us a text Can you be fully "crunchy" while staying fully committed to Christ? Is there such a thing as being too crunchy? How do we juggle our health goals without losing sight of our faith? Elizabeth Parsons is here to help us navigate this balance. As a popular "crunchy" mom and passionate Christian, Elizabeth shares her wisdom on how to live out both wellness and faith without compromise. If you're already following Elizabeth and her brand, Purely Parsons , you know her down-to-earth, re...

Mar 31, 202534 minEp. 201

An Honest Conversation About Saving Sex for Marriage

Send us a text Is saving sex for marriage really worth it? Will the wedding night be totally awkward if we don’t "practice" first? And what about sexual compatibility—doesn’t that matter?? We’re two Christian sisters who made the choice to wait until marriage, and trust us—we’ve heard all the questions (and plenty of skeptical comments). So let’s have an open, honest, and totally unfiltered conversation about it. After 6 and 14 years of marriage, do we regret waiting? If we could go back, would ...

Mar 21, 202517 minEp. 200

Should Christian Girls Send Nude Photos?

Send us a text It seems like everyone is sending nude photos these days...even Christians. So what's the big deal? Isn't it good for me to keep a little spice in my dating relationship? What about the fact that I'm engaged and going to marry this guy? What's the harm anyway? Sex, Purity, and the Longings of a Girl's Heart Support the show RESOURCES: Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan for Fearless Femininity Love Defined: Embracing God's Vision for Lasting Love and Satisfying Relationships Sex...

Mar 13, 202515 minEp. 199

4 Things Every Christian Girl Needs to Know Before Getting Married

Send us a text On a scale of one to ten, how prepared do you think you are for marriage? Seriously. Most women who get marriage look back on their single years and WISH they had done more to prepare for being a wife. So...why not get prepared? Here are four things you can do right now to begin preparing for married life. LOVE DEFINED BOOK 170 QUESTIONS TO ASK IN A RELATIONSHIP Support the show RESOURCES: Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan for Fearless Femininity Love Defined: Embracing God's ...

Mar 07, 202515 minEp. 198

Our Best and Worst Valentine's Days EVER (in Singleness and Marriage)

Send us a text Ep. 197 - This is a replay. Let's be honest. Valentine's Day isn't always what it's cracked up to be. Regardless of what we see on the Hallmark Channel, rarely do things turn out that perfectly. In singleness, we often feel bummed because we don't have that special someone. Then in marriage, we often feel bummed because our special day isn't turning out to be as romantic as we'd imagined! We can attest to feeling both of these ways. In today's episode, we're going to spill the bea...

Feb 14, 202528 minEp. 197

Why Christian Women Should be Beautiful but not Seductive | REACTION

Send us a text God created women be beautiful AND to posses the allure of feminine seduction. But beauty and seduction are not the same thing. In our celebrity society today, beauty and seduction have become synonymous. In this episode, Kristen and Bethany react LIVE to their 2016 video about this topic and share honestly where they stand today. NEW BOOK - MADE TO BE SHE FREE BOOK - Battling Sexual Temptation: A Biblical Toolkit for Christian Girls MUST READ - Sex, Purity and the Longings of a G...

Jan 15, 202529 minEp. 196

Why Sex is a Huge Disappointment for Many Christian Women

Send us a text Ep 195 - Many conservative Christian women saved sex for marriage only to wake up on the other side of their honeymoon feeling disappointed and disillusioned. What happened? Why is sex such a huge disappointment to many Christian women? Take a deep dive with us on all things sex, intimacy, orgasm and how to make it GREAT. NEW BOOK - MADE TO BE SHE Support the show RESOURCES: Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan for Fearless Femininity Love Defined: Embracing God's Vision for Last...

Dec 09, 202429 minEp. 195

Modesty Used to RULE our Lives...Here's Why it No Longer Does

Send us a text 194 - Modesty used to be a foundational topic here at Girl Defined. We become known as the "modesty ministry." Looking back, here's what we got right and wrong about Christian modesty. NEW BOOK - MADE TO BE SHE Support the show RESOURCES: Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan for Fearless Femininity Love Defined: Embracing God's Vision for Lasting Love and Satisfying Relationships Sex, Purity and the Longings of a Girl's Heart Support the Show FOLLOW US: JOIN US ON PATREON GirlDef...

Nov 20, 202427 minEp. 194

Protesting Against Men isn’t the Answer to Women’s Happiness

Send us a text Today is the release of our newest book, "Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan for Fearless Femininity." Fighting men won't solve the deepest longings of a woman's heart. Turning to Christ and finding your complete identity in Him is the answer. NEW BOOK - MADE TO BE SHE Support the show RESOURCES: Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan for Fearless Femininity Love Defined: Embracing God's Vision for Lasting Love and Satisfying Relationships Sex, Purity and the Longings of a Girl'...

Nov 12, 20246 min

Liberal Women are Refusing to Have Sex with Men

Send us a text Ep. 193 - Liberal women have been in full on panic mode since Donald Trump was elected President of the United States. Many of these women are refusing to date men, have sex with men, get pregnant or have babies. They are in full on strike against men. What exactly will this plan accomplish? Let's find out. MADE TO BE SHE ---> PRE ORDER BONUSES NEW BOOK: "Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan for Fearless Femininity" Support the show RESOURCES: Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's ...

Nov 08, 202417 minEp. 193

Answering Your Guys Questions | Girl Defined Reacts

Send us a text Ep 192 - What's a good age to start dating? What is the purpose of a romantic relationship? These are some of the questions we answered in our 2016 YouTube video titled, "Answering Your Guy Questions About Dating, Bad Relationships, and Guy Friends." And today, we're looking back and reacting to this content for the FIRST time. How do we feel NOW about what we said THEN? GRAB "Made to Be She" and get your FREEBIES PRE ORDER BONUSES NEW BOOK: "Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan ...

Oct 31, 202429 minEp. 192

Is Gender a Personal Choice? | Girl Defined Reacts

Send us a text Ep. 191 - The issue of gender has exploded over the past few years. Can a man become a woman? Can a woman become a man? Should we support the trans movement? In today's episode, the two of us are looking back at one of our first YouTube videos ever where we ask the question, "Is Gender a Personal Choice." Here's our reaction. PRE ORDER BONUSES NEW BOOK: "Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan for Fearless Femininity" Support the show RESOURCES: Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan...

Oct 24, 202441 minEp. 191

Do We Regret Wearing Our Purity Rings?

Send us a text Ep. 190 - The two of us grew up at the height of the purity culture movement. We read the classic "I Kissed Dating Goodbye" and every other Christian book on courtship. We dated intentionally, wore our purity rings religiously and saved our kisses for marriage. Do we regret wearing our purity rings? What was the impact of purity culture in our lives? How are we going to raise our kids? Let's jump in. NEW BOOK: "Made to Be She: Reclaiming God's Plan for Fearless Femininity" Support...

Oct 16, 202443 minEp. 190

Girl Defined Reacts to their FIRST YouTube Video (Is it Okay to be Obsessed with Guys?)

Send us a text Ep 189 - We’ve had other YouTube creators reacting to us since we posted our very first official vlog/YouTube video on May 25, 2016 titled “Is it okay to be Obsessed with Guys?” I think it’s time for the two of us to react to that video ourselves. We’re going to be releasing two new YouTube videos every month where we react to our earliest / most controversial YouTube videos. We’re going to be brutally honest with ourselves (and you) and share what we still agree with and what we ...

Oct 10, 202435 minEp. 189

Kristen's Birth Story (After 12 Years of Infertility)

Send us a text After 3 miscarriages and 12 years of infertility, having a baby seemed like an impossible dream. Then, to my complete astonishment, God answered our prayer! In the summer of 2024, I gave birth to our precious daughter, Caroline Marie. Holding my daughter for the first time was a moment I will never forget. Here’s my birth story. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/8CXKWgTDTK4 KRISTEN'S PREGNANCY STORY (Ep. 180): https://youtu.be/jI9B3PRfepQ?si=dvnMGKFbI-d5xNme ZACK & KRISTEN'S ...

Sep 30, 202447 minEp. 188

Millennial Women Have Been Lied to About Marriage, Motherhood, and Work w/ Suzanne Venker

Send us a text Ep 187 - Women have been told that men are the "standard of success" and we should do what they do. In the name of "equality" of course. Women have been pulled out of their homes, rejected their fertility, and are killing themselves to get accolades from their corporate bosses. What if you've been lied to about womanhood? What if you've been sold a bill of goods? In todays' conversation, we're talking to Suzanne Venker about the TRUTH of womanhood and what actually makes for a sat...

Sep 24, 202449 minEp. 187

"My singleness feels like a punishment and why I ask guys if they’re watching porn.” w/ Alex Clark

Send us a text Ep. 186 - Alex Clark has risen to fame through her daily pop culture show, Poplitics. She's a conservative Christian woman with a deep desire to get married and start a family. Sadly, that hasn't happened yet. Despite going on dates and putting herself out there. I'm taking a deep dive into her life and asking questions like: Do you think men struggle to commit? Does singleness feel like a punishment from God? How can a woman put herself out there? Should women have higher physica...

Sep 11, 202443 minEp. 186

Is It My Fault I'm Still Single? Why aren't Guys Pursuing Me?

Send us a text Ep. 185 - You're single, but you don't want to be. You want a man. You want a leader. You want a protector. You want a LOVER. So why isn't it happening? Why hasn't God brought marriage into your life? The nagging question for many... "Is it my fault I'm still single?" In today's episode, the two of us share our own experiences and offer practical encouragement with ways you can trust God AND attract a man at the same time. MUST READ: Love Defined: Embracing God's Vision for Lastin...

Aug 29, 202436 minEp. 185

A Non-Obsessive Approach to Health, Exercise, and Body Image w/ Lainey Greer

Send us a text Ep. 184 - Modern women have been trained by culture to obsess over their bodies and everyone else's. We compare butts, boobs, curves, height and everything else. Many of us look in the mirror and cringe at what we see reflecting back. This is not okay for God's daughters. Let's discuss what it looks like to value the body God has given you and take care of it in a balanced way. Connect with Lainey Greer MUST READ: Girl Defined: God's Radical Design for Beauty, Femininity and Ident...

Aug 13, 202452 minEp. 184

"I don't want to have kids... I want to pursue my career!" w/ Catherine Segars

Send us a text Ep. 183 - Trusting God with the size of her family was something Catherine Segars NEVER imagined she would do. She was an actress pursuing a future of fame... not a SAHM. Get ready for a wild story of a woman who put radical trust in God. You are going to laugh, cry, and be convicted in ways you weren't prepared for. Let's jump in. Connect with Catherine MUST READ: Not Part of the Plan NEW - The Biblical Womanhood Bootcamp FREE BOOK - Battling Sexual Temptation: A Biblical Toolkit...

Jul 30, 20241 hrEp. 183

Are Old Testament Laws Sexist and Oppressive Toward Women? w/ Katie McCoy PhD

Send us a text 182 - Have you every read a passage in the Old Testament and thought, "What?! Does God even care about women?" If so, you're not alone. As modern Christian women it's crucial that we dig deeper to understand the context, history, and culture of what is happening in ancient Israel. As we do, we'll see that God's laws are actually FOR women. Grab Katie's Book - To Be a Woman: The Confusion Over Female Identity and How Christians Can Respond NEW - The Biblical Womanhood Bootcamp FREE...

Jul 16, 202449 minEp. 182

The Legalistic Trap of Conservative Christian Womanhood w/ Leslie Ludy

Send us a text Ep. 181 - Legalism seems to be a constant companion in many conservative Christian circles. The length of ones skirt can become more important than the character of ones heart. Leslie Ludy is joining us on The Girl Defined Show to cast a vision of what true biblical womanhood is all about. Connect with Leslie Ludy NEW - The Biblical Womanhood Bootcamp FREE BOOK - Battling Sexual Temptation: A Biblical Toolkit for Christian Girls Support the show RESOURCES: Made to Be She: Reclaimi...

Jul 01, 202439 minEp. 181

Kristen and Zack's Incredible Pregnancy Journey and Story

Send us a text Ep. 180 - Dealing with the pain of unexplained infertility is something no woman wants to go through. Kristen and Zack have experienced thirteen years of this heartbreaking diagnosis. In an incredible turn of events God worked a miracle. Kristen and Zack are expecting a baby. This is a God story. Listen in if you want to hear about God's mighty faithfulness in their lives. NEW - The Biblical Womanhood Bootcamp FREE BOOK - Battling Sexual Temptation: A Biblical Toolkit for Christia...

Jun 17, 20241 hr 18 minEp. 180
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