Let's admit it, most of us are pretty easily distracted. If we're breathing, there are thousands of things a day vying for our attention daily. But how do we do this? Today on the podcast our friend and author, Bob Goff walks through how to live more intentional lives. When we stop focusing on what everyone else is doing, we can stop being distracted from what God is doing. With scriptural insight and practical advice, together we'll learn to orient our lives and hold on to hope when everything ...
Jun 21, 2022•33 min
When life feels overwhelming or anxiety creeps in, our first response isn't always to turn to God's Word. But Scripture has the Truth for whatever we are facing. On today's episode, author and singer-songwriter Ellie Holcomb shares the life-changing power of memorizing Scripture and how it inspires all her music. God's Word is living and active; something we can treasure. Learn easy steps to start memorizing Scripture, and how it helps discern the difference between lies and the Truth. Plus, it ...
May 24, 2022•42 min
Have you ever struggled with a love-hate relationship with your body? As women, the world has a lot to say about our bodies. But there's a big difference between having a Kingdom perspective of ourselves rather than a worldly one. And we need to be able to recognize what the enemy says v. what God says. Author, speaker and coach Jess Connolly joins us on the podcast today and shares her personal journey to breaking free from the body shame. Friend, your value is not wrapped up in the world's def...
May 10, 2022•31 min
Does grace feel confusing sometimes? Maybe it's a word you hear thrown around so often that it can lose its meaning. Or perhaps you struggle to understand what it means for you. Get ready to learn from our new friend Melissa Kruger, an author and the Director of Women's Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition . She will walk us through what grace is, and why it's the best news we could receive for whatever we are facing today. She also shows us how we can explain the goodness of grace to the kids i...
May 03, 2022•30 min
Contentment can feel impossible to achieve, especially in a season of singleness. But if we dig into what the Bible actually says about contentment, we may find a different definition than we thought. On this episode, our friend Kendra LaGrand joins us for a conversation about finding contentment in singleness. We will discuss the feelings and struggles of being single, confusing messages from the church about singleness, practical ways to find purpose in singleness and what the Bible says about...
Apr 19, 2022•36 min
What if the most crucial step we've been missing in preparing for a difficult conversation is first understanding how to best relate to the other person? Our friend and leadership coach, Lisa Allen is back to help us understand the four conflict personality styles so we can be more self-aware and more understanding of the other person. Using Scripture as our guide, she will teach us why healthy conflict is important and how to do it better. Learn to meet the needs of the person you are talking t...
Apr 05, 2022•35 min
Motherhood and loss are two things that should not go together. Yet most of us either have experienced or know someone who has experienced infertility, a miscarriage, infant loss, or postpartum anxiety and depression. Walking through loss can leave a mother, or hopeful mother-to-be, feeling like she's alone in her struggles. So over the next three weeks, we will be joined by Proverbs 31’s biblical content specialist — author Wendy Blight — and Rachael Elmore, who is a licensed, professional coun...
Mar 22, 2022•48 min
Motherhood and loss are two things that should not go together. Yet most of us either have experienced or know someone who has experienced infertility, a miscarriage, infant loss, or postpartum anxiety and depression. Walking through loss can leave a mother, or hopeful mother-to-be, feeling like she's alone in her struggles. So over the next three weeks, we will be joined by Proverbs 31’s biblical content specialist — author Wendy Blight — and Rachael Elmore, who is a licensed, professional coun...
Mar 15, 2022•52 min
Motherhood and loss are two things that should not go together. Yet most of us either have experienced or know someone who has experienced infertility, a miscarriage, infant loss, or postpartum anxiety and depression. Walking through loss can leave a mother, or hopeful mother-to-be, feeling like she's alone in her struggles. So over the next three weeks, we will be joined by Proverbs 31’s biblical content specialist — author Wendy Blight — and Rachael Elmore, who is a licensed, professional coun...
Mar 08, 2022•41 min
Are there books of the Bible you hesitate to dive into? Sometimes they can seem boring, heavy or just plain confusing. We understand, and that's why we invited, our friend and First 5 writer Kayla Ferris to the podcast! On this episode, Kayla walks us through 8 things you might be surprised to learn from the book of Leviticus. Through this book of laws, we get to see the goodness of the Lawgiver and why God's holiness is good news for us. Understand the cultural context of why some of these laws...
Feb 15, 2022•44 min
If your schedule feels full and your soul feels weary, our friend Shae Tate has a word for you today. Using Psalm 103:1-5 as our guide, Shae shows us the power that comes from remembering the Truth of God's word so we can live that Truth and pass it along to those around us in need. Together we can leave this episode saying, "God has not forgotten me, so I will not forget His promises to me." Get out your journal, friends, because you'll want to keep your notes from this one. Related Resources: ...
Feb 08, 2022•35 min
We've got some good news for you: It's not your job to make everyone happy! Have you ever said "yes" when you knew you should have said "no"? Maybe you've gotten caught in the trap of people-pleasing. When we find ourselves feeling afraid to disappoint or upset the people we love, it's time to look at what's driving those fears. In this practical and honest episode, author and speaker Karen Ehman will show us what the Bible says about people-pleasing. Addressing different seasons and relationshi...
Jan 25, 2022•36 min
The excitement of a new year means new goals to look forward to tackling ... but why is it so easy to find ourselves in the same old cycle of restarting after just a few weeks? Maybe there's a way to break the cycle. What if it's not about finding a new "how to" method, but it's about finding a new "want to" motivation? In this chapter of her book I'll Start Again Monday, Lysa TerKeurst shares the one choice she made that changed her heart and attitude about being healthy. Learn to break the cyc...
Jan 11, 2022•15 min
Sometimes God's protection comes in packages that don't feel like protection. The Bible says Jesus has overcome the world. But what about when it doesn't feel like it right now, in this situation? On this episode of the podcast, Lysa TerKeurst and Dr. Joel Muddamalle will walk through places in Scripture that show us the unlikely places where Jesus' protection is actually present. We'll learn that just because we can't see what God is doing, does not mean He is not working. Just because we feel ...
Dec 02, 2021•39 min
When we really love our people, we go above and beyond to show them we care. But sometimes, loving and serving others isn't easy, especially when it seems like we are the one putting the majority of the effort into the relationship. But ... are we really understanding or appreciating the way others might be loving or serving us back, in their own unique way? Today on the Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast, our friend Amanda Bacon shares the three problems we face when our expectations aren't met, an...
Nov 23, 2021•35 min
Disclaimer: We want to be mindful of all listeners when we discuss a topic that may be triggering to some, or not age appropriate for children. In this episode, we will be talking about the realities of addiction. Please see our related resources below for additional tools on this topic. What does it mean to live full and walk free in a world where temptations are on every corner? So often our humanity gets in the way of who we are in Christ, and leads us down paths we don't want to be on. On th...
Nov 09, 2021•44 min
Deep down, do we really believe that God is worthy of our trust? We learn of God's holiness in the Bible and sing about it in songs and hymns, but have we let that knowledge inform our faith? On this episode of the podcast, author, teacher and speaker Jackie Hill Perry will teach us what holiness is, what it isn't and why it's the foundation for our trust in God. Related Resources: Make sure you order a copy of Jackie's new book: Holier Than Thou: How God’s Holiness Helps Us Trust Him . In these...
Oct 26, 2021•32 min
Do you doubt if you can really handle it all? The headlines are disheartening; routines we just set seem like they'll be disrupted (again) at any moment and life seems so very unpredictable. When your world seems to be spinning out of control, fear will tell you it's easier to hide from it all rather than face it. On this episode of the podcast, our dear friend — pastor Max Lucado — walks us through the book of Esther to show us that despite how we feel, we were made for this moment. Made to par...
Oct 05, 2021•43 min
Chances are, your life hasn't turned out the way you thought it would. Maybe you've gone through seasons of brokenness that made you scratch your head and wonder, Why is this happening to me ? Lysa TerKeurst deeply understands how that feels. But in her study of the Beatitudes in Matthew 5, she found a new way to look at brokenness: as something that makes us all more relatable, more trustworthy and ultimately more like Christ. What if being blessed actually looks more like being broken? This is...
Sep 21, 2021•46 min
How do we anchor ourselves in Truth when we wake up to a world full of divided opinions each day? What voices do we listen to, and what resources do we trust? On this episode of the podcast, our friend and First 5 writer Kayla Ferris walks us through three steps to navigating a world of divided opinions from the book of Colossians. Together we'll not only learn the practical ways to find the answers we're looking for, but we'll also dig deep into how to prioritize loving others well instead of f...
Sep 07, 2021•36 min
The pressure moms face today is paralyzing. And often, it just feels like too much. We feel stuck between fear and worry, trying our best each day to make sure our kids turn out OK. But there's good news, friend: We can trade that overwhelming pressure for rest in God’s promises. On this episode, Jeannie Cunnion, author and mother of five, shows us how to rely on God’s sovereignty, understand our roles as moms and let go of the weight of all we are carrying. Breathe deep, sweet friend. We're in ...
Aug 24, 2021•37 min
Who were you before anyone told you who you were supposed to be? On this episode of the podcast, author and speaker Jo Saxton will teach you how to exchange the labels you've been given and those you put on yourself with the labels God has given you. With guided questions to help you determine what false labels you have placed on yourself, you'll learn to walk forward into who God made you to be so you can pursue the dreams He has put inside of you. Related Resources: Your life is crazy, but you...
Aug 17, 2021•35 min
Are you ever flipping through your Bible and passing books in the Old Testament, wondering, “What is this book even about?” or “How is this Old Testament book relevant today?” or "Does it matter if I skip over it?" We’ve been there, too, friend. On this episode of the podcast, our Director of Theological Research, Joel Muddamalle, is going to give insight into the book of Habakkuk, why it matters, what it tells us about Jesus, and how we are supposed to read and apply it to our lives today. Rela...
Jul 20, 2021•27 min
Who actually wants to talk about death? We know it applies to everyone, but what if talking about it doesn't have to feel so dark and depressing? Join Lysa TerKeurst and Joel Muddamalle, our Director of Theological Research, as they give us an introduction to consider what the Bible says about death and dying. This episode of the podcast will help you navigate conversations, wrestle with your fears and process your hurts using hope-filled Truth from God’s Word. Click the links below to access th...
Jul 06, 2021•37 min
As a parent, do you ever wonder what's going on in your child’s mind? Maybe you’re worrying, or even grieving, over the thoughts your child seems to be struggling with? Maybe they're only little and they still have you wondering: How did you come up with that? Why would you think that? Or perhaps they’re tween-aged or teen-aged and they’ve really got you concerned. Our friend and author Lisa Jacobson knows these feelings all too well, and today on the podcast, she's going to unpack how we can he...
Jun 22, 2021•36 min
Do your thoughts feel out of control? Pastor Craig Groeschel personally understands the daily battle against self-doubt and negative thinking, and he wrote about it in his most recent book, titled Winning the War in Your Mind: Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life . In this episode, you'll hear a conversation with Lysa TerKeurst and Pastor Craig, and you'll learn practical ways to identify the thought patterns that lead to negative behaviors, and how to replace them with the Truth of God’s Word...
Jun 15, 2021•42 min
Our thoughts are affecting us more than we know. What we think determines how we live. And we have a choice to renew our minds. While it may feel impossible to change the thoughts we have in our heads, there is a way. Join our friend Jennie Allen as she teaches us what it looks like to fight back the lies that live in our head. There are weapons God has given us to stop the spiral of toxic thinking. Grab a pen and paper because you’re going to want to take notes on this episode! Related Resource...
Jun 08, 2021•33 min
When we feel like our circumstances are just too much, it's easy to feel alone in our pain and believe God is distant. We wonder if He really understands the burdens we carry when we wake up to another day of uncertainty, hardship or pain. Friend, there's good news: Jesus does understand. On this episode of the podcast, we have a conversation with Lysa TerKeurst about the humanity of Jesus and what that means for us. Through the books of Mark and Hebrews, we discuss how Jesus handled hardships a...
May 25, 2021•37 min
It's easy to see how quickly social media can go from a fun tool we use to connect with friends, to a comparison trap we fall into without even recognizing it. So what's the trigger that trips us up and makes us fall into the comparison trap? On this episode of the podcast, our friend Pastor Rob Singleton unpacks the key reason why we fall into the comparison trap: Our hearts are out of alignment. When we focus on what others think of us, or how we're measuring up to someone else's standard, we'...
May 18, 2021•39 min
Where do you seek love and approval? Is it based on what someone says (or doesn't say) to you? Your latest big win in your job, getting invited to that event, or if your kids are behaving well today? When being loved or approved rises and falls based on others, it's easy to forget our true source of love and approval already comes from Jesus. Today our friend and author, Lynn Cowell, reminds us that Jesus pours His love out on us, and shares how we can live with love and approval from Christ, no...
May 11, 2021•39 min
