It's the 2024 Christmas Spectacular with Lauren and Andy!This year we are talking about traditions, a bit of Christmas history regarding the Christmas tree, how to be mindful of the whole crew (family) and reasons why we can all have a no pressure Christmas!If you want to read the Bible with us in 2025, sign up for the SPF Newsletter and get a monthly email with a Bible Reading Plan:www.sheprovesfaithful.com/newsletter Books from this episode:Crispin's Rainy Day: https://canonpress.com/produc...
Charles Spurgeon once preached "Such merry hearts have a continual feast." Where does a merry heart come from and how can we have a truly "merry" Christmas this season?But I believe as Christians, there's always a reason to celebrate and that we can cultivate a merry heart and mirth by doing two things: believing in God's promises and rejoicing and their fulfillment.The believing part makes our hearts merryAnd the rejoicing is our audible mirth.----------------------------------Patr...
A few years ago I did a faith and practice series that gave faithful tasks practical applications. We are called to be faithful to Christ as Lord and that includes living fruitful productive lives. There are many ways to go about a frutiful and productive life, and today I am sharing some tips on planning and preparing for the Holidays. It's not too late to get out that pen and paper!--------------------⭐️Don't Miss the Earthley Black Friday Sale!⭐️Get 20% site wide with code BLACKFRIDAY20Nov...
Proverbs says a good name is better than riches? A name becomes synonymous with character. What type of character is behind a good name? How do we cultivate a good name? Today I’m sharing three examples of good character that made names great and how to remain steadfast when people slander your name. ---------------------"That's a lovely idea, Diana," said Anne enthusiastically. "Living so that you beautify your name, even if it wasn't beautiful to begin with making it stand i...
William Gurnall a 17th century English clergyman said, "Sincerity enables the Christian to do two things which the hypocrite cannot -- to speak good of God, and to expect good from God." Today I am sharing more about God's decretive will and his perceptive will and three truths to meditate on when you consider the "whatever happens" in your life.Try Earthley!Do you like natural products? When you shop Earthley and use my SPF affiliate code, you support the podcast.My favorite products are the...
In 2017 I experienced a missed miscarriage. I could not find the help I needed. Where were the bullhorns shouting for my healthcare? today I'm sharing my story of how the Lord provided for me despite living in a culture steeped in virtue signaling for women. --------------Resources:Read News articles concerning abortion, politics, and culture from a Christian source: https://notthebee.com/app-search?term=abortion&default=ArticlesFor Life: Defending the Unborn: https://ezrapress.ca/pr...
This past week our city was in the direct path of Hurricane Helene, a category four storm with projected winds of 140mph. There was a lot of uncertainty surrounding the storm and aftermath. What do we do when faced with potential suffering? How can we fight the dread of what may come? Today I'm sharing truths to help us prove faithful in suffering and potential sufferings so as to live in faith and not in dread. ---------------------------------------------------Hurricane Helene Disaste...
God gives us gifts and abilities to use for his glory, and to produce a return. The gifts and abilities vary, but the task is the same and we will be held accountable. Today I am sharing three encouragements to help us be ready and be faithful to the Lord our God. Enjoying SPF?If you've been following SPF for a while and want to support the show two ways you can do it are:becoming a monthly Patreon supporter at $5 a monthleave a review encouraging others with one reason to listen to the podca...
WWJD - remember the "What Would Jesus Do" bracelets in the 90s? What happens when people wrongly assume what Jesus would do in our current culture? How can we prove faithful when people co-opt the name of Jesus to give approval to a counter-biblical worldview?THANK YOU! to all the supporters of SPF!! Without your contributions, this podcast would not keep moving forward. Thank you!Text Me!Share with me a WWJD "red flag" message, one that was trying to use Jesus to approve of a particular unbi...
A question we all need to consider is "Where is our security?" Where are we laying up our treasures and how is that impacting what we are hoping in? Today I am sharing good truth to move us away from a false security and into the unwavering hope of eternity.Check this out:Time Timer - a visual 60 minute timer: https://a.co/d/3LhNF2mWhat are we putting our hope in? What is the source of our security?Luke 12:13-211 Peter 1:3-4Lamentations 3:21-26Our security is in the resurrected Christ! Who gi...
Today I am sharing why knowing history will give you fortitude and encouragement in the current political and cultural climate plus a truth concerning birds to give you peace and hope.History Is a wise companion and counselor.Knowing history allows us to have a better frame of reference for how the Lord has worked his character, his fulfillment of promises, and allows us to draw strength instead fastness from those who have walked before us during difficult and hard times.History reminds us w...
Charles Spurgeon once preached, "You must either be overcome of evil, or you must yourself overcome evil: one of the two. You cannot let evil alone and evil will not let you alone. You must fight, and in the battle you must either conquer or be conquered." Today I am sharing the hard, yet Spirit-accomplished call to overcome evil with good. Support SPF $5 a Month: patreon.com/sheprovesfaithful.comSPF Newsletter: sheprovesfaithful.com/newsletterDo not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil wit...
What do we do when we come across an internet post targeting Christians but it seems off? Today I am walking through a post about deconstruction, what God honors, and the trajectory of two responses we can have when it comes to our questions and wrestlings. If this is your first time know that SPF exists to IDENTIFY the truth in God's Word in order to GROW a biblical Worldview so you can CULTIVATE fruitful Christian living. Today’s is a discernment episode where I break down a recen...
Today we are making sense of progressive Christianity through a parable Jesus taught plus learn something you can do to hold the line of truth in your homes.Enjoying SPF? Consider supporting at $5 a month: patreon.com/sheprovesfaithfulWant More SPF? Sign up for the SPF Newsletter! sheprovesfaithful.com/newsletter Progress? Progressive Christianity is a popular movement that seeks to progress Christianity forward rather than reforming Christianity back to Scripture. The most ...
Sometimes it's a clear the temple day and sometimes is a clear the table day. Building culture requires reformation. Reformation is the constant course correction to Scripture. Today I am sharing three things we can learn about reformation from Christ so we can be potent culture makers.NewsletterSign up for a free Bible Reading Method: sheprovesfaithful.com/newsletter Support the PodcastBecome a monthly supporter at $5 a month: patreon.com/sheprovesfaithfulShow NotesBuilding culture requires ...
Have you ever thought keeping your home clean with kids at home is like brushing your teeth while eating cookies? Or felt the temptation to avoid a project simply because of the aftermath? Proverbs 14:4 says, "Where there are no oxen, the manger is clean but abundant crops come by the strength of the ox." Messes come with progress and fruitfulness through the messiness of work. Today I am going to share about the glory of the mess as well as a bit of cleaning insight to help you with yo...
Summer is a great time to start laying foundational principles through the wisdom of the proverbs that keeps the mind focused on what is true and the hands busy with the Lord's work. And since summer often means more together time, lets grow in being hard to offend and being a productive agent of growth. New! Get the Ponder Bible Reading Method FreeSign up for the SPF Newsletter and get a free digital guide to help you go deeper in your daily Bible reading!She Proves Faithful Newsletter: shep...
Our culture constantly uses the word “inclusive” but is there a time for the Church to exclusive? What about when it comes to matter of “church discipline?” Today I am sharing how we can avoid being deceived by worldly voices when it comes to being inclusive and exclusive in the church.Sign up for the SPF Newsletter: sheprovesfaithful.com/newsletterBecome a monthly supporter of SPF Podcast: patreon.com/sheprovesfaithfulShow Notes:The purpose of church discipline is the reconciliation and rest...
Today I am addressing cultural push back I received with advice on how being a mother hampers life and confuses the value of one’s work. Plus I’m sharing how to dig deep and develop a biblical worldview on motherhood with two simple questions.Get the SPF newsletter: sheprovesfaithful.com/newsletterSupport the show $5 a month: patreon.com/sheprovesfaithfulShow Notes:Much of culture's push back to biblical values and commands is rooted in humanism, which defies the authority and purposes of God...
How do we pass on a biblical worldview to our children? Today I’m sharing two research based factors in transferring a biblical worldview to the next generation in our homes. Support $5 a month: patreon.com/sheprovesfaithfulSPF Newsletter: sheprovesfaithful.com/newsletter Show Notes: sheprovesfaithful.com/episode260Show NotesOne question I think we need to think about as Christian parents who long for our children to walk faithfully as Christians is: Are there things we can do while our child...
Hope Spencer
I'm so blessed by God to have found your podcast! I've started to play your podcast every morning! Hearing someone who loves God and is brave enough to talk about Him is such a joy to hear for me! Do you have a YouTube channel?
Lisetthe Brokke
about the socks 😀 I have a bowl with rubber bands near my washing machine. and when I put my socks in the laundry basket, I wrap a rubber band around it. so the socks stay together forever! a simple habit, and you never have to sort socks or look for socks. you're welcome 🤗😎
Erin Harris
my favorite podcast. I love the interesting life hacks at the beginning of each show. Lauren is naturally funny and enjoyable to listen to. This podcast is full of biblical truth to edify your soul and practical advice for the Christian.
Kala Hutchinson
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Shannon Ashley-Catlin
I am truly grateful God brought me to your podcast. I love listening to you every morning at work. God is doing amazing things through you. God bless.