Have you ever had the thought that a pastor’s wife is somehow more holy than you just because she’s the wife of a pastor? It’s common for people in the church to assume that the pastor’s wives know the Bible like pastors do and that they know all that is going on in the church. Kim shares the every day realities of being the wife of a pastor and the things that she struggles with because of her unique title in the church. She shares what the calling of every Christian woman is, whether they are a pastor’s wife or not. Whether you have are the wife of a pastor, a leadership role in the church, or simply faithfully attend and serve at church, this episode is for you! Know someone who would be encouraged by this episode? You should share it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
If you’ve ever heard an Ashley Furniture commercial over the radio, watched Disney’s Gummi Bears cartoon, My Little Pony, or Indiana Jones, you’ve probably heard this familiar voice. Known as the voice that raised millennials, Katie Leigh’s voice has been heard in many homes across the nation. One of the most significant roles she’s adopted has been through voicing Connie Kendall in Focus on the Family’s audio drama, Adventures in Odyssey. For nearly 40 years, she has been the voice of a big sister to so many children, teaching lasting truths and bringing biblical principles to life.In this episode, Katie talks about how she first started in the voice acting industry, how she became the beloved voice of Connie Kendall, and what it’s been like working with Focus on the Family on Adventures in Odyssey. Listen to more of Katie Leigh:Tell You Later showAdventures in Odyssey Know someone who would love to hear this episode? You should share it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
“I just spent $100, but I got a $10 reward, so I made $10.” “I paid with cash so it’s free because it’s not coming out of my bank account.“Perhaps you’ve seen the videos of people, particularly women, humorously trying to describe and justify the illogical financial decisions they make. Girl math, as it’s been coined, became a social media trend in 2023 and still remains relevant. However, there is more to the humorous social media trend than bad math and justifying unnecessary purchases. There are real reasons and studies behind why people think the way they do when it comes to spending habits. Whether you’ve seen this trend (and fall into this mindset!) or not, this episode is for you! With a background in finance and a deep passion for helping people understand money, Grant shares practical habits you can put in place so you don’t let advertisements or the so-called “discounts“ control the way you spend your money. Know someone who has seen or participated in this trend or maybe needs to make better spending decisions? You should share this episode! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
Son-in-law to Ray Comfort, author, president of the Living Waters Ministry and host of its podcast, and spokesperson on the National Bible Bee Competition, Emeal Zwayne (EZ) has a deep passion for Scripture memory. After being radically saved, he made it a personal goal to memorize the entirety of the New Testament and has memorized fourteen books already. In this episode, EZ shares how he memorizes scripture, what’s worked for him and what hasn’t, along with why every follower of Christ should make a practice of memorizing Scripture. No matter where you are in your Scripture memory journey, this episode will no doubt stir your desire to read and memorize Scripture. Resources:Living Waters PodcastEZ’s testimonyBible Memory App (Affiliate link + 20% off discount)Know someone who would be edified by this episode? You should share it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
We will all experience challenges that can either bring us closer to the Lord and shape our testimony of joy, or it can drive us away from the Lord. Rhonda has experienced many challenges in her life, some being diabetes since age 11, paralysis in her 20’s, and the loss of her eyesight 7 years ago. None of these things made her angry or bitter at God. In this episode, Rhonda shares encouragement for the person struggling to have joy and how she has a deep rooted trust and joy in Christ that lasts beyond circumstances. James 1:2-4 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.If this episode was encouraging to you, you should share it with someone! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
If you listened to the recent podcast, The Blessing of Homeschool, you would know the hot takes homeschool students have on the way they were educated growing up. Due to popular request, this episode features many similar hot takes on homeschooling, yet this time from the perspective of the educator—which in many cases is the mother. Having homeschooled her own 3 children and having co-lead a homeschool group for 16 years, Lisa is basically the expert on homeschooling. The thought of homeschooling and being the primary educator of your children can be a daunting thought for many families. Having walked through much of it herself, Lisa offers much wisdom and insight on homeschooling. I pray that this episode can be a helpful resource to anyone starting their educator journey or considering other schooling options. Know someone who would be encouraged by this episode? You should share it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
The body of Christ is commanded to serve. Each person has a part to play in the church and one of those parts is to serve the children. The children are the next generation of the church and Mrs. A chose to take on the role as the director of the children’s ministry in her local church. She’s been serving in this role for 38 years. She talks all about her love for serving, what it’s like watching children grow up and start serving, the importance of being strict when it comes to over seeing children, and so much more!Know someone who would be encouraged by this episode? You should share it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
Most people will find themselves, at some point in their life, struggling financially or feeling as though they need more money. Whether this comes from a job loss or more expenses that need to be paid, the way we respond in the midst of these circumstances is what is important. Raul and Bobbi share about how they responded and how God has used their place of being financially in need to grow them to be more like Him. If you are or have been in a similar place or you want to be better prepared you are sure to be encouraged and leave with some helpful tips!Use Bobbi’s Amazon storefront!Follow Bobbi on Instagram for small space inspo and more ways to save money!For photography or videography needs, contact Raul!Follow the Well Said Podcast on Instagram! Do you know someone who would be encouraged by this episode? You should share it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
Do homeschooled children really finish early or do they just skip assignment? And do they all love Little House on the Prairie? On this episode, five homeschool graduates talk about their experience and perspective being homeschooled and what it’s really like. They share some of the blessings that come out of being homeschooled and stories from their time in school. Whether you’re a mother thinking about homeschooling or maybe you are currently homeschooling, you will find encouragement from this episode! No matter your schooling or the way you’ve been brought up, you’re sure to enjoy the insight of this episode!Follow the Well Said Podcast on Instagram! Know someone who would enjoy this episode? You should share it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
If you missed the Confessions Of A Babysitter episode, you can listen here: On this episode, three mothers sit down to discuss what babysitters said they do when they babysit. They react to babysitters’ hiding their snacks, being scared of security cameras, if mothers want to talk to them when they come back, and so much more! The moms give so much helpful insight and advice to babysitters. If you’re a babysitter or want to start babysitting, you’ll find this episode so helpful and if you’re a mom who has babysitters you’ll be able to learn as well! Helpful Resources:Children’s storybook Bible Training Young Hearts (book series) Books that are helpful in having the language to be able to respond to children’s questions about private parts, marriage, and all the hard questions they might ask. God Made All Of Me (book series)Follow the Well Said Podcast on Instagram!If you know someone who would benefit from this episode, you should share it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
Dating has become a minefield of modern expectations and watered-down standards, especially for Christians seeking a God-honoring marriage. In this episode, Eli and Vika share both from their own experience and biblical wisdom to help couples navigate the world of dating. They offer steps on how to prepare well for dating, define its true purpose, share crucial boundaries, and encourage you on how to date successfully. Whether you are currently dating or desiring to date one day, you will find this episode both encouraging and insightful.If you enjoyed this episode and aren’t yet subscribed, what are you waiting for?! Subscribe to be notified of future episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
Have you ever felt weak and wondered what to do with that weakness, or even what its purpose is? Have you ever wrestled with the "why" behind life's detours – like the loss of a loved one, health challenges, or career setbacks? Leif and Kathy share their own journeys and how scripture answers questions like: Why does God allow us to be weak? And what should we do when we find ourselves in that place? Whether you're in a season of weakness or feeling strong, this episode offers hope and encouragement right where you are.Scriptures referenced2 Corinthians 12:9-10 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.1 Corinthians 1:27-29 But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong; God chose what is low and despised in the world, even things that are not, to bring to nothing things that are, so that no human being might boast in the presence of God.1 Corinthians 1:18 For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.Romans 8:38-39 For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.Resources: Dark Clouds Deep Mercy Stay in touch! Follow the Well Said Podcast on Instagram This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
Matt underwent a profound change when he went from effortlessly walking and running to finding his body seemingly forgetting how. Through a series of medical tests, he eventually received the devastating diagnosis of ALS. The decline of his health has required immense changes for both Matt and his wife, Carol, impacting their lifestyle in profound ways. Yet, it is through this very suffering that their faith has grown stronger, and they share the unwavering hope they find in Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.James 1:2-4 Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.Know someone who would be encouraged by Matt and Carol’s testimony? You should share it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
The desire for parenthood is a good and godly desire, yet so many families find themselves in a position of having a hard time conceiving or staying pregnant. Tiffany and Allen share their story of infertility, what caused it, what they did to get pregnant, and the emotions they felt during their infertility journey. This road what not an easy one for them, but they talk about how they grew their faith and love for one another when things became challenging. Whether you struggle with infertility or you know someone who does this podcast is for you! You will find encouragement and wisdom from all that Tiffany and Allen share. Know someone who would be encouraged by this episode? Share the podcast! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
We weren’t created to go through life without the wisdom and insight of older and wiser counsel. Becca shares about her relationship with her mentor and how that relationship has blessed and influenced the way she makes decisions. She offers advice to the person being mentored on how to gain the most from their mentor’s wisdom as well as what not to do. Resources: Outdated (book) Equipped To Love (book) Verses: Titus 2:1-8 (ESV) But as for you, teach what accords with sound doctrine. Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness. Older women likewise are to be reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves to much wine. They are to teach what is good, and so train the young women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled, pure, working at home, kind, and submissive to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be reviled. Likewise, urge the younger men to be self-controlled. Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us. 2 Corinthians 8:13-15 For I do not mean that others should be eased and you burdened, but that as a matter of fairness your abundance at the present time should supply their need, so that their abundance may supply your need, that there may be fairness. As it is written, “Whoever gathered much had nothing left over, and whoever gathered little had no lack.”2 Corinthians 8:13 commentaryDo you or how you been mentored by anyone? If so, how has it blessed you? If not, what are your hesitations to not seek mentorship? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
Marriage can be a very talked about subject, but there can also be misleading and unbiblical advice given. Steve and Sheryl use their 30+ years of marriage experience, and biblical wisdom to answer some of the most asked questions about marriage and preparing for marriage. They share everything from preventing an unhappy marriage to the secret to a lasting marriage. And for the those who aren’t yet married, there is still so much wisdom to be gleaned from. Do you someone who would benefit from the wisdom that Steve and Sheryl shared? Share the episode! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
Wether you’re a fellow babysitter or a parent who employs babysitters, this podcast is for you! As a babysitter you may realize that you’re not the only one who does the things you do. As a parent you might find out somethings your babysitter won’t tell you. Amanda, Lilly, Emily, Bella, and Elsie share the things parents do that they appreciate and they share funny stories and confess things they do that they’ve never told anyone. If you’ve ever babysat, have you done anything that they ladies shared they do? What confessions do you have? Who wants a podcast with the moms?Do you know someone who would enjoy this episode? Share the fun by sending it to them! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
Many people have the desire to be married, yet for some, it doesn’t always come in the time frame they’re hoping for. Perhaps this is you—you feel that you have been in a season of singleness for longer than you wanted or longer than you anticipated. But you are not alone in this feeling! There are others that have gone before you and used this unique season to glorify God. Though married now, Brent and Arlene share their thoughts and experiences as a way to encourage the single person. Maybe you’re the single person looking forward to marriage and you want to know how to best make use of the gift of singleness or perhaps you’re mentoring someone in a season of singleness and want to know how best to encourage them—this podcast is for you! I pray that you are encouraged by the wisdom and insight that Brent and Arlene have to share. If there was something that stood out to you, leave me a comment below and let’s all stir one another to glorify God in every season of life. Resources:The Meaning of Marriage by Tim KellerLet The Women Be Women by Chris MuellerNot Yet Married by Marshall SegalHow did Brent and Arlene’s testimony encourage you? If you’re single, what is something you’d want married people and the church to do better? If you’re married, what is something you are doing to encourage singles? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a police officer? Sarah talks about her experience getting into law enforcement and what her career looked like and how it shifted through her different life stages. She shares how her mindset changed toward her career as she become a wife, submitting to her husband’s leadership, and as a mother, prioritizing the discipleship of her children. Sarah shares helpful insight into the struggle she faced as she chose to submit to her husband and pursue motherhood over her career. Despite the difficulty, Sarah experienced the blessing that came through her obedience to God to submit to and follow her husband’s leadership.Perhaps you know someone who would be blessed by Sarah’s story, you can share the podcast or listen on any platform. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com
For many college students, the first year is tricky as they adapt to new environments, people, routines, responsibilities, etc. For Jordan, she found that it was very much the case in her experience as she was met with new challenges that she learned to overcome. These challenges included moving away from home and learning to take responsibility for her schedule and priorities, among other things. Through it all, Jordan grew to understand her identity and where she found it mattered. Despite the challenges, she learned many life lessons that changed her into the person she’ll be in year two of college. For anyone currently in college, thinking about college, or even entering a new season of life, Jordan offers some wise counsel from her own experience in the hopes that it will benefit someone else. Did anything Jordan talked about resonate with you, whether or not you are a college student, soon-to-be college student, or someone entering a new season of life? Know someone who would be encouraged by this podcast? You should share it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wellsaidpodcast.substack.com