Biblical Theology, Episode 07

Today’s episode is with Sam Emadi about a theme in Biblical theology that you may think you know a lot about: the kingdom of God. Sam gives us a masterclass in both the theological and practical ways we see God’s kingdom in his Word and here on earth, and this is such an amazing conversation. We hope this episode moved your heart to praise our King Jesus and to desire to tell everyone you know about him and his kingdom.

4:00 Defining the Kingdom 

7:15 Tracing the Kingdom 

11:30 Kingdom Fulfilled in Christ 

19:00 David in God’s Kingdom

26:00 Jesus in God’s Kingdom 

30:00 Living in the Kingdom 

35:00 The Church in the Kingdom 

40:30 The Hope of the Kingdom

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journeywomen.org/episode/king-and-kingdom

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Today Lauren Bowerman is chatting with singer-songwriter Jess Ray about how God uses the difficulties of life and even our doubts to invite us closer to him. This conversation is deeply honest and rich with hope, and we pray that amidst the difficult seasons, doubts, or questions, you maintain it meets you in your story, nudges you to honestly seek the Lord, and presses you closer to the God who comes near to us in Jesus.

Our Lament and God’s Love 2:25

Stabilizing Habits and Prayer 17:17

Walking Through Darkness 26:20

Knowing God’s Word 36:10

Encouragement to Draw Near to God 43:18

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journeywomen.org/episode/honesty-with-god

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Biblical Theology, Episode 06

Today we get to continue our biblical theology series and hear from Jen Wilkin about the promises of God from the book of Joshua. We hope this episode makes helpful connections for you throughout Scripture and causes you to marvel at the soul-rest God gives us in Christ Jesus and in the final rest he offers us when we will one day be with him.

Bible Fluency and the Bible’s Story 5:00

The Promises of Joshua 13:30

Future Promise of Hope 20:00

Living in the Rest Christ Offers 24:30

Evil in the World 30:00

The Word with Others 41:00

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journeywomen.org/episode/entering-gods-rest

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

What is the difference between biblical literacy and biblical fluency?

Where are some areas of your life in which you might need to walk in more obedience so as to increase collateral blessing to others? How does knowing you are freed from the power of sin and indwelt by the Holy Spirit help you choose obedience over sin?

How can you live out of the rest God offers us even when we do sin—knowing he will never break covenant with us and will never leave nor forsake us?

What are some ways you could gather to discuss the Word in community if you don’t already?

What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week’s episode?

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Biblical Theology, Episode 05

Today Dr. Benjamin Gladd helps us explore the topic of God’s purposes for his people here on earth and his ultimate purpose for us in Christ. Our hope is that this episode will encourage you to worship your Creator as you live out those purposes day-in and day-out. 

Intro & Big Picture 0:01–12:20

Imaging God and Anti-Imaging 12:20–16:11

God’s Promise & the Hope for His People 16:11-28:20

Implications for Believers Today 28:20-40:40

How to Dig Deeper 40:40–end

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journeywomen.org/episode/gods-purpose-gods-people

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Today we’re sharing a conversation with our friend Abbey Wedgeworth about how the gospel—and specifically Christ’s righteousness—meets you in every part of life, even in the mundane and even shame-filled moments of motherhood. And while we’ll focus on the everyday realities mothers experience, this conversation isn’t just for moms; whether you’re in a season of motherhood or not, this episode will deeply encourage you as you seek to apply the gospel to the ordinary moments of your own life.

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journeywomen.org/episode/mothering-in-christs-righteousness

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Biblical Theology, Episode 04

Today we get to hear from author Natalie Brand about the theme of blood and sacrifice throughout the Scriptures. Our hope is that this conversation makes you think well about the cross and the living in light of Christ’s sacrifice on our behalf.

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journeywomen.org/episode/nothing-but-the-blood

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

What passages of Scripture come to mind when you think about the theme of blood/sacrifice? How do they fit into the grand narrative of God redeeming a people for himself?

How does thinking about God’s fatherly smile toward you change the way you think about your sin and Christ’s atonement?

How has this episode changed the way you read passages about blood or sacrifice?

What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week’s episode?

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Biblical Theology, Episode 03

Today, we get to talk with Alex Duke about the theme of Creation and New Creation. As we just scratch the surface of this huge theme in Biblical theology, we hope it spurs you on to marvel at our great Creator who always keeps his promises.

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journeywomen.org/episode/creation-and-new-creation

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Biblical Theology, Episode 02

Today, Hunter talks with Courtney Doctor about the big story of the Bible—the way God reveals his plan to redeem all things from the beginning of Scripture to the end. Knowing God’s mission to redeem all things really does affect how we apply Scripture to our lives. We hope this episode reminds you of the beauty of the story God has written in Scripture and gets you excited to learn more about the specific themes we’ll see unfold as our series continues.

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journeywomen.org/episode/tracing-bibles-story

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

What is Redemptive Historical Context? 

Name some difficulties you personally face when trying to understand the story (or metanarrative) of Scripture? Which sections specifically seem difficult for you?

Which part of this great story is sweetest or most interesting to you in your current season?

How does knowing the redemptive historical context change the way you understand Scripture?

Think about your own testimony and how you think of sharing the gospel. How does knowing the 4 parts (creation, fall, redemption, consummation) affect the way you share your testimony or the gospel?

What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week’s episode?

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Biblical Theology, Episode 01

Today, Nancy Guthrie shares her excitement about biblical theology and why it matters for us in our everyday lives. God is the author of all of Scripture, and knowing the themes within the big story helps us to love Christ more!

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journeywomen.org/episode/why-biblical-theology

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On today's show, we have an Advent devotional by our host, Hunter Beless. We wanted to offer you the gift of pressing pause–the opportunity to reflect together upon Christ as you continue preparing for the holidays that are upon us. You have all been such a gift to us over the years, and we’re so glad we get to reflect upon the greatest gift we have ever received in Christ week after week through interviews on the Journeywomen podcast. If you’d like to help us in this work as we continue it in 2026, you can learn more about how to do that at journeywomen.org/give. 

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journeywomen.org/episode/waiting-with-hope

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