Vaneetha Risner talks about suffering and how to be there for loved ones when they're struggling.

Ginny Owens talks about grit and strength, her music career, and the power of Scripture.

Nona Jones talks about how her childhood trauma shaped the way she thought about herself and God, and how women can find their identities in Christ.

Jenny Steinbach talks about why she started her.Bible and the significance of women hearing God's Word read aloud by women.

Lucía Parker talks about worship, songwriting and what it means to be part of the global body of Christ.

Jannah Welcome shares about how she came to know Jesus and the way that Scripture can help us heal from trauma.

Wycliffe USA counselor Karen DeGraaf talks about how to build emotionally and spiritually healthy relationships.

Kristie Anyabwile talks about her life and ministry, as well as the importance of learning from women of color.

Gretchen Saffles shares her faith journey, and the women discuss the significance that Scripture plays in our lives as women.

Please note this episode contains conversation about pregnancy loss that may be difficult for some listeners.

Beth introduces us to two of the women in her personal community, Amber and Lindsay, each of whom has a child with special needs. They talk about clinging to the truth of God’s Word, seeking the Lord’s leading instead of the approval of others and having the courage to live out of your brokenness as it’s is being made whole. You also get to meet Catie, Beth’s 9-year-old daughter!

Recommendations from this episode:

“A Blossom in the Desert: Reflections of Faith in the Art and Writings of Lilias Trotter” on Amazon

Steffany Gretzinger’s music including Blackout from Bethel Music 

“It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered” on Amazon 

A Heart For All Students is Lindsay’s consultant business where she coaches homeschoolers and parents of kids with special needs. Learn more at aheartforallstudents.com

Shameless Plug: “A Call to Community” is a 7-day devotional from Wycliffe Bible Translators USA highlighting the stories and impact of people in the Bible who embraced their cross-cultural community, even when they were in danger or enslaved. Discover your purpose in God’s global family and download your free devotional today!

This episode brought to you from the blanket fort recording studio in Beth's living room!

 

All guest views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Wycliffe Bible Translators USA. Keep up with Wycliffe Women of the Word through interviews, articles and more at wycliffe.org/women.