Her Faith Inspires Podcast

This time of year you'll hear Christians argue that Christmas is pagan and shouldn't be celebrated. In this first Christmas episode of the season, we talk about why everyone should celebrate Advent. Advent means the arrival of a notable person and no matter if you think Christmas is pagan or not, the birth of Christ is a historical event that ought to be celebrated. We dive into what Immanuel, God with us means for us today and the new Advent study on the website that will lead you through the anticipation, declaration, and expectation of Immanuel, God with us. Get the brand new Advent study here.   Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

If God is all knowing do we really have free will? A few week's ago, I responded to a claim from a woman who said you cannot have an all knowing, all loving God, and Hell. So many people agreed with her and said if God is all knowing then we cannot have free will and make our own decisions. Like always, I take this debate back to the Bible where I break down the doctrine of free will, Hell, and the reason this woman might be justified in her claim IF and only IF God creates some for Heaven and some for Hell. But does He do that? We'll revisit her reel where she makes this claim and talk about all of this and more in today's episode.      Get your advent study in time for Christmas at Shandafulbright.com/shop Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

John Noyes from Stand To Reason talks more about suicide than any other topic. That says a lot about where we are as a culture and the mental health issues facing us today. How should Christiians think about and deal with suicide? John and I tackle the most common question John is asked when it comes to this topic: if someone takes their life does that mean they won't go to heaven? This episode will encourage you and equip you to have hard conversations with those in your life struggling with thoughts of suicide.  Stand To Reason: https://www.str.org Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

One of the main reasons people say they won't go to church is because it's full of hypocrites. But does that mean only Christians can be hypocrites? We break down Jesus' words to the religous leaders when He called them hypocrites, as well as why judging others according to an unfair standard is hypocritical.  Yet, that doesn't mean we can't or shouldn't judge. This episode is packed with the Bible and will leave you encouraged that Christians aren't the only ones with the potential to be hypocrites.    Find my NEW Bible study resources: Inductive Bible Study Notebooks, Bible Highlighters, Prayer Journrals, and more! Shandafulbright.com/shop. Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021  

Social media has given everyone a platform and with the platform comes an identity and autonomy that makes YOU the expert. Not only has this given way to echo chambers and funneling information that keeps opposing ideas out of conversations, it also creates a shallow understanding of meaningful relationships. We talk about this and when you should use ChatGPT, and what to use it for. There's a reason reading, writing, and processing skills are atrophying in our culture and much of it has to do with the reliance on technology. We talk about this and more in this final episode with Josh and Annie.   Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

What is the future of religion, politices, and humanity as AI seems to take over the world? Can humans be replaced, and if so, what does that say about human value in the eyes of the culture? Josh Pauling, co-author of the book by the same name as the episode title, is on the show to discuss these questions. He helps us understand how to view technology from a biblical worldview. Annie Crawford joins him to bring her expertise to the conversation, as we tackle some of the most pressing issues facing Christians today.  Order: Are We All Cyborgs Now Annie Crawford Website  Salvo Magazine    Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

Deconstruction seems to be the trend these days, but how can faithful Christians respond to those deonstructing from the faith? Tim Barnett, co-author of The Deconstruction of Christianity with Alisa Childers, discusses what it is and what it isn't. It's likely you know someone who is deconstructing, or you've seen the trendy videos on social media on how to begin your own journey of deconstrution. What do you do? How do you respond if you're the toxic Christian oppressing your friend or family member with your beliefs? This episode will help you understand the person behind the deconstruction and equip you to respond with love and truth. Book: The Deconstruction Of Christianity: What It Is, Why It’s Destructive, and How to Respond  https://us.10ofthose.com/product/9781496474971/the-deconstruction-of-christianity-paperback Tim Barnett Instagram    Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

Today we're breaking down the policies of each presidential candidate in the 2024 election, and why it's essential Christians vote. Shanda will read directly from the websites of Harris and Trump to get a more informed idea of what each candidate stands for. We will evaluate Dr. George Barna's recent statistics that show 31 miillion Christians won't vote this year, and the consequences that will have on the outcome of this election. If you've ever wondered if your vote matters, I can assure you it does!    Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

Why are teens identifying as emo wearing their mental diagnosis on their sleeves ... literally? There is a movement taking over young kids who glorify the victim mentality. Here's what you need to know about it. We also talk about how to navigate therapy as a Christian when some of the practices are strange. Finally, Shanda responds to a progressive Christians defense of abortions using the Bible as her evidence. These are your questions answered!      Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop  

If you watched the presidential "debate" or saw clips of it, you should know you didn't actually see a debate. With one liners and zesty zingers, everyone seems to be fine with candidates with vibrant personalities rather than solid policies. What does that say about the minds of the American people? Kathy Gibbons, thinking expert and host of the Filter It Through A Brain Cell podcast, is on the show to tell us. We listen to examples of interviews with Kamala Harris, and memes by Donald Trump to evaluate why we must learn to think well, especilly before we vote.  Finding Kathy Gibbons at FilterItThroughABrainCell.com   Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop