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In this episode, Elizabeth and Kelly talk with Ellen Vaughn who recently wrote the authorized biography on Elisabeth Elliot, titled Becoming Elisabeth Elliot. They talk about Elisabeth's life and what we can learn from this hero in the faith that still applies to our lives today.About EllenEllen Vaughn is a bestselling author and speaker who has written or co-written 23 books, having collaborated with authors such as the late Charles Colson. She began working on the biography two years ago and did extensive research to carefully detail Elliot’s early years with accuracy.LinksBecoming Elisabeth ElliotSuffering Is Never for NothingLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

We got to talk with Elizabeth Uriyo, Senior Vice President of Global Leadership at Compassion International. We heard her story, the work Compassion is doing around the world, and how we can help. Elizabeth also gave us a few ways we can be praying for the ministry of Compassion during the pandemic. She shared advice on leadership and work, as well. About Elizabeth UriyoElizabeth Uriyo, Ph.D. is a tenacious technical & business leader with a strong record for leading the timely delivery of relevant solutions to customer and consumer needs. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Global Leadership at Compassion International where she provides day-to-day leadership and management in addition to strategic vision.Prior to joining Compassion, Elizabeth worked in the food industry for 20 years where she held positions of increasing responsibility in R&D leading basic and applied research to inform product and process innovation, renovation and cost optimization. Elizabeth devotes her life to identify opportunities to build human capacity in Tanzania; based on potential not history, by investing in the development of people and of Small and Medium Enterprises.Elizabeth completed her Ph.D. in Grain Science and Industry (Food Science) in 1996 from Kansas State University and a MBA in 2010 from the University of Chicago, Booth School of Business.LinksCompassion InternationalSilver Linings and Lessons Learned from Quarantineexplore.compassion.comLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua. Learn more at lifeway.com/angels. 

In this episode, Kelly and Elizabeth talk with Angie Smith about her new Bible study, Matchless. Angie shares a little about the heart behind the study, as well as her own walk with Jesus through difficult times in the past year. As she dove deep into Jesus' time on earth, her own faith became all the more dear to her. We also talked about being welcoming to our friends who may not yet know Christ. And of course, we laughed a little along the way! Note: We were having some technical difficulties during this recording—thank you for your patience as we try to record remotely! About Angie: Angie Smith is a popular speaker, best-selling author, and blogger. Her greatest passion is to make the Bible feel accessible and relevant by sharing her ups and downs along the way as she encourages others in their faith. She lives with her husband and daughters in Nashville, Tennessee. Links:Matchless Bible studySeamless Bible studyLifeway Women Live SimulcastLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

In this episode, Kelly King and Elizabeth Hyndman discuss this current moment. We provide ministry helps for women leading in their churches, as well as encouragement for how to stay in community and in the Word during this time. LinksLifeway Women Online Bible StudiesKristi McLelland on the MARKED podcastEveryday Theology by Mary WileyMary Wiley on the MARKED podcastTrustworthy by Lysa TerKeurstThe Lifeway Women CatalogLifeway Women Live SimulcastLifeway Women's Leadership ForumApps We MentionedVoxerGroupMeZoomLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

This week, we chat with Jennifer Rothschild. We talk about her new Bible study, Take Courage, on the Book of Haggai. We talk about what this minor prophet can speak to us today, as well as what it means to live fully in the place God has allowed you to be. We know you'll be encouraged by what Jennifer has to say about trusting in God, no matter our circumstances! About Jennifer: Jennifer Rothschild is author of seven videobased Bible studies with Lifeway including her newest study, Take Courage: A Study of Haggai.Jennifer became blind when she was fifteen years old and has experienced firsthand how God gives us courage through His presence, His people, and His Word. Now, more than thirty years later as an author and speaker, she boldly and compassionately teaches women how they can take courage, too.Known for her substance, signature wit, and down-to-earth style, Jennifer weaves together relatable stories with biblical truths to help women know and live for Christ. She has shared her practical and inspiring messages to audiences across the country and through media outlets including: The Dr. Phil Show, Good Morning America, Life Today, and The Billy Graham Television Special.She is the featured teacher and founder of “Fresh Grounded Faith Conferences,” host of the 4:13 Podcast, and publisher of the popular online resource for women in ministry called WomensMinistry.net.Jennifer and her husband, whom she calls her “very own Dr. Phil,” live in Missouri, and have two sons, Connor and Clayton, and a lovely daughter-in-law, Caroline. She’s also GiGi to her two grandsons, and that’s her favorite name of all!Besides walking—or being walked by—her little dog Lucy, Jennifer enjoys riding a bicycle built for two with her husband. She is also an avid listener of audiobooks, a C. S. Lewis junkie, and loves dark chocolate and robust coffee—especially when shared with a friend.Connect with Jennifer at JenniferRothschild.com/TakeCourage.Links:Take Courage Bible Study4:13 PodcastBible Study BistroLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

Elizabeth and Kelly chat with Mary DeMuth, a prolific author and podcaster. Mary talks with us about her new Bible study, Into the Light: A Biblical Approach to Healing from the Past. We talk about what it means to heal in community, how to help others, and how we can shine a light of hope into even the darkest of circumstances. About Mary:Mary is the author of forty books, including her latest: Into The Light : A Biblical Approach to Healing from the Past and We Too: How the Church Can Respond Redemptively to the Sexual Abuse Crisis. She’s been on CNN and featured in The Washington Post, and she’s spoken in Munich, Johannesburg, and Monte Carlo and planted a church with her family in southern France. She is a mom to three amazing young adults and a wife of 28 years to Patrick.Links:Into the Light Bible StudyPray Every Day Podcast Lifeway Women's Leadership ForumLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

In this episode, we talk with reader, writer, and professor, Karen Swallow Prior. We talk about all things books and reading, including her new classic literature series with B&H. We talk about how loving words help point us to Jesus Christ. About KarenKaren Swallow Prior is an award-winning Professor of English at Liberty University. She earned her Ph.D. in English at SUNY Buffalo. Her writing has appeared at The Atlantic, Christianity Today, Washington Post, Vox, First Things, Sojourners, Relevant, Think Christian, and other places. She is a Senior Fellow at the Trinity Forum, a Research Fellow with the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention, a Senior Fellow at Liberty University's Center for Apologetics and Cultural Engagement, and a member of the Faith Advisory Council of the Humane Society of the United States. She and her husband live on a 100-year old homestead in central Virginia with sundry horses, dogs, and chickens. And lots of books.LinksKaren on TwitterOn Reading Well Sense and SensibilityHeart of DarknessLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

Today we get to talk to one of our new authors, Kristi McLelland! Kristi shares about her new Bible study, Jesus and Women. She also tells us how to view the Bible through a Middle Eastern lens, the way the people in the Bible would have viewed Scripture. We love hearing about this perspective and how, through it, we can learn even more who Jesus is and fall in love with Him even more!About KristiKristi McLelland is a speaker, teacher, and college professor. Since completing her Masters in Christian Education at Dallas Theological Seminary, she has dedicated her life to teaching people how to study the Bible for themselves through a Middle Eastern lens. Her great desire for people to truly experience the love of God has led her to guide biblical study trips to Israel, Turkey, Greece, and Italy. To learn more about Kristi's upcoming trips, speaking, and more, visit newlensbiblicalstudies.com.Links:New Lens Biblical StudiesJesus and Women Bible StudyLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua.

On this episode, we talk to Mary Wiley about her new Bible study, Everyday Theology. We discuss what theology is, how we can grow in our knowledge of who God is, and what theology has to do with our everyday lives.About MaryMary Wiley is the author of Everyday Theology, an eight-week Bible study exploring essential doctrines and why they matter in our everyday lives. She holds an MA in Theological Studies from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, works in publishing, and hosts the Questions Kids Ask podcast. She and her husband, John, have two children and live near Nashville. She loves tacos, Survivor, good books, and good coffee. You can follow her on Instagram.LinksEveryday Theology Bible Study Systematic Theology by Wayne A. Grudem50 Core Truths of the Christian Faith by Gregg R. Allison99 Essential DoctrinesDelighting in the Trinity by Michael ReevesEveryday Theology PodcastLearn more at lifeway.com/joshua. Learn more at lifeway.com/angels. 

Listen in as we chat with Michael Gibson about his book, Real Life Love, and what it was like growing up with his grandfather, Gary Smalley. We talk about how to honor ourselves and one another, how personality tests help us have compassion and understanding with others, and how overcoming hardship can lead to loving others well.About Michael:Michael Gibson is an Emmy® Award-winning television personality, author, and communicator. Known widely for being in tune with issues the younger generations face, his popular blog and podcast help thousands of millennials and gen-Zs learn how to have relationships that count. As the grandson of relationship expert and bestselling author Gary Smalley, Michael uses his knowledge and experiences from speaking alongside his grandpa at his conferences since he was ten years old and growing up as the son of marriage pastors to call others into deeper, fuller relationships. He calls the Ozark Mountains of Missouri home.  Links:Real Life Love book5 Leadership Questions Podcast20/20 Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Online Bible Study  Learn more at lifeway.com/joshua. Learn more at lifeway.com/angels.