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The church can be defined in various ways . As Christians we understand the importance of being connected to a community, but what does it mean to be part of a church? What is a church? In this episode, we discuss the biblical understanding of what a church is and why defining it is equally important. Come along with us as we tackle the big--perhaps controversial, responsibility of the church.   Church Membership Resources: Matthew18:15-18, Hebrews13:17, 1 Corinthians 5:1-12, 1Tim.5:17, and Acts5:12 (to name a few) What Is a Healthy Church Member? Thabiti Anyabwile Bethany Baptist Church-- Steps to Membership PJ's sermon on membership A Church Covenant 9Marks   (various resources) Short video The Gospel Coalition-Trip Lee What the ladies have listened to: Love Thy Neighborhood Lauren Daigle This American Life NPR Relient K

Dating can seem like a roller coaster . Emotions can run high with no return at the end. In this episode, we face common issues and tackle them with the local church body in mind. Remaining pure, while dating, is a daunting task.What boundaries should you put in place in order to protect yourself and your brother in Christ?  How does  accountability  help those church members who are dating?   Accountability with vulnerability is a tool that the Lord has given the church so she flourishes. Let's help our sisters and brothers, who are not yet married, use their singleness for God's glory.  Resources: Not Yet Married:The Pursuit of Joy in Singleness and Dating  by Marshall Segal Dating For God's Glory Part 1  by P.J. Tibayan Dating For God's Glory Part 2 Dating For God's Glory Part 3 Guidelines for Sexual Purity  by Randy Alcorn Covenant Eyes   The Golden Rule of Christian Dating  by Marshall Segal What the ladies have been listening to (or w

In today's episode we tackle the wide world of dating . It's so wide we had to do two episodes and even then there's still so much to talk about. As married women now, we take a look at what dating was for us and how it could be for Christians. The four of us dated differently and that's ok! We all have our ideals and convictions that lead us to speak on the subject, but none of us claim to have THE answer in how to date biblically. We would all agree Christ Jesus must not be ignored and should dictate what parameters to set. It is wisdom issues such as these that make dialogue and encouragement among church women so vital to growth in every area of our lives. Hope you pass it along to your church family. Resources: Not Yet Married:The Pursuit of Joy in Singleness and Dating  by Marshall Segal Dating For God's Glory Part 1 by P.J. Tibayan Dating For God's Glory Part 2 Dating For God's Glory Part 3 What the ladies have been listening to (or watchin

In this episode, we discuss sex in marriage . The excitement of consummating on the wedding day thrills every new married couple. What happens a month or even years later can be tragic. How do we see sex as appropriate and glorious? Our culture and upbringing plays a role in how we see sex. Is our church community speaking enough on the topic? How does sexual abuse affect our views? Join us as we discuss these topics and more in this episode. Resources: Sex and the Supremacy of Christ - John Piper Gospel-Centered Marriage - Tim Chester Sex, Romance, and the Glory of God-  C.J. Mahaney