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In this episode, we speak loosely about the idea of getting your church ladies together for the purpose of fellowship and eating good food .  For some of us, food HAS to be involved. Sometimes the plan will fail, other times it'll succeed, either way, the effort is not lost if there's a simple goal in mind. How do we plan ahead to get together with other ladies we'd normally not feel gravitated towards? Or set time aside despite our busy schedule? Join us as we share our ideas and get your juices flowing for your local church unity. 

In episode 19 we answer questions from listeners, cast our own movies, and talk through the issue of anxiety in our own lives and broader culture as a whole . What does anxiety look like? How can we as Christians support brothers and sisters who struggle? What even is the Kinship email address anyway? All this and more coming your way, enjoy!  (articles) Fear & Anxiety Some Things You Should Know About Christians Who Struggle With Anxiety Anxiety: My Thorn in My Flesh From Anxiety to Peace (books) Blame It On the Brain Anger, Anxiety and Fear: A Biblical Perspective The Biblical Counseling Guide for Women Running Scared (podcasts) The Bible and Anxiety- Association of Certified Biblical Counselors Christians and Psychiatric Medication various topics- Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation

In episode 18, we talk through worshiping God in our homes with our families . We discuss the many different ways to incorporate this precious time into family routines and use it to praise the Lord while encouraging our spouses and training our children. We hope you are encouraged by what you hear.  Resources: Leading Family Worship 5 Reasons to Prioritize Family Worship Family Worship- Laying the Foundation for Heart-Centered Parenting A Baptist Catechism The New City Catechism The Jesus Storybook Bible The Big Picture Story Bible The Action Bible The Biggest Story Sticky Situations Dangerous Journey: The Story of Pilgrim's Progress Our Home Is Like a Little Church

In this episode, we share stories and examples of God's grace to us through our fathers . We recognize that each of our relationships with our fathers is unique and encompass both positive and negative experiences. However, we also recognize that they are used by God to teach us many important lessons. By sharing these lessons with our sisters in Christ, we can grow in understanding of one another as sisters and as people. We hope you enjoy these stories as much as we did. 

In this episode, we look back on the examples of our mothers and their impacts on our lives . We recognize that each individual mother-child relationship is unique in their ups and downs, but we also recognize that God uses our mothers' strengths and weaknesses to teach us different and valuable lessons. By sharing these lessons we can grow in understanding of one another as sisters and as people. We hope you enjoy these stories as much as we did.  Resources: The Amazing Calling of Being "Mom" by Trillia Newbell What Makes a Good Mom? by Abigail Dodds

This week we explore the current issue of sexual assault in our cultural, and the various cultural movements responding to it . Show Notes: How Church Leaders Should Respond to Sexual Abuse Encouragement to #MeToo Victims Inside the Church 4 Lessons For Christians From the Harvey Weinstein Scandal Art Exhibit Powerfully Answers The Question 'What Were You Wearing?'

In this episode, we review a sermon addressing racism . This issue is not a political one but a gospel one. It's a weighty and important topic for everyone, but especially for believers. We all felt the weight of the conversation, as there is so much to learn and grow in. Our hope is that the discussion, although not a complete or conclusive one, will bring about the asking of hard questions amongst church family and a growing love for one another through ethnic harmony.  God and Ethnic Harmony  Bethany Baptist Church  The Table of Nations Are There Many Races, or One?  by Voddie Bachaum How Race Works, and Why it Matters For the Church  (Powerpoint) by Michael Emerson Symposium  by Michael Emerson Divided By Faith  by Michael Emerson On Race Part 1  Pastors' Talk On Race Part 2  Pastors' Talk

In episode 13 we discuss evangelism, or how our church likes to say it, gospelizing . If you're like us, the fear and anxiety of failure can inhibit you from spreading the Gospel. By God's grace though, we have church sisters to "gospelize" us and encourage each other in boldness and love even as we struggle. We hope you are emboldened and encouraged as well!   Show Notes: Questioning Evangelism  by Randy Newman Who Is Jesus?   by Greg Gilbert Story Training videos  by GCM Collective two ways to live  by Matthias media Show Hospitality & Share the Gospel 

In this episode we wrestled with the important, and confusing, concept of modesty . This topic can be controversial, and for good reason. Although it was intimidating, we enjoyed digging through the messy layers of the heart issues, insecurities, and idolatry that lay at the core of this issue. We hope you do too! Show Notes: Desiring God, Modesty Misunderstood   Let's Talk About Modesty - Axis, The Cultural Translator Girl Talk Modesty Heart Check 6 Marks of Biblical Modesty , Covenant Eyes

In episode 11, we discuss goals for the New Year. However you say it, "resolutions, "goals, or "changes", the new year is a time that many of us evaluate ourselves and identify areas of growth we would like to see moving forward . Together we discuss how and why we do this and practical ways to help each other succeed. Happy New Years from Kinship!!  Show notes: Michael Hyatt Your Best Year Ever-5 Step Plan A New Year's Plea-Plan! by John Piper A New Approach to New Year's Resolutions

In episode 10, we discuss the thorny issue of discipline (and spanking) . This subject is highly controversial but as parents who seek to disciple their children according to Scripture, it must be carefully considered. Every parent struggles against temper tantrums and defiant attitudes from time to time. Some consider this topic outdated or confusing but God carefully instructs parents on disciplining their kids. Join our conversation and talk about it with your church family. What the ladies are listening to: 2pm Grown - Korean pop Sam Smith Leslie Odom Jr.  Pentatonix - Christmas album The Hobbit soundtrack  - Howard Shore Pastor's Talk - podcast Resources: Shepherding a Child’s Heart ,  Tedd Tripp’s   Shepherding a Child's Heart  (audio)  Capital Hill Baptist Church,  Parenting Core Seminars Don’t make me Count to 3 , Ginger Hubbard Gospel Centered Family , Tim Chester Do the Next Thing - Adrian Segal Encouraging...

In episode 9, we discuss a few of the many joys, blessings, and challenges that come with motherhood . Whether you’re a mother of one child, multiple children, or have yet to begin growing your family, the idea of motherhood can be both exciting and daunting. From learning how children impact other relationships such as your marriage, church family, and extended family, to learning how to correct your children, (or have them correct you?), we explore how God’s grace is evident through the gift of children. We hope that all mothers or mothers to be that listen are encouraged to seek support from other mothers in their church family, and grow in joy and love for the Lord through loving their children. Resources: Shepherding a Child’s Heart ,  Tedd Tripp’s   Shepherding a Child's Heart  (audio)  Capital Hill Baptist Church,  Parenting Core Seminars Don’t make me Count to 3 , Ginger Hubbard Gospel Centered Family , Tim Chester Do the Next Thing -...

In episode 8, we discuss the how’s and why’s of transparency and vulnerability . Being open and honest with church family is often appealing in theory, but we understand that sometimes the journey of getting there can be challenging and uncomfortable. Questions such as “how much to share” “who to share with” “how do I even start” can easily become discouraging. That is why in this episode we share practical ways of connecting with and creating a culture of vulnerability with your church family and some of the many ways we have seen the fruit of this in our own lives. Our prayer is that you find this helpful in the future building of beautiful relationships with your church family!  Resources: Helpful Questions Self-examination criteria DG's Pastoral Questionnaire  (it's for pastor's but change it up!)  What the ladies listened to or watched: Chopped (FoodNetwork) The Good Doctor Shark Tank Love Thy Neighborhood More Perfect Walking Dead Longmi...

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 ...

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

In this episode the ladies discuss what arguing looks like in their marriages and how they seek biblical roles . Tim Chester,  "The Meaning of Marriage" Tim Keller,  "The Meaning of Marriage" What the ladies have been listening to: How I Built This Doctrine and Devotion Albert Mohler-The Briefing Patty Shuckla  The World and Everything In It-  WORLD magazine Hamilton Mixtape

In this episode of Kinship, the ladies discuss friendship in the local church .  How do we define friendship? What are some qualities that you look for in a close friend? How do we as Christians obey the commandment to love all  people? How does this translate into church community? C.S. Lewis  “Friendship is unnecessary, like philosophy, like art… It has no survival value; rather it is one of those things that give value to survival.” Frances's article "Difficult Friendship Are Good for You" on Desiring God  HERE Robin Dunbar's layers of friendship  HERE

Hi this is Frances with Pam, Bethany and Kelly here for Episode 1 of Kinship . We are taking this time to introduce ourselves and share the heart behind this podcast and the trajectory for where it is going. We hope you enjoy getting to know and learn more about our vision for this podcast moving forward as we discuss relevant life topics as Christian sisters in pursuit of vulnerability and transparency. In this episode the ladies introduce themselves and share their heart behind the launch of the podcast. * Why we decided to start this podcast * What we have to offer * Community of grace vs. community of performance (Tim Chester)