Whitney Capps

This is our last week walking through the key doctrines of the Christian faith as we cover the end times. We discuss why Revelation is one of Whitney’s favorite books of the Bible and how you can better learn to see the gospel clearly in how God says that the world as we have experienced it will end. Today’s guest is Whitney Capps. Whitney is a national Proverbs 31 speaker and the author of Sick of Me and also We Over Me, a Bible study based on the letters to the churches in the beginning of Revelation. She and her husband Chad have for boys and live just outside Atlanta, Georgia. Whitney created a fabulous group where she provides theological training called Simple Seminary that I absolutely love, so make sure to check that out!

This is our last week walking through the key doctrines of the Christian faith as we cover the end times. We discuss why Revelation is one of Whitney’s favorite books of the Bible and how you can better learn to see the gospel clearly in how God says that the world as we have experienced it will end. Today’s guest is <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whitneycapps/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Whitney Capps</a>. Whitney is a national Proverbs 31 speaker and the author of <a href="https://amzn.to/2yhXmAN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sick of Me</a> and also <a href="https://amzn.to/2KPrOVS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">We Over Me</a>, a Bible study based on the letters to the churches in the beginning of Revelation. She and her husband Chad have for boys and live just outside Atlanta, Georgia. Whitney created a fabulous group where she provides theological training called <a href="https://www.simpleseminary.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Simple Seminary</a> that I absolutely love, so make sure to check that out!

Everyday Theology: End Times with Whitney Capps

Jamie Ivey

This week, we are covering the importance of the Church in the Christian faith, coinciding with Week 7 of the Everyday Theology Bible study. We discuss details like why is it essential that we are part of a church and how we see women using their gifts in the church. We also talk about how church can be messy or even painful sometimes. Today’s guest is Jamie Ivey. Jamie is a podcaster, writer, and speaker from Austin, Texas. She is the proud mama of four kids and the wife of Aaron, worship pastor of The Austin Stone Community Church.  She is a fantastic cheerleader for women, encouraging them to use their gifts for God’s glory. She has a host of valuable resources, but you’ll definitely want to check out her first book,  If You Only Knew and subscribe to her podcast, The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey. Jamie shares so much wisdom in this episode about trusting God with your gifts, confessing your sin to others, and seeking out community. You’re going to love it!

This week, we are covering the importance of the Church in the Christian faith, coinciding with Week 7 of the Everyday Theology Bible study. We discuss details like why is it essential that we are part of a church and how we see women using their gifts in the church. We also talk about how church can be messy or even painful sometimes. Today’s guest is <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jamieivey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jamie Ivey</a>. Jamie is a podcaster, writer, and speaker from Austin, Texas. She is the proud mama of four kids and the wife of Aaron, worship pastor of The Austin Stone Community Church.  She is a fantastic cheerleader for women, encouraging them to use their gifts for God’s glory. She has a host of valuable resources, but you’ll definitely want to check out her first book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/If-You-Only-Knew-Unavoidable/dp/1462749720/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=if%20you%20only%20knew&amp;qid=1587676278&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> If You Only Knew</a> and subscribe to her podcast, <a href="https://jamieivey.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey</a>. Jamie shares so much wisdom in this episode about trusting God with your gifts, confessing your sin to others, and seeking out community. You’re going to love it!

Everyday Theology: The Church with Jamie Ivey

Ruth Chou Simons

Every week, we are covering a key doctrine of the Christian faith and seeking to apply it to our everyday lives to coincide with the Everyday Theology Bible study. Today, we are talking about salvation. Today’s guest is Ruth Chou Simons. Ruth is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and speaker. You can learn more about her at GraceLaced.com and on Instagram @ruthchousimons. Ruth and her husband, Troy, are parents to six boys.

Every week, we are covering a key doctrine of the Christian faith and seeking to apply it to our everyday lives to coincide with the Everyday Theology Bible study. Today, we are talking about salvation. Today’s guest is Ruth Chou Simons. Ruth is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and speaker. You can learn more about her at <a href="http://GraceLaced.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GraceLaced.com</a> and on Instagram @ruthchousimons. Ruth and her husband, Troy, are parents to six boys.

Everyday Theology: Salvation with Ruth Chou Simons

Gretchen Saffles

This week we are talking about humanity, and that walks alongside week 5 of the Everyday Theology Bible study. We are answering questions like: What does God say about us and how should that inform the way we live? and What is true freedom in Christ and how do we live out our identity as the imago Dei? We are talking with Gretchen Saffles today. Gretchen is the founder of Well-Watered Women and has so many wonderful resources available to lead you into a deeper relationship with Christ! These are at wellwateredwomen.com She’s also so encouraging on social media, has upcoming books and all sorts of exciting things coming you way - so make sure to follow along! 

This week we are talking about humanity, and that walks alongside week 5 of the Everyday Theology Bible study. We are answering questions like: What does God say about us and how should that inform the way we live? and What is true freedom in Christ and how do we live out our identity as the imago Dei? We are talking with Gretchen Saffles today. Gretchen is the founder of Well-Watered Women and has so many wonderful resources available to lead you into a deeper relationship with Christ! These are at <a href="http://wellwateredwomen.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wellwateredwomen.com</a> She’s also so encouraging on social media, has upcoming books and all sorts of exciting things coming you way - so make sure to follow along!

Everyday Theology: Humanity with Gretchen Saffles

Jackie Hill Perry

Jackie Hill Perry joins Mary Wiley to discuss the Person and work of the Holy Spirit in today's episode that correlates with Week 4 of the  Everyday Theology Bible study.  Jackie is the author of Gay Girl, Good God and Jude: Contending for the Faith in Today's Culture. She also is a poet, teacher, and hip-hop artist whose latest album, Crescendo needs to be in your arsenal of greats. She is a wife and mom to two cute kids with one on the way, and is just an all-around incredibly wise and kind person.

<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/jackiehillperry/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jackie Hill Perry</a> joins Mary Wiley to discuss the Person and work of the Holy Spirit in today's episode that correlates with Week 4 of the <a href="https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/everyday-theology-bible-study-book-P005820373" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Everyday Theology Bible study</a>.  Jackie is the author of <a href="https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/gay-girl-good-god-P005795085" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Gay Girl, Good God</a> and <a href="https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/jude-bible-study-book-P005812989" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jude: Contending for the Faith in Today's Culture</a>. She also is a poet, teacher, and hip-hop artist whose latest album, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Crescendo-Jackie-Hill-Perry/dp/B07BF1Z3BN" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Crescendo</a> needs to be in your arsenal of greats. She is a wife and mom to two cute kids with one on the way, and is just an all-around incredibly wise and kind person.

Everyday Theology: The Person and Work of the Holy Spirit with Jackie Hill Perry

Kristi McLelland

What you believe about Jesus matters. Kristi McLelland joins Mary Wiley to discuss the Person and work of Jesus in today's episode that correlates with Week 3 of the Everyday Theology Bible study.  Kristi is a speaker, teacher, and professor at Williamson College. She has a Masters in Christian Education from Dallas Theological Seminary and has dedicated her life to teaching people how to study the Bible for themselves. Kristi leads study trips to Israel, Turkey, Greece, and Italy and is excellent at teaching the Bible through a Middle Eastern lens.  Everyday Theology Bible study is available at lifeway.com and everywhere books are sold.

What you believe about Jesus matters. Kristi McLelland joins Mary Wiley to discuss the Person and work of Jesus in today's episode that correlates with Week 3 of the Everyday Theology Bible study.  Kristi is a speaker, teacher, and professor at Williamson College. She has a Masters in Christian Education from Dallas Theological Seminary and has dedicated her life to teaching people how to study the Bible for themselves. Kristi leads study trips to Israel, Turkey, Greece, and Italy and is excellent at teaching the Bible through a Middle Eastern lens.  Everyday Theology Bible study is available at <a href="http://lifeway.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeway.com</a> and everywhere books are sold.

Everyday Theology: The Person and Work of Jesus with Kristi McLelland

Kelly Minter

Kelly Minter joins us to talk about who God is and what He does on the Everyday Theology podcast today. We discuss God's holiness, goodness, wrath, and faithfulness and why it matters in our everyday lives.  This series is based on the Everyday Theology Bible study by Mary C Wiley. Available where books are sold.

Kelly Minter joins us to talk about who God is and what He does on the Everyday Theology podcast today. We discuss God's holiness, goodness, wrath, and faithfulness and why it matters in our everyday lives.  This series is based on the Everyday Theology Bible study by Mary C Wiley. Available where books are sold.

Everyday Theology: The Person and Work of God with Kelly Minter

Jen Wilkin

Jen Wilkin joins Mary Wiley on the podcast today to talk about God's Word. They discuss the value of Scripture, how we can read it faithfully, the truths about its attributes, and what it looks like to be a doer of the Word.    This episode of the Everyday Theology mini-series is based on week 1 of the Everyday Theology Bible Study. Available where books are sold. Download a free set of memory cards so you can hide God's Word in deeply in your heart at www.lifeway.com/everydaytheology.

Jen Wilkin joins Mary Wiley on the podcast today to talk about God's Word. They discuss the value of Scripture, how we can read it faithfully, the truths about its attributes, and what it looks like to be a doer of the Word.  This episode of the Everyday Theology mini-series is based on week 1 of the Everyday Theology Bible Study. Available where books are sold. Download a free set of memory cards so you can hide God's Word in deeply in your heart at <a href="http://www.lifeway.com/everyday" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.lifeway.com/everydaytheology.</a>

Everyday Theology: Scripture with Jen Wilkin

Emily Jensen

Today’s guest is Emily Jensen, cohost of the Risen Motherhood podcast and coauthor of Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments by Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler. Today we are diving into how to talk about what God asks of us and how to talk about those truths with our kids. Who hasn’t heard a kid talk about what he wants to be when he grows up? How do we help kids think about what God wants them to be when they grow up? Make sure you check out Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments and the Risen Motherhood podcast. If you are a mom seeking to point your kids to the Truth, you’ll definitely love both!

Today’s guest is Emily Jensen, cohost of the Risen Motherhood podcast and coauthor of Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments by Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler. Today we are diving into how to talk about what God asks of us and how to talk about those truths with our kids. Who hasn’t heard a kid talk about what he wants to be when he grows up? How do we help kids think about what God wants them to be when they grow up? Make sure you check out Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments and the Risen Motherhood podcast. If you are a mom seeking to point your kids to the Truth, you’ll definitely love both!

What Does God Ask Me to Do? with Emily Jensen

Barnabas Piper

Barnabas Piper, author of The Curious Christian, and other books, joins us today to discuss what it looks like to raise kids who are curious about the world, leading them ultimately to worship God for who He is. Why did He create so many different things? Each thing He made can point us to worship. Today's sponsor: bottlesodes.tv Today's featured resource: CSB Day-by-Day Chronological Bible

Barnabas Piper, author of The Curious Christian, and other books, joins us today to discuss what it looks like to raise kids who are curious about the world, leading them ultimately to worship God for who He is. Why did He create so many different things? Each thing He made can point us to worship. Today's sponsor: <a href="http://www.bottlesodes.tv" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bottlesodes.tv</a> Today's featured resource: <a href="https://amzn.to/2W8X4mZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CSB Day-by-Day Chronological Bible</a>

Why should we be curious parents raising curious kids? with Barnabas Piper

Whether we are addressing theology for your everyday life or how to answer the theological questions your kids ask, we are here to discuss what you believe and why it matters.

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So excited about this podcast, Mary! Such a creative idea and can’t wait to hear more!

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Everyday Theology + Questions Kids Ask

We talk a lot about what's different from before we were Christians to deciding to follow Jesus, but that doesn't mean it's super easy to talk about with our kids. That's no different for Jamie. Of course, we know that there's no weighting of sin in the Lord's eyes and that even one of the "tiniest" sins is deserving of death (Romans 6:23), there are some sins that do have weighter consequences. In Jamie's life, those "big sins" were premarital sex and abuse of alcohol, and sometimes we don't want to tell our kids because we don't want them to think less of us or to give them permission to do the same - because we want better for them. I don't think we are giving them permission to do what we did, but are instead giving them a picture of the pointing them to a Savior. When we share, our focus has to be not what we did, but what Jesus did. We always point back to the gospel, being confident that we aren't so much sharing our failures, but shining a great big spotlight on our Savior.  Mistakes or failures DO NOT mean that we cannot be a good example. We will always fail God even when we love Him dearly and are following Him. We've been sinners since Adam, yet God chose to send Jesus to pay for sin. The Gospel is why we can share our story and point to Jesus instead. How gracious God is that He would send Jesus and forgive us. I pray that my kids won't remember what their mom did so much, but that they'll see a God who pursued their mom. Read more of the show notes at www.marycwiley.com/podcast/before-you-were-a-christian

We talk a lot about what's different from before we were Christians to deciding to follow Jesus, but that doesn't mean it's super easy to talk about with our kids. That's no different for Jamie. Of course, we know that there's no weighting of sin in the Lord's eyes and that even one of the "tiniest" sins is deserving of death (Romans 6:23), there are some sins that do have weighter consequences. In Jamie's life, those "big sins" were premarital sex and abuse of alcohol, and sometimes we don't want to tell our kids because we don't want them to think less of us or to give them permission to do the same - because we want better for them. I don't think we are giving them permission to do what we did, but are instead giving them a picture of the pointing them to a Savior. When we share, our focus has to be not what we did, but what Jesus did. We always point back to the gospel, being confident that we aren't so much sharing our failures, but shining a great big spotlight on our Savior.  Mistakes or failures DO NOT mean that we cannot be a good example. We will always fail God even when we love Him dearly and are following Him. We've been sinners since Adam, yet God chose to send Jesus to pay for sin. The Gospel is why we can share our story and point to Jesus instead. How gracious God is that He would send Jesus and forgive us. I pray that my kids won't remember what their mom did so much, but that they'll see a God who pursued their mom. Read more of the show notes at <a href="http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/before-you-were-a-christian" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.marycwiley.com/podcast/before-you-were-a-christian</a>

How to Talk with Kids About Hard Things From Before You Were A Christian with Jamie Ivey

Brandon shares with us about the internal and external evidence that supports the reliability of the Bible. We also talked about how miraculous it is that the Bible has be preserved through rulers requiring that all manuscripts be burned within their empire, through generations of people, and through all sorts of other challenges pre-printing press. As Brandon says, If God gave us a book so that we might know Him, of course He is going to preserve it. Isn't it so good of God to do that for us? Read more show notes at www.marycwiley.com/podcast/is-the-bible-true

Brandon shares with us about the internal and external evidence that supports the reliability of the Bible. We also talked about how miraculous it is that the Bible has be preserved through rulers requiring that all manuscripts be burned within their empire, through generations of people, and through all sorts of other challenges pre-printing press. As Brandon says, If God gave us a book so that we might know Him, of course He is going to preserve it. Isn't it so good of God to do that for us? Read more show notes at <a href="http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/is-the-bible-true" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.marycwiley.com/podcast/is-the-bible-true</a>

Is The Bible True? with Brandon D. Smith

Becky Kiser

Prayer is the most important weapon we have against the enemy, and the Bible even says that Jesus intercedes for us while He sits at the right hand of the Father. Yet, there are often questions about the nature of prayer. Because it's a conversation with a God who we cannot see who knows all things and is entirely in control it seems like it may be pointless to voice our needs, our gratitude, and our worship because God already knows what we are going to pray before we pray it. Still, we see prayer as unbelievably powerful throughout Scripture. Prayer changes things - and we can be a part of what God is doing in the world by having a vibrant prayer life.

Prayer is the most important weapon we have against the enemy, and the Bible even says that Jesus intercedes for us while He sits at the right hand of the Father. Yet, there are often questions about the nature of prayer. Because it's a conversation with a God who we cannot see who knows all things and is entirely in control it seems like it may be pointless to voice our needs, our gratitude, and our worship because God already knows what we are going to pray before we pray it. Still, we see prayer as unbelievably powerful throughout Scripture. Prayer changes things - and we can be a part of what God is doing in the world by having a vibrant prayer life.

If God Knows All Things, Why Do We Pray? with Becky Kiser

Trillia Newbell

With Genesis 1 as our foundation, we see that not only are our children created in the image of God, but everyone is – everyone from different ethnicities are created by our Creator God, so if we can start there, then everyone is equal. From there – Jesus died on the cross for every tribe, tongue, and nation and has tasked us to go and make disciples of all nations. And one day we’ll be worshipping together. Read more show notes at http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/diversity

With Genesis 1 as our foundation, we see that not only are our children created in the image of God, but everyone is – everyone from different ethnicities are created by our Creator God, so if we can start there, then everyone is equal. From there – Jesus died on the cross for every tribe, tongue, and nation and has tasked us to go and make disciples of all nations. And one day we’ll be worshipping together. Read more show notes at <a href="Read%20more%20show%20notes%20at%20http:/www.marycwiley.com/podcast/diversity" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/diversity</a>

Why should I care for people not like me? with Trillia Newbell

Why would God, if He knew Adam and Eve would sin, put a tree in the garden that would sentence them to death if they ate from it?  We know God is sovereign, and there also is need for humanity to obey. A love without choice is not love at all, so God gave us the opportunity to obey out of love. And yet, Jesus was not God's plan B. Even as consequences were being discussed of Adam and Eve's sin, God tells them that there will come a time when a Messiah will come to redeem what had been done and make all things right again.

Why would God, if He knew Adam and Eve would sin, put a tree in the garden that would sentence them to death if they ate from it?  We know God is sovereign, and there also is need for humanity to obey. A love without choice is not love at all, so God gave us the opportunity to obey out of love. And yet, Jesus was not God's plan B. Even as consequences were being discussed of Adam and Eve's sin, God tells them that there will come a time when a Messiah will come to redeem what had been done and make all things right again.

If God Knew Adam and Eve Would Sin, Why Did He Put that Tree in the Garden? With Barnabas Piper

The concept of having a relationship with Jesus, or Him being our best friend as we so often describe it for kids, is so hard to grasp for concrete thinkers when they know they can't actually see Jesus. How can we help them know that Jesus is a better friend than any person we could know on earth? Emily Jensen from Risen Motherhood joins us to talk about helping our kids understand what it means to know and love Jesus, even when we can't see Him.  Emily Jensen from Risen Motherhood joins us to answer, "Why can't I see Jesus? How is Jesus my best friend?" 

The concept of having a relationship with Jesus, or Him being our best friend as we so often describe it for kids, is so hard to grasp for concrete thinkers when they know they can't actually see Jesus. How can we help them know that Jesus is a better friend than any person we could know on earth? Emily Jensen from Risen Motherhood joins us to talk about helping our kids understand what it means to know and love Jesus, even when we can't see Him.  Emily Jensen from Risen Motherhood joins us to answer, "Why can't I see Jesus? How is Jesus my best friend?"

Is Jesus Really My Best Friend? with Emily Jensen

Jana Magruder

Today's guest is Jana Magruder. Jana is the Director of LifeWay Kids and brings a wealth of experience and passion for kids ministry, education, and curriculum writing. She and her husband, Michael, along with their three children reside in Nashville, TN. Why do we pray? If God really is in control and is all-knowing, shouldn't He know what we need and what we would ask for if we were praying anyway? God is in control and God does know. In fact, He knows BETTER than we do about what we need, but prayer is still SO valuable. There's so mystery about it - but we know two things for sure: Prayer changes our hearts and prayer has the power to really change things. We see God answer prayer over and over again in Scripture and He does the same for us.

Today's guest is Jana Magruder. Jana is the Director of LifeWay Kids and brings a wealth of experience and passion for kids ministry, education, and curriculum writing. She and her husband, Michael, along with their three children reside in Nashville, TN. Why do we pray? If God really is in control and is all-knowing, shouldn't He know what we need and what we would ask for if we were praying anyway? God is in control and God does know. In fact, He knows BETTER than we do about what we need, but prayer is still SO valuable. There's so mystery about it - but we know two things for sure: Prayer changes our hearts and prayer has the power to really change things. We see God answer prayer over and over again in Scripture and He does the same for us.

Why Do We Pray If God Already Knows What We Need? with Jana Magruder

Rachel Swanson

Ultimately, God is in control, and He dearly loves Jesus and also dearly loves us. Sin separated us from God, and only Jesus' sacrifice could fix this separation. Jesus was completely sinless, so He was the only suitable sacrifice to pay for sin before a holy, perfect, sinless God. Jesus died so that we could have a relationship with God forever, but also so that we could have that relationship now with abundant life in His presence.   Read more show notes at http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/why-did-jesus-have-to-die

Ultimately, God is in control, and He dearly loves Jesus and also dearly loves us. Sin separated us from God, and only Jesus' sacrifice could fix this separation. Jesus was completely sinless, so He was the only suitable sacrifice to pay for sin before a holy, perfect, sinless God. Jesus died so that we could have a relationship with God forever, but also so that we could have that relationship now with abundant life in His presence.   Read more show notes at <a href="http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/why-did-jesus-have-to-die" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/why-did-jesus-have-to-die</a>

Why Did Jesus Have to Die? with Rachel Swanson

Aaron Armstrong

With historical evidence - both inside the Biblical text and outside it - we can certainly confirm that Jesus was a person who lived in a certain time of history from the town of Nazareth. What must be taken on faith is the rest of the story: that He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, took on the wrath of God for sin on the cross, died, was resurrected, and ascended to heaven. Indeed, it is the greatest story ever told but is also foolishness to those who don't believe. It seems crazy! But it's true. And we can help our kids be ready for the questions they may have or be asked that revolve around Jesus' existence, Personhood, and ultimately deity.  Get Devotional Doctrine here: https://www.gospelproject.com/doctrine-book/

With historical evidence - both inside the Biblical text and outside it - we can certainly confirm that Jesus was a person who lived in a certain time of history from the town of Nazareth. What must be taken on faith is the rest of the story: that He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, took on the wrath of God for sin on the cross, died, was resurrected, and ascended to heaven. Indeed, it is the greatest story ever told but is also foolishness to those who don't believe. It seems crazy! But it's true. And we can help our kids be ready for the questions they may have or be asked that revolve around Jesus' existence, Personhood, and ultimately deity.  Get Devotional Doctrine here: <a href="https://www.gospelproject.com/doctrine-book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.gospelproject.com/doctrine-book/</a>

How Do We Know Jesus Was A Real Person? with Aaron Armstrong

We've probably all dealt with this question at some point in our Christian lives: "How do I KNOW I am saved?" We want a certificate or a box checked that guarantees we are secure and don't ever have to wonder, but we don't get this in Scripture. We do however, get the Holy Spirit as a down payment of what is to come. We need to know that doubt is okay, as it can help us reconfirm our commitment to the Lord, but we also CAN know for sure that we are saved because we know and trust that God's Word is true and tells us how to trust Jesus, and the result of trusting Jesus is an eternal life with Him!

We've probably all dealt with this question at some point in our Christian lives: "How do I KNOW I am saved?" We want a certificate or a box checked that guarantees we are secure and don't ever have to wonder, but we don't get this in Scripture. We do however, get the Holy Spirit as a down payment of what is to come. We need to know that doubt is okay, as it can help us reconfirm our commitment to the Lord, but we also CAN know for sure that we are saved because we know and trust that God's Word is true and tells us how to trust Jesus, and the result of trusting Jesus is an eternal life with Him!

How do I KNOW that I'm saved? with Jamie Ivey

Lisa Harper

It doesn't take long living in the world to realize that bad things happen. And they are really unavoidable. Bad things happen to all people. But why? Is God not in control? Does He care?  Bad things happen ultimately because sin has broken the world. God is still in control, although He is not the author of evil or bad things. As we see through Job, God does allow bad things to happen, though.  Listen in to hear more. Featured Resource:  Job: A Story of Unlikely Joy

It doesn't take long living in the world to realize that bad things happen. And they are really unavoidable. Bad things happen to all people. But why? Is God not in control? Does He care?  Bad things happen ultimately because sin has broken the world. God is still in control, although He is not the author of evil or bad things. As we see through Job, God does allow bad things to happen, though.  Listen in to hear more. Featured Resource: <a href="https://www.lifeway.com/en/searchpage.html?searchTerms=job%20lisa%20harper" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Job: A Story of Unlikely Joy</a>

Why Do Bad Things Happen? with Lisa Harper

It shows the sin in the world and how sin has broken certain people, and that brokenness twists their minds and hearts that they feel they need to lash out. I hope that this helps my kids understand the profoundness of human need - that sin is constant and everywhere and our need for a Savior is obvious in all aspects of life and in every day. As Christians, what is our appropriate response?  It has to be more than simple social posts, but we can DO something. We can advocate before God that He will do something about it, give, or seek to influence for justice. We rest in the hope that all of this WILL be fixed. We rest in the hope that we have a way to be forgiven of sin because of Jesus and that one day He will return and He will clean up His Kingdom and all will be made right. 

It shows the sin in the world and how sin has broken certain people, and that brokenness twists their minds and hearts that they feel they need to lash out. I hope that this helps my kids understand the profoundness of human need - that sin is constant and everywhere and our need for a Savior is obvious in all aspects of life and in every day. As Christians, what is our appropriate response?  It has to be more than simple social posts, but we can DO something. We can advocate before God that He will do something about it, give, or seek to influence for justice. We rest in the hope that all of this WILL be fixed. We rest in the hope that we have a way to be forgiven of sin because of Jesus and that one day He will return and He will clean up His Kingdom and all will be made right.

Why Do School Shootings Happen? with Barnabas Piper

Dan Darling

Dan Darling is the Vice President for Communications for the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention (ERLC), and is the author of multiple books including, The Original Jesus. He writes regularly for Christianity Today’s CT Pastors, Relevant Magazine, The Gospel Coalition, For the Church, and others. He holds a bachelor’s degree in pastoral ministry and is a graduate of  Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dan and his wife Angela have four children and live in the Nashville area, where Dan serves at Green Hill Church as Pastor of Teaching and Discipleship. In this episode, we discuss human dignity, God's image and how it is present after sin's entry into the world, and how this truth should affect the way we treat others and think about others. Read more show notes at http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/in-gods-image

Dan Darling is the Vice President for Communications for the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention (ERLC), and is the author of multiple books including, The Original Jesus. He writes regularly for Christianity Today’s <a href="http://ctpastors.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CT Pastors</a>, Relevant Magazine, The Gospel Coalition, For the Church, and others. He holds a bachelor’s degree in pastoral ministry and is a graduate of  <a href="http://sbts.edu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Southern Baptist Theological Seminary</a>. Dan and his wife Angela have four children and live in the Nashville area, where Dan serves at Green Hill Church as Pastor of Teaching and Discipleship. In this episode, we discuss human dignity, God's image and how it is present after sin's entry into the world, and how this truth should affect the way we treat others and think about others. Read more show notes at <a href="http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/in-gods-image" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/in-gods-image</a>

How Are We Made in God's Image? with Dan Darling

Brian Dembowczyk

The quick answer is "God's glory," but it has far-reaching implications. Our lives are not for our own enjoyment or our own pleasure, but for Him. Why would God create a world He knew would rebel against Him?  We have to let some tension hang here, as we don't know all the ins and outs of the mind of God, but we know God created us knowing we would fall. He knew He would send Jesus. This question screams His love to us, which drives to His glory. The more we understand His love, the more we understand His glory. God knew the full ramifications of what was happening, and yet He chose to create nonetheless. Creation before the fall shows us what life will be like when Jesus returns and makes everything right again. Heaven by Randy Alcorn is super helpful (AND HIGHLY RECOMMENDED) to learn more here. Prior to the fall, Adam and Eve enjoyed their work and enjoyed one another. Our relationships that we know today will be changed in eternity, but all relationships, all work, and every moment will point to God's glory. Even right after Adam and Eve sinned, God slaughtered an animal and made Adam and Eve clothing. His plan to provide covering for their sin through the blood of Christ is already being foreshadowed here. We consistently see God's grace and humanity's need for Him throughout Scripture. Featured Resource: Cornerstones by Brian Dembowczyk is a fantastic resource that walks through 200 questions and answers to build a strong theology with kids. Read more at www.marycwiley.com/podcast/whydidgodcreate

The quick answer is "God's glory," but it has far-reaching implications. Our lives are not for our own enjoyment or our own pleasure, but for Him. Why would God create a world He knew would rebel against Him?  We have to let some tension hang here, as we don't know all the ins and outs of the mind of God, but we know God created us knowing we would fall. He knew He would send Jesus. This question screams His love to us, which drives to His glory. The more we understand His love, the more we understand His glory. God knew the full ramifications of what was happening, and yet He chose to create nonetheless. Creation before the fall shows us what life will be like when Jesus returns and makes everything right again. Heaven by Randy Alcorn is super helpful (AND HIGHLY RECOMMENDED) to learn more here. Prior to the fall, Adam and Eve enjoyed their work and enjoyed one another. Our relationships that we know today will be changed in eternity, but all relationships, all work, and every moment will point to God's glory. Even right after Adam and Eve sinned, God slaughtered an animal and made Adam and Eve clothing. His plan to provide covering for their sin through the blood of Christ is already being foreshadowed here. We consistently see God's grace and humanity's need for Him throughout Scripture. Featured Resource: Cornerstones by Brian Dembowczyk is a fantastic resource that walks through 200 questions and answers to build a strong theology with kids. Read more at <a href="http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/whydidgodcreate" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.marycwiley.com/podcast/whydidgodcreate</a>

Why Did God Create the World? with Brian Dembowczyk

Micah Fries

Why are there children who go to bed at night hungry? Why do earthquakes or tornados destroy entire towns? Micah Fries is here to answer our tough question today of "Why do bad things happen?"   Listen in as we talk about how sin has invaded every piece of life on earth, how we shouldn't sanitize Bible stories, and how we can parent kids who love God's Word. Read more of the show notes at www.marycwiley.com/podcast/why-bad-things-happen.

Why are there children who go to bed at night hungry? Why do earthquakes or tornados destroy entire towns? Micah Fries is here to answer our tough question today of "Why do bad things happen?"  Listen in as we talk about how sin has invaded every piece of life on earth, how we shouldn't sanitize Bible stories, and how we can parent kids who love God's Word. Read more of the show notes at <a href="http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/why-bad-things-happen" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.marycwiley.com/podcast/why-bad-things-happen</a>.

Why Do Bad Things Happen? with Micah Fries

Scarlet Hiltibidal

Sometimes God asks us to do things that are uncomfortable or challenging. We see it throughout Scripture, but we don't want it to be true of us. And, even when we step out in faith and do the hard things God has called us to do, it doesn't always work out like we hope. But, God is always in control and obedience s always what is most satisfying and brings the most peace, even when obedience leads us into difficult situations.  Today's featured resource is CentriKid Camps. Learn more at centrikid.com

Sometimes God asks us to do things that are uncomfortable or challenging. We see it throughout Scripture, but we don't want it to be true of us. And, even when we step out in faith and do the hard things God has called us to do, it doesn't always work out like we hope. But, God is always in control and obedience s always what is most satisfying and brings the most peace, even when obedience leads us into difficult situations.  Today's featured resource is CentriKid Camps. Learn more at <a href="http://centrikid.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">centrikid.com</a>

Why Does God Call Us to Hard Things? with Scarlet Hiltibidal

Brandon Smith

Brandon Smith discusses heaven, hell, and the new heaven and earth that will be ushered in when Jesus returns in today's episode. He talks with us about how to discuss eternity and these concepts with young kids, we talk about judgment houses and their versions of heaven and hell, (Anyone go to one of these in the early 2000s? Do churches still do these?) and how to raise kids who don't just seek Jesus for "fire insurance," but live obedient and faithful lives. Read more show notes at www.marycwiley.com/podcast/heaven-and-hell.

Brandon Smith discusses heaven, hell, and the new heaven and earth that will be ushered in when Jesus returns in today's episode. He talks with us about how to discuss eternity and these concepts with young kids, we talk about judgment houses and their versions of heaven and hell, (Anyone go to one of these in the early 2000s? Do churches still do these?) and how to raise kids who don't just seek Jesus for "fire insurance," but live obedient and faithful lives. Read more show notes at <a href="http://www.marycwiley.com/podcast/heaven-and-hell" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.marycwiley.com/podcast/heaven-and-hell</a>.

What is Heaven? What is Hell? Are They Real? with Brandon Smith

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