Rosaria Champagne Butterfield, a former tenured professor of English and women’s studies at Syracuse University, converted to Christ in 1999 in what she describes as a train wreck. Her memoir The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert chronicles that difficult journey.   In 1997, while Rosaria was researching the Religious Right “and their politics of hatred against people like me,” she wrote an article against the Promise Keepers. A response to that article triggered a meeting with Ken Smith, who became a resource on the Religious Right and their Bible, a confidant, and a friend. In 1999, after repeatedly reading the Bible in large chunks for her research, Rosaria converted to Christianity. Her first book, The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert, details her conversion and the cataclysmic fallout—in which she lost “everything but the dog,” yet gained eternal life in Christ.

Rosaria Champagne Butterfield, a former tenured professor of English and women’s studies at Syracuse University, converted to Christ in 1999 in what she describes as a train wreck. Her memoir The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert chronicles that difficult journey. In 1997, while Rosaria was researching the Religious Right “and their politics of hatred against people like me,” she wrote an article against the Promise Keepers. A response to that article triggered a meeting with Ken Smith, who became a resource on the Religious Right and their Bible, a confidant, and a friend. In 1999, after repeatedly reading the Bible in large chunks for her research, Rosaria converted to Christianity. Her first book, <a href="https://rosariabutterfield.com/secret-thoughts-of-an-unlikely-convert" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert</a>, details her conversion and the cataclysmic fallout—in which she lost “everything but the dog,” yet gained eternal life in Christ.

Minisodes - Secret thoughts of an Unlikely Convert

As our culture has adopted a hatred of children and family, simultaneously, reality t.v. has picked up a few families who seek to fill their "quiver" full of "arrows". If you are in homeschooling circles, or even watch these families on t.v., you probably have heard about or wondered: what exactly is the quiver full movement?   Betsy and Michelle discuss their findings and go over the main tenants of this ideology. What does it mean to be quiver full? What is Biblical and what isn't? Is there a current Biblical mandate to have children, and lots of them?   We could have discussed this topic for hours and still only scratch the surface. So, if you have related questions/comments, please feel free to email us at womenofthetable@gmail.com or message us on our social media platforms @womenofthetable

As our culture has adopted a hatred of children and family, simultaneously, reality t.v. has picked up a few families who seek to fill their "quiver" full of "arrows". If you are in homeschooling circles, or even watch these families on t.v., you probably have heard about or wondered: what exactly is the quiver full movement? Betsy and Michelle discuss their findings and go over the main tenants of this ideology. What does it mean to be quiver full? What is Biblical and what isn't? Is there a current Biblical mandate to have children, and lots of them? We could have discussed this topic for hours and still only scratch the surface. So, if you have related questions/comments, please feel free to email us at <a href="mailto:womenofthetable@gmail.com">womenofthetable@gmail.com</a> or message us on our social media platforms @womenofthetable

A Quiver Full of Questions

This episode we will be talking about something that we ALL have been guilty of and if we aren’t actively fighting against it, we probably are actively taking part in it…. Confirmation bias.   -What is it? -How can we fight it? -How is it connected to our identity and worldivew?

This episode we will be talking about something that we ALL have been guilty of and if we aren’t actively fighting against it, we probably are actively taking part in it…. Confirmation bias. -What is it? -How can we fight it? -How is it connected to our identity and worldivew?

Minisodes - Confirmation Bias

We have all heard of the term “toxic relationship” or the popular question of “when do I cut off a toxic person/relationship?” These pop psychology phrases have morphed into the social phenomena of “cancel culture” and echo chambers of “self love” But when Christians have fractured relationships with family or friends, or even members of Christ’s body of believers, how should we respond? Should we be asking the same questions that popular culture tells us to ask - evaluating what the other person brings to the relationship? Should we seek to rebuild relationships that have been poisoned by a past wrong, or even more popularly today, by identity politics? What does scripture say about relational restoration and its level of importance? What kind of hope can we have for restoring relationships?

We have all heard of the term “toxic relationship” or the popular question of “when do I cut off a toxic person/relationship?” These pop psychology phrases have morphed into the social phenomena of “cancel culture” and echo chambers of “self love” But when Christians have fractured relationships with family or friends, or even members of Christ’s body of believers, how should we respond? Should we be asking the same questions that popular culture tells us to ask - evaluating what the other person brings to the relationship? Should we seek to rebuild relationships that have been poisoned by a past wrong, or even more popularly today, by identity politics? What does scripture say about relational restoration and its level of importance? What kind of hope can we have for restoring relationships?

Relational Restoration in a World of "Toxicity"

To begin our newest series, "Women of the Table Minisodes", Betsy explores and reviews Gloria Furman’s “Glimpses of Grace”. This book focuses on God’s grace in the seemingly mundane moments of life. See what Betsy enjoyed about this book and her, very professional, star rating!

To begin our newest series, "Women of the Table Minisodes", Betsy explores and reviews Gloria Furman’s “Glimpses of Grace”. This book focuses on God’s grace in the seemingly mundane moments of life. See what Betsy enjoyed about this book and her, very professional, star rating!

Minisodes - Glimpses of Grace

Talking about the will of God is fraught with questions: How much does God really control? Is the future open or determined? Does God have a purpose for the way things are or is He sitting back, with his arms folded, watching it all happen? And how do we know if we are doing God's will? Join Betsy and Michelle as they recount the glorious, sovereign God who accomplishes all that He sets out to accomplish.

Talking about the will of God is fraught with questions: How much does God really control? Is the future open or determined? Does God have a purpose for the way things are or is He sitting back, with his arms folded, watching it all happen? And how do we know if we are doing God's will? Join Betsy and Michelle as they recount the glorious, sovereign God who accomplishes all that He sets out to accomplish.

He Does All That He Pleases

Join Women of the Table as they discuss the “hot topic” of Christian discipleship. What is discipleship? How should it be done? What are common hindrances and how can we answer those hindrances? And, can we solely do long distance discipleship? In this episode we also break down Susan Heck’s fabulous book on discipleship and respond to answers from our listeners regarding their own discipleship struggles.

Join Women of the Table as they discuss the “hot topic” of Christian discipleship. What is discipleship? How should it be done? What are common hindrances and how can we answer those hindrances? And, can we solely do long distance discipleship? In this episode we also break down Susan Heck’s fabulous book on discipleship and respond to answers from our listeners regarding their own discipleship struggles.

Heckn' Good Discipleship

Can Christians be funny? SHOULD they be funny? Can Christians have a God honoring sense of humor?!? Despite popular belief, Christians don't have to abandon humor in order to pursue Christian virtue. On the contrary, Christians should be the most joy-filled, grateful, and fun-loving people. Betsy and Michelle discuss how we should employ the gift of laughter, humor, and joking. Are there humorous instances in scripture? Can we properly understand the seriousness of sin and still laugh at a good joke? Or...make a good joke?!

Can Christians be funny? SHOULD they be funny? Can Christians have a God honoring sense of humor?!? Despite popular belief, Christians don't have to abandon humor in order to pursue Christian virtue. On the contrary, Christians should be the most joy-filled, grateful, and fun-loving people. Betsy and Michelle discuss how we should employ the gift of laughter, humor, and joking. Are there humorous instances in scripture? Can we properly understand the seriousness of sin and still laugh at a good joke? Or...make a good joke?!

Seriously Funny

Why should Christians think about technology? Technology offers insight into what problems human's seek to solve, and how (rightly and wrongly) to solve them, reveal our worldview, and change the way we operate on a daily basis.   In this episode, Michelle and Betsy are reunited after months of quarantine, and discuss a new TV show that involves uploading consciousness, Amish decision making, and cutting off limbs.   It's a fun one! We laughed and we cried, quite literally.   Let us know your thoughts on technology! How do you determine what tech to use and what to reject? Do you think we will use and develop technology in Heaven? And the ultimate question of: if we can, should we?   If you enjoyed this episode make sure to like, subscribe, comment, etc. We appreciate your feedback and support!

Why should Christians think about technology? Technology offers insight into what problems human's seek to solve, and how (rightly and wrongly) to solve them, reveal our worldview, and change the way we operate on a daily basis. In this episode, Michelle and Betsy are reunited after months of quarantine, and discuss a new TV show that involves uploading consciousness, Amish decision making, and cutting off limbs. It's a fun one! We laughed and we cried, quite literally. Let us know your thoughts on technology! How do you determine what tech to use and what to reject? Do you think we will use and develop technology in Heaven? And the ultimate question of: if we can, should we? If you enjoyed this episode make sure to like, subscribe, comment, etc. We appreciate your feedback and support!

Testing Technology and How it Changes Us

Chances are, you or someone you know, has experienced a form of mental turmoil or has been diagnosed with a mental illness. So, some questions must be asked: how, as Christians, should we view psychology and Christianity? What worldviews are at play and what are their implications? What are the dangers of taking a biblicist or solely scientific approach? If you are in Christ, what is God's purpose in this manner of suffering? Join @helloemilyurban on Women of the Table, and enjoy the discussion. Make sure to let us know your answers to these questions! Happy listening! If you enjoyed this episode make sure to share, rate, and subscribe!

Chances are, you or someone you know, has experienced a form of mental turmoil or has been diagnosed with a mental illness. So, some questions must be asked: how, as Christians, should we view psychology and Christianity? What worldviews are at play and what are their implications? What are the dangers of taking a biblicist or solely scientific approach? If you are in Christ, what is God's purpose in this manner of suffering? Join @helloemilyurban on Women of the Table, and enjoy the discussion. Make sure to let us know your answers to these questions! Happy listening! If you enjoyed this episode make sure to share, rate, and subscribe!

Psychology, Mental Health and Christianity

Two women who gather to the table to speak of Jesus and His Gospel

Love this podcast! Always fun and informative.

Love this podcast!

Love these ladies! Solid, encouraging podcast for women! Also, they are hilarious.

“Pray for each other...it’s not hard...”

Women of the Table

When prosperity gospel, word of faith, pragmatism, cultural Christianity and man-centered theology collide, you get the hideous creature called Moralistic Therapeutic Deism. Coined by a team of sociologists, this American religion hides in plain sight. Join Betsy and Michelle as they discuss the core tenants, easy to spot signs, and how to counteract this all too common belief system within American evangelical churches.

When prosperity gospel, word of faith, pragmatism, cultural Christianity and man-centered theology collide, you get the hideous creature called Moralistic Therapeutic Deism. Coined by a team of sociologists, this American religion hides in plain sight. Join Betsy and Michelle as they discuss the core tenants, easy to spot signs, and how to counteract this all too common belief system within American evangelical churches.

America's Religion: Moralistic Therapeutic Deism

"Bibliolatry" aka Bible worship. Is there a way we can turn Bible study into a sinful habit? Can we elevate scripture to a point where we are worshiping the Bible? What about the possibility of knowing the Bible, but not knowing Jesus? Betsy and Michelle discuss two common origins of this thought: Christian liberalism and hyper-charismatic camps. We also briefly touch on pastors who apostatize and KJV-onlyism. Make sure to subscribe/rate/review. . .. Below are some further clarifications for this particular episode: WOTT holds to to the 5 Solas, including Sola Scriptura; meaning that the only authoritative, divinely inspired text, is the Bible. The Bible is infallible and inerrant in its original text and is fully sufficient for salvation and godliness. We also believe that it is beneficial to utilize the knowledge and wisdom that God has gifted faithful biblical scholars to better understand scripture, but that scripture is illuminated to the believer by the Holy Spirit. Without the Holy Spirit's work in our lives, we would be hopeless to understand scripture to a salvific end. . In line with Sola Scriptura, WOTT believes that the office of apostle and prophet are no longer active and that the only sure place we can hear the voice of God is through the Spirit inspired text of the Bible. . For further information on what WOTT believe regarding these matters, you may benefit from listening to our earlier episode on prophecy, called: fortune cookie prophecy - https://www.podbean.com/ea/pb-csqah-c1eb07

"Bibliolatry" aka Bible worship. Is there a way we can turn Bible study into a sinful habit? Can we elevate scripture to a point where we are worshiping the Bible? What about the possibility of knowing the Bible, but not knowing Jesus? Betsy and Michelle discuss two common origins of this thought: Christian liberalism and hyper-charismatic camps. We also briefly touch on pastors who apostatize and KJV-onlyism. Make sure to subscribe/rate/review. . . . Below are some further clarifications for this particular episode: WOTT holds to to the 5 Solas, including Sola Scriptura; meaning that the only authoritative, divinely inspired text, is the Bible. The Bible is infallible and inerrant in its original text and is fully sufficient for salvation and godliness. We also believe that it is beneficial to utilize the knowledge and wisdom that God has gifted faithful biblical scholars to better understand scripture, but that scripture is illuminated to the believer by the Holy Spirit. Without the Holy Spirit's work in our lives, we would be hopeless to understand scripture to a salvific end. . In line with Sola Scriptura, WOTT believes that the office of apostle and prophet are no longer active and that the only sure place we can hear the voice of God is through the Spirit inspired text of the Bible. . For further information on what WOTT believe regarding these matters, you may benefit from listening to our earlier episode on prophecy, called: fortune cookie prophecy - <a href="https://www.podbean.com/ea/pb-csqah-c1eb07" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.podbean.com/ea/pb-csqah-c1eb07</a>

Bibliolatry: is it lurking beneath your Bible study? And how you do you even say it?

Betsy and Michelle talk purity culture, a new wave of public school education policy, and what it meant to really be pure. 

Betsy and Michelle talk purity culture, a new wave of public school education policy, and what it meant to really be pure.

Culture's Purity Pendulum

This week Michelle and Betsy tackle the subject of nominal Christianity. What does nominal Christianity mean and what does it look like? What should we do if we suspect a loved one is living this life? They share a bit of their testimonies and how this subject hit them close to home. More importantly, Michelle and Betsy dig into the bible to see what it says about making Jesus the Lord of your life and what true salvation looks like.

This week Michelle and Betsy tackle the subject of nominal Christianity. What does nominal Christianity mean and what does it look like? What should we do if we suspect a loved one is living this life? They share a bit of their testimonies and how this subject hit them close to home. More importantly, Michelle and Betsy dig into the bible to see what it says about making Jesus the Lord of your life and what true salvation looks like.

Nominal Christianity 

Many Christians struggle frequently with spiritual apathy. Sometimes we find it hard to feel joy in reading God's word, serving others, fighting sin, and loving God. Betsy and Michelle investigate why we need to fight the sin of apathy, common causes, and how the Spirit gives us the ability to contend with Apathy. If you enjoyed this episode and were encouraged, would you subscribe/like/rate and share? Make sure to check out our blog at wott.blog and follow us on Instagram for more content. You can also support us at patreon, where you will find bonus content only for partners! 18:00 Shout out to Morgan W. for her support on Patreon! 19:00 what are you reading segment

Many Christians struggle frequently with spiritual apathy. Sometimes we find it hard to feel joy in reading God's word, serving others, fighting sin, and loving God. Betsy and Michelle investigate why we need to fight the sin of apathy, common causes, and how the Spirit gives us the ability to contend with Apathy. If you enjoyed this episode and were encouraged, would you subscribe/like/rate and share? Make sure to check out our blog at wott.blog and follow us on Instagram for more content. You can also support us at patreon, where you will find bonus content only for partners! 18:00 Shout out to Morgan W. for her support on Patreon! 19:00 what are you reading segment

Fight the Good Fight: Enduring Spiritual Apathy

In a language full of homonyms, hate speech, and hundreds of newly created words every year, sometimes we have to stop and ask "What are you talking about?" Join Betsy and Michelle as they discuss words and their meanings in a postmodern society - how it relates to mental health, apologetics, and where to go from here.  16:30 - topic discussion begins

In a language full of homonyms, hate speech, and hundreds of newly created words every year, sometimes we have to stop and ask "What are you talking about?" Join Betsy and Michelle as they discuss words and their meanings in a postmodern society - how it relates to mental health, apologetics, and where to go from here.  16:30 - topic discussion begins

What Are You Talking About?

Do you bear the fruit of fools: Unrighteous anger? Betsy and Michelle explore the culture of rage, personal expressions of anger, and most of all - what Scripture has to say on the topic.

Do you bear the fruit of fools: Unrighteous anger? Betsy and Michelle explore the culture of rage, personal expressions of anger, and most of all - what Scripture has to say on the topic.

Fruit of the Fool

This week’s episode of WotT is hosted by Betsy and her husband Travis! Travis and Betsy sit down to discuss how serving the body of Christ is a call for all Christians. They look to the Bible to see examples of Jesus serving his people and how every act service should bring glory to God. They also offer up practical points on how to serve and how not to. We hope this episode spurs you on to love and serve the church even more! 

This week’s episode of WotT is hosted by Betsy and her husband Travis! Travis and Betsy sit down to discuss how serving the body of Christ is a call for all Christians. They look to the Bible to see examples of Jesus serving his people and how every act service should bring glory to God. They also offer up practical points on how to serve and how not to. We hope this episode spurs you on to love and serve the church even more!

Service to the Glory of God

Have you been devilishly duped? Have you bought into lies propagated as truth within culture or even the mainstream church? Betsy and Michelle talk about discernment: the need, command, gift, and the lack of it in Christian circles today. Don't be duped! Get discerning!

Have you been devilishly duped? Have you bought into lies propagated as truth within culture or even the mainstream church? Betsy and Michelle talk about discernment: the need, command, gift, and the lack of it in Christian circles today. Don't be duped! Get discerning!

Devilishly Duped

WOTT'S BEST EPISODE YET! YOU WON'T BELIEVE WHAT THEY SAY!! IT IS LIFE CHANGING AND YOU SIMPLY WON'T BE THE SAME! Just kidding, you will probably remain the same, but tag along with Betsy and Michelle as they discuss the power of sensationalism, how we can become desensitized to truly sensational things, how sensationalism can affect evangelism, and ultimately their disdain for click-bait. CHOO-CHOO!

WOTT'S BEST EPISODE YET! YOU WON'T BELIEVE WHAT THEY SAY!! IT IS LIFE CHANGING AND YOU SIMPLY WON'T BE THE SAME! Just kidding, you will probably remain the same, but tag along with Betsy and Michelle as they discuss the power of sensationalism, how we can become desensitized to truly sensational things, how sensationalism can affect evangelism, and ultimately their disdain for click-bait. CHOO-CHOO!

All Aboard the Hype Train!!

This week, Women of the Table begin their first series! This series of episodes will cover the doctrine of Hell. In our introductory episode, Betsy and Michelle discuss: Why talk about Hell? Is Hell an essential Christian doctrine? What are some wrong ways to go about it? We also talk through a few current events from this past week that are quite timely for our current topic. Through our study of this doctrine, we pray you are encouraged to share the Gospel in its entirety, to those in your vicinity. . If you enjoyed this episode, please share, rate, and subscribe to continue with us on this series. 

This week, Women of the Table begin their first series! This series of episodes will cover the doctrine of Hell. In our introductory episode, Betsy and Michelle discuss: Why talk about Hell? Is Hell an essential Christian doctrine? What are some wrong ways to go about it? We also talk through a few current events from this past week that are quite timely for our current topic. Through our study of this doctrine, we pray you are encouraged to share the Gospel in its entirety, to those in your vicinity. . If you enjoyed this episode, please share, rate, and subscribe to continue with us on this series.

 Doctrine of Hell Series: episode 1 - Hell?

In this holiday special, Betsy and Michelle talk the future of Women of the Table, what they have learned about God this year, play "would you rather", and consider the things they are thankful for. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to like/rate and subscribe! 

In this holiday special, Betsy and Michelle talk the future of Women of the Table, what they have learned about God this year, play "would you rather", and consider the things they are thankful for. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to like/rate and subscribe!

Thanksgiving Special: thanks for being my friend

Join the girls as they talk modern day prophecy, mysticism, whether these are Gospel issues, and how you can really hear from the Lord.

Join the girls as they talk modern day prophecy, mysticism, whether these are Gospel issues, and how you can really hear from the Lord.

Fortune Cookie Prophecy

This week Michelle and Betsy talk about laziness and productivity! The effects of our laziness goes beyond dirty dishes and laundry (even though that is important). Laziness gives way to complacency and bad excuses for not taking care of what God has given to us. The girls discuss how God created work to be good and how we can honor God at our jobs inside and outside of the home. They go beyond opinions and look at what the bible has to say!

This week Michelle and Betsy talk about laziness and productivity! The effects of our laziness goes beyond dirty dishes and laundry (even though that is important). Laziness gives way to complacency and bad excuses for not taking care of what God has given to us. The girls discuss how God created work to be good and how we can honor God at our jobs inside and outside of the home. They go beyond opinions and look at what the bible has to say!

The Soul of the Sluggard

In this episode of Women of the Table the girls discuss victimhood mentality. How the world uses this to elevate self, gain attention and validation. They also look to the Word of God and to the sacrifice of Jesus to put this all into a Godly perspective. 

In this episode of Women of the Table the girls discuss victimhood mentality. How the world uses this to elevate self, gain attention and validation. They also look to the Word of God and to the sacrifice of Jesus to put this all into a Godly perspective.

Victimhood: The Cultural Trump Card

Join the girls as they discuss another attribute of God - his goodness! How does God’s goodness compare to man’s goodness? How can a powerful and good God permit suffering and evil in the world? And what should be our response to His goodness?

Join the girls as they discuss another attribute of God - his goodness! How does God’s goodness compare to man’s goodness? How can a powerful and good God permit suffering and evil in the world? And what should be our response to His goodness?

Oh, Goodness!

You're looking hungry! Have a seat at the table to hear about the Word our souls can feast on. We discuss: What is the Bible? Why can we trust it? Do we really need to read it - how much, and how can we? This may seem elementary to some, but see the feast the Lord has given us in fresh light and renew your craving! Make sure to listen to the end, as we announce a super amazing PRIZE! You don't want to miss out on this!

You're looking hungry! Have a seat at the table to hear about the Word our souls can feast on. We discuss: What is the Bible? Why can we trust it? Do we really need to read it - how much, and how can we? This may seem elementary to some, but see the feast the Lord has given us in fresh light and renew your craving! Make sure to listen to the end, as we announce a super amazing PRIZE! You don't want to miss out on this!

You Look Hungry

Immutable

Join Betsy and Michelle as they start investigating the attributes of God. In this episode the girls discuss God's immutability, what that means, why it matters, and the great comfort that believers can have in an unchanging God. 

Join Betsy and Michelle as they start investigating the attributes of God. In this episode the girls discuss God's immutability, what that means, why it matters, and the great comfort that believers can have in an unchanging God.

The Immutable God

The Old Testament does a great job at showing the nature of man and our natural depravity, but often we unintentionally unhitch from studying the nitty-gritty contained within those books. Tag along with Michelle on this solo-mission to see the benefits of reading and studying the Old Testament!

The Old Testament does a great job at showing the nature of man and our natural depravity, but often we unintentionally unhitch from studying the nitty-gritty contained within those books. Tag along with Michelle on this solo-mission to see the benefits of reading and studying the Old Testament!

Out with the Old?

In this special revisit episode, Betsy and Michelle reveal a change of heart! What happened?! The girls open with discussion about the latest feminist video floating around and have a helpful Q&amp;A on head covering. If you enjoyed this video, make sure to listen to our part one "Head Covering: Principle or Custom?" Also make sure to subscribe, like, or rate - and let us know what you think!

In this special revisit episode, Betsy and Michelle reveal a change of heart! What happened?! The girls open with discussion about the latest feminist video floating around and have a helpful Q&amp;A on head covering. If you enjoyed this video, make sure to listen to our part one "Head Covering: Principle or Custom?" Also make sure to subscribe, like, or rate - and let us know what you think!

Head Covering: Revisited

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Best Episodes on Science, Humans & The World

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