Her Renewed Strength | Bible Study, Christian Theology, Christian Women
Her Renewed Strength is a Christian podcast hosted by Erika Diaz-Castro, a Bible teacher and life coach. The show aims to help women deepen their understanding of Scripture and grow in their faith. Episodes cover Bible study tips, theology, and spiritual disciplines, encouraging listeners to engage with God's Word and live out their faith boldly.
Episodes
246: How Your Theology Affects the Way You Cope with Stress, Suffering, or Other Life Struggles as a Christian Woman
Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, I scratch the surface of suffering and what it means to suffer with God as we cope with stress, afflictions, and life struggles… I’ll explain how one’s theology affects the way a person copes in hard seasons, and how we can practically shift our focus back to our High Priest… If you feel like your world is getting rocked, you’re not alone. Today, we’re
245: My LACK of Faith AND The LIES Women Believe... Reflections + Encouragement for Christian Women
Welcome back to the show! I'm so glad you're here and excited to share this episode, which is filled with reflections, testimonies of God's faithfulness, stories of my struggles, and encouragement for YOU. If you're filled with faith, love the Bible, or wish those one or both of things applied to you, this episode is for you!
In this episode, I open up about why I've been missing and how all the
244: A Way in the Wilderness... Walking Through Desolate Places with Kristel Acevedo
Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, you’ll hear from a dear sister in the faith, Kristel Acevedo, who shared a little about her journey to Jesus and how the Lord met her in the desolate places of her own wilderness seasons. We also talked about a beautiful Bible study she wrote, titled, A Way in the Wilderness: Meeting God in the Desolate Places of Scripture--A 6-Week Bible Study with V
243: Did Jesus Experience a PHYSICAL Resurrection? Unpacking the Evidence with Dr. Mike Licona
Welcome back to the show! Today’s episode is a special treat I reserved for this last week of Lent, which we call holy week. As we approach Resurrection Sunday and celebrate the FACT that our Lord, Jesus Christ, IS RISEN, I’m excited to share a conversation with Dr. Mike Licona on the Resurrection of Jesus.
Dr. Licona is no stranger to the show. I had the privilege of hosting him on the podcast
242: Pro-Life Series Part 1... Are You Really Pro-life or Are You Just Anti-abortion? with Emily Berning of Let Them Live
Welcome back! In today's episode, I share a conversation I had with Emily Berning, president and co-founder of Let Them Live, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to saving lives from abortion by financially supporting women in crisis pregnancies. She has been involved with the pro-life movement for over eight years and her greatest passion in life is giving pregnant women the support they need to cho
241: Christian Theology Essentials Part 6...THESE 3 Ancient Heresies Are STILL Around Today... Recap of the FREE Theology Class for Christian Women
Welcome back! In today's episode, I recap the FREE theology class I taught for Christian women last week, titled "Modern Heresies." This is the last segment of our Christian Theology Essentials Series. In this episode, you'll learn why the Council of Nicaea was important and what three heresies are still around today. I hope this blesses you, sharpens your discernment, and ignites a passion to lea
240: Christian Theology Essentials Part 5... Are Heresies Still Around?! Exploring THIS Popular Heretical Teaching… +FREE THEOLOGY CLASS!
Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, I share a little about heresies and offer a RECENT example of WHY it’s so important to know what you believe so you can protect against heretical teachings and defend the Christian faith.
As a reminder, my FREE theology class, MODERN HERESIES is going down tomorrow at 1PM EST/10AM PST on Zoom. If you can’t join me live, register anyway and I will se
239: Christian Theology Essentials Part 4... Where Did the Term "Trinity" Come From? Quick Notes on Church History & Tertullian for Christian Women
Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, I’m answering the question, “Where did the term ‘Trinity’ come from?” If you’re a new Christian or just not sure why this question would be posed, it’s because the term “Trinity” is not actually found in the Bible. In fact, that is a major contention of those who oppose the Trinitarian doctrine. My goal today is to share a little church history to help
238: Christian Theology Essentials Part 3... Three Analogies We Need To Stop Using To Explain the Trinity as Christian Women
Welcome back to the show! We're officially in part 3 of our Christian Theology Essentials Series, which is focused on the doctrine of the Trinity. Today's episode is short and to the point! If you want to know what NOT to say when explaining the Trinity as a Christian woman, this episode is for you. I pray the series blesses you. Let's get into it!
Register for the FREE class here!
237: Christian Theology Essentials Part 2... What Do We REALLY Know About the Triune God? Understanding Our Creator as Christian Women
Welcome back to the show! In today’s episode, we’re diving into part 2 of our Christian Theology Essentials Series. I’m answering the question: What do we really know about the Triune God? This question is important because when we understand what God has revealed to us about Himself, we are positioned to have a deeper reverence for Him and grow in our relationship with the Lord, both in our perso
236: Season 3 Kickoff! Christian Theology Essentials Part 1... Simplifying One of the Most Confusing Core Doctrines for Christian Women
Welcome back to Her Renewed Strength-The Podcast! We’re back after this winter break. This season, we have much in store for you and the HRS Community. For the next eight weeks, we are diving into the Doctrine of the Trinity, which is, arguably, one of the most confusing doctrines for people to understand. In today's episode, I'll explain why you should care about theology and why the Doctrine of
234: Firm Foundations Series Part 2... Remaining Faithful When It Seems Like the Suffering Won't End with Dr. Johnice Littlejohn
Welcome back to the show! We are in week two of our Firm Foundations Series. In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Johnice Littlejohn to talk about remaining faithful during seasons of suffering.
Dr. Johnice F. Littlejohn, DO MPH, is currently a psychiatry resident physician in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She is a graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy, where she majored in Biology and minored in
233: Firm Foundations Series Part 1... Worried About Culture’s Impact on Christianity? How To Have Bold Faith in Godless Times with Dr. Glenn Kreider
Welcome back to the show! We are in a new series called Firm Foundations. This series will feature real-life examples of believers who are rooted in Christ and living out their faith boldly, despite cultural temptations or tough circumstances.
In today’s episode, I sat with my theology professor, Dr. Glenn Kreider, about the cultural impact on Christians. We talked about being a Christian in tod
232: All Things Apologetics Series Part 3... Are You Blending Christianity with Something Else? Exploring the Worldview Spectrum with Shanda Fulbright
Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I sat down with Shanda Fulbright. Shanda is no stranger to the show. You may remember her from part 5 of our Theology Matters Series: Should You Know How To Defend Your Faith as a Christian Woman? . . . If you missed that episode, let me tell you a little about Shanda…
Shanda Fulbright is a wife, mom to three boys, and the host of the Her Faith Inspires
231: How To Trust God During Seasons of Waiting... +2024 RENEWED CONFERENCE! Details Inside!
We are a few days away from the start of the 2024 RENEWED Conference. Today, I want to share a little behind the scenes about what happened in my life (in 2023) that led to me choosing this year’s theme: waiting well.
If you are not already registered, this is a must-listen for you, as I’ll share exactly what to expect, including a breakdown of each speaker, session, and all the bonuses you get
230: All Things Apologetics Series Part 2... Raising Christian Kids in a Culture That Hates Jesus with Ricky Arnel
Welcome back to another episode of Her Renewed Strength–The Podcast! We are in week TWO of our All Things Apologetics Series and today’s episode features a conversation between myself and Ricky Arnel. We spoke about worldview formation, the different worldviews that are prominent in today’s culture, discipleship, and how to raise kids in the faith.
Ricky was born and raised in Muskogee Oklahoma.
229: All Things Apologetics Part 1... If the Bible is Trustworthy, Why Are There Contradictions in the Gospel Accounts? with Dr. Mike Licona
Welcome back to the show! In this episode, I sat to speak with Dr. Mike Licona, a New Testament scholar, professor of New Testament studies, author and speaker. We discussed his most recent book, Jesus, Contradicted: Why the Gospels Tell the Same Story Differently, which addresses contradictions in the gospels and offers, what he believes to be, more plausible approaches to understanding those dif
228: Cancer Survivor Series Part 4... How Breast Cancer Saved Her Life +Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Tanya Engesether
Welcome back to the show and to our final episode in the Cancer Survivor Series. This episode is very special because, as you may know, October is officially breast cancer awareness month and I wanted to bring someone onto the show who has walked through the refining fire of breast cancer. So, I decided to bring on my friend, podcasting peer, and our sister in Christ, Tanya Engesether.
Tanya is
227: Cancer Survivor Series Part 3... Is God's Grace Repulsive? Unpacking the Hard Reality of Surviving Cancer
We are in part 3 of the Cancer Survivor Series, and today I am speaking about the struggles of cancer survivorship, how God’s grace can be repulsive (yes, I said REPULSIVE), and how negative feelings stem from a distorted view of God. Throughout this episode, I unpack the struggles of surviving cancer and how God's loving kindness was painful to receive.
2024 RENEWED Conference registration is n
226: Cancer Survivor Series Part 2... 5 Things I Did During Chemo To Grow In My Faith & Reduce Physical & Spiritual Toxins
Welcome back to the Cancer Survivor Series! We are in part two and today I will continue to share about my walk through cancer. I’ll focus on 2021 and the six-month period during which I went through chemotherapy. As you listen to the five things I did during chemo to grow in my faith, you’ll also notice this time was a concerted effort to reduce physical and spiritual toxins as I surrendered to t
225: Cancer Survivor Series Part 1... My Five-Year Fight and How God Used A Deadly Diagnosis To Transform Me as a Christian Woman
Welcome back to the show! We are officially in our Cancer Survivor Series. In today’s episode, I’m going to share about the road to getting the cancer diagnosis, navigating cancer for five years, and what led to me eventually saying yes to chemotherapy. Through this journey, I’ll illustrate just how the Lord used this season to transform me. So, I hope this episode is helpful to you or even someon
224: Season 2 Kickoff! Understanding the Household of God in Ephesians 2:19-22...A Bible Study for Christian Women
Welcome to season 2 of Her Renewed Strength-The Podcast! I'm so glad to be back with you for this season of the show and excited to share what you can look forward to in the coming months. In today's episode, I give you a preview of what's to come and share a passage that deepened my appreciation and gratitude for my salvation. I take you deep into Ephesians 2:19-22! So, you're going to want to ta
223: Theology Matters Series Part FIVE… Should You Know How To Defend Your Faith as a Christian Woman? Apologetics 101 with Shanda Fulbright
Welcome to part FIVE of our Theology Matters Series. This is the final episode in our Theology Matters Series, and the final episode of this long, almost 3-year season as we prepare to take a break this summer. In today’s episode, I took time to speak with Shanda Fulbright, and answer the question: should you know how to defend your faith as a Christian woman? This episode is all about apologetics
222: Theology Matters Series Part FOUR... How Your Theology Influences Your Discipleship & Relationships as a Christian Woman
Welcome to part FOUR of this Theology Matters Series. Today I take time to answer the question: how does theology affect discipleship and your relationships as a Christian woman?
There are two primary areas I focus on during this episode: discipleship [how you intentionally or unintentionally disciple others] and accountability in your relationships [specifically your relationships with other C
221: Theology Matters Series Part THREE... How Your Theology Impacts Your Health as a Christian Woman with Robin Rhine McDonald
Welcome to PART THREE of our Theology Matters Series! In today’s episode, I share a conversation I had with Robin Rhine McDonald.
Robin Rhine McDonald is a Faith-Based Holistic Health Coach, proud mom and wife with a passion for supporting and empowering Jesus-loving women to gain true health while losing weight through her sustainable, grace-based process. She loves to help women ditch chronic
220: Theology Matters Series Part TWO... Are You Reading The Bible CORRECTLY? How Your Bible Study Affects Your Walk as a Christian Woman with Heather Preston
Welcome to part two of our Theology Matters Series! Today, I’m sharing a conversation with my friend, Heather Preston.
Heather is a professional writer with a Master of Arts in Theological Studies. As a consultant she works with churches and pastors and has a passion for academic collaborations. Heather hosts a podcast called Scripts on Scripture where she discusses all things Bible with pastor
219: Theology Matters Series Part ONE... What is Theology? Do You Need It To Grow As A Christian Woman?
Welcome to this month’s series… THEOLOGY MATTERS!
If you’ve been craving a deeper dive into theology, this series is one you don’t want to miss! I’m so excited to dive into the topic of theology, why it matters and how it affects our everyday walks as Christian women. In today’s series intro, I’m going to answer the questions: What is theology? Why does theology matter? Do we need theology to gr
218: Christ Centered Productivity Series Part FOUR... Fitting Your God-Sized Goals Into Your Busy Schedule As A Christian Woman
Hey sis! In this episode, I'm adding a special BONUS episode that is all about fitting your God-sized goals into your busy schedule. If you've ever wondered when you'll have time to work on that dream or goal... or just want to better understand how to fit goals into an already packed schedule, this episode is for you! I pray this blesses you!
🚨 There is some background noise that I have to apolog
217: Christ Centered Productivity Series Part THREE... How To Create A Schedule That Puts Jesus First As A Christian Woman
We are in part three of the Christ Centered Productivity Series! In today’s episode, we cover STEP THREE of the Christ Centered Productivity Framework (CCPF): building a SCHEDULE that puts Jesus first! If you have not yet listened to parts 1 and 2, go back and listen to those episodes in order!
You can click here to listen to PART ONE and click here to listen to PART TWO.
This episode will hel
216: Christ Centered Productivity Series Part TWO... Want To Feel Closer To God? How The Time Calculator Will Help You Find Time for the Lord as a Christian Woman
We are in part TWO of the Christ Centered Productivity Series, and I’m highlighting STEP TWO of the Christ Centered Productivity Framework. If you skipped part one, please go back and listen to Episode 215! In this series, the episodes progressively build on the last because I’m sharing a specific framework or process. Jumping into the middle of it will not help you or make a ton of sense. In step
215: Christ Centered Productivity Series Part ONE... How To Use A Schedule Audit To Identify The Idols In Your Life As A Christian Woman
Today, we are diving into Part ONE of the Christ Centered Productivity Series that we are hosting this month. This is a four-part series, and today we are going to cover step ONE of the framework. This step will help you identify the idols in your life because, let’s be honest, whatever is most important to you will get your time! This is a great episode for anyone who wants to put Jesus first in
214: How To KNOW What God Has Called You To, Live Purposefully & Identify When You’re Out of Alignment as a Christian Woman…with Shayla Hilton!
Well, hello! I hope you are having a fabulous Tuesday! We are just about done with February, and only have one month left in quarter 1… Can you believe it?! Well, today, I have a treat for you! My friend Shayla Hilton joined me for a conversation that truly blessed me. Honestly, even while we were talking, I felt like it was a convo the Lord let us have just so I could go back and relisten. We tal
213: The Problem of "Not Enough Time" and What It ACTUALLY Says About Your Time Management as a Christian Woman
There’s this phrase that I was notorious for using when I was asked if I followed through on something I said I was going to do or wanted to do…it went something like, “I tried, but I just don’t have enough time…” This happened a lot when I was younger, and today I’m going to share the scenarios I used it the most. I’m also going to explain what this phrase actually means as it pertains to your ti
212: Are You Sacrificing Your Priorities As A Busy Christian Woman? 3 Proverbs to Help You Improve Productivity!
In today's episode, I'm throwing it back to 2021, when I first shared these three Proverbs! Since then, I've been even more aware of how easy it can be to sacrifice my wellness or even my walk with the Lord because of my decision to remain busy. Well, if that's you, these passages are FOR YOU!
You don't have to be so busy that you sacrifice what matters most.
You don't have to compromise on you
211: When You Just Want To Quit… Dealing with Disappointment & Doubt as a Christian Woman
Hey sis! Today, I'm taking a little break from all the productivity & time management talk because the Lord put something on my heart that I just NEEDED to share.
I don't know about you, but seasons of doubt, discouragement and disappointment are rough. Today, I share about my own experiences in this current season, which appear to be similar to what many of you are going through, too. I pra
210: When Will All Your Effort Lead To Better Productivity & Time Management? 3 Things To Consider When You’re Working Toward A Goal as an Anxious or Overwhelmed Christian Woman
Hey hey! Happy Tuesday, sis! I hope you are having a fabulous day at the time you’re tuning in. Today, I’m going to offer some biblical encouragement and perspective on the topic of accomplishing what you set out to do… specifically with respect to actually seeing improvements in your productivity and time management. Does this sound like you? You’re trying your best, doing what you believe the Lo
209: She Got Confidence, Encouragement, Systems & Learned How To Get Her Life Together... Bonnie Jean Schaefer Spills the Tea on What It Was Like Working with Erika!
In this client tell-all, Bonnie Jean Schaefer shares her experience working with Erika Diaz-Castro, and all the amazing fruit that came investing in working with a Christian life coach! If you want to know what its like to work with Erika, this is for you!
By the way... The doors are officially open for you to join us inside the Christ Centered Productivity Framework GROUP COACHING EXPERIENCE!
208: FREE PRODUCTIVITY WORKSHOP FOR ANXIOUS, OVERWHELMED CHRISTIAN WOMEN! Details Inside!!!
Hey friend! Today, I'm so excited to share about a FREE productivity workshop I'm hosting this Thursday, and spilling ALL the details about what it is, who it's for, why you need to be there and what it'll cost you if you skip.
If you are a Christian woman who is always busy, but struggle to be productive... if you want to master time management and have more time for what matters to you... if y
207: Not Sure Where Your Time Is Going? 4 Steps to Identifying The Holes In Your Schedule & Instantly Improving Your Time Management As A Christian Woman!
Hey you! If you’re anything like I used to be, you’ve caught yourself saying, “I don’t know where my time goes.” Time management and productivity aren't taught in school, so if you're struggling with either, don't feel bad! Whether you’re always running late to things or just trying to get caught up on your long to-do list, you may still find yourself falling behind and pressed for time. If you wa
206: Is Your Relationship with God Taking a Backseat To Your To-Do List? Try These 2 Things To Have More Intentional Time with the Lord as a Christian Woman!
If your relationship with the Lord takes a hit when you’re busy, listen up. I’m guilty of putting Jesus on the back burner when life gets hectic. Trust me, I’m not perfect! That’s the reason I know how harmful of a habit it is.
Today, I’m giving you two very simple, straight forward strategies you can implement today if you recognize your time with the Lord coming in second to your to-do list.
205: Can You Afford To Rest When You Have So Much To Do? Biblical Truths About REST & Its Effect on Time Management for Overwhelmed Christian Women
The Holy Spirit has prompted me to speak about rest. As believers, we can be tempted to believe that rest is optional, especially when things become busy. We worry about taking time to rest. We worry about slowing down. We worry about taking that tactical pause because we worry about all the things we still have to do. So, today, I want to speak to the root of your issue and help you shift your pe
204: Why Your To Do List Isn’t Improving Your Time Management or Productivity… +Why It’s Actually Making You MORE Anxious and Overwhelmed!
What up, sis! I’m not sure if you’re aware of this, but your to-do list is actually NOT contributing to improving your time management or productivity. Instead, it’s making you anxious and contributing to the overwhelm. In this episode, I’ll share WHY that’s the case, and I’ll give you a mindset reframe to help you think about how to remedy this situation.
Before we get into it, don’t forget to
203: Struggling with Time Management? Change Starts with YOU... 3 Beliefs You Need To Shift If You Want To Get More Done & Be Productive as an Overwhelmed Christian Woman in 2024!
Welcome back! I'm talking about mindset today because you cannot improve in time management or productivity if you don't first shift your mindset. Trust me, if this wasn't necessary, I wouldn't bother. I'm the FIRST person to say, "just give me the step-by-step." HOWEVER, it's not all about WHAT you're doing... it's more about HOW YOU'RE THINKING about what you're doing.
The truth is, you can’t
202: If You Felt Unprepared & Scatterbrained In 2023, THIS Is Why... PLUS 3 Time Management Tips To Help You Get Productive & Be Less Overwhelmed as a Christian Woman!
Happy New Year! Have you ever gone through something and, when you look back at it, you’re like, “wow, that was hard.” Yep, that was 2023… for A LOT of us! Well, after connecting with a lot of women inside The Community, including some past and current clients, I KNOW it was hard to focus this year with most of the complaints centering around being so busy, feeling unprepared and just being scatte
201: Want To Be More Productive In 2024?! Leave These 2 Limiting Beliefs In 2023 If You Want To See True Transformation In Your Time Management As An Anxious, Overwhelmed Christian Woman!
What is up, sister friend! As I was reflecting on everything I shared this past Tuesday, including the time management tips and productivity strategies that helped me get to new levels in 2023, I also reflected on the things that held me back in 2023... I realized these limiting beliefs are the very lies my clients (and even my friends!) subscribed too.
There are TWO limiting beliefs that I real
200: How My Productivity Skyrocketed in 2023, Despite Many Emotional Lows…The EXACT Mindset Shifts & Time Management Methods! +Quick Q4 Recap & 2024 Announcements!
What’s up, friends! For the last couple of years, I’ve done a Q4 Recap, but this year, I want to look at 2023 in totality and share the themes and lessons of the year, including the really hard things. PLUS, I’m revealing the EXACT mindset shifts and time management methods that skyrocketed my productivity in one of the hardest years for my family and I.
I also share announcements regarding wh
199: Feeling Anxious About Money? Become A Better Steward With This SIMPLE Financial System featuring Shana & Vanessa!
Do you want to be debt free?! Does money trigger feelings of stress or anxiety for you? Do you have a good financial system in place? Sis, today you are in for a treat! I have the hosts of the Financial Coaching for Women podcast, Shana and Vanessa, on the show today.
Shana & Vanessa are best friends, business partners and hosts of a fast-growing podcast that gets over 6,000 plays a week. B
198: Are You A Christian Woman Suffering From Overwhelm or Burnout This Holiday Season? 10 Ways To Have Joy When Poor Time Management Has You Stressedwith Michelle Byrd
Sis, are you already exhausted this holiday season? I know things get real crazy real fast, schedules fill up and all the extroverting you’re doing is calling for more caffeine. It can be hard to have joy when you feel so run down, so I decided to share a conversation I had with my friend, Michelle Byrd, who you last heard from in Episode 117: Want To Fit In Devotional Time EACH & EVERY DAY? I
197: “But I’m Still Single…” Why You Need To STOP Using Your Marital Status as an Excuse to Play Small in 2024 with Bonnie Jean Schaefer
Well, hello! Today, I’m sharing a conversation I had with my friend, Bonnie Jean Schaefer. Bonnie shares her testimony and experience as a single Christian woman, what it looks like to live differently in a world that is constantly trying to tell you who you are or should be, and how to shift your mindset from feeling unworthy to being significant, no matter what your marital status is.
Bonnie
196: 3 Signs You’re A Lukewarm Christian…PLUS 7 Scriptures To Help You Grow In Your Faith Walk As a Christian Woman!
🎙 Have you ever heard someone use the term “lukewarm” when referring to another Christian? What does that even mean? While we are called to be in this world, not of it, the world is still fighting to influence us and dim that fire and passion we have for the Lord. Today, I’m sharing 3 signs you’re a lukewarm Christian, and busting out the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God! I’ve 7 scrip
195: 2024 Planners Are Out! Should You Even Bother? 3 Things You NEED As A Christian Woman So You Go From Overwhelmed To Organized and Improve Your Time Management and Productivity!
What’s up fellow planner lover! As a time management and productivity specialist, I have a special appreciation for tools that help drive those time management and productivity homeruns!
Truth be told, I have loved planners since the days of Lisa Frank! Can I get an amen?! If you don’t know who Lisa Frank was, then you’re probably younger than I am by a bit lol and that’s okay!
Well, one of
194: The 4 Productivity Styles: What They are & Why It Matters To You As An Anxious, Overwhelmed Christian Woman! Instantly Improve Time Management with THESE Insights!
Hey sister friend! If you’re inside The Community or receive my emails, you know that I’ve been talking about identifying your personal productivity style for the last few weeks. Today, I’m going to dive into this a little more by uncovering four productivity styles, and why this matters to you as a Christian woman. If you’re tired of falling behind on your tasks or projects, this is an episode yo
193: Ready To Walk Out Your Faith With BOLDNESS As A Christian Woman?! FREE Virtual Women’s Conference Details inside!
ATTENTION! CALLING ALL CHRISTIAN WOMEN! The day is here!
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There are TEN sessions being streamed across five days, along with a private community and a live conference party! ALL FOR FREE! If you haven't heard or if you're on the fence, today's episode is for you! Tune in to get all the details, hear about all the speakers and sessions, and find out what els
192: How To Bring Scripture To Life When You’re Experiencing A Dry Season In Bible Study with Heather Preston
If you’ve ever experienced a dry season in Bible study, and just struggled to WANT to read your Bible, today’s episode is for you! My friend, Heather Preston, is my amazing guest, and she doesn’t hold back when I ask her about how to make scripture come alive!
Heather’s bio: Heather Preston is a professional writer with a Master of Arts in Theological Studies. As a consultant she works with chu
191: Struggle To Give Yourself Grace When You’re Not As Productive? Pray THIS Prayer Over Yourself! A Short Bible Study Devotion For Anxious, Overwhelmed Christian Women
You may not know what it looks like to give yourself grace. So, instead of praying over yourself when you’re overwhelmed or falling behind, you go into fight or flight mode and fight w/ yourself. Ask me how I know!
If you struggle with time management... wish your productivity would improve... or just wish your to-do list was less stressful... this prayer will inspire the mindset shift you need
190: Struggling with Anxiety or Overwhelm? How To Have Peace & Get Out of Fight or Flight Mode When You’re Struggling with Time Management As A Christian Woman
If you’re new here, I’m a veteran when it comes to struggling with anxiety and overwhelm… sometimes I have to navigate just one at a time, but many times it’s both. I remember entering that fight or flight mode, and, depending on the circumstance, found myself having an internal meltdown. Today, I’m sharing with you a recent experience and exactly HOW to have the peace that surpasses all understan
189: Quarter 3 Recap and Reflection… +Prepare For The Holiday Season with This FREE Time Management Workshop For Anxious, Overwhelmed Christian Women!
Welcome to Q4! This is the last quarter of 2023! Can you believe it?!
After I share the quarter 3 updates inside my personal life and inside of Her Renewed Strength, I walk you through an ARC Method workshop that will help you prepare for the holiday season.
One thing you can BET I’m talking about is the preparation for the 2023 RENEWED Conference, which is going down November 6th through Novembe
188: Are You Suffering From Emotional Dysregulation? How To Move At The Pace of Grace with Juliana Page
Have you ever heard the term emotional regulation? Are YOU regulated? In today’s episode, I bring a pretty awesome guest who will teach you how to understand emotional regulation vs emotional dysregulation. Juliana Page, host of God’s Vibes Podcast, digs into this topic, and shares about what it means to move at the pace of grace. If you're a Christian woman who struggles with anxiety, overwhelm o
187: Do Not Be Anxious About Anything… Having The Peace of God and What It Means To Do All Things Through Him Who Gives Me Strength… Bible Study Series on Philippians Chapter 4
Hey, sista friend!
We’re in chapter 4 this week of our Bible study series featuring a study on the book of Philippians.
In today's episode, I'll be finishing our study of this New Testament epistle. This last chapter is packed with several verses that many of us have heard, and probably even quoted!
I hope you have your Bible and a highlighter because we’re going to spend some time here together!
186: Do You KNOW Christ or Just Know of Him? The TWO Things You MUST Have In Place To Truly KNOW Jesus… Bible Study Series on Philippians Chapter 3
Hey, sista friend!
We’re in chapter 3 this week of our Bible study series, featuring a study on the book of Philippians.
In today's episode, I focus on what it means to KNOW Christ.
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I pray this blesses you.
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185: Work Out Your Salvation With Fear & Trembling... Bible Study Series on Philippians Chapter 2
Hey, sista-friend!
We’re in chapter 2 this week of our Bible study series, featuring a study on the book of Philippians, and I’ll be highlighting a verse that you might’ve heard before, but not understood…at least, I didn’t when I continued to hear it. The verse says, “Work out your salvation with fear and trembling…”
If you’re curious or just passionate about God’s Word, and what Paul had to say
184: What Does It Mean To Live A Life Worthy of the Gospel? Bible Study Series on Philippians Part 1
Hey, Sis!
This month, we’re diving into a special Bible study series where I’ll be reading and teaching through the book of Philippians.
Since so many of the women who listen to this podcast make their way into The Community, we get to hear about the main struggles you have when it comes to time management and Bible study. The main problem is making time for God’s Word!
So, after praying about T
183: Feeling Unfocused, Unproductive & Just STUCK? YOU Are The Problem... Here’s Why
What's up, Sis?
Are you feeling unfocused? Or, have you been feeling unproductive or just stuck? If you do, then, this is an episode you need to listen to because chances are ... You. Are. The. Problem!
I'm going to share with you the message that the Lord gave me when I prayed about this episode. I will tell you what you need to hear, and it won't be easy. But it'll absolutely be worth it. If yo
182: Entering A New Season of Life!? 3 Keys To Creating A Christ-Centered Routine You LOVE As An Anxious, Overwhelmed Christian Woman!
What's up, Sis!?
CHANGE IS HARD!
When you’re entering a new season in life, the last thing you need is to be thrown off by your routine, or lack thereof. Today, I’m sharing the THREE KEYS to creating a Christ-centered routine you LOVE, so you aren’t anxious or overwhelmed in this time of transition!
I pray this blesses you.
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181: Struggling To Hold It All Together? Here’s Your 3 Step Spiritual Battle Plan Against Negative Self-Talk Stemming From To-Do List Anxiety, Past Hurts or Daily Time Management Stress!
Hey, Sis!
Inside the community, I received requests to talk about overcoming negative self-talk from anxiety, past hurts, and daily stress.
In the past, I faced the same struggles but found freedom through faith. So, in this episode, I am sharing my three-step spiritual battle plan to help you break free from harmful thought patterns and negative feelings, and replace them with positive, affirmin
180: Is Technology Consuming Your Time? 3 Tips To Help You Set Healthy Boundaries With Your Phone So You Can Be More Productive and MASTER Time Management!
Hey, Sis!
A question for you: Does tech consume much of your free time (or even time committed to something else)? This question may be hard to answer, “how many times a day do you pick up your phone?”
In today’s episode, I'm talking through the reality so many of us are living through, being constantly pulled in by our devices; and I’m sharing three tips to help you set healthy boundaries with yo
179: Is Your Schedule An Idol? How To Let The Lord Lead with Brandy Coffin
What's up, Sis!
Are you aware that you are missing out on God's blessings by keeping your schedule so tight and perfect?
In today's episode, I am sharing a conversation I had with my friend Brandy Coffin. Our conversation covered many topics, including what we miss when we try to take control of our schedule; the downfall of planning; and how a relationship with God determines your schedule. But t
178: Worried About Change? 3 Bible Verses To Comfort Your Spirit As An Anxious, Overwhelmed Christian Woman
What’s up, sister-friend?
Are you in a season of change or transition? This is for you! When you struggle with anxiety or overwhelm, change either triggers the big feelings or makes them worse. Ask me how I know!
Today, I just want to share 3 Bible verses that I’m confident will comfort your spirit, remind you of God’s goodness and faithfulness, and help you go from the position of being an over
177: Struggling To Keep Up With Your Planner?! I Stopped Using My Planner For A Month! Here’s What Happened?!
Hey, Sis! What's up?
Did you know that I go without a planner for over a little month?
In today's episode, I'm sharing my experience and some important things I learned from it especially some things you may not expect!
Also, stay tuned until the end for an important announcement about the podcast.
Ready? Let’s do it.
FREE RESOURCE:
Grab your free SOAP Bible Study >>> herrenewedstrength.
176: Is It Wrong To Desire Recognition As An Overwhelmed Christian Woman? What You’re REALLY After…A Bible Study Devotional on Matthew 25:23
Hey, sister-friend!
I see you doing all the things. Don’t you want someone to look at you and say, “Well done!” once in a while? I know that’s right. I do, too!
Today, I’m turning to Matthew 25:22 to answer the question: Is it wrong to desire recognition, especially as an overwhelmed Christian woman? Just hang w/ me, sis. It’s time for a little chat.
I pray this blesses you.
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175: No Time To Pursue The Things That Honor God? Shift Gears With THESE 3 Simple Changes
Hey, Sis!
Do you ever look at your life and get discouraged because you don’t have time to pursue the things that glorify or honor God? Over the last few months, more and more of our sisters in The Community shared that this is something they struggle with.
So, today’s episode is a direct response to the struggles communicated inside The Community. I’ve got two, maybe three, specific steps you can
174: 4 Biblical Tips for Living Healthy When Your Motivation hits a Wall with Lauren Joyce
Hey, Sis!
Has your motivation ever taken a hit? Do you find it challenging to stay on track when that happens?
Well, today I have a sweet treat for you! I sat to have a conversation with Lauren Joyce about this very topic and she shares beautiful biblical wisdom that will absolutely help you navigate those inevitable moments.
I pray this blesses you.
Featured Guest:
Lauren Joyce is a mom to two w
173: Feeling Distracted This Summer? 5 MUST-HAVE Routines That Will Help You Stay Focused
Hey, Sis!
Are you distracted or struggling to stay focused this summer?
I feel you, and in this episode, I share my story several summers ago. Over the years, I have learned which routines work for me in order to stay focused on what I am working on, and I am sharing the 5 MUST-HAVE routines with you today.
I hope these 5 MUST-HAVE routines will change your summer days and help you stay focused.
172: It’s OKAY To Say NO with Sasha Star Robertson
Hey, sister-friend!
Today, I’m sharing a conversation I had with my girl, Sasha Star Robertson. We had this entire conversation planned out, and then the Lord took it in a different direction. So! I’m excited because we spoke about many things both she and I talked about negative feelings; reacting at the moment vs being proactive in our response to angst or overwhelm; how to be intentional about
171: Quarter 2 Recap and Reflection... PLUS Free Time Management Workshop for Summer!
Hey, Sis!
Did you know that once a quarter, I share updates on my personal life on behalf of Her Renewed Strength Co. and give a free time management workshop?
Well, today is the day!
If you’re curious about what I’ve been up to with my family, what I struggled with, what the Lord did in my life, and what He’s doing inside Her Renewed Strength Co., you’re in for a treat! I’m also sharing a time ma
170: Esther Bible Study Devotional Week 4 Recap… Full Circle Moments & the Triumph of the Jews
Happy Friday, sister friend!
Today, I’m recapping week 4 of our 4-week study, which finished with chapters 8, 9, and 10. In these three chapters, you'll learn about the king’s edict on behalf of the Jews, the triumph of the Jews, what Purim is and how it was established, and how Mordecai rose to second in rank to King Xerxes I. I’ll also connect some Old Testament dots, highlight more irony, and f
169: Want To Enjoy Summer Without Falling Behind On Housework?! Try THESE Simple Rhythms To Streamline The Mundane House Chores with Elyse Rooney
Hey, Sis!
Do you find joy and contentment in doing your daily home routines? Or do you find them a burden?
In today's episode, I bring in Elyse Rooney, my friend from the land Down Under, who shares Biblical principles behind home routines. Her testimony and the mindset shifts she talks about will help you reframe how you see and do things in your home a little differently than you have in the pas
168: Esther Bible Study Devotional Week 3 Recap… Breaking Down Esther 4:14, PLUS Job 42:2 & Proverbs 19:21 IN ACTION!
Happy Friday, sister friend!
Today, I’m recapping week 3 of our study, which included a line-by-line review of chapters 4 through 7. In these three chapters, you will learn about how Esther rises up to the role of heroine, how the many ironies in these few chapters alone highlight God’s sovereignty and providence, and how Job 42:2 and Proverbs 19:21 actually come to life in this book.
So, grab you
167: Feeling Emotional Heaviness Going Into The Summer? 3 Tips To Help You Cultivate Joy with Kandice Bateast
What's up, Sis?
Are you having trouble enjoying your summer because of emotional heaviness?
I know that finding joy after heartbreak is difficult. Don't worry, I got you!
In this episode, I am sharing my conversation with my friend Kandice and talking about how to cultivate joy.
Whether your emotional heaviness is from relationship heartbreak or discouragement in your life, or maybe your finances
166: Esther Bible Study Devotional Week 2 Recap… How Esther Became Queen & Why The Jews Were Going To Be Destroyed
Hey, Sis!
Today, I’m recapping week 2 of our Bible study on the book of Esther, which includes a line-by-line review of chapters 1 through 3. In these three chapters, we learn about how Esther became queen to a very prideful king, and how the fate of the Jewish people became threatened by a man identified as “the enemy of the Jews.”
I encourage you to grab your Bible, a journal, and a pen to take
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