What can we learn from Mary Magdalene?

We’re talking about Mary’s life and who she was. What was she known for? Many things!

Mary was an important woman in Jesus mission. Find out about the monumental “three firsts” owned by Mary Magdalene. Hear scripture that speaks to Mary, and what important roles she played. Mary is mentioned by name in all 4 gospels. Interesting!

We know that Jesus cast out 7 demons from Mary. Curious thoughts: Why 7? Do we hear about deliverance from evil spirits today? What might that look like today?

It’s interesting to look at how Jesus caused change, and how God calls unexpected people like Mary Magdalene to be apart of it.

We talk about this call to us as well, as God’s messenger. How special is this call! Are we listening for His call in our day-to-day? And acting on it?

Hear a conversation about this weeks’ spotlight woman in today’s episode. A woman of strong faith, devotion and commitment to Jesus. One who was caring, and humble.

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References

Bible Hub: https://biblehub.com/topical/m/mary_magdalene.htm

Luke 8:2-3

Mark 16:9

John 19:25

3 Firsts:

Matthew 29:59-61

John 20:1-18

Luke 8:1-3

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Two sisters today - Leah and Rachel. The two wives of Jacob.

We see a lot in this story: compassion, deception, rivalry, love, heartache, and blessings.

This is a time in the Bible where Jacob is now the chosen one to ‘carry the torch’ of God's covenant that he made with Abraham, and Jacob is looking for a wife.

This jam-pcked story of Laban's two daughters, Leah and Rachel, their maids, and the role they play in fulfilling God’s covenant is quite captivating. Relatives deceiving each other, a sister being barren, and then bearing children, to hiding idols - A lot happens. And God is right in the middle of it all!

Ponder points in this story:

-God works in ways we can’t always understand.

-How important is praising God?

-Do you find yourself waiting on God’s timing, or trying to make things happen by your own strength?

-Where do you see God’s compassion in this story?

-Joy: How do you look at your life? Can you see yourself content with what you have?

Join us for this exciting episode of the Pour Out Your Joy podcast!

References

Genesis 29 - 35

Psalm 100:4-5

Bible Hub: Leah https://biblehub.com/topical/l/leah.htm

Bible Hub: Rachel https://biblehub.com/topical/r/rachel.htm

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Jezebel

Diabolical. Wicked. Deceiving. Whew!

We’re talking aboutJezebel today. Someone we can learn from, as in how NOT to be! The story of Jezebel is quite astonishing.

These stories take place in the time of Kings. The main problem in this time is that evil Kings provoked the Lord God through worshiping foreign idols.

Learn who Jezebel was, her ‘Queening’ style, and learn how God worked in and through these stories. The other main characters besides Jezebel are: King Ahab, Obadiah, the Prophet Elijah, and Naboth.

Learn what happens when King Ahab, a jew, marries Jezebel, a foreign pagan princess, and what transpires from this marriage.

God works in and through these stories. Find out who was redeemed because they humbled themselves before the Lord!

References:

1 Kings 16:29-33

1 Kings 17:1-4

1 Kings 18:1-4

1 Kings 19:1-2

1 Kings 21:1-29

2 Kings 9:30

Bible Hub: https://biblehub.com/topical/j/jezebel.htm

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We're talking about Hannah in today's episode. Hannah is the mother of Samuel.

There are two wives in this story with much turmoil! One has children, and one is barren. There is an interesting family dynamic. Yet God was working in this story.

Hear about Hannah, her faith in the Lord, her ‘realness’ with God, surrendering, dealing with hard situations, and trusting in the Lord are all part of this story.

Our hosts share their insights on the story of Hannah, with some key takeaways.

Hannah's characteristics: Faith, Persistence, perseverance, surrendering, trusting in the Lord

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Found in 1 Samuel, Chapters 1 and 2

Bible Hub: https://biblehub.com/topical/h/hannah.htm

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The USA is 250 years old! This episode is about celebrating with some fun, and some history. Bethany and Carol are recording in-person for this episode, making it extra fun!

Find trivia of sayings from the States - which State does the saying come from? And some funny slang, too!

What happened before the USA came to be? Bethany shares some history of what led up to the Declaration of Independence.

And how about the FIFA World Cup soccer happening in our time right now? Fun shares about this too, in today’s episode.

Tune in to this celebration episode dedicated to the 250th anniversary of the United States of America!

Unique Phrases from various states in the USA: https://www.thevistapress.com/unique-phrases-from-various-states-in-the-united-states/

Slang Words No One Outside Your State Will Understand: https://www.rd.com/list/regional-slang/

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Hear the exciting story of Rebekah’s life and her important role in the Abrahamic covenant. She was the wife of Issac, and mother of twin boys, Jacob and Esau. There are many twists and turns in this story. Tune in to learn Rebekah’s role in God’s story.

Rebekah’s Character Traits: compassionate, brave, obedient, faithful, deceiving, selfless

References:

Genesis 22-23 First mention

Genesis 24-27 Main story

Bible Hub: https://biblehub.com/topical/r/rebekah.htm

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Ruth is our focus today, in the summer series about women in the Bible. An exciting story filled with famine, loss of life, loyalty, devotion, survival, romance, and yes - redemption!

What is a kinsman redeemer? Find out in this episode.

Ruth’s Character Traits: loyal, devoted, trusting, faithful, obedient, humble

References

Book of Ruth 1-4

Bible Hub: https://biblehub.com/topical/r/ruth.htm

Ruth 1:16 “Where you will go, I will go…” song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TafyZ3NUMn4

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Bethany and Carol are discussing the story of Rahab in this episode of the summer series on women in the Bible.

The story of Rahab is an interesting one! Hear how God uses her in many ways, and what things you may not have known about this woman in the Bible. This is a redemptive story.

Rahabs Character Traits: Blind Faith, risk taker, smart,s aavy, obedient

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References:

Joshua 2:1-14

Matthew 1:5 Lineage

Hebrews 11:31 Rahab reference

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