For over 25 years Proverbs 31 Ministries' mission has been to intersect God's Word in the real, hard places we all struggle with. That's why we started this pod...
“Living in God’s Overflow: Overcoming Scarcity Thinking” With Whitney Lowe
What if feeling “not enough” is actually God’s way of inviting you into His abundance? In this episode, Whitney Lowe unpacks how scarcity shapes our lives and how trusting God’s promises can transform everything.In this episode, you’ll learn:How a scarcity mindset can subtly impact your faith and relationships.The difference between the world’s definition of abundance and God’s.Practical steps to shift from living in fear to trusting in God’s provision.Resources From This Episode:Purchase Whitney’s book Set Your Eyes Higher: A 40-Day Reset to Slow Your Anxiety and Fix Your Focus on God.Connect with Whitney on Facebook at Scribble Devos.Download the free First 5 app, and join us as we read Acts together starting March 3.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.Want More on This Topic? Listen to “Relaxed: Finding Peace in God’s Presence” with Megan Fate Marshman on The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast.Watch “Am I Trying To Control What Is Actually out of My Control?” with Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and Jim Cress on The Proverbs 31 Ministries YouTube channel.Proverbs 31 Ministries is a nonprofit organization, and this podcast is funded thanks to the generous support of our one-time and monthly donors. To learn more about how to partner with us, click here!We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us here.
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“How To Move Forward When Life Knocks You Down” With Tracie Miles
Feeling overwhelmed by a fresh start you didn’t choose? In this episode, Tracie Miles draws from her book God’s Got You: Embracing New Beginnings with Courage and Confidence to offer hope and guidance for navigating life’s transitions as they come.You’ll learn:How to find peace when life takes an unexpected turn.Practical steps to move forward with confidence.Encouragement to trust God’s plan, even in uncertainty.Related Resources:Dive into Tracie’s book God’s Got You: Embracing New Beginnings with Courage and Confidence, and find hope for navigating life’s transitions.Join COMPEL Pro, our training program for writers, and take the next step in your writing journey.Check out our new resource, "7 Secrets You Need To Know as a New Writer," to gain insight from industry experts as you start writing.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.Proverbs 31 Ministries is a nonprofit organization, and this podcast is funded thanks to the generous support of our one-time and monthly donors. To learn more about how to partner with us, click here!We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us here.
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“How To Walk by Faith When Life Feels Hard” With Jennifer Rothschild
Do you ever feel weighed down by waiting or wonder how to trust God when life feels uncertain? In this episode, Jennifer Rothschild draws from her new Bible study, Heaven: When Faith Becomes Sight, to offer encouragement for those navigating life’s hard seasons, including: Practical steps for waiting well and leaning on God’s timing.What it truly means to walk by faith, not by sight, in everyday moments.How the reality of heaven brings peace and purpose to life’s challenges.Related Resources:📖 Dive into Jennifer’s new study, Heaven: When Faith Becomes Sight, and explore the hope and joy of eternity.✍️ Start your day with uplifting Encouragement for Today Devotions delivered daily to your inbox.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.Proverbs 31 Ministries is a nonprofit organization, and this podcast is funded thanks to the generous support of our one-time and monthly donors. To learn more about how to partner with us, click here!We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us here.
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“Relaxed: Finding Peace in God's Presence” With Megan Fate Marshman
Do you feel weighed down by the pressure to have it all figured out or stuck in cycles of striving and self-reliance? In this episode, Megan Fate Marshman reveals how to break free from the chaos and embrace the peace only God can provide.Drawing from her book Relaxed: Walking with the One Who Is Not Worried about a Thing, Megan offers relatable stories, powerful truths and practical steps to help you trade stress for trust and experience a deeper relationship with God.You’ll discover:Why we’re tempted to live in “Christian autonomy” and how to move toward dependence on God.The surprising ways God meets us in our wandering thoughts.A fresh perspective on Proverbs 3:5-6 that can transform the way you live and pray.Related Resources:Join Circle 31 Book Club for free — Be part of a welcoming community that dives deep into books and helps you grow through faith-filled conversations.Mark your calendar for February 1 — We’re kicking off Relaxed by Megan Fate Marshman as our next read. Once you join Circle 31 Book Club, head to the book space on Mighty Networks to connect with others. Get your copy of Relaxed — Ready to start reading? Order now at p31bookstore.com.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.Proverbs 31 Ministries is a nonprofit organization, and this podcast is funded thanks to the generous support of our one-time and monthly donors. To learn more about how to partner with us, click here!We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us here.
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"How Can I Feel Close to God Again?" With Dr. Joel Muddamalle
As believers, we know the Bible tells us that God is with us at all times. And yet there are "dry seasons" when we don't feel the closeness of His presence at all.Today's episode is part of an ongoing series titled "Ask a Theologian" — conversations with Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, and Content Manager for Lysa TerKeurst, Shae Hill. Together, Joel and Shae will give you theological insight and practical takeaways.Related Resources:Getting rest is not about getting more sleep or lying on the couch to watch TV. True rest for your soul only comes from God. We can actually find rest by reading Scripture, evaluating our schedules, practicing Sabbath and trusting in God. Download our free resource R.E.S.T. How To Overcome Being Overwhelmed today!When you're feeling stuck or stagnant, sometimes you wish you could just hit a reset button, right? That's why we wrote our brand-new study called Fresh Start: A Study of the Book of Genesis. This will be our very first study together in 2025, so get your copy and study with us! Buy Now!Tune in every Tuesday to Joel's Instagram for “Theology Talk Tuesday,” where he'll answer your most asked questions about God, the Bible and more. Sign up on Joel’s website to receive free “bite-sized theology” through a monthly newsletter you can read in five minutes or less.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.
For over 25 years Proverbs 31 Ministries' mission has been to intersect God's Word in the real, hard places we all struggle with. That's why we started this podcast. Every episode will feature a variety of teachings from president Lysa TerKeurst, staff members or friends of the ministry who can teach you something valuable from their vantage point. We hope that regardless of your age, background or stage of life, it's something you look forward to listening to each month!