Lisa Harper's Back Porch Theology - K-LOVE Podcasts

Latest Episodes:

Finding Faith When Life Gets Hard: Hebrews Nov 09, 2026

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On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa Harper is joined by worship leader and songwriter Brooke Ligertwood for a rich conversation about the book of Hebrews, the supremacy of Jesus, and the beautiful mystery of His fully divine and fully human nature (hello, hypostatic union!). Together, they remind us that when life gets hard, our greatest hope is found in fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith. So please pour yourself a cup of coffee or hot tea with honey, grab your Bible, and join us on the porch. We’re really glad you’re here!

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

Hebrews 1:1–4
Hebrews 2:1
Hebrews 4:12–16
Hebrews 5
Hebrews 7:1–3
Hebrews 9–10
Hebrews 11:32–39
Hebrews 12:1–2
John 1
John 16:33
2 Timothy 4:2
Genesis 14
Job 2
1 Kings 19

Was Paul a Misogynist? What We've Been Missing | 1 & 2 Timothy Nov 02, 2026

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On today's episode Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison are joined by Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing to explore some of the most misunderstood passages in 1 and 2 Timothy. From Paul's instructions about women in the church to his encouragement to stand firm in faith, they explore how understanding the cultural context of Ephesus changes the way we read these letters. Together, they remind us that spiritual maturity, sound doctrine, and courageous faith are just as essential today as they were in the early church. So pull up a chair and join us - we're so glad you're here!

Scripture References:

1 Timothy 1:1
1 Timothy 1:11
1 Timothy 2:9–10
1 Timothy 2:11–15
2 Timothy 1:5
2 Timothy 1:6
2 Timothy 1:7
2 Timothy 4:17
2 Timothy 4:18

How to Trust God When Your Prayers Go Unanswered: 1 & 2 Thessalonians Oct 26, 2026

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Today on Back Porch Theology, Lisa, Allison, and Susie Larson dive into First and Second Thessalonians and what it looks like to live with genuine hope when life doesn’t go the way we prayed it would. They explore how the expectation of Jesus’ return should shape the way we live today, why dependence on the Holy Spirit is essential, and how prayer anchors us when suffering, illness, or unanswered questions threaten to steal our hope. If you’ve ever wondered whether your struggle means you’re somehow lacking faith, this conversation is a reminder that weakness and unanswered prayer are not evidence of God’s absence. He is still at work, still faithful, and still writing your story. So pull up a chair and sit with us - we're so glad you're here.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

Ephesians 3:20–21
Luke 7:37–38
1 Thessalonians 1:1–6
1 Thessalonians 2:7–9
1 Thessalonians 3:13
1 Thessalonians 4:15–17
1 Thessalonians 5:23
2 Thessalonians 2:1
2 Thessalonians 2:8
1 Corinthians 4:20
Romans 8:6
Ephesians 6:10–18
Hebrews 4:12
1 John 3:2
Philippians 4:19
Hebrews 11:32–40
2 Corinthians 1:20
2 Peter 3:8
1 Peter 1:7
Judges 6:14

How to Forgive, Let Go, and Move Forward: Philemon Oct 19, 2026

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On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa, Allison, and Susie Larson tackle a question most of us will face at some point: How do we move forward when someone’s past—or the pain they caused—makes it difficult to see them differently? Through the tiny but mighty book of Philemon, they explore reconciliation, releasing resentment and shame, and the gospel’s power to transform not only people, but relationships. This conversation reminds us that grace frees us from keeping score and invites us to see ourselves and others not through the lens of what has been, but through the redemptive eyes of Jesus. So grab a cup of coffee and settle in on the porch with us, we're so glad you're here.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

Philemon 1:1–25
Acts 20:36–38
Job
Galatians 3:28
Genesis 15:9–21
John 4:1–42
2 Corinthians 5:16–17
Philippians 2:5–8
Philippians 4:11–13
Philippians 1:12–14
1 Chronicles 28:2–3
Psalm 50:10
Philippians 4:19
Matthew 6:9–13
Psalm 119:18

Is Jesus Really Enough?: Colossians Oct 12, 2026

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On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison are joined by Pastor Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle for a conversation about why the Bible remains foundational to our faith and how the truth of Scripture shapes the way we live. Along the way, they explore the message of Colossians and the sufficiency of Jesus Christ, as well as empathy, forgiveness, discipleship, and why the local church matters. So grab a cup of coffee and your Bible and come hang out with us on the porch!

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

1 Thessalonians 2:8
Colossians 3:1–2
Exodus
Luke 4:16–21
Luke 10:25–37
Philemon 10–16
Matthew 5–7
Colossians 1:15–20
1 Corinthians 15:3–8
Philippians 2:5–11
Ephesians 1:18
Colossians 2:8–10
Genesis 3
Colossians 1:9–10
Ecclesiastes 1:2
Philippians 4:4–7
Genesis 1:1
Genesis 1:26–27
Genesis 37–50
John 14:11
John 14:6

How to Find Joy in Hard Times: Philippians Oct 05, 2026

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On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison are joined by beloved theologian and friend Dr. Lynn Cohick to wrestle with the question: What does joy look like when your circumstances give you very little to be joyful about? They dig into Paul’s letter to the Philippians—a letter overflowing with joy, yet written from prison—and explore what Paul’s resilience and Job’s faithfulness can teach us about remaining anchored in Jesus when life is painful, uncertain, or simply not what we hoped it would be. Pull up a chair and join us on the porch, we're so glad you're here.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

Ephesians 2:10
Acts 16
Acts 21–28
Romans 7:15
Romans 8:38–39
Job 1–2; 20-21
Job 13:16
Psalm 34:8
Psalm 42:3, 11
Psalm 56:8
1 Corinthians 13:12
1 Corinthians 15:42–54
Philippians 1:12–21; 27-30
Philippians 2:25–30
Philippians 3:10; 20–21
Philippians 4:4–8; 11–13

There’s a Seat at the Table for You: Ephesians Sep 28, 2026

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On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison are joined by brilliant New Testament scholar Dr. Lynn Cohick to dive into the theological richness of Ephesians. Together, they explore the ancient world of Ephesus, unpack what it means to be God’s poiēma—His treasured masterpiece—and wrestle with Paul’s teaching on mutual submission, sacrificial love, and power. Ultimately, Ephesians reminds us that through Jesus, no one is an outsider in the family of God. So grab your Bible and come hang out with us—there’s always room for one more on the porch.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

Ephesians 1:3–14; 2; 2:10; 3; 4:1; 5:2, 8, 18–21, 22, 25, 33; 6:10–18
Acts 10; 19
Revelation 2:1–7
1 Timothy; 2 Timothy
Luke 1
Psalm 139
Romans 8:28–29
1 Corinthians 7:1; 11:17
James 2

How to Find Freedom When You Feel Stuck: Galatians Sep 21, 2026

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On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison are joined by their friend Kristi McLelland for a rich conversation about freedom, family, and what it really looks like to walk with Jesus through the book of Galatians. Together, they unpack the beauty of our adoption into the family of God, the freedom we’ve been given through the cross, and how the fruit of the Spirit becomes tangible in the way we love, serve, and show up for one another. Because the Gospel isn’t simply something we believe—it changes how we live, how we give, and how we carry each other’s burdens. So grab a cup of coffee (or a scoop of mint chocolate chip!) and pull up a chair on the Back Porch with us.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

Galatians 1:1–5
Galatians 1:15
Galatians 4:4–7
Galatians 5:1
Galatians 5:16–26
Genesis 17:1
Acts 19
Matthew 28:18–20
Matthew 6:9–13

What the Bible Says About Trauma and Healing: 2 Corinthians Sep 14, 2026

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On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison are joined by New Testament scholar Dr. Scot McKnight and trauma-informed counselor Adrienne Gibson for a conversation about trauma through the lens of 2 Corinthians. Together, they explore Paul’s vulnerability, the four common trauma responses—fight, flight, freeze, and fawn—and the importance of processing our stories within healthy community. Pull up a chair and join us on the porch!

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

2 Corinthians
2 Corinthians 10–13
2 Corinthians 10
2 Corinthians 11
Acts 13
Acts 20:7–12
Isaiah 42:1–4

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Finding Unity in a Divided World: 1 Corinthians Sep 07, 2026

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On today's episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison dive into 1 Corinthians with Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing, exploring Paul's call to unity in a church wrestling with division, cultural pressures, and sexual brokenness—and how genuine biblical community calls us back to wholeness. Pull up a chair and join us on the porch!

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