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MARKED | Pat Layton Sep 19, 2022

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Joining us today is Pat Layton, author of Surrendering the Secret. Many women hide the secret of abortion deep in their hearts and they are suffering severe consequences. They carry a great burden of shame and failure, afraid to reveal their hidden pain, and by doing so are forced to endure the long-lasting effects in isolation. Surrendering the Secret will allow women to release this burden and find freedom through 'redemptive community' while experiencing hope and joy, as shame and failure are replaced with beauty.Pat is a passionate and inspiring author, speaker, and leader who has founded a variety of organizations during her 30 plus years in full time ministry including one of the nations largest pregnancy resource centers, an international post abortion recovery program, an adoptionagency, and a national woman’s retreat and coaching ministry. She has published 6 books. Her best selling post abortion recovery bible study Surrendering the Secret was recently updated and re-launched by Lifeway in January 2019. Her book Life Unstuck: Finding Peace with Your Past, Purpose in Your Present and Passion for Your Future is a best seller and the foundation for much of her speaking and coaching. Pat has been featured on numerous radio and TV shows includingFocus on the Family, Life Today, Janet Parshal and Proverbs 31 Ministries. She and her husband Mike have been married for over 40 years and have 3 children and 5 “G’s”. They enjoy traveling,doing ministry together, and a sweet tea home in the North Georgia Mountains.Visit her website at www.patlayton.net for more information.Show Notes:Surrendering the Secret

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MARKED | Adrienne Camp Sep 12, 2022

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Today we welcome Adrienne Camp to the MARKED Podcast to discuss the music for The Wonder of Advent Bible study. Listen to hear her talk all about the upcoming Christmas season, how we can remember the simplicity and the beauty of who Jesus is, and how to find the beautiful simple joy in the smallest things. Enjoy!Adrienne “Adie” Camp grew up in South Africa and moved to America at age nineteen. She was the lead singer of the Christian rock band the Benjamin Gate before launching her solo career. She released two solo projects—Don’t Wait and Just You and Me. Adrienne is married to fellow musician Jeremy Camp whom she met on tour in 2002. They have been married since 2003 and have two daughters, Bella and Arie, and one son, Egan. She has authored two books. Even Me is an illustrated children’s book about her daughters’ adventurous trip to Uganda and how, no matter your age, skin color, or circumstance, God can use your life to touch others. She coauthored In Unison with her husband Jeremy about their relationship, marriage, and how they live life together. Adrienne is currently writing a Bible study for Lifeway Women on the book of Psalms, set to release in July 2023. She is passionate about sharing God’s love all over the world in any way she can. Her greatest desire is to know Him and make Him known. Show Notes:The Wonder of Advent

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MARKED | Jason Thacker Sep 05, 2022

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Join us today as Kelly and Elizabeth talk with Jason Thacker about his new book, Following Jesus in a Digital Age. They talk about what the Bible says about technology but also how it is influencing your walk with Christ. As Christians, what does our faith have to do with these pressing issues of life in a digital age and how might technology be shaping how we view the world around us? Enjoy!Jason Thacker serves as chair of research in technology ethics and director of the research institute at The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention. He also serves as an adjunct instructor of philosophy, ethics, and worldview at Boyce College in Louisville, KY. He is the author of several books including Following Jesus in the Digital Age and The Age of AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity. He also serves as the editor of The Digital Public Square: Christian Ethics in a Technological Society and co-editor of the Essentials in Christian Ethics series with B&H Academic. He is the project leader and lead drafter of Artificial Intelligence: An Evangelical Statement of Principles, and his work has been featured at Slate, Politico, The Week, Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, and Desiring God. He is married to Dorie and they have two sons. They live outside of Nashville, TN.

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MARKED | Tori Hope Petersen Aug 29, 2022

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Joining us today is Tori Hope Petersen. Tori grew up in the foster care system and is now on the other side as a foster mom, adoptive mom, and biological mom. If you want to hear about an unlikely overcomer, learn more about the foster care system from a former foster youth’s perspective and hear what God can do through the most unlikely of people, this podcast is for you. Enjoy!Tori Hope Petersen (named Mrs. Universe in 2021; track and field All-American) is a former foster youth letting her Abba be known. She is passionate about foster care reform, adoption advocacy, vulnerable populations, and seeing the love of God change people’s lives! Tori speaks across the nation sharing her powerful story, but her favorite form of art and communication is writing. Tori and her husband, Jacob, have the three sweetest kids: a biological son and daughter, Leyonder and Ezzeri, and an adopted adult son, Sar. Follow her on Instagram @torihopepetersen.

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MARKED | Patricia Namnum Aug 22, 2022

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Please welcome to the MARKED podcast, Patricia Namnum, Women Initiative Coordinator for Coalición Por El Evangelio, the Spanish site of TGC! Her desire is to provide Spanish books that help women study the Bible, go deeper in the scripture, and teach us all that God is God of all the Nations. I hope you'll join us!Paty Namnún is married to Jairo Namnún and they have 3 beautiful children who came in to their lives trough the miracle of adoption. She works as Women Initiative Coordinator for Coalición Por El Evangelio, the Spanish site of TGC. She also leads the Women Ministries in her church Piedra Angular (Corner Stone) in the Dominican Republic. Paty loves to teach the Bible to other women and has published 3 Bible studies in Spanish with Lifeway: “Light in the Darkness” (1 John), “Complete in Him” (Colossians) and “A Living faith” (James).Show Notes:De la Biblia a la Viva podcast

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MARKED | Jana Magruder Aug 15, 2022

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Today we are joined by Jana Magruder, the Strategic Initiatives Director of Lifeway Kids, to talk about all things back to school. Join us as we discuss creative ways moms or churches can connect to new families in schools or communities this time of year, how leaders can be an encouragement to kids and parents they minister to and advice for moms who are sending their kids to college. I hope you'll join us for this special episode.Jana Magruder serves as the Strategic Initiatives Director of Lifeway Kids. With a background in education, publishing, and ministry, she loves championing the local church to help families disciple kids of all ages. She is the author of Nothing Less: Engaging Kids in a Lifetime of Faith. Jana and her husband, Michael, are native Texans planted in Tennessee and love to explore both states with their three teenagers.Show Notes:Lifeway.com/agesandstages Kids Ministry 101 podcast ETCH Conference “Pencils over Sharpies” blog post on Lifeway Women blog Lifeway Devotionals for Kids Christ Centered Parenting Bible studies ParentLife MagazineHomeLife MagazineJeannie Cunnion studies

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MARKED | Women’s Ministry Fall Planning with Kelly and Elizabeth Aug 08, 2022

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Are you ready for cooler weather, sweaters, fall gatherings, Bible studies and all things pumpkin spice? Join us today for a fun fall discussion as Kelly and Elizabeth cover the basics that women’s ministry leaders and volunteers need to be thinking about as they head into the fall season. Kelly KingKelly is the Manager of Magazines/Devotional Publishing and Women's Ministry Training for Lifeway Christian Resources. She is the author of Ministry to Women: The Essential Guide to Leading Women in the Local Church and contributor to the Lifeway Women's Bible, as well as the Lifeway Women Advent and Easter studies. In addition, she is the co-host of the MARKED podcast for Lifeway Women. She has a Master of Theology degree from Gateway Seminary and is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Ministry degree.Elizabeth HyndmanElizabeth reads, writes, and argues about the nuances of punctuation. Officially, she’s an Editorial Project Leader at Lifeway. She managed to find a job where she uses both her English undergraduate and her seminary graduate degrees every day. Elizabeth grew up in Nashville, sips chai lattes every chance she can get, and believes everyone should have a “funny picture” pose at the ready. Follow her on Twitter or Instagram.

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MARKED | Jennifer Rothschild and Mike Wakefield Aug 01, 2022

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Have you ever wondered what the writing process looks like for an author who is blind? Get a sneak peek at the writing of Amos as we sit down with author Jennifer Rothschild and Lifeway's Mike Wakefield. Listen in to hear about their unique writing process as author and editor and how that relationship is so important.Jennifer became blind when she was fifteen years old and has experienced firsthand how God gives us courage through His presence, His people, and His Word. Now, more than thirty years later as an author and speaker, she boldly and compassionately teaches women how they can take courage.Known for her substance, signature wit, and down-to-earth style, Jennifer weaves together relatable stories with biblical truths to help women know and live for Christ. She has shared her practical and inspiring messages to audiences across the country and through media outlets including: The Dr. Phil Show, Good Morning America, Life Today, and The Billy Graham Television Special.She is the featured teacher and founder of “Fresh Grounded Faith Conferences,” host of the 4:13 Podcast, and publisher of the popular online resource for women in ministry called WomensMinistry.net.Jennifer and her husband, whom she calls her “very own Dr. Phil,” live in Missouri, and have two sons, Connor and Clayton, and a lovely daughter-in-law, Caroline. She’s also GiGi to her two grandsons, and that’s her favorite name of all!Besides walking—or being walked by—her little dog Lucy, Jennifer enjoys riding a bicycle built for two with her husband. She is also an avid listener of audiobooks, a C. S. Lewis junkie, and loves dark chocolate and robust coffee—especially when shared with a friend.Mike Wakefield has served in various editorial positions at Lifeway Christian Resources for almost twenty years. Currently he works as a content editor on the Women's Bible Studies team. He and his wife Tricia live in Thompsons Station, TN, and are grateful for and proud of their two grown children, daughter-in-law, and two precious grandchildren. He loves playing golf, working in the garden, and is a huge fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. Show Notes:AmosTake Courage

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MARKED | Melissa Spoelstra Jun 06, 2022

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Today we sit down with Melissa Spoelstra, author of Lifeway Women's new Bible study, Isaiah. Join us as we talk about how Isaiah's message echoes into our lives today as we read his call to rely on the Lord. Hear encouraging words on how to live intentionally in an unstable world and how to step unafraid into the discipleship of children.Melissa Spoelstra is a women’s conference speaker, Bible teacher, and author who is madly in love with Jesus. She is passionate about studying God’s Word and helping women of all ages to seek Christ and know Him more intimately through serious Bible study. Melissa has a degree in Bible theology, and she enjoys teaching God’s Word to the body of Christ, traveling to diverse groups and churches across the nation. Melissa is the author of many Bible studies, including Acts: Awakening to God in Everyday Life and The Names of God: His Character Revealed. She has also authored several books, including Dare to Hope and Total Family Makeover: 8 Practical Steps to Making Disciples at Home. She is a regular contributor to the Proverbs 31 First Five App, the Girlfriends in God online daily devotional, and many magazines and blogs. Melissa enjoys spending time with her pastor husband, Sean, and their four adult children: Zach, Abby, Sara, and Rachel.Show Notes:Isaiah

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MARKED | Nicole C. Mullen May 30, 2022

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Long time music artist Nicole C. Mullen joins us today on the MARKED podcast to talk to about God’s promises, her journey through life, and the powerful story of how "My Redeemer Lives" came about. Join us to hear how she has been MARKED by God’s grace!Nicole C. Mullen has long been known as an undeniably talented artist who is unafraid to be vulnerable and transparent with her audience. She continues a legacy of sincerity and artistic integrity that in the past has been recognized with two Grammy® Award nominations and nine Gospel Music Association Dove Awards, including two Female Vocalist of the Year honors, Song of Year for “Redeemer, and On My Knees”, the Urban Album of the Year for “Everyday People ”, Contemporary Song of the year (Call on Jesus), and the first African American female to win Songwriter of the Year for Redeemer.Nicole, now a single mom, is familiar with broken relationships. She can relate to those who have walked through abuse, betrayal, and hurt. She has learned to forgive and come out of a ‘night season’ stronger than she’s ever been before.Show Notes:Nicole C. Mullen website

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