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MARKED | Karen Swallow Prior Apr 13, 2020

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In this episode, we talk with reader, writer, and professor, Karen Swallow Prior. We talk about all things books and reading, including her new classic literature series with B&H. We talk about how loving words help point us to Jesus Christ. About KarenKaren Swallow Prior is an award-winning Professor of English at Liberty University. She earned her Ph.D. in English at SUNY Buffalo. Her writing has appeared at The Atlantic, Christianity Today, Washington Post, Vox, First Things, Sojourners, Relevant, Think Christian, and other places. She is a Senior Fellow at the Trinity Forum, a Research Fellow with the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention, a Senior Fellow at Liberty University's Center for Apologetics and Cultural Engagement, and a member of the Faith Advisory Council of the Humane Society of the United States. She and her husband live on a 100-year old homestead in central Virginia with sundry horses, dogs, and chickens. And lots of books.LinksKaren on TwitterOn Reading Well Sense and SensibilityHeart of Darkness

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MARKED | Kristi McLelland Mar 16, 2020

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Today we get to talk to one of our new authors, Kristi McLelland! Kristi shares about her new Bible study, Jesus and Women. She also tells us how to view the Bible through a Middle Eastern lens, the way the people in the Bible would have viewed Scripture. We love hearing about this perspective and how, through it, we can learn even more who Jesus is and fall in love with Him even more!About KristiKristi McLelland is a speaker, teacher, and college professor. Since completing her Masters in Christian Education at Dallas Theological Seminary, she has dedicated her life to teaching people how to study the Bible for themselves through a Middle Eastern lens. Her great desire for people to truly experience the love of God has led her to guide biblical study trips to Israel, Turkey, Greece, and Italy. To learn more about Kristi's upcoming trips, speaking, and more, visit newlensbiblicalstudies.com.Links:New Lens Biblical StudiesJesus and Women Bible Study

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MARKED | Mary Wiley Mar 02, 2020

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On this episode, we talk to Mary Wiley about her new Bible study, Everyday Theology. We discuss what theology is, how we can grow in our knowledge of who God is, and what theology has to do with our everyday lives.About MaryMary Wiley is the author of Everyday Theology, an eight-week Bible study exploring essential doctrines and why they matter in our everyday lives. She holds an MA in Theological Studies from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, works in publishing, and hosts the Questions Kids Ask podcast. She and her husband, John, have two children and live near Nashville. She loves tacos, Survivor, good books, and good coffee. You can follow her on Instagram.LinksEveryday Theology Bible Study Systematic Theology by Wayne A. Grudem50 Core Truths of the Christian Faith by Gregg R. Allison99 Essential DoctrinesDelighting in the Trinity by Michael ReevesEveryday Theology Podcast

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MARKED | Michael Gibson Feb 17, 2020

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Listen in as we chat with Michael Gibson about his book, Real Life Love, and what it was like growing up with his grandfather, Gary Smalley. We talk about how to honor ourselves and one another, how personality tests help us have compassion and understanding with others, and how overcoming hardship can lead to loving others well.About Michael:Michael Gibson is an Emmy® Award-winning television personality, author, and communicator. Known widely for being in tune with issues the younger generations face, his popular blog and podcast help thousands of millennials and gen-Zs learn how to have relationships that count. As the grandson of relationship expert and bestselling author Gary Smalley, Michael uses his knowledge and experiences from speaking alongside his grandpa at his conferences since he was ten years old and growing up as the son of marriage pastors to call others into deeper, fuller relationships. He calls the Ozark Mountains of Missouri home. Links:Real Life Love book5 Leadership Questions Podcast20/20 Bible StudyFinding God Faithful Online Bible Study

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MARKED | Darilynn Keith Feb 03, 2020

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This week, we take you behind the scenes at Lifeway Women as we talk to Darilynn Keith about our simulcast events! Darilynn has worked at Lifeway for a while and tells us about herself, her faith journey, and what she does here at Lifeway Women. We loved getting to hear what goes into the simulcasts, as well as getting the opportunity to answer your questions about our simulcast events. About DarilynnDarilynn Keith is the Digital Event Coordinator for Lifeway Christian Resources where she leads Lifeway Women Simulcasts as well as other live events. She's passionate about creating environments for people to encounter Christ and loves seeing the transformation that happens in their lives as a result. Growing up in Daytona Beach, FL, Nashville, TN, has been home for more than 12 yrs. She and her dog, Teddy Ruxpin, reside in Germantown, where she enjoys live music, new restaurants, and all things creative! LinksGoing Beyond Live SimulcastLiving Proof Live Simulcast7 Things We Wish We Knew at 22 with Mickey PittsMickey Pitts (Things We Wish We Knew in Our Twenties)Foundations Bible Study

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MARKED | Ben and Lynley Mandrell Jan 20, 2020

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Ben and Lynley Mandrell join us on the podcast to talk about calling, leading together, and the future of Lifeway. We loved getting to know Lifeway's new president and CEO and we think you'll love hearing from him and Lynley about their journey to Lifeway. The Mandrells are passionate about reaching the unchurched with the gospel, and we're excited to see how God uses their hearts for the gospel in their new roles. About Ben and Lynley MandrellBen Mandrell is the president and CEO of Lifeway Christian Resources. Prior to joining Lifeway, he and Lynley spent 17 years in pastoral ministry. They have four children, Ava, Max, Miles, and Jack. In their free time, they enjoy practicing hospitality, authentic conversation, walking their dogs, and deep dish pizza. Links:Blog Post on Intentionality in Leadership by Lynley MandrellYouLead Events

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MARKED | Lysa TerKeurst Jan 06, 2020

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We talk with Lysa TerKeurst about her new Bible study, Trustworthy. We learn more about what she hopes for the women studying 1 and 2 Kings, what she learned as she studied and wrote, and how God has brought her fresh perspective through travels to Israel. We focus on the practice of remembrance, how reciting truth about God's trustworthiness can help us as we strive to obey and trust Him above all. We give a preview into The Word Alive Events in the new year, as well. About Lysa:Lysa TerKeurst is passionate about God’s Word. She spends hours each week studying with theological experts and has studied extensively in the Holy Land. She loves to make connections between the Old and New Testaments. Her deepest desire is to help others experience Jesus by unpacking Scripture in the most true and responsible ways that everyone can understand.Lysa is the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries and a #1 New York Times best-selling author of It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way, Uninvited, and twenty-one other books. But to those who know her best she’s just a simple girl who holds fast to God’s truth and speaks about hope in the midst of her own struggles. Lysa lives with her family in Charlotte, North Carolina.Connect with her at www.LysaTerKeurst.com or on social media @LysaTerKeurst. Links:Trustworthy Bible StudyThe Word Alive EventsProverbs 31 MinistriesTrustworthy Online Bible Study

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MARKED | Lifeway Women Live Mary Beth Chapman Nov 25, 2019

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Mary Beth Chapman joined us at Lifeway Women Live and talked about God's faithful, consistent lovingkindness. She shared with us what community means in her life today. We discuss true authenticity and vulnerability with our friends, especially when life gets hard. She also talked about making a kingdom impact right where God has placed you. About Mary Beth Chapman:Mary Beth Chapman is the Co-Founder and Board Chair of Show Hope, a leading organization in the movement to care for orphans that she and her husband Steven Curtis Chapman co-founded. She is a speaker and a New York Times Best-selling author.Touched and forever transformed by the miracle of adoption in their own family, Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman began the nonprofit ministry of Show Hope in 2003 with a mission to care for orphans by engaging the Church and reducing the barriers to adoption. To date, Show Hope has helped welcome home children through Adoption Aid grants for more than 6,700 orphans from more than 60 countries, including the U.S. In addition, more than 2,700 waiting children with acute medical and special needs have received care through Show Hope’s Care Centers in China.Steven and Mary Beth Chapman, college sweethearts, will be celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary this coming fall and have six children – three biological: Emily married to Tanner, Caleb married to Julia, Will Franklin married to Jillian, and three adopted daughters, Shaohannah Hope, Stevey Joy, and Maria Sue, who is now with Jesus. Their most treasured title is being called “Grammy” and “PopPops” to their six beautiful grandbabies, whom they love spoiling.Links: Lifeway Cruise with Mary Beth and Steven Curtis ChapmanEmily Chapman Richards on the MARKED podcastFull Podcast Episode with Mary Beth and Steven Curtis ChapmanShow HopeQuote Us!"The lovingkindness of the Lord is always there. It's always consistent." - @MaryBethChapman #MARKEDpodcast Share on TwitterShare on Facebook"How do I take what God has given me and start to effect change for the kingdom?" - @MaryBethChapman #MARKEDpodcast Share on TwitterShare on Facebook"How do we love well? That's what ultimately shapes culture." - @MaryBethChapman #MARKEDpodcast Share on TwitterShare on Facebook

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MARKED | Church Christmas Traditions Nov 18, 2019

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We talk about Christmas traditions we practice in our churches—everything from hair catching on fire to Christmas carols to Advent candles. We hear from some of our listeners on their favorite church Christmas traditions, too! More than anything, we love how these traditions, even when they fail, point us to Jesus, the Light of the World. About Kelly:Kelly King is the Manager of Magazines/Devotional Publishing and Women’s Ministry Training for Lifeway Christian Resources. She holds a Master of Theology degree from Gateway Seminary and was previously an adjunct professor at Oklahoma Baptist University while serving as the Women’s Specialist for the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma. She continues to serve in local church ministry as a women’s ministry volunteer and small group leader for high school girls. She is the author of Ministry to Women: The Essential Guide to Leading Women in the Local Church. About Elizabeth:Elizabeth Hyndman reads, writes, and argues about the nuances of punctuation. Officially, she’s a Content Editor 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. Links: MARKED Christian Pop Culture EpisodeLifeway Women on InstagramThe Lifeway Women Advent StudyAdvent Candles/WreathsOperation Christmas Child ShoeboxesLottie Moon Christmas Offering

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MARKED Lifeway Women Live | Lauren Chandler Nov 11, 2019

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We talked with Lauren Chandler at Lifeway Women Live about her story of faith—how she came to know Christ and how she has grown and is still growing in her relationship with Him. She also shared with us about her relationship with women from her small group and how much that community made an impact on her life. She encourages us to use whatever our gifts are wherever we are right now. Be faithful with what God has given you where He has put you. About Lauren:Lauren Chandler is a wife and mother of three. Her husband, Matt Chandler, serves as the lead teaching pastor at The Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas. Lauren is passionate about writing, music, and leading worship, not only at The Village Church, but also for groups across the country. She is the author of Steadfast Love: The Response of God to the Cries of our Heart, the Bible study, Steadfast Love: A Study of Psalm 107, and the recently released children’s book, Goodbye to Goodbyes: A True Story about Jesus, Lazarus, and an Empty Tomb. Links:Lifeway Women LiveMARKED episode on Christian Pop CultureSteadfast Love Book & Bible Study Quote Us! "My foundation of my relationship with Jesus has been His grace toward me, to just not let me go." - @laurenchandler #MARKEDpodcast Share on TwitterShare on Facebook"Being faithful in the small things right where you are—I think that's going to make the biggest impact." - @laurenchandler #MARKEDpodcast Share on TwitterShare on Facebook"Be faithful with what God has given you where He has put you." - @laurenchandler #MARKEDpodcast Share on TwitterShare on Facebook"Your church needs you. You are a vital part, and if you aren't participating and using your gifts there then the church is less of what it could be." - @laurenchandler #MARKEDpodcast Share on TwitterShare on Facebook