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Meditating on What We Learn with Kelli Galyean Jul 05, 2023

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Elizabeth Woodson is joined by Kelli Galyean to discuss the practice of Biblical Meditation for adults and kids and how can we live in light of what we are learning.
Questions Covered in This Episode:

What is biblical meditation? What are some of the reasons you think we struggle with this spiritual practice?
What are some methods you’ve used to practice biblical meditation over the years?
Can you share about some of the ways you’ve helped your kids learn and meditate on Scripture? How have your methods changed as your children have gotten older?
What encouragement would you have for the parent who is either struggling to consistently disciple their child or doesn't know where to start?
How have you seen biblical meditation transform you?

Guest Bio:Kelli Galyean loves the Lord and enjoys encouraging women. She lives in Texas with her family.Continue Learning:If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever.

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Inductive Bible Study Methods with Portia Collins Jun 28, 2023

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Elizabeth Woodson is joined by Portia Collins to continue the conversation on how to study the Bible by focusing on the Inductive Bible Study method. Questions Covered in This Episode:

What is the Inductive Bible Study method and how does it help us stick close to the original meaning of the text?
Can you help explain the Inductive Bible Study method by walking us through a few verses?
What are your favorite study tools or Bible Studies?

Guest Bio:Portia Collins is a Christian Bible teacher, writer/blogger, and podcast host. She loves God's Word and enjoys studying and teaching Scripture. Portia's commitment to discipling and training women is more than another project on her "to do" list. Her desire is to see women from all walks of life grow in godliness, grace, and in the knowledge of God. In 2016, Portia founded "She Shall Be Called" (SSBC) with the goal of helping women understand and embrace true biblical womanhood through solid study of God's Word. Portia and her husband, Mikhail, have a daughter and currently live in the Mississippi Delta. You can read more of Portia’s writings at www.portiacollins.com.Continue Learning:If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever.

Studying Literary Context with Kristie Anyabwile Jun 21, 2023

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Elizabeth Woodson is joined by Kristie Anyabwile to discuss the first step in the Bible study process; context. They unpack the information we need to study before we try to figure out what a passage means.Questions Covered in This Episode:

What are the different types of biblical contexts we need to study? Why do we study them?
What are the different literary styles or genres present in Scripture?
Can you explain the literary style of the law? What is it and how do we read it?
How do the prophets call the people back to the law?
What is apocalyptic literature and how do we read it?
What are some of your favorite tools to learn more about bible genres?

Guest Bio:Kristie Anyabwile is an instructor for several Bible training ministries, including the Charles Simeon Trust, and BibleEquipping. She is also a founding member of The Pelican Project, a women's theology organization. She is the editor of His Testimonies, My Heritage: Women of Color on the Word of God, and has written contributions to Held: 31 Biblical Reflections on God's Comfort and Care in the Sorrow of Miscarriage, ESV Women's Devotional Bible; Word-Filled Women's Ministry: Loving and Serving the Church; Women on Life: A Call to Love the Unborn, Unloved and Neglected; and Hospitality Matters: Reviving an Ancient Practice for Modern Missions. Her work can also be found at The Front Porch, The Gospel Coalition, Desiring God, Christianity Today, and Revive Our Hearts. She is a pastor's wife and has been married almost thirty years. They have three children.Continue Learning:If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever.

Getting Started: Why We Study The Bible Jun 14, 2023

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Elizabeth Woodson is back for a summer mini-series on How to Study the Bible. Questions Covered in This Episode:

Why should we study the Bible?
Why are we talking about studying the Bible?
How can misunderstanding the Christian faith bring harm to others?
Why do we study the Bible?
What is the Bible about?
What is The Story of the Bible?
How do you choose a Bible translation?
What is a good Bible reading plan?
What are different Bible study methods?

Continue Learning:If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever.

Summer Mini-Series Teaser Jun 07, 2023

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Join Elizabeth on Starting Place as she presents a four-episode miniseries called "How to Study the Bible." In season one, we explored the Old Testament and its themes. Now, in season two, we're diving into the New Testament. Elizabeth understands the common challenges people face when studying the Bible, feeling unsure or intimidated. But she wants you to know that Bible study is accessible to everyone, and it's for everyone.In this series, Elizabeth will share tools and resources to help you dive deep into scripture. She'll guide you through different study methods, like inductive Bible study and biblical meditation. You'll also get tips on helping your kids study the Bible. Each week, you can download a free guide to enhance your learning experience.Join Elizabeth and start your journey of studying the Bible with confidence and joy. Discover how studying scripture leads to spiritual transformation and a deeper connection with God. Tune in every Wednesday and grab your pen and notebook as we learn together on Starting Place.Continue Learning:If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever.Amazon affiliate links are used where appropriate. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, thank you for supporting Training the Church.Follow Us:
Twitter | Instagram | TikTokOur Sister Podcasts:Knowing Faith | The Family Discipleship Podcast | Confronting ChristianityStarting Place with Elizabeth Woodson is a podcast of Training the Church. For ad-free episodes and more content check out our Patreon. Sponsors:To learn more about our sponsors please visit our website.Follow Us:
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Season 1 Q&A Apr 05, 2023

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Elizabeth Woodson wraps up season one by answering questions submitted by listeners!Questions Covered in This Episode:

How do you recommend Christians discern what voices to trust on certain topics?
Any recommendations for how to make connections to much earlier books in the Bible when it feels like it’s been forever since you’ve read it?
What's a passage of Scripture that has really challenged you in finding its meaning?
What authors, speakers, teachers, family, and friends have influenced your theology the most?

Helpful Definitions:

Essentials: Things that we believe as Christians that are true for all Christians for all time.
Distinctives: Things that Christians will disagree on with grace and charity.
Metanarrative of Scripture: The whole story of scripture from Genesis to Revelation.

Continue Learning:If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever.

The Intertestamental Period & Waiting On God with Kat Armstrong Mar 29, 2023

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Elizabeth Woodson is joined by Kat Armstrong to finish up the journey through the Old Testament by talking about The Intertestamental Period and the themes of waiting on God. Questions Covered in This Episode:

What happens during The Intertestamental Period? Why is this a significant time in the life of Israel?
What makes waiting difficult for us?
What does The Intertestamental Period teach us about what it means to wait on God?
What does it look like for you to wait on God in your own life?
How does The Intertestamental Period and the theme of waiting on God point us toward the gospel?

Helpful Definitions:

The Intertestamental Period: A 400-year period of silence between the Old Testament and the New Testament.

Guest Bio:Kat Armstrong loves encouraging curious Christians to explore Bible stories and has also recently released a 6-Study Series called The Storyline Bible Series that will guide you through your study of the Bible. She is the co-founder of the Polished Network, an organization emboldening women in their faith and work. Kat is the author of No More Holding Back and The In-Between Place. She received her master’s degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and is pursuing a doctorate of ministry in New Testament context at Northern Seminary. Reflection Question:What would it look like for you to be faithful in your waiting season? Continue Learning:If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever.

Scripture Passage: Malachi 4:5-6, Jeremiah 29:1-11
Article: What happened in the Intertestamental Period?
Book: The Time Between The Old and New Testament by Henry Halley
Article: What happened between the Old and New Testament
Books: Kat Armstrong’s Storyline Series

The Prophets, Judgment, Hope, & Returning to God with Mason King Mar 22, 2023

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Elizabeth Woodson is joined by Mason King to have a conversation about how the prophets called Israel back to repentance but they did not listen, so God eventually responds by enacting judgment upon them by sending them into exile.Questions Covered in This Episode:

What is exile and why is this event significant in the life of Israel?
What hope does God give Israel while they are in exile? What is the significance of this hope being given during a season of suffering/judgment?
We love talking about hope, but we don’t always like talking about judgment. What are some of the reasons we have a hard time embracing this part of God’s character?
How has your understanding of these interconnected themes of judgment and hope impacted how you love God and love others?
How do The Prophet and the themes of judgment and hope point us toward the gospel?

Helpful Definitions:

Exile: Having to leave where you are from to go to another place against your will, knowing you can’t go back and you want to go back.

Guest Bio:Mason King serves as a pastor at The Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas. He also serves as the Executive Director of The Village Church Institute, Groups, and Leadership Development. He is currently completing Ph.D. in Church History from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and holds a D.Min. in Executive Leadership from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. A native Texan, Mason and his wife Carly have three kids and two labs. You can find him writing at masonking.org and on Instagram at @MasonKing.Reflection Question:How have you seen God use tough love or his judgment to bring you back to a place of faithfulness in your walk with Jesus?Continue Learning:If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever.

Scripture: Jeremiah 29, Jeremiah 31:31-34, 2 Kings 17, Ezra 3, Matthew 1:1
Video: The Bible Project - Exile
Online Course: Knowing the Bible: Daniel
Sermon: Bless the Block - Pastor Thabiti Anyabwile

The Prophets, Justice, Righteousness, & Loving God and Our Neighbor with Aaron Moore Mar 15, 2023

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Elizabeth Woodson is joined by Aaron Moore to talk about The Prophets and the themes of justice and righteousness. In these 17 books, Isaiah - Malachai, we read about different prophets God sent to Israel to call his people back to faithfulness, living in such a way that honored and glorified him.Questions Covered in This Episode:

How would you describe justice and righteousness and where do we see it show up in the prophetic books?
How are these two themes connected?
Why do you think we have a hard time holding justice and righteousness together?
How have you seen someone hold justice and righteousness together?
What does it look like for you to emobody justice and righteousness in your own life?
How do The Prophets and the theme of justice and righteousness point us toward the gospel?

Guest Bio:Rev. Aaron Moore is the Equipping Pastor at Concord Church in Dallas, Texas. There he provides vision and oversight to the overall Discipleship and Christian Education strategy of the church. Pastor Moore earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, he obtained a Master of Arts in Christian Education at Dallas Theological Seminary, and earned the Master of Divinity at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS). He previously served on staff at North Dallas Community Bible Fellowship and the historic Progressive Baptist Church of Chicago. In addition to his pastoral duties, Rev. Moore also serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Moody Bible Institute. He is a native of Ponchatoula, Louisiana and is married to his wife of seven years, Dr. Destiney Moore and they have one son, Blaize.Reflection Question:Which of these two godly attributes for you is more challenging to embody, justice or righteousness, and why?Continue Learning:If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever.

Scripture Passage: Proverbs 1-31, Amos 5
Book: How to Read & Understand The Biblical Prophets by Peter Gentry
Book: Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Video: How To Read The Prophets
Article: The Beginner’s Guide to Prophets In The Bible
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Proverbs, Wisdom, & Living God's Way with Sarita Lyons Mar 08, 2023

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Elizabeth Woodson is joined by Dr. Sarita Lyons to dive into the book of Proverbs and have a conversation about wisdom. Wisdom provides us with the skills we need to live life successfully on God’s terms and is the application of God’s truth to our hearts.Questions Covered in This Episode:

What is wisdom, and why do we need it?
What does the book of Proverbs teach us about wisdom? What does it teach us about what it means to be God's people and live in his world?
Are wisdom and information the same or are they different, how do those two interact?
Why do so many of us miss the mark when it comes to walking with God?
What is one piece of wisdom that you've received from a spiritual mother/father that has impacted your relationship with the Lord?
How do you cultivate wisdom as a disciple?
How do Proverbs and the theme of wisdom point us toward the gospel?

Guest Bio:Dr. Sarita Lyons is a wife, mother, speaker, women’s bible teacher, and psychotherapist. She is on staff at Epiphany Fellowship Church in Philadelphia as the Director of Discipleship, and Women’s Ministry. She speaks, writes, and advocates about the intersections of faith, mental health, and justice; as well as women’s issues in and outside of the church. Dr. Lyons is a contributing writer for the book, Urban Apologetics: How the Gospel Restores Black Dignity. She is married to Pastor Mark Lyons and they are the parents of four children Malachi, Sophia, Olivia, and Gabriella. Helpful Definitions:

Wisdom:
- Having the skills to live life successfully on God’s terms.
- The application of God’s truth to our heart; the will, the emotions, and the mind.
  - Our mind: Our thoughts, our beliefs, how we think.
  - Our emotions: How we feel.
  - The will: How we choose to live, how we behave.
- Having a reverence or fear of God that compels us to see things God’s way. Looking at all things through the eyes of God and responding accordingly.
Fools: Some earthly wisdom but reject the wisdom and truth of God.
Inexperienced: Accumulating the knowledge and believe the truth of God’s word but are inexperience in applying it to ones life.

Reflection Question:What is one piece of wisdom in Scripture that has changed how you interact with God or other people?Continue Learning:If you want to learn more about the entire story of the Bible check out Elizabeth’s new study, From Beginning To Forever.

Scripture Passage: Proverbs 1-31, 1 Corinthians 3:19-20, James 3:13-17, 1 Kings 3:1-15
Book: Proverbs: Wisdom That Works by Ray Ortlund
Book: Teach Thru The Bible Proverbs Study Guide
Book: Walk Wise - A Study of Proverbs by Amy Gannett

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