Learning to sit still
179 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWant to learn more about what the Bible has to say about women? Are you struggling with your self-worth or identity? Then this podcast is for you! Our desire is to help women discover who they are in Christ and the difference we can make when we allow God to work within us.
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Episode 177: A Comparison of Rest
July 03, 2024 00:00 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBRest was a gift given to us before the fall in the Garden of Eden and it is a good thing but our enemy, like so many other things, has created his own corrupt version of rest. What does that look like in comparison to God's rest? www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 176: No Fuel for Gossip
June 26, 2024 00:00 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBWhat happens when a gossips can't find anything negative to say? Is it even possible to live in such a way that gives no fuel for gossips? The story of Ruth shows us it is and the impact one person living in full pursuit of God can have on the lives of others. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 175: Revisiting Ruth
June 19, 2024 00:00 - 9 minutes - 13.8 MBGoing home is not always easy as the story of Naomi and the Prodigal Son remind us but it is necessary. It is not always easy to see God working for our good in the midst of difficult circumstances but He is. These are a few thoughts we will be talking about today as we revisit one of my favorite books in the Bible. Purchase the 2024 SSMD Conference video! https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/store/p24/Sit_Still_my_Daughter_Conference_Video.html
Episode 174: From One Time to a Lifetime
June 05, 2024 00:00 - 10 minutes - 15 MBThere are many examples of people who underestimated the power of sin. They thought they were in control when in essence they were the one under the control of sin. Today we will look at the life of a woman who was unwilling to give up her sin and went to great lengths to stop the one person who spoke out against it. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 173: Healing for One
May 29, 2024 00:00 - 10 minutes - 15.7 MBJesus didn't just heal in front of the crowds but behind closed doors. Peter's mother in law experienced just such a healing and there are truths for us to learn today. That we can bring our requests to Jesus and that He does care for us. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 172: A Promise of Restoration
May 22, 2024 00:00 - 8 minutes - 12.2 MBDo you feel as if your life has been swarmed by locusts and there is absolutely nothing left? Do you feel that you are too scarred and broken to be used by God? The book of Joel has a wonderful truth for us to learn about our amazing God who can restore you and offers a second chance. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 171: A Little Goes a Long Way
May 15, 2024 00:00 - 11 minutes - 16 MBA little may not seem like a lot but sometimes it only takes a little to make a big difference. Let's talk about the parable of the woman who added leaven to her dough and see how a little can go a long way in several areas. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 170: The Impact of One Choice
May 08, 2024 00:00 - 11 minutes - 16 MBSometimes the significance of one can be underestimated as we see in the lives of four men. They had no idea that their one choice would create such an outcome. Let's talk about the importance of one decision and why we must use wisdom when making any decision. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 169: The God who Sees Me
May 01, 2024 00:00 - 14 minutes - 20.7 MBWe know that God sees all but have you ever considered some specific things He sees? Today we will talk about a few of the things He sees. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 168: A Night of Prayer
April 10, 2024 00:00 - 11 minutes - 16 MBThe request seemed impossible but this man knew that he served the God of the possible. Daniel and his three friends knew that the God of Heaven would hear their cry and the answer would astonish a watching world. Don't forget to grab your ticket to the Ladies Event: https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html The prayer notebook system https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/learningtositstill/episodes/2023-08-30T03_00_00-07_00
Episode 167: Are you in a season of discouragement?
April 03, 2024 00:00 - 12 minutes - 18.2 MBDiscouragement is a difficult and heavy burden to bear. How did characters in the Bible deal with it? Today we will talk about two of them as well as a word to all of us today who can do something for someone else. Don't forget to grab your ticket to the upcoming ladies conference: https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html
Episode 166: Keeping Fear in Check
February 28, 2024 00:00 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBThis father believed Jesus could heal his daughter but when the news came that she was dead his heart sank and fear began to creep inside until the Master told him how He could overcome it. April ladies conference https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html
Episode 165: The Necessity of Loving Others
February 14, 2024 00:00 - 16 minutes - 23.3 MBHow does our love for others make a difference for Jesus? What if we are busy doing good things but without love does it matter? Why did the church of Ephesus receive a rebuke about leaving their first love? Let's talk about why loving others ia a necessity! www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 164: Behavior that becomes Holiness
January 31, 2024 00:00 - 12 minutes - 18.3 MBJust one phrase is all I want to talk about today. What does it means to have the behavior that becomes holiness that is mentioned in Titus chapter 2? What makes those words interesting in the New Testament and how do they impact our lives today? That is what we will discuss today. Don't forget to register for the upcoming ladies conference for 2024! Watch the new video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3MMfKoBMkc www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 163: The Investment of a Lifetime
January 24, 2024 00:00 - 11 minutes - 16 MBOur life is the seed which we have been given to sow during our time on earth. We may never know the harvest it yields but it is important to spend our life investing in eternity. Svea Flood, a Swedish missionary to Africa only was able to witness to one boy but he would go on to do something amazing. What would have happened if she hadn't invested her life? That is what we will talk about today. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 162: A Touch of Faith
January 17, 2024 00:00 - 15 minutes - 22.1 MBShe was desperate for healing which drove her to go outside of her comfort zone. That was the woman with the issue of blood. She was willing to do whatever it took to reach Jesus. But why did she feel she had to touch His hem? What did it mean when Jesus said that virtue had gone out of Him? Why did He insist on talking to her? Let's talk about this women who had a touch of faith. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Register for the ladies conference https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/even...
Episode 161: Thinking through 1 Thessalonians
January 10, 2024 00:00 - 14 minutes - 20.7 MBIs our faith meant to impact more than just us? How do we move past our fear of speaking boldly for Christ? Does one battle really matter? How much damage can one sin do? These are a few things we will consider as we study the book of 1 Thessalonians. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Register for the upcoming ladies conference https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html
Episode 160: A Chance to Start Again
January 03, 2024 00:00 - 12 minutes - 18.4 MBA new year brings new opportunities but sometimes we struggle to move past our regrets, mistakes, and poor choices. Let's examine the lives of three individuals who experienced a second chance from God. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 159: Preparing our heart for the new year
December 27, 2023 00:00 - 13 minutes - 19.2 MBMany will write a new year's list of goals and resolutions. They will spend time preparing to make this the best year ever but what it the most important thing we could prepare? Our heart. What does our heart do? What are it's pitfalls? And what does it say about our spiritual life? How can we prepare it to serve God better this year? These are the questions we will seek to answer as we wrap up another year. How to become a daughter of the King https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/a-...
Episode 158: The Forgotten Woman of Christmas
December 20, 2023 00:00 - 12 minutes - 17.1 MBShe only has three verses but they are packed with so many compelling and convicting truths that are still applicable today. Anna was a woman who loved God with all of her heart, mind, soul, and strength. She was so in tune with God that she knew when baby Jesus arrived at the Temple. What does it take to become a woman like Anna, a woman the world desperately needs. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 157: Stepping outside your comfort zone (part 2)
December 13, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 16.2 MBWhat was it like to raise the Son of God? To know that He was born to die? What was it like for her to watch Him breath His first human breath and witness Him breathe His last? This is the side of Mary that we often forget. She was human and she loved her Son, the One who had come to save the world. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 156: Stepping outside your comfort zone (part 1)
December 06, 2023 00:00 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MBWhen Mary said yes to God she was stepping outside of her comfort zone. This yes meant that people would think of her as an unfaithful woman. This yes meant that she had to face Joseph with the news that she was pregnant. This yes was not developed on the spot but was cultivated throughout her life. She had no idea that God would choose her to be the mother of the Messiah but her whole life had prepared her for this moment. www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 155: When all hope seems lost
November 29, 2023 00:00 - 14 minutes - 20 MBAs the holiday season arrives I thought it would be a good time to come back to our women of the Bible study since the first three are all part of the Christmas story. Today we will talk about a woman names Elisabeth, the one who served God no matter what and understood that a yes to a prayer request can't be earned. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Shop for the holidays https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/store/c8/Handmade_with_Love.html Beautiful cards https://www.sitstillmydaughter.c...
Episode 154: The Necessity of Gratitude
November 22, 2023 00:00 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBThanksgiving is a time of giving thanks but what did Paul have to say on the topic? Does gratitude hinder pride? What does it say about us when we are thankful? Let's talk about this and more! Limited edition items on the website: https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/store/c8/Handmade_with_Love.html https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/store/p27/Jane_Austen_Notecards.html
Episode 153: Packed down and ready to pop: a conversation on anxiety
November 15, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBHannah thought she was having a heart attack her junior year of college and was shocked to discover that she had just experienced her first panic attack. Anxiety is a real issue that affects so many but it is rarely talked about which is why Hannah and I wanted to have this conversation. We will discuss the difference between worry and anxiety, what you can do to help yourself and others move forward. Learn more about Hannah: https://hannahlajoyjohnston.my.canva.site/?fbclid=PAAaaI...
Episode 152: An Invitation to Come
November 08, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 15.8 MB"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest" Today we will unpack some of what this verse means and the impact it has upon our soul. We will also discuss the importance of praying over things before saying yes to them and how we need to be careful not to put too much on our plate. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Limited holiday items: https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/store/p27/Jane_Austen_Notecards.html
Episode 151: Contemplating in Colossians
November 01, 2023 00:00 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MBColossians is packed with many thoughts that are worthy of contemplating such as what part does love play in our wardrobe or what resources has God made available to us to help in living out our faith? Let's talk about that today! www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 150: Raised up to care: a biblical look at the elderly
October 18, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 108 MBRosa Myers is my special guest today who shares her wisdom regarding how we can honor the elderly as well as her own story of having her mom move into her home. Rosa shares insights into a Biblical portrait of age, staggering statistics about the effects of isolation, and the benefits of friendships between the old and the young. If you are at a point in your life where you may need to consider caring for your parents, this episode will be a blessing as well as filled with practical...
Episode 149: Pondering in Philippians
October 11, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 15.6 MBWhile it is known as the Epistle of Joy, Philippians has so much more to teach us like what does it mean to murmur or how is love similar to a river? What are the enemies of unity? Find out as we ponder in Philippians. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry via PayPal and help us continue to encourage the hearts of women with the truth of God's Word https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=027655629a875&mfid=1696701027617_027655629a875#/checkout/openBut...
Episode 148: A Working Trio
October 04, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 15.7 MBMany are familiar with the verse that closes out 1 Corinthians 13 - “And now abideth faith, hope, and charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.” but the apostle Paul gives a little more detail on what each of these look like in action when he speaks to the church in Thessalonians. This small body of believers were already known for having them but can we say the same? Would you consider supporting this ministry through a PayPal donation? https://www.paypal.com/web...
Episode 147: William Tries Again
September 27, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 132 MBWhat she thought was a routine ultrasound during her pregnancy would change her world. As a young mom, Bethany was told that her child was missing his left eye. Even though she prayed that God would heal him, the answer was no. In beautiful honesty, Bethany shares her story of welcoming baby William into her heart and life but also the trials and struggles they have faced. Through it all God has remained faithful and little Williams life is a reminder that each life is beautiful and...
Episode 146: Exploring Ephesians
September 20, 2023 00:00 - 14 minutes - 20 MBWhy does Paul give us measurable terms when describing God's love but not His mercy? What does the Holy Spirit's seal tell us about what is to come? Did you know that we have freedom of speech in prayer? These are a few of the thoughts I want to explore in the book of Ephesians. Grab your tickets for the Ladies event https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html Support this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f76237132932d&mfid=1694205936026_f7623...
Episode 145: Mastering Self
September 13, 2023 00:00 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MBGetting to the Olympics does not happen by accident neither does cultivating Temperance, self-control, in our life but it is necessary. Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth made the point that this fruit impacts all others and that is true. Let's unpack our final fruit of the Spirit along with some practical ways to begin implementing it today. Tickets for the Ladies Conference April 2024 https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/events.html Fruit of the Spirit download https://www.sitstillmydaughter....
Episode 144: Strength under Control
September 06, 2023 00:00 - 12 minutes - 16.6 MBMeekness is our topic of study for today as we continue in our series on the fruit of the Spirit. What does it mean to be meek? Who illustrates this in the Bible? What can hinder us from having a spirit of meekness? Let's find out together! Consider supporting this ministry so we can continue to share encouragement https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f751288dcba43&mfid=1693075908797_f751288dcba43#/checkout/openButton www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 143: The Prayer Notebook System
August 30, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 92 MBDo you struggle to pray? Maybe you feel like you are in a rut or are not even sure where to start. In a special interview, I am talking to a woman who went on a journey to understand prayer and her notebook is the result of that quest. Now many, myself included, have benefited from her wonderful resource. Listen as Ruth Bumgardner shares her heart on the importance of having a focused prayer life. Learn more about her and her notebook https://www.ruthbumgardner.com Visit www.sitsti...
Episode 142: A Reliable Characteristic
August 23, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MBWhat does it mean to be faithful and what does it look like in action? That is our topic for today in our study on the fruit of the Spirit. Support this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f30135566dd5f&mfid=1692747651564_f30135566dd5f#/checkout/openButton www.sitstillmydaughter.com
Episode 141: A Gracious and Generous Pair
August 16, 2023 00:00 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MBWe are talking about Gentleness and Goodness. Two fruit of the Spirit that can have long-lasting results and can open doors that even the strongest personality can't knock down. Both Abraham Lincoln and Fred Rogers have something to teach us about this pair. Sign up for the newsletter here https://www.sitstillmydaughter.com/blog Visit www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f55479865f2a6&mfid=1690055257082_f55479...
Episode 140: Patience with People
August 09, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 16.2 MBLongsuffering is patience but not the usual definition of patience. It has to do with annoying people and the life of David has a great illustration for this plus what happens when we do chose to exercise this fruit of the Spirit. If you are in a dealing with a difficult family member, friend, or coworker this episode is for you. Visit www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f55479865f2a6&mfid=1690055257082_f55479...
Episode 139: Tranquility of Heart
August 02, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 12 MBGod's peace is something that cannot be fully understood but it can be completely experienced. It is not the absence of fighting or freedom from conflict but rooted in the knowledge that our lives are in His loving hands. Let's talk about God's peace and how it can be ours today even in the midst of turmoil. Visit www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f55479865f2a6&mfid=1690055257082_f55479865f2a6#/checkout/open...
Episode 138: Smiling through the tears
July 26, 2023 00:00 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBWe are talking about joy, the fruit of the Spirit that lets us see beyond today and is grounded in the Lord. Let's unpack the difference between joy and happiness plus what the babbling brook and crackling fire has to teach us about joy. Visit www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f55479865f2a6&mfid=1690055257082_f55479865f2a6#/checkout/openButton
Episode 137: Love, the foundational fruit
July 19, 2023 00:00 - 13 minutes - 18.1 MBWe are beginning our series on the fruit of the Spirit and love is the first on the list. What does it mean to love others and what does it require that we do? What would happen if we had great faith but no love? Why does Paul say that love is the greatest? Let's find out. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Donate to this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f8446752a5763&mfid=1688841812431_f8446752a5763#/checkout/openButton
Episode 136: I hated these sunglasses
July 12, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 14.4 MBI am the type of person who picks a pair of sunglasses based on appearance. When I won a pair of sunglasses I was disappointed in how they looked and considered them the ugliest pair I had ever seen until one day they were hit with a little bit of sunshine. www.sitstillmydaughter.com Donate to this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f8446752a5763&mfid=1688841812431_f8446752a5763#/checkout/openButton
Episode 135: For God's Glory
July 05, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBShe had complications giving birth to her 6th child and was told that she needed a heart transplant. What would you do with such news? With the realization that you might not live to see your children grow up? Brittany Torres shares her amazing testimony in a beautiful, raw way in this special interview. Even though it was a difficult she knew that it all was for God's glory and we can trust Him through every season. Contact Brittany [email protected] Bible resources: www.sit...
Episode 134: The Power of Companions
June 28, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 14.1 MBWho we choose to be with matters and Paul tells us two companions that should be with us every day. Donate to this ministry: https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f490168de47cf&mfid=1685820250976_f490168de47cf#/checkout/openButton
Episode 133: The Prophets Wives
June 21, 2023 00:00 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBTwo wives married to men who have the same occupation but their stories are very different. We will examine the life of Isaiah who reminds us that God's words will always come to pass and also explore Gomer the wife of Hosea who teaches us that sin manages us if we are not careful plus we will also be reminded of God's everlasting love toward us. Donate to this ministry: https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f490168de47cf&mfid=1685820250976_f490168de47cf#/check...
Episode 132: To the girl without a dad
June 14, 2023 00:00 - 12 minutes - 16.8 MBFather's Day is a wonderful opportunity to honor and celebrate dads but this is not the case for every girl. This is a personal episode for me as I speak directly to those without a dad and share a little about my own struggles. Donate to this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f490168de47cf&mfid=1685820250976_f490168de47cf#/checkout/openButton
Episode 131: A little country wisdom
June 07, 2023 00:00 - 12 minutes - 17.8 MBSometimes country wisdom has the best lessons to teach us and today we are going to look at a country girl who caught the eye of a king. Their expressions of love have some things we can learn from. Donate to this ministry: https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f490168de47cf&mfid=1685820250976_f490168de47cf#/checkout/openButton
Episode 130: Have You Learned Christ?
May 31, 2023 00:00 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBWhat does it mean to learn Christ? How do we begin our journey of learning Him and why does it matter? These are the questions we will be answering in today's episode. Free Resources: www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry: https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f6912839d5cf4&mfid=1682720002166_f6912839d5cf4#/checkout/openButton
Episode 129: Be Ye Useful
May 24, 2023 00:00 - 8 minutes - 11.4 MBLet's unpack a familiar verse today, Ephesians 4:32 and consider what those meanings have to teach us. Free Resources: www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry: https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f6912839d5cf4&mfid=1682720002166_f6912839d5cf4#/checkout/openButton
Episode 128: A Woman of Community
May 17, 2023 00:00 - 11 minutes - 15.7 MBIn our final study of the Proverbs 31 woman we will look at how she impacts her community both in word and in deed. Free resources www.sitstillmydaughter.com Support this ministry https://www.paypal.com/webapps/shoppingcart?flowlogging_id=f6912839d5cf4&mfid=1682720002166_f6912839d5cf4#/checkout/openButton