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  • Church Mothers: Leaving A Spiritual Legacy

    Church Mothers: Leaving A Spiritual Legacy
    Apr 2 2025
    In this episode of Starting Place, we’re kicking off a new series inspired by a conversation about the need for church mothers—women who intentionally invest in the next generation of believers. We explore what it means to leave a spiritual legacy, looking at the lives of Lois and Eunice, the mother and grandmother of Timothy, and how their sincere faith influenced his own. This conversation challenges us to consider how we are shaping those around us, not just through what we teach but through the authenticity of our everyday lives.
    Main Takeaways:
    • Discipleship isn’t just about teaching in a classroom—it’s about how the overflow of our lives helps show others what it looks like to be faithful in any season of life.
    • Lois and Eunice were faithful examples of spiritual legacy, influencing Timothy through their sincere and consistent faith.
    • True faithfulness isn’t about perfection but about authenticity—how we live offline matters more than how we appear in our highlight reels online.
    Reflection Question:
    What kind of spiritual legacy are you leaving for those around you?
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    We’d love to hear how you’re applying these insights to your own life. Share your thoughts, questions, or testimonies with us on Instagram @startingplacepodcast. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!
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    19 min
  • Forgetting the Cost of the Gospel

    Forgetting the Cost of the Gospel
    Mar 26 2025
    In this episode, we’re exploring one of the most pervasive ways we forget the gospel. Specifically, we forget the cost, which is surrender. We often sing about surrender, but if we're honest, we tend to surrender some rather than all. But abundant life only comes through surrendering our lives fully to Jesus.
    Main Takeaways:
    1. We are being formed. The culture is shaping us to prioritize ease and comfort, being driven by what feels good rather than what God says is God.
    2. We all have a master. Whether we realize it or not, we are all controlled or surrendered to something or someone. The question is whether or not it is Christ.
    3. Following Jesus means recognizing areas we haven’t fully surrendered and taking intentional steps to align our lives with His way.
    Reflection Question:
    What in your life do you need to surrender to God?
    Recommended Resources:
    Leverage: Life Without Regret by Jon Tyson (Sermon)
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    We’d love to hear how you’re applying these insights to your own life. Share your thoughts, questions, or testimonies with us on Instagram @startingplacepodcast. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!
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    27 min
  • Shame & Insecurity

    Shame & Insecurity
    Mar 19 2025
    In this episode, we explore how insecurity and shame reveal our tendency to forget the gospel. Looking at the story of Mary Magdalene, we see how the power of Christ transforms our past, freeing us from shame and equipping us to walk boldly in our new identity. If you’ve ever struggled with feelings of unworthiness or fear that your past defines you, this episode will remind you of the truth: you are made new in Christ.
    Main Takeaways:
    • Shame keeps us stuck, making us believe we don’t belong or deserve God’s love.
    • The gospel reminds us that our identity isn’t in our past but in what Christ has done.
    • Like Mary Magdalene, we can walk in courage and live in the freedom of the gospel.
    Reflection Question:
    What past experience or insecurity makes you feel stuck in shame? How can you bring it before God and walk in the freedom of His grace?
    Recommended Resources:
    The Soul of Shame by Curt Thompson
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    We’d love to hear how you’re applying these insights to your own life. Share your thoughts, questions, or testimonies with us on Instagram @startingplacepodcast. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!
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    26 min
  • The Trap of Spiritual Boredom

    The Trap of Spiritual Boredom
    Mar 12 2025
    We explore how boredom in the mundane moments of life can lead to spiritual forgetfulness. When our daily routines feel repetitive, we may struggle to see their significance in God's greater plan. But what if every moment—no matter how ordinary—was an opportunity to dwell with God and live on mission? We’ll discuss how the gospel reframes our perspective, helping us embrace faithfulness in the small things.


    Main Takeaways:
    • Boredom can deceive us into believing our work doesn’t have value, because we have been trained to look for immediate results.
    • The gospel is not just about what we are saved from—it’s about what we are saved to, transforming the ordinary into moments sacred moments lived with and for God.
    • To overcome spiritual boredom, we must be intentional about our witness, remembering our Savior, and guarding our God-given assignment.
    Reflection Question:
    What has God entrusted to your care, and what could He do through you if you were faithful with your assignment?


    Recommended Resources:
    1. Liturgy of the Ordinary by Tish Harrison Warren
    2. The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
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    We’d love to hear how you’re applying these insights to your own life. Share your thoughts, questions, or testimonies with us on Instagram @startingplacepodcast. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!


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    30 min
  • Why I Wrote Live Free

    Why I Wrote Live Free
    Mar 5 2025
    In this episode, we are featuring an interview Elizabeth did on the Culture Matters podcast with Adam Hawkins and Tymarcus Ragland, sharing about the heart behind her new study, Live Free. Elizabeth discusses how Paul's message remains relevant today, addressing the timeless challenges of being right with God and experiencing true freedom from sin.
    Recommended Resources:
    Learn more about Elizabeth’s new Galatians study, Live Free, at Lifeway.com/LiveFree!
    Join the Conversation:
    We’d love to hear how you’re applying these insights to your own life. Share your thoughts, questions, or testimonies with us on Instagram @startingplacepodcast. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!
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    25 min
  • Living By Sight, Not By Faith

    Living By Sight, Not By Faith
    Feb 26 2025
    In this episode, we explore how gospel forgetfulness can show up in our faith. While we often say we live by faith and not by sight, in reality, we can struggle to trust God when we lack control or certainty. We discuss the common reasons we resist stepping out in faith—our desire for control, fear of failure, and the cost of obedience. Using biblical examples like Abraham and Peter, we see both the challenges of walking in faith and the grace available when we falter.
    Main Takeaways:
    • Living by faith means trusting God even when we lack full understanding or assurance.
    • A desire for control can lead us to take matters into our own hands rather than waiting on God.
    • Fear—whether fear of failure, others' opinions, or the cost of obedience—often keeps us from stepping out in faith.
    • Biblical figures like Abraham and Peter remind us that faith is a journey, and God’s grace is present even when we struggle.
    Recommended Resources:
    This series is inspired by my new Galatians study, Live Free—pre-order now at Lifeway.com/LiveFree!
    Join the Conversation:
    We’d love to hear how you’re applying these insights to your own life. Share your thoughts, questions, or testimonies with us on Instagram @startingplacepodcast. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!
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    28 min
  • Legalism & Abusing Grace

    Legalism & Abusing Grace
    Feb 19 2025
    In this episode, we explore how legalism and an abuse of grace can hinder our faithfulness to God. The gospel is not just for salvation—it shapes our daily lives. Learn how to recognize and overcome these tendencies.
    Main Takeaways:
    • Legalism turns faith into a performance checklist, making us believe God’s favor depends on our actions.
    • Abusing grace leads to complacency, excusing sin instead of growing in holiness.
    • True faith balances obedience and grace, relying on Christ’s work rather than our own efforts.
    Reflection Question:
    "As you reflect on today’s episode, ask yourself: In what areas of my life do I tend to lean toward legalism or abusing grace? How can I align my heart more closely with the truth of the gospel?"
    Next Steps:
    • Check out my LIVE Free study on Galatians—explore how the gospel transforms daily life.
    • Talk with a trusted friend or mentor about struggles with legalism or grace.
    • Pray for wisdom to live in the balance of truth and grace.
    Join the Conversation:
    We’d love to hear how you’re applying these insights to your own life. Share your thoughts, questions, or testimonies with us on Instagram @startingplacepodcast.
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    28 min
  • What is The Gospel?

    What is The Gospel?
    Feb 12 2025
    Welcome back to Starting Place! Today, we’re kicking off a mini-series on why you still need the gospel—even if you've been a Christian for years.

    It’s easy to become overly familiar with Christianity, knowing all the right things to say but forgetting the basics. The gospel isn’t just the starting point of our faith—it’s the foundation we always need.


    Main Topics Covered:
    ✔️ What the gospel really is: not just about forgiveness, but fellowship with God
    ✔️ Why we slip into earning God’s favor instead of trusting His grace
    ✔️ How the entire Bible tells the gospel story—from creation to restoration


    Recommended Resources:
    This series is inspired by my new Galatians study, Live Free—pre-order now at Lifeway.com/LiveFree!


    Join the Conversation:
    We’d love to hear how you’re applying these insights to your own life. Share your thoughts, questions, or testimonies with us on Instagram @startingplacepodcast. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!


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    18 min