Seeing Affliction As Light

“Unashamed of the Chains of Christ”2nd Timothy 1:15-18Episode 7Season 1Ladies,Join Brooke and Erin as they work through 2nd Timothy 1:15-18. Just as Paul lost two workers in this book who deserted him while he was in chains for the gospel in prison,  the ladies talk on what it means personally with examples of when people deserted them for the faith they have in Christ. Erin and Brooke give personal examples of being persecuted and even abandoned by those who profess Jesus Christ even those who were close to them. The ladies also discuss the refreshment that comes from fellow workers of the gospel, the faithful friends and believers who stand with them and continue to battle the false world ideologies like woke, abortion, lgbtq, and transgender agenda in our generation. They also talk on the great responsibility of being women who train up their children unashamed of the gospel and how they both support their church and husbands as they pastor their churches. This episode will greatly encourage women to be unashamed of the chains of Christ and to look forward to that day when our works will be revealed. Are you standing unashamed? Are you chained to the gospel of Christ and forsaking this world?  This is a podcast you won’t want to miss and will want to share with all the women you know.“You are aware of the fact that all who are in Asia turned away from me, among whom are Phygelus and Hermogenes. The Lord grant mercy to the house of Onesiphorus, for he often refreshed me and was not ashamed of my chains; but when he was in Rome, he eagerly searched for me and found me-- the Lord grant to him to find mercy from the Lord on that day--and you know very well what services he rendered at Ephesus.”2 Timothy 1:15-18

Guard the Treasure Episode 6Open Hearts PodcastSeason 1Ladies,Join Brooke and Erin as they work through 2nd Timothy 1:12-14. They discuss what it means to believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, what that means in context of the verse, and what is to be guarded for the day of Christ’s return. The ladies also talk about the treasure entrusted and the attacks we are seeing that are coming from outside as well as inside the church. They talk about  the importance of following the pattern of sound words and how Paul  exhorted Timothy to hold to the truth and  preach Christ Alone. Erin and Brooke talk about being justified by Faith Alone in Christ and not adding to the gospel. They speak on why we are not to be swayed by persuasive arguments and academic knowledge but hold fast to the Word of Truth alone.“But I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that day what has been entrusted to me. Follow the pattern of the sound words that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. By the Holy Spirit who dwells within us, the treasure which has been entrusted to you.” 2 Timothy 1:12-14Follow Erin on social media here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erincoates80/Women’s Ministry: https://www.instagram.com/womenofgrace_glc/Find Brooke’s book, or follow her on social media here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbrookebartz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/526836121526587Chronic Love: https://www.amazon.com/Chronic-Love-Trusting-Suffering-Illness/dp/1620209241Open Hearts is so thankful for our graphic designer! You can find more of her beautiful designs here: https://www.genuinelyginger.comTo watch our Book Club and Aftershow Bonus Episode check out AGTV: https://www.watchagtv.comFor more information about Open Hearts, or to subscribe to the monthly newsletter, check out our website here: https://www.openheartsinaclosedworld.com

Do Not Be Ashamed of the Testimony Season 1 Episode 5Join Brooke and Erin as they discuss 2nd Timothy 1:8-11. They discuss how these verses should give us courage to not be ashamed of our testimony in Christ Jesus, what an apostle and teacher is, and how we are to understand the suffering that comes with being a follower of Christ. They discuss what it means to be a prisoner of Jesus and the holy calling we have to look like the Lord and not the world. The ladies give practical ways we are not be ashamed of the faith and how we are to keep ourselves holy and stand against temptation as women, wives, moms, and those who love the Lord. They also talk about the great hope we have in Christ because he abolished death and brought immortality through the light of the gospel and what that should mean to our hearts in this dark time we live in because he is our hope.‘’Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord or of me His prisoner, but join with me in suffering for the gospel according to the power of God, who has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace which was granted us in Christ Jesus from all eternity, but now has been revealed by the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel, for which I was appointed a preacher and an apostle and a teacher.”Follow Erin on social media here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erincoates80/Women’s Ministry: https://www.instagram.com/womenofgrace_glc/Find Brooke’s book, or follow her on social media here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbrookebartz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/526836121526587Chronic Love: https://www.amazon.com/Chronic-Love-Trusting-Suffering-Illness/dp/1620209241Open Hearts is so thankful for our graphic designer! You can find more of her beautiful designs here: https://www.genuinelyginger.comTo watch our Book Club and Aftershow Bonus Episode check out AGTV: https://www.watchagtv.comFor more information about Open Hearts, or to subscribe to the monthly newsletter, check out our website here: https://www.openheartsinaclosedworld.com

Join Erin and Brooke as they teach through 2nd Timothy 1:6-7. They discuss how this verse should be such an encouragement to women to keep the flame lit for Christ. How did Paul encourage Timothy in these verses? How does the Lord strengthen us to not have a spirit of fear but of power, love and discipline? Listen and find out. In this episode they also talk about the dangers of Twitter, serving in the church, and the pitfalls of not loving the local body of Christ with agape love. You will not want to miss this episode.For this reason I remind you to kindle afresh the gift of God which is in you through the laying on of my hands. For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline.2nd Timothy 1:6-7Follow Erin on social media here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erincoates80/Women’s Ministry: https://www.instagram.com/womenofgrace_glc/Find Brooke’s book, or follow her on social media here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbrookebartz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/526836121526587Chronic Love: https://www.amazon.com/Chronic-Love-Trusting-Suffering-Illness/dp/1620209241Open Hearts is so thankful for our graphic designer! You can find more of her beautiful designs here: https://www.genuinelyginger.comTo watch our Book Club and Aftershow Bonus Episode check out AGTV: https://www.watchagtv.comFor more information about Open Hearts, or to subscribe to the monthly newsletter, check out our website here: https://www.openheartsinaclosedworld.com

In this episode of the Open Hearts Podcast Erin and Brooke discuss 2nd Timothy 1:3-5 in detail. They discuss the trucker convoy, spiritual motherhood, what a sincere faith is and what the conscience is as well as encourage you how you can live out these verses as godly women as they break down the words Paul encourages young Timothy in. “I thank God, whom I serve with a clear conscience the way my forefathers did, as I constantly remember you in my prayers night and day, longing to see you, even as I recall your tears, so that I may be filled with joy. For I am mindful of the sincere faith within you, which first dwelled in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well.2nd Timothy 1:3-5

In this episode of the Open Hearts Podcast Erin and Brooke discuss 2nd Timothy 1:1-2 in detail. They look at how Paul addresses Timothy as both a friend and apostle and what true biblical friendship should look like in our lives as women. They talk about how to stand for Christ unashamed in this time with the persecutions that face our world both abroad and in the local church. Erin and Brooke break down verse 1 on what is the will of God and the promise of eternal life in Christ Jesus and what that looks like for us as believers in Christ. They cover the danger of young women who “teach” on social media as bible teachers and end with verse two talking about the definition of grace, mercy, and peace and how to apply this in our life.Follow Erin on social media here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erincoates80/Women’s Ministry: https://www.instagram.com/womenofgrace_glc/Find Brooke’s book, or follow her on social media here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbrookebartz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/526836121526587Chronic Love: https://www.amazon.com/Chronic-Love-Trusting-Suffering-Illness/dp/1620209241Open Hearts is so thankful for our graphic designer! You can find more of her beautiful designs here: https://www.genuinelyginger.comTo watch our Book Club and Aftershow Bonus Episode check out AGTV: https://www.watchagtv.comFor more information about Open Hearts, or to subscribe to the monthly newsletter, check out our website here: https://www.openheartsinaclosedworld.com

We all have beginnings. In this first episode of the Open Hearts Series Brooke and Erin talk about their beginnings. Beginning with their salvation, the beginning of their friendship, and the beginning of the Open Hearts Podcast that will encourage women to live life verse by verse.You can find the 2 Timothy study notes here: https://gracelife.ca/women-of-grace/Scroll down you’ll find them under “2 Timothy” written by Women of Grace at GraceLife Church.Follow Erin on social media here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erincoates80/Women’s Ministry: https://www.instagram.com/womenofgrace_glc/Find Brooke’s book, or follow her on social media here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justbrookebartz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/526836121526587Chronic Love:https://www.amazon.com/Chronic-Love-Trusting-Suffering-Illness/dp/1620209241Open Hearts is so thankful for our graphic designer! You can find more of her beautiful designs here: https://www.genuinelyginger.comTo watch our Book Club and Aftershow Bonus Episode check out AGTV: https://www.watchagtv.comWe’re so all so grateful for the support Carpe Fide has shown to the Coates family, if you want to see more about their shirts you can find them here: https://carpe-fide.myshopify.comFor more information about Open Hearts, or to subscribe to the monthly news letter, check out our website here: https://www.openheartsinaclosedworld.com

How can Paul say that our afflictions are light and momentary? Join us today on the LIT podcast  as we look at how we as Christians, endure affliction faithfully knowing that an eternal weight of glory awaits usOur Executive Producer is Lee Jones of fellow BAR Network podcast Guys With Bibles.

Where do we go for comfort amidst trials, suffering, persecution? The world offers no true help for these issues. Listen to what the Apostle Paul teaches us about where we should our greatest hope. We will look at the verse 2nd Corinthians 4:16.Our Executive Producer is Lee Jones of fellow BAR Network podcast Guys With Bibles.

Remember Mr Potatohead and his bucket of fun? Well, he has undergone some changes thanks to the Equality Act. Join us as we look at the desensitization to the LGBTQ agenda as well as the danger of the Equality Act.Link to the article they discussed in this Car Talk!