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messed up christian - the imperfect woman's podcast

messed up christian - the imperfect woman's podcast

By Marlena Rice

Are you a Christian woman?

Does your family look perfect on your Instagram, but is actually falling apart in real life? Or, maybe you consider yourself a believer, but find yourself confused as to what that means for your everyday life?

Messed Up Christian will provide weekly messages for and with women who are looking to understand God's word for what it truly is, and not what trendy, popular Christian culture is trying to make us conform to.

Be ready to hear the truth, sometimes get offended and have the opportunity to chime in for an online women's fellowship.
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Who Am I?

messed up christian - the imperfect woman's podcastSep 06, 2022

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Who Am I?

Who Am I?

In light of my spotlighting influencers in a few recent episodes, I decided to take a play out of the influencer’s playbook and give you an “About Me” episode.
Sep 06, 202248:43
Christian Influencers: Are they are they a thing? Part 4., ForeverJenypher

Christian Influencers: Are they are they a thing? Part 4., ForeverJenypher

Today we are still talking about Christian Social Media Influencers. Our review this week is of Jenypher of ForeverJenypher. *Reviewed in this episode was the public Instagram profile of ForeverJenypher. Although there are multiple platforms to review for this influencer, the Instagram page had the most engagement and the largest following for review.
Aug 28, 202201:01:21
A Mid-Year Verse on Gratitude and Peace.

A Mid-Year Verse on Gratitude and Peace.

We all know the verse, “Be Still, and Know that I am God.” Many of us quote it, write it in beautiful print and share it with others, and post it on social media. But do we live it? Do we understand that peace is nonexistent in this world, and that we can only get it from Jesus?
Jun 11, 202221:18
Christian Influencers: Are they a thing? Pt.3, Review of TwiceBlessed
May 27, 202229:05
Christian Influencers, Are they a thing? Pt.2, Review of Alicia Joy, and Shelaughsmission
May 16, 202250:07
Christian Influencers, Are they a thing? Part 1

Christian Influencers, Are they a thing? Part 1

Social media has helped create the spread of influencers, even those who call themselves Christian influencers. Christ tells us to go and make disciples, but does influencing as we know it miss this command completely?
May 08, 202223:01
Allow your faith to motivate your self-care, Pt. 2

Allow your faith to motivate your self-care, Pt. 2

After a long break, dealing with my own mental health after a time of significant loss, I hope to shed a little light, or at least a similar prospective, to all of you ladies out there working to better your mental health. God says, “Do not fear,” often. But is it really that easy?
May 01, 202219:37
A verse for 2021, Pt.2

A verse for 2021, Pt.2

Learning how to decrease from John the Baptist.
Jan 18, 202118:35
A verse for 2021

A verse for 2021

“He must increase and I must decrease,” John 3:30.
Jan 11, 202106:12
A Final Word

A Final Word

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary on the conclusion of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 31, 202005:22
A Speechless Husband Speaks

A Speechless Husband Speaks

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary of chapter ten of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 31, 202010:44
Why Am I Doing This?

Why Am I Doing This?

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary of chapter nine of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 31, 202035:42
Sorry for the delay!

Sorry for the delay!

Just a quick blurb, and life update! Happy New Year!
Dec 31, 202006:36
First Things First

First Things First

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary of chapter eight of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 24, 202047:08
Who Says Beauty Is Only Skin Deep?

Who Says Beauty Is Only Skin Deep?

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary of chapter seven of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 23, 202052:43
Behavior Matters

Behavior Matters

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary of chapter six of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 22, 202059:29
Who’s in Charge around Here Anyway?

Who’s in Charge around Here Anyway?

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary of chapter five of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 21, 202055:42
What Makes Your Heart Beat Faster?

What Makes Your Heart Beat Faster?

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary of chapter four of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 20, 202059:14
Let Freedom Ring

Let Freedom Ring

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary of chapter three of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 19, 202001:09:20
Choices! Choices! Choices!

Choices! Choices! Choices!

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary of chapter two of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 18, 202054:21
Men Need Help

Men Need Help

Today’s episode will be a reading and commentary of chapter one of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 16, 202051:46
What Is a Politically Incorrect Wife?

What Is a Politically Incorrect Wife?

Today’s episode will be the reading of the introduction of the book, The Politically Incorrect Wife, by Nancy Cobb and Connie Grigsby. Listen along as I share a great, and, very necessary, book by two very insightful women!
Dec 15, 202015:59
Sin, the Ease of Abusing God’s Grace, and Overcoming it All

Sin, the Ease of Abusing God’s Grace, and Overcoming it All

We all sin, but why do we? Do we take advantage of God’s Grace? How do we overcome sin? Check out todays episode, where we will discuss these questions.
Nov 20, 202031:34
Pregnancy Brain Happens to Christians Too

Pregnancy Brain Happens to Christians Too

When I was pregnant, my once AMAZING memory became horrible. I forgot the simplest of things! Many of you have heard of "pregnancy brain," and just like me, will argue down anyone who tries to say that it does not exist. You know what? Christians have a similar forgetfulness, and during crazy times like this election season we are in, we panic, we stress, we become overly political and sometimes we fall into culture, hook line and sinker, forgetting who we truly belong to. Yes, we're citizens of this United States, but we're also citizens of another very special place too!
Nov 02, 202047:10
Worry, the Enemy of Faith

Worry, the Enemy of Faith

We're taking a look at Matthew, chapters five and six, as we talk about worry. How strong is your faith in God? Scripture tells us not to worry, and we're going to talk about a few practical things that may help us to do this.
Oct 12, 202028:49
Meant to Be, Pt. 5

Meant to Be, Pt. 5

Have you encountered counterfeits while in your marriage relationship? Sometimes the good we see in another man may only be counterfeit, testing us to see if we can be faithful in our marriage covenant.
Sep 30, 202032:55
Meant to Be, Pt. 4

Meant to Be, Pt. 4

Dating and Courtship?
Is this mentioned in God's word? How should we feel about it?
Sep 12, 202030:06
Meant to Be, Pt. 3

Meant to Be, Pt. 3

Are you compatible with your spouse?
I bet you're not. And...I bet God planned it to be this way!
Aug 30, 202026:08
Fruitfulness, the Source of our Crazy

Fruitfulness, the Source of our Crazy

What situations are you experience right now that are causing you to freak out with stress and anxiety? Think to the root of those problems, could you be working yourself up because you're worried about the outcome of all of the things that you are doing that don't seem to be working?
The thing about fruitfulness is this: you may go a lifetime before seeing the results of your dedication and heart for Christ, but this shouldn't stop you from keeping up the good fight.
Aug 25, 202026:53
Meant to Be, Pt. 2

Meant to Be, Pt. 2

During this episode, we will discuss four principles that are worth understanding before beginning a marriage relationship.
Aug 16, 202025:29
Meant to Be, Pt. 1

Meant to Be, Pt. 1

What kind of marriage did you enter when you married your husband? Was it a contractual relationship or a covenant relationship?
Aug 09, 202022:16
Things to Remember when Living with an Unbelieving Spouse

Things to Remember when Living with an Unbelieving Spouse

Is your husband a believer? Here are a few things to remember that will help your own faith when living with a non-believer.
Aug 04, 202032:11
What do you seek? The Narrow Path, or the Wide Path? Pt. 3

What do you seek? The Narrow Path, or the Wide Path? Pt. 3

We're revisiting Matthew Chap 7 and taking a look at false teachers and how to spot them.

Jul 24, 202027:03
What do you seek? The Narrow Path, or the Wide Path? Pt. 2

What do you seek? The Narrow Path, or the Wide Path? Pt. 2

This week we're going to do things a little differently. We are going to listen to an interview that relates to our current discussion on Seeking the Narrow Path, or the Wide Path.

The interview referenced in this episode is one between Jenn Hatmaker and her daughter Sydney on Jenn's podcast, For the Love.
Jul 15, 202001:09:11
What do you seek? The Narrow Path, or the Wide Path? Pt.1

What do you seek? The Narrow Path, or the Wide Path? Pt.1

This week we are looking at Matthew Chapter seven, verses thirteen through twenty-seven. In your journey toward becoming closer to Christ, are you on the right path?
Jul 07, 202033:17
What do you seek? Felt Needs, or the Gospel? Pt. 2

What do you seek? Felt Needs, or the Gospel? Pt. 2

Continuing from last week's episode regarding the seeker-friendly church, this week we discuss what the church is, and who is included in its makeup.
Jun 29, 202031:46
What do you seek? Felt needs, or the Gospel?

What do you seek? Felt needs, or the Gospel?

This episode begins what may be a long discussion about hearing about our felt needs in a Sunday sermon, versus the Gospel.
Are you attending a seeker-friendly church?
Jun 23, 202039:14
What's Your Temp? Pt. 3, (Don't Be) A Wife of the World

What's Your Temp? Pt. 3, (Don't Be) A Wife of the World

Taking a look at Genesis 19, we are going to discuss Lot's wife, and what it means to be a wife that is focused on the world and what it offers, as opposed to Jesus.
Jun 16, 202023:51
What's Your Temp? Pt. 2, Living Out Your Role As Wife

What's Your Temp? Pt. 2, Living Out Your Role As Wife

How do you live out your role as a wife?
Looking at Titus, Chapter 2, we will dig into what it means to not only have right biblical thinking, but right biblical living as well.
Jun 08, 202026:07
What's Your Temp? Pt.1, The Role of a "Wife"

What's Your Temp? Pt.1, The Role of a "Wife"

What does it mean to be a wife that sets her marriage apart?
In the next few episodes titled, "What's Your Temp," we are going to chat about what it means to have a "worldly" view of wife life, as opposed to a faith-based view of wife life. We're going to see where we can we look in God's word to define what our role as a wife is, and what the consequences are of ignoring the duties of this role and focusing too much on what the world has to offer.
May 31, 202024:36
Holy Beautiful

Holy Beautiful

What is “Holy Beautiful,” and how do we as women begin to incorporate this beauty in our individual spiritual walk?
May 23, 202016:49