Her Faith Inspires Podcast

Lady Gaga's 2011 song, Born This Way, was a hit because not only does it have a catchy tune, it has a catchy message: God accepts you the way you are because He makes no mistakes. Messages like these are a dime a dozen in the culture we're in. But what if they come from those in the church? Shanda discusses the catchy phrases that have made their way into the church but are accepted by Christians because God is sprinkled in there somewhere. She takes you through passages of Scripture that show the correct response to sin and why no one likes the message of original sin. In fact, some pastors avoid it all together. You'll learn why the message of original sin is a must when sharing the gospel. Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

Do you follow your emotions and regret it later? How can you prepare to think well and not be manipulated by the propaganda you'll see this election season? Christians often think that because God renews their minds by the word they don't have to learn logic. Is that true? Kathy Gibbens, host of the Filter It Through a Brain Cell podcast, is on the show to talk about why it's necessary to learn how to think. You'll hear about the most common fallacies Shanda and Kathy encounter on social media, and they share their favorite resources for an introduction to logic. Follow Kathy Gibbens on social media: @Kathy Bibbens Listen to Kathy's podcast: Filter It Through A Brain Cell Kathy's Crazy Thinkers: FilterItThroughABrainCell.com Learn Logic: Train Your Brain: An Introduction To Logic at ImpactApologetics.com Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

Is Christianity a bunch of do's and don'ts? Shanda received a question from a listener on Facebook about the guilt of working out and going to the gym. After futher discussion, the listener revealed she grew up in a legalistic church and struggles with false guilt. In today's episode, Shanda address the listener's concerns by defining what legalism is and how to identify it. You will learn how to break free from legalism and how to think biblically about guilt, shame, and condemnation. Are any of these from God? What can we do when we struggle with these emotions tied to do's and don'ts? This episode will encourage you and point you to Bible passages to study. Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

Most women's Bible studies don't focus on theology as much as they focus on felt needs. Why is that? Isn't theology for women too? Nikki Stull from Women In Apologetics advocates for why every believer ought to be a theologian. We talk about: How does the average Christian study theology? Reasons Christians need both apologetics and theology. Some next steps for how to dive deeper into Bible study. Follow Nikki Stull at https://seekingsacredtruth.com Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

Everyone is someone's disicple because discipleship is not isolated to Christianity. A disciple is a student or follower of a teacher or leader. With a definition like that, it's easy to see we are all someone's disciple. Whatever you give your mind to will form your worldview. As a student of the word, you have a responsiblity to guard who you allow in it. In this episode, we discuss: What do we mean when we say discipleship is not isolated to Christianity? What is the responsibility of a disciple (student)? How do you choose teachers who are equipped to disciple you? The recommended Bible passage for this episode is Mark 4 - The Parable Of The Sower. Jesus teaches us about the responsibility of the learner and why it all begins with the motivation to hear. Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world and with the Israel-Hamas war in the spotlight in recent months, many claim it's a religion of peace. Is that true? Laura Zifer Powell, an Islamic Specialist with Women in Apologetics, is on the show to talk about the origin of Islam. We discuss the "Queers for Palestine" and the reality of that statement, as well as TikTokers converting to Islam after reading the Quran. Will Muslims eventually take over the world? Listen to this powerful conversation and learn how to respond to the claim that Islam is a peaceful religion. Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

Do you say what you mean and mean what you say? When you tell someone you're going to do something, do you follow through? As we begin a new year, there's something to be said about being a person of your word. In fact, if you've made goals and desire change in the new year, you've already given your word that you will do what you plan in order to accomplish those goals. We'll discuss what the Bible says about keeping your word. We'll also discuss why your word is attached to your reputation, and what integrity really means. Do you have it? Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

Do you make new year's resolutions? Most resolutions are forgotten by the third week of January. There is a better way to make lasting and positive changes and it all starts with goal setting and planning for success. For the Christian, Shanda talks about how to make goals in the three areas of Matthew 22:37: mind, body, and soul. She gives you tips on how to plan for their success and what you can do to take Bible study and studying new concepts to a deeper level. This episode will get your new year started off on the right track! Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

As you get ready to start a new year, if there is one spiritual goal worth making it's to nurture your prayer life. But how do you pray? Some think the Lord's prayer is meant to be memorized and recited, but Jesus gave it to us as a model for prayer. Shanda will teach you how to pray through each section of the Lord's prayer and tell you what to do when you don't feel like praying. Our prayer lives are too easy to neglect, but there is a way to be devoted to praying and talking to God. Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

What are your Christmas traditions? Traditions are passed on from one generation to the next and binds families throughout generations. Shanda talks about the importance of traditions and how they help adjust with major life changes such as moving and deaths in the family. You'll also hear about the appeal to tradition fallacy. Has someone in your family ever said you can't change plans because this is the way it's always been done? Recognizing this fallacy will help you prepare for conversations like this. Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop