Mary & Martha Podcast

In part II of our friendship series, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of cultivating your friendships through prayer.  Join us as we talk about the reasons why we need to pray for and with each other. 

Friendships are some of the most important relationships we have. So why do we treat them so differently than romantic relationships? Join Kisha and Christina as they start a friendship series with a look at one of the most passionate and committed friendships in the Bible.  Scripture: 1 Samuel 18: 1-4 CSB; Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 CSB; Genesis 2: 18 CSB

In honor of Christina's sixth wedding anniversary, Kisha and Christina talk about what you should think about while you are dating and Biblical principles you can follow to help you stay married.   Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Ephesians 6:12, Ephesians 5:33, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 10:12, Matthew 20 

Sometimes, it's important to just stop and be still. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of being still even when we are in times of trouble.  Scripture: Psalm 46

We are under attack and Satan wants to start with our minds. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about how we take our thoughts captive and letting God fight our battles for us.  Church announcements: Zion Church Women's Summer Virtual Book Club selection is Jada Edwards "The Captive Mind." To register, go to znch.org/wbbc to join.  Scripture: Romans 12:2, 1 Peter 2:9, 2 Corinthians 10: 3-5, Psalms 23, 2 Chronicles 20:15

Our favorite Christian counselour Erica St. Bernard is back to talk about how powerful we are when we talk about our experiences. You don't want to miss her incredible words of wisdom and expertise.  Scripture: Revelations 12:11 CSB 

God speaks to us each of us in a different way depending on the posture of our ears. In this episode, Kisha and Christina and their favorite producer Asha, talk about how God speaks to us in whispers and roars. 

Reclaiming our time a concept for people looking to make the most of the life God blessed them with, no matter what stage of that life you are in. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of making the most of your time and what Kisha has learned about time management since becoming a mother.  Don't forget to sign up for our watch party and virtual town hall! https://maryandmarthapodcast.typeform.com/to/EFoXlC 

TRIGGER WARNING for the discussion of sexual assault. The courageous voices of women are necessary to push back against the sin and evil of our world.  In this episode, Kisha and Christina discuss the sexual assault against Tamar and the impact of using our voice to tell our own stories, reclaim our humanity, and embrace God's character and royalty. This episode was produced in conjunction with Odyssey Impact to close out Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April.  Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-20 CSB Church announcements: We are excited about our new social justice initiative with Odyssey Impact AND WE HAVE A NEW DATE. On May 9, 2020, from 4-6:30 pm, we are hosting a virtual town hall for the movie "The Rape of Recy Taylor."  To sign up and receive the link to watch the movie in time for the town hall, email us at maryandmarthapodcast@gmail.com or register directly at bit.ly/MMPMay9Event

Have you ever had a friend who will agree with anything and everything? Have you ever agreed with something but weren't actually living out what you were touting?  In this episode, Kisha and Christina dive into a story in Acts where a young girl co-signed the gospel but was rebuked because she was doing it for the wrong reason. Scripture: Acts 16: 16-18 CSB Church announcements: We are excited about our new social justice initiative. On May 2, 2020, from 4-6:30 pm, we are hosting a watch party and town hall for the movie "The Rape of Recy Taylor."  For more information or to sign up email us at maryandmarthapodcast@gmail.com.

Perfectionism is a dangerous mindset that many of us carry around like badges of honor. Sometimes, we need to sit in the satisfaction of knowing we will never be enough and God will fill in our gaps. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the gift of God's grace in filling the gaps in our life.  Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12: 6-10 CSB

Jesus had a wild bunch of friends who He loved but did some very questionable things. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about Jesus' friends and what they were doing at the last supper.  Scripture: Luke 22:1-6; 14- 24; 31-34

In uncertain times like these, the best thing for us to do is to have a strong connection with God. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of prayer and how Jesus taught us to pray.  Scripture:  Matthew 6:9-13 CSB

If you don't have it now, sooner or later, you will be ready to get out of the house because being stuck in a physical space is challenging. Sometimes our faith can get cabin fever. We know God has made us a promise but He's made us sit in the same place until He is ready for us to move forward. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about what happens when your faith gets cabin fever.  Scripture: Joshua 2; Joshua 6  Christina preached a message on Cabin Fever Faith back in August! Check it out! https://vimeo.com/351976798

People do really disrespectful, messed up, inconsiderate things. If we were honest with ourselves, we are people. It's so important for us as daughters of the King to learn how to forgive others so we and live up to the standard that God set as He forgives us. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the importance of forgiveness.  Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17 CSB 

Life gets overwhelming. There are certain things that our hearts desire that God is just not giving us and it is heartbreaking. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about the story of Hannah and how she journeyed through a broken-heart. 

Sometimes we are so deep in our bad decisions that we are ashamed, embarrassed and attempt to hide from others who know what we are going through. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about how God's faithfulness covers our shame when we realize our true thirst is for Him.  Scripture: John 4: 1-35 CSB

God has brought us to our first anniversary of the podcast! Let me tell you, God's assignments are rarely easy but they are always impactful. In this episode, Kisha and Christina talk about what they have learned in this past year and how they were able to stick with it.  Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10 CSB

As we approach our first year of this podcast we want to reflect on our favorite episodes of the first year. Kisha's favorite episode is Episode 17: "The Joyful Warrior." This episode one of our favorites because you do not have to be bitter while you are in a battle. We hope you enjoy this as much as we do! 

As we approach our first year of this podcast we want to reflect on our favorite episodes of this first year. Christina's favorite episode is Episode 21: "You came up with that on your own or did you ask God?" This episode one of our favorites because this is something we struggle with all the time, the "shoot first ask questions later" mentality.  Let's dig deep into God's word and discover what He says about talking to Him first. We hope you love it as much as we do!