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The Legalistic Trap of Conservative Christian Womanhood w/ Leslie Ludy
Legalism seems to be a constant companion in many conservative Christian circles. The length of ones skirt can become more important than the character of ones heart. Leslie Ludy is joining us on The Girl Defined Show to cast a vision of what true biblical womanhood is all about.
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Are Old Testament Laws Sexist and Oppressive Toward Women? w/ Katie McCoy
zhlédnutí 1,2KPřed dnem
Have you every read a passage in the Old Testament and thought, "What?! Does God even care about women?" If so, you're not alone. As modern Christian women it's crucial that we dig deeper to understand the context, history, and culture of what is happening in ancient Israel. As we do, we'll see that God's laws are actually FOR women. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/girldefined OUR SHOP: ...
Kristen and Zack's Incredible Pregnancy Journey and Story
zhlédnutí 18KPřed měsícem
After 12 years of infertility along with a painful history of recurrent miscarriage, Zack and Kristen recently announced their PREGNANCY. They give God all the praise and glory for this miraculous and unexpected answer to prayer! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/girldefined OUR SHOP: www.girldefined.com/shop OUR BOOKS: www.girldefined.com/our-books GIRL’S CONFERENCE: www.girldefined.com/c...
Kristen's Pregnancy Announcement + Our Personal Summer Goals
zhlédnutí 10KPřed měsícem
Kristen is pregnant and weeks away from maternity leave. Bethany is getting off of social media for the summer. The two of us want to inspire you to set some goals and make this summer count. Not in the "bucket list item" sort of way. We want to inspire you to grow as a Christian woman and pursue God with your whole heart. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/girldefined OUR SHOP: www.girldef...
5 Lies About Motherhood that Most Christian Women Believe
zhlédnutí 4,6KPřed 2 měsíci
Motherhood is one of the most beautiful and complicated callings in the world. You'd give your life for your babies and you feel like you're losing your mind at the very same time. That's when the lies enter your mind. It's crucial as Christian women to turn to God's Word for truth to guide our understanding and perspective on motherhood. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/girldefined OUR S...
Why the Kitchen is Actually an Empowering Place for Women
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 3 měsíci
Are women bound to a life of misery if they take on this role in the home. Cooking. Cleaning. Caretaking. Sleeping. Wake up. Repeat. Is this brainless work? The home can be either a prison or a gospel flourishing environment. When you create a space for people to build relationships, nourish their bodies, learn, grow and build one another up, it's a life-giving gift. Allow us to change your per...
From Abandonment, Abuse, and Sex Work to Freedom in Christ
zhlédnutí 1,7KPřed 3 měsíci
At thirteen, after being abandoned by her mother one summer and left to take care of her younger brother, Harmon becomes susceptible to a relationship that turns out to be toxic, abusive, and ultimately exploitive. She eventually finds herself working in a strip club under the control of a pimp. Ultimately, she disposers the path to true freedom. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/girldefin...
The Anxiety Inducing Impact of Social Media
zhlédnutí 1,7KPřed 3 měsíci
Imagine wanting to change your entire lifestyle because of what you see on social media. That is the reality for many women. We see. We want. We get anxious because we don't have. We do whatever we can to achieve that lifestyle. Repeat. Repeat. Repeat. The anxiety of trying to "measure up" on social media is too much. Let's discuss how we can be rooted in truth and have pease even when our live...
Are Trump, Biden, and Politics Dooming Christian Women to Anxiety?
zhlédnutí 5KPřed 4 měsíci
Politics has many American Christian women crippled with anxiety. The stress of voting and the ramifications of that vote are weighty. In fact, a few years ago Kristen actually begged her husband to run for president because she was so stressed about the current political climate of the day. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/girldefined OUR SHOP: www.girldefined.com/shop OUR BOOKS: www.gir...
Struggles of Being a Christian YouTube Couple w/ Paul and Morgan
zhlédnutí 9KPřed 4 měsíci
Paul and Morgan have been braving the world of CZcams for most of their marriage. They've been proclaiming biblical truth and working to point others toward Jesus. It's not always easy though. The pressure to create and produce can be overwhelming. Not to mention the constant pushback and negativity that comes with being in the online space. In today's episode, Paul and Morgan open up and show ...
The Truth about Biblical Submission in Marriage w/ Shannon Popkin
zhlédnutí 2,9KPřed 5 měsíci
Biblical submission has been misunderstood and abused by many throughout history. Should we toss the biblical term OR strive to understand it in the way God intended? Is biblical submission still relevant for modern women? In today's conversation, we brought on Shannon Popkin to help us with this difficult topic. She's a Bible teacher, wife, mom and amazing mentor to many. She brings truth and ...
Will Marriage Fix My Struggle with Porn and Masturbation?
zhlédnutí 5KPřed 5 měsíci
As a Christian woman, will marriage make all of your sexual struggles go away? Do things like porn and masturbation magically disappear after marriage? Let's talk about. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/girldefined OUR SHOP: www.girldefined.com/shop OUR BOOKS: www.girldefined.com/our-books GIRL’S CONFERENCE: www.girldefined.com/conference OUR INFO: Website: www.girldefined.com/ The Books:...
Should a Christian Single Woman Pray for Her Future Husband?
zhlédnutí 3,8KPřed 5 měsíci
We used to be strong supporters of the "praying for your future husband" concept. I, Bethany, wrote letters and prayers for my potential husband from the age of 14 until I got married at 30. I spent a significant amount of time contemplating and fantasizing about someone who might not have even existed. Is it a good idea for single Christian women to concentrate so much emotion and thought on a...
Deconstruction, Gay Marriage, and the Problem with "My Truth" w/ Alisa Childers
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 5 měsíci
We've seen thousands of Christian women ditch their faith over the past several years. Many came face to face with issues like gay marriage and decided that "hate-filled" Christianity wasn't for them. Is it possible to be a KIND Christian and disagree with others? Does God's Word really stand the test of time? In today's conversation, we unpack these hard questions with Alisa Childers. A woman ...
Do I Have to Make Homemade Sourdough to be a Proverbs 31 Woman?
zhlédnutí 3,9KPřed 5 měsíci
Do I Have to Make Homemade Sourdough to be a Proverbs 31 Woman?
Should Christian Women Read Colleen Hoover's Books?
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 6 měsíci
Should Christian Women Read Colleen Hoover's Books?
How to Discern a Guy's True Character
zhlédnutí 3,8KPřed 6 měsíci
How to Discern a Guy's True Character
Standing Bold in God's Design for Your Femininity
zhlédnutí 4,5KPřed 6 měsíci
Standing Bold in God's Design for Your Femininity
They Want to Shut Us Down, but We're Not Going Anywhere
zhlédnutí 10KPřed 7 měsíci
They Want to Shut Us Down, but We're Not Going Anywhere
Why Single Women Desperately Need Sexual Mentorship
zhlédnutí 5KPřed 7 měsíci
Why Single Women Desperately Need Sexual Mentorship
What Single Women Can Do to HELP Marriage Happen
zhlédnutí 4,2KPřed 8 měsíci
What Single Women Can Do to HELP Marriage Happen
Should Christian Women Post Seductive Selfies?
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 8 měsíci
Should Christian Women Post Seductive Selfies?
When Kristen Almost Dumped Zack Because He Drank Beer
zhlédnutí 9KPřed 9 měsíci
When Kristen Almost Dumped Zack Because He Drank Beer
Men and Women Have Different Sex Drives FOR A REASON
zhlédnutí 8KPřed 9 měsíci
Men and Women Have Different Sex Drives FOR A REASON
We've Changed our Mind on MODESTY
zhlédnutí 15KPřed 9 měsíci
We've Changed our Mind on MODESTY
Why Society Hates Strong Men And Why We Need Them w/ Owen Strachan
zhlédnutí 4,1KPřed 10 měsíci
Why Society Hates Strong Men And Why We Need Them w/ Owen Strachan
Kristen Shares about Mom Life, Raising Boys, and Keeping God at the Center
zhlédnutí 8KPřed 10 měsíci
Kristen Shares about Mom Life, Raising Boys, and Keeping God at the Center
Finding Freedom from Porn, Erotica and Masturbation as a Christian Woman
zhlédnutí 9KPřed 11 měsíci
Finding Freedom from Porn, Erotica and Masturbation as a Christian Woman
Does my Husband like the Man-Bashing Barbie Movie?
zhlédnutí 32KPřed 11 měsíci
Does my Husband like the Man-Bashing Barbie Movie?
Why So Many Christian Women are Struggling to Make Friends
zhlédnutí 6KPřed 11 měsíci
Why So Many Christian Women are Struggling to Make Friends

Komentáře

  • @veninrouge3211
    @veninrouge3211 Před dnem

    I'm so happy for the both of you. Congratulations !

  • @kellywanjiku7578
    @kellywanjiku7578 Před dnem

    Is it possible to get the book recommendations... that you mentioned throughout the video.

  • @tryingtobefairandobjective3480

    1 Tim. 2:11-12 says: “A woman should learn in quietness and full submission. I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man; she must be silent.” The text calls twice for women to be quiet and it does not allow any form of teaching.

  • @alexak3743
    @alexak3743 Před 2 dny

    I think what helps is how much you two love each other and respect each other's different stories and paths God has for you. If one were pregnant, the other struggling and the pregnant one were not being charitable in her behavior towards the other through her battle with infertility, I believe this would be a much different story. I really admire your love and charity towards each other through the hills and valleys! ❤❤❤

  • @hayleydavis1449
    @hayleydavis1449 Před 5 dny

    This is so fascinating! I'd love a pt 2! Thanks so much ladies! X

  • @heavenlylove2
    @heavenlylove2 Před 5 dny

    Loved this! ❤

  • @tonytone993
    @tonytone993 Před 5 dny

    GOD, please, please, please bless that child so she DON'T turn out anything like her mother!!!

  • @gracelight7
    @gracelight7 Před 6 dny

    Loved this collab! ❤

  • @klaranemcova7932
    @klaranemcova7932 Před 6 dny

    Zack is such a good man. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @parkerrevelle2424
    @parkerrevelle2424 Před 7 dny

    This video is so poorly researched it’s disgusting. All of these issues can be traced back immediately to male perspective. You talk about how god tries to help women, but these oppressive rules that exist are written through men stating they wrote as God. You also use one example and try to state that’s the regular case, when it seems as though it’s emphasized to show how irregular this is.

  • @peregrina5208
    @peregrina5208 Před 8 dny

    My dear Girl defined🥰 thank you for being such an inspiration for me as I grew up in the Lord, and now as I continue my growth in Him!

  • @ladybethia5457
    @ladybethia5457 Před 9 dny

    Leslie!!!😂❤❤❤Yes, I grew up reading her books and I own so many of them. My older sister read them and got me started on her and Eric's books. Thank you, Leslie, for doing the work you do!🙏🏻🌸🕊

  • @craig5414
    @craig5414 Před 9 dny

    I love it when people say the story of Adam and Eve are sexist. The devil ignores Adam. Eve does all the talking. She leads Adams in eating the fruit. He does it. Adam's immediate response when God appears is to blame Eve (really not a good look for Adam.) And the New Testament blames Adam, never Eve. It is always Adam's sin. And don't get me started about circumcision.

  • @daniellekramer93
    @daniellekramer93 Před 9 dny

    I own and read Set Apart Feminity. I got it at a church here in town at a His Little Feet concert. I know who Leslie is.

  • @DominiqueKayanna
    @DominiqueKayanna Před 9 dny

    That was so informative! Thank you!!

  • @tiamomoh8577
    @tiamomoh8577 Před 10 dny

    Kristen you are glowing from the inside out. Praise God for your testimony. We give God all the thanks!

  • @Bubbles-lk7hk
    @Bubbles-lk7hk Před 10 dny

    Thank you Katie McCoy! I'm so glad she was interviewed! Yay thank you for this video!

  • @lekenaackerman9367
    @lekenaackerman9367 Před 10 dny

    Yes. The Bible is sexist. Most societies were/are matrilineal. And they have been successful for thousands of years. DNA (nature) also takes a matrilineal turn because it is through mDNA you can correctly identify ancestors accurately (Think Romanovs) as well as pass on certain diseases such as hemophilia (again, think Romanovs). There are very powerful women in the Bible like Deborah, Esther, Ruth and Mary. Solomon wrote an entire book about the body of the Queen of Sheba. That woman held a lot of power (according to the song of solomon) One woman brought on the fall of man. But, they are often overshadowed by the role of the man. I may even would revise my first thought and say that it (the Bible) may not be sexist but the people who interpret it are. 🤷🏿‍♀️

  • @laylalayla6630
    @laylalayla6630 Před 10 dny

    It may be sexist towards us if we pick and chose sexism when we see it convenient. We wouldn’t complain about sexism when the bible teaches men should be our providers, love us to the point of giving their lives for us, treat us with delicacy and honor, etc. Besides, whenever someone preaches about relationships its all about us, not men.

    • @lekenaackerman9367
      @lekenaackerman9367 Před 10 dny

      I would. That is because those are all things that I can do for myself. And I have to do those things for myself to know what appreciation, love, and desire feels like for me.

    • @laylalayla6630
      @laylalayla6630 Před 10 dny

      @@lekenaackerman9367 Agree. Which means that since the first date and on we also take initiative, court pursue and romance a guy, contribute to dating expenses (dinners, entertainment, etc.), and so on instead of just showing up to dates and leave it all to the guy, right?

    • @lekenaackerman9367
      @lekenaackerman9367 Před 10 dny

      @laylalayla6630 me personally? Yes, I did. And have been happily married for almost 20 years. I have been taught that no one will do things for me, so, if I work for it, I don't want it. I am now raising 4 boys and have 1 that is out on his own. And they are gentlemen that typically date strong women.

    • @laylalayla6630
      @laylalayla6630 Před 10 dny

      @@lekenaackerman9367 Thats good. I don’t agree with women who pick and chose gender roles and traditions only when it benefits them. I might get bad looks from friends but since the first date I contribute to expenses, court pursue romance a man, etc. even though it is expected from me to just show up and leave it all to men. Good to see you did the same since the first date. Hopefully one day more women will agree with us.

    • @lilyseestheworld7865
      @lilyseestheworld7865 Před 9 dny

      @LAYLALAYLA6630 So true! The Bible says men are to lay their lives like Jesus laid down His life for the church. Girls, do you want to trade places ;) ? So thankful for the biblical worldview and there still men out there who adhere to it - they are probably the ones who make this place still tolerable.

  • @BlackAtheistRants
    @BlackAtheistRants Před 10 dny

    This has so much wrong with it I can’t even say it all

  • @bellavanbebber
    @bellavanbebber Před 10 dny

    First!

  • @destineyhopkins7097
    @destineyhopkins7097 Před 10 dny

    I’m so early! Excited to listen to this one

  • @TheCerealluvr
    @TheCerealluvr Před 12 dny

    Kristen, I couldn’t be more thrilled for you. Did you have baby girl yet? 😍❤️❤️❤️

  • @5u5annah
    @5u5annah Před 13 dny

    Congrats 🎉

  • @i_dontreallycare
    @i_dontreallycare Před 13 dny

    You "love motherhood" so much yet it looks like you've aged a decade😂

  • @nativeatheist6422
    @nativeatheist6422 Před 13 dny

    I guess praying didn't help.

  • @tastehisgoodness
    @tastehisgoodness Před 16 dny

    Thank you for sharing ❤

  • @raquelraquelraquelll
    @raquelraquelraquelll Před 17 dny

    Thank you for sharing your story Kristen. I understand how hard it is when you have faced a lot of disappointment. I have been there as well.

  • @ladidaladida1619
    @ladidaladida1619 Před 18 dny

    You look fabulous! So happy for you

  • @willow8745
    @willow8745 Před 19 dny

    I actually agree with her on this but not for her reasons 😂 they aren't a good representation of healthy relationships

  • @collegechristians3291

    WHAT?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW

  • @not_a_theist
    @not_a_theist Před 24 dny

    So glad to hear you are both taking time to enjoy the journey. I’m sure many will miss you, but should understand your kids are only young for so long.

  • @angelboochaey3256
    @angelboochaey3256 Před 24 dny

    And this is why church and state is separated 💀

  • @alexstamper3645
    @alexstamper3645 Před 25 dny

    Who cares

  • @baileydavis4167
    @baileydavis4167 Před 26 dny

    “Modeling experience” girl you went to a building.

  • @powderandpaint14
    @powderandpaint14 Před 26 dny

    Why do people question their faith in God when they're not getting what they want? Surely that's selfishness.

    • @raquelraquelraquelll
      @raquelraquelraquelll Před 26 dny

      I disagree. People get disappointed and disappointment often causes your faith to waiver. Compassion please

  • @girlypop546
    @girlypop546 Před 28 dny

    wow praise God

  • @MacNCheeses
    @MacNCheeses Před 29 dny

    so did they do fertility treatments like ivf I'm a bit confused?

  • @ba42w79
    @ba42w79 Před 29 dny

    If my husband, on camera, for thousands to see admitted on our wedding day that he wasn’t attracted to me??? Divorce lol how wildly inappropriate. Like, that was so cruel and disguised as “help” Just like all of Christianity

  • @Jesuslovesyou_365
    @Jesuslovesyou_365 Před 29 dny

    Congratulations guys ! GOD IS GOOD AND FAITHFUL ! 😊GOD BLESS YOU AND PROTECT YOU GUYS ! AMEN.

  • @yasmimr3000
    @yasmimr3000 Před měsícem

    FOLLOWER FROM BRAZIL SINCE 2017, I am so so so thrilleeeeeeeeeeeed for you. God is faithful...Praise His NAME!! May God Bless your pregnancy, delivery and may this baby be born with much health.

  • @leahs7024
    @leahs7024 Před měsícem

    Even though I disagree with you on a lot of subjects, I'm genuinely happy for you and I wish you a lot of happiness!

  • @o.r.avlogs
    @o.r.avlogs Před měsícem

    ❤❤🎉🎉

  • @WendieBird
    @WendieBird Před měsícem

    Gross.

  • @aikashirima
    @aikashirima Před měsícem

    Praise the lord !!! Hallelujah!!!

  • @cinnamonteeth
    @cinnamonteeth Před měsícem

    Congratulations, I can’t imagine how happy you must be! 💗🎀 May you have an easy delivery and recovery 🙏

  • @chatterbox2835
    @chatterbox2835 Před měsícem

    I have been watching girl defined for a while now and I am so happy to hear this wonderful news. I am so happy for you guys. God is truly our portion and its beautiful to see His plans for you. Those who trust in the Lord will never be ashamed (Psalm 25:3)! congratulations!!!

  • @chelseab1438
    @chelseab1438 Před měsícem

    Oh look, another person speaking on behalf of God. Cool

  • @brittneyhayles4952
    @brittneyhayles4952 Před měsícem

    Such a blessing to watch! Congratulations! 🎉🎉❤

  • @bellavita2484
    @bellavita2484 Před měsícem

    Congratulations 🎉💗🙏 this is amazing and wonderful! SO happy for you🥰! Praise God and may He bless you and keep you in perfect peace as you look to Him 🙏