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In today's episode, we're diving into the topic of AI and the importance of having a biblical worldview and theology for technology. We'll discuss how the gospel applies to technology, my personal concerns with AI technology as a writer, and whether AI is the antichrist. May this episode be a springboard for you to dive deeper into this topic and to build your worldview on the unchanging truth of God's Word.  Resources mentioned in today's episode: https://answersingenesis.org/technology/effects-of-artificial-intelligence/ https://justthinking.me/ep-135-ai-and-the-gospel/ https://www.equip.org/bible_answers/what-is-the-meaning-of-666/ Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence/  Shop our Bible study PDF resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade   Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In today's episode, I'm sharing a talk I recently gave at a ladies' retreat on friendship and loneliness. We'll dive into the loneliness epidemic in America, why friendship matters, biblical examples of friendship, God's purpose in loneliness, and more.  To take today's episode deeper, check out the PDF download A Theology of Friendship.  Works cited in today's episode:  Bruckmann, Carolyn. “The Leadership & Happiness Laboratory.” The Leadership & Happiness Laboratory, 28 Feb. 2025, www.happiness.hks.harvard.edu/february-2025-issue/the-friendship-recession-the-lost-art-of-connecting. Elliot, Elisabeth (1998).  The Path of Loneliness: Finding your Way through the Wilderness to God.  Revell: Grand Rapids, MI. Kim, E S et al. “United we thrive: friendship and subsequent physical, behavioural and psychosocial health in older adults (an outcome-wide longitudinal approach).” Epidemiology and psychiatric sciences vol. 32 e65. 15 Nov. 2023, doi:10.1017/S204579602300077X Lamour, Joseph. “Chef Saves Customer, 78, When He Doesn’t Show up for Daily Gumbo.” TODAY.com, TODAY, 19 Dec. 2025, www.today.com/food/people/chef-saves-customers-life-shrimp-basket-pensacola-florida-rcna250104. Pezirkianidis, Christos et al. “Adult friendship and wellbeing: A systematic review with practical implications.” Frontiers in psychology vol. 14 1059057. 24 Jan. 2023, doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1059057 ‌“U.S. Adults Have Few Friends—and They’re Mostly Alike.” Barna Group, barna.com/research/friends-loneliness/ Shop our Books and Bible study PDF resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources  Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast I am joined by Shante Grossett O’Neal from Daily She Pursues to talk about her latest Bible study, Habakkuk: Living By Faith in a Broken World. Shante shares with us her heart behind starting Daily She Pursues, why Habakkuk matters to us today, how we can see Jesus in Habakkuk, and more. You’ll not want to miss this episode!   Get the Habakkuk Bible study: https://dailyshepursues.com/habakkuk-study/ Check out the Daily She Pursues blog: https://dailyshepursues.com/ Follow Shante on social media:  Substack: https://shantegrossettoneal.substack.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/dailyshepursues Facebook: https://facebook.com/dailyshepursues   Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence/  Shop our Bible study PDF resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade   Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast we're diving into the topic of evangelism. Are all Christians called to evangelize? What if I don't have the gift of evangelism? Can't my actions just tell people I love Jesus? We'll tackle all these questions and more as we dive into what Scripture says about sharing the gospel.  Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence/  Shop our Bible study PDF resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade   Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today we're talking about the book of Esther and what it teaches us about God's sovereignty, how God uses broken people to accomplish His will, and how God has placed you right where you are for a purpose.  Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence/  Shop our Bible study PDF resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade   Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast we are talking about God's amazing love! We're diving into what the Bible says about God's faithful, unshakeable love and 5 ways we can respond to that love.  Check out https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-commentary-on-psalm-136/ to read a study on Psalm 136 and God’s lovingkindness mentioned in today's episode.  Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out my latest novel, Grandpa’s Comrade: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade   Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence/  Shop our Bible study PDF resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In today's episode, we're answering the question is getting a tattoo a sin? We'll take a look at the only verse in the Bible that mentions tattoos and why people land on two different sides of the spectrum regarding tattoos. We'll also walk through some good questions to ask yourself before you decide to get a tattoo.  Get your free praying for the United States prayer strategy here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Mentioned in today's episode: https://learn.ligonier.org/guides/covenant-theology & https://www.gotquestions.org/Levitical-Law.html & https://www.blueletterbible.org/comm/guzik_david/study-guide/leviticus/leviticus-19.cfm?a=109028  Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade   Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence/  Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast we're taking a look at what the Bible says about finding our satisfaction in Jesus. Through stories like Jesus feeding the five-thousand and His meeting with the woman at the well, we'll learn that Jesus offers a satisfaction that nothing else compares with.  The blog post mentioned in today's episode: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/intentional-and-satisfied/  Bible Study resources for the new year: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/shop/ David Phelps' song mentioned in today's episode: Satisfaction Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade   Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast we're looking at four fiction favorites and six non-fiction favorites I read last year for you to add to your 2026 TBR list. Plus, we'll look at six brain health benefits of reading.    Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade   Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence/  Shop our Bible study PDF resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

As we’re looking to a new year, there can be excitement but also fear over what the future holds. Maybe you’re worried about your financial future or the unrest in culture. Maybe you’re feeling discouraged because you’re not where you thought you would be at this point in your life. In today's episode, I want to encourage us with the truth of why we can have hope for the future. We'll countdown the top ten reasons Gen-Z can have hope in 2026. I hope this episode encourages you as much as it did me!  You can read the blog post about Psalm 91 here: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/what-goslings-taught-me-about-god-my-protector/  You can listen to my previous episode on sanctification here: https://kelseyleewrites.podbean.com/e/sanctification-and-grace/  Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade   Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence/  Shop our Bible study PDF resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast we're diving into the importance of practicing gratitude! We'll dive into why practicing thanksgiving is good for us, as well as five biblical truths regarding thanksgiving.  Get your copy of Grandpa’s Comrade today! kelseyleewrites.com/grandpas-comrade Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence Shop our Bible study resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today's episode is a little different from usual as I take you behind-the-scenes in the making of Grandpa's Comrade. We'll talk about my writing process, the major themes in this book and why I'm passionate about them, and you'll even get to hear a teaser from the book! I hope you enjoy this more free-style episode. Grandpa's Comrade is now available for pre-order on Amazon and launches November 11, 2025!  Preorder your copy of Grandpa's Comrade:  https://www.amazon.com/Grandpas-Comrade-Kelsey-Gjesdal-ebook/ Shop our Bible study resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast, I have a very special guest, veteran Shane Gjesdal (aka my dad!). We sit down to discuss what the Bible says about military service. Can Christians join the military? Is there ever a just reason for war? Aren't we supposed to just turn the other cheek? All of these questions and more are answered in today's episode as we prepare for the launch of my upcoming fiction book, Grandpa's Comrade (launching Nov. 11!).    Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Excellence-Four-Week-through-Proverbs/dp/B0FKJR7DGX/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1 Shop our Bible study resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today we're diving into the topic of intergenerational relationships. What does the Bible say about how we should relate to those older than us? Does older always mean wiser? Can we correct an older Christian? Why should I build relationships with those older than me? All these questions and more are tackled in today's episode as we lead up to the launch of my new fiction book, Grandpa's Comrade, coming November 11, 2025!  Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-woman-of-excellence/  Subscribe to my newsletter to stay up-to-date on the release of Grandpa's Comrade: https://kelseyleewritesllc.ck.page/256f6d1216  Shop our Bible study resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Do you love hearing/telling stories? I do! But have you ever stopped to ask what the Bible says about storytelling? In today's podcast episode, we're diving into what the Bible says about fiction. I'll also be sharing some of my favorite books (and one movie) that have made an impact on my life.  Get your copy of Your Story Matters PDF download: kelseyleewrites.com/shop Stay up-to-date on all the writing/podcasting news and be notified about all the book launch happenings for Grandpa's Comrade: Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

We're heading into fall, and while most of us love the changes in seasons, most of us are a little less enthusiastic about life changes. In today's episode, we're digging into changing seasons, both in the weather and in life. Why do seasons change? What does the Bible say about seasons? And, most importantly, what do seasons teach us about God? Grab your coffee and Bible and let's dig into God's Word together!  Get your copy of A Woman of Excellence Bible Study: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Excellence-Four-Week-through-Proverbs/dp/B0FKJR7DGX/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1 Shop our Bible study resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.kelseyleewrites.com www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In today's episode, we're diving back into the book of Ruth and discussing the topic of reputation. As a Christian, does it matter what other people think of me? What reputation did Ruth have? And what does it mean to be an ambassador for Christ? We're tackling all of these questions in today's episode!  Looking for a fall Bible study for yourself or your small group? A Woman of Excellence: A Four-Week Study through the book of Ruth and Proverbs 31 is now available to order! Get your copy today: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Excellence-Four-Week-through-Proverbs-ebook/dp/B0FHC1PNGY/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1   Shop our Bible study resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In today's episode, we're diving into the book of Ruth to learn about a kinsman redeemer and discuss how the story of our redemption in Jesus is powerfully displayed in Ruth's story.  My new Bible study, A Woman of Excellence, Launches August 10th! Available for preorder in paperback or e-book now! You can check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Excellence-Four-Week-through-Proverbs-ebook/dp/B0FHC1PNGY/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1  For anyone who preorders or orders during launch week (Aug. 10-16), I am offering a free online Bible study (ladies only)! How to join: buy your copy of A Woman of Excellence and DM me a picture of the receipt (see social media links below). Then I'll add you to the email list for the fall Bible study!  Shop our Bible study resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In today's episode, we're going through step-by-step how to do an inductive Bible study using free resources available to us for study, like Blue Letter Bible, Bible Gateway, and Study Light. I'll wrap it up sharing a commentary I wrote on Psalm 136 as an example of how this type of studying works. I hope that this episode encourages you to get into the Word for yourself!  Also, be on the the lookout for the paperback release of A Woman of Excellence: A Four-Week Study through the Book of Ruth and Proverbs 31 this August! Follow me on social media or sign up for my email list to be notified about book launch happenings and a Bible study group opportunity!  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Shop our Bible study PDF resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Free Prayer Strategy Download: https://payhip.com/b/1RF8W  Today on the podcast we’re talking about patriotism. We just finished celebrating Independence Day here in the United States, celebrating our freedoms and patriotism in this nation. But is patriotism biblical? Does being citizens of heaven mean we shouldn’t care about our nations or what happens in government? Let’s dive into what the Bible has to say about this topic together!   Related blog articles: https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/a-psalm-122-prayer-for-america/  https://www.kelseyleewrites.com/3-christian-misconceptions-about-the-government/  Shop our Bible study resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor All Scripture quotations taken from the NASB95 translation. Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Get a copy of our new PDF download, Will God Cancel Me? here: https://payhip.com/b/iY6dC How should we respond to cancel culture as Christians? Will God cancel me? How can I have assurance of my salvation? We dive into all of these topics in today's episode! Come join me as we talk about the holiness of God, the best canceling that ever happened in history, a book of the Bible we should study to learn about assurance of salvation, and two steps we can take to respond to cancel culture as followers of Christ.  Shop our Bible study resources here: Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Resources Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today's episode is the first Q&A episode on the Wholeheartedly with Kelsey Lee podcast! We're talking about encouraging friends in their single seasons, whether or not submission applies to dating relationships, honoring your parents as an adult, trusting God with the unknowns of the future, and more!  Shop our Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast, I'm excited to interview my grandparents, David and Betty Gjesdal! They have been married for fifty-eight years, and I am excited for you to listen in as they share what the Lord has taught them through their marriage. Tune in to hear my grandparents share how they met and knew that this was the one; the importance of the vows we make; what they learned about marriage through different seasons of life; advice for singles and young marrieds; and more! I was so blessed to chat with my grandparents about godly marriage, and I know you will be, too!    Shop our Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Christina Marlowe, the creator behind the Instagram account, The Pursuit of His Heart, to discuss breakups. How do we walk through the grief of a breakup as a Christian? How do we initiate a breakup in a God-honoring way? How do we stop overanalyzing, and how do we support a friend who’s walking through a breakup? We cover all this and more in today’s episode. I was so blessed by this discussion with Christina, and I know you will be too! Christina M. Marlowe is an author, digital creator and founder of The Pursuit of His Heart, a ministry for single Christians. Her desire is to see men and women pursue their purpose in every season. She resides in Southern California, where a few of her favorite things include writing music, candle making and banana bread therapy. You can follow Christina on Instagram: @thepursuitofhisheart Check out Chrstina’s e-books:   Healing After Heartbreak (free!): https://payhip.com/b/CYgKo Dear Single Sister: https://payhip.com/b/yScoT Shop our Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast, I'm joined by Nakia Keim to talk all things dating! We dive into whether dating is a biblical concept (or should we have arranged marriages instead?), non-negotiables, how to discern someone's true character, the importance of accountability, and more!  Nakia Keim is passionate about her relationship with Jesus and seeks to help others feel that passion as well. She writes a blog where she talks about everything in life: faith, relationships, hot topics in society, personal growth, mindset, and so much more. Her goal with that is to get people thinking about the deep stuff. If you want to get her excited then talk about scripture, health and wellness, and bread! Nakia currently works as a Chiropractic Assistant. She also serves as a leader for the young adult and youth programs at her church. Apart from that she loves to bake, shoot, cook, hang out with family and read, along with building her own ecommerce platform for health and wellness. Her passion is Jesus and she's on a mission to help her fellow believers with their walk. Check out Nakia's blog series below:  Relationship Series: https://deepthoughtswithnakia.com/category/relationship-advice/ Countering Culture with Scripture series: https://deepthoughtswithnakia.com/category/countering-culture-with-scripture/ Connect with Nakia on Facebook at Deep Thoughts with Nakia and Instagram at deepthoughtswith_nakia   Shop Kelsey Lee Writes Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out the Truth Squad Trilogy: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

This spring, we're going through a relationship series. Part one is all about singleness. What does the Bible say about singleness? Does Paul say that singleness is better than marriage? Or is marriage better than singleness? All these questions and more will be answered in today's episode!  Also, coming up in June will be a Q&A episode! If you have any relationship questions you want answered (or any questions about what the Bible says about different topics!), leave a comment on this episode or send me a DM on Instagram so I can answer them!   Shop our study resources here: payhip.com/kelseyleewritesllc Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Have you ever felt discouraged about your walk with the Lord? Do you ever feel like it’s three steps forward and one step back—or one step forward and three steps back when it comes to growing in Christ? I know exactly how that feels! The answer lies with understanding the process of sanctification. In today’s episode, we’re going to unpack what sanctification is and how the grace of God works in our lives. I hope you’ll walk away encouraged! Shop our study resources here: payhip.com/kelseyleewritesllc Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast, we're discussing a trend I recently learned about on Tiktok contrasting the Proverbs 31 and Judges 4 woman and asking the questions: can we really compare the Proverbs 31 woman and the Judges 4 woman, is it really an either-or situation, and what does it look like to be a godly woman?    Get your copy of 3 Bible Study Methods for Beginners: 3 Bible Study Methods for Beginners: A How-To Guide - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast, we’re diving into the topic of friendship! Gen Z is one of the loneliest generations in history, despite all the technology that was supposed to help us feel more connected than ever. What does the Bible say about friendships? What about friendships that are difficult? And how do I find a good friend? We’ll be diving into all those questions in today’s episode! Get your copy of A Theology of Friendship here: A Theology of Friendship - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Tina Marie, a recent high-school grad with a passion for sharing the gospel with Gen-Z, to discuss self-harm. This is a big issue among Gen-Z, so we sat down to talk about it from a biblical perspective. I know you’ll walk away encouraged by Tina’s wisdom!   Follow Tina Marie on Instagram: 𝓣𝓲𝓷𝓪 𝓜𝓪𝓻𝓲𝓮 (@tina.marie2006) • Instagram photos and videos Disclaimer: While we are discussing self-harm in light of the gospel, neither Tina, nor I, are professional counselors or doctors. Anything said should not be taken as a replacement for medical/clinical/professional advice, diagnosis, or medical intervention. Looking for a Christian counselor? Use Focus on the Family’s Christian Counselors Network to find a counselor near you: Find christian counseling near you - Christian Counselors Network (not an affiliate) Shop our Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In today’s episode, I sit down with Louise Hall, RN to tackle the question, is God really pro-life? This episode is a little longer than usual, but I hope you’ll stick around for the whole thing because Louise has some amazing truth to share with us about this very important topic of life, from when does life begin, to what God thinks about abortion, to how we should view end-of-life care. I know you’ll be inspired by her knowledge and passion for this topic! (Also, if you might hear her baby talking away in the background for the first half of this episode!)     Resources mentioned in the episode: Dr. Anthony Levatino’s testimony (interview with Sean McDowell on youtube) 40 Days for Life by Shawn Carney Unplanned by Abby Johnson The Beginning of the End of Abortion by Shawn Carney This is When we Begin to Fight by Steve Karlen Pro-Life Answers to Pro-Choice Argument by Randy Alcorn 40 Days for Life Free Magazine (US residents only) Live Action 40 Days for Life Podcast Fearfully and Wonderfully Made exhibit at the Creation Museum Looking for a Christian counselor? Use Focus on the Family’s Christian Counselors Network to find a counselor near you (none of the above links are affiliates) Shop our Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Happy New Year! Whether you are an avid resolutions-maker or avoid new year's resolutions like the plague, this episode is for you! Today we're talking about Ephesians 5:16 and asking, what does it really mean to redeem the time? How does God want us to order our time? We'll dive into Scripture and learn three truths about what it means to have godly work-rest balance in our lives. I know you'll be encouraged by this one!    Shop our Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on the podcast, I'm sharing a recent testimony I gave at a ladies' brunch. I was asked to share what the Lord has taught me through my writing. I hope you'll walk away from today's episode blessed and reminded that you can trust God to write the story of your life!    Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Shop our Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today on Wholeheartedly with Kelsey Lee, I'm sharing what the Lord taught me through eight years of competing in the National Bible Bee Competition (plus six years of leading a Bible Bee group after I finished competing!). Think of this as part two for the why behind the podcast!    Shop our Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Studies show that one in five Americans lives with chronic pain. How should we, as Christians, respond to chronic pain? How does the gospel apply to living with chronic pain? Join me for my first interview episode with my lovely mom where we discuss:  What it's like living with chronic pain How to respond to the claim that your chronic pain is due to a lack of faith How the gospel applies to chronic pain  How to encourage our friends who have chronic pain ...and more! Get ready to be encouraged and equipped with gospel truth for living with chronic pain!   Shop our Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Subscribe to my newsletter and get your 3-day devotional, All In, today for FREE!​ (ck.page) Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites www.tiktok.com/@kelsey.lee.writes  www.facebook.com/kelseygjesdalauthor Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Today we're taking a quick dive into a controversial topic and asking: is mankind basically good? Is there innate goodness hiding within us that just needs to be unlocked? We're going to look at what the Scriptures say about this important topic, since it affects how we view the world and how we work to make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ! Shop our Bible study resources here: Kelsey Lee Writes LLC - Payhip Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com  

In today's episode, we're talking about the difference between Bible reading and Bible study, and why they are both important to our understanding Scripture.  We'll also cover four tips for staying consistently in the Word, even during busy seasons.     Get $1 off your copy of 3 Bible Study Methods for Beginners using the code WHOLEHEARTEDLY24: 3 Bible Study Methods for Beginners: A How-To Guide - Payhip Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Have you ever heard Christians say that theology and doctrine don’t really matter, what matters is loving Jesus?  Maybe you’ve said or thought that yourself.  Or maybe you hear words like doctrine and theology and think why do these big, weird words even matter to me? Today on the show, we're talking about what theology is and why it really does matter to you.     Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Welcome to Wholeheartedly with Kelsey Lee!  Today I'm sharing my heart behind why I decided to start this podcast and what you can expect from the podcast in future episodes.   Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/kelseyleewrites Website: www.kelseyleewrites.com Check out my books: Amazon.com : kelsey gjesdal  Music: Spark of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com