In this week's conversation, Somer and Michelle discuss: why it's hard to ask for help (and why that's no excuse) practical tips on asking for help from your husband + kids when to ask for help (hint: before you need it) the only time it's NOT okay to ask for help Interested in having more conversations like the ones we have on the podcast? Join the SWHW Network today. Looking for a weekly Bible Study or Discipleship Training? The SWHW Discipleship team meets virtually once a week to study God's Word together. Find out more here.

What will be Jesus’ response to the life I have lived? This thought has crossed my mind more than a couple of times as I have come to understand God’s purpose for my life in the beautifully constant refinement of sanctification. The pages of Scripture are filled with powerful examples of ordinary people through whom God chose to do extraordinary things. What we are not always privy to are the intimate moments of relationship between these people and God as they are ushered into heaven. Tucked into chapter 7 of Acts, we see one of these blessed moments between Stephen and his Creator. The beginning chapters of Acts reveal the establishment and growth of the early church following Pentecost. There is a palpable air of excitement as you read through the pages depicting signs and wonders being performed, the development of the fellowship of believers, the boldness of disciples before council and community, and the arrest and subsequent freedom of the apostles. It is evident within these chapters that God is using His people to firmly root the church, despite certain persecution. Stephen, described as “full of grace and power” (Acts 6:8, ESV), was among those chosen to serve [...]

This week (as Women's History month wraps up), Michelle & Somer have a conversation about: seeing others through the lens of compassion instead of judgment how one mother's faith + courage impacted an entire nation inviting someone into your friend circle before you attempt to correct their theology doing good quietly Read these women's stories: Woman at the well - John 4 Moses' mom + sister - Exodus 2 Priscilla - Acts 18 Generous widow - Luke 21:1-4/Mark 12:41-44 Interested in having more conversations like the ones we have on the podcast? Join the SWHW Network today. Looking for a weekly Bible Study or Discipleship Training? The SWHW Discipleship team meets virtually once a week to study God's Word together. Find out more here.