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Ministry Wives Podcast

Ministry Wives Podcast

By: North American Mission Board
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I’m Amy Petersen. Welcome to the Ministry Wives Podcast. Here we have honest conversations about the realities of the ministry wife life and how to keep our hearts tethered to Jesus as we serve Him. Whether you’re seeking encouragement or practical tips, don’t miss out on these heartfelt discussions with women in various ministry contexts about the joys and challenges of ministry life.© 2025 North American Mission Board
Episodes
  • How to Walk in the Way of Wisdom with Jen Wilkin
    Sep 8 2025

    Welcome back to Season 7 of the Ministry Wives Podcast! We’re launching this new season with bestselling author and Bible teacher Jen Wilkin, who joins host Amy Petersen for a powerful conversation on godly wisdom, biblical discernment, and the ministry wife life. Together, they unpack common misconceptions about the Book of Proverbs, explore the differences between God’s promises and principles, and offer encouragement to women serving faithfully in ministry.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode with Jen Wilkin:
    • Practical strategies for navigating expectations as a pastor’s wife or ministry leader
    • The role of sanctification as you grow in true wisdom
    • Why listening to older believers’ perspectives is essential for spiritual maturity
    • How to choose your “Grandma name” (and laugh along the way)
    • Fresh insights into Proverbs, promises, and principles for daily life
    Resources & Links Mentioned:
    • The Way of Wisdom Bible Study by Jen Wilkin, Ruth Chou Simons, Kelly Minter, Adrienne Camp, Elizabeth Woodson, and Courtney Doctor
    • Register for In the Word with Jen Wilkin – Sept 26–27, 2025 (Brentwood, TN)
    Connect

    Connect with Jen
    Facebook // Instagram // Website

    Connect with Amy
    Facebook // Instagram // Podcast

    Connect with NAMB
    Facebook // Instagram

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    52 mins
  • God is More Than Enough Strength in Our Weakness with Kristen Wetherell
    Jun 30 2025

    Welcome back to the third and final episode of our summer mini-series on 2 Corinthians! Join Christine Hoover as she invites her friend—pastor’s wife, mom, writer, and speaker—Kristen Wetherell to join her on the Ministry Wives Podcast. Together, they dive deeply into what reliance on the Lord looks like through the lens of chronic pain, motherhood, and the everyday realities of life as a ministry wife. From the pressure of others’ expectations to the importance of community and vulnerability, discover how God desires to be more than enough strength in your weakness as you recognize your limitations, embrace the people of God, and revel in His grace upon grace.

    LINKS FROM THE SHOW
    • More than Enough by Christine Hoover
    • From Good to Grace by Christine Hoover
    • Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund
    • Check out Kristen’s books
    • Subscribe to Kristen’s newsletter
    CONNECT

    Connect with Kristen
    Website // Instagram

    Connect with Christine
    Website // Facebook // Instagram // X

    Connect with NAMB
    Website // Facebook // Instagram // X

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    31 mins
  • God is More Than Enough for Our Steadfastness with Kristi Billingsley
    Jun 23 2025

    Welcome back to episode two of our three-part series on 2 Corinthians! Join our summertime host and founder of the podcast, Christine Hoover, as she meets up with Kristi Billingsley to explore the steadfastness of God—even amidst our toughest seasons of sorrow and loss.

    Tune in as Kristi shares her personal journey of grieving the loss of her young son Caden. Discover the life-giving power of unwavering faith, intentional community, and the hope-filled expectation of an eternity spent with the Lord. Learn what it means for believers to navigate the complexities of loss while drawing strength from the promises of Scripture for all who place faith in Jesus Christ.

    If you find yourself in a season of immense suffering, grief, or loss, we pray that you would be encouraged by the steadfastness of God and by the power of His divine strength in our weakness. May you experience the comfort of His peace that surpasses all understanding.

    LINKS FROM THE SHOW
    • More than Enough by Christine Hoover
    • One Day Closer
    CONNECT

    Connect with Kristi
    Website // Instagram

    Connect with Christine
    Website // Facebook // Instagram // X

    Connect with NAMB
    Website // Facebook // Instagram // X

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    35 mins
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