Have you ever whispered to yourself at night, "I'll be a better mom tomorrow"—but tomorrow never comes?

Maybe you're carrying guilt from your past. Decisions you regret. Sins you're ashamed of. Things you wish you could go back and undo.

And you wonder: Can God really use someone like me?

In this powerful episode of Old Ladies Know Stuff, Rhonda Stoppe introduces Chapter 1 of her new book Moms of the Bible: Life-Changing Lessons from the Fearless, Flawed and Faithful by unpacking the incredible story of Rahab the prostitute—a woman with the shadiest past imaginable who became part of Jesus' family line.

In this episode, you'll discover:

✨ Why Rahab is called "the harlot" throughout Scripture—and what that means for moms who feel defined by their past

✨ How a prostitute became a hero of the faith mentioned in Hebrews 11 and the lineage of King David and Jesus

✨ The woman at the well's story—why Jesus went out of His way to meet her in her shame and how He turned her into the first evangelist

✨ What "though your sins are as scarlet, He will wash them white as snow" actually means for your motherhood today

✨ Why Satan wants you to stay stuck in shame—and how to break free from regrets that hold you back

✨ How God uses "shady ladies" to raise world-changers—proving that your past doesn't disqualify you from faithful motherhood

This episode is for you if:

• You're carrying shame from past sins and wonder if God can still use you
• You've made decisions you deeply regret and feel disqualified from being a "good mom"
• You're struggling with the lie that you're not worthy of God's calling
• You need to know that redemption is real—and available to YOU today

Rhonda vulnerably shares why she would have been the woman at the well without Jesus, and how studying these biblical "shady ladies" gave her hope that no matter what your past looks like, God's grace is bigger.

Here's the truth: Romans 5:8 says God showed His love for us while we were still sinners. You don't have to clean yourself up first. Jesus meets you in your mess and washes you clean.

Your past doesn't define you. Your Savior does.

Listen now and discover the fearless faith that cleanses all sin and shame.

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

Are you a single woman praying God will bring the right person? Or a mom watching your son or daughter date someone and thinking, "Please, Lord, don't let them marry that person"?

This episode is for BOTH of you.

In this powerful conversation, Rhonda Stoppe draws from 44 years of marriage, raising four married children, and mentoring countless couples to share the hard-won wisdom every single woman—and every worried mama—needs to hear about choosing a spouse.

For Singles: You've heard all the advice about "waiting on God" and "trusting His timing." But what does choosing wisely actually look like? How do you know if the guy you're dating is the man you should marry? And what red flags are you ignoring because you're tired of being alone?

For Moms: Your daughter is head-over-heels for a guy who gives you pause. Or your son is dating someone you're not sure about. How do you guide without controlling? When should you speak up? And how do you pray effectively when you see warning signs they don't?

In this episode, Rhonda tackles:

• The difference between godly attraction and settling out of loneliness
• Red flags that predict marital disaster (chemistry can't overcome these)
• Green flags that actually matter (hint: it's not how romantic he is)
• Why "equally yoked" means more than just both being Christians
• The questions that MUST be asked before engagement—about faith, finances, family, and the future
• What missionary dating is—and why it never works
• How moms can guide their adult children without pushing them away
• When to speak up about concerns—and how to do it with grace
• What to do when your child won't listen to your warnings

Whether you're praying for your own future spouse or interceding for your child's relationship, this episode will equip you with biblical wisdom, practical discernment, and the courage to have hard conversations.

Because the choice made at the altar shapes everything that follows. Choose wisely, friend—or help the ones you love choose wisely. Eternity hangs in the balance.

CALL TO ACTION

📖 Want to go deeper?

• Grab Rhonda's book Real Life Romance for more biblical wisdom on marriage
• Check out Moms of the Bible for encouragement in your motherhood journey

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Your marriage matters. Your child's marriage matters. Let's choose wisely—together.

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”

Ever feel like reading the Bible is something you "should" do rather than something you genuinely want to do? You're not alone! In this engaging episode of Old Ladies Know Stuff, Rhonda Stoppe welcomes Keith Ferrin—author, speaker, and "Your Bible Coach"—for an inspiring conversation about transforming your Bible reading from duty to delight.

Keith shares his powerful personal journey of the exact moment (April 18, 1993!) when everything changed for him, taking him from feeling obligated to read Scripture to becoming passionate about God's Word. Discover the simple mindset shift that positions you to actually ENJOY the Bible, practical tools to understand and remember what you read, and the biggest mistake people make when approaching Scripture.

Whether you're a longtime Bible student who's lost your spark or someone just starting to explore God's Word, this conversation is packed with wisdom, humor, and actionable insights. Keith breaks down why reading the Bible relationally—not just informationally—changes everything, and shares his "simplest way to study any Bible passage" (it fits on one page!).

Get ready to laugh, learn, and rediscover that the Bible isn't just true and relevant—it's awesome! No matter your age or stage of life, this episode will inspire you to open your Bible with fresh eyes and a hungry heart.

Resources mentioned: Keith's books, courses, and the BibleLife Community™

Bio:

Keith Ferrin is an author, speaker, and word-for-word biblical storyteller. He is also "Your Bible Coach" on YouTube. He founded his ministry in 1996 and travels around the U.S. and internationally, speaking at conferences, churches, retreats, and universities. He utilizes humor, practical workshops, and word-for-word presentations of whole books of the Bible (we're not kidding!) to help people fall in love with God's Word and its Author.

After earning his undergraduate degree in Psychology, he spent six years as a youth and worship pastor at a church plant in Tacoma, WA. He earned his M.Ed. in Guidance & Counseling and spent a couple years counseling at a public elementary school. Since then, Keith has been speaking, writing and creating videos and resources full-time.

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"This podcast is for the purpose of mentoring only and is not a replacement for therapy. We suggest you seek out the help of a trained biblical counselor for help with your specific situation.”