Honestly, Though – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode of Honestly, Though, Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez sit down with pastor Matt Love to rethink the way Christians approach funerals. Drawing from his Christianity Today article, Love explores how American culture often gives grief only “two weeks and a casserole” while many services quietly remove the gospel from the moment it’s needed most. Together they discuss the place of lament, the hope of resurrection, and how the church can proclaim Christ even in the shadow of death.

Matthew D. Love, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Preaching and Ministry at Harding School of Theology, where he trains and mentors the next generation of preachers and church leaders. He holds a PhD in preaching from Baylor University, along with an MDiv from Harding School of Theology and a BA in Bible from Harding University. In addition to his academic work, Love has spent many years in congregational ministry and preaching, including serving as preaching minister for the Beebe Church of Christ in Arkansas. His writing focuses on preaching, pastoral theology, and the life of the church, and his work has appeared in outlets such as Christianity Today.

Read his article, The Death of a Eulogy, HERE.

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Genesis 38 interrupts Joseph’s story with a scandal. Or so we’ve been told.


But what if Tamar isn’t a seductress? What if she isn’t a vixen, a manipulator, or a cautionary tale? What if she is the most righteous person in the room? In this episode, Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez sit down with theologian Chad Bird to take a fresh look at Judah and Tamar.

Tamar refuses to quietly disappear when Judah withholds justice. She refuses to let the covenant line die. And in doing so, she becomes the catalyst for Judah’s transformation—the very man whose tribe would carry the scepter, and whose descendant would be Jesus Himself. This is not a story about scandal. It’s a story about courage. About righteousness. About a woman who would not be erased.

If you’ve ever wrestled with the uncomfortable corners of Scripture, this conversation will remind you: sometimes the women we’ve misunderstood are the very ones moving redemption forward.

Chad Bird is a biblical scholar and theologian who serves with 1517.org, where he writes, teaches, and hosts podcasts focused on the riches of Scripture and the heart of the gospel.

A former professor of Old Testament and Hebrew, Chad is known for his Christ-centered approach to the Old Testament and his ability to make complex biblical theology accessible and deeply pastoral. He is the author of several books, including The Christ Key and Unveiling Mercy, and is passionate about helping readers see Jesus woven throughout the entire biblical narrative.

Find out more about 1517.org HERE.
Find Chad online HERE.
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They are the least known and least read books in the Bible—the Minor Prophets. Also called, "The Book of the Twelve," these twelve prophets spoke the words of God to Israel and Judah. What do we miss when we skip them? Only some of the richest and most beautiful prophecies pointing to our Messiah. This Advent season, join Rebecca Carrell, Liz Rodriguez, and Nika Spaulding as we prepare him room in our busy, over-scheduled lives.

Find Nika's card game here: https://www.nikaspaulding.com 

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What are you saying goodbye to in 2022? What do you hope for in 2023? Nika Spaulding, Liz Rodriguez, and Rebecca Carrell discuss what God taught them in 2022, their dreams for the new year, and their prayers for YOU as you turn the page on your calendar.

If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach out to us personally to join the conversation on the following platforms:

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Liz Rodriguez: IG: @lizannrodriguez ; FB - Liz Rodriguez - https://www.facebook.com/liz.rodriguez.92775

Nika Spaulding: stjudeoakcliff.org ; IG - @NikaAdidas ; Twitter - @NikaAdidas

Remember the way Christmas inspired a deep sense of wonder when you were a child? What if you could recapture that as an adult? Rebecca, Liz, and Nika discuss what it means to have childlike wonder and circumstance-proof joy this Christmas.

If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach out to us personally to join the conversation on the following platforms:

Rebecca Carrell: https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ ; IG - @RebeccaCarrell ; Twitter: @RebeccaACarrell ; FB - Rebecca Ashbrook Carrell

Liz Rodriguez: IG: @lizannrodriguez ; FB - Liz Rodriguez - https://www.facebook.com/liz.rodriguez.92775

Nika Spaulding: stjudeoakcliff.org ; IG - @NikaAdidas ; Twitter - @NikaAdidas

Cynthia Yanof's kids span fourteen years—from a 20-year-old sophomore in college to a six-year-old kindergartner. This week on Honestly, Though, Cynthia shares four things she's learned as the "oldest mom on the playground."

Find Cynthia at https://cynthiayanof.com/ and be sure to check out the Pardon the Mess Podcast.

See Cynthia's latest contribution to the Today Show's website: https://community.today.com/user/jill-jefferson

If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach out to us personally to join the conversation on the following platforms:

Rebecca Carrell: https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ ; IG - @RebeccaCarrell ; Twitter: @RebeccaACarrell ; FB - Rebecca Ashbrook Carrell

Liz Rodriguez: IG: @lizannrodriguez ; FB - Liz Rodriguez - https://www.facebook.com/liz.rodriguez.92775

Nika Spaulding: stjudeoakcliff.org ; IG - @NikaAdidas ; Twitter - @NikaAdidas

Luke's Gospel holds the honorific title of the longest gospel account. The ancient historian, more than any other gospel author, highlighted Jesus' humanity. Luke captures Jesus' heart for the outsider and his respect for and inclusion of women. Dr. Sandra Glahn, prolific author and Dallas Theological Seminary Professor, sits down with Rebecca and Liz to share some lessons she learned while writing her latest Bible study in the Coffee Cup Bible Study Series, Latte With Luke.

Dr. Sandra Glahn blogs at aspire2.com. To learn more about the Coffe Cup Bible Study Series, go to http://aspire2.com/books/coffee-cup-bible-series/

You can find Dr. Glahn on Twitter (@sandraglahn) and Instagram (@sandraglahn).

If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach out to us personally to join the conversation on the following platforms:

Rebecca Carrell: https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ ; IG - @RebeccaCarrell ; Twitter: @RebeccaACarrell ; FB - Rebecca Ashbrook Carrell

Liz Rodriguez: IG: @lizannrodriguez ; FB - Liz Rodriguez - https://www.facebook.com/liz.rodriguez.92775

Nika Spaulding: stjudeoakcliff.org ; IG - @NikaAdidas ; Twitter - @NikaAdidas

Radha Vyas grew up in a loving Hindu family who welcomed her religious curiosity and encouraged her seeking. She attended church several times with friends, but always went back to her family's faith. Several years after college, she found herself depressed and exhausted, unable to do enough good to feel worthy of love. Everything changed when she started a new job and made friends with a couple of Christians. Radha's story will inspire you to press deeper into your own faith. Listen and share with someone who needs the everlasting love of Jesus this Advent season.

If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach out to us personally to join the conversation on the following platforms:

Rebecca Carrell: https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ ; IG - @RebeccaCarrell ; Twitter: @RebeccaACarrell ; FB - Rebecca Ashbrook Carrell

Liz Rodriguez: IG: @lizannrodriguez ; FB - Liz Rodriguez - https://www.facebook.com/liz.rodriguez.92775

Nika Spaulding: stjudeoakcliff.org ; IG - @NikaAdidas ; Twitter - @NikaAdidas

In the ancient world, women rarely appeared in genealogies, yet Jesus's recorded lineage (Matt. 1:1-16) contains five. Who are "The Mothers of Jesus," and what do they teach us about God? What can we learn from their stories? Christian William, Director of Women’s Discipleship at Christ Community Church, sits down with Rebecca Carrell and Nika Spaulding to discuss Tamar, Rahab, and Mary as Christian launches her new podcast Graced, Though.

Follow Christian at @gracedthough or find more information at gracedthough.com.

If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach out to us personally to join the conversation on the following platforms:

Rebecca Carrell: https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ ; IG - @RebeccaCarrell ; Twitter: @RebeccaACarrell ; FB - Rebecca Ashbrook Carrell

Liz Rodriguez: IG: @lizannrodriguez ; FB - Liz Rodriguez - https://www.facebook.com/liz.rodriguez.92775

Nika Spaulding: stjudeoakcliff.org ; IG - @NikaAdidas ; Twitter - @NikaAdidas

Rachel Most (RN, MABC) says, "Mothers who experience miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss often feel abandoned by their healthcare providers. After losing five babies—three to miscarriage and two to stillbirth—she founded Unspoken Motherhood, a non-profit organization that shows the love of Christ to grieving mothers by bridging the gap between the medical staff and the patient. You can learn more about Unspoken Motherhood at https://www.unspokenmotherhood.org/.

Find Rachel Most on Instagram: @rachel.s.most ; @unspoken_motherhood_inc

If you enjoy the show, would you please consider rating and reviewing Honestly, Though? Those reviews help others find us in the PodUniverse, and we deeply appreciate the love! Also, you can reach out to us personally to join the conversation on the following platforms:

Rebecca Carrell: https://www.rebeccacarrell.com/ ; IG - @RebeccaCarrell ; Twitter: @RebeccaACarrell ; FB - Rebecca Ashbrook Carrell

Liz Rodriguez: IG: @lizannrodriguez ; FB - Liz Rodriguez - https://www.facebook.com/liz.rodriguez.92775

Nika Spaulding: stjudeoakcliff.org ; IG - @NikaAdidas ; Twitter - @NikaAdidas