In this episode, Sue discusses the freedom we have because of Christ. But with this beautiful freedom, the apostle Paul reminds us not to use it to satisfy our sinful nature. To our last breath, we will battle a sin nature that wants what it wants—but we don’t fight alone. “For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him” (Philippians 2:13). By walking in the Spirit, we are free to love and obey Christ and serve one another in love.  To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Have you ever prayed with someone to receive the Lord and seen the weight of sin lifted? You can just feel the joy and freedom in the air! Then sometime later they chose to go back to their old life. It’s so heartbreaking to see them in shackles again. In this episode, Shelley considers how legalism takes the heart out of Christianity. Choosing religion over relationship is like chasing shadows. The Holy Spirit gives us freedom from the heavy burden of trying to earn God’s favor. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

The Galatians started out well, but troublemakers convinced them they had to do more to be accepted by God. That’s the pitfall of legalism; it distorts the gospel and cheats us out of the intimacy and joy of grace through faith. In this episode, Leah reminds us to focus and rejoice in the truth that we don’t work for salvation; we walk in it. Grace sets us free to grow in faith and live it out in daily life.   To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Galatians might not read like a typical love letter, but Paul loved the believers in the churches there and wanted to keep them accountable. After preaching the gospel throughout the region on his first visit, many Gentiles were saved, and new believers were growing in their faith. But troublemakers infiltrated the church, convincing them that faith wasn’t enough without keeping the law, too. Paul was understandably angry because gospel revision of any kind is gospel reversal. We see this in our own culture today. In this episode, Tiffany reminds us that the invitation of the gospel is for everyone, and the truth of the gospel is by grace, through faith in Christ alone.   To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Whether you’ve been in Christ for two days, two years, or two decades, one thing is certain: we all need the gospel. We never grow out of it. The gospel is milk; it is meat; it is the appetizer; it is the dessert! In this podcast, Cathe introduces our study in Galatians and reminds us that we need a daily reset by being in God’s Word. By embracing the Gospel, we discern what is real, what is true, and what it good.    To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Every child needs nurture and a loving family. If you are currently fostering, praying about it, or want to know how you can help in practical ways, this workshop is for you.    To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Life is filled with choices and decisions to be made. After everything Jesus has said in this sermon, He brings it to the most important choice any of us will ever make: the broad path which leads to destruction or the narrow path that leads straight into Jesus’ arms. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Our life is full of different terrains, spiritually. At times, the path may be smooth and beautiful. But there will be steep climbs and situations when we feel hemmed in. Along the way there are pitfalls to avoid. In this podcast, Trish considers what it means to pursue Jesus with a holy passion. Let’s keep moving forward together on this path with our eyes fixed on Jesus!     To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

In this sermon, Jesus has some remarkable lessons for His followers. When He finished speaking, the Scripture tells us that the crowds were “amazed, astonished, and overwhelmed at this teaching.” We are too! Fact is, Jesus is calling us to deeper holiness. Our Heavenly Father cares, not only about our behavior but also our motivation. This week, Melanie encourages us to remember why God is intent on developing Christ-like character in us. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

As we continue in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus describes what it means to be salt and light. It’s easy to sing, “this little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine” but sometimes we’re tempted to hide who we are. In this episode, Christi reminds us that when we speak to others about the kingdom of God, about our salvation, and our life in Christ, our words might be new to their ears, but it should be something they’ve already seen in our life. So, let your light shine! To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

God could have decided that His forgiveness and the promise of Heaven was blessing enough to carry us through this life, but He didn’t stop there. He promises blessings upon blessings while we wait for Heaven! In this episode, Zenovia covers the last five beatitudes in the Sermon on the Mount.   To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Jesus’ kingdom has been called the upside-down kingdom because it is a counter-cultural way to live. In this sermon, Jesus gave His disciples a description of what life for His followers should look like. And it didn’t sound anything at all what they expected! In this episode, Cathe takes us through the first four Beatitudes.   To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

As believers, we are called to pray. We don’t always see how God is working, but we can be sure He is. In this workshop, we will explore the power of prayer that makes a difference.   To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

In this final lesson of our Genesis study, we trace the story of Noah’s family line, showing how the earth repopulated and God ended up scattering the people to build the Tower of Babel. We see the early beginnings of how Abraham would eventually become the patriarch of the family line we know as Israel, God’s chosen people. Brittni reminds us that our God is sovereign, and His perfect plan of redemption is still in place!    To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Noah and the flood is a familiar story we remember as kids, but many today treat it like a myth. Even among believers, some think of it as that time in Scripture when God got so fed up with the world that He destroyed everything. But read it again! In this episode, Leah walks us through to see this story tells us about God’s heart of redemption and grace in a world gone terribly wrong. God wasn’t throwing in the towel—this is the episode in history where our Creator refused to give up!   To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

In this episode, Wendy reviews the stories of five biblical characters. They all dealt with situations where their obedience was tested and unfortunately, three failed to obey God’s instructions. What can we learn from them about compromise, choice and consequence? To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

In this episode, we look at the Genesis account through one woman who changed the entire course of the world. After all, Eve’s name means “the mother of all living.” What can we glean from her example to discover how to be a positive influence instead of a negative one? Shelley discusses Eve’s splendor, seduction and sin, sorrow, and salvation. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

The story of creation is miraculous and cannot be explained apart from God. Incomprehensible yet laid out very simply. “In the beginning, God…” Those four words reconcile all that we don’t understand with what we, through faith, believe. In this podcast, Christi focuses on God, our Creator. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

As fast as the years go by, especially as we get older, there is something exciting about a new year! We start out with such great intentions, but in the busyness of life it’s easy to slip back into old habits. In this special New Year’s podcast, Courtenay shares some choice thoughts from Philippians 3:13-14, where Paul reminds us that forgetting the past and looking forward go hand in hand.    To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Christmas music has a way of stirring something within us. Memories, anticipation, joy, even sorrow. In this Christmas Eve podcast, Trish reflects on Mary’s song that first Christmas, and Joseph’s too.  As believers, no matter where we are in the choir, our song of faith is meant to sung to the glory of God!        To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

When Jesus came the first time, many people missed it because they got tired of waiting for the promised Messiah. Apathy took the place of anticipation and people were in survival mode, preoccupied with life and not really looking for the Savior. In this podcast, Melanie encourages us not to let distractions, discouragement or delays keep us from being watchful and ready for His second advent! To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

The first time Jesus came, some were looking for the Messiah—but not many. A devout man named Simeon. An 84-year-old widow named Anna. Sophisticated Magi from the east and common shepherds from the nearby hills of Bethlehem. They came from different backgrounds and unlikely places, with one thing in common: they were searching for Jesus. In this podcast, Christi invites us to look back to the story of Bethlehem and understand you’re the reason He came. Now look up and be ready…you’re the reason He is coming again!      To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Advent Week 2 | Making Room for Jesus with Zenovia Bernier Have you ever made plans with someone to visit in their home, but when you arrived it didn’t seem like they were expecting you? The countdown to Christmas so easily becomes the season when we overwork, overcommit, and time is the one thing we do not have. In this podcast, Zenovia considers what Advent is and how to use this precious time leading up to Christmas.    To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

The first coming of Jesus was long-awaited and the best news ever. But for Zachariah and his wife Elizabeth, it required deep surrender and an open heart. This part of the Christmas narrative is a case study in disappointment. In this podcast, Cathe considers what their story can teach us about real faith, weak faith, and even a doubting faith.      To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

In this special Thanksgiving podcast, Brittni reminds us that, while Thanksgiving is a day set aside to slow down, reflect, and express our gratitude, this is something that we should be doing throughout the year. When all is going well, being thankful is easy, but what if “all” isn’t going well? What then? Let’s consider a few things that will help us look deeper and cultivate a heart of gratitude.  To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

As we wrap up this nine-week series, God’s message through the prophets is as relevant for us today as it was back then. We are still creatures of habit and it’s easy to drift off course. Malachi finishes with a warning and with hope! How can we be clear-headed and ready for the Lord’s return? In this podcast, Leah reviews what the prophets can teach us about how to keep last things first.  To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Malachi was God’s messenger, and some would argue that he delivered messages we don’t want to hear! In this podcast, Wendy discusses three topics that matter to God and should matter to us too. When it comes to leadership, marriage, and money, we don’t always get it right and it can be hard to hear where we fall short. But God provides clear direction in His Word and the Holy Spirit equips us to live it out. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

If you’ve ever found yourself just going through the motions in your Christian walk, you are not alone. This was the situation in Malachi’s day when God sent him with a wake-up call for His people. In a series of questions and answers, God wanted to stir them up to remember and return to a life of whole-hearted love for Him. In this podcast, Shelley looks at the difference between half-hearted devotion and a pure heart of worship. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Have you ever done what God has called you to do, but then life doesn’t go the way you thought it would? When obstacles and distractions slow our progress, it’s easy to get discouraged and quit. But the Lord is gracious to get our attention! In this podcast, Sue wraps up our study in Haggai and reminds us to consider our ways, take courage in the Lord, and start again. God always blesses obedience when we hear His Word and make that choice to obey Him. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

We all have seasons that require us to review our priorities and adjust what takes precedence for our attention. We can get so busy sprinting around the racetrack of life without realizing we left intimacy with the Lord at the starting line! In this podcast, Trish draws lessons from Haggai that challenge and inspire us consider our priorities.          To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Have you ever started a project and then found it difficult to finish? If so, you’re not alone! In this podcast, Melanie discusses what the Lord’s message to Haggai can teach us about being discouraged, distracted, or diligent.        To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Power of a Praying Woman | LaKinya Hall As believers, we are called to pray. We don’t always see how God is working, but we can be sure He is. In this workshop, we will explore the power of prayer that makes a difference.  To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Spiritual gifts are part of the treasure God freely gives to His children. How has God gifted you? This is your invitation to bless and bring Him glory by serving others.   To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Fostering | Lindsay Crosby Every child needs nurture and a loving family. If you are currently fostering, praying about it, or want to know how you can help in practical ways, this workshop is for you.    To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

The Virtue Podcast, Season 11 – Minor Prophets Episode 3: Even Though, God is Faithful – Christi Robillard In this last week of our study in Habakkuk, Christi draws lessons from the prophet’s struggle to understand. Habakkuk’s first question was, “How long must I wait?” Now he responds, “I will wait.” Waiting is never easy, but waiting on God is recognition that He is in control and will bring us safely through.   To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Fostering | Cami Huffman Every child needs nurture and a loving family. If you are currently fostering, praying about it, or want to know how you can help in practical ways, this workshop is for you.    To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

The Virtue Podcast, Season 11 – Minor Prophets Episode 2:  | Why Does God Allow Suffering? – Tiffany Velasquez Have you ever wondered why God allows suffering? We all have. Habakkuk trusted God but, like many of us, he struggled with the why and how of what God was doing. In this podcast, Tiffany reminds us that we are not alone, and God has a glorious plan. Are you willing to allow God to use your hardship and pain for something meaningful? We can trust Him, for He is always good and faithful to His promises. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

The Virtue Podcast, Season 11 – Minor Prophets Episode 1:  | What Habakkuk Didn’t See – Cathe Laurie Have you ever had a time in your life that things were so bad, you felt God was afar off? You may even have asked, “God! What are you doing?” In this podcast, Cathe considers ways in which we relate to what Habakkuk saw, how he responded, and what he couldn’t see or understand. In the process we’re reminded that, even in dark and troubling times, we are not abandoned. God is still working.    To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/. 

Being a mother requires grit, grace, and a daily dose of fresh wisdom as we teach our children to walk in truth and live out their faith in God.      To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Practical wisdom and insight for building relationships that endure.  To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

In this podcast, Melanie shares tips for leading a lively discussion of God’s Word in our small groups. The Bible is relevant for today, and knowing what it says is necessary for living abundant and fruitful lives. Whichever curriculum you choose, is simply the tool to bring understanding to the Scriptures we’re reading. Our goal, as group leaders, is to make disciples.  To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

In this podcast, Christie shares three essentials for leading a discussion group and provides some tips for what to cover in the current series we are going through.  To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Three Steps to Grow Your Faith | Leah Case Look. Learn. Live. Everything we need to live and grow is found in the Bible. Learn a simple three-step method for getting the most out of reading God’s Word.     To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Choosing God’s Love in Relationships | Trish Dietz Love is a choice we make every day. What a joy when it is demonstrated effortlessly and is even reciprocated! But what about when it goes unnoticed, is not returned, or worse yet, is rejected? When choosing love is difficult, God’s greatest work begins in our hearts.      To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Live out God’s plan and purpose for you as a woman in our current culture.  To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Health for Body, Soul, + Mind | Melanie Brown Set goals for “working out” our faith and bodies. Physically fit and spiritually strong! To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

A Joyful Home | Laura Jackson There’s no place like home! Simple ways to love your family and create an environment of joy in your home even in the thick of daily parenting, spousing, overly busy schedules, and competing priorities. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

The Virtue Podcast – Good Things Conference 2023 GT/Ep3 | An Imperfectly Joyful Home | Wendy MacGinnis There’s no place like home! Simple ways to love your family and create an environment of joy in your home even in the thick of daily parenting, spousing, overly busy schedules, and competing priorities. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Good Things Conference 2023 Stewardship + Budgeting | Lindsay Fox Learn the biblical call, tips, and strategies for managing our time and resources. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.

Good Things Conference 2023 Marriage | Cathe Laurie Love and respect are key elements of God’s design for marriage. Understanding how our differences complement each other helps us grow and makes us better together. To join a Harvest women’s small group, go to virtue.harvest.org/studies Learn more about Virtue women’s ministry at Harvest Christian Fellowship by going to virtue.harvest.org/about/.