Apta Sophia Podcast

On this episode we talk about the importance of generosity towards those in our household - especially our children! We discuss material generosity …

On this episode we talk about what has become in many Christian circles the "office" of Pastor's Wife. We work through some of the unbiblical …

On this episode we talk about surviving cold and flu season, from practical tips and tricks to good guidelines on what to expect with a house full of …

On this episode we discuss "Mommy Wine Culture". How should we handle alcohol as mamas stretched thin? Is it okay to unwind with a nightly glass, or …

So often we succumb to the temptation to push our husband down the priority list, when the Lord has called and created us to be his helper and companion. We give everyone else our best and give our husband "the …

One this episode we interview Rachel Lane, who works for Human Coalition, a national pro-life organization that serves women who are facing an unplanned pregnancy. Human Coalition works with pregnancy centers all over …

On this episode we interview our pastor, Dr. Brant Bosserman, on the topic of forgiveness. What is forgiveness? To whom is it due? Does God require us to forgive all those who sin against us, or only those who have met …

On this episode we discuss the topic of meekness - what IS meekness? How do we cultivate this quality? How do we pursue meekness in the way that we …

On this episode we discuss taking pleasure in our work as homemakers - Why it is imperative that we do so, how it connects to our life's purpose: to glorify and enjoy God, and what we can do to savor the graces that He …

On this episode we discuss homeschooling, the myths and the realities - what about socialization? Are mothers qualified to provide an education for …

On this episode we reflect on our various postpartum experiences, and share tips/wisdom we've picked up along the way. We discuss breastfeeding, after-pains, sleep deprivation, bed rest, post-partum depression, and a …

On this episode we discuss how we should view the challenges we encounter in life, and how we should bring our grievances before the Lord. We work …

On this episode we discuss how familial sin cycles are broken in Christ. We discuss how we should approach our reflections on our childhood, …

On this episode we talk about how the concept of self-esteem, and the cultural push to pursue it, fits (or doesn't fit) into the Christian life. We …

On this episode we discuss prayer. What is it? What is the extent of our duty to engage in it? What should we pray for? How do we get out of a prayer …

In this episode we discuss what it looks like (and doesn't look like) to set biblical boundaries in relationships. We dive into our relationships with our parents, our spouses, friendships, and relationships in the …

In this episode we discuss what our priorities should be as we are working in the home, and how to balance those priorities when there is a practical …

Part 2 of our conversation with Young and Wifed up -
In this half of the convo we talk more about what it means to win our husbands (without a word), …

In this episode we were invited to join our friends at Young and Wifed Up for an interview on the topic of the unequally yoked marriage. Ash shares her personal experience from before her husbands conversion, and we all …

On this episode we discuss ways that we can make the family dinner table a joyful place where our families are blessed by and brought near to the …

In our loosiest goosiest, least theologically driven podcast episode yet (and probably ever), we kick back and talk about our favorite things - …

We are back after a holiday hiatus! On this episode we are joined by a very special guest, Kristin's son Knox Hedgcock! We spend the episode doing …

On this episode we interview our Pastor, Dr. Brant Bosserman, on the topic of the marriage bed. We go deep into the theological implications in our …

On this episode we interview Elder Scott Hedgcock on the topic of money and marriage - what are some common issues that can crop up in regard to …

On this episode we talk about how we should think about personal possessions - how we aquire them, how we manage them, and when it's wise to let them …

On this episode we continue our discussion on the myth of neutrality. Dive a little deeper with us as we discuss how this impacts our view of …

One this episode we talk about the myth of neutrality, as it pertains to theology, morality, and worldview as a whole. We also start working through …

With the passing of her daughter Kayla, Sonya shares her journey of grief, trial and renewed hope in Christ. Join us as we glean wisdom from this mom of 8.

On this episode we discuss the fear of man. What is it? Why is it dangerous? How does it creep in to the way that we parent our children? Listen in and be encouraged!

On this episode we deal with the topic of anger, especially as it relates to parenting. We tackle questions like: What is the difference between righteous and unrighteous anger? What are some lies that we believe that …

On this episode we discuss ways that we can encourage and aid others in their pursuit of joy - in our marriages, in our parenting, and in the local church.

On this episode we talk about JOY - What is it? Where do we get it? What is it rooted in? How can we pursue it?

Join us as we discuss navigating friendship in the age of social media - the benefits, the pitfalls, the opportunity, and the danger.

On this episode we discuss what it means to be emotionally resilient - taking control of our feelings even in the hardest of circumstances so that we …

On this episode we interview Pastor Toby Sumpter on his book "No Mere Mortals: Marriage for People Who Will Live Forever". We discuss many topics, including the importance of marriage and the family in light of …

On this episode we interview C.R. Wiley on his book "The Household and the War for the Cosmos". In our conversation we discuss the biblical purpose …

On this episode we talk about what it looks like practically to be in submission to our own husband, and how this is a blessing to our family. We hit on what it means to be a helper to our husband and how we can give …

Join us for a discussion on what it looks like to seek to be a benefit and do good to the people around us, especially those people the Lord has …

On this episode we dive into exactly what it means to be a keeper of the home (Titus 2:4), initially taking a look at the basics of what we are responsible to guard as the lady of the house and then diving into the …

Join us for a conversation with local Pastor Mike Satterfield from Emmaus Road Church, as we discuss the importance of church membership. We discuss the Biblical reason for believing it is necessary, the benefit and …

On this episode we talk about purity - what it is, what it ISN'T, and how we can be examining ourselves as we face decisions that may help or hinder us in the pursuit of purity. *Some of the content in this episode may …

In this episode we talk about self control - what does it look like to rule over your passions and impulses, biblically? Is there ever a time to …

On this episode we dive into Titus 2, verse 4, and discuss questions like: What is our standard of good? How do we define "love"? What does it look like, practically, to love your husband and children?

On this episode we kick off a new series centered around unpacking the commission given to older women in Titus 2. We start with a discussion on …

On this episode we tackle a topic that can be hard for a Christian to navigate - the law of God. How do we approach God's law as believers? Do we have any obligation to obey God's law now that we are justified and under …

On this episode we spend time biblically identifying temptations and pitfalls that are unique to women in the distinct roles the Lord has called us …

On this episode we sat down with our pastor Dr. Brant Bosserman to discuss a woman's role in society - tackling tough questions surrounding women in …

On this episode of Apta Sophia we tackle the topic of a woman's role in the church. We start with a discussion on God's intention for the Church in …

Kristin sits down with her husband Scott for an impromptu interview on a variety of topics, eventually honing in on homeschooling. Kristin had some …

On this episode of Apta Sophia we discuss a woman's role in the family, by examining the Lord's purpose in establishing new households through the …

We are kicking off the Apta Sophia Podcast with an episode that lays a biblical foundation for defining sex, gender, and what our standard is in …