Lisa Harper's Back Porch Theology

On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa Harper is joined by worship leader and songwriter Brooke Ligertwood for a rich conversation about the book of Hebrews, the supremacy of Jesus, and the beautiful mystery of His fully divine and fully human nature (hello, hypostatic union!). Together, they remind us that when life gets hard, our greatest hope is found in fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith. So please pour yourself a cup of coffee or hot tea with honey, grab your Bible, and join us on the porch. We’re really glad you’re here!

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

Hebrews 1:1–4

Hebrews 2:1

Hebrews 4:12–16

Hebrews 5

Hebrews 7:1–3

Hebrews 9–10

Hebrews 11:32–39

Hebrews 12:1–2

John 1

John 16:33

2 Timothy 4:2

Genesis 14

Job 2

1 Kings 19

On today's episode Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison are joined by Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing to explore some of the most misunderstood passages in 1 and 2 Timothy. From Paul's instructions about women in the church to his encouragement to stand firm in faith, they explore how understanding the cultural context of Ephesus changes the way we read these letters. Together, they remind us that spiritual maturity, sound doctrine, and courageous faith are just as essential today as they were in the early church. So pull up a chair and join us - we're so glad you're here!

Scripture References:

1 Timothy 1:1

1 Timothy 1:11

1 Timothy 2:9–10

1 Timothy 2:11–15

2 Timothy 1:5

2 Timothy 1:6

2 Timothy 1:7

2 Timothy 4:17

2 Timothy 4:18

Today on Back Porch Theology, Lisa, Allison, and Susie Larson dive into First and Second Thessalonians and what it looks like to live with genuine hope when life doesn’t go the way we prayed it would. They explore how the expectation of Jesus’ return should shape the way we live today, why dependence on the Holy Spirit is essential, and how prayer anchors us when suffering, illness, or unanswered questions threaten to steal our hope. If you’ve ever wondered whether your struggle means you’re somehow lacking faith, this conversation is a reminder that weakness and unanswered prayer are not evidence of God’s absence. He is still at work, still faithful, and still writing your story. So pull up a chair and sit with us - we're so glad you're here.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

Ephesians 3:20–21

Luke 7:37–38

1 Thessalonians 1:1–6

1 Thessalonians 2:7–9

1 Thessalonians 3:13

1 Thessalonians 4:15–17

1 Thessalonians 5:23

2 Thessalonians 2:1

2 Thessalonians 2:8

1 Corinthians 4:20

Romans 8:6

Ephesians 6:10–18

Hebrews 4:12

1 John 3:2

Philippians 4:19

Hebrews 11:32–40

2 Corinthians 1:20

2 Peter 3:8

1 Peter 1:7

Judges 6:14

On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa, Allison, and Susie Larson tackle a question most of us will face at some point: How do we move forward when someone’s past—or the pain they caused—makes it difficult to see them differently? Through the tiny but mighty book of Philemon, they explore reconciliation, releasing resentment and shame, and the gospel’s power to transform not only people, but relationships. This conversation reminds us that grace frees us from keeping score and invites us to see ourselves and others not through the lens of what has been, but through the redemptive eyes of Jesus. So grab a cup of coffee and settle in on the porch with us, we're so glad you're here.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

Philemon 1:1–25

Acts 20:36–38

Job

Galatians 3:28

Genesis 15:9–21

John 4:1–42

2 Corinthians 5:16–17

Philippians 2:5–8

Philippians 4:11–13

Philippians 1:12–14

1 Chronicles 28:2–3

Psalm 50:10

Philippians 4:19

Matthew 6:9–13

Psalm 119:18

On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison are joined by Pastor Cliffe and Stuart Knechtle for a conversation about why the Bible remains foundational to our faith and how the truth of Scripture shapes the way we live. Along the way, they explore the message of Colossians and the sufficiency of Jesus Christ, as well as empathy, forgiveness, discipleship, and why the local church matters. So grab a cup of coffee and your Bible and come hang out with us on the porch!

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

1 Thessalonians 2:8

Colossians 3:1–2

Exodus

Luke 4:16–21

Luke 10:25–37

Philemon 10–16

Matthew 5–7

Colossians 1:15–20

1 Corinthians 15:3–8

Philippians 2:5–11

Ephesians 1:18

Colossians 2:8–10

Genesis 3

Colossians 1:9–10

Ecclesiastes 1:2

Philippians 4:4–7

Genesis 1:1

Genesis 1:26–27

Genesis 37–50

John 14:11

John 14:6