The Good Portion

Why Serving Within the Local Church Matters

In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Hollie, Emma, and Susanne for an honest conversation about why serving in the local church truly matters. Three of these women currently serve on staff, and one volunteers faithfully after previously serving on staff—each bringing a unique perspective on what it looks like to use your gifts to build up the body of Christ.
Together they discuss how serving is not just about filling a role, but about spiritual growth, deeper connection, and participating in the mission God has given His church. When every believer steps into their unique calling, the church functions as it was designed—but when parts of the body remain inactive, something important is missing.
In this conversation, they talk about:
Why serving strengthens our own faith
How God uses serving to grow and shape us
The beauty of the church functioning as a body where every part matters
The relationships and community that form when we serve together
What’s at stake when believers stay on the sidelines
Why serving as a family—and modeling it for our children—matters for the next generation
Whether you’re already serving or still wondering where you fit, this episode will encourage you to see the vital role you play in the life of the church.
Links:
Spiritual Gifts Survey
Serve One Opportunities at PABC

Women Following God's Calling into Vocational Ministry

What does it look like for women to respond faithfully to a call into vocational ministry?
In this episode, I sit down with three young women on our church staff—Lindsey, Mary, and Emma—to talk about their unique journeys into ministry. They share how they first sensed God’s call, the role our church’s internship and apprenticeship programs played in shaping their paths, and what their day-to-day lives in ministry really look like across different areas of service.
You’ll hear honest reflections, meaningful moments that remind them why they do what they do, and encouragement for anyone discerning their own next step. Whether you’re wrestling with a sense of calling yourself or walking alongside a young woman who is, this conversation is meant to inspire courage, clarity, and obedience.
More information about Prince Avenue Baptist Church's internship program for college students can be found here. 
Find out about the post-graduate apprenticeship program here. 

Who We Are in Christ: Finding Our Identity in Ephesians 1–3

We are halfway through our study of Ephesians with Prince Women, and what a rich journey it has been! In this episode, Lindsey, Lisa, Therese, and Emily pause to reflect on chapters 1–3 — the breathtaking blessings we have in Christ, the grace that made us alive, and the unity we share as one body.
Together, we revisit what it means to be blessed, seated, and united in the Beloved. We talk about identity, the hope of His calling, the abundance of His grace, and the beauty of learning theology in community. If you’ve fallen behind or are feeling overwhelmed, this episode is an encouragement to press in.
Whether you’re taking part in the Ephesians study or simply listening along, this conversation will help you see more clearly Who God is and who you are in Christ.

Gospel Conversations: Body Image and Disordered Eating

In this deeply honest and hope-filled conversation, Lindsey sits down with Meredith, Morgan, and Kasey to talk about body image, disordered eating, and the healing Christ offers. Meredith shares her personal testimony of struggling with an eating disorder as a college athlete and coach. Morgan—a licensed counselor serving teens, college students, young adults, and adults navigating life’s challenges—offers clinical and spiritual insight shaped by her work in body image and eating disorder recovery. Kasey, an intuitive eating health educator, personal trainer, and founder of Joyful Health Co., brings encouragement from her own story and her passion for helping women find freedom with food and fitness by grace.
Together, they explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual layers beneath these struggles and consider how the gospel tenderly reshapes the way we see our bodies, beauty, and care for ourselves. From recognizing warning signs and seeking wise support to cultivating practical rhythms of healing and hope, this conversation reminds us that freedom is possible—and that our bodies were created for God’s glory, not our striving.
Resources Mentioned:
Find Morgan at livingoakathens.com
Find Kasey at joyfulhealth.co 
National Eating Disorders Association 
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week - February 23-March 1
 

Joy in Singleness

In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Lindsey sits down with Lisa Vaughn, Leah Brannon, and Natalia Joaquin to explore the beauty, challenges, and joy of singleness in the life of the church. Together, they share personal stories, address cultural pressures that often elevate marriage above singleness, and dismantle common myths surrounding single women.
This episode speaks tenderly to seasons of loneliness, the importance of meaningful community, and practical ways the church can better love and support singles. Most importantly, the conversation turns to Scripture—highlighting identity in Christ, deep contentment in God, and the unique Kingdom impact single women are able to carry right now.
Whether you are single, married, or walking alongside someone who is, this discussion offers a refreshing, gospel-centered perspective that points us all toward the “good portion” found only in Jesus.

Trusting Through Trials

In this heartfelt episode, Lindsey and Emma sit down with Andrea Smith, pastor’s wife and valued member of our church family, for an honest conversation about trusting God through life’s deepest trials.
Andrea shares what it was like growing up as a pastor’s kid, how she met and married Pastor Josh, and how those early experiences shaped her faith. She then opens up vulnerably about her cancer journey—walking through fear, uncertainty, and suffering while learning to trust the Lord in new and profound ways.
With wisdom, humility, and hope, Andrea offers encouragement for anyone navigating hard seasons, reminding us that God is near in deep waters and faithful even when the path feels unclear.
Whether you’re in the middle of a trial or walking alongside someone who is, this conversation will meet you with comfort, perspective, and gentle reminders of God’s presence.

Pursuing Godly Friendships

In this episode of The Good Portion Podcast, Lindsey and Susanne interview Emily Swartz and Jessica Moody about pursuing and sustaining godly friendships in every season of life. While we are created for community, many of us feel disconnected, isolated, or unsure how to build meaningful relationships. In a world of constant connection yet deep loneliness, this conversation explores what Scripture teaches about friendship and offers practical encouragement for cultivating Christ-centered relationships that nourish our faith.

Living A Presence-Centered Life

In this episode, Angela Clark and Teresa Allen share what it looks like to live a presence-centered life—one shaped by attentiveness to God rather than the noise and hurry around us. We talk about what this way of living really means, why it’s essential for spiritual formation, and practical practices that have helped them learn to abide in God’s presence.

Why Study The Book Of Ephesians?

In this episode of The Good Portion, we share about the Bible study we’re about to begin with Prince Women. Lindsey, Susanne, Hollie, and Cynthia discuss why our writing team chose the book of Ephesians, why we felt led to write our own study, and why Paul’s letter to the Ephesians remains so important for the church today.

Why Women's Ministry is needed in the Local Church

Why do we need women’s ministry in the local church—and why does it matter right now?
In the first episode of The Good Portion, we begin by sharing the heart behind Prince Women and reflecting on the history of women’s ministry in our church. Five women who have played meaningful roles in this ministry over the years join the conversation, offering perspectives shaped by different seasons of life—from Gen Z to Boomer.
Together, we talk about how women’s ministry has personally shaped our faith, why gathering as women is both biblical and necessary, and how the church can faithfully respond in a cultural moment when young women are leaving the church at higher rates than their male peers.
This episode sets the foundation for the season ahead, inviting women of all ages to consider what it looks like to choose the good portion—sitting at the feet of Jesus and learning to follow Him together.