Delaney and Bev are co-hosts for the ‘She is Becoming’ podcast. Delaney (under 30) and Bev (over 60) are a multi-generational duo with lively discussion - they enjoy learning from each other and learning from guests that they interview. Together they tackle relevant topics and study the Bible.
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We’re in a reading recession—and it’s affecting more than just our leisure time. Studies show reading levels have dropped drastically over the past 30 years… and for Christians, that matters. God gave us a Book. So how we read—and if we read—shapes how we know Him. In this episode, we dive into: - Why Christians should be readers - How we should read - What we should read Plus, we share some of…
We have another testimony of God’s good hand at work! Our women’s ministry recently sent a team to Cuba, and in this episode Bev and Delaney interview Kate Wolettz about the trip. From years of mission work in China to sharing the gospel in Cuba through water filters and Bibles, Kate’s story highlights God’s faithfulness and global mission. The team experienced God’s protection and clearly felt…
In this episode, we’re stepping back to look at the post-exilic books we studied this past year—Ezra, Nehemiah, Zechariah, Haggai, Esther, and Malachi—and honestly, these books have come alive to us in fresh ways! We’re tracing the major themes, following God’s good hand through each story, and seeing how these books build anticipation within the larger story of Scripture. Then at the end, we’ll…
Welcome Pastor Bob Coughlin to the show—men’s pastor at Grace Church, where he leads over 1,500 men in a movement centered on getting into the WORD together. In this episode, Bob gets real about how women can come alongside their brothers in Christ—offering practical wisdom for wives, sisters, daughters, and friends on how to pray, support, and encourage. He even drops some honest (and helpful)…
In this episode, we’re diving into the world of social media . Joined by Stephanie Armstrong and Tavia Low, we talk about what it looks like for Christians to engage online with wisdom, intention, and integrity. This is a huge topic — and while we can’t cover everything, this conversation is packed with practical insights to help you navigate your digital spaces well. As Christians, how we show up…
Today, we’re joined by Juan Cuevas for an honest conversation about singleness —the tension of wanting marriage while learning to embrace the season you’re in. We dive into dating, the pressures singles face, and what it really looks like to glorify God wherever He has you. Juan serves as the young adults pastor and leads the ministry known as “The Co.,” and he brings practical wisdom and…
Today we’re talking about beauty, modesty, and homemaking. Join Bev and Delaney for a cozy coffee chat as they explore what God’s Word really says about these topics. God is the very definition of beauty—beauty exists because He does. In the same way, God created women with a natural bend toward home , reflecting Him in how they cultivate it… and it might not mean exactly what you think. And…
In this episode, we sit down with Paul and Bev Coniaris, who have been joyfully married for over 50 years. Their marriage is firmly centered on Christ, and there is so much to learn from their story—whether you’re single, dating, or married. Paul and Bev share how God has been faithful through every season of their marriage and how building their lives on the solid rock has sustained them. This…
Join us for the first episode of the year as we sit down with Abigail Dodds—wife, mom, author, and keynote speaker at our upcoming Gather Retreat. Abigail shares powerful, biblical truths about womanhood straight from her book (A)Typical Woman —this year's Gather theme! Get an exclusive sneak peek as we dive into her ministry and the heart behind the book. We also unpack some hot topics: modern…
In a dangerous corner of the world, one of our own Grace Church missionaries is being used mightily by God to bring people to Christ. Michelle grew up in our church family, was sent out by us, and now serves on the front lines. As a young girl during Missions Week, God stirred her heart—and she knew He was calling her to the field. In this powerful episode, Michelle shares how the good hand of God…
We’re diving deep into the breathtaking doctrine of God’s PROVIDENCE. What is it? It’s not just that God knows the future—He plans it, He provides for it, He rules every detail of it. Sovereignty is who God IS… Providence is what God DOES. From the tiniest sparrow to the rise and fall of empires, nothing escapes His caring, sovereign hand—even evil itself bows to His purposes. We’ll walk through…
What if the most dangerous thing in your life right now isn’t what you think—but the quiet lie that you can be truly content without God? We’re constantly told that just one more purchase, one more upgrade, one more notification will finally make us feel “enough,” yet materialism is the exact opposite of biblical contentment—it’s a treadmill that keeps you running but never arriving. In this…
Feeling hopeless? The world can crush that spark fast—but Romans 15:13 has a word for us today. In this episode, Delaney and Bev zoom into the verse, breaking it down to: the who of hope, character of hope, how of hope, and practice of hope. For the Christian, hope is SURE and tied to God Himself. So, this is your jolt: from hopelessness to Spirit-filled, unshakable hope. Dive in to learn more!
In this powerful episode, Bev and Delaney sit down with Amani Mustafa, raised in a Muslim household—until Christ seized her heart and transformed her life forever. She endured unimaginable suffering, but God led her to escape to America, where she deepened her faith in Christianity. Amani shares her raw journey, exposes hard truths about Islam and the Quran, and reveals its real-world…
Join us as we explore the book of Haggai, where the prophet urges us to "consider our ways" in light of priorities, promises, holiness, and the coming "day." In Ezra’s time, God’s people were discouraged, disillusioned, and apathetic about rebuilding the temple, leaving God "homeless" among them as His dwelling place lay in ruins. Facing opposition and low morale, they needed a spark—enter Haggai…
God's Word calls us to remember! We often fall into spiritual amnesia, forgetting God's commands and His works in our lives. Remembering is a vital spiritual discipline—forgetting is no excuse for disobedience. Scripture offers powerful ways to keep God's truth close. Join Delaney and Bev to explore how to stay rooted in remembrance!
Struggling to connect with Jesus in the Old Testament? It can feel challenging due to its historical context, but the Old Testament is written FOR you, with the Church in mind! Join Delaney and Bev as they share 10 powerful reasons why the Old Testament is essential for New Testament Christians and how you can have intimacy with Christ in the Old Testament. Discover how God remains the same across…
In the second part of our series on Old Testament prophets, Cheri and Delaney dive deep into the heart of prophecy. They unpack the powerful messages of post-exilic prophets Haggai, Malachi, and Zechariah, shedding light on their timeless wisdom. Discover the rich context of the post-exilic period and see how prophecy serves as God's dynamic commentary on history. Tune in for an enlightening…
Join Delaney and Cheri for a special episode of She is Becoming as they explore the role and messages of Old Testament prophets. Learn about the historical context, why they taught the way they did, and how they fit into the broader story of Scripture. In Part 1, Delaney and Cheri offer a clear overview of the prophetic timeline, dive into the post-exilic era, and highlight the key characteristics…
She is Becoming returns for Season 6! Join Delaney and Bev as they chat with Tom and Jeanne Ibach, co-authors of Grace Church's new Bible study, "Second Exodus." Discover behind-the-scenes insights on the post-exilic prophets, why studying the Old Testament is crucial for our faith—though challenging, it’s a profound gift—and how this study has transformed the Ibachs' faith. Get a sneak peek into…
What about the young adults?! In this episode, Juan Cuevas, shares how God called him to pastor young adults in the local church context. Juan shares his insights into the next generation, the challenges they are facing, their current faith trends, and how the body of Christ can come alongside them. One of the ways the church can help, is by supporting Grace's new young adult ministry, the "CO."…
Recently, Grace's Women's Ministry sent 10 women to share the gospel in a hostile nation. In this episode, Delaney talks with Kelly and Rachel about their experience trekking in the mountains to reach unreached women and children with the gospel of Christ. They faced many challenges, but God provided and brought many to faith! Listen to hear more about this trip and be inspired by what He is doing…
What does it mean to be pro-life? There are so many stereotypes and misconceptions! Tammy Kocher is executive director at New Life Family Services, a faith based non-profit who serves Minnesota families by providing life-affirming care to those facing unplanned pregnancy. In this episode, Tammy addresses what it practically looks like to be pro-life, debunks culture's lies about abortion, and…
She is Becoming has reached a podcast milestone-- 100 episodes! Join Stephanie as she interviews co-hosts Delaney and Bev as they recap what God has done through this podcast. This episode will be one of reflection and remembrance on how God has used this podcast in the lives of many women, and there will be some funny behind-the-scenes moments. At the end of this episode, She is Becoming is doing…
Most heresy comes from getting Christ's incarnation WRONG! So, let's look to Scripture so we get this RIGHT. In this episode, Bev and Delaney unpack what Scripture says about Christ's incarnation. The incarnation describes Christ taking on human flesh by adding a human nature to his already divine nature. Scripture is clear that Jesus is fully God and fully man, he lacks nothing is his humanity…
Continuing to study the theme "UNOFFENDABLE," Bev and Delaney talk about how forgiveness fits with being "unoffendable." The life of Joseph gives us marvelous insights into how we can forgive and reconcile when we've been wronged. Joseph experienced tremendous hurt at the hands of his family, yet God providentially used Joseph's pain to save many. In this episode, Bev and Delaney highlight some of…
What separates an "ungodly" Christian from a godly Christian? Inner discipline! Inner disciplines is God's process of ordering your spiritual life towards godliness. 1 Timothy 4:7 instructs, "discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness." Having inner discipline frees you to be the Christian that God has called you to be. In this episode, Delaney walks through what the Bible says about how to…
In this special episode, Bev teaches about biblical submission. "Submission of wives in marriage is good, blessed and a woman's SUPERPOWER." Bev answers: what does the Bible say about submission? What does submission mean and not mean? How do wives thrive in submission? What are some next steps? Many think submission is archaic and misunderstand what it means so Bev teaches through God's WORD to…
Christine Erickson, director of Grace Church's OneLess ministry talks with Delaney and Bev about re:generation: a biblically-based discipleship program offering healing, recovery, and freedom from any type of struggle. This ministry focuses on sin, trauma, suffering, and how we can heal from these things. re:generation is for everyone with a sin struggle who needs help with recovery. Whether it be…
Gather Retreat is right around the corner! Gather speaker, Cheri Dobbs, joins Delaney and Bev to preview this years theme: UNOFFENDABLE. Cheri explains why we are so easily offended by others, what the root of offense is, and how Jesus was unoffendable. This episode will help you answer questions like: how do I stop being so easily offended? How do I deal with hyper-sensitive people? How do I…
"What to wear?" it's a daily decision! Throughout the Old & New Testament, "what to wear" is a major theme. What behaviors should we put on? What behaviors should we put off? The Bible has a lot to say, tune in to learn more.
In another episode of "Christians You Should Know," Delaney and Bev dive into church history to discuss John the Baptizer. John the Baptist is a unique character in biblical history, and he played a pivotal role in the gospels. John came on the scene after 400 years of silence from God, and he prophesied the long awaited Messiah's arrival. John's life and message prepared the way for Jesus's…
Does demon possession still happen today? Is the devil still at work in the world? How often should Christians be thinking about spiritual warfare? How do I know if a thought is from my flesh or if it's demonic? In this episode, Bev and Delaney answer your burning questions about spiritual warfare. They review what Scripture says about demon possession and have a balanced response for the…
Do you want to be closer to God? Maybe you have been feeling far from Him? Are you treating your relationship with God solely as an intellectual pursuit and not as a spiritual, emotional relationship? God wants to be close to you, and He designed you to be close to Him. In this episode, Bev and Delaney discuss how to cultivate closeness with God, and how God's immanence impacts our lives.
Tim Barnett from Red Pen Logic joins Delaney and Bev to discuss what is going on in culture. Tim unpacks current cultural issues, what his ministry is all about, and how we can come alongside youth in creating a firm biblical foundation. How do we cultivate discernment? How do help the teenagers around us answer hard questions? Is the Bible really true? Listen to the episode to find out more.
Do you ever feel like your will is battling against God's will? Do you ever feel like you are at war within yourself? If so, you need to surrender to God! In this episode, Bev and Delaney explain what the Bible says about surrender, and how to say to God, "YOUR will be done!" Surrender is an attribute of the kingdom of God and is a crucial part of the Christian's life. Surrender is a complete…
By God's grace, She is Becoming Podcast has been going for nearly 5 years. In this episode, Delaney and Bev discuss Romans 12:1-2, which is She is Becoming Podcast's theme verse. How does a Christian live with a renewed mind in their daily lives? How does God renew our minds? What does it mean to live as a living sacrifice? Listen to this episode to learn the answers to these questions, and how…
We often associate servanthood with derogatory connotations, but the main theme in the book of Mark is the SERVANTHOOD of Christ. Mark 10:45 is Mark's key verse, which says, "For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and give His life as a ransom for many." Christ's servanthood is an incredibly important attribute to understand, and is truly the essence of the gospel. Listen…
A MAJOR theme in the book of Mark is Christ's authority. In Mark, Jesus continuously reveals His authority, begging the question, "does Christ have authority in MY life?" Bev and Delaney discuss Christ's words and actions which reveal His supreme authority. Although Christ's authority isn't always a popular message, it is crucial to understand. Understanding the authority of Christ should be a…
We hear the phrase "Kingdom of God" thrown around, but what does it mean? Are we living in the age of the Kingdom of God or are we still waiting for the Kingdom of God? In this episode, Bev and Delaney use the book of Mark to explain what the Kingdom of God is and what that means for us today. The book of Mark highlights the Kingdom of God because Christ, the King, has arrived. The Kingdom of God…
Season 5 is starting off with 4 episodes on the gospel of Mark. In this episode, Bev and Delaney interview Stephanie, Mark's bible study writer, about Mark's major themes. They discuss how Jesus is described, what is means to be a servant, and some of the unique characteristics in the book of Mark. Tune in to learn more!
Co-host Delaney Dobbs shares her testimony of coming to Christ and how God is continuing to sanctify her. Delaney has endured many struggles since becoming a Christ follower such a teenage pregnancy and becoming a single mother, but through it all God has provided for her.
In this episode, Delaney interviews her co-host Bev about her personal testimony of coming to Christ. Bev's life has touched thousands of women and her legacy of glorifying God is evident in her testimony. She touches on many misconceptions regarding sharing our stories and addresses some major issues that women struggle with. Bev's authenticity is compelling and her testimony will encourage you…
In this episode, Bev and Delaney tackle some of the most misused, misunderstood, and misinterpreted topics in the Bible. There is a new movement in the American Church called the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) where the definitions of prophet and apostle have left their historical, biblical meaning and are being un-biblically used. Bev and Delaney will explain the key tenets of NAR, the major…
"Unforgiveness is like drinking poison and expecting someone else to die." Scripture has a lot to say about forgiveness, and there are many sobering verses regarding forgiveness. Today, Bev and Delaney are talking about receiving forgiveness, how to forgive, the fight to maintain forgiveness, joy of forgiveness, and where we are in our forgiveness journey.
Bev and Delaney are joined by Bonnie Gasper, Vice Chair and Communication Director of Child Protection League, to discuss parental rights, specifically in Minnesota. Bonnie has been in education trenches for over 24 years and started investigating public education when her oldest daughter went to kindergarten. Bonnie is an expert on the way God designed the family and an expert of the current…
Did you know there are over 30 Genesis references in the book of Revelation? Genesis and Revelation are the bookends of the Bible and we see what God initiates in Genesis being fulfilled in Revelation. Scripture is a metanarrative which means it is one grand unfolding story that reveals who God is and His plan for the world. By comparing Genesis and Revelation, you can see how God finishes what He…
Why do YOU love the Church? In this episode, co-host Delaney is joined by guests Troy and Cheri Dobbs to talk about the Church. Pastor Troy Dobbs has pastored Grace Church for over 15 years, been in ministry for over 25 years, and has a deep love for Christ's Church. Joining Pastor Troy Dobbs is his wife Cheri, Grace Church women's ministry director, and together they share their heart for Christ…
With Grace Church women's ministry's conference, Gather, right around the corner, Bev and Delaney interview one of the conference's keynote speakers, Regina Gibson. Regina speaks boldly about the Church, her own experience within the Church, and why the Church is relevant and necessary for our culture today. Her love for the Church is infectious and her love for Christ is evident as she…
We know that the Holy Spirit permanently lives in the believer BUT we do not always live in the power of the Holy Spirit. Are we different from our pre-Christian self? Are we trying to live the Christian life in our own strength or the power of the Holy Spirit? Are we living below our God given means? This Living by the Spirit has great implications for everything in a Christian’s life. Scripture…
