The Ruffled Mango Scripture Writing Podcast

Christy & Kristen meet up again, this time to discuss Jesus' resurrection promises, the various promises made to Abraham (and how we receive parallel promises!), the spiritual blessings we're promised in Ephesians, how we know that God can & will fulfill His promises, the beautiful promise of the Holy Spirit as a guarantee, and several "if/then" promises of God.Episode Resources:Promises of God Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/march-scripture-writing-plan-promises-of-god/Promises of God Kids' Scripture Writing Plans: (scroll down to curriculum section for free downloads)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasPromises of God acapella playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3oXqm83NCE6S2Zl50Dkqmw?si=02ff6f2797e5419b&nd=1&dlsi=c488ed4bfd184d2aApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/promises-of-god/pl.u-8aAVXLjfPXZLXdBehold Our God Scripture Writing Journal (BACK IN STOCK): https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4383440254Behold Our God Scripture Writing Extras:https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasOur Etsy shop: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comChristy's favorite local chain restaurants: https://www.tazikis.comKristen's favorite lavender creamer: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Starbucks-Oat-Crmr-Lavender-6x28flozUS-nbsp/13696859371?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0(and favorite Vanilla Lavender ground coffee: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Starbucks-Vanilla-Lavender-Flavored-Ground-Coffee-100-Arabica-11-oz/9666971959?adsRedirect=true)

Christy & Kristen talk about how God always keeps His promises, starting from the first prophecy in Genesis 3 and continuing to God's covenantal promise signaled by the rainbow that we see even today. They discuss the conditional nature of many of God's promises, how we can experience promised rest & peace even during trials in this life, and the promises that were made to Mary before she became the mother of Jesus.Episode Resources:Promises of God Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/march-scripture-writing-plan-promises-of-god/Promises of God Kids' Scripture Writing Plans: (scroll down to curriculum section for free downloads)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasPromises of God acapella playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3oXqm83NCE6S2Zl50Dkqmw?si=02ff6f2797e5419b&nd=1&dlsi=c488ed4bfd184d2aApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/promises-of-god/pl.u-8aAVXLjfPXZLXdBehold Our God Scripture Writing Journal (BACK IN STOCK): https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4383440254Behold Our God Scripture Writing Extras:https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasOur Etsy shop: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comChristy's favorite way to read: Libby - https://libbyapp.com/interview/welcome#doYouHaveACard & Hoopla - https://www.hoopladigital.com

Ashley and Kristen discuss the biblical names Jehovah Sabaoth (Lord of Hosts), Jehovah Rohi (The Lord Our Shepherd), Jehovah M’Kaddesh (Lord Who Sanctifies), El Elyon (Most High), El Roi (God of Seeing), Qanna (Jealous God), Abba (loving Father), and Immanuel (God with us). Join us as we explore the profound meanings behind these names of God and how understanding these facets of His character affects our prayers and worship.Episode Resources:Names of God Scripture Writing Plan & Reference Guide: https://www.theruffledmango.com/february-scripture-writing-plan-names-of-god/Names of God Kids' Scripture Writing Plans: (scroll down to curriculum section for free downloads)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasNames of God acapella playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1lHOeEadoNfE9Der7hpezWApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/names-of-god/pl.u-KVXBDdGT2vDRvEFind the Prayer Prompts here:Behold Our God Scripture Writing Journal (BACK IN STOCK): https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4383440254Behold Our God Scripture Writing Extras:https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasOur Etsy shop: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comAshley's favorite Bible study resource: blueletterbible.org (but especially the Blue Letter Bible app)Kristen's favorite resource for creating visual aids for children's Bible classes: chatgpt.comCasandra Martin's study "God, Pass By Me" (about names of God): https://amzn.to/3ODDMpx {affiliate link}

In this episode, Ashley and Kristen begin Part 1 of the Names of God series, exploring names like Yahweh, El Shaddai, Jehovah Rapha, Nissi, and Shalom through Scripture, personal stories, and discussion. Listeners are invited to see how God’s names reveal His unchanging presence, power, provision, healing, peace, and faithfulness in both ordinary life and through suffering.Episode Resources:Names of God Scripture Writing Plan & Reference Guide: https://www.theruffledmango.com/february-scripture-writing-plan-names-of-god/Names of God Kids' Scripture Writing Plans: (scroll down to curriculum section for free downloads)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasNames of God acapella playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1lHOeEadoNfE9Der7hpezWApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/names-of-god/pl.u-KVXBDdGT2vDRvEBehold Our God Scripture Writing Journal (BACK IN STOCK): https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4383440254Behold Our God Scripture Writing Extras:https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasOur Etsy shop: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comBible Marking with Kathy Pollard: https://www.youtube.com/@markyourbible

Christy & Kristen discuss John the Baptizer's description of Jesus as "the Lamb of God," how Paul contrasted the one true God with the many gods that the Athenians served, the importance of knowing that Jesus IS God, and what thoughts & emotions we encounter as we read about the throne room in Revelation.Episode Resources:Behold Our God Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/january-scripture-writing-plan-behold-our-god/Behold Our God Kids' Scripture Writing Plans: (scroll down to curriculum section for free downloads)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasBehold Our God acapella playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6IK6Q6rtwJSTV1md4QOWc0?uid=d7eb0636950348cf&uri=spotify:track:6Bnp4Y4muo2MMVZYOI7IOTApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/behold-our-god/pl.u-xlyNqLkI3AEDAdBehold Our God Scripture Writing Extras:https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasOur Etsy shop: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comDavid Shannon's lesson "Look Up and Be Holy": https://youtu.be/D-bfiSCHjUE?si=nnJpI1EjJLhEF1gt

Christy and Kristen begin Season 3 with a discussion of several instances of humans "seeing" God in the Old Testament, how we can better clear out the distractions to gaze at God in our own lives, and thinking through why fire is often used in the Bible to signify the presence of God.Episode Resources:Behold Our God Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/january-scripture-writing-plan-behold-our-god/Behold Our God Kids' Scripture Writing Plans: (scroll down to curriculum section for free downloads)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasBehold Our God acapella playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6IK6Q6rtwJSTV1md4QOWc0?uid=d7eb0636950348cf&uri=spotify:track:6Bnp4Y4muo2MMVZYOI7IOTApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/behold-our-god/pl.u-xlyNqLkI3AEDAdBehold Our God Scripture Writing Extras: https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasOur Etsy shop: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comChristy's favorite heated vest: https://amzn.to/4bJbL9oKristen's favorite book club & book (Little Women): https://www.fablehousebooks.org/product/little-women-painted-editions-/ZXW3HM3B2R2DNF5GMTGIDZK3?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=true

Ashley and Kristen discuss what happens when we forget, the importance of remembering & repenting, and how to set reminders for ourselves to stay close to God & the truths found in His Word.Episode Resources:Remember Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/november-scripture-writing-plan-remember/Remember acapella playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ojHUWZwEBQWZPYzsBztm1?si=TNyhJBHtTXGwiAQ0xzJqBA&nd=1&dlsi=5846be11bd9b44c0Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/remember/pl.u-xlyNq92u3AEDAdRemember Prayer Prompts: (scroll down to curriculum section for free download)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/unshaken-scripture-writing-extrasRemember bookmarks (we printed on cream cardstock): https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/5c3mkcjjs8a4t643mnqgl/Remember-bookmarks-add-blue-tassels.pdf?rlkey=hm64s7kcix5j4x7j553k3ruy7&st=n5r4efub&dl=0Blue tassels (set of 100): https://a.co/d/00Y31LyThought Garden: https://www.yourthoughtgarden.comCocoa roasted almonds: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Great-Value-Cocoa-Roasted-Almonds-14-oz/5284690798?classType=REGULAR&athbdg=L1200&from=%2Fsearch&sid=1fb39e01-c384-4006-85a0-533f4307a009Cookie butter filled milk chocolate bar: https://www.walmart.com/ip/bettergoods-Premium-Swiss-Cookie-Butter-Filled-Milk-Chocolate-Bar-3-5-oz/5667788291?classType=VARIANT&athbdg=L1100&from=%2Fsearch&sid=d2a23ca3-da33-4235-8a75-78ac78e90f73NEW Scripture Writing Tools for 2026 (Behold Our God): https://theruffledmango.etsy.com

Ashley and Kristen discuss what it means when scriptures say that God Himself remembers something, how important it is for us to remember & rehearse the faithfulness of God, and the many tangible reminders that God orchestrated for His people under the old covenant.Episode Resources:Remember Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/november-scripture-writing-plan-remember/Remember acapella playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ojHUWZwEBQWZPYzsBztm1?si=TNyhJBHtTXGwiAQ0xzJqBA&nd=1&dlsi=5846be11bd9b44c0Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/remember/pl.u-xlyNq92u3AEDAdRemember Prayer Prompts: (scroll down to curriculum section for free download)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/unshaken-scripture-writing-extrasNEW Scripture Writing Plans (Behold Our God) GROUP RATE: https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4395989134NEW Behold Our God Scripture Writing Extras GROUP RATE: https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-extrasNEW Bible study tools for 2026: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comChildren's Lord's Supper booklet (free from Tracy Watts): https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/h3efg63quwulu1b5k2ih3/My-Lord-s-Supper-Book.pdf?rlkey=l3twh15cvdnuf7ufmjwmhw9q8&st=gxa47rvp&dl=050 Days of Prayer pdf: https://hendersoncoc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/50-Days-of-Prayer-2025.pdf

Alyssa & Kristen talk about "light momentary affliction," encouraging others in the faith using Paul's example, putting on God's armor to achieve victory, a beautiful snapshot of a victorious faith, plus receiving the "crown of life" when we overcome in the end.Episode Resources:Victorious Scripture Writing Plan:https://www.theruffledmango.com/october-scripture-writing-plan-victorious/Victorious acapella playlist:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4O7OqbyhPqRDmrSE3idkO2?si=0ffdb30957744141&pt_success=1&nd=1&dlsi=9048e2876a6743ceApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/victorious/pl.u-kv9lbZJT9vpVvjVictorious Prayer Prompts: (scroll down to curriculum section for free download)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/unshaken-scripture-writing-extrasAlyssa's favorite - robot vacuum: https://amzn.to/3JtoW2C & Aldi candles: https://www.aldi.us/results?q=candlesKristen's favorite - eating more protein (also, here's a link to Nourish, where I'm meeting with a nutritionist covered by my insurance: https://www.usenourish.com)NEW Bible study tools for 2026! >> https://theruffledmango.etsy.com

Christy and Kristen chat about David's victorious speech to Goliath, finding comfort in Jesus' assertion that He has overcome the world, recognizing the only thing that can separate us from God, and how to look for God's help in overcoming temptation and facing the unknown.Episode Resources:Victorious Scripture Writing Plan:https://www.theruffledmango.com/october-scripture-writing-plan-victorious/Victorious acapella playlist:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4O7OqbyhPqRDmrSE3idkO2?si=0ffdb30957744141&pt_success=1&nd=1&dlsi=9048e2876a6743ceApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/victorious/pl.u-kv9lbZJT9vpVvjVictorious Prayer Prompts: (scroll down to curriculum section for free download)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/unshaken-scripture-writing-extrasChristy's favorite - Dutch Bros Coffee: https://www.dutchbros.comKristen's favorite - Greek Chicken Meatball Bowls: https://therealfooddietitians.com/greek-chicken-meatballs/NEW Bible study tools for 2026:https://theruffledmango.etsy.com

Kristen shares details about 3 of her favorite things: the recent TLN conference, the new "Behold Our God" Bible study tools for 2026 (out now!), and a new fall favorite recipe. {Sorry about the sound quality, friends - apparently a setting needed to be tweaked.}Episode Resources:Find The Light Network Conference lessons here (posting soon): https://thelightnetwork.tv/conference"How to Break Up with Your Phone" book: https://amzn.to/3ITwmMsNEW Bible study tools for 2026 now in our Etsy shop:Behold Our God Scripture Writing Journal: https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/43834402542026 Scripture Writing Wall Calendar: https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4382320894Behold Our God scripture cards: https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4382341234Behold Our God sticker: https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4383447966Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash: https://therealfooddietitians.com/sausage-stuffed-acorn-squash/

Kelly & Kristen meet up again to finish discussing the Bold Faith writing plan - how the apostles prayed for & showed their boldness, what we can learn from Abraham's trust in God, how the church shows God's wisdom, why the Hall of Faith still encourages us today, and how Jesus' endurance inspires our own.Episode Resources:Bold Faith Scripture Writing Plan:https://www.theruffledmango.com/september-scripture-writing-plan-bold-faith/Bold Faith playlist:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7MpbaOExkg1i381hkOMgU5?si=KO6rXK_ITciaGdLYvx7VDAApple Music subscribers: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/bold-faith/pl.u-2aoqXVLfJ8oW8mBold Faith Prayer Prompts: (scroll down to curriculum section to download for free)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/unshaken-scripture-writing-extras10th Anniversary sale links (25% off extended thru October 7, 2025!):Unshaken or Prayer Journals, t-shirts, greeting cards, magnets, etc: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comOnline Bible studies: https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.comSee the NEW 2026 Scripture Writing themes! (NEW Bible study tools coming in early October!)https://www.theruffledmango.com/behold-our-god-scripture-writing-2026/Kelly's favorite - weighted vest: https://amzn.to/48xED2YKristen's favorite - AP Discovery Bible cards: https://apologeticspress.org/bible-trading-cards/"By Faith" song {Praise and Harmony}:https://youtu.be/1RVuRpZX6Lc?si=Yl_1PwWjOg5Yr675"God's Wisdom Known" sermon:https://www.youtube.com/live/BDzbgHjIvXs?si=kl_9rbBh3Mon0Ga7 (sermon begins at 1:15)Abraham Scripture Writing Plan:https://www.theruffledmango.com/august-scripture-writing-plan-abraham/The Light Network Conference (where all 5 of us will be speaking soon):https://thelightnetwork.tv/conference/

Episode Resources:Bold Faith Scripture Writing Plan:https://www.theruffledmango.com/september-scripture-writing-plan-bold-faith/Bold Faith playlist:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7MpbaOExkg1i381hkOMgU5?si=KO6rXK_ITciaGdLYvx7VDAApple Music subscribers: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/bold-faith/pl.u-2aoqXVLfJ8oW8mBold Faith Prayer Prompts: (scroll down to curriculum section to download for free)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/unshaken-scripture-writing-extras10th Anniversary sale links (25% off thru September 30, 2025):Unshaken or Prayer Journals, t-shirts, greeting cards, magnets, etc: https://theruffledmango.etsy.comOnline Bible studies: https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.comOne of Kristen's favorite "fall ambience" backgrounds on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UERLcXtOHJQ?si=vRzIjTE7KZCq283fThe Light Network Conference (where all 5 of us will be speaking soon):https://thelightnetwork.tv/conference/

Kristen and Alyssa tackle the second half of the Surrender scripture writing plan, discussing how God makes our paths straight, how we need to kill our old nature in favor of trusting God, and how Jesus' surrender to the Father helps us imitate His example.Episode Resources:Surrender Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/august-scripture-writing-plan-surrender/Surrender Playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6PcvAbQ6oNpYudvOSIdCgS?si=LMLgRK7wSr2myO2jFoYJIwApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/surrender/pl.u-kv9lbKaT9vpVvjSurrender Prayer Prompts: (scroll down to curriculum section to download)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/unshaken-scripture-writing-extrasThe Connect Conference that Kristen recommended: https://www.connectcon.org; https://www.youtube.com/connectconferenceThe Light Network Conference (where all 5 of us will be speaking soon): https://thelightnetwork.tv/conference/

Ashley, Christy, and Kristen start off Season 2 by tracing the theme of Surrender through the stories of Ruth, Hannah, Ahab, Naaman, Manasseh, Nebuchadnezzar, & David. Some of these resisted surrender to God, but others willingly let God take control of their lives. In every situation, we learn that God is always pleased with our sacrifice of surrender to Him, no matter how long it takes.Episode Resources:Surrender Scripture Writing Plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/august-scripture-writing-plan-surrender/Surrender Playlists:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6PcvAbQ6oNpYudvOSIdCgS?si=LMLgRK7wSr2myO2jFoYJIwApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/surrender/pl.u-kv9lbKaT9vpVvjSurrender Prayer Prompts: (scroll down to curriculum section to download)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/unshaken-scripture-writing-extrasThe Connect Conference that Kristen recommended: https://www.connectcon.org; https://www.youtube.com/connectconferenceThe Light Network Conference (where all 5 of us will be speaking soon): https://thelightnetwork.tv/conference/Verse Christy mentioned about Uriah being included with David's "mighty men": 2 Samuel 23:39

Kristen, Kelly, and Ashley talk about modern day idolatry – what it looks like in its many forms, why it’s such a difficult struggle for all of us, and why it’s important to keep putting God back into the center of our lives. Join us for the last episode of Season 1, as we step on everyone’s toes, including our own! Find the show notes linked below.Episode Resources:Broken Cisterns scripture writing plan: https://www.theruffledmango.com/may-scripture-writing-plan-broken-cisterns/Broken Cisterns playlist:Free on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4JQpzEqMugbgd5LXllE9qjBroken Cisterns prayer prompts: (scroll down to curriculum section to download)https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/unshaken-scripture-writing-extrasOur Unshaken Scripture Writing Journals are back!https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/1805002817NEW magnets!https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4303151260https://theruffledmango.etsy.com/listing/4303154526Purchase the Unshaken Scripture Writing Extras (including the scripture writing plans, monthly introductions & journaling questions + 12 smartphone wallpapers!):For individuals or groups: https://the-ruffled-mango-school.teachable.com/p/unshaken-scripture-writing-extrasKelly’s new favorite recipe blog: https://www.saltandlavender.comKristen’s favorite roses: https://www.davidaustinroses.com/products/lady-of-shalottGods At War (book): https://amzn.to/3Sw1zGwHow to Break Up with Your Phone (book): https://amzn.to/4jervkXThe Screwtape Letters (book): https://amzn.to/3FwjqKyArticle about the “Castle Impossible” show that Kristen mentioned:https://www.countryliving.com/life/entertainment/a64770861/hgtv-castle-impossible-bathroom