
Starting Place is a discipleship podcast hosted by Elizabeth Woodson, an author, Bible teacher, and seminary graduate who loves to help believers to grow spiritually. Through practical teaching and honest conversations with pastors, theologians, and everyday disciplemakers, we explore what Christians believe and how those beliefs shape a faithful, spiritually vibrant life. If you’re ready to grow ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 97 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ReligionChristianityReligion & Spirituality | |||

In this episode, Elizabeth shares an exciting announcement about a new collection of conversations she’s recorded with her friend Yana Jenay Conner. Together, they are going to dive into conversations about the chaos and disconnection shaping our wor... more
In this episode, Elizabeth sits down with Oghosa Iyamu to talk about a current trend that is making discipleship difficult – Consumeristic Christianity. They discuss how attraction-driven ministry shapes our discipleship, why it can stunt our spiritu... more
In this episode, Elizabeth sits down with Ruth Chou Simons to talk about what it means to live unhurried in a world that constantly demands more. Together they wrestle with the pressures women face to produce and perform, how the gospel offers true r... more
Disappointment is one of those universal experiences, we all face moments where life doesn’t turn out the way we hoped. In this episode of Starting Place, Elizabeth unpacks how Christians can navigate disappointment without getting stuck in bitternes... more
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I found Elizabeth through another podcast and immediately connected with her relatable, chill, and straightforward voice. She truly feels like the friend we all need in our lives. Thank you for bringing the Word of God to us in such a beautiful and down-to-earth way, making it so relevant to today’s world. And yes—I often go back and re-listen to episodes! Not because they simply make me “feel good,” but because she speaks truth shared with grace, but truth nonetheless. I’ve learned so much and ... more
2024-Love listening to your podcast! I feel so encouraged. Thank you for sharing your time, knowledge and love of God! ❤️ Linda, Australia Update: 2025-still love your podcast! Just heard episode on Shame and Insecurity from 19 March - so good!
Elizabeth, I am SOBBING right now - I was *led* to you through another podcast and was wondering why/what was I listening for . . . when you said (in a much more lovely artful way) that the fact we are asking questions and/or doubting ourselves is a sign of humility. I can’t possibly explain how that has lifted such a heavy burden from me. I was actually reading Luke 11 to my dog as I was walking her tonight 😄 and God worked through you to lighten my “yoke.” Sending you SO much gratitude & than... more
This podcast consistently has me enjoying the information enough to go back to re-listen so I can take notes!
Very good podcast! Love them all
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Focusing on the journey of spiritual growth and discipleship, the content emphasizes the exploration of Christian beliefs and their impact on a vibrant faith. Through a mix of practical teaching and personal storytelling, discussions often feature various guests, including pastors and theologians. Key themes include mental health, community support, and the challenges of modern faith, along with the importance of scripture and personal experiences in understanding and applying faith in daily life. This podcast uniquely combines biblical insights with relatable conversations, making it an accessible resource for new and seasoned believers alike.
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Starting Place launched 3 years ago and published 97 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Starting Place include:
1. Oghosa Iyamu
2. Ruth Chou Simons
3. Hosanna Wong
4. Kyle Worley
5. Justin Giboney
6. Blair Linne
7. Yana Jenay Connor
8. Melody Fabien
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