In the vicious cycle of self-help, self-righteousness, and self-loathing, we become a slave to the pursuit of perfection. Through Christ's own perfection, he has set us free. This is a podcast about the freedom that comes through dependence in Christ, and understanding the depth of his love.
Katie Koplin and Gretchen Ronnevik sit down and talk about the Here We Still Stand Conference, on the theme of "The Bondange of the Will," and then talk about the new podcast structure they've been brainstorming for weeks. We are moving to a "seasons" format, where each season will have various kinds of episodes, from guests, to book club, and more. The first season coming out is on the theme of "Forgiveness"
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What's New from 1517:
Untamed Prayers: 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms by Chad Bird
Remembering Your Baptism: A 40-Day Devotional by Kathryn Morales
Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug
The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction by Donavan Riley
More from the hosts:
Gretchen Ronnevik
Katie Koplin
Upcoming Book Club Books:
"Jayber Crow" by Wendell Berry
"How to Stay Married" by Scott Key
Upcoming Movie discussion:
"K-Pop Demon Hunters"
Registration is open for the 2026 "Here We Still Stand" on the theme of Scriputures. (https://www.1517.org/events/hwss-2026-sd)
31 Jul 2025
Bible Studies and Programs
Gretchen and Katie share their favorite things these days, and then, as fall scheduling is looming, they talk about the longing for a good Bible study. at church. How do we reach the women who are longing for a Bible study, but are swamped by family obligations?
We are all searching for a magical recipe for engagement, and so many things are out of our hands. It’s important that we clarify our goals. Are we wanting to get things back to the way they used to be? Are we searching for authentic friendships? Are we needing to be fed?
There’s not a grand answer, but a micro one, of looking for the needs of those right in front of us, instead of some faceless “culture.”
Show Notes:
Support 1517 Podcast Network
1517 Podcasts
1517 on Youtube
1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
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1517 Academy - Free Theological Education
What’s New from 1517:
Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug
The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction by Donavan Riley
Ditching the Checklist by Mark Mattes
Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation, Book 1 of 2 by Amy Mantravadi
More from the hosts:
Gretchen Ronnevik
Katie Koplin
Magnus Persson talks from Mount Carmel Family Camp on the purpose of the church
Gretchen Ronnevik's Gospel Mentoring training videos (https://www.gospelmentoring.com)
25 Jul 2025
Kids Sports Talk
Does it feel like kids sports are taking over your family life? Katie Koplin and Gretchen Ronnevik talk about the realities of the commitments of kids sports and the impact that has on their families. All the meets, all the performances, all the races--and the pressure for parents to be at everything, and how it becomes a part time job.
They talk about the pressures on parents, the impact on marriages, and the impact that can have on discipleship.
They talk about values, moms perspectives vs dads perspectives, and the main question: where is Christian freedom in this, and how do we reach families stuck in this cycle?
Show Notes:
Support 1517 Podcast Network
1517 Podcasts
1517 on Youtube
1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
1517 Events Schedule
1517 Academy - Free Theological Education
What’s New from 1517:
Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug
The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction by Donavan Riley
Ditching the Checklist by Mark Mattes
Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation, Book 1 of 2 by Amy Mantravadi
More from the hosts:
Gretchen Ronnevik
Katie Koplin
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