The Lauren Turner Podcast

Lauren Turner
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The Lauren Turner Podcast is a faith-filled space for women seeking biblical encouragement, practical wisdom, and a deeper relationship with God. Each episode is an invitation to pause, be encouraged, and discover how God’s truth speaks into everyday life.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    The Enemy Knows Scripture—Here’s How to Fight Back

    The enemy knows Scripture—but do you know how to use God’s Word when the battle comes? In this episode of The Lauren Turner Podcast, Lauren explores the Sword of the Spirit, the only offensive weapon in the armor of God. Through Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness, we learn how to recognize the enemy’s lies and answer them with biblical truth. God’s Word also protects us defensively. Scripture reveals who God is, exposes beliefs that contradict His character, and transforms the way we think and live. But simply knowing Bible verses isn’t enough. The Pharisees knew the law and were still trapped by religion. To wield the Sword of the Spirit effectively, we must approach Scripture with humility and invite the Holy Spirit to teach us. Lauren also examines why we can trust the Bible—including manuscript evidence, archaeology, fulfilled prophecy, and its internal consistency—and shares practical ways to make Scripture part of your daily life through Bible apps, audio Bibles, reading plans, and study resources. Finally, the Sword of the Spirit was given to fight the enemy—not to attack other believers. When disagreements arise, we are called to pursue truth with love, follow biblical reconciliation, and pray for one another. No friendly fire. In this episode: • How to fight the enemy’s lies with Scripture• Why the Bible is both an offensive and defensive weapon• Why we need the Holy Spirit to understand God’s Word• Evidence that supports the reliability of the Bible• Practical ways to build a daily Bible-reading rhythm• How to speak truth without weaponizing Scripture against others Scriptures referenced: Ephesians 6:10–17, Hebrews 4:12, Luke 4:1–4, Psalm 119:11, 2 Timothy 3:16, Matthew 23, Matthew 7:7, John 6:63, 2 Peter 1:20–21, Luke 22:50–51, and Matthew 18:15–17. Subscribe or follow The Lauren Turner Podcast for biblical teaching, honest conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for everyday life.

  2. Sep 23

    Are You Trying to Earn God’s Love? The Helmet of Salvation Explained

    Are you living with confidence in your salvation—or still trying to earn God’s love and approval? In this episode of The Lauren Turner Podcast, Lauren explores the Helmet of Salvation and why it is essential to the armor of God. Just as a helmet protects a soldier’s most vulnerable area, the confidence of our salvation protects our minds from condemnation, hopelessness, and the enemy’s lies. Through Ephesians 6:17, the story of the prodigal son, and other powerful passages of Scripture, Lauren explains that salvation is an invitation to accept—not a reward for good behavior. She unpacks what it means to be justified, made new, and continually formed into the likeness of Christ. You’ll also discover how salvation brings deliverance, lasting hope, and joy that doesn’t depend on your circumstances. No matter your past or how far you believe you have wandered, the Father’s arms remain open. It’s time to stop striving, accept what Jesus has already accomplished, and live with the confidence that you are forgiven, covered, and secure in Him. Subscribe or follow The Lauren Turner Podcast for biblical devotions, honest conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for everyday life.

  3. Sep 10

    How to Trust God When You Don’t Understand | The Shield of Faith

    How do you keep trusting God when what you're experiencing doesn't look anything like what He promised? In Ephesians 6, Paul tells us to take up the shield of faith—a piece of the Armor of God designed to extinguish the fiery arrows of the enemy. But what does that actually look like when you're facing fear, doubt, temptation, disappointment, or circumstances you simply don't understand? In this episode, Lauren explores what biblical faith really means and why our faith ultimately rests not in our ability to believe perfectly, but in the unchanging trustworthiness of God. Lauren also shares a deeply personal story from the beginning of her marriage. After believing the Lord had told her that Sean would not deploy, she watched him receive deployment orders, married him just days before he left, and found herself wrestling with anger, confusion, and whether she could still trust what God had said. What followed became a defining lesson in her journey of faith: God remains faithful even when our own faith falters. Through Abraham's faith, the father's cry of "I believe; help my unbelief," and Paul's picture of the Roman shield, Lauren unpacks how faith protects us from the lies, accusations, fear, and discouragement of the enemy. In this episode:• What the shield of faith represents in the Armor of God  • What biblical faith actually means  • How faith extinguishes the "fiery darts" of the enemy  • How to trust God when circumstances don't make sense  • What to do when you're struggling with doubt and unbelief  • Why God's faithfulness isn't dependent on the strength of your faith  • How Scripture helps expose the enemy's lies  • Why we need other believers when our own faith is weak  • What Abraham teaches us about believing God before seeing the promise  • How to keep clinging to God when you don't understand what He's doing Faith isn't pretending that you never doubt. It isn't ignoring difficult circumstances or forcing yourself to feel certain. Faith says, "Lord, even when I don't see it, I know You're working. I trust Your character and Your heart even when I don't understand. I'm choosing to stay submitted and keep clinging to You." And when your prayer is simply, "I believe; help my unbelief," Jesus meets you there too. 📖 SCRIPTURES DISCUSSED Ephesians 6:10–20  Hebrews 11:1  Matthew 4:3–4  Revelation 12:11  Romans 4:16–24  Luke 5:18–20  Acts 9:8–19  Proverbs 27:17  Mark 9:20–25 Subscribe to The Lauren Turner Podcast for conversations and biblical teaching about faith, family, purpose, and learning to walk boldly with God. #ShieldOfFaith #ArmorOfGod #TrustGod #Faith #SpiritualWarfare

  4. Aug 30

    How to Protect Your Heart in Spiritual Warfare | The Armor of God

    How do you protect your heart in the middle of spiritual warfare? In Ephesians 6, Paul tells believers to put on the full Armor of God—including the breastplate of righteousness and the shoes of the gospel of peace. Follow along with this episode and go deeper with the Righteousness & Peace Worksheet. In this teaching, Lauren explores what those two pieces of spiritual armor actually mean and how we can put them on in everyday life. The breastplate protected a soldier's most vital organs—especially the heart. In the same way, God's righteousness protects us from guilt, shame, condemnation, compromise, and the accusations of the enemy. But this isn't about trying harder to "be good." Our righteousness begins with what Jesus has already done for us and then transforms the way we live. Lauren also unpacks the shoes of peace and why the gospel gives us the ability to remain grounded, prepared, and secure—even in the middle of a spiritual battle. In this conversation, you'll learn: • What the breastplate of righteousness represents• The difference between imputed and imparted righteousness• How righteousness protects your heart from spiritual attack• Why righteous living isn't the same as self-righteousness• What the "shoes of peace" mean in Ephesians 6• How salvation gives us peace with God• Why peace doesn't mean passivity• How to remain spiritually alert, prepared, and grounded in Christ The Armor of God isn't something we manufacture through our own strength. It belongs to God, and He gives it to us so that we can stand firm against the schemes of the enemy. This week, ask the Lord to show you what it means to put on the breastplate of righteousness and walk in the shoes of peace. Invite Him to expose areas of your heart, mind, and actions that aren't aligned with Him—and ask Him to teach you how to rest securely in what Jesus has already accomplished. 📖 SCRIPTURES DISCUSSEDEphesians 6:10–20Isaiah 59:17Proverbs 4:232 Corinthians 5:21Matthew 5:6Matthew 6:33Proverbs 24:16Deuteronomy 5:33Psalm 37:25Romans 3:10, 23Ephesians 6:15Acts 10:36Colossians 1:21–22Matthew 5:91 Thessalonians 5:6Proverbs 3:5–6Romans 15:13 Subscribe to The Lauren Turner Podcast for conversations about faith, family, purpose, and learning to walk boldly with God. #ArmorOfGod #SpiritualWarfare #BreastplateOfRighteousness #Ephesians6 #ChristianPodcast

  5. Aug 5

    Episode 2: The Belt of Truth — Standing Firm in God’s Word

    In Episode 2 of The Lauren Turner Podcast, Lauren begins exploring the armor of God by focusing on the Belt of Truth. She shares why followers of Jesus must remain alert and sober-minded, recognize the reality of spiritual warfare, and avoid entering the battle unprepared. Drawing from Luke 14:25–35, Lauren discusses what it means to count the cost of following Jesus. She also explains how an ancient soldier’s belt secured his clothing, supported his weapons, and prepared him to move effectively—and how God’s truth provides that same essential foundation in our spiritual lives. In a world where truth is often treated as relative, how can we stand firmly on the absolute truth of God’s Word? Lauren offers practical encouragement for putting on the Belt of Truth by reading Scripture, meditating on it, and using it to confront the enemy’s lies. When lies threaten to distort your identity or trip you up, return to what Scripture says about who you are. God’s truth prepares, protects, and equips you to stand firm. Subscribe or follow The Lauren Turner Podcast for biblical devotions, honest conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for everyday life.

  6. Jul 24

    Prayer Strategies I Wish I Had Learned Sooner | Lauren Turner

    Welcome to the very first episode of The Lauren Turner Podcast! Follow along and go deeper with Lauren’s show notes. In this episode, Lauren shares practical prayer strategies, biblical wisdom, and meaningful lessons God has taught her through different seasons of life. Whether you are seeking direction, growing in your faith, or simply needing encouragement, this conversation will help you approach prayer with greater purpose and confidence. Join Lauren as she reflects on the power of prayer, the importance of seeking God’s wisdom, and the truths that have shaped her journey. Subscribe or follow The Lauren Turner Podcast for biblical devotions, honest conversations, and faith-filled encouragement for everyday life.

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The Lauren Turner Podcast is a faith-filled space for women seeking biblical encouragement, practical wisdom, and a deeper relationship with God. Each episode is an invitation to pause, be encouraged, and discover how God’s truth speaks into everyday life.

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  • Creator
    Lauren Turner
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Lauren Turner Productions