Debra Winrich

Lover of God but prone to wander. Lover of my spouse and those we begat and those they begat - Host of the 1517 podcast Soul of Christianity

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

@SoMuchBloodJoe I
Love alliterative statements

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

He will be sorely missed- mentor and teacher and father to
Many @rodrosenbladt

[Soul of Christianity @SOCpod]

We are honoring and mourning the passing of Dr. Rod Rosenbladt. Here’s an interview from the first season of the podcast in 2018 wherein we talked about the clause in the Apostle’s Creed: I believe in Jesus Christ his only begotten son. His favorite topic: Jesus and the forgiveness of sins

https://t.co/N8IdJobSeO

[Chad Bird @birdchadlouis]

Let me tell you a story.

It is 2016, 4 AM. My alarm goes off. I walk from the bedroom into the kitchen, pour a cup of strong coffee, and go back to my garage, where my study is. There, at my computer, for another two or three hours, I write. One day a week I podcast. Then, around 7:30 AM it’s off to my job at Southeastern Freight Lines. I am a truck driver. I deliver and pick up freight in an industrial section of San Antonio.

I write books, I drive a semi.
I podcast, I push pallets.

Over time, when speaking opportunities increased, it seemed like I had two jobs, working 70-75 hours a week. I was happy but, truth be told, really exhausted.

To some of you who have been reading my writings for years, this is no surprise. But to many of you, I am a new voice. You are still getting to know me.

I drove in the oil and gas fields of the Texas panhandle for about 3 years, then in the freight industry for almost 10 years. It was a great job. I worked with great people. But the last time I drove a truck was four years ago, in November 2019.

What changed?

What changed was a gift from God: instead of having two jobs, I could have just one. Doing what I love. Serving all of you. The job offer was to be a Scholar in Residence for the nonprofit 1517, whose mission is to declare and defend the Good News that we are forgiven and free on account of Christ alone. Before I had been a truck driver, I was a pastor then a seminary professor who taught Hebrew and classes in the Bible, especially the Old Testament. This position with 1517 would enable me to use those gifts and draw on that experience.

Because of the Lord’s gift of my position at 1517, I am able to:
-Speak on the Scriptures around the country
-Cohost two weekly podcasts (“40 Minutes in the Old Testament” and “Hidden Streams”)
-Produce daily videos
-Write books
-Teach 1517 Academy classes

In other words, through 1517 God has enabled me to teach the Bible with an Old Testament accent, to give hope to others by giving them Jesus, to share with others the Good News that has sustained me through some of my most trying times in life, especially these last two years. I am beyond grateful.

Today is Giving Tuesday, which is a very important day for nonprofits like 1517. Our very existence is based on support from generous donors. My wife and I will be giving back to the organization that has given so much to us. And we ask, as much as you are able, to join us. If you have been blessed by my work, know that it is possible because of 1517. So please consider giving, that the good work we do might continue and expand its reach. Thank you!

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[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

#Barbie is inescapable right now.

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

Yes, a lovely and challenging conversation!

[Soul of Christianity @SOCpod]

What a joy it was to speak to Dr. Steven Hein on the Christian Life. It’s not about you. He explains it in his book, Christian Life, Cross or Glory. Ep 5 out now.

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

Great chat with my pal and extra spawn @danemeryprice on @SOCpod

[Soul of Christianity @SOCpod]

This recent season I talked to my extra spawn @danemeryprice (co host of 30 minutes in the NT for @1517 ) We talked about the Christian life in the New Testament

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

It was a delight!

[Soul of Christianity @SOCpod]

I had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Paul Zahl this season on his book Grace in Practice. How does it play out in our everyday lives?

https://t.co/KxEzlv9krv

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

I’m privileged to host this cast. Season 5 is live.

[Soul of Christianity @SOCpod]

https://t.co/xqTeme6noP
Episode one is live

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

@garonnevik Is this now a group?

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

@garonnevik How do you expect us to sleep hearing this?!

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

@garonnevik I’m convinced, Gretchen, you live on another planet

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

If you give on #GivingTuesday consider this group. They are my people and I love everything they do.

[1517 @1517]

It's #Givingtuesday! Kick off the day early and support 1517 by making a gift now. Every gift made today will be matched dollar for dollar. Visit https://t.co/7Zqy6DiWGt and join us!

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

Join us!

[Soul of Christianity @SOCpod]

Hey, if you were at #HWSS22 @1517 and enjoyed the talk by @dan_vanvoorhis and you also love his @almanacpodcast join us Oct 29 & 30 in Corona Del Mar (2900 Pacific View Dr)

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

Thanks, Dave Zahl of @mockingbirdmin Teaching the church through #dadmemes #lowanthropology

[1517 @1517]

"The lower your anthropology the higher your Christology" -Dave Zahl #HWSS22

[1517 @1517]

Happy National Non-Profit Day! Our mission is 'To declare and defend the Good News that we are forgiven and free on account of Christ alone.' Thank you for your continued support!
#nationalnonprofitday #nationalnonprofitday2022 #nonprofitday #nonprofits

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

I host a podcast called @SOCpod on this fab network. Check all we have to offer. There’s something for everyone!

[1517 @1517]

This week we’re celebrating our Podcast Network! Join us we recognize our network shows and their dedicated hosts. Learn more at https://t.co/IfOf6cLAMI

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

@holland_tom A thread that has unfortunately raveled. I used to teach a high school class at my church and I would use said phrases and would only see blank stares as a response. This was the early 00’s.

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

I loved interviewing this gal. A beautiful story of God’s goodness

[Soul of Christianity @SOCpod]

Ep 7 of the current season with Michelle Bates is a beautiful interview about the goodness of God in the midst of the awful things that can befall us in life. #jesusisenough

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

Season 4 is out of @SOCpod - The tough questions concerning Christianity

[1517 @1517]

Season 4 of the Soul of Christianity Podcast is out now.
@SOCpod
https://t.co/YV645shEUb

[Debra Winrich @RELUCTANTQUEEN]

I loved this! Sigh of relief.

[1517 @1517]

“Holiness is not so much about what you do or don’t do, but about proximity to Jesus, the Holy Gift of God.” -Chad Bird #HWSSNWA2022 @birdchadlouis