The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 031 — How Wives Shape Ministry
Welcome to Episode 31 of The Thinklings Podcast!
In this episode, the Thinklings reflect on an important question: How has your wife impacted your ministry? With both personal stories and prerecorded contributions from Dr. Jeff Newman, Dr. Doug Brown, and Dr. Kevin Bauder, the conversation highlights the essential role of godly wives in ministry — from practical support to spiritual encouragement, from hospitality to wisdom and prayer.
The Thinklings also take time to balance the discussion, reminding listeners that singleness is equally a God-honoring path in ministry. Both marriage and singleness can be stewarded for Christ’s glory, and Scripture provides examples of faithfulness in both.
Thanks for tuning in to this week’s conversation!
Books & Business
When the Ape Outgrows His Trousers — Paper by Thinkling Charlie
The Making of an Atheist — Thinkling Tim (rated 9/10)
The Things of Earth — Joe Rigney (started by Thinkling Andy)
The Lord of the Rings (read aloud to children) — Thinkling Josh
Various studies in the Song of Songs — Thinkling Little
Main Content
How wives provide support in unseen ways: managing households, freeing husbands to serve, and offering spiritual partnership.
Wives as encouragers: helping ministers persevere through discouragement, offering honest feedback, and modeling godliness.
The balance of singleness: a reminder that single men and women can fully serve the Lord, with examples from Scripture and ministry.
Guest perspectives: Dr. Newman, Dr. Brown, and Dr. Bauder share surprising and heartfelt testimonies of their wives’ impact on ministry.
