Sisters With Swords

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By: Holly Knight and Janie Burkett

Welcome to Sisters with Swords! We're sisters Holly Knight and Janie Burkett. Join us as we explore God's Word and discover His design for women, as we wield our weapons of warfare on the battlefield of everyday life.

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Ep 134: Holy Hospitality (The Shunnamite Woman)
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Today at 10:00 AM

It is impossible to embarrass Holly and Janie, and you'll find out why on today's episode. And we'll learn about how the Shunnamite woman made room for the miraculous from her story found in 2 Kings 4. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering y...


Ep 133: The Overflow of Obedience (The Prophet's Widow)
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10/20/2026

On today's episode, Holly and Janie reminisce on their days as Church Girls in late-90's youth group and the shenanigans they experienced at youth camp. We also meet a widow in 2 Kings 4:1-7 and find the formula for handling a crisis. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so g...


Ep 132: The Fidelity Phase (Gomer Pt.6)
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10/13/2026

Have any of y'all ever moved across the country with a bunch of little kids? Holly recalls relocating to a new city with her 5 small children and the overwhelming feeling that accompanied it. And it's our last week with Gomer! Her life has taught us so much about God's faithfulness and lovingkindness. We're going to miss our girl!

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like...


Ep 131: Betrothed to the Bridegroom (Gomer Pt.5)
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10/06/2026

Today's the day we remove our masks and show you the depth of our football fandom. We've hidden it from you for 6 seasons and we can no longer stay silent. We deserve a trophy for making it this far without talking about the Denver Broncos. Sorry/not sorry. We'll also see how God restores the supply chain from his throne to Israel's table in the Great Reversal and Restoration of Israel's punishment. Things are looking up for our girl, Gomer!

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk...


Ep 130: Wooed in the Wilderness (Gomer Pt.4)
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09/29/2026

Let's discuss TEXAS HOMECOMING MUMS. Because what do they even mean? And why??? Holly and Janie attempt to explain this tradition, and fail miserably. And we'll take a look at what it means to spend time in the wilderness with God, and why these seasons of isolation can lead to restoration. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your f...


Ep 129: A Holy Hedge (Gomer Pt.3)
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09/22/2026

So often in life, we pray for a "hedge of protection" around our homes, our families, and our belongings. But what happens when that hedge comes with thorns? This is exactly what happened to Gomer. Hopefully by the end of today's lesson, we'll learn to be thankful for the thorns in our hedges. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode w...


Ep 128: My My My (Gomer Pt.2)
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09/15/2026

Whatchall know about Dirty Dillards??? Holly and Janie share their recent shopping experience at the Green Tag Sale. Girls' Trip, anyone? We're back with Gomer today, learning about what happens when we elevate our desires above God's provision. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, a...


Ep 127: A Wayward Wife (Gomer Pt.1)
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09/08/2026

We're starting a 3-week deep dive into the life of Gomer found in the book of Hosea! Gomer was a real person, but her life also represented a real problem...Israel's unfaithfulness to the Lord. We'll see how her story is woven through several other lessons we've previously learned. (Hello, Jezebel!) Also, does anybody have a baby Holly can cuddle?

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon...


Season 6 Trailer
09/01/2026

We've fired up the podcast studio for SEASON 6. We've missed you ladies!!! Let's catch up! Holly and Janie fill you in on their crazy summers and what we can look forward to this Fall. We've got a great season ahead!

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for...


Ep 126 with Our Mom - Kathy Allen Boobar
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05/07/2026

It's Mother's Day Week and we've got the mother of all episodes. Y'all asked for it and we delivered: an interview with our mom, Kathy Allen Boobar! Grab your tissues...you're gonna laugh and you're gonna cry. There's no one like our momma!

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are...


Ep 125: Proverbs 31:31
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05/05/2026

We've made it to the end of Proverbs 31! Can you believe it??? On today's episode, Holly and Janie share their Mother's Day plans and look forward to a summer of fun. And we learn what it means get receive the rewards of our labor and for our works to praise us at the city gates. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share t...


Ep 124 with Miss America 2007 Lauren Nelson Faram
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04/30/2026

THERE SHE IS...MISS AMERICA 2007 Lauren Nelson Faram!!! We have a legit ICON on the pod today. Lauren and Janie competed at Miss America together and share the funnest pageant stories and memories. And she is the perfect person to discuss Proverbs 31:30...charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon...


Ep 123: Proverbs 31:30
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04/28/2026

We're all trauma bonding over bad experiences at the DMV and gynecologist on today's episode and it's not for the faint of heart. And Proverbs tells us that "charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting," but are we allowed to care about how we look? Is it okay to value beauty? Listen in as we discuss!

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and...


Ep 122 with Speaker/Recording Artist Janice Gaines
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04/23/2026

We're so thrilled to introduce y'all to Janice Gaines today! She will be your immediate BFF. Janice is a gospel music recording artist, worship leader, Bible teacher, and featured speaker on TBN's Better Together program. Go follow her on Instagram @janicegaines and check out her website www.janicegaines.com for links to her music and encouraging teaching! 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, a...


Ep 121: Proverbs 31:29
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04/21/2026

AI is taking over the world and the sisters are here for it. Janie discusses how she uses AI to assist her at her new job and Holly doesn't understand any of it. We also take a look at Proverbs 31:29 and find out that "surpassing them all" isn't a call to competition, but to community and collaboration.

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe...


Ep 120 with Author/Speaker Lisa Clark
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04/16/2026

Parenting Guru Lisa Clark joins us on the pod today and gives us so much hope! Apparently our children "rising up and calling us blessed" is a possibility? Who knew?! 

Grab a copy of Lisa's parenting book "Raising Sinners" and get more information on her ministry called "A Table for the Ages" by visiting her website www.lisaclarkspeaks.com. And follow her on Instagram for weekly encouragement! @lisaeclark 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found he...


Ep 119: Proverbs 31:28
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04/14/2026

Her children rise up and call her blessed??? God help us! Proverbs 31:28 may seem like a pipe dream...especially for those of us with kids still in the house and underfoot. Holly and Janie talk about what this means to them and how they can work towards this goal. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and f...


Ep 118 with Pastor Kaci Stewart
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04/09/2026

Kaci Stewart is a shepherd, worship leader, recording artist, and pastors the thriving City Life Church in Tampa, FL alongside her husband Tony. She has a wealth of wisdom and is one of the most beautiful people (inside and out!) that you will ever meet. We're so thrilled to have her on the pod today!

Go follow Kaci on Instagram @kacistewart  and check out kacistewart.com for links to her music and sermons! 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Br...


Ep 117: Proverbs 31:27
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04/07/2026

Are we Chili's fans now? On today's episode, Holly shares a recently experience she had at Chili's in Arizona, and let's just say that skillet queso hits every time. We take a look at Proverbs 31:27 and what it means to watch over the activities of our households and never be idle. (Fun fact: we'd love to be idle.)

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like...


Ep 116 with Author Dr. Laura Sanger
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04/02/2026

We have one of our favorites on the pod today! Dr. Laura Sanger is a clinical psychologist, theologian, and author of incredible books such as The Roots of the Federal Reserve, Generation Hoodwinked, and Giant Slayers. She is also a recurring guest on one of our favorite podcasts, Blurry Creatures. She epitomizes Proverbs 31:26!

Go check out Dr. Laura's website for more information on her ministry and to purchase her books! https://nolongerenslaved.com/

And listen to our favorite Blurry Creatures episode featuring Dr. Laura here! 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Ho...


Ep 115: Proverbs 31:26
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03/31/2026

On today's episode, Holly shares about surviving her trip to Albuquerque, Janie spills all the Spring Break tea, and we learn about what it means to have loving or faithful instruction in our mouths. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering you o...


Ep 114 with Recording Artist Janna Long
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03/26/2026

We're TESTIFYING TO LOVE today with Christian recording artist Janna Long! Janna is a founding member of Avalon, one of the most popular CCM groups in modern history and Holly tries not to lose her cool this entire interview. Listen in as they discuss all things Proverbs 31:25.

Go follow Janna and Avalon on Instagram! @jannalongmusic @avalonthegroup 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, s...


Ep 113: Proverbs 31:25
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03/24/2026

Holly has a big weekend coming up and needs all the prayer she can get. The Proverbs 31 woman can laugh at the time to come, but Holly ain't laughing. Send thoughts and prayers and all the Febreeze our way.

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you...


Ep 112 with Podcast Queen Angie Elkins
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03/19/2026

We are so excited to introduce y'all to one of our favorite people on the planet - Angie Elkins. Angie is the Director of the Lifeway Podcast Network, a gift teacher, a pastor's wife, and our favorite cheerleader. The story of how she became friends with Holly is something only God could do. You're going to love this conversation.

Go follow Angie on Instagram @angiebrownelkins and listen to her Lifeway Women's Podcast, Marked!  

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, B...


Ep 111: Proverbs 31:24
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03/17/2026

How have we made it to episode 111 and not talked about Janie's nightmare wedding day??? Grab your popcorn and a Chick-fil-A tea and BUCKLE UP. We also discover an amazing twist hidden in Proverbs 31:24. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering you o...


Ep 110 with Dude Perfect Wife Bethany Toney
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03/12/2026

Dudette Perfect! Listen in on the sisters' hilarious conversation with Bethany Toney, wife of Dude Perfect front man Tyler Toney. Literally...her husband is known at the city gates. We talk to Bethany about overcoming resentment for being "stuck" at home while her husband travels the world and some practical ways she and Tyler transformed their marriage into a healthy, collaborative relationship. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience o...


Ep 110 with Dude Perfect Wife Bethany Toney
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03/12/2026

Dudette Perfect! Listen in on the sisters' hilarious conversation with Bethany Toney, wife of Dude Perfect front man Tyler Toney. Literally...her husband is known at the city gates. We talk to Bethany about overcoming resentment for being "stuck" at home while her husband travels the world and some practical ways she and Tyler transformed their marriage into a healthy, collaborative relationship. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience o...


Ep 109: Proverbs 31:23
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03/10/2026

The sisters are getting caught up on their weekend shenanigans and taking a deep dive into Proverbs 31:23 and what it means for our hubsands to be known at the city gates!

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering you on as you...


Ep 108 with Author/Stylist Dr. Tracy Conner
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03/05/2026

Much like the Proverbs 31 Woman, Dr. Tracy Conner wears many hats! She is a professor, a linguist, a fitness instructor, a worshiper, and a stylist...and we discuss it ALL in today's episode. You're going to fall in love with Tracy, just like we have. Go follow her on Instagram, visit her website, and check out her e-book!

Website: www.drconner.com

Instagram: @ask.drconner 

E-book: The Color Code

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, B...


Ep 107: Proverbs 31:22
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03/03/2026

On today's episode, Holly and Janie try their best to offend every listener they've ever had. Congratulations to everyone who makes it to the end of this podcast. We also take a look at Proverbs 31:22 and discuss the importance of bed coverings. Then Janie finds a way to offend us all again. We're mentally unwell but at least we know how to laugh. :)

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn...


Ep 106 with Recording Artist TaRanda Greene
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02/26/2026

This one's a fun one! Holly sits down with one of her besties, Gospel Music Recording Artist, TaRanda Greene. TaRanda is a Dove Award-winning, Grammy-winning singer who has graced stages such as Carnegie Hall and The Kennedy Center. Apart from being a world-renowned artist, TaRanda has one of the most incredible testimonies you'll ever hear and we're so honored to have her share it with us today. She is the embodiment of Proverbs 31:21. You will want to follow her and add her music to your regular rotation! Visit her website for tour dates and go see her LIVE if...


Ep 105: Proverbs 31:21
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02/24/2026

On today's episode, Holly and Janie lament over Texas snow days and how nobody knows how to handle them. We also take a look at Proverbs 31:21. What does it mean to be "double clothed?" Our Prov31Woman was ready for the snow!

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so...


Ep 104 with Dir. of Justice Reform Chuck Reyes
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02/19/2026

We're interviewing our first man in our Proverbs 31 Woman series! Chuck Reyes is the Director of The Justice Reform based in Ft. Worth, TX. This ministry is building a house that will provide treatment, care, education, counseling and safety for women rescued from human trafficking. THIS is what it looks like to "extend your hands to the needy!" 

For more information about The Justice Reform and details about how you can get involved, text "JUSTICE" to 59090 or visit their website www.thejusticereform.com. 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by...


Ep 103: Proverbs 31:20
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02/17/2026

We're kicking off Season 5 with a fun one! Holly and Janie reminisce on their days of drive-by vandalism in high school. And we dig into Proverbs 31:20 and find out what it means to extend our hands to the poor. (It's bigger than you think!)

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We...


Season 5 Trailer
02/10/2026

We're kicking off Season 5!!! Can you believe it???? Get caught up with Holly and Janie on the latest and greatest in their lives and hear a little taste of what's to come this season. We're so happy to be back with you!

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so...


Ep 102 with Teacher/Speaker Danis Bush
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11/27/2025

It's our LAST EPISODE of Season 4 and we're going out with a BANG. Danis Bush is a well-versed Bible teacher who has spent years discipling women and teens. Not only is she one of the funniest people you'll ever meet, she is also a deep well of wisdom and KNOWS HER BIBLE. You're going to love this conversation!

Go follow Danis on Instagram! @danisgodiva 


Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. Y...


Ep 101: Proverbs 31:19
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11/25/2025

It's Thanksgiving week! Holly and Janie discuss their holiday menu and debate a few controversial dishes. And you're going to learn more about spinning staffs and spindles that you ever cared to know.

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering you on...


Ep 100 with Neora President Amber Rourke
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11/20/2025

It's our 100th episode!!! We've got a real life Boss Babe on the pod today! Amber Rourke is the President and Co-founder of Neora International, a global skincare, health, and wellness brand...AND she's our friend! We dig deep into what it means to live out your faith while running a massive business, and Amber gives us insight into how she balances marriage, motherhood, and work.

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find...


Ep 99: Proverbs 31:18
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11/18/2025

Holly's on a roll today. Listen in as she laments the craziness of the season and gives your her top 10 all-time Christmas movies. #1 is not up for debate. And what does it mean to keep your lamp burning all night long? We'll find out together as we study Proverbs 31:18! 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and f...


Ep 98 with Prophet Melissa Gabler
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11/13/2025

We've got a prophet on the pod today! Y'all are going to LOVE hearing from Melissa Gabler. She is full of wisdom and God's Word! We talk about what it looks like to draw on our strength in everyday life and reveal that our arms are strong.

Go follow Melissa on Instagram! @Melissa_gabler 

Sisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! Please like, subscribe, and s...