Sisters With Swords

Sisters With Swords

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.

Episodes

May 20, 2025 72 mins

We're finishing up our Modern-Day Mordecais Series with one of our favorite people, Michael Bethany! Michael is an incredible worship leader, gospel music recording artist, songwriter, podcaster, and author. On today's episode, we go into detail about how Michael is standing in the gap for the MEN of this generation. He's in the trenches with our brothers and is leading them to freedom. Go follow Michael on Instagram...

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We're continuing our series "Modern-Day Mordecais" where we highlight men who are standing in the gap for their sisters in Christ. Today, we sit down with Anti-Human Trafficking activist Jaco Booyens. He shares his story of how trafficking personally affected his family and gives us action steps as to how we can get involved and be proactive regarding this highly important issue. We strongly encourage you to share th...

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On our second installment of "Modern-Day Mordecais," Holly and Janie sit down with Texas State Representative for District 65, Mitch Little. Mitch is a strong believer who is currently serving in his freshman session in Austin. Among many other impactful platforms, Mitch is on the forefront of protecting sexual abuse survivors and standing up for the vulnerable. He is committed to being a light in the midst of a very dark...

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Today, we're kicking off our 4-part series called "Modern-Day Mordecais" where we highlight some of our favorite MEN who are laboring alongside their sisters in Christ, pushing all of us into our God-given destinies. Our first interview is with our beloved friend, Pastor Mike Hayes, founder of Covenant Church in Carrollton, TX, and author of multiple books, including the newly released "Real Happy." For dec...

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April 24, 2025 30 mins

Join Janie as she takes us on a deep dive through Galatians 2:18-21. We'll learn what it truly means to crucify our flesh and live the Spirit-filled life!

Scripture Memory Begins at 27:58

Bible Verses Referenced:

Galatians 2:18-21

Acts 15:39-40

Acts 10:47-48

Galatians 2:11-14

Joshua 6:26

1 Kings 16:34

John 5:45

Leviticus 19:19

Romans 7:7

Luke 22:39-44

Ephesians 2:6

Hebrews 2:11

Romans 8:17

Galatians 4:7

"I Surrender All" by Bradley K...

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April 22, 2025 77 mins

On today's episode, Holly takes us through the names of Haman's 10 sons. Each son's name represents a part of our flesh that must be crucified in order to live a Spirit-filled life to the fullest!

Bible Verses Referenced:

Esther 9:5-10

Galatians 5:24

Galatians 2:20

Colossians 2:20-23

Matthew 15:1-3

Ephesians 4:29

James 1:26

Proverbs 18:8

Proverbs 12:22

Colossians 3:9-10

Ephesians 4:25

Ephesians 2:8-9

Psalm 127:1-2

Ephesians 2:10

Phi...

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April 10, 2025 40 mins

In today's episode, Janie takes us through 1 Corinthians 9:24-27. Paul teaches us how to run our race to win. We can be faithful to finish just like Esther!

Scripture Memory Begins at 37:55

Bible Verses Referenced:

1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Jeremiah 12:5

Hebrews 12:1

John 20:4

Isaiah 50:7

Galatians 5:22-23

Hebrews 12:11

1 Timothy 4:7-8

Philippians 2:16

Galatians 2:2

Isaiah 30:21

2 Timothy 2:5

1 Corinthians 10:1-11

Deuteronomy 5:7-10

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Today, we wrap up the book of Esther! What an incredible journey it's been! We learn about God is the Master Orchestrator of our lives and that His heart can be trusted even when we can't see His hand.

Bible Verses Referenced:

Esther 9:1-32

Jeremiah 30:16

Matthew 11:28

Esther 10:1-3

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April 3, 2025 31 mins

On today's episode, Janie takes us through Titus 1:1-3 and shows us how Paul recognized God timing...both Chronos and kairos. 

Scripture Memory begins at 30:00

Bible Verses Referenced:

Titus 1:1-3

Ephesians 4:11-13

Exodus 21:2-6

John 10:9

John 8:31-32

John 14:6

Hosea 4:1

Genesis 1:14

"At The Cross" by Bradley Knight

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Today, we're flying through Esther chapters 7 and 8. Holly explains the difference between "Chronos" and "Kairos." God invented time, but he is not constrained by time. He can do anything He wants at any moment! 

Bible Verses Referenced:

Esther 7:1-10

Galatians 6:7-8

Job 4:8-9

Obadiah 1:15

Proverbs 11:8

Esther 8:1-17

1 Peter 5:6

Acts 3:19-21

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March 27, 2025 32 mins

Join Janie as she takes on a deep dive of a familiar scripture, Jeremiah 29:11-14. She shows us the special connection this passage has with Esther and Mordecai!

Scripture Memory Begins at 29:38

Bible Verses Referenced:

Jeremiah 29:11-14

Jeremiah 6:13-14

Jeremiah 29:4-10

Psalm 35:27

Joshua 2:18

Matthew 6:33

"It Is Well With My Soul" by Bradley Knight

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In today's episode, we learn that God's providential delays are not denials. He's always working in the background, taking care of details that we can't see. His timing is perfect and can be trusted!

Bible Verses Referenced:

Esther 6:1-14

Hebrews 6:10

Proverbs 11:8 

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 ...

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March 20, 2025 39 mins

On today's episode, Janie takes us through Ephesians 4:30-32 and shows us God's prescription for getting rid of malice in our lives. She also gives us the Greek definition for the word "compassion," which will rock your world.

Scripture Memory Begins at 38:02

Bible Verses Referenced:

Ephesians 4:30-32

1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Hebrews 12:15

Exodus 32:19

Romans 2:5

Matthew 12:31

1 Corinthians 5:8

Genesis 6:5-6

Romans 2:4

Matthew...

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March 18, 2025 51 mins

Join Holly as she takes us through Esther chapter 5. The plot thickens and we see Esther begin to step into her calling after consecrating herself to the Lord. So much great insight!

Bible Verses Referenced:

Esther 5:1-14

Proverbs 21:1

1 Corinthians 5:8

Ephesians 4:30-32

Proverbs 5:21-23

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 ...

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March 13, 2025 38 mins

We hope you have your Bibles handy today because we'll be reading the entire thing. Janie's meditation and memorization of Revelation 12:10-11 is incredible!

Scripture Memory Begins at 37:06

Bible Verses Referenced:

Revelation 12:10-11

Acts 4:12

Luke 1:35

Acts 1:8

Matthew 4:17

Matthew 6:33

Matthew 6:10

Matthew 9:35

Matthew 16:19

Ephesians 1:20-21

Job 1:6-12

Zechariah 3:1-5

Hebrews 9:22

John 1:29

Revelation 5:8-10

Leviticus 27:10-11

Hebrews ...

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On today's episode, Holly encourages Janie to have more "Let Them" energy where her kids are concerned. This may be the worst parenting advice in the history of parenting. And we continue our journey through Esther...We see Esther step into her calling, even if it costs her life.

Bible Verses Referenced:

Esther 4:1-17

Jeremiah 31:35-37

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March 6, 2025 22 mins

Today, Janie takes us through memorizing and meditating on just one Bible verse. (Can you believe it???) We take a deep dive into what it means to be righteous!

Scripture Memory Begins at 21:17

Bible Verses Referenced:

Hosea 10:12

Deuteronomy 5:8-10

Romans 10:10

Ephesians 6:14

Revelation 19:8

1 Corinthians 3:9

Jeremiah 4:3

Ezekiel 36:26

Psalm 51:17

James 4:8

Jeremiah 33:3

Psalm 27:8

2 Corinthians 6:2

Isaiah 55:6

Galatians 6:9

Romans 10:11

"God L...

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We're continuing our series in Esther by diving into chapter 3 today! We take a look into some key events in Israel's history that led to the story of Haman and his nefarious actions. Plus, Holly and Janie get a case of the giggles while talking about Janie's spiritual gift of prophetic driver's education. (i.e. Janie is a road rager)

Bible Verses Referenced:

Esther 3:1-15

1 Samuel 15:7-23

Exodus 17:8-16

Proverbs 16:...

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February 27, 2025 35 mins

Join Janie as she takes us through memorizing and meditating on Deuteronomy 28:1-6. We'll dig into the blessings and favor that accompany our obedience!

Scripture Memory Begins at 33:18

Bible Verses Referenced:

Deuteronomy 28:1-6

Matthew 5:17

John 1:1

Hebrews 13:8

Revelation 22:12

Psalm 145:13

Isaiah 40:28

1 Samuel 15:22

Genesis 2:15

Psalm 121:7-8

2 Timothy 4:2

Exodus 34:22-24

Philippians 4:19

Deuteronomy 28:1-14

2 Kings 22:1-2

2 Kings 22:8-11

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In today's episode, we're introduced to the heroes of our story: Esther and Mordecai. Holly takes us through the history of the Israelites returning to Jerusalem from Persia and why Mordecai's presence in Persia was supernatural. Holly also shares more stories about the crazy teenage boys in her house. (Hint: Home Depot and baby bunnies.)

Bible Verses Referenced:

Esther 2:1-14

Ezra 1:1-5

Ezra 4:1-6

Esther 2:15-23

Sisters w...

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