In this season opener, I'm sharing the story behind the name The Buttermilk Pie Podcast and the heart behind this new season-encouraging women in the Lord through simple, honest truths. I’m sharing my plans for February, the themes we’ll walk through each week, and a re‑introduction to my “why” — encouraging women in the Lord.

I talk about the first time I ever made a buttermilk pie, even though I hated buttermilk and was sure it would taste terrible. But curiosity (and the joy I saw in others) nudged me to try it. To my surprise, it was the easiest recipe I’d ever made… and absolutely delicious. That little pie became a picture of the Gospel for me: we often assume the things of the Lord are too hard, too sour, or too full of rules — until we finally “taste and see” that He is good. Salvation is simple, sweet, and far better than we expect.

I also share a personal piece of my story: the traumatic birth of my son, and how the Lord gave me Romans 8:28 in the middle of it. He took the good, the bad, the sweet, and the sour, placed them in the heat of trial, and brought something beautiful out of it — something only He could do.

If you’re new here, this episode is the perfect place to start. Pull up a chair, pour a cup of coffee, and let’s talk about the God who works all things together for good.

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In this episode of the Buttermilk Pie Podcast, we dive into the most popular topic suggested by you all: How to get started with Bible reading. Whether you're new to the Bible or looking to build a consistent habit, this episode covers it all. I’ll share why Bible reading is so important and how it can transform your life, along with practical tips to help you start your journey. Plus, I'll introduce some free resources that will help guide you along the way, including Bible plans, trackers, and the “Psalms in 30 days” plan mentioned in the episode. All resources are available for free on my page—check it out at beacons.ai/buttermilkpie!

Last year, I had the privilege to speak at a few ladies' meetings and I wanted to revisit those topics and share them here with you all. Listen in and follow me on Instagram! @mrs.edwards.plans