What’s the Bible? Why It Matters That You Read It Yourself

In this episode of Wife, Warrior, Worshiper, Tori sits down to unpack a big, often intimidating topic: What is the Bible really—and why should we read it for ourselves?

She shares her own journey from “I always fall asleep in Leviticus” to developing a deep hunger to read Scripture cover to cover. Tori talks about how few people have actually read the whole Bible, walks through David Pawson’s five probing questions, and explains what the word Bible (“holy books”) means, how it was written over roughly 1,500 years, and who some of the key human authors were.

From there, she gets practical:

• Different ways to read (chronological, by genre, straight through)

• Why translations matter and how she compares NIV, NLT, TPT, etc.

• Why context (who wrote it, to whom, and why) protects us from cherry-picking verses.

Tori also briefly introduces books not included in the 66-book canon—like the Book of Enoch, the Gospel of Mary, and other ancient writings—how she approaches them as helpful background but not Scripture.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the Bible, stuck in “Sunday-only” verses, or unsure where to start, this episode is an invitation to pick up the Word for yourself, find your identity in Christ, and let Scripture shape how you live, suffer, love, and lead.

Suffering has a way of making us question everything—our strength, our purpose, and sometimes even God’s presence. In this episode, Tori talks honestly about what it feels like to walk through seasons of pain, discouragement, and spiritual warfare, and looks at how God meets His people right in the middle of the battle.

We’ll look at the story of Job and Hannah pouring out her heart in the temple, and David’s raw psalms to see that struggle isn’t a sign that God has forgotten us. It’s often the very place where He is closest, refining us, strengthening us, and reminding us that His grace really is sufficient.

If you’re tired, hurting, or just trying to keep going one day at a time, this episode is an invitation to endure with hope and to see suffering through a Kingdom lens.

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In this episode, Tori opens up about her background, some key moments in her testimony, and the heart behind Wife, Warrior, Worshiper so you can get to know the voice behind the mic.

If You’re Struggling with Postpartum Depression or Feeling Overwhelmed

If you are feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, or like you might hurt yourself or your baby, please reach out for help right away. You do not have to walk through this alone.

• Talk to your OB/GYN, midwife, or primary care provider and tell them exactly how you’re feeling.

• If you are in immediate danger or feel like you might hurt yourself, your baby, or someone else, call your local emergency number (911 in the U.S.) or go to the nearest emergency room.

• In the U.S., you can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline any time, day or night.

• For postpartum and perinatal support, you can contact Postpartum Support International (PSI) at 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD) or text “Help” to 800-944-4773 to get connected with support and resources.

Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not failure. You are loved, your life matters, and there is hope and support available for you.

In this episode, Tori explores how much our perspective shapes the way we experience marriage, motherhood, work, and spiritual battles. She shares how shifting from a fear-filled, self-focused lens to a God-centered, Kingdom perspective can change the way we see our circumstances, ourselves, and the people around us. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or discouraged, this conversation is an invitation to ask, “How is God asking me to see this differently?”

In this very first episode, Tori introduces the heart behind Wife, Warrior, Worshiper—a faith-based podcast about perspective, biblical insight, personal growth, and encouragement for women who want to walk closely with God in everyday life.

You’ll hear a bit of Tori’s story, why this podcast exists, and what the name “Wife, Warrior, Worshiper” really means. She shares who this space is for, what you can expect from future episodes, and how she hopes God will use these conversations to strengthen your faith, challenge your perspective, and remind you that you’re not alone in the battle.

If you’ve ever felt called to go deeper with the Lord but unsure where to start, this short introduction is your invitation to come along for the journey.