SPEAKING TOPICS
“She is a dynamic speaker that leaves indelible marks on her audience…painful rib cages from laughter, and mind-searing impressions of being so-dead-on to one’s private dilemmas. Marian has the gift of applying sound Biblical truth to the tender wounds of bleeding hearts. The girl can teach. The girl can relate. And the girl can move a wounded heart to change…through an introduction to Jesus Christ, the Lord and Lover of her soul.”
Marian speaks nationally to women of all ages. Below is a sampling of her speaking topics. She is also happy to prepare a “fresh” word for a specific event.
SEX AND THE CITY UNCOVERED
If you are looking for a real and relevant way to reach this generation Sex and the City Uncovered is it! This series, or stand-alone talk, incorporates clips from the popular television show Sex and the City and uses the questions and longings of the characters to teach Biblical principles. This series is relevant and powerful for both Christians and non-Christians.
HOW TO SURVIVE HEARTBREAK AND OTHER WILDERNESS SKILLS FOR WOMEN
“If God is so good then why do I hurt so bad?” This question and many others will be addressed in this two or four part Bible study about the wilderness seasons of life and how we can not only survive but thrive!
THE LIST: FIGURING OUT PRINCE CHARMING, THE CORNER OFFICE AND HAPPILY EVER AFTER
This series, or stand-alone talk, teaches women of all ages how to truly live life to the fullest in their season of singleness. Like a big sister who has “been there before,” Marian offers vivid teaching and truth to girls asking the question "I'm not in college...I'm not married...now what?"
RADIANT!
This series, or stand-alone talk, teaches women of all ages to live as they were called to live - as radiant lights for Christ. In a culture that seeks to mask our light and beckons us with the glitter of worldliness, living as light can be hard to do. Marian vibrantly teaches God's truth and challenges women to live by it.
THE CURE FOR THE "CRAZY PLACE" - WINNING THE BATTLE FOR YOUR MIND
Do your thoughts ever take you to the "crazy place"? The "crazy place" is when our emotions are out of control and we are living in fear, rebellion, and insecurity. This Bible Study teaches the power of our thoughts and how renewing the mind is the key to walking in victory. The Cure for the "Crazy Place" can be a stand along or three part series.
HEAD OVER HEELS FOR JESUS
In this stand-alone talk Marian shares her testimony of coming from brokenness to wholeness through her passionate love relationship with Jesus Christ.
THE EXTREME MAKEOVER
God is in the transformation business! This series looks at how Jesus transforms us from the inside out.
SINGLE FOR A SEASON OR SINGLE FOR A REASON?
This stand-alone talk asks the very important question, "Are we single for a season or single for a reason?" This talk examines God's purposes in the single season and how to experience joy, contentment and purpose.
ONE PURE AND HOLY PASSION
Purity is more than just sexual abstinence. Purity is to will one thing and encompasses body, mind, soul and spirit. This talk examines the all-consuming passion of a life set apart for God.
TAKING THE LAND!
This survey-style study of Joshua and Ephesians teaches women the keys to walking in victory and claiming their spiritual inheritance in Christ.
THE WORD MADE FLESH
This series of talks from the Gospel of John highlights key moments in the life and ministry of Jesus that reveal His glory as the Word made Flesh.
THE SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE
In this series, Marian teaches women about the Holy Spirit—His purpose, His presence and His power. Women will learn the keys to overcoming the flesh and how to walk by the power of the Holy Spirit.
THE GARDEN, THE TABERNACLE, THE TEMPLE
This stand-alone talk walks listeners through a survey of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Marian unpacks from scripture God’s desire to dwell among His people in relationship and His incredible plan of redemption that makes this desire a reality.
CONQUERING FEAR
Fear of Rejection, Fear of Man, Fear of Failure…many Believers live in captivity to fear and yet God says, “Fear not!” This series teaches women how to conquer fear with faith.
TESTIMONIALS
"Drawing from her vast Biblical knowledge and practical life experience, Marian is a masterful communicator of God's Word. She has the unique ability to build a bridge to her audience and meet women right where they are with the hope and peace that are found in Christ. Marian is vivacious, passionate, and relevant --a speaker that you want to hear again and again!" -Jana Lohse, Director of Women's Ministry, Second Baptist Church Houston
"Marian is an amazing author who speaks relevant truth. She communicates Christ's love in a very real and powerful way." -Jennifer Presswood, Director of High School Girl's Ministry, Second Baptist Church Houston
"Marian speaks to the heart of women. She understands their desires and dreams, but always points them to Jesus Christ and His word." -Kelly King, Women's Missions and Ministries Specialist, Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma
“Girls' Night Out was a huge win for both our schools. The event sparked discussions all across campus. Some girls heard the story of redemption for the first time and others are finding hope in the midst of pain for the first time.” -Mary Karen, Campus Crusade, UNC Charlotte & Lenoir-Rhyne
“Thanks again for coming. I'm being stopped by girls all over campus saying how much the event meant to them and the friends they brought!” -Michelle, Campus Crusade for Christ, North Carolina State University
“Marian has visited U.S.C three times and each event has been incredible. Not only have numerous girls come to know Jesus, but we have seen book clubs form in every sorority on campus and girls are eager to share their faith in Christ with their lost friends.” -Kitty, Campus Crusade for Christ, The University of South Carolina
"You're an amazing speaker, I enjoyed listening to you a lot!! Its been a long time since a speaker has gotten my attention like you did, I'm so glad I got a chance to hear you speak!!!" -Robin, College Student at USC
"I recently attended your Radiant seminar. Honestly I never knew what it meant to be loved by God. I've been very involved with church off and on since I was younger, one youth group to another....but have been disillusioned by it in the past for various reasons. Sure, I knew God loved me, I saw it in Scripture over and over, heard it in sermons, etc. But, the significance of the Cross and His love was never clarified to me before now-- with your help I was able to get past a huge roadblock- you truly have a gift." -Claire, Houston, Texas
"Thank you for sharing your beautiful words last night that God has given to you to talk to girls like me, who sometimes just need to be shaken and know that nothing can be satisfied without Jesus in our lives. I have been reading your book "Wilderness Skills for Women" non-stop since last night. I tell you my highlighter is about gone as far as it could go! Any who, again thank you for your words and giving me the push to really listen to my heart that I know is forever held by God and Jesus." -Megan, College Student, Mississippi
