Allyson Howell (Todd)

Allyson Howell (Todd) is a Communications Associate for the Patients' Rights Action Fund. She holds an undergraduate degree in Christian Ministry and Humanities at Spurgeon College and a Master of Divinity from Midwestern Seminary. Allyson is a member and the deacon of Women's Ministry at Wornall Road Baptist Church in Kansas City, MO where she lives with her husband, Randy.

Apr 4

When “I” Becomes “We” by Allyson Howell (Todd)

I pray whatever God is calling you to abandon for His sake, whatever desires you hold to tightly, whatever wants or preferences He asks you to change, you can offer them up to your trustworthy Father today.

Jan 11

Taking the Gospel to the World’s Hard Places by Allyson Howell (Todd)

Every obedient believer knows what it is to ask, ‘Can anything good come from this?’ The path to the throne room of Jesus is stained with blood, smells like sweat, and tastes like tears.

Oct 20

What If Beauty Doesn’t Last Forever? by Allyson Howell (Todd)

It’s hard to trust beautiful things with tragedy lurking around the corner.

Aug 23

Guilt and Grace Met Together: A Reflection on Jack by Marilynne Robinson by Allyson Howell (Todd)

Series: The Lord and Literature

If grace gives a kind word or a gentle smile, we would certainly be smitten. But if grace did something more, something unheard of, we would certainly be in love. 

Jul 19

Lament For The Man In The Mugshot by Allyson Howell (Todd)

If our eyes are fixed forward on the promise of eternity, we can both mourn and have hope.

May 17

The Holy Spirit Changes Everything by Allyson Howell (Todd)

Do I believe that the Holy Spirit can overcome any sin, heal any wound, or provide any strength that you and I might need?

Apr 5

He is Risen – Now What? by Allyson Howell (Todd)

The fact that Jesus rose from the grave is the easiest and most simple answer to our most difficult and complex questions in life.

Mar 24

Friendship Costs Considerably But Blesses Infinitely by Allyson Howell (Todd)

The blessing of friendship on this earth points to the eternal blessing of communion with God and His people forevermore.

Feb 17

Less About The Fence, More About The Playground: Female Ambition and Complementarian Culture by Allyson Howell (Todd)

What joy and goodness wait for the church when women are encouraged to sprint full-force into the playground where they can use their gifts in any and every way possible.

Jan 25

The Light of Weakness by Allyson Howell (Todd)

Even if we momentarily have strength that surpasses all others, we are sure to face a reckoning of weakening.