Allyson Todd

Allyson Todd is an associate editor and intern for women’s initiatives at For The Church. She holds an undergrad degree from Spurgeon College, a dual major in Christian Ministry (missions emphasis) and Humanities. She also holds a Masters of Divinity at Midwestern Seminary where she works full time as the Assistant Director of Events for Student Life. Allyson is a member and the deacon of Women's Ministry at Wornall Road Baptist Church in Kansas City, MO. Her ultimate desire is to continue learning more about the Word of God and equipping women to make disciples. You can follow her on Twitter at @_allysontodd.

Feb 17

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

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

Dec 21

Ye, Beneath Life’s Crushing Load by Allyson Todd

The Incarnation sounds the trumpet of our desperate need for a Savior acquainted with grief.

Nov 16

Life is Fleeting, God is Forever by Allyson Todd

Though we are not promised ease of life as we look forward to 2021, we are promised eternal life that gives enduring hope.

Oct 19

Intellectual Disabilities and The Church by Allyson Todd

The church would look more like heaven if those with intellectual disabilities were fully integrated in the life and ministry of the church.

Sep 21

The Siblinghood of the Saints by Allyson Todd

We do not exist to be used by one another but rather loved by one another.

Aug 24

Consider The Grasshoppers of The Earth by Allyson Todd

If God, who fashioned every creature together with His very words, knows and cares about the lowest portion of the animal kingdom, what does that mean for you and me?

Jul 15

Dying to Live: Lilias Trotter’s Parables of the Cross by Allyson Todd

Are you willing to lose your life so that someone else could find their life in Jesus?

Jun 22

Worthy: A Book Review by Allyson Todd

Series: Book Reviews

Worthy caused me to be thankful for pastors, brothers, bosses, coworkers, friends, mentors, family members, and those who champion me on social media who I barely know! God is at work within His church. 

Jun 10

Calling My Prejudice By Its Name by Allyson Todd

I could never ask my African American brothers and sisters to trust that I will fight against systemic racism if I don’t first confess that I have sinned against them, and ultimately against the Lord.