In this episode of Anchored by the Sword, I’m joined by Naomi Overton—CEO, author, and general editor of Every Woman’s Bible. Naomi’s heart for people shines through every word as she shares her powerful journey of growing up serving in the orphanages of Tijuana, Mexico, and how a rainy day and a little girl’s home changed everything.

From that defining childhood moment to leading global ministries like MOPS and Stonecroft, Naomi walks us through her freedom story—a life marked by reconciliation, restoration, and God’s vision for flourishing. We also dive into the incredible backstory of Every Woman’s Bible—how it came to be, what makes it different, and the worldwide team of women who made it happen.

You’ll hear about:

• Why Ephesians is her anchor

• The power of crossing barriers in Jesus’ name

• How her mission was shaped by love and justice

• What it means to truly embrace every woman

• Why this Bible is both solid in theology and full of invitation

We also talk about how Every Woman’s Bible isn’t just another women’s Bible—it’s an embrace. A place where your story meets God’s story and you’re reminded you belong.

📚 Get your copy of Every Woman’s Bible wherever books are sold—Sam’s Club, Target, independent Christian bookstores like Kern’s in North Canton, and more.

💻 Join the community and find Naomi’s work at www.everywomans-story.com and on Facebook at Every Woman’s Story.

Bio:

Naomi helps organizations and people dream, innovate, and grow. As a three-time CEO of The MomCo by MOPS, Stonecroft Ministries, and now We Are Becoming, she's seen that passion bear fruit.

As National Director of the National Leadership Council, Naomi has also lifted the dreams of World Vision's most generous philanthropists. And she has advanced innovations to lift children and families out of poverty. as Director of Compassion International's Product Strategy and Child Advocacy.

Beyond nonprofits, Naomi has created organizational and people-growth for Fortune 50 companies. She led new product development and go-to-market projects for Apple Computer and Hewlett-Packard Co., and contracted organizations in consumer tech, media, and publishing (the Los Angeles Times, NBC Network, local ABC and CBS affiliate stations, and Tyndale Publishing). In addition, she has served government (Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power), biotechnology, and leadership (the Ken Blanchard Company) organizations.

Naomi's fascination with how people become "mission multipliers" drove her doctoral study, winner of Fuller Theological Seminary School of Intercultural Studies' Leadership Award. She focused her UCLA MBA on Intrapreneurship and her Stanford University bachelor's on advancing movements. Through her work with Mission: Leadership, Naomi helps faith-based nonprofits grow impact by engaging fantastic leaders.

Naomi is married to her college sweetheart Frank and says, “My husband is my best advisor, our 4 world-changing kids my astonishment, and flourishing for all, my vision.”

Anchor Verse:

Ephesians 3:19

Connect with Naomi:

Website: https://everywomans-story.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/naomicrameroverton

Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomicrameroverton

FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/573836635110025

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