Podcast Episodes

How do you build a faith-filled marriage in a world that’s always redefining love, commitment, and relationships? Today on Perspectives Into Practice, I’m joined by my sweet friend Shannan—new grandma, marriage mentor, and co-founder of 24/7 Marriage! Shannan and her husband have dedicated their lives to helping couples center their marriages on Christ, redeem broken stories, and build strong, lasting love.

We’ll chat about:
✨ The foundation of a Christ-centered marriage
✨ The difference between worldly and biblical relationships
✨ Real-life challenges and cultural pressures
✨ Practical ways to keep Christ at the center—no matter your season
✨ Encouragement for anyone longing for a faith-filled marriage

If you want to strengthen your marriage or prepare your heart for one in the future, this episode will fill you with hope and wisdom. Share with a friend who needs encouragement today, and don’t forget to follow the podcast so you never miss an episode!

A few episodes back, my friend Amanda shared her powerful journey of learning to hear God’s voice and step out in obedience—even when it didn’t make sense. But here’s the thing: hearing God is just the beginning. Because once we recognize His voice, He often calls us to surrender in ways we never expected.

That’s what we’re diving into today—what it really means to surrender control and trust God, even when the process is hard, even when the outcome isn’t immediate blessing, and even when it feels like we’re being pruned instead of rewarded.

In this episode, Amanda and I talk about:
✨ The ongoing journey of trusting God beyond the first ‘yes.’
✨ What happens when surrender feels like loss instead of gain.
✨ How God uses pruning seasons to grow deeper faith and produce more fruit.
✨ Practical ways to trust God when surrender feels scary or painful.

If you’ve ever felt like letting go is the hardest part of following Jesus, this episode is for you. Amanda shares wisdom, encouragement, and personal stories to remind us that surrender isn’t about losing—it’s about making room for something greater.

Uncertainty is something we all face. Whether it’s a big life decision, an unexpected challenge, or simply the unknowns of the future, fear has a way of creeping in. But the Bible tells us to choose faith over fear—so how do we actually do that when everything feels shaky?

In this episode of Perspectives Into Practice, I’m joined again by my friend Alyx, and we’re diving deep into what it means to trust God in uncertain seasons. Alyx shares her personal story of learning to lean on God when life didn’t go as planned and what it looked like to release control and walk in faith.

We talk about:
✨ The hardest part about choosing faith over fear in real-life situations.
✨ How to trust God even when doubt and fear feel overwhelming.
✨ What it means to take action in faith before we see the full picture.
✨ Practical ways to stand on God’s truth and fight fear with faith.

If you’ve ever struggled with fear, doubt, or the unknown, this conversation will encourage and equip you to trust God no matter what comes your way.

In this final episode of the Serving with Purpose series, we’re diving into what it really looks like to live a life of service—not just occasionally, but every day. It’s just me today, and I’m sharing some surprising (and hilarious!) wisdom from my kids' essays on what it means to be a servant. Their words reminded me that real service isn't always dramatic—it’s often quiet, consistent, and unseen.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

✨ How Jesus modeled everyday, faithful service
✨ Why real service starts in the small moments
✨ How to shift from “I have to serve” to “I get to serve”
✨ What it means to worship through service
✨ Why showing up—especially when it’s inconvenient—matters more than you think

Plus, I’ll challenge you to ask God how you can serve in small but meaningful ways this week.

Whether you’re serving in your home, your workplace, or your community—this one’s for you, friend.

Show Notes & Scripture References:

Key Takeaways from the Episode:

• Real service is woven into daily life—it’s not always big or visible.

• Jesus modeled service through presence, humility, and love.

• Small acts of faithfulness can make a big difference.

• Service is an act of worship and surrender.

• You don't need a title or a platform to live a life of purpose.

Scriptures Mentioned:

• Mark 5:25-34 – Jesus stops to care for the woman with the issue of blood.

• John 4:4-26 – Jesus speaks life to the woman at the well.

• John 21:9-13 – Jesus cooks breakfast for the disciples.

• John 13:12-17 – Jesus washes His disciples' feet.

• Luke 16:10 – “Whoever is faithful with very little will also be faithful with much.”

• Colossians 3:23 – “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord...”

• Romans 8:1 – “There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

• 2 Corinthians 5:17 – “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation…”

• Isaiah 43:18-19 – “Forget the former things… I am doing a new thing.”

Real-Life Service Ideas (from the episode):

• Helping siblings with chores or homework (Noah)

• Quiet consistency and showing up without recognition (Carter)

• Choosing to help, not out of duty, but love (Tayla & Hadessah)

• Volunteering as a family—like helping build homes with Habitat for Humanity

"Serving isn’t about being seen. It’s about being faithful—right where you are."

God has given each of us unique gifts—but how do we recognize them, and more importantly, how do we use them to serve others in a way that brings joy and impact?

This episode is part one of a three-part series called Serving With Purpose. In this episode of Perspectives Into Practice, I’m joined by my friend Angela, who has an incredible heart for serving. She shares her journey of discovering her God-given gifts and how she’s learned to use them to bless others. We talk about:

✨ The moment she realized her gifts were meant to serve others.
✨ Overcoming doubt and the fear of not feeling "good enough" to serve.
✨ Powerful stories of seeing God move through simple acts of obedience.
✨ How to identify your own gifts and start using them right where you are.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your gifts are valuable or struggled with feeling unqualified to serve, this episode will encourage you to step out in faith, trust God, and make an impact in the lives of others.

Motherhood is a beautiful journey, but it also comes with moments that stretch us, challenge us, and make us wonder if we’re doing it right. If you’ve ever struggled with giving yourself grace as a mom, you’re not alone.

In this episode of Perspectives Into Practice, my friend Alana joins me to share her personal experiences of learning to embrace God’s grace in motherhood. We talk about:

✨ A season when she struggled with grace as a mom and how God shifted her perspective.
✨ A powerful moment when she felt God’s grace cover her in parenting.
✨ Encouragement for the mom who feels like she’s failing.
✨ Practical ways to extend grace to yourself and your children daily.

If you need a reminder that God’s grace is enough for you, even in motherhood, this conversation is for you.

So many people call themselves Christians, go to church, and believe in God—but do they really have a relationship with Jesus? It’s one thing to know about Him and another to know Him personally. And that difference? It changes everything.

In this episode, we’re talking about why a relationship with Jesus is the core of our faith, what that actually looks like in daily life, and how to move from just going through the motions to truly walking with Him. If you’ve ever felt like something is missing in your faith, this might be why.

And if you’re ready to take that next step, I’ll guide you in a simple prayer to start (or restart) your relationship with Jesus today. Heaven is celebrating YOU right now!

In this episode, the official first episode, I share my heart with you, tell you a little bit about me, and explain where this idea came from. Come join me!