Do you ever feel like your life is too ordinary to be meaningful? Like you're stuck in the mundane, unseen, or waiting for something more? If so, this conversation is for you. On this episode of Brave Woman, Mighty God I'm joined by the wise and gracious Ruth Chou Simons. Ruth is an author, artist, entrepreneur, and mama to six boys—yes, six! She has a heart for encouraging women to see God's grace right in the middle of real, everyday life.  

Ruth and I talk about what it means to be faithful where you are—especially in seasons that feel hidden or restless. We chat about embracing the sacredness of small moments, the joy tucked into the mundane, and how our daily choices are shaping something beautiful for the future. Ruth shares powerful insight on identity, worth, and the bravery it takes to believe that what we’re doing today matters—even when no one sees it but God.  

Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode:

- Feeling unseen doesn’t mean you’re not valuable—God sees you.  

- Our identity isn’t in what we do, but in whose we are.  

- There is deep beauty in faithfulness, even in the mundane.  

- Community and self-awareness help us grow in our walk with Christ.  

- Celebrating small wins leads to long-term faithfulness.  

- Embracing imperfection allows us to walk in grace.  

- Rest and reflection are vital parts of the faith journey.  

Ruth’s words will remind you that you don’t have to hustle harder to be seen or valued—you just have to show up and trust the One who sees it all. If you’ve been wrestling with restlessness or wondering if what you’re doing matters, let this episode be the encouragement your soul needs today.  

Ruth Chou Simons is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author of several books and Bible studies, including Beholding and Becoming and Now and Not Yet. She’s an artist, entrepreneur, podcaster, and speaker who loves using words and art to sow God’s truth into people’s hearts. Through her online shop GraceLaced.com and social media, Ruth invites others into her journey of grace intersecting everyday life. She and her husband, Troy, are the grateful parents of six boys.  

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