By Words: Honest Faith Talks to Encourage Everyday Christian Women

Today we’re talking to Alexandra Kaval about a big one — BOUNDARIES. Alexandra is a Christian coach who helps women with things like overwhelm, expectations, and the struggles of being multi passionate. Unfortunately, many of us feel the pressure to do it all and be it all to everyone, all at once, and we were never made to operate that way.

This episode is packed with wisdom, grace, and practical tips for setting healthy boundaries that will FREE you to live fully into the season and roles God has called you to.

To connect with Alexandra, head over to https://www.gracespacechristiancoaching.com or @gracespacechristiancoaching on IG!

Listen to Alexandra’s podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grace-space-christian-coaching-building-a-faith/id1485905955 

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7 Fundamentals for a Fruitful Life in Christ: https://www.gracespacechristiancoaching.com/post/7-fundamentals-for-a-fruitful-life-in-christ 

Prayer for Overwhelm Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/season-3-episode-9-the-you-asked-we-answered-series/id1485905955?i=1000516847698 

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Can we still trust God and believe that He’s good, even in the midst of things like cancer? Today we’re chatting with Kelli Stahl about her journey through childhood cancer, doubt, fear, healing, and how God uses it all to strengthen our faith and draw us closer to Him.

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Many Christians want to grow in their faith and relationship with Jesus, but when it comes down to it, are we willing to pick up our cross and follow Him — even through pain and suffering? Today we’re chatting with my precious friend Ebie Hepworth about how bringing our honest, messy hearts to the feet of Jesus is what forges a faith that lasts. I can’t wait for you to hear her story and all the wisdom she shares in this conversation!

To connect with Ebie, head over to @ebiehepworth on IG or https://www.ebiehepworth.com!

Listen to Ebie’s podcast, Let Me Ask You This: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/let-me-ask-you-this/id1684803797 

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Does God actually stretch our capacity for more? I used to hear people praying that prayer, asking God for more, for greater things in life and ministry. While I don’t think it’s bad to ask God for more, I do wonder if we are on the same page as Him. If our “more” is the same that He has in mind for us.

What if instead of stretching our capacity, maturing in faith looks like becoming a better steward of it? Maybe our limitedness isn’t something we should strain against, but a gift — an opportunity to embrace the truth that apart from Him we can do nothing. I’m sharing thoughts on all this and more, including 3 ways we can become better stewards of our limitedness in partnership with God.

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March 8 is International Women’s Day, so today we’ve got something really special for you. Brooke Kehl from Eastern European Mission is with us to share about some incredible women across the world who are fighting for the Gospel and hungry for the Word of God.

It’s easy to forget how blessed we are to have freedom in our faith and access to Bibles here in America, but this conversation is sure to stir your faith and reignite a passion for God’s Word!

It costs $5 to provide a Bible — I’m giving up my coffee today so someone can get a Bible in their own language: https://www.eem.org/?give=8NDR96EK 

Connect with Brooke on IG @brooke_kehl!

To learn more about EEM, head over to https://www.eem.org/ or https://www.facebook.com/EasternEuropeanMission!

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You’re doing all the right things and checking all the boxes to be “a good Christian”…but is that all there is? Today we’re talking to my dear friend Kristin Chadwick about how to shift from rules and legalistic Christianity to real, rich relationship with Jesus through the Holy Spirit. The truth is, we can know a lot ABOUT God without really knowing Him. In this episode, Kristin shares her story and practical insights for how we can cultivate intimacy with the Lord right where we’re at.

This conversation is sure to blow fresh wind in your sails, encourage you in your faith, and leave you feeling loads lighter!

To connect with Kristin, head over to https://www.podcastcoachingforkingdomentrepreneurs.com/ or @kristinfieldschadwick / @wholisticheartspodcast on IG!

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Today’s episode is a little different. My friend Molly Wilcox (who you might remember from episode 24) had me on her podcast, Holy Labor, to share about my experience with faith through pregnancy, birth trauma, and healing in motherhood. We discuss the hard, hidden moments of motherhood that we sometimes feel alone in, and the raw moments of honest faith along the way. I loved our conversation, so I wanted to share it with you over here as well!

TW: I share details about my miscarriage in this episode.

To connect with Molly, head over to https://www.mrsmollywilcox.com or @mrsmollywilcox on IG!

Listen to the Holy Labor podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/holy-labor-the-real-work-of-faith-trauma-and/id177144915

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Today, I’m joined by Tilly Dillehay, author ofMy Dear Hemlock— a truly insightful book that gives a fresh perspective on spiritual warfare and temptation, much like C.S. Lewis’Screwtape Letters, but written specifically for women. In this episode, Tilly shares her inspiration behind the book and her heart for addressing these often-overlooked struggles among Christian women. We talk about the enemy’s key strategies to target our faith, the importance of staying vigilant in spiritual warfare, and practical encouragement for any woman who feels defeated or weary in the fight. This conversation will equip you to stand firm and rediscover hope as you navigate life’s challenges with Christ!

To connect with Tilly, head over tohttps://www.facebook.com/tillydillehayauthor or@tilly_dillehay on IG!

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Today we’re chatting with Paige State McBridge about EMOTIONS, but probably not in a way you’ve ever heard before…

Paige shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind her book, In Weeping and Rejoicing: Emotions in Theology and Life, which offers a biblically grounded perspective on understanding and navigating our emotions as believers. We explore what Scripture reveals about our emotional lives and how the Gospel speaks to mental health.

Paige sheds light on practical ways to develop a healthier emotional life rooted in faith. We also discuss the importance of embracing both the highs and lows — "weeping and rejoicing" — in a way that honors God and allows us to be fully present with Him in every season.

If you’ve ever wrestled with how to handle your feelings or want a fresh perspective on emotional health from a Christian perspective, this conversation is for you!

To connect with Paige, head over to @_paigemcbride on IG!

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A lot of people look at tragedy, disaster, sin, and all the brokenness of the world and say, “If God is so good, how could He let all of these bad things happen?” I’ve asked that question so many times myself, and while I don’t have answers, I did find a new question to ask:

If our world is so broken and messy and full of hate, destruction, evil, and sin, how could such a good God choose to come to us right in the middle of it? Why would he give up everything to save us? Why would he love ME that much? Let’s break it down in today’s episode!

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