ChapsWife | Christian Counseling Podcast for Women

ChapsWife | Christian Counseling Podcast for Women

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  • 10. Finding Joy & Contentment in God’s Calling When Life Feels Ordinary

    In this episode, host Sabrina Gilliam explores Ecclesiastes 5:18-20 to encourage Christian women to find joy and contentment in their God-given calling. Sabrina shares practical and biblical insights on how to embrace your work with gladness, enjoy the blessings God provides, and accept your season of life with a grateful heart.

    Whether you are a wife, mom, career woman, or simply seeking faith-filled encouragement, this episode offers hope and encouragement to live with peace, purpose, and joy in Christ.

    Scripture focus: Ecclesiastes 5:18-20 (ESV)

    If you’re looking for Christian counseling or guidance in finding joy and purpose in everyday life, you can learn more here:

    👉 https://www.sabrinagilliam.com/

    13 min
  • 9. The Military Wife Pivot: Trusting God When Plans Change
    Trusting God in the Pivot: Navigating Change After a PCS

    Have you ever made the best decision you could with the information you had… only to realize months later that you needed to change course? Welcome to the military wife pivot—when plans shift after a PCS. Whether it’s switching churches, schools, housing, or jobs, adapting is part of this life. But how do we pivot well, trust God in the process, and walk in faith when the path ahead changes?

    In this episode, we’re diving into:

    ✨ Why change is normal in military life—and why it’s not a sign of failure
    ✨ How to navigate pivots with wisdom, faith, and open communication
    ✨ Finding peace in transition and trusting that God is working behind the scenes

    You’re not alone in the uncertainty—God is establishing your steps. If this episode encouraged you, send me a message or share it with another military wife who needs to hear it! And don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review so more military spouses can find encouragement in the midst of change.

    If you’re a military spouse seeking Christian counseling or support, you can learn more here:

    👉 https://www.sabrinagilliam.com/

    28 min
  • 8. When Faith Hurts: Trusting God Through Suffering and Trials

    Suffering is an inevitable part of our fallen world, but how do we hold onto faith when the pain feels unbearable?

    In this episode of ChapsWife: Gospel Thoughts for Everyday Life, Sabrina shares her personal journey through deep loss—losing a baby, battling cancer, and facing trials that tested my faith like never before. Through these hardships, she has witnessed God’s unwavering faithfulness in powerful and unexpected ways.

    If you’re walking through grief, illness, or any form of suffering, this episode offers encouragement to cling tightly to Christ, discover purpose in your pain, and trust that God is sovereignly at work—even when life doesn’t make sense.

    Join me as we explore how suffering can deepen our faith, shape our testimony, and draw us closer to the One who never fails.

    If you’re walking through suffering or life’s trials and want Christian counseling or support, you can learn more here:

    👉 https://www.sabrinagilliam.com/

    32 min
  • 7. Creating Healthy Daily Routines

    Are you a Christian woman—whether you’re a college student, wife, mom, or seasoned believer—feeling overwhelmed and longing for balance and purpose in your daily life? You’re not alone.

    In this episode of ChapsWife: Gospel Thoughts for Everyday Life, I’ll guide you through building a daily routine that nurtures your spiritual growth, family life, physical health, and social connections—all while honoring God in the midst of life’s busyness.

    We’ll explore how to:

    • Prioritize spiritual, family, physical, and social well-being to create a holistic, gospel-centered routine

    • Find joy in everyday tasks, seeing even the small moments as acts of worship (Colossians 3:23-24)

    • Embrace intentional living to bring stability and peace during unpredictable seasons (Ephesians 5:15-16)

    • Manage your home and relationships with a God-focused heart

    • Care for your body as a temple of the Holy Spirit

      Whether you’re navigating college life, managing a family, or reflecting on years of faithfulness, this episode offers biblical wisdom and practical tools to help you live intentionally and joyfully for God.

      If you’re looking for Christian counseling or support in creating healthy, faith-filled daily routines, you can learn more here:

      👉 https://www.sabrinagilliam.com/

       

      21 min
    • 6. Overcoming Scrupulosity: Freedom from Excessive Guilt and Fear

      Do you constantly feel like you’re falling short, second-guessing every decision, or weighed down by guilt—even when you haven’t done anything wrong?

      In this episode of ChapsWife: Gospel Thoughts for Everyday Life, we address the often misunderstood struggle of scrupulosity—when a sensitive conscience leads to fear, self-condemnation, and a distorted view of God’s grace.

      I’m Sabrina Gilliam, a biblical counselor who loves helping women embrace the freedom found in Christ’s finished work. Together, we’ll explore how to recognize scrupulosity through a biblical lens, understand God’s abundant grace, and take practical steps toward peace and rest.

      Whether you’re a college student, single woman, wife, or mom caught in the trap of perfectionism and fear, this episode offers gospel-centered encouragement to let go of impossible standards and rest fully in God’s love.


      If you would like to purchase the book used as a resource, you can locate it here

      If you’re struggling with scrupulosity or want Christian counseling for peace and guidance in your faith, you can learn more here:

      👉 https://www.sabrinagilliam.com/

      18 min
    • 5. Waiting on God When You’re Tired of Waiting

      How do we trust God’s timing and remain grounded in faith during the long, uncertain seasons of waiting—whether in life’s transitions, decisions, or unanswered prayers?

      I’m Sabrina Gilliam, a biblical counselor passionate about guiding women to find hope and strength in the gospel. In this episode of ChapsWife: Gospel Thoughts for Everyday Life, we explore the deeply Christian practice of waiting on the Lord—learning to embrace patience and trust God’s perfect plan, even when the wait feels difficult.

      Whether you’re a college student, single, wife, mom, or navigating your own season of uncertainty, you’ll discover how Scripture calls us to rely on God’s sovereignty and faithfulness.

      Join me as we unpack how waiting can be a powerful time of growth, drawing you closer to Christ and deepening your trust in His timing.

      If you need peace and encouragement to persevere in faith, this episode will equip your soul with gospel-centered hope.


      If you would like to purchase the book used as a resource, you can locate it here

      If you’re feeling weary in your waiting and want Christian counseling or support, you can learn more here:

      👉 https://www.sabrinagilliam.com/

      20 min
    • 4. Feeling Swamped: How to Manage Life and Stay Close to God

      Do you feel the weight of a full schedule pulling you in every direction—whether it’s work, school, family, or other responsibilities—and wonder how to remain faithful to God amid the chaos?

      I’m Sabrina Gilliam, a biblical counselor who loves sharing gospel truths that encourage and sustain. In this episode of ChapsWife: Gospel Thoughts for Everyday Life, we reflect on Chapter 3 of Everyday Faithfulness by Glenna Marshall, exploring how to lean into God’s grace when life feels busiest.

      Whether you’re a college student balancing classes, a single woman navigating a busy season, a wife managing home life, or a mom juggling it all, you’ll find biblical encouragement and practical steps to nurture your relationship with Christ, hold fast to His promises, and persevere in faith.

      If you’re stretched thin and longing for spiritual strength to thrive through life’s demands, this episode offers timeless wisdom and gospel-centered hope to help your soul rest and grow.

      Remember: God’s sovereignty over every moment invites you to trust Him fully, even in the busiest seasons.

      If you’re feeling overwhelmed and want Christian counseling or support to stay close to God, you can learn more here:

      👉 https://www.sabrinagilliam.com/

       

      14 min
    • 3.Struggling with Motivation? Overcoming Spiritual Apathy as a Christian

      Do you ever find yourself wrestling with spiritual dryness or difficulty maintaining a steady walk with God during life’s toughest moments?

      I’m Sabrina Gilliam, a biblical counselor devoted to pointing women to the unchanging hope found in Christ. In this episode of ChapsWife: Gospel Thoughts for Everyday Life, we dig deep into what it means to persevere in faith when motivation fades and discouragement creeps in.

      Grounded in Scripture’s clear teaching on God’s covenant faithfulness and sustaining grace, we’ll explore how to cultivate spiritual habits that are not just about effort, but about resting in Christ’s finished work. Whether you’re navigating seasons of doubt, busyness, or weariness, you’ll find encouragement to lean on God’s promises and practical guidance to nurture your soul.

      If you want to experience renewed spiritual strength and a gospel-centered resilience that carries you through, this episode is for you.

      If you’re struggling with motivation or apathy and want Christian counseling or support, you can learn more here:

      👉 https://www.sabrinagilliam.com/

       

      11 min
    • 2. Walking with God in the ordinary

      How do we stay faithful in the ordinary, everyday moments of life—whether you’re a college student, single, wife, mom, or in any stage—especially when juggling many responsibilities?

      I’m Sabrina Gilliam, a biblical counselor passionate about applying gospel truths to everyday life. In this episode of ChapsWife: Gospel Thoughts for Everyday Life, we explore Chapter 1 of Everyday Faithfulness by Glenna Marshall, discovering how God calls us to faithful living even in the routine and mundane.

      You’ll hear practical, Scripture-based encouragement to trust God through life’s transitions, stay grounded in His Word, and live intentionally with gospel hope—no matter where you are on your journey.

      If you desire biblical wisdom to strengthen your daily walk with Jesus, this episode will encourage and equip you.

      Remember: God is the faithful one who provides strength for every step.

      If you would like to purchase the book used as a resource, you can locate it here

      If you’re seeking Christian counseling or guidance for living faithfully in everyday life, you can learn more here:

      👉 https://www.sabrinagilliam.com/

      16 min
    • 1. Welcome

      Welcome to the very first episode of ChapsWife: Gospel Thoughts for Everyday Life!

      Are you a Christian woman—whether you’re a college student, single, wife, mom, or anywhere in between—seeking to grow deeper in your faith? This podcast is created just for you.

      I’m Sabrina Gilliam, a chaplain’s wife and biblical counselor firmly grounded in Reformed theology. My passion is to share the life-transforming gospel and sound biblical counseling, helping you apply Scripture in your everyday challenges. Through a Reformed lens, we’ll explore how God’s unchanging truth equips you to navigate relationships, personal growth, and the complexities of life with grace and gospel hope.

      Each episode offers gospel-centered encouragement, biblical wisdom, and practical insights designed to strengthen your walk with Jesus.

      If you desire authentic growth rooted in God’s Word, hit follow and join me on this journey of gospel-centered life transformation!

      If you’re looking for Christian counseling or support on your personal or spiritual journey, you can learn more here:

      👉 https://www.sabrinagilliam.com/

      11 min

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