There is something so sacred about a woman who refuses to stay hidden. My friend Ashley Martin is back on the podcast today, and this time she brought her whole heart with her. Ashley is a recovering alcoholic, a woman of deep faith, and now a published author. Her new book, Lost No More: A Daily Path to God in Your Deepest Valleys, is the kind of vulnerable, gutting, beautiful story that makes you feel less alone and more seen by God. I am so glad she is here.

What we talk about in this episode:

If you have ever felt lost, ashamed, or like God is somehow far away, this conversation is for you. Ashley is not polished or pretending, and that is exactly what makes her words so powerful. She is proof that God does not need you to have it together to use you.

📲 FOLLOW OLESYA

Instagram: @olesya.kayton 

Website: humbleandradiant.com

📲 FOLLOW ASHLEY

Socials: @ashleymartinministires 

Substack: @ashleygranthammartin 

Website: ashleymartinministry.com

Book: https://a.co/d/0dslHVJj

Have you ever wondered why Jesus said when you fast and not if? Fasting is one of the most intimate things we can do with God, and in this episode I'm sharing everything: my personal weekly fasting rhythm, what the Bible says about fasting and prayer, and practical steps to help you start even if you've never fasted before.

In this episode we cover:

Whether you're brand new to fasting or ready to go deeper, my prayer is that this episode helps you see fasting not as a rule to follow but as a beautiful invitation to know God more intimately.

Links mentioned:

Free Fasting Companion Worksheet: https://humbleandradiant.myflodesk.com/tjrb6qgacq

Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tm26FFUoKu0

Connect with me:

Podcast: Knowing God Intimately (Apple Podcasts, Spotify & wherever you listen)

Instagram: @olesya.kayton

Website: https://humbleandradiant.com

⚠️ Reminder: Always consult your doctor before beginning any fast, especially if you have a health condition, are pregnant, or take medication. This is spiritual encouragement, not medical advice.

Have you ever done something and then when you looked back, wondering if it was the right decision? Do you ever wonder if your in God's will? Today, Olesya talks about how easy it is to leave God out, but also how simple it is to include God in your daily decisions. God is not far off, and his gentle guidance gives us the peace that we crave in our decisions. 

Join me today and we'll chat about 

-How God cares about the details of our lives 

-God's plans are better than our own ambitions 

-Living in the present allow us to focus on God's will for today 

- Surrendering our plans to God leads to peace and clarity 

Let's go on that walk, drive, or let's do the dishes together, as we talk about inviting God into the every day. 

Find Me at: 

www.facebook.com/olesya.karpets/

www.instagram.com/olesya.kayton/

www.humbleandradiant.com

Have you ever felt like the word that describes your feelings is bitter? You don't really know how to shake it off or what to do? On this episode, Olesya shares vulnerably from past experiences and dives into how to recognize, not only bitterness, but where it stems from, and how to overcome it.

Join me today and we'll chat about:

-What makes bitterness grow

-How replaying past offenses can be harmful

-When to reach out for help with deep hurts

-How living out the gospel is healing

-Not waiting for others to ask for forgiveness

Find Me at:

www.facebook.com/olesya.karpets/

www.instagram.com/olesya.kayton/

www.humbleandradiant.com

www.tiktok.com/@humbleandradiant?_t=8rPBUmFLVpG&-r=1

Do you ever wonder about if God even cares about your life? If he did, then why the dark valleys of my life? Today Rachel Sweatt and I chat about how through Psalm 23 we can see and witness God in our lives. Even more than that, we talk about the difficulty and yet the importance of trusting God in every season of life. Rachel shares her journey as a homeschool mom, her passion for the gospel, and emphasizing the need for a biblical mindset. We'll explore the role of a shepherd, the comfort of God's presence, and the power of the gospel in transforming lives.

Listen in and we'll talk about:

- Helping our children memorize verses.

- Experiencing God in every season of life.

- God's presence brings comfort in difficult times.

- Trusting God leads to overcoming fear and anxiety.

- Living out the abundant life requires a biblical mindset.

Find Rachel at:

Instagram @Rachelsweatt

Shepherd Tour: https://www.rachelsweatt.com/shepherd

Website: https://www.rachelsweatt.com/

Find Me at:

www.facebook.com/olesya.karpets/

www.instagram.com/olesya.kayton/

www.humbleandradiant.com

www.tiktok.com/@humbleandradiant?_t=8rPBUmFLVpG&-r=1

Does the idea of saying "I'm sorry" feel like pulling teeth? Or do you struggle even knowing when or how to apologize? We're adults after all, are apologies even necessary?  Today, we'll explore how to recognize when an apology is needed, the  real challenges of apologizing, plus I'll give practical examples of how to apologize effectively.  Most of all, we will chat about how vital to any relationship it is to align our apologies with biblical principles, particularly from 1 Corinthians 13. We'll chat about how to create new habits of quick and sincere apologies to foster healthier relationships and personal growth.

Join me and we'll talk about:

-Ways to apologize

-What ruler we should measure against when saying "I'm sorry"

-Do quick apologies reshape our behavior?

-How to build stronger relationships through the delivery of our words

So go on that drive, walk, or put the baby to sleep and bring me along for the ride as we humbly seek God's face together.

Find Me at: 

www.facebook.com/olesya.karpets/ 

www.instagram.com/olesya.kayton/ 

www.humbleandradiant.com 

www.tiktok.com/@humbleandradiant?_t=8rPBUmFLVpG&-r=1

This year, I'm going to do a shopping fast. It's wild, I know! Have you made resolutions? Honestly, I have tried and tried to make resolutions and when I find my resolution from the previous year, I notice that I don't even come close to meeting my goals. But then I made a switch in how I create my personal goals, then everything changed. 

Join me as I chat about: 

• What led me to start a shopping fast for a year 
• Setting aside distractions for deeper devotion 
• How gratitude helps combat my desires for more 
• Letting New Year be a time to reflect spiritually 

Can't wait for you to hang out with me! 

Find Me at: 

www.facebook.com/olesya.karpets/ 

www.instagram.com/olesya.kayton/ 

www.humbleandradiant.com 

www.tiktok.com/@humbleandradiant?_t=8rPBUmFLVpG&-r=1

Do you ever feel like your marriage or family needs more purpose because you feel distant?  Morgan Eseke joins me today and we chat about how to create family values that last, how to build a lasting marriage and we even give you the tools that you need! From "mom guilt" to "imposter syndrome," we chat about the real struggles and how we are overcoming them. 

We'll also chat about:

-Being intentional in family life

-How to create personal family values

-Overcoming mom guilt

-The traditions we keep in the family

-Embracing imperfections

Come join Morgan and me as we share our hearts for our families and our marriages.

Find Morgan Eseke!

IG: @morganeseke 

website: www.morganeseke.com

Family Creed: https://morganeseke.com/family-creed

DIY Marriage Retreat Guide: https://morganeseke.com/marriage-retreat

Jubilee resource: https://enterthebible.org/passage/leviticus-25-the-sabbatical-year-and-the-year-of-jubilee

Find Me at:

www.facebook.com/olesya.karpets/

www.instagram.com/olesya.kayton/

www.humbleandradiant.com

www.tiktok.com/@humbleandradiant?_t=8rPBUmFLVpG&-r=1