Welcome back to the second installment of Slowing Down for Advent. In this mini chat, Jess reflects on the beauty of doing less in order to hold more peace and joy—especially as life throws curveballs and leads us through seasons of waiting. Together, we’ll explore seven different types of rest and how to gently weave them into everyday life. How are your expectations these days? In this episode, you’ll also be invited to release the pressure of perfect timelines and embrace a slower, more grace-filled rhythm.

In this reflective episode, Jess invites listeners to join her in embracing the slower, intentional rhythm of Advent. She shares what it looks like to step back from the noise, make space for stillness, and rediscover the beauty of waiting with purpose. Through honest conversation and gentle encouragement, Jess explores why getting quiet matters—how it grounds us, recenters us, and reminds us of the deep hope we carry into this season.

If you’re craving a moment to pause, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters, this episode offers a calm invitation to do just that.

In this episode of Okay Good Talk, Jess gets real about the quiet courage it takes to say, “Actually, no”—especially when the lie comes from someone you care about. What do you do when loyalty collides with truth? How do you navigate love without compromising your discernment?

Rooted in scripture and personal reflection, this episode explores how to recognize spiritual red flags, hold boundaries with grace, and follow God’s voice above all others.

Do you ever feel like you just don’t have enough?
Not enough time, resources, strength—or even faith?

In this episode, Jess invites you to pause and reflect: What if the real issue isn’t what you’re lacking, but where your focus lies? She lovingly challenges us to lift our eyes from the noise of scarcity and fix them on the unshakable truth of a faithful, providing God.

Be encouraged by the reminder that He is more than enough—in every season, in every circumstance.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” — Psalm 23:1 (ESV)
“And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:19 (ESV)

Listen now—and share this episode with someone who needs to be reminded of God's faithful provision.

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Have you ever looked at your life—your mess, your mistakes—and thought, “Wait… Jesus died for this?” In this episode, Jess gets real about the tension between being deeply flawed and fully loved. She unpacks the raw, unfiltered reality of being a messy human in need of a Savior. It's time to drop the illusion of perfection and face the parts of ourselves that only Jesus can redeem. Grace isn't for the polished—it's for the honest. Let's talk about it.

Scripture Reference:

Romans 5:8

Romans 7

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Wait — you mean this life isn’t all rainbows and butterflies?
What will you choose when the path to true, abundant life costs you something in the here and now?

In this episode, Jess reflects on recent moments of breaking with the Lord — grieving deep loss, yet choosing to trust. It’s raw. It’s real.

Come celebrate the beauty of surrender, as we acknowledge the painful reality of giving up control. Because sometimes, the hardest yes leads to the fullest life.

Scripture reference:

Romans 12:1-2

John 16:33

Book Rec:

Relaxed by Megan Fate Marshman

https://www.meganfate.com/shop/p/relaxed-book

Songs I'm loving right now:

Only Jesus... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tC4jIOXCxHI

Another Surrender.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oo9qrvUzmkc

“Oh no… if it isn’t the consequences of my own actions.”
Ever been mad at God? Felt like everything was falling apart and He was just... letting it happen? In this raw and honest episode, Jess opens up about a personal season marked by anger, frustration, and wrestling with pride. Through the lens of Jonah’s story, she unpacks what it means to face the fallout of disobedience—and how even there, God’s grace shows up. This one’s for anyone who’s ever run from God, only to find He was never far behind.

Scripture reference:

Numbers 23:19

2 Peter 3:9

Jonah 1-3

John 15:5

Isaiah 64:6

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Jennifer shares about how the Lord leads each one of us personally from glory to glory. Dropping gems God shared with her when she allowed herself to get low in his presence, say yes to His lead and live from love! Jess’ jaw is still on the floor.

Scripture:

2 Corinthians 3:18

Isaiah 30:15

Psalm 23

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Next Episode March 19th.

Jess sits down to unpack what it really means to trust God when life takes a turn—or when it simply doesn’t go according to your plan. What does the goodness of God look like when dreams fall apart or prayers seem unanswered? In this honest conversation, Jess explores how to hold onto true hope, confront the lies of a false gospel, and anchor your faith in who God is—not just in what He does.

Scripture Reference: Psalm 12

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Next Episode: March 5th 🤍

Welcome back for season 2!

In this episode Jessica sits down with her friend, Pastor Tanner Rigdon as he shares his heart for what ministry can look like in the day to day, the importance of accountability and keeping Jesus central.

And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.- Acts 2:42

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