On Purpose and For a Purpose

Claire & Savannah are back in a new episode!! Savannah shares what she has learned through motherhood, now with two boys at home! Savannah reflects on what God has been teaching her through parenting & changes. Claire discusses the rhythms she has been incorporating into her lifestyle during this season - including some resources she has been diving into. Savannah & Claire share a reflective update of the future of the podcast & hope of what God has in store for the both of them!

Resources Mentioned: 

Abide by Aaron Williams & Dwell Songs - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDEt9KP2O0

Wintering: The Power of Rest & Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May - https://a.co/d/0cHJOzcI

Morning & Evening with Charles Spurgeon - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/morning-and-evening-with-charles-spurgeon/id1860634232

By Grace Through Faith, a personal blog - https://bygracethroughfaith.blog/

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It is December & we are focusing on the story of Mary, the mother of Jesus in this episode!! Claire shares the boldness & the faith that Mary displays through receiving news that she will be the mother of the Savior coming to the world. Claire touches on the importance of Advent & how we can be present & intentional with the season of Advent.

Scripture References: Luke 1:26-56

Resources Mentioned: 

What Will They Think? By Grace Valentine - https://a.co/d/37SXmvh

Awakening Wonder - Advent Study by The Daily Grace Co - https://thedailygraceco.com/products/awakening-wonder-experiencing-the-nearness-of-jesus-2025-daily-grace-advent-digital-study

Advent Episodes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-purpose-and-for-a-purpose/id1607906133?i=1000636640478

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Happy Thanksgiving!! In this episode, Claire is highlighting what we can learn through the interaction between Martha & Jesus in Luke 10. With the holidays arriving, Claire is discussing the temptations of distraction & responsibilities that we may feel with the celebration of the holidays. Claire also gives an encouragement towards the holidays to set an intention & plan of being present with others & celebrating what God has provided to you over your life.

Scripture references: Luke 10:38-42 | Mark 14:12-25 | Matthew 6:25

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An episode about the character of Esther with a special guest! Claire is joined by a close friend, Alicia York, to discuss what stands out about the story of Esther found in the Bible. Alicia mentions recently studying the book of Esther with a multigenerational church group she is involved in. Join Claire & Alicia as they discusses ways to use discernment, listen to God's voice, & walk in obedience with purpose in your every day moments!

Scripture references: Esther 4-5 | Matthew 10:16 | Exodus 17:14 | 1 Samuel 17 

Resources mentioned: 

Esther Bible Study by Kelly Minter - https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family/esther-bible-study-by-kelly-minter

Discerning the Voice of God by Priscilla Shirer - https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family/discerning-the-voice-of-god

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In this episode, Claire invites us to learn more about the faith Rahab displays when protecting spies sent in by Joshua’s command. Rahab was a citizen of a corrupt city, but she chose to take a stand, not knowing what the outcome would be.

Scripture references: Joshua 2:1-14 | Joshua 2:21 | Joshua 6:25

Resources mentioned: The Armor of God by Priscilla Shirer - https://a.co/d/2sbyOXg

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Kicking off a brand new series on the podcast, Claire is diving into discussing stories of women in the Bible & what we learn through their experiences. Claire starts this series with Eve’s story found in Genesis. Claire touches on the topics of lies & doubt the enemy wants us to believe which can lead to a battle of spiritual warfare & temptation of sin in our lives.

Scripture references: Genesis 2:18-19 | Genesis 3:1-9 | James 1:6 | Hebrews 11:1-3

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Claire is joined by Helen-Hanson Smith who shares her passion for running & how it provided community & healing through her years of sobriety. Helen-Hanson & Claire discuss the blessings given by God to us through exercise & movement. They also touch on the importance of our identify that we find in Christ as believers & how this lens impacts us in our every day moments.

More of Helen-Hanson Smith on Instagram @helenhansonsmith

Support Shatterproof here - https://endurance.shatterproof.org/participants/HelenHansonSmith

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Jesus commands us to love God & love others. What does extending love to others look like? We see through the cross & resurrection, there is purpose in forgiveness & mercy extended to us by God. How did Jesus teach & model this aspect of love & unity to us?

Scripture mentioned: Matthew 22:37-40 | Matthew 18:20 | Matthew 18:22 | Luke 23 | Proverbs 27:17 | John 17:8-12 | John 17:20-24 | Ephesians 2:11-22 | Ephesians 4:1-6

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This week, Claire dives into a topic on obedience & service that we see displayed through Jesus and His followers. Claire mentions scripture where Jesus teaches His disciples the importance of seeking a servant’s heart. Claire discusses the story of the bleeding woman and what we learn about Jesus through His response towards her. How are we looking for spaces of availability & service towards others in our daily lives?

Scripture mentioned: Mark 10:42-45 | Luke 8:40-48

Resources mentioned:

Surprised by Jesus: Subversive Grace in the Four Gospels by Dane Ortlund - https://a.co/d/fZqVCQv

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World by John Mark Comer - https://a.co/d/38gCPNe

The Other Half of Church: Christian Community, Brain Science, and Overcoming Spiritual Stagnation by Jim Wilder and Michel Hendricks - https://a.co/d/cY83P55

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Join Claire & Abigail as they dive into scripture, discussing the call to share the gospel. Abigail shares what she has learned about discipleship & evangelism through her experiences internationally & locally. We are each given the opportunity to follow Jesus. How can you be a witness to others today with your story?

Scripture mentioned: Matthew 10:28-31 | Romans 8:38-39

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