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.

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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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In this episode, Claire discusses what abiding with God means through the lens of John 15. Jesus communicates the importance of dwelling with the Father to His disciples. What does it look like to draw near to God? How can we follow God’s will to pursue righteousness as Jesus did?

Scripture mentioned: John 15:1-17 | Luke 11:1-13

Resources mentioned: 

Surprised by Jesus: Subversive Grace in the Four Gospels by Dane Ortlund - https://a.co/d/61HPIuq

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