In this episode of Priorities on Purpose, Melissa Batt shares a powerful conversation with a former coaching client about what the church is truly meant to be—a place for the broken, the hurting, and those who don’t feel like they have it all together.

They talk about the tension between perfectionism and authenticity, how judgment inside the church can push people away, and why the body of Christ is called to be more like a hospital than a showcase for “perfect” Christians.

Melissa also shares how chasing a God-sized dream doesn’t always mean taking a giant leap. Sometimes the first step is as simple as opening your home, inviting someone to sit on the floor, or starting a Bible study in an unexpected place. Those small, faithful steps break through perfectionism and help us walk in the calling God has placed on our lives.

If you’ve ever struggled with perfectionism, wrestled with insecurities, or wondered how to take the next step toward your God-given purpose—this episode will encourage you to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start walking it out in faith.

[00:02] – What the Church Is Meant to Be

[03:15] – The Trap of Perfectionism & Judgment

[06:40] – Celebrate Recovery & Authentic Community

[09:30] – Taking Small Steps Toward God-Sized Dreams

[10:30] – Final Encouragement

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In this Summer Throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Melissa Batt sits down with licensed Christian therapist, author, and podcast host Rachael Gilbert for an honest conversation about body image issues, insecurities, and the old wounds that shape the way we see ourselves.

Rachael’s book, Image Restored: Tear Down Shame and Insecurity to Experience a Body Image Renovation, is more than a book—it’s an interactive journey toward healing. Together, Melissa and Rachael unpack the connection between trauma and body image struggles, how painful comments and experiences become part of our “body image timeline,” and why healing is possible when we invite God into those broken places.

If you’ve ever wrestled with shame about your body, carried insecurities from childhood, or felt stuck in destructive thought patterns, this episode will give you hope and direction.

Be sure to go back and listen to Part 2, where Melissa and Rachael continue this powerful discussion with practical tools for breaking free.

Key Takeaways:

[00:02] - Welcome & Introduction

[06:10] - Beyond the Surface of Body Image Issues

[13:40] - The Body Image Timeline

[20:25] - Trauma’s Lasting Impact

[28:50] - Breaking Cycles for the Next Generation

[36:15] - Therapy, Safety, and Courage

[44:00] - Closing 

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In this Priorities on Purpose throwback episode, Melissa Batt sits down with Pastor Kevin Moore—someone who made a lasting impact on her ministry journey over 20 years ago—to talk about leadership, discipleship, and the importance of protecting your health and home life while serving.

They cover the tension between ministry, work, and family, why some seasons call for stepping back, and how to recognize when your life is out of alignment. Pastor Kevin shares practical tools like his life wheel analogy, his “life lanes” system, and the irreplaceable vs. replaceable mindset shift that can help you set boundaries without guilt.

Whether you’re in full-time ministry, volunteering at your local church, or just juggling too much in life, this conversation will challenge you to serve from a place of health—not burnout. Get ready to take notes and walk away with practical ways to protect what matters most.

[00:01] – Introduction to Pastor Kevin Moore

[06:00] – Servant Leadership vs. Dictatorship

[16:34] – Replaceable vs. Irreplaceable

[22:01] – The Life Wheel Analogy

[26:34] – Signs You’re Out of Balance

[33:03] – When to Serve and When to Step Back

[36:50] – Getting Unstuck with Life Lanes

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In this special Summer Throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, you’ll hear a portion of Day One from my Operation Reset Workshop—a free 5-day training designed to help you reclaim your time, realign your priorities, and start living with intention, peace, and purpose.

We’re diving deep into the reality of survival mode—how it sneaks up on us, why it keeps us stuck, and the powerful steps you can take to shift into living fully in the purpose God created you for.

I’ll walk you through reflective questions Jesus Himself asked in Scripture (“What do you want?”) and show you how identifying your dreams, values, and priorities is the foundation for building the life you long for. This is your invitation to get honest about what matters most, stop living on the hamster wheel, and begin dreaming again.

🎯 If you’re ready to stop just existing and start living a life that reflects your deepest values, today’s episode will give you the reset you’ve been craving.

[00:02] - Welcome & Summer Throwback Introduction

[02:05] - Why Knowing Your Priorities Matters

[05:10] - The “Shipwreck” Analogy

[12:45] - Jesus’ Question: “What Do You Want?”

[18:20] - The 10-Year Perspective Exercise

[25:00] - The “Why” Exercise

[31:00] - Final Encouragement & Looking Ahead to Day Two

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In this unfiltered Summer Throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Christian Life Coach and Faith Mentor Melissa Batt opens up about a painful trigger that uncovered a deep, hidden fear—and how God used it for healing.

If you’ve ever questioned whether your pain is spiritual warfare, discipline, or the result of fear creeping in, you’re not alone. Melissa vulnerably walks through what started as a moment at church and ended with a powerful revelation in her quiet time with God.

This episode is for the woman who feels stuck in fear, misunderstood, or unsure whether she’s being attacked or lovingly corrected by God. It’s real talk on how the fear of being misunderstood can keep you in hiding—and how God gently calls us out of it to heal and restore.

Key Takeaways:

[00:00] - Unedited, Unfiltered, Uncomfortable

[01:58] - Triggered by a Church Message

[04:05] - Not Offended, Not Convicted—Just Misunderstood

[08:24] - Getting to the Root of the Fear

[17:34] - Journal Reflections & Biblical Healing

[24:38] - Oversharing, Fear of Man, and Control

[31:09] - God's Discipline Is Love

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In this Summer Throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, we go way back into the vault to revisit a powerful message from 2023. Christian Life Coach Melissa Batt shares a deeply vulnerable story about speaking at her church—an experience that stirred up old insecurities, perfectionism, and a desire for validation.

If you've ever felt nervous doing something new, wondered if you’re “good enough,” or wished you could show up more polished and confident—this one’s for you. Melissa opens up about what it really looks like to say yes in faith even when you don’t feel ready, and how God uses our courage, not our perfection, to make an impact.

This episode is packed with wisdom for women who are tired of waiting until they feel “qualified” and ready to start doing the things God is calling them to do. Because guess what? You don’t have to feel ready to be obedient.

[00:02] - Behind-the-Scenes of Speaking at Church

[06:45] - Chasing Validation vs. Obeying God

[10:40] - When Your Weakness Inspires Someone Else

[13:15] - The Stress of Doing Something New

[18:25] - Let Go of the Pressure to Arrive

[22:10] - Eyes on Jesus, Not the Distractions or the Outcome

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In this powerful Summer Throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Christian Life Coach Melissa Batt opens up about one of her longest-standing insecurities—her broad shoulders—and the beautiful, redemptive work God did through them.

What started as a physical insecurity became a sacred moment of purpose when Melissa helped care for her dying grandmother. This story is not just about body image; it’s about every woman who has ever felt “too much” or “not enough.”

Melissa shares how God can use what we try to hide, even the parts we wish were different, for His glory and for the healing of others. Get ready for a vulnerable, hope-filled reminder that nothing in your story is wasted.

If you’ve ever struggled with insecurities, body image, or feeling like your weaknesses disqualify you, this episode will speak straight to your heart.

[00:02] - Welcome & Real Talk About Insecurities

[03:47] - Naming the Lies We Believe

[06:10] - The Insecurity That Held Her Back: Her Shoulders

[11:58] - The Sacred Moment That Changed Everything

[17:36] - Praying for Gentleness and Receiving Unexpected Purpose

[21:24] - From Shame to Surrender

[25:12] - Let the Tears Fall & Let the Healing Begin

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In this special summer throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Christian Life Coach Melissa Batt dives into the deeper reason so many women feel disconnected from God—and what to do about it. If you've been overwhelmed, exhausted, and struggling to hear God's voice, you're not alone… and you can get back on track.

Melissa shares personal reflections from a sugar fast and how it opened her ears to spiritual clarity like never before. She unpacks four powerful reasons you might be spiritually stuck—and reveals what it means to truly get your house in order (hint: it’s not just about your physical home).

This episode will challenge and encourage you to examine your relationship with God, your daily distractions, and your willingness to speak up when He nudges you. It's time to break survival mode, quiet the noise, and get back to the voice of truth.

Key Takeaways:

[01:08] - How Fasting Helps You Hear God

[04:17] - The Prophetic Gift You Might Be Ignoring

[08:28] - Why God Is Calling You to Speak Up Now

[10:40] - 4 Spiritual Concerns God Revealed

[17:21] - Is Your Wagon Exposed?

[23:47] - Jeremiah’s Insecurities and Yours

[29:30] - What Walls Are Missing in Your Life?

[33:17] - Are You Pointing People to Jesus?

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In this powerful summer throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Christian Life Coach Melissa Batt shares her personal journey of learning to speak up—even when it’s uncomfortable, costly, or feels completely out of character.

God-sized dreams often require God-sized courage. But what if the first step isn’t starting something new… it’s using your voice in small, obedient ways? Melissa opens up about the fears she had to overcome (hello insecurity, fear of judgment, and people-pleasing), the spiral of silence that holds so many women back, and the reminder that not speaking up can actually become a sin of omission.

She also shares a humbling real-life moment where she got it wrong—and what God showed her through it.

If you’ve ever felt like you were meant for more but stayed silent because of fear, doubt, or discomfort, this episode will remind you that your voice matters—and your obedience is part of the breakthrough.

Key Takeaways:

[00:02] - Speaking Up When It’s Scary

[02:58] - Fear of Being Seen & Judged

[05:10] - The Spiral of Silence

[07:21] - You Are Worthy of the Calling

[13:24] - From Small Acts to Big Obedience

[14:12] - When Silence Becomes a Sin

[18:50] - Counting the Cost & Preparing for the Call

[21:09] - Why Melissa Left Direct Sales

[22:25] - When Speaking Up Goes Too Far

[26:42] - Speak Up. Let It Out. Be Stripped.

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Have you ever been hurt by the Church and wondered if you should stay or walk away?

In this powerful Summer Throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Melissa Batt sits down with author and founder of the Raised to Stay movement, Natalie Runion, for an unfiltered conversation about navigating church hurt, rediscovering Jesus through the pain, and learning what it truly means to “stay.”

Natalie shares her personal story of disappointment, deconstruction, and healing—offering hope to anyone who’s felt let down by spiritual leadership or disillusioned by church culture. Together, Melissa and Natalie talk about what healthy churches actually look like, what to do when leaders fall, and how to stay rooted in Jesus even when you're wrestling with His people.

Whether you’ve left the church, feel like an outsider, or are cautiously finding your way back, this episode reminds you that you’re not alone—and God still has a purpose for you in His Church.

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Key Takeaways:

[00:02] – A Divine Connection

[04:18] – Natalie’s Background & Burnout

[06:42] – What It Means to Be 'Raised to Stay'

[10:01] – Discernment vs. Criticism

[16:12] – Staying or Leaving? Ask This First.

[20:38] – Is Church Membership Biblical or Just a Numbers Game?

[24:19] – Refocusing on Jesus, Not Just Church Culture

[28:37] – You Don’t Need a Title to Make an Impact

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