You love Jesus—but if you're honest, it can be easy to coast. Maybe you've got the intention but not the follow-through. Maybe you're following through, but your heart's off: it's for the checklist, the self-promotion, the feeling instead of for Him. In this episode, we're sitting in 1 Corinthians and asking the uncomfortable-but-good question: Am I running this race to obtain the prize, or just living the Christian life aimlessly?

Paul says runners run to get the prize, so run in a way that wins it and a couple chapters later, whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. 

I share the simple rhythm my husband and I started and the honest self-examination that followed: Am I running with intention, discipline, and determination —or lackadaisically, only when it's convenient, or worse, for myself?

We talk about where "running to win" actually shows up in ordinary life.

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Summer is a great season to draw closer to Jesus— no big trips or plans required. In this episode I'm sharing my summer bucket list, following Jesus edition: simple, joy-filled, faith-centered ways to soak up the season while keeping Him at the center (plus just some fun summer ideas too!) From sunrise quiet times to worship walks to memorizing verses with my toddler, these are easy rhythms you can start this week. Grab your iced coffee and let's chat about a faith-filled summer together. 

In this episode:

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I am sitting down to answer YOUR questions:

Full of Scripture and what I hope are Biblical takes, this episode chats about all the life things from a Christian perspective. 

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Are you in a season where you're just trying to GET through it to the next thing? Maybe you're waiting until your kids are older, until you hit a goal, until life feels more fulfilling — and THEN you'll really show up for God. 

I get real about a heart check I had in motherhood — realizing I was running on empty, living out of overwhelm and exhaustion instead of purpose and joy. I share what shifted everything and how recognizing that where God has placed you right now is intentional can completely transform your everyday.

In this episode:

Scriptures referenced: Galatians 5 (Fruit of the Spirit), Colossians 3:17, Colossians 3:23, Matthew 22:37, Romans 14:8, Philippians 2:3-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Psalm 100:4, Ephesians 5:20, Philippians 4:6

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This episode is a REPLAY. Today, I talk about how Christians should respond to the LGBTQ+ movement, especially during pride month.

I give an honest answer to why I haven’t spoken on it before, how Christians should and shouldn’t respond, what the Bible says God thinks about LGBTQ+ lifestyle, and more! 

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Episode Timeline:

02:20 What does the Bible say about homosexuality + being LGBTQ+?

08:45 How should Christians respond?

20:00 What would Jesus do?

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Have you ever felt God pressing something on your heart and wondered, is that really Him? Do I need to step into what He’s speaking to me about? In this honest, conviction-filled episode, we're talking about the still small voice of God — what He's been whispering to me lately and why acting on those promptings matters more than we realize.

Friend, this one is personal. Lately God has been pressing some things on my heart, and instead of brushing past them, I want to share what He's been showing me — and why I think listening to Him is so important in our lives.

In this episode, I'm getting real about three areas He's been stirring in me:

In this episode:

Episode Outline:

03:30 What God’s been speaking to me about in my own life 

07:10 Two reasons that it is so important to listen to God’s voice

11:30 Exhortation: Don’t miss out on what God has for you

12:30 When you’re not sure “Is this from God?”

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She’s here! In this episode of She Lives Purposefully, I'm sitting down with my husband to recap baby #2's birth story, share how postpartum has been so different this time around, and open up about what God has been pressing on my heart in this season.

We talk a lot about our experience going from one kid to two and how we got here. Then we'll get into the convictions God has been putting on our hearts lately: from less secular music (and more Christian music we’ve filling my home with), to becoming a mama who points my kids to Jesus (which has to start with me), to being a better friend, and learning to actually listen when God presses something on my heart.

Friend, grab your iced latte (mine is currently decaf) and let's catch up.

In this episode we talk about:

Episode Outline

00:00 We’re BACK!

02:15 Birth Story 

14:40 PostPartum 

15:30 Our toddler meets our baby for the first time and the 1 to 2 adjustment

29:00 Giving up secular music (for now), implementing a better devotional time and routine, being more intentional friends, and pointing our kids to Jesus 

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Have you ever wondered: “Am I actually being a good Christian?”

In this Mini Encouragement episode (under 15 minutes), Donny and I answer a listener question about how to know if you're living as a faithful Christian and how to grow deeper in your relationship with Christ.

First, it’s important to remember something foundational: We are not Christians because we are good enough. We are Christians because we trust in Jesus as our Savior and Lord.

The Christian life isn’t about perfection—it’s about seeking God, loving Him, repenting when we fall, and continuing to walk in His ways.

In this episode we talk about:

What it really means to walk faithfully with Christ

We also share a few Christian books that can help strengthen your faith and deepen your understanding of God’s character.

Some of the books mentioned in this episode include:

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Do you ever feel like your mornings start chaotic, rushed, or unfocused?

Many of us want a peaceful morning routine that centers our day on God, but it can feel difficult to figure out what that actually looks like—especially in different seasons of life.

In this Mini Encouragement episode (under 20 minutes), I answer a listener question about how to build a successful morning routine as a Christian.

This episode offers simple ideas to help you start your day intentionally and spiritually grounded.

I talk about what an ideal morning rhythm might look like, while also giving grace for seasons when routines aren’t perfect (hello, motherhood and busy schedules!).

In this episode we discuss:

Simple habits to help start your morning with intention

Most importantly, remember this: Your morning routine doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful.

Even small moments spent seeking God can transform the way you approach the rest of your day.

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Have you ever felt like you’ve drifted away from God? Maybe life got busy with school, work, or responsibilities, and before you realized it, your relationship with God wasn’t as close as it once was.

If that’s you, please know: you are not alone. In this Mini Encouragement episode (under 20 minutes), we answer a listener question from someone in grad school who wants to reignite their faith and reconnect with God after drifting away.

First and foremost, if you feel a desire to come back to God, that is a beautiful sign that He is drawing you closer again.

In this episode we talk about simple, practical ways to begin rebuilding your faith, even during busy or overwhelming seasons of life.

God is always ready to meet you.

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