In this episode of the Joie Miller Podcast, we’re talking about growth—and the things that quietly hold you back from it.“You Can’t Grow While Carrying This…” is a reminder that sometimes what’s keeping you stuck isn’t a lack of effort, but what you’re still holding onto. Old mindsets, pressure, comparison, fear, or even expectations that no longer fit your life can weigh you down more than you realize.We’ll unpack what it looks like to identify what’s slowing your growth and how to begin releasing it so you can move forward with more clarity, peace, and confidence in your next season.Get more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

In this episode of the Joie Miller Podcast, we’re talking about something that can feel frustrating and discouraging—when your goals just aren’t working the way you expected.You start with motivation, clear intentions, maybe even a fresh plan… but somewhere along the way, things fall off. You lose momentum, life gets busy, and you find yourself starting over again and again.This episode unpacks what’s really happening beneath the surface. Because most of the time, it’s not a lack of desire—it’s a lack of structure, clarity, or alignment with your actual season of life.You’ll walk away with simple, practical shifts to help you reset your goals in a way that actually supports consistency, builds momentum, and helps you move forward without constantly feeling like you’re behind.Get more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

In this episode, Joie shares the weekly rhythms that changed the way she lives, leads, and manages her home. From routines and planning to creating structure that actually brings peace, this conversation is all about building a life that feels sustainable instead of overwhelming. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, behind, or constantly reactive, this episode will help you rethink the way you approach your week and create rhythms that truly support the life you want to live.Purchase Prosper Devotional: https://joiemiller.co/prosperproductGet more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

In this episode, we’re getting straight to it: you need to move.Not when you feel like it. Not when everything lines up. Now.Too many people are stuck waiting on a feeling that was never meant to lead them. You’re waiting for motivation, for clarity, for energy—but movement is what creates those things, not the other way around.You don’t need more time. You don’t need the perfect plan. You need to take a step.We’re talking about how to break out of hesitation, stop overthinking, and start taking action in your everyday life—your routines, your goals, your faith. Because staying stuck is a choice just as much as moving forward is.This episode is your push. No overcomplicating it.Get up. Start moving.Get more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

In this episode, we’re talking about anxiety—but not in the way you usually hear it.What if anxiety isn’t just something happening to you… but something revealing what you’re trusting?That might feel a little confronting, but stay with me. Because this isn’t about shame—it’s about clarity. So many of us are trying to fight anxiety without ever addressing the root of it. We manage symptoms, we cope, we push through—but we never stop to ask: where has my trust actually gone?Anxiety often shows up when our trust shifts onto things that were never meant to carry that weight—outcomes, people, control, or even our own understanding.In this conversation, we’re breaking that down in a real and practical way. How do you recognize misplaced trust? What does it look like to actually trust God in the middle of anxious thoughts? And how do you begin to shift your thinking without pretending everything is fine?If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, restless, or stuck in cycles of anxious thoughts, this episode will help you get to the root—not just manage the surface.Because freedom doesn’t come from controlling everything—it comes from putting your trust back where it belongs.Get more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

In this episode, we’re talking about something that sounds simple, but honestly—most people don’t know how to live it out: everyday faith.It’s easy to have faith when you’re in church, when the music is playing, or when you’re in a moment that feels spiritual. But what about the ordinary moments? The routines, the responsibilities, the conversations, the quiet places no one sees—does your faith show up there?Because real faith isn’t just something you turn on during a service. It’s how you think, how you respond, how you trust God when nothing feels significant at all.We’re getting practical in this episode. What does it actually look like to use your faith in your daily life? How do you stay aware of God in the middle of a busy schedule? And how do you stop separating your “spiritual life” from your real life?If you’ve ever felt like your faith is strong in certain moments but distant in others, this conversation is for you.Your everyday life is not separate from your faith—it’s where your faith is meant to live.Purchase my new 60 Day Prosper Devotional: https://joiemiller.co/prosperproductGet more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

Motherhood starts with holding them close. But eventually, every mom has to learn the balance between building strong roots and giving her children room to grow. In this episode, Joie Miller talks about the emotional tension of motherhood, learning to release control, and raising kids with both security and independence. This conversation is for the moms navigating change, growth, and the reminder that the goal was never to keep them small forever.Purchase you stationery here: https://joiemiller.co/accessoriesGet more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

Life moves fast—and if we’re not careful, we end up living on autopilot. In this episode, Pastor Joie is breaking down how to plan your days, your goals, and your seasons intentionally, so your life actually works for you. No fluff, no guilt—just practical steps to create space for what matters most, stay consistent, and live with purpose every single day.It’s time to stop surviving and start thriving—one intentional choice at a time.Get more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

Let’s be honest—hard conversations aren’t fun. But avoiding them doesn’t make life easier; it just keeps things stuck. In this episode, Pastor Joie is sharing how to handle confrontation the right way—with truth, grace, and peace intact. You’ll walk away knowing how to set boundaries, speak your heart, and navigate tough talks without losing your cool or your joy.It’s time to face the hard stuff with confidence—because your relationships, your peace, and your life are worth it.Get more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

In this brand new segment of The Joie Miller Podcast, we’re stepping into P31—a space where we unpack the lifestyle, mindset, and heart posture of the Proverbs 31 woman in a real and practical way.In this first episode, we’re cooking and chatting, diving into the topic of projection—how easy it is to place our own insecurities, fears, and assumptions onto others without even realizing it. This conversation is honest, reflective, and rooted in growth as we learn what it looks like to take ownership of our thoughts and walk in clarity.This isn’t about perfection—it’s about becoming. Let’s build a life that reflects wisdom, self-awareness, and truth… one conversation at a time.

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