The Purpose Effect

The Purpose Effect

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  • 206: The Power of the Wilderness: Why God Leads You Through It, Not Around It

    Are you feeling stuck, alone, or like life is one constant uphill battle? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha dives deep into what it truly means to walk through the wilderness — and why God doesn't just permit those seasons, He leads you into them on purpose.
    Drawing from the powerful stories of Moses, Joseph, King David, and Elijah, Alesha unpacks how God uses seasons of struggle, waiting, and uncertainty to forge your identity, deepen your faith, and prepare you for the promise He has on your life.
    You'll learn:
    Why the wilderness is not a punishment — it's a classroom
    How to shift your perspective from "Why, God?" to "What are you growing in me?"
    What scripture says about God's presence in your hardest moments
    How to stop floating through life and start living with purpose, clarity, and action
    Key scriptures covered: Deuteronomy 31:8, Isaiah 43:2, Psalms 23:4, Matthew 28:20, Proverbs 3:5-6, Hosea 2:14, Psalms 34:18

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    29 min
  • 205: Experiencing God: From Knowing About Him to Actually Living It

    In this episode of The Purpose Effect, hosts Alesha and David get real about the difference between knowing of God and truly experiencing Him. David joins from Nashville where he's attending a Christian men's symposium, and the conversation takes a powerful turn — covering what it means to live openly as a Christian without being overbearing, why authentic faith changes your life rather than just your Sunday routine, and how sharing your joy is far more compelling than checking boxes. If you've ever felt the tension between religion and relationship, this one's for you.

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    40 min
  • 204: When Weakness Becomes God’s Strength | Finding Grace in the Hardest Moments

    There are moments in life when we feel weak, overwhelmed, and completely unequipped for what stands before us. Those moments often feel like failure—but what if they’re actually invitations?
    In this episode of The Purpose Effect, I share a very personal journey through grief, vulnerability, and faith. Reflecting on Paul’s “thorn in the flesh,” David facing Goliath, and the incredible gift of God’s grace, I explore what happens when we stop relying on our own strength and begin trusting God’s.
    I also speak candidly about the recent loss of a friend to suicide and the difficult emotions that followed. If you’ve ever questioned your worth, carried guilt, or wondered whether God could still love someone like you, this conversation is for you.
    God doesn’t ask us to carry every burden. He asks us to bring them to Him.
    Our greatest strength isn’t found in our abilities.
    It’s found in surrender.
    Key Scriptures
    • 2 Corinthians 12:7–10
    • John 3:16
    • 1 Samuel 17 (David and Goliath)
    • Matthew 11:28–30
    • Isaiah 41:10
    If this message encouraged you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs hope today.
    If you are struggling, feeling hopeless, or thinking about hurting yourself, please don’t carry that burden alone. Call or text 988 in the United States and Canada to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or contact your local crisis service. There is hope, and there are people who want to help.
    I am changing my world. If you are changing your world, together we are changing the world. The Purpose Effect. It is a lifestyle. It is a journey. Join us. We are changing the world.
    #ThePurposeEffect #Faith #Grace #ChristianPodcast #Jesus #Hope #Purpose #SpiritualGrowth #TrustGod #BibleStudy #MentalHealthAwareness #SuicidePrevention #Prayer #ChristianLiving #DavidAndGoliath #StrengthInWeakness #GodsGrace #NeverAlone

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    32 min
  • 203: Stop Drifting, Start Living: How Awareness, Purpose & Dreaming Big Will Transform Your Life

    Are you going through life on autopilot — reacting to circumstances instead of intentionally creating the life God designed for you? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha dives deep into three powerful shifts that will help you break free from fear, self-doubt, and a victim mindset.
    Alesha opens up about her own struggle with fear of failure — how it silenced her ability to dream big and kept her stuck for years. She shares the exact mindset reframe that changed everything: choosing to see every situation, even the hardest ones, as an opportunity for growth rather than proof of failure.
    In this episode, you'll discover:
    Why self-awareness is the #1 key to personal growth and lasting change
    How fear of failure is secretly keeping you from your God-given purpose
    The powerful mindset shift that turns setbacks into stepping stones
    Why dreaming big is not just a nice idea — it's a biblical mandate
    How living with purpose and intention creates a ripple effect that impacts others
    Whether you're stuck in a cycle of negative thinking, afraid to pursue your goals, or simply feeling like life is passing you by, this episode will give you the clarity, motivation, and practical tools to start living with intention — starting today.
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    You are called. You are capable. You are created with intention. Now go live it.

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    26 min
  • 202: Is Fun Your Idol? Reclaiming Purpose Over Pleasure

    What if the fun you've been chasing is actually keeping you stuck? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha and David get real about the difference between shallow, surface-level fun and the deep, purpose-driven joy that God designed for us. From Bible verses losing followers to Alesha's book landing in New Jersey bookstores, they share personal stories, honest laughs, and powerful truths about what it means to stop chasing pleasure and start living with intention. Plus — a beautiful story about a 10-year-old boy, a dirt road, and what it looks like when God says, "You've got this." If you've ever looked back at your "glory days" and wondered if there's more, this episode is for you.
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    32 min
  • 202: Evolution, trust in God; grab a gear and hang on!

    Evolution, Trust in God: Grab a Gear and Hang On.
    In this episode of The Purpose Effect, we talk about what it looks like to let God evolve your life—shifting your priorities, your friendships, and your definition of “fun”—and then grab a gear and hang on as He takes you somewhere new.
    I share honestly about:
    Moving from a life centered on fun and comfort
    Realizing how much my circle was shaping my choices
    Mourning old friendships and habits while stepping into a new season with God
    Learning to trust that when God downshifts you, it’s so He can move you into a higher gear spiritually
    We walk through key Scriptures about who you keep company with and how it affects you:
    Psalm 1:1–2 – Not walking in the counsel of the ungodly
    Proverbs 13:20 – Walking with the wise vs. the companion of fools
    1 Corinthians 15:33 – “Evil company corrupts good habits”
    1 Corinthians 13:11 – Putting away childish things as we grow
    In this conversation, we’ll look at:
    Why your relationships and environment matter so much
    How “fun” can quietly become an idol
    The pain and beauty of outgrowing old circles
    What it means to trust God enough to let go, shift gears, and hang on to Him
    If you feel God tugging you into a new season—changing your pace, your people, or your priorities—this episode is for you.
    If this encourages you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs it.
    We’re building a community that wants to stop floating through life and start living with purpose, clarity, and action in Christ.
    Scriptures Mentioned:
    Psalm 1:1–2; Proverbs 13:20; 1 Corinthians 15:33; 1 Corinthians 13:11#ThePurposeEffect#EvolutionOfFaith#TrustInGod#ChristianPodcast#FaithJourney#WalkWithGod#SpiritualGrowth#ChristianLiving#Transformation

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    37 min
  • 201: Trusting God When You Can't See the Plan | Faith, Purpose & Leaving the Safe Road with Lisa

    What does it look like to say yes to God even when it makes zero sense? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with Lisa — a mom of four, grandmother of nine, and all-natural ingredient specialist — whose story will challenge everything you think you know about faith, purpose, and trusting God in the deep seasons.

    Lisa shares how a painful divorce and clinical depression in 2008–2009 led her to an intimate, life-changing encounter with God — one that included audible conversations, supernatural healing, and a radical call to leave a successful 18-year corporate career with no backup plan.

    In this episode, you'll hear:

    • How spending 8–15 hours a day in God's presence healed Lisa's heart and transformed her life
    • What it means when God calls you into the "deep" — and why that's actually a gift
    • How fear disguises itself as wisdom and keeps you stuck
    • Why your purpose will always be bigger than you — and that's the point
    • How God speaks through dreams, visions, and supernatural encounters
    • The power of saying yes to God even when it's hard, scary, or doesn't make sense

      • If you've ever felt God nudging you toward something that seems impossible, this episode is for you.

      Whether you're in a wilderness season, questioning your calling, or just beginning your faith walk, Lisa's story is a reminder that God is faithful, He is the provision, and He never wastes a single step of your journey.

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      56 min
    • Wahoo 100 Episodes! How God Transforms Ordinary Lives Into Purpose-Driven Journeys

      We made it to 100 episodes! 🎉 In this milestone celebration, hosts Alesha and David take a look back at how The Purpose Effect was born — from a chance meeting at a Vegas conference to a five-day stay on 76 acres in South Dakota — and how God orchestrated every step of it.
      In this episode, we get raw and real about what it truly means to live a life of purpose — not the lukewarm, Sunday-morning-only kind of faith, but an actively pursued, deeply intentional relationship with Jesus Christ. We talk about spiritual growth, leaving people behind as you evolve, the danger of false idols (yes, including money), and why the American Church has often missed the mark.
      Whether you've been with us since Episode 1 or just found us today, this episode is a powerful reminder that you were created for more — and that God is always doing something bigger than you can see.
      Topics covered:
      How The Purpose Effect started & our origin story
      Living with purpose vs. floating through life
      Spiritual growth and the people you outgrow
      Lukewarm Christianity & the American Church
      Money, idols, and what the Bible actually says
      Satan's tactics when you start walking closer to God
      "Choose your hard" — faith requires action and intention
      Keywords: Christian podcast, living with purpose, faith and intention, spiritual growth, purpose-driven life, Christian lifestyle, intentional living, Jesus, God's plan, Christian community, purpose effect podcast, 100th episode, faith over fear, Christian women, Christian men, Bible study, relationship with God
      New episodes every Monday, Wednesday & Friday.
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      42 min
    • 199: Growth, Grieving and Resilience

      In episode 199 of The Purpose Effect, host David Rosenfeldt opens up about a bittersweet season of life where deep growth, grief, and resilience are all happening at once.
      Fresh off shoulder surgery and reflecting on more than a decade of personal transformation—weight loss, lifestyle change, and spiritual awakening—David shares how God has continually invited him to grow, not just physically and emotionally, but spiritually.
      He talks about:
      Being told he’s “a different person every decade” and why he now receives that as a compliment
      Discovering new tools in his faith journey: grace, joy, and a personal relationship with the Lord
      As his life and priorities shift, some of David’s long-standing relationships are changing or fading. He candidly processes the grief of realizing that old friendships built around past lifestyles don’t always fit a purpose-driven, Christ-centered life.
      Grounded in Scripture, he unpacks:
      Proverbs 13:20 – “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise…”
      1 Corinthians 15:33 – “Bad company ruins good morals.”
      David is careful not to condemn or label old friends as “fools,” but he acknowledges he’s raised his standards and now needs to surround himself with people who nourish his spiritual growth and share a desire to seek the Lord and walk in the light.
      He names the tension of:
      Loving people deeply while choosing not to spend as much time in environments that don’t support his purpose
      Grieving the change in kinship without declaring those relationships dead
      Remembering that God often reconnects people in new seasons when there’s still a purpose in the relationship
      From his past experience with addiction and quitting drugs to today’s spiritual transformation, David explains why other people can feel judged or uncomfortable when you change and they don’t—even when you aren’t judging them. That discomfort can create distance, and it’s okay (and necessary) to grieve that.
      The final movement of the episode centers on resilience:
      Getting back up after hard days, physical pain, emotional setbacks, and disappointment
      Building a new daily routine of Scripture, prayer, and gratitude
      Choosing a perspective of accomplishment and thankfulness instead of defeat
      Seeing Bible study as a lifetime endeavor, where familiar passages take on new meaning as your perspective and maturity grow
      David describes the indescribable peace and joy he’s tasting in this season—“better than any drug or adrenaline rush”—and compares it to the moment a parent first meets their child: you don’t really understand it until you’ve experienced it.
      He encourages listeners to:
      Accept that growth is uncomfortable, non-linear, and sometimes isolating
      Allow themselves to grieve changing relationships without shame
      Lean into resilience by starting each day on the foundation of faith, joy, and gratitude
      Trust that God will bring the right people for the right season as you pursue your purpose
      As the podcast approaches its 100th episode, David reflects on the diligence and resilience it’s taken to stay faithful to this calling and expresses deep gratitude to listeners and the team behind the scenes.
      He closes with an invitation: if this conversation about growth, grieving, and resilience speaks to you, connect with The Purpose Effect—like, subscribe, share—and, above all, seek your own relationship with God.
      Key Topics Covered
      Personal and spiritual growth over decades
      How faith adds new “tools”: grace, joy, and deeper purpose
      Changing friendships as you leave old lifestyles behind
      Grieving shifts in long-term relationships without condemning others
      Biblical wisdom about the company we keep Proverbs 13:20; 1 Corinthians 15:33
      Feeling misunderstood or avoided when you change and others don’t
      Resilience: getting up after hard days and choosing a new perspective
      Daily routines of Scripture, prayer, and gratitude
      Experiencing God’s peace and joy in ways words can’t fully capture
      Trusting God to bring the right people in the right season
      Key Topics Covered
      Personal and spiritual growth over decades
      How faith adds new “tools” grace, joy, and deeper purpose
      Changing friendships as you leave old lifestyles behind
      Grieving shifts in long-term relationships without condemning others
      Biblical wisdom about the company we keep Proverbs 13:20; 1 Corinthians 15:33
      Feeling misunderstood or avoided when you change and others don’t
      Resilience: getting up after hard days and choosing a new perspective
      Daily routines of Scripture, prayer, and gratitude
      Experiencing God’s peace and joy in ways words can’t fully capture
      Trusting God to bring the right people in the right season
      Christian growth and resilience
      grieving changing relationships as a Christian
      biblical wisdom on friendships
      faith-based personal growth podcast
      Christian perspective on grief and change
      spiritual resilience through Scripture and prayer

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      33 min
    • 198: How to Trust God With Your Purpose | Lessons from Hannah's Prayer (1 Samuel 1)

      Are you struggling to find your purpose — or afraid to surrender it once God gives it to you?

      In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha dives deep into the story of Hannah from 1 Samuel 1 and unpacks powerful, life-changing lessons on faith, prayer, surrender, and trusting God's plan even when it's hard. Hannah's story is one of the most relatable in all of Scripture — a woman in pain, crying out to God with raw honesty, and then choosing to trust Him with the very thing she prayed for most.

      If you're walking through grief, unanswered prayers, or you're trying to figure out God's calling on your life, this episode is for you. In this episode you'll discover: ✅ Why pouring out your heart to God in honest prayer is a game-changer for your faith ✅ What Hannah's story in 1 Samuel teaches us about living with purpose and intentionality ✅ Why the Old Testament is just as relevant and powerful as the New Testament ✅ How to surrender your purpose, your dreams, and your calling back to God — and why that's where true freedom begins ✅ The 3-step antidote to discouragement Hannah modeled: honest prayer, godly encouragement, and leaving your problems with God ✅ How to walk out your God-given purpose even when He redirects or pivots your path Whether you're just beginning your faith journey or you're deep in walking out your calling, this episode will challenge you to trust God more deeply and live with greater clarity, intention, and joy.

      🎙️ The Purpose Effect drops every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday — helping you stop floating through life and start living with purpose, clarity, and action.

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      25 min

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