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  • 185: Perseverance, Perspective and Purpose June 19, 2026

    David explores how perseverance, godly perspective, and living on purpose transform suffering into hope, healing, and daily faith-filled action.
    Episode Summary (Show Notes)
    In episode 185 of The Purpose Effect, host David Rosenfeldt gets real about walking through a hard season and what it actually looks like to persevere with a godly perspective.
    Drawing from Proverbs, Isaiah, Romans 5:3–4, and Corinthians, David unpacks how suffering can produce character and hope when we stay faithful, keep moving, and actively participate in the life God designed for us—rather than praying and passively waiting.
    He contrasts spiraling in overwhelm with stepping back, breathing, and remembering that God’s plan is greater than our plan, even when we don’t understand it. David talks about:
    Choosing to see trials as temporary
    Trusting God’s faithfulness while still “walking the walk”
    Forgiving repeatedly (and honestly, imperfectly)
    Letting go of “carrying someone else’s mud” (resentment, offense, and anger)
    Nourishing your spirit daily with Scripture, prayer, and healthy inputs instead of constant negativity, news, or empty noise
    Using quotes from Benjamin Franklin, Tony Robbins, George Patton, and William James, David connects practical perseverance (“be the best French fry cook in the place”) with spiritual identity: you are God’s intentional creation, not a mistake.
    He shares candidly about:
    Learning to forgive again and again when old hurts resurface
    Practicing faith like an athlete practices their sport
    Moving from loneliness (even in crowds) to deep peace, even when physically alone
    Embracing identity as God’s child and receiving grace, joy, and peace as promised in Scripture
    David closes by encouraging listeners to carefully nourish their minds and spirits, keep their perspective anchored in God’s truth, and persevere through hard seasons without picking up burdens that aren’t theirs. He invites you to walk your own walk, borrow any tools that help, and join the Purpose Effect community as they “change the world by changing themselves.”
    He also teases exciting updates:
    Alesha’s new book launches June 26, 2026
    A new Purpose Effect website is on the way, with more resources for the community

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    38 min
  • 186: Faith Over Fear: Living With Purpose, Clarity & God-Given Direction

    What happens when God keeps downloading wisdom to your heart — but fear holds you back from sharing it? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with her longtime friend Talia for a raw, honest conversation about pursuing God passionately, stepping boldly into your calling, and learning to hear His voice clearly.

    Talia shares her 30-year faith journey — the hard seasons, the slow growth, and how God has used every struggle to pour wisdom into her that was never meant to stay hidden. If you've ever wondered whether God is really speaking to you, or felt the tension between waiting on Him and stepping forward, this episode is for you.

    🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:

    • How to hear God more clearly in your daily quiet time
    • Why your pain and setbacks are preparation — not punishment
    • How to step out in faith without getting ahead of God
    • The power of obedience, even when it feels small

      • ✨ You are called. You are capable. You were created with intention.


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      45 min
    • 184: The Disconnect That's Keeping You Stuck | Mind, Body & Faith Alignment for a Purpose-Driven Life

      Are you going through the motions but feeling like something is missing? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha breaks down the three hidden layers of disconnect — mindset, physical health, and spiritual life — that keep so many people floating through life without clarity, intention, or purpose.

      You'll discover:

      • Why your limiting beliefs and negative self-talk are silently holding you back
      • How your body is signaling burnout — and what to do about it
      • Why a deeper relationship with God is the most powerful foundation for real transformation
      • Practical questions to identify your disconnect and start living with purpose TODAY

        • Whether you're battling anxiety, victim mentality, low self-worth, or spiritual stagnation, this episode will challenge you to stop avoiding, stop sitting in it — and walk through it.

        📖 Alesha's book "Wake Up and Live" launches June 26!

        🎙️ New episodes drop Monday, Wednesday & Friday

        Subscribe & share to help spread this movement of intentional, purpose-driven living.


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        29 min
      • 183: Whispers of Truth: Living with Purpose, Faith & Intention When the World Is Full of Noise

        In a world where lies are screamed and truth comes in whispers, how do you find your way back to what really matters?
        In this raw, unscripted conversation, Alesha and David sit down over morning coffee and get real about the struggles, the growth, and the unshakeable faith that anchors intentional living. This isn't a polished performance — it's an honest look at what it means to pursue purpose when life gets hard.
        In this episode, you'll discover:
        How to decipher truth from lies in a noisy, distracted world
        Why living a spiritual life has real, practical value
        How to trust God's perfect plan while showing up at your best
        The power of reflection, faith, and intentional daily action
        Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or searching for clarity, this conversation will remind you that you are not alone — and that a life of purpose is within reach.
        🎙️ The Purpose Effect is your go-to podcast for Christian faith, personal development, intentional living, and spiritual growth. New episodes drop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
        Subscribe, share, and start living with purpose today.

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        47 min
      • 182 Time perspective and perception, June 10, 2026

        Purpose Effect podcast – “Time, Perspective, and Perception”
        Host: David | Theme: Christian personal growth, time stewardship, intentional living
        In this Purpose Effect episode, David explores time, perspective, and perception through a biblical Christian lens and practical personal development. He contrasts scriptural views of time (Proverbs 27:1, Ecclesiastes 3) with secular wisdom (Benjamin Franklin, Leo Tolstoy, Chinese proverb, Gandhi) to show that time is a non‑renewable resource, a commodity more valuable than money, and a key ingredient in living a purpose‑driven life.
        David explains how our relationship with time shifts with age, repetition, anticipation, busyness, and rest, highlighting how perspective changes our experience of time even though the “tick of a second” never changes. He emphasizes time stewardship, intentional living, and using time for growth—spiritually (prayer, Scripture, fellowship), physically (exercise, breaks, nutrition), mentally (reflection, boundaries, rest), and relationally (presence with family instead of screens).
        Drawing from Ecclesiastes 3 (“a time for everything”), he stresses balance: a time to work and a time to rest, a time to speak and a time to listen, a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to build and a time to tear down. He connects this to the Purpose Effect lifestyle: stop floating through life, start living with purpose, clarity, intentional action, and organized time management (calendars, scheduling, breaks, planned routines).
        Using examples like hourly movement breaks, baking bread as a grounding practice, Olympic‑level practice and preparation, and the Chinese proverb “The best time to plant a tree was 10 years ago, the second best is now”, he encourages listeners to:
        Plan and organize their time
        Set healthy boundaries around time, work, and expectations
        Replace worry and anxiety with constructive action
        Be fully present with family and loved ones (put down the phone, engage, ask questions)
        Accept that real growth is often uncomfortable and born out of difficulty and conflict
        Align daily choices of how they spend their time with God’s purpose and long‑term calling
        He closes by asking listeners reflective questions about whether they are using time wisely and valuing it properly, and by reminding the community that “together we are changing the world”—each in our own world, and all of us collectively—inviting them to subscribe, like, share, and watch for the upcoming website and future resources.
        Redeeming Time: A Christian Guide to Time, Perspective, and Purposeful Living (Ecclesiastes 3, Proverbs 27:1)
        The Purpose Effect
        Purpose Effect lifestyle
        Purpose Effect community
        podcast with David and Alesha
        Monday and Wednesday episodes
        Friday double‑perspective episodes
        stop floating through life
        live with purpose clarity and action
        changing the world together
        upcoming Purpose Effect website

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        34 min
      • 181: How to Build High Impact Habits & Live with Purpose | Brandon Hintz

        What does it really take to stop floating through life and start living with intention? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with personal development leader, entrepreneur, and author Brandon Hintz — founder of the Now Academy and Impact Maker Publishing — to talk about how faith, identity, and daily habits shape the life you were designed to live.

        Brandon shares the story behind his new book High Impact Habits, why the next coach or course won't fix you until you realign with who you truly are, and the simple mindset shift that can transform your everyday interactions and relationships.

        In this episode, you'll learn:

        • How to build high impact habits that create visible, lasting results
        • Why your identity is the foundation of personal growth and purpose-driven living
        • The power of realigning your beliefs before chasing the next goal
        • How faith and daily practice fuel entrepreneurial success
        • Why "you were made for more" isn't just a phrase — it's a call to action
        • Whether you're an entrepreneur, a coach, or someone simply craving more clarity and direction, this conversation will challenge you to stop waiting and start living on purpose.

          • 🎁 Special gift for listeners: Use promo code PURPOSE at HighImpactHabits.com to get the digital book + bonuses for just $7!

          💬 Free gift from Brandon: Message the word "Impact" to Brandon on Facebook and he'll send you a free gift! Find him at /BrandonHintzlife.

          Connect with Brandon:

          • 🌐 HighImpactHabits.com
          • 🌐 BrandonHintz.com
          • 📘 Facebook: /BrandonHintzlife
          • 📸 Instagram: @hintz.brandon
          • 💼 LinkedIn: /brandonhintz

            • 📚 High Impact Habits by Brandon Hintz — available now on Amazon.

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            50 min
          • 180: Stop Floating, Start Living: The Power of Consistency, Fearing God, and Living with Purpose

            What does it really mean to fear God — and why could it be the key to unlocking a life of purpose, clarity, and lasting results? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, hosts Alesha and David get raw and real about the daily grind of consistency, the discipline of self-care when no one's watching, and the difference between loving God and truly fearing Him. They unpack why the "fear of the Lord" isn't about cowering — it's about deep respect, obedience, and showing up even when it's hard.
            Whether you're struggling to stay consistent with your goals, navigating faith in a noisy world, or searching for meaning beyond the daily routine, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.
            In this episode:
            Why consistency is the only formula that produces results
            The difference between loving God and fearing God — and why it matters
            How personal backgrounds shape the way we read and apply Scripture
            The Bible as a practical guidebook for everyday living
            How to push through when you don't feel like it
            Keywords: Christian podcast, living with purpose, fear of the Lord, faith and consistency, spiritual growth, intentional living, Christian motivation, Bible study, purpose-driven life, faith over fear, Christian lifestyle, obedience to God, mental health and faith, self-discipline, Christian community

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            48 min
          • 178: From Engineer to Musician: Aaron Hedges on Purpose, Faith & 30 Years of Living His Calling

            What happens when a top engineering student walks away from a prestigious career path to follow his true calling? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with Aaron Hedges — full-time musician for over 30 years, network marketer, husband, father, and grandfather — to unpack what it really means to live with intention.
            Aaron shares his raw, unfiltered journey: leaving one of the top engineering schools in the country, discovering his passion for music, and building a life aligned with purpose. Together, Alesha and Aaron explore mindset, faith, servant leadership, and how network marketing became a vehicle for helping others grow — personally and professionally.
            If you've ever felt stuck, like you're floating through life without direction, this episode is for you.
            In this episode:
            How Aaron left a promising engineering career to pursue music full-time
            The mindset shifts that changed everything
            How network marketing and wellness became tools for transformation
            What servant leadership really looks like in business and life
            Living on purpose — spiritually, professionally, and personally
            Keywords: living with purpose, mindset podcast, Christian podcast, faith and business, network marketing tips, personal development, purpose-driven life, how to find your calling, musician entrepreneur, servant leadership, wellness journey, The Purpose Effect podcast
            New episodes drop Mondays with Alesha, Wednesdays with David, and Fridays together. Subscribe so you never miss a conversation that could change your life.

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            44 min
          • 179: Salt: historical, cultural, biblical

            In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host David Rosenfeldt delivers a mid-week reflection centered on the multifaceted metaphor of salt. Moving away from physical health, David explores salt's historical, cultural, biblical, and culinary significance to challenge listeners to live an intentional, purpose-driven life rather than simply "floating" through daily routines.David breaks down the various historical dimensions of salt—noting its use as ancient currency ("worth your salt"), a flavor enhancer, a natural preservative, a chemical disinfectant for newborns in Ezekiel, and a symbol of God's eternal covenant with King David. He highlights the dual nature of salt: it represents purity and eternity, yet in excess (like the Salt Flats or the Salton Sea), it embodies desolation, dehydration, and judgment.Using a cooking analogy, David compares the density and texture of three kitchen salts (flaky, kosher ground, and heavy rock salt) to different spiritual and emotional needs. Flaky salt represents gentle, uplifting conversation; kosher salt matches standard daily tasks; and heavy rock salt (or a livestock salt lick) represents the deep grit and tenacity needed to endure hardships. He warns against "over-salting" life with superficial busyness (like over-committing to boards and committees) to mask a lack of purpose.Ultimately, David references Luke 14 to warn against losing one's "saltiness" through impure or secondary sources. He concludes that true resilience, integrity, and purpose can only be consistently replenished by drawing from God's supply, urging listeners to do the hard spiritual work required to truly earn their salt.
            Keywords & Subject Tags
            Primary Concepts & Metaphors
            The Purpose Effect
            Salt Metaphor;Worth Your Salt
            Flavor Enhancer
            Preservation & Longevity
            Tenacity & Grit
            Spiritual Replenishment
            Floating Through Life
            Intentional Living
            Biblical & Theological Themes
            Covenant of Salt
            Ezekiel (Infant Salting)
            Luke 14 (Salt Losing Its Saltiness)
            King David
            Old Testament Symbolism
            God's Supply Room
            Purity & Integrity
            Divine Grace & Assistance
            Culinary & Practical
            Analogies
            Flaky Salt (Gentle Encouragement)Kosher Ground Salt (Daily Tasks)Rock Salt / Salt Lick (Deep Endurance)
            Cooking & Seasoning
            Over-salting (Superficial Busyness)
            Food Flavor Balance
            Geography, Folklore & Nature
            Salt Flats
            Salton Sea
            Desolation & Judgment
            Dehydration vs. Retention
            Livestock & Ranching Instincts
            Ancient Currency
            Development & Lifestyle
            Gratitude
            Overcoming Obstacles
            Parenting & Screen Time
            Community Building
            Mindful Conversation
            Accountability & Effort

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            34 min
          • 177: Small Steps, Big Life: Daily Habits That Unlock Your Purpose

            What if the secret to living with purpose wasn't some massive life overhaul — but the small, intentional choices you make every single day? In this Friday episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha and David get real about the daily rituals, mindset shifts, and tiny habits that carry them through both the easy days and the hard ones.
            From morning gratitude practices and dressing with intention, to the power of perspective, guarding your energy, and nourishing every part of who you are — this episode is packed with honest, actionable wisdom for anyone ready to stop floating and start living.
            🐝 Plus, David shares a wild beekeeping story that perfectly illustrates why the little details in life matter more than you think.
            In this episode:
            Why how you start your morning sets the tone for your entire day
            The connection between what you wear and how you feel
            How to protect your mindset by choosing who you're around
            The danger of "nourishing the wrong things" — and how to stop
            Why gratitude isn't toxic positivity — it's a powerful daily choice
            How faith, scripture, and intentional living work together
            Tips for slowing down, limiting screen time, and being present
            If you're ready to live with more clarity, consistency, and purpose — this episode is for you.
            🎙️ The Purpose Effect drops every Monday (Alesha), Wednesday (David), and Friday (both together).
            👇 Like, comment, and subscribe to join a community of people who are done drifting and ready to live on purpose.

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            41 min

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