Your Deep Life For Christian Women Podcast Deep Conversations. Faith-Filled Living. Purpose Unlocked

In today’s episode, I get the awesome privilege to speak again with Dr. Gwendolyn Fearing-Afflick. We dig deeper into her book on topics of emotional healing, dealing with anxiety and worry, and how to push through when you’re disappointed and angry with God.

Dr. Gwendolyn opens up with transparency and authenticity as she shares her tools and frameworks for building a deeper connection with God.

Order a copy of After God’s Heart on Amazon.

To connect with Gwendolyn: Via LinkedIn

Schedule a Discovery Call with Barbara to get one-to-one support to rediscover your true self and live-out your God-given purpose.

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On Sunday, September 7th, Your Deep Life for Christian Women Podcast was invited to record a special live episode at the launch of After God’s Heart, the new devotional by Dr. Gwendolyn Fearing-Afflick.

In this first of two conversations, Gwendolyn speaks candidly about the real ups and downs of pursuing a heart like God’s. As a mother, social worker, and certified Christian counsellor, she shares openly about loss and grief, disappointment, and even moments of struggling in faith. Her story is both raw and encouraging, reminding us that while life may test our peace and strength, God remains faithful and unchanging.

Join host Barbara Chambers as she and Dr. Gwendolyn dive into the beauty and challenges of walking after God’s heart.

Order a copy of After God’s Heart on Amazon. To connect with Gwendolyn: Via LinkedIn

Schedule a Discovery Call with Barbara to get one-to-one support to discover your purpose or next new chapter.

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We all have why moments—questions filled with frustration, doubt, and even disappointment. But like Gideon, sometimes those whys are just reminders that we’ve forgotten who we really are. 

Today, choose to declare truth over your life: You are strong. You are capable. You are the full package. 

What truth are you speaking over yourself today? Drop it in the comments.

If you need support to move from anger and frustration to understanding who you truly are, schedule a Discovery Call today at https://calendly.com/ydl-transformation/discovery_call.

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Purpose isn’t just a calling—it’s life itself. In this episode of Your Deep Life for Christian Women, Barbara sits down with Annice Silimon—minister, educator, entrepreneur, and the visionary known as The Idea Whisperer.

Annice shares how God’s unexpected turns shaped her journey, and why learning Yet so often, we don’t truly surrender to God; instead, we become unconscious to ourselves, moving through life on autopilot. She highlights how God didn’t ask her for surrender but made her literally unconscious to self to get her attention. Through personal stories and hard-won wisdom, she reminds us that the unexpected doesn’t mean off- course—it often means God is doing something bigger than we could imagine.

If you’ve ever wondered how to find your footing in a season you didn’t plan for, or how to align your atmosphere with God’s voice, this conversation will encourage you to see your detours as divine direction.

To connect with Annice:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annice.silimon

Website: https://growingbrightideas.com/

Schedule a Discovery Call with Barbara to get one-to-one support to discover your purpose or next new chapter.

Website: www.yourdeeplife.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourdeeplife or www.instagram.com/iambarbarachambers

How do you hold onto purpose when surrounded by pain? How do you lead with both strength and softness in a world that often demands one or the other?

In this powerful episode of Your Deep Life for Christian Women, Barbara Chambers is joined by Tara MacDonald, Vice-President of Women & Families Programs at Union Gospel Mission in Vancouver, BC. Tara shares how her work in the heart of the Downtown Eastside—one of Canada’s most marginalized communities—has shaped her understanding of faith, leadership, and justice.

With over a decade in women’s recovery, Tara opens up about the sacredness of women 's stories, the power of walking with instead of ahead of others, and what it truly means to live out your calling in places of adversity. If you’ve ever wondered where God is in the hard places—or how to keep showing up without losing yourself—this episode is for you.

To connect with Tara:

Instagram / Facebook: @ThisIsTaraMac

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/thisistaramacdonald

Schedule a Discovery Call with Barbara to get one-to-one support to discover your purpose or next new chapter.

Website: www.yourdeeplife.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourdeeplife or www.instagram.com/iambarbarachambers

What does it really mean to Release the Hustle Mindset—especially as a woman in business striving to grow, lead, and make impact? In this episode, we’re joined by powerhouse CEO and brand strategist Kim Goodman, founder of BOURGIE Branding and JUBILEE 5785, for a transformative conversation on what happens when you stop pushing and start trusting.

Kim unpacks her personal definition of the hustle mindset and shares the defining moment she knew she had to let go of self-reliance and fully prioritize God in her career. Through her own story, we explore what it looks like to shift from constant striving to spiritual alignment—where peace replaces pressure and purpose leads the way. Kim also offers practical daily habits and spiritual disciplines that help her stay anchored in faith while navigating the demands of business and leadership.

Together, we dive into the power of Matthew 6:33 and how seeking first the kingdom of God has completely transformed her understanding of success, provision, and timing. If you're tired of grinding and yearning for a more aligned, faith-centered way to build your business, this episode will inspire you to release the hustle—and receive God’s best for your life.

To connect with Kim:

Websites: www.bourgiebranding.com | www.jubiliee5785.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackspanese

Schedule a Discovery Call with Barbara to get one-to-one support to discover your purpose or next new chapter.

Website: www.yourdeeplife.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourdeeplife or

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Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails." – Proverbs 19:21. What happens when the purpose you once held no longer fits who you’re becoming?

In this empowering episode, Barbara sits down with Siju Fatona, a seasoned HRprofessional and Founder & CEO of Crown Mentorship, a nationwide nonprofit supporting Black professionals through mentorship. Siju opens up about her evolving journey—from the corporate world to purpose-driven leadership—and how life transitions, personal faith, and cultural identity shaped her path.

Together, they explore what it means to recognize when your purpose is shifting, listeningto hear God’s voice, and how to respond with clarity and courage.

Whether you're seeking clarity or courage in your own life, this episode will encourage you to trust the unfolding and lean into God’s divine plans—even when they look different than your own.

To connect with Siju:

Email : [email protected]

Website: www.crownmentorship.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sijufatona/

Schedule a Discovery Call with Barbara to get one-to-one support to discover your purpose or next new chapter.

Website: www.yourdeeplife.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourdeeplife or

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Your beliefs shape your reality—and sometimes, they stand in the way of your purpose. In this eye-opening episode of Your Deep Life for Christian Women, host Barbara Chambers sits down with visionary leader and faith-filled trailblazer Dagma Koyi. Together, they unpack how limiting beliefs can delay your destiny—and how faith, not fear, is the true key to activation.

Dagma shares her journey from hesitation to bold obedience, including how a single sermon changed everything with the words, “Faith is the currency of heaven.” She opens up about overcoming rejection, finding confidence in God’s voice, and reclaiming territory that once felt impossible.

Whether you’re navigating self-doubt, fear of failure, or waiting for the “right time,” this conversation will remind you that with God, you already have everything you need.

How to connect with Dagma:

Website: https://heart2heartglobal.org and

www.restcentres.org

Instagram: www.instagram.com/heart_2_heart_global

www.instagram.com/dagmakoyi and

www.instragram.com/restcentres

Schedule a Discovery Call with Barbara to get one-to-one support to discover your purpose or next new chapter.

Website: www.yourdeeplife.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/yourdeeplife or

www.instagram.com/iambarbarachambers

In this powerful season opener, your host Barbara Chambers takes you on a heartfelt journey of discovering and living out your God-given purpose. Sharing personal stories, spiritual truths, and moments of divine direction, Barbara reflects on how purpose isn't a destination—it's a journey shaped by obedience, growth, and love in action.

Whether you're clear on your calling or still searching for meaning, this episode will stir your faith, awaken your spirit, and invite you to pause and listen for the still, small voice of God.

Tune in as we explore how purpose evolves through life’s seasons and why, at its core, purpose is simply God’s love flowing through us to impact the world.

✨ Be inspired.

✨ Be encouraged.

✨ Be reminded—you are here on purpose, with

purpose.

Schedule a Discovery Call with Barbara to get one-to-one support to discover your purpose or next new chapter.

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Can you truly have it all—nurture your children with love and faith, while also honoring the call of purpose on your life?

In this heartfelt conversation, I’m joined by Oyin Isaac, founder of A Sacred Motherhood, as we explore the powerful intersection of motherhood and identity. Oyin reminds us that “sometimes motherhood finds you before your purpose”—a truth many women will deeply resonate with.

Together, we unpack what it means to navigate identity shifts, rediscover purpose in the midst of motherhood, and live a life that feels both sacred and aligned. Whether you're a new mother or further along in your parenting journey, this episode offers encouragement, wisdom, and practical insight to help you walk in purpose without losing yourself.

Oyin Isaac is an author, speaker, and community leader based in Toronto. She is the founder of A Sacred Motherhood, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting and empowering women from all walks of life. Her impactful work has been recognized nationally, including being named one of the 100 Accomplished

Black Canadian Women (2022) and one of Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch (2023). Oyin is also a loving wife and mother of two.

To connect with Oyin Isaac

website: https://asacredmotherhood.com/

Instagram: @oyinisaac @_sacredmotherhood

Your Host, Barbara Chambers is a certified MR™ Life Coach and the founder of YDL Transformation Inc. To learn more and to schedule a 30-mintue compliment Discovery Call, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.yourdeeplife.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

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