Joyful Purpose - a Faith Journey Podcast for Christian women and moms | Identity in Christ

She almost died from a miscarriage

complication.

She was 3 weeks postpartum when we

recorded this.

And she sat down and talked about

grief, loss, and the healing journey

God walked her through — with more

honesty and grace than most people

bring to their best days.

Chelsea Fain is a writer, worship

leader, choir director, and educator

who has learned — the hard way —

that God's faithfulness is not

determined by your present

circumstances.

In Part 1 of this two-part

conversation, Chelsea opens up about:

- A miscarriage that almost killed her

— and what God did in the healing

- How she speaks truth over herself

when grief hits unexpectedly

- Anchor scriptures that keep her

sane in the storm

- What it looks like to grieve a baby

while holding a newborn

- Parenting as the most humbling mirror

God ever gave us — and why that's

actually beautiful

- Why the Holy Spirit corrects behavior

— but never attacks your identity

Part 2 drops next week — divorce,

new seasons, co-parenting, and her book.

📖 Scripture: Romans 8:28, Psalm 34:18,

Lamentations 3:22-23

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Someone told me I was dark. Not pretty.

I was a little girl.

And I believed them for a very long time.

Then I walked into a different room.

Everything people said about me changed.

But I hadn't changed. Not one thing.

The room changed. The words changed.

And I realized — words are not just

opinions. They are either cages or wings.

This is the personal faith journey behind

Episode 12 of Joyful Purpose — and the

truth that changed everything about how

Sheila speaks over her children, herself,

and the women in her life.

A Christ centered life means living with

purpose in what we say — online, at home,

and in the quiet of our own minds.

In this episode:

- The story of a word spoken over Sheila

as a child that shaped her for years

- What James 3 says about the tongue

and the whole course of a life

- Why Proverbs 18:21 is more serious

than most christian women realize

- The specific challenge of faith and

the comment section — social media

and the tongue

- Words we speak over ourselves —

and why they matter just as much

- How to speak life over your children

intentionally every day

- 3 practical shifts this week

📖 Scripture: James 3, Proverbs 18:21,

Psalm 19:14, Deuteronomy 6

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Today's guest is someone more important

than any podcast coach, film actress,

or faith leader Sheila has ever

interviewed.

Her daughter Lily.

In one of the most joyful, tender, and

surprisingly profound episodes of

Season 3, Sheila sits down with her

young daughter for an honest

conversation about God, faith, prayer,

heaven, and what it means to grow up

believing.

Jesus said — "Unless you change and

become like little children, you will

never enter the kingdom of heaven."

This episode is what that verse looks

like in real life.

Lily talks about who God is, whether

He talks back when she prays, what she

would ask Him if she had one question,

what heaven looks like, and what she

wants to say to every grown-up woman

listening today.

Her answers will stop you in your

tracks.

This is the most personal faith journey

episode of Season 3. A Christ centered

life — lived simply, with wonder —

through the eyes of a child.

In this episode:

- What a child's faith sounds like

— unfiltered and extraordinary

- The one question Lily would ask God

- What heaven looks like according to

an under-10 theologian 😂

- Her message to every woman listening

- One thing she knows for sure about God

Bring tissues. 🤍

📖 Scripture: Matthew 18:3,

Psalm 8:2, Mark 10:15

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What does it look like to live from a

secure identity in Christ — not just

know it theologically, but actually

live it out in your marriage, your

motherhood, and your everyday life?

In this episode Sheila sits down with

Shayla Huber — a rodeo wife, boy mom,

and woman of deep faith living on their

family farm in Iowa.

There is something about the rhythm of

farm life — the seasons, the soil, the

slow and steady pace — that mirrors

exactly what God calls us to. Rooted.

Not rushed.

This is a faith journey toward a Christ

centered life — living with purpose

from who God says you are, not what

the world says you should be.

In this episode:

- Living from your identity in Christ

— not toward it

- How a secure identity transforms

marriage from the inside out

- What farm life teaches us about

faithfulness and God's timing

- Raising boys to love Jesus in the

everyday ordinary moments

- What rooted unhurried faith looks

like in a rushed noisy world

📖 Scripture: Colossians 3:3,

Galatians 2:20, Psalm 46:10

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She went to help on a film set.

She had never acted a day in her life.

The director said — "I'd like you to

read for the lead female role."

She thought he meant narrator.

He did not. 😂

In Part 2 of this conversation with

Jenilee Samuel — podcast coach and

founder of Java with Jen — we get to

the story that will make your jaw drop.

The accidental actress. The brown bear

prophecy from 18 months before. A

Christian film alongside Dean Cain and

Eric Roberts. And a sister who had

already auditioned for the same part.

This is the faith journey of a woman

who gave God her yes — and watched Him

prove it over and over again. A Christ

centered life means living with purpose

even when the door makes no sense.

In this episode:

- The full accidental actress story

- The brown bear prophecy

- Why God qualifies the called

- Your scars carry oil for someone

else's healing

- 3 barriers keeping Christian women

from starting their podcast

- How to treat every day like THE day

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📖 Scripture: Revelation 12:11,

2 Corinthians 1:4, Esther 4:14

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What if the exhaustion you feel isn't

from working too hard — but from

measuring yourself against someone

who doesn't even exist?

In this episode Sheila gets honest about

what happened in her own heart after

hearing Jenilee Samuel's calling story.

For thirty seconds she was inspired.

Then the comparison crept in.

Using a powerful analogy from her

corporate career — the Frankenstein

competitor — Sheila unpacks exactly

what we do on social media. We take

her calling, her marriage, her platform,

her highlight reel, stitch it together

into one imaginary woman — and compare

our whole real self to someone who

doesn't exist.

This is your faith journey back to your

own lane. A Christ centered life means

living with purpose in YOUR calling —

not someone else's highlight reel.

In this episode:

- The Frankenstein competitor analogy

from corporate life

- What TikTok culture has done to

Christian women and comparison

- Why viral is not the same as anointed

- How to turn comparison into prayer

- 3 practical shifts this week

📖 Scripture: Galatians 6:4,

2 Corinthians 10:12, Hebrews 12:1

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What do you do when God has placed a

calling on your life — but nothing

visible is happening?

Sheila sits down with Jenilee Samuel —

podcast coach, show host, and the woman

who personally coached Sheila into

launching Joyful Purpose.

Jenilee spent 10 years privately crying,

feeling like her gifts were wasting away.

Then the Holy Spirit said:

"You be faithful with today. I can

create a platform for you in a day."

This is the personal faith journey of a

woman who believed that. A Christ

centered life means living with purpose

even in the silent seasons. To glorify

Jesus in the waiting is the highest

obedience.

In this episode:

- What faithfulness looks like in the

silent years of a christian woman

- Why your season of quiet obedience

is never wasted by God

- How David's years of shepherding

prepared him for Goliath

- Navigating naysayers while walking

in God's calling

- How to hear God's voice clearly

across different seasons of faith

🎬 PART 2 drops Sep 11 — the accidental

actress story and the brown bear

prophecy. Subscribe now!

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📖 Scripture: Proverbs 16:9,

2 Corinthians 1:4, 1 Samuel 17

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This is not a full episode.

This is a warning. 😂

Because this Friday — August 28th —

Jenilee Samuel is joining me on

Joyful Purpose and I need you to

be ready.

Jenilee is a podcast coach, show host,

and founder of the Java with Jen

community. She has helped hundreds of

Christian women find their voice and

get their message into the world.

She also personally coached ME into

launching this podcast.

So yes — I interviewed the woman who

taught me how to do this.

And what she shared about ten years of

silent faithfulness, showing up when

nothing visible was happening, and the

moment the Holy Spirit said something

that changed everything —

I am still thinking about it.

This Friday. Episode 8.

"Faithful in the Waiting."

Subscribe right now so it lands in

your feed automatically.

And next week after? She is back for Part 2.

The accidental actress story.

The brown bear prophecy.

Dean Cain. Eric Roberts.

I am not kidding.

Two Fridays. One extraordinary woman.

Do not miss either one.

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When was the last time you truly rested

— without feeling guilty about it?

Sheila gets honest about the hollow

exhaustion that comes not from working

hard but from never stopping — and the

terrifying, deeply freeing invitation

God extended: just stop.

This is the faith journey of a Christian

woman who learned that a Christ centered

life includes rest. Living with purpose

doesn't mean constant output. Biblical

rest is not laziness. It is obedience.

To glorify Jesus we must stop striving

and start trusting.

This is not a productivity episode.

This is a permission episode.

In this episode:

- What Genesis 2 reveals about rest —

God built Sabbath into creation

- What Hebrews 4 says — Sabbath for

christian women is a posture not

just a day

- Why choosing rest is one of the most

countercultural acts of faith

- The real difference between biblical

rest and laziness

- What rest looks like for a busy

christian working mom

- 3 small ways to practice Sabbath

this week

📖 Scripture: Genesis 2:2–3,

Hebrews 4, Matthew 11:28

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What if the thing pulling you away from

your work isn't an interruption to your

purpose — but IS your purpose?

A small hand. A caterpillar on a leaf.

A Tuesday afternoon that changed

everything.

Sheila shares the moment God whispered:

this is not an interruption to your

calling. This IS your calling.

This is the faith journey of a Christian

mom learning that a Christ centered life

means living with purpose in the ordinary

moments — not just the impressive ones.

To glorify Jesus in the holy

interruptions is the real calling.

In this episode:

- What Psalm 127 really says about

children — heritage and eternal value

- Why Deuteronomy 6 designs faith to

happen in ordinary parenting moments

- The working mom guilt loop and how

christian women can break it

- Why presence is quality not quantity

- 3 practical things for christian moms

to try this week

📖 Scripture: Psalm 127:3,

Deuteronomy 6:4–7

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What if God's definition of success

looks almost nothing like the world's

— and that's actually the best news

you've heard all week?

Sheila gets honest about the hollow

feeling that followed a strong

performance review — and the moment

she realized she had been measuring

herself with the wrong ruler her

entire career.

This is the faith journey of a Christian

working mom who discovered that a

Christ centered life means living with

purpose defined by faithfulness — not

the world's metrics. Glorify Jesus in

the quiet — that is the whole job.

In this episode:

- Why the world's definition of success

never satisfies christian women

- The mom tax — what it really costs

working moms in faith and career

- What "Well done good and faithful

servant" really means

- How Micah 6:8 redefines biblical

success for women

- The priests of Exodus and why God

meets us in faithful ordinary work

- 3 ways to redefine success this week

Also — don't miss Episode 3 with Judy

Connolly — the living example of quiet

faithful obedience over 40 years.

📖 Scripture: Matthew 25:21, Micah 6:8,

Colossians 3:23

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What if the parts of yourself you've

been trying to fix were actually put

there on purpose by God?

Sheila opens Psalm 139 and gets personal

about the years she spent shape-shifting

— apologizing for how she was wired —

without realizing she was quietly telling

God He got it wrong.

Fearfully and wonderfully made is not

just a verse to cross-stitch. It is a

truth that changes the way you show up

in every room, every relationship, and

every calling.

This is your faith journey back to who

God designed you to be. A Christ

centered life starts with believing God

made you on purpose — for a purpose.

Living with purpose means stopping the

apology for how you were made.

In this episode:

- What Psalm 139 says about YOU

specifically — not women in general

- Why your body, mind, and personality

are not accidents — God made you

on purpose

- The enemy's strategy to keep Christian

women shallow and isolated

- How he attacks relationships to keep

you from being truly known

- What deep connection requires and why

it starts with self knowledge

📖 Scripture: Psalm 139,

Ecclesiastes 4:12, Luke 5:4

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What does faith look like when you're

walking through loss — and God feels

silent?

In this episode Sheila sits down with

Judy Connolly — a woman of extraordinary

grace who has walked through loss, grief,

and the long tender journey of parenting

adult children — all while holding onto

a God who stayed near even when she

couldn't feel Him.

This is a personal faith journey through

the hardest seasons of life. A Christ

centered life doesn't mean pain-free —

it means held. Living with purpose even

in the breaking.

For anyone who has carried invisible

grief, wondered how to keep trusting

God through loss, or loved someone who

needed presence more than answers.

In this episode:

- Walking through loss with faith intact

- What God's nearness looks like in the

darkest seasons of a christian woman

- Parenting adult children — releasing

without giving up

- Why lament is biblical — bringing

grief honestly to God

- How trusting God in grief leads to

unexpected hope

📖 Scripture: Psalm 34:18,

Lamentations 3:22–23

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What if the exhaustion you feel has

nothing to do with how much you're

doing — and everything to do with

what you're trying to prove?

Sheila gets honest about the proving

years — striving to earn a place at

every table as a Christian working mom

— and the quiet moment God said: I

never asked you to prove anything.

This is your faith journey back to

worth. A Christ centered life means

living with purpose from who God says

you are — not what you produce.

If you've ever tied your worth to your

title, your productivity, or your

performance — this episode is going

to set something free in you.

In this episode:

- The hidden lie behind hustle culture

and performance-driven faith

- What Genesis 1:27 says about biblical

self worth for Christian women

- Why Romans 5:8 is the most

countercultural verse about value

- The real cost of the mom tax and

what God says about it

- 3 ways to stop proving and start

living from received worth

📖 Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Romans 5:8,

Colossians 3:23

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What if you've been spending your whole

life trying to discover who you are —

when God already told you?

In this Season 3 opener, Sheila unpacks

one of the most foundational truths of

the Christian life: your identity in

Christ is not something you build, earn,

or find. It is received — spoken over

you by a God who created you, called

you by name, and claimed you as His own.

This is your faith journey back to who

God says you are. A Christ centered life

starts here — living with purpose rooted

in His truth, not your performance.

If you've ever felt hollow behind your

accomplishments, exhausted by the

pressure to perform, or quietly unsure

of who you are — this episode is for you.

In this episode:

- Why self-constructed identity always

feels unstable

- What Isaiah 43:1 says about your

identity in Christ

- How Esther, Mary, and Ruth lived from

received identity

- How to stop striving and start receiving

- The FREE Kingdom Identity Quiz

📖 Scripture: Isaiah 43:1, Psalm 139,

Ephesians 1

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Joyful Living – Simple, Sacred, and Unapologetically Present

In a world that glorifies hustle, Joyful Living invites you to slow down and rediscover peace in the ordinary. Sheila shares how choosing presence over pressure and faithfulness over fame leads to a life full of quiet, holy joy. This heartfelt finale will remind you that simple doesn’t mean small—it means sacred.

Joyful Promises – Standing Firm on God’s Word

God’s promises are not distant dreams—they’re living truths that hold us steady through every season. In this episode, Sheila unpacks the beauty of trusting God’s timing, finding strength in His faithfulness, and standing firm when life feels uncertain. Let this be your reminder that every promise He’s spoken over you still stands.

In Part 2 of my conversation with Megan Babcock, we go deeper—into marriage, legacy, and what it means to live with purpose that endures. Megan shares how faith has shaped her journey as a wife, mother, and mentor, and how she continues to walk in obedience even when the path requires surrender.

Together, we talk about building a legacy that reflects God’s goodness, pursuing healing within marriage, and living a life anchored in eternal purpose. This episode will remind you that God writes redemption stories not just for us, but through us.

🎧 Listen now to be encouraged to live, love, and lead with joy that lasts.

In Part 1 of my conversation with Megan Babcock, we talk about resilience, healing, and stepping boldly into the identity God designed for you. Megan shares her powerful story of transformation and the heart behind It’s Your Story to Tell—a ministry and movement that helps others find freedom, wholeness, and purpose through faith.

From trauma to triumph, Megan’s journey reminds us that with Jesus, our stories don’t end in pain—they unfold in redemption.

🎧 Listen now and be encouraged to trust God with your story and walk in your true identity

Joyful Decisions – Navigating Choices with Clarity, Conviction, and Faith

Every yes and no shapes the person you’re becoming. In this episode, we explore what it means to make Spirit-led decisions—not from pressure or perfectionism, but from peace. Discover how to seek God first, follow His whisper, and find joy even in the hardest choices.

Meet Diane Perez, a daughter of the King, life coach, and 12-year domestic violence survivor whose story is filled with God’s healing and transformation. In this episode, she shares how strength, surrender and healing led her to build I AM God’s Princess Healing and Transformative Life Coaching LLC.

We’re diving into one of the themes that has deeply marked my walk with Jesus: obedience. Not just any obedience—but joyful obedience.

You know, obedience can sound heavy, like a list of rules or a burden we’re forced to carry. But when we look at the Gospels, we see something different. Obedience in Jesus’ life, and in the lives of those who followed Him, was always rooted in relationship. It was about love, not law. It was about trust, not control.

And here’s the wonder: when obedience is rooted in trust, it becomes joy.

Part 2 of my conversation with Emily is live on the Joyful Purpose podcast! 🌿

If Part 1 inspired you, Part 2 will take you even deeper. Emily shares her heart about navigating challenges, choosing joy, and seeing God’s hand in the everyday. Her testimony is a reminder that our influence grows not from striving, but from surrender.

This episode will encourage you to walk in faith, embrace God’s timing, and trust His purpose for your journey.

I’m so excited to share Part 1 of my conversation with Emily on the Joyful Purpose podcast!

In this episode, Emily opens her heart about walking in faith through life’s transitions. From everyday moments of trust to the big leaps that stretch us, she reminds us that God’s presence is steady and faithful.

Whether you’re in a season of waiting, change, or new beginnings, this episode will encourage you to lean into joy and purpose.

Have you ever wondered if your influence really matters? Maybe you’ve thought, “I’m not a leader,” or “I don’t have a platform.” But here’s the truth—if you have Jesus living in you, you already carry influence. Influence isn’t about titles, microphones, or platforms. It’s about presence. It’s about the way you walk into a room, the way you respond in tough moments, and the way you reflect Christ in everyday spaces.

In this joy-filled and deeply meaningful episode, I sit down with Natalie Jagers—a follower of Jesus, pastor’s wife, mom of three, and the Elementary Principal at Evangel Christian Academy here in Colorado Springs.

We talk about what it looks like to lead with faith, especially in the world of education, and how Natalie stays spiritually grounded through early morning Bible reading (and coffee!). She shares how she creates space for the Holy Spirit in her leadership and how she’s learning to balance grace and growth in a demanding role.

Natalie opens up about her marriage—how she and her husband keep Christ at the center, how they’ve grown through hard seasons, and how their faith carried them through one of the most difficult times in their lives: the loss of her father and the premature birth of their daughter.

We also talk about leaving a legacy—what it means to raise children in faith, surround ourselves with godly influences, and live a life that points to Jesus. Of course, we sprinkle in some fun too—with our Marriage Metaphors, Legacy Lightning Round, and a Rapid Fire moment at the end.

Natalie’s wisdom, warmth, and joy will leave you encouraged to keep showing up in your own season—with grace, purpose, and faith that lasts.

Whether you're leading at work or at home, navigating transitions, or longing to walk in deeper joy—this season will encourage and equip you to pursue Jesus in every part of your life. Join us as we grow, laugh, learn, and walk in His joy—together.

In this episode of Joyful Purpose, I sit down with Monique, a passionate educator, faith-filled woman, and lifelong learner. From growing up in a Christian home and attending Christian schools, to earning her degree from Liberty University and teaching for over a decade in Australia, Monique’s story is one of trust, obedience, and purpose through every season.

Monique shares:
✅ How her faith shaped her career in education—from traditional classrooms to private tutoring
✅ The spiritual discipline of trusting God's timeline, especially in seasons of transition
✅ Her experience navigating work, rest, and hearing God’s voice clearly
✅ Encouragement for educators, moms, and anyone asking, “God, what’s next for me?”

Her calm strength, thoughtful insight, and quiet obedience will leave you reminded that sometimes the most powerful faith isn’t loud—it’s simply faithful.

In this thoughtful episode of Joyful Purpose, I sit down with my friend Jordan Fenton, a full-time homemaker, women’s ministry leader, and woman of intentional faith. Jordan shares her journey of growing deeper in her relationship with God through inner healing, Bible studies, and the daily practice of seeking stillness and connection with the Lord.

We talk about:
✅ Growing up in faith and rediscovering intimacy with God as an adult 🌿
✅ Morning devotions, affirmations, and worship as anchors in busy seasons
✅ Balancing motherhood, home life, and marriage with grace and presence
✅ The importance of honest prayers, listening for God’s voice, and staying spiritually grounded
✅ Favorite worship songs that lift her spirit — including The Goodness of God by CeCe Winans and King of Kings by Chandler Moore 🎶

Jordan’s heart for creating a decluttered, peaceful, God-centered life will inspire you to slow down, listen for His voice, and find joy in the simple, sacred rhythms of everyday faith.

In this rich and reflective episode of Joyful Purpose, I sit down with my dear friend Stacie, a business owner, homeschooling mom, antique lover, and worshiper with a deep love for Scripture and liturgical prayer.

We talk about:
✅ Her journey of homeschooling and raising her daughter Ruby Gene with faith at the center 🏡
✅ Finding purpose in the slow, sacred rhythms of life
✅ How her love for vintage beauty and quiet creativity mirrors the heart of God
✅ What it means to walk in obedience in both the everyday and the unknown
✅ The power of prayer, community, and worship in anchoring our identity in Christ

Stacie's voice is a calming reminder that faithfulness isn't always loud—it’s often lived out in the gentle, intentional moments. Her words will encourage you to slow down, dig deeper, and find Jesus in the everyday.

In this powerful episode of Joyful Purpose, I sit down with Marina, a woman of deep conviction and radiant faith. From her beginnings in Guatemala to her life as an army wife and ministry leader, Marina shares how intimacy with Jesus, prayer, and spiritual mentorship have sustained her through seasons of loneliness, transition, and growth.

Marina shares:
✅ How heartbreak led her to fall in love with Jesus 💛
✅ The spiritual battles that come with marriage and motherhood
✅ Her daily rhythm of fasting, journaling, and rising early to meet with God
✅ Why having a spiritual family and mentor is vital to walking in faith
✅ Her favorite verse (Psalm 51:10), her heart for women’s ministry, and the legacy she hopes to leave through prayer and purpose

Marina’s wisdom, transparency, and passion for intercession will encourage you to seek deeper intimacy with God and stay rooted in community.

In this heartfelt episode of Joyful Purpose, I sit down with Michelle, my sister-in-law and dear friend of 14 years. Her story is one of quiet strength, intentional living, and a faith that was discovered—not inherited.

Michelle shares:
✅ How she came to faith after growing up without a Christian foundation 🙏
✅ Her journey of forgiveness, especially in reconciling with her mother
✅ Balancing motherhood, career, and faith after an 8-year break from work
✅ The importance of pausing to pray and seeking God’s wisdom in everyday life
✅ Her favorite verses—Jeremiah 29:11 and Philippians 4:13—and why Ruth resonates deeply with her story

Michelle’s life is a reminder that God’s plans are always greater than our pasts. Her humility, honesty, and faith in action will leave you encouraged to lean into God’s grace—wherever you are in your journey.

In this episode of Joyful Purpose, I sit down with Katie, a powerhouse in human resources, a wife, mom of three, and a woman whose life is deeply rooted in faith. We talk about her incredible journey—from growing up in a Christian home to finding her unexpected calling in the world of tech and people leadership.

Katie shares:
✅ How her career in HR began with a “mistake” that turned out to be God’s redirection 🙏
✅ Her struggle and growth in balancing motherhood, leadership, and faith 💼
✅ Why self-compassion is essential for working moms
✅ The impact of prayer, support systems, and surrendering control to God
Katie’s story is a reminder that you don’t have to have it all figured out to be in the center of God’s will. Her insight, honesty, and joy will leave you encouraged and inspired.

In this episode of Joyful Purpose, I sit down with my dear friend Maija, a wife, mother, physical therapist, and woman of steady, Spirit-filled faith. We dive into her faith journey—from college influences and physical healing, to discovering God’s purpose through business ownership and motherhood.

Maija opens up about:
✅ How surrendering to God brought peace and clarity in chaotic seasons
✅ The role of the Holy Spirit, fasting, and scripture in deepening her walk
✅ Encouragement for busy women trying to stay grounded in faith
✅ The beauty of being “fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:13–14)

If you're navigating busy seasons, seeking peace, or wondering how to live out your calling with faith and grace, Maija’s wisdom will speak right to your heart.

In this episode of Joyful Purpose, I sit down with Sara Pirmann, a devoted wife, mom of three, registered nurse, and woman of unwavering faith. Over the past three years, I’ve witnessed her steady grace, patience, and wisdom firsthand, and I’m honored to have her share her journey with us.

Sara opens up about:
✅ Her faith journey and how obedience to God has shaped her path 🙏
✅ Encouragement for women struggling to trust God in everyday moments ✨
✅ Practical, faith-filled tips for finding peace and purpose in the midst of life’s chaos
✅ How she embraces motherhood, marriage, and career while keeping Christ at the center 💛

If you’ve ever felt uncertain about where God is leading you or struggled to stay faithful in daily life, Sara’s story will encourage and inspire you. Join us for a conversation filled with wisdom, laughter, and God’s unwavering presence.

In this episode of Joyful Purpose, I sit down with Siltina Miles, a woman of unwavering faith, active Army National Guard service member, and passionate leader. We dive into her incredible journey—how faith has shaped her life, guided her through leadership roles, and given her strength in times of grief and uncertainty.

Siltina shares powerful insights on:
✅ Discovering leadership through obedience 🙏
✅ Finding faith in the grieving and healing process 💛
✅ How prayer and trust in God changed her workplace perspective 💼
✅ Fun biblical “Would You Rather” questions 🎭

If you’ve ever struggled with trusting God's plan or stepping into leadership, this episode is for you! Be encouraged and inspired by Siltina’s wisdom, resilience, and deep love for God.

In this episode, I’m joined by Silvia, a woman whose faith is deeply rooted in prayer and purpose. From the moment we met, I saw how every step she takes is guided by her unwavering trust in God. Join us as we dive into her journey of faith, resilience, and living a life that glorifies Him.