My Morning Devotional

What do we do when feelings of insecurity and fear start to creep into our daily lives? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us to reflect on the strength and confidence God has already placed within us, centering on the empowering message of 2 Timothy 1:7. Together, we’ll uncover how to move beyond fear and feelings of lack, discovering that everything we need to face our day is already within us—God has given us a spiri...

Do you ever find yourself looking around and comparing your journey to those around you? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us to explore the importance of staying in our own lane as we dive into Galatians 6:4 and reflect on the impact of comparison in our daily lives. Together, we’ll discover how focusing on our unique calling can lead to greater confidence, clarity, and joy, even in the midst of busy routines and dist...

How do we hold onto trust when tragedy strikes and life feels impossible to understand? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi explores what it means to trust God fully, even when we’re faced with devastating news, like the recent floodings in Texas. Together, we can surrender our anxieties and embrace faith, remembering that even when answers are hard to find, we’re never alone in our struggles.

Join us in this moment of prayer and...

Where do we turn when we start to feel uncertain or insecure—especially in the chaos of a busy day? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us to explore the true meaning of confidence. Drawing from Jeremiah 17:7, we’ll uncover why real confidence isn’t found in fleeting things like accomplishments or the approval of others, but in trusting God’s unchanging word. Together, we’ll reflect on what it means to start our day by b...

What helps you start your mornings with hope and encouragement?

In today’s episode, our dear Stephanie Muiña reflect on the uplifting words of Psalm 5 and share fresh inspiration for our daily devotional practice. Together, we’ll explore what it means to bring our prayers to God each morning, discover new Christian music to nurture our faith, and build a playlist that sets the right tone for a joyful weekend.

Let’s join together as a...

What does it look like when something good begins to take the place of God in our lives?

In today’s episode, host Stephanie Muiña invites us to reflect on Psalm 4 and search our hearts for anything that might be replacing God as our primary source of affirmation, peace, or identity. Together, we’ll explore how even the positive things—like fitness routines, self-love podcasts, or everyday hobbies—can quietly become false gods if we’...

What carries us when life feels overwhelming, and the challenges seem too big to carry alone?

In today’s episode, host Stephanie Muiña explores the comfort, strength, and encouragement found in Psalm 3. Together, we’ll walk through the honest struggles of feeling isolated—especially for parents of children with special needs—and discover how God’s presence sustains us, lifts our heads, and brings us peace even in the busiest, most d...

What comes to mind when you think about royalty and the power of a king? In today's episode, we'll journey through Psalm 2 with host Stephanie Muiña, as we explore the majesty of God and what it means to be called His children. Together, we'll reflect on the awe-inspiring image of God's throne, discover the courage that comes from knowing our identity in Christ, and learn how to find refuge—and boldness—in Him e...

What keeps us grounded when life’s pace picks up and the to-do list seems never-ending? In today’s episode, our host Stephanie Muiña invites us to slow down and find refreshment in God’s Word as we reflect on Psalm 1. Together, we’ll learn what it means to be like a tree planted by streams of water—rooted, steady, and cared for by God—no matter what our circumstances look like. Stephanie shares from her own experience of navigating...

What does it look like to stand strong together when challenges threaten to pull us apart?

In today’s episode, we wind up an amazing week with Richelle Alessi and her guest Jackie Roman as we explore “The Battlefield of Prayer.” Together, we'll uncover how prayer isn’t just a personal practice, but a powerful unifying force that strengthens marriages, friendships, and our spiritual community. We’ll learn how intentional prayer ...

Does praying out loud with someone—even your spouse—ever feel a little awkward? In today's episode, Richelle Alessi and Jackie Roman are here to help us move from feeling uncomfortable to truly aligned in our prayer lives. We'll walk through practical steps for making prayer a natural and powerful part of our relationships, uncover why praying together can bring unity and strength, and learn how to break through barriers ...

What would it look like if we treated each day as an offering to God? In today's episode, we're joined by Richelle Alessi and special guest Jackie Roman, as we explore the idea of dedicating our everyday, ordinary routines—our work, our meals, and even our moments of rest—to God as an act of worship. We'll dig into Romans 12 and discover practical ways to connect with God from the moment we wake up to the moment we g...

What simple moments are you thankful for today? In this episode, host Richelle Alessi invites us to pause and reflect on the power of gratitude as we prepare our hearts for deeper prayer. We’ll revisit a timeless verse from Psalm 100:4—"enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise"—and explore how choosing thankfulness, even for the little things, reshapes our attitudes, uplifts our spirits, and...

We talk about God's goodness all the time...but do our actions reflect that truth? 

In today’s episode, host Richelle Alessi invites us to pause and reflect on Psalm 34:8, encouraging us to taste and see the Lord’s goodness—both in our highs and our lows. Together, we'll explore how gratitude opens our hearts to more of God’s presence, and how taking refuge in Him brings comfort, peace, and blessings, no matter our circums...

What does it mean to truly surrender and experience transformation in our lives?

In today's bonus episode, Gaby Alessi and Pastor Mary Alessi invite us into a heartfelt conversation about what it looks like to submit to God in every season. We’ll revisit the powerful acronym S.U.B.M.I.T., exploring how surrender, understanding, belief, renewing our minds, initiating time with God, and ultimately being transformed can shape our ...

What does it look like to truly initiate time with God, even in the midst of our busiest seasons?

In today’s episode, hosts Gaby and Mary Alessi, guide us through the final steps of their "Submit to a Season" series by exploring the importance of intentionally seeking God each day. Together, we’ll learn how making the first move toward spending time with God—no matter how simple or short—can lead to deeper surrender, great...

Do your thoughts start to take over during challenging seasons? In today’s episode, hosts Gaby and Mary Alessi invite us into day four of their “Submit to the Season” series, focusing on the crucial topic of minding our minds. We’ll learn together how to take every thought captive, overcome doubt, and intentionally fill our lives with faith—especially when circumstances or even people around us try to plant seeds of unbelief. Throu...

Struggling to believe in God's promises when nothing seems to be working out? In today's episode, host Gaby and her mother, Mary Alessi, invite us into an honest conversation about faith during seasons of delay. Together, we'll explore what it means to believe that God is faithful, even when we feel weary or when life doesn’t go according to plan. Through scripture, personal stories, and encouragement, we’ll discover...

What do we do when life doesn’t go as planned and our prayers seem to go unanswered? In today’s episode, host Gaby Alessi brings her mother, Mary Alessi, along to continue a series on “submitting to the season.”   Together, they explore how letting go of our limited perspective allows us to lean on God’s wisdom and trust in His timing. We’ll discover the beauty of exchanging our uncertainties and frustrations for the deeper grace G...