Spirit Led Life

#97: As we wrap up this year together, today’s episode is a look forward. I want to give you a glimpse of what God has been stirring in my heart for 2026 and what’s ahead for this podcast. This is the last solo episode of the year, and before we take a short break, I want to set the tone for the new year and help you begin listening for what God might be preparing in your own life.

Let’s go to the show.

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#96: If you’ve ever wondered why the holidays feel amazing for some people but exhausting for others, this episode might give you some clarity.

Today, we’re flipping the usual Christmas question on its head, not what do you want from this season, but how do you want to show up in it? Based on the seven motivational gifts from Romans 12, we’re exploring how each one naturally wants to give during the holidays. You’ll walk away encour...

#95: November was a month of contrasts—quiet wisdom and unexpected answers, prayers that took years to be fulfilled, and moments where I noticed God in the simplest details. In today’s reflection, I’m walking you through how I experienced God in my body, soul, and spirit over the past month. From HOA meetings and handpan music to inner soundtracks and spiritual nudges, this episode is both practical and personal. I’ll also share a ...

#94: This week, I’m sharing the story behind my word of the year and the surprising way God used it to shape my courage, health, relationships, and spiritual life. I walk through my faith-centered process for discerning a word, how the Holy Spirit confirmed it, and the reflections that surfaced as I looked back over 2025. You’ll also hear about a new free resource I’m creating to help you seek your own word of the year with God, pl...

#93: Today’s episode is a special one. We’re taking a journey through the voices of those who have shared their wisdom, experiences, and hearts with us this year.

In this episode, we’re revisiting some of the most powerful moments from past guests as they answer one essential question: What does a spirit-led life mean to you? You’ll hear insights that challenge and uplift, and the raw honesty that can only come from those who walk t...

#92: October was a month of deeper layers — of trust, of surrender, of obedience, of waiting. It was full of twists I didn’t see coming. Some moments really stood out, and others quietly settled me in a deeper way than I expected.

In this episode, I’m sharing the real and raw reflections of what supported me in October — not just practically, but spiritually. Some moments were light and joyful, like a day trip with Dave. Others were...

#91: In the last episode, we talked about motivational gifts and marriage, and this week it only seems natural to talk about motivational gifts and children because after all, God places our gifts in us at the time of conception.

Now again, you might be tempted to pass on this episode if you don’t have children and I understand, because I don’t have any living on this earth. However, over the years God’s given me the privilege of wa...

#90: If you caught last week’s episode where Dave and I shared The Real Story Behind 26 Years of Marriage, you know marriage has been on my heart lately. We laughed, we reminisced, and we got honest about what it really looks like to grow together over time.

Today, I want to take that conversation a little deeper — not just about how we grow, but why understanding how God designed us can change the way we love and relate to one anot...

#89: This week’s episode is unlike any other—because I’m not alone at the mic.

To celebrate our 26th wedding anniversary, I invited my husband Dave to join me for a candid, unfiltered conversation about our marriage. From our first impressions and funny stories (including one that involves a broken frosting cap and a nail 😆) to the deep work of healing, growing, and learning to love each other better. We’re pulling back the curtain...

#88: Have you ever noticed how the Enneagram has become a household conversation? People throw out their numbers at dinner parties or in small groups, and suddenly you feel like you know them better. But what if we made motivational gifts just as common?

Now, let me be clear—I’m not here to speak against the Enneagram. In fact, I find it to be a really helpful tool. But I believe motivational gifts give us something unique that we c...

#87 In this month’s reflections episode, I’m sharing the small but powerful shifts that carried me through September — from a surprising breakthrough in my snoring saga to a favorite podcast episode I almost didn’t record.

I’ll talk about how a new workout routine is strengthening more than just my body, how one verse calmed my fear of aging, and how a deep conversation with an old mentor reminded me why I’m so grateful to have Jesu...

#86: Have you ever raised your hand to serve in church, only to feel exhausted, frustrated, or even a little bit bitter afterward? You wanted to help. You wanted to make a difference. But somehow, it didn’t feel like joy—it felt like work. In this episode, we’re talking about why that happens and how to prevent it. I’m sharing why knowing your God-given motivational gift before you volunteer isn’t just a nice idea, it’s essential f...

#85: Have you ever looked around your church—or even your small group—and thought, “Something’s missing here”? Maybe not in a critical way, but in a deeper, spiritual way. Like the body isn’t fully functioning, but you can’t quite name what part is out of alignment?

I think we’ve all felt that. I know I have.

And the more I’ve studied the motivational gifts from Romans 12, the more I believe this: We are not just individuals wired by...

#84: Today’s episode is a little different. It’s not another gift breakdown or personality deep-dive. It’s a heart-to-heart. A bit of a wake-up call. And, honestly, it’s something I’ve been carrying for a long time.

Because here’s the truth:

We talk about purpose.

We talk about calling.

We talk about being the body of Christ.

But very few churches are teaching people how to understand how they were formed by God to function within that ...

#83 There were things that stretched me—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. But there were also sweet moments of healing, rest, and clarity. This month brought a long-overdue trip, a change in rhythm, a few unexpected revelations, and even a new go-to coffee order.

In today’s episode, I’m looking back on what supported me this month—what grounded me, challenged me, or helped me reset. I’ll share some personal stories, a few un...

#82: If you’ve ever felt like you were doing everything “right” but still found yourself exhausted, spiritually depleted, or wondering, “Whose life am I even living?”—this conversation is for you.

I invited Dr. Eboni L. Truss back on the podcast because she has such a gift for getting to the root of what’s really going on when high-achieving women hit burnout—and how our motivational gifts can unintentionally fuel that spiral if we’...

#81: Today we’re diving into a question I get asked often: Can your motivational gift actually become your career? We’ll talk about what it looks like when your gift is your full-time work, what it looks like when it’s expressed in a different kind of job, and how God positions us in both situations. I’ll share a story I recently saw in the news that got me thinking about Proverbs 18:16, plus some reflections from my own journey. W...

#80: Today we’re talking about a word that carries a lot of weight in church circles—ministry. For many people, that word brings up images of pulpits, mission trips, or being on staff at a church. And if we’re not doing those things, it can feel like we’re not really in ministry.

But what if that definition is too narrow?

What if ministry isn’t about where you serve, or whether your work is in a church building or a nonprofit, but ab...

#79: In today’s episode, I’m sharing my monthly reflection for July—looking at what supported me in my body, soul, and spirit this month.

Some highlights include a verse God has been speaking to me over and over again, a milestone I celebrated that means more to me than my birthday, and a quote that made me pause and question whether I’ve been resting or just proving.

It’s been a quiet, inward kind of month—but God has been moving i...