The True Grit Podcast with Rachel Grit | Seek, Find, and Live Abundant Life

Trusting God With Uncertainty: Finding Peace in Matthew 6 | Bite-Sized Biblecast

Episode Summary:
In this episode, I share a vulnerable snapshot of what it means to seek God first when life feels anything but certain. I open up about a tough season - navigating my husband’s end of a decade-long career, ongoing battles with cancer, financial unknowns, co-parenting struggles, and house drama. I dig deep into Matthew 6, reading not just...

Stuck in the Refining Fire? Me Too. | Trusting God When Storms Rage On

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Episode Summary:
In this episode, I am raw and real about being in a relentless season of refining fire. I share my experience - what it looks like to walk in faith when there's no break between crisis after crisis: brain cancer, job loss, legal battles, and the daily struggle to not numb out from it all. I dig into Jeremiah 17:7, talk about listen...

Living Counter-Culturally: What If Every Christian Started Driving the Speed Limit?

Episode Summary: In this episode, I explore a seemingly simple but profound question: What would happen if every Christian in the United States started driving the speed limit? Together with my husband, we dive into how this everyday act of obedience could become a powerful testimony of our faith. Through personal experiences and biblical insight, we...

Headline: Redefining Purity: Moving Beyond Sexual Purity

Episode Summary: In this episode, Rachel and her husband Cameron have an honest, grace-filled conversation about the topic of sexual purity and why it's important to redefine purity beyond just sexual behavior. They discuss the issues with "purity culture" and how it can be damaging, especially for those who have experienced sexual trauma. Rachel and Cameron sha...

Bite-Sized Biblecast: A Few Steps off the Path

Episode Summary: In this episode of the True Grit podcast, host Rachel Grit explores the dangers of straying from God's path, even by just a little. She discusses Proverbs 14:12, which warns that "there is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death." Rachel emphasizes the deceptive nature of the enemy and how he can present temptations that seem right, but ultimat...

Episode Summary: In this episode, I open up about my experience as part of a blended family and the challenges I've faced within the church community. I share my discomfort with the term "broken family" and emphasize the potential for redemption and wholeness, even in non-traditional family structures. I call for the church to be more aware and accommodating of diverse family dynamics, providing space and validation for those who d...

Bite-Sized Biblecast: Finding Rest in Jesus (Matthew 11:28-29)

Episode Summary: In this episode of the True Grit podcast, I share a "bite-sized Biblecast" focused on the powerful promise found in Matthew 11:28-29. I unpack the practical steps listeners can take to truly find the rest Jesus offers, including the 4-7-8 breathing technique, verbally surrendering to Christ, and aligning our will with God's. As we navigate the fast-pace...

The True Grit Podcast | Episode 2 | How Comparison is Killing Your Faith (& How to Fix It!)

Episode Summary: In this episode of the True Grit podcast, I delve into the insidious and pervasive issue of comparison, particularly in the realm of faith. I share my own struggles with comparison and how it can damage our authentic connection with God. I challenge listeners to identify the sources of influence in their faith and focus...

How to Grow Your Faith with Low Effort

Episode Summary: This episode challenges the idea that growth of faith requires a lot of effort. It explores the concept of "low-effort" faith and how small steps can lead to big changes.

Key Points with Timestamps:

• The Dangers of Comparison: Social media and curated online presentations of faith can create unrealistic expectations (0:42)
• Finding What Works for You: Ditch the "shoulds" and d...