Your Christian Besties
Join Mari & Vanessa as they share inspiring convos about faith, life and everyday moments that bring us closer to God, and bring conversations you’d have with your best friend. Come for the laughs, stay for the conviction!
Episodes
In this powerful season finale, we ask a question that can change your life: What are you willing to lay down for God?
Join Mari and Vanessa as they dive deep into what it means to surrender the promises, dreams, and plans we hold so dear. From Abraham and Isaac to personal stories of letting go, this episode will encourage you to trust God on a whole new level.
Whether you’re holding tightly to a relationship, a career...
Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and running on empty?
In this episode of Your Christian Besties, Mari and Vanessa get real about burnout — and how God invites us to move from constant striving to true rest in Him. They share honest personal stories and practical steps to help you slow down, refocus, and find balance in a busy world.
It’s time to release the hustle and embrace God’s perfect peace.
Grab your coffee, grab y...
As Christian moms, we’re not just raising kids — we’re raising Kingdom warriors.
In this episode, Mari and Vanessa share personal stories, biblical encouragement, and practical tools for raising children who love God in a world that’s full of noise, confusion, and compromise.
Whether you’re a new mom or in the teen years, this episode will remind you: You are equipped, called, and never alone.
Let’s raise a generation th...
What if the patterns in your family line didn’t have to be your future?
In this episode of Your Christian Besties, Mari and Vanessa open up about the hard but hopeful work of breaking generational cycles. Whether it’s fear, trauma, addiction, or unhealthy relationship dynamics — God gives us the power to walk in freedom.
This episode is for anyone ready to shift their legacy, rewrite their story, and say: “This stops wi...
In this episode of Your Christian Besties, Mari and Vanessa are getting real about the power of our words. From gossip and sarcasm to negativity and complaining, we’ve all been there. But the Bible says the tongue holds the power of life and death (Proverbs 18:21).
Tune in as we share our personal struggles, biblical encouragement, and practical ways to honor God with our words.
Let’s become women who speak life — even ...
In this episode of Your Christian Besties, Marielys and Vanessa dive deep into what it really means to be “set apart” as a follower of Jesus. It’s more than just going to church — it’s about choosing God’s way over the world’s way, even when it’s uncomfortable.
From Scripture-based encouragement to real-life examples and practical tips, we’re equipping you to walk boldly in faith — even when culture tells you not to.
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In this episode of Your Christian Besties, Vanessa and Marielys dive deep into why prayer matters, the common struggles Christians face in prayer, and practical tips to build a stronger, more consistent prayer life. Whether you’re a new believer or have been walking with God for years, this conversation will encourage you to stop seeing prayer as a last resort — and start embracing it as a daily lifeline.
We share Scri...
Who are you… really?
In this episode of Your Christian Besties Podcast, we dive deep into what it means to find your true identity in Christ.
We share personal stories of battling insecurity, believing lies from the world, and how God’s truth set us free.
If you’ve ever struggled with feeling “not enough,” this episode will encourage you to stand boldly in who God created you to be.
You are chosen. You are loved. You are ...
Are you in a waiting season, wondering why God hasn’t moved yet? You’re not alone, bestie. Waiting can feel lonely, frustrating, and confusing—but it’s also where God does some of His deepest work in us.
In this episode of Your Christian Besties Podcast, we’re getting real about what it means to trust God’s timing—even when it’s hard. We’re sharing our personal waiting stories, encouraging scriptures, and practical tip...
Is God calling you to something that doesn’t make sense yet? Obeying God—especially when we don’t have all the answers—can be hard, but it’s also where our faith grows the most.
In this episode of Your Christian Besties Podcast, we’re having a heart-to-heart about what it looks like to say “yes” to God even when it’s uncomfortable, unclear, or scary. We’re sharing personal stories of obedience, the lessons we’ve learne...
Ever find yourself comparing your life to someone else’s? Wondering if you’re enough? You’re not alone, bestie.
In this powerful episode of Your Christian Besties Podcast, we’re getting real about comparison, insecurity, and learning to love who God created you to be. From social media pressure to silent self-doubt, we’ve all struggled—but there’s freedom on the other side.
In this episode, we’ll talk about:
✨How compari...
Ever feel like you’re under attack, but you can’t explain why? The heaviness, the anxiety, the sudden discouragement—it might not just be a bad day… it might be spiritual warfare.
In this powerful episode of Your Christian Besties Podcast, we open up about spiritual battles and how we’ve learned to fight back with faith and the weapons God has given us. You’ll learn:
✨ What spiritual warfare really looks like (and how...
Are you struggling to let go and trust God? 😩 Do you find yourself worrying, overthinking, and trying to control everything in your life? Bestie, we get it! Trusting God fully isn’t always easy—but it’s necessary.
In this episode of Your Christian Besties Podcast, we’re talking about:
✨ Why control is an illusion & how fear fuels it
✨ The difference between planning and surrendering
✨ How to let go of anxiety & f...
Has your heart ever steered you wrong, or caused you to do or say things or get involved in situations you regret? Maybe you’ve ignored the red flags, settled for less, or let toxic relationships drain your peace. Bestie, we’ve been there!
In this episode of Your Christian Besties Podcast, we’re talking about the importance of guarding your heart and protecting what God has placed inside of you. We’re diving into:
✨ Wha...
Have you ever felt weighed down by shame? Struggled with guilt from your past? 😞 In this episode of Your Christian Besties Podcast, we get real about the lies of shame and how to walk in the freedom that Jesus offers. We share our own testimonies of overcoming guilt and discuss:
✨ The difference between shame vs. guilt
✨ How the enemy uses shame to keep you stuck
✨ Practical steps to let go of shame & step into God’...
A strong godly marriage doesn’t just happen—it’s built on faith, intentionality, and a foundation in Christ. In this episode, we’re sharing our personal experiences on what it really means to have a marriage that honors God. Vanessa has been married 15 years, and Mari has been married 13 years.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
✔️ What makes a marriage “Godly”? (Biblical truth!)
✔️ How to keep God at the center of your marria...
Friendships can either bring you closer to Jesus or pull you away. In this episode, we’re talking about the importance of godly friendships, how to know if a friend is truly Christ-centered, and how to build the kind of friendships that honor God.
In this episode, we cover:
✔️ The biblical foundation of friendship
✔️Red flags 🚩 vs. green flags ✅ in friendships
✔️ How to build strong, faith-filled friendships
✔️ Why fellow...
Your Christian Besties Podcast is getting ready to launch on Wednesday, March 5th! If you're looking for a Christian podcast that’s both insightful and entertaining, then girl, make yourself at home.
Join Marielys & Vanessa as we explore real-life challenges, share personal stories, and discuss what it means to live out our faith in today’s world. Whether you’re seeking spiritual growth, encouragemen...
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