What does it really mean to walk in spiritual authority? In this episode, I sit down with my Aunt Ruth — pastor, counselor, and teacher — to talk about identity, intimacy with God, and living with confidence rooted in Christ. We explore why authority isn’t about performance or perfect prayers, but about knowing who you are as a daughter of God. This conversation touches on unanswered prayers, singleness, disappointment, and learning to trust God even when life doesn’t unfold the way you expected. If you’re longing to walk boldly in your faith without striving, this episode will encourage and ground you.

• Defining spiritual authority
• Navigating disappointment
• Choosing contentment

• Connect with Ruthann Cannings on her website.
• For more encouragement, listen to episode #324-How to Leave a Legacy.
• Grab my devotional, 100 Days to Discovering the Gift of You.

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What does it look like to slow down and walk with a God who isn’t worried — even when life feels overwhelming?

In this episode, I sit down with author and speaker Megan Fate Marshman for an honest conversation about grief, drive, faith, and learning to let go of self-reliance. Megan shares how loss reshaped her understanding of trust, why autonomy can quietly replace intimacy with God, and how slowing down isn’t weakness — it’s wisdom.

This episode is for anyone who feels tired of trying harder and is ready to learn what it means to walk with God instead.

• Learning to slow down
• Growing in spiritual health
• Practicing honesty with God
• Choosing community over fear

• Grab a copy of Megan Fate Marshman’s book: Relaxed: Walking with the One Who Is Not Worried About a Thing
• Connect with Megan Fate Marshman on Instagram, X, Facebook, or her website.

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I’m entering this next season with a simple focus: alignment over overload.

In this episode, I share why I’m choosing a slower, steadier pace and how making room for overflow starts with living in step with God—not doing more. I also talk about what’s ahead for the podcast, the Inner Circle, and upcoming opportunities, along with a free tool to help you reset your rhythm anytime you need it.

• Choosing alignment over overload
• Redefining overflow as a fruit of obedience
• Embracing a slower, steadier pace with God
• Creating margin for rest, clarity, and trust
• Shifting from hustle to sustainable formation

• Join the Inner Circle: thesistercircle.com/innercircle
• Learn more about The Communicator’s Cohort: thesistercircle.com/cohort
• Free 5-Day Rhythm Reset: thesistercircle.com/rhythm
• Get your copy of The Full Circle Planner: thesistercircle.com/shop

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Has this year left you feeling defeated? If you’re ready to give up after giving it all you had, this episode will give you the push needed to get up and fight another day.

In this teaching, I share my practical advice for starting over, even when it feels like things never work out. The truth is, you have no idea how close you are to winning the fight while you’re in it. Sometimes you just need a reminder that you have what it takes to try again.

• Looking for the silver lining
• Learning how to fail forward
• Leaning into the beauty of this season

• Need more encouragement for starting again? Watch this podcast episode to learn How to Regain Motivation.
• Tired of drifting away from your goals? Check out this podcast episode on Finding Your Way Back.
• Reset for the year ahead with the Write It Down guide and the free Dream Builders Workshop.

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Are you making the most of your life? Maybe you have good goals, but the pressure to achieve has caused you to sacrifice your peace and fold under the pressure.

In this episode, I share important principles for partnering with God and releasing the pressure attached to productivity. There’s more waiting for you on the other side of surrender. If you’re tired of trying to make things happen on your own, this one’s for you.

• Building healthy habits
• Aligning with God
• Planning with purpose

• Ready to live beyond the limits of your to-do list? Listen to my chat with Kendra Adachi on A New Approach to Productivity.
• Check out this conversation with Jennifer Dukes Lee on The Balancing Act: God and Goals.
• Prepare your heart and mind for the year ahead with the Write It Down guide and the free Dream Builders Workshop.

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In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Jerry Flowers Jr. to talk about the life-changing connection between therapy, theology, and healing. Jerry shares the story behind Therapy Thursday, why trauma often blocks us from hearing biblical truth, and how renewing your mind requires both Scripture and practical strategy. We discuss emotional awareness, grief, community, relational autopsies, and how Jesus modeled healthy boundaries long before we had the language for them.

If you’ve ever wondered why you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unable to move forward—this conversation will help you understand what’s happening in your heart and how to begin healing.

• Learning to renew your mind
• Identifying relational patterns
• Reframing community and boundaries

• Connect with Jerry Flowers Jr. on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, or his Website.
• Grab a copy of Jerry’s book: Heart Rehab

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Do you feel like what you have to offer isn’t enough? If you wish you had more to do more in your life, then this episode will encourage you to shift your perspective and focus on stewarding the small things well.

In this episode, I discuss the power of using what you have to cultivate seeds right where you are. This message will encourage you to embrace small beginnings and make room for God to multiply every seed you faithfully sow.

• Participating in God’s plan
• Building capacity through consistency
• Implementing rhythms and routines

• Check out this podcast episode to hear more about The Importance of Small Great Things.
• Listen to this podcast episode to learn How to Build Habits That Last.
• Read more about “doing what you can with what you have” in chapter 14 of my book She’s Still There.

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Today I’m talking with Ashley Menzies Babatunde—lawyer, DEI leader, storyteller, and host of No Straight Path. Ashley shares how striving, achievement, and perfection shaped her early years…and how failure, burnout, and grief invited her to slow down and rediscover who she really is.

We talk about knowing when you’re striving, how to reconnect with your purpose, the healing power of journaling, and navigating big feelings while becoming a new mother without your own mom here. Ashley also introduces the concept of “time affluence” and how to create space in your life for the things that actually bring joy.

It’s honest, warm, insightful, and full of permission to breathe.

• Simple signs you’re striving instead of living intentionally
• How journaling helps uncover your passions
• The power of mentorship and sharing your network

• Connect with Ashley on Instagram or her website.
• Listen to Ashley’s podcast “No Straight Path” here.
• Check out Happier Hour by Cassie Holmes, PhD

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