The Purpose Effect

In this episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha and David get real about what resilience actually looks like in the messy, unpredictable moments of everyday life. David shares how he was able to walk into a personal crisis situation with calm and intention — a direct result of the growth work he's been putting in. Together, they dig into the power of gratitude, the difference between reacting and ac...

Resilience—rooted in faith, practiced repeatedly across spiritual, emotional, and physical life—enables personal growth and helps transform relationships and community. Key points: Podcast mission: help listeners live with purpose, clarity, and action; hosts model ongoing spiritual, emotional, physical growth. Resilience defined as the ability to bounce back; practiced like muscle memory through r...

In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with coach and speaker Shaina Hargens to discuss how true resilience isn't discovered—it's built on purpose. After experiencing the devastating loss of her full-term stillborn son, Shaina discovered that the foundation of connections and relationships she had unknowingly built became her anchor through unimaginable grief. Shaina...

In this episode, Alesha and David get honest about one of the most misunderstood struggles of our time — anxiety. They break down the key difference between fear (a healthy, fact-based response) and anxiety (irrational worry about things that haven't happened), and share personal stories about their own battles with anxiety and depression. From parking lot panic to phone call paralysis, they get r...

David hosted The Purpose Effect podcast, discussing how embracing spirituality and personal growth can help manage anxiety. He shared his personal experience of learning to cast anxieties on God while still using practical management tools like exercise and outdoor activities. David emphasized treating the brain as a tool that needs care and maintenance, similar to physical tools, and stressed the...

In this powerful episode, host Alesha welcomes Kelly Resendez, a transformational business strategist, President of Minerva (a women's telehealth company), former executive at Good Leap, and author of Big Voices. Kelly shares her journey from being a stressed-out overachiever to living a spirit-led life of purpose and abundance. Key topics include: The awakening that shifted Kelly from external ac...

Join Alesha and David as they dive into how trials shape us into better versions of ourselves. They explore James 1:2-4, discuss the difference between joy and happiness, and share personal stories about stepping into uncomfortable growth - from rooftop prayers to teaching kids perseverance. Discover why the hardest moments create the deepest learning, how embracing grace changes relationships, an...

David Rosenfeldt hosts The Purpose Effect podcast, discussing the power of saying "yes" as a starting point for personal growth and spiritual development. He explained how saying yes to God's intentions and purpose leads to transformation, using examples from his own life and the podcast project he co-hosts with Alesha Limbo. David shared personal insights about accepting grace, managing emotions,...

In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha shares powerful insights from a recent convention about the transformative power of saying "yes" to what God is calling you to do. Drawing from personal experiences and stories of growth, she explores how one intentional "yes" can shift your entire life trajectory—from stepping into uncomfortable leadership roles to launching new ventures that ali...

In this powerful conversation, we sit down with leadership speaker and communication strategist Michael Fineman to explore the deep connection between identity and purpose. Michael shares his journey from being on his own at 15 to discovering that true authority comes from knowing who you are in Christ. We dive into:• Why you can't find your purpose until you know your identity• The power of getti...

In this powerful episode, host Alesha sits down with her dear friend Amy Culver to explore a remarkable journey of transformation. Amy shares her story of growing up in confusion and brokenness, spending her twenties chasing worldly success, and ultimately discovering life-changing freedom through surrendering to Jesus. After losing over 100 pounds, rebuilding her marriage, and rediscovering her f...

This is a bonus episode featuring host Alesha along with Michelle May (Clifton Strengths specialist) and Autumn (licensed counselor specializing in trauma). They discuss their upcoming RISE Leadership Retreat happening April 17-19 at Legacy Ranch in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The episode covers: What to expect during the 3-day intensive retreat Friday: Deep dive into Clifton Strengths from a...

Join Alesha and David on The Purpose Effect as they share raw, honest conversations about finding peace in life's chaos. In this episode, they discuss the power of listening to God (not just hearing), maintaining perspective during trials, and experiencing grace that passes understanding. From business challenges to personal struggles, discover how faith transforms chaos into beauty. Plus, they ce...

David explored the distinction between hearing and listening, explaining that while hearing is detecting sound, listening involves processing and acting on that information. He discussed how this concept applies to spiritual growth, emotional health, and physical well-being, emphasizing that true growth comes from actively listening to one's emotions, body signals, and spiritual guidance rather th...

In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with multi-seven-figure entrepreneur, speaker, and author Tina Joy Carroll for an incredibly honest conversation about redemption, purpose, and the power of consistency. Tina's story is one of extraordinary transformation—from teenage mom and high school dropout to battling alcohol addiction and nearly losing everything, to buil...

In this powerful bonus episode, Alesha wraps up the three-week Growth Shift series by tackling the dangerous trap of comfortable mediocrity. She reveals why comfort—not failure—is often the greatest threat to living out your God-given purpose. Drawing from the biosphere experiment, the story of trees that couldn't withstand wind, and Jeremiah 17:7-8, Alesha shows how avoiding discomfort actually w...

Join Alesha and David for an honest conversation about what it means to truly listen in prayer and live with intentional presence. In this episode, they explore how trials strengthen our spiritual roots (like the Biosphere 2 experiment), the power of being present with God and loved ones, and the journey from asking "Why is this happening to me?" to "What can I learn from this?" They share persona...

David Rosenfeld hosted a special Wednesday episode of The Purpose Effect from his new studio in Acton, discussing his recent spiritual journey and changes in his life. He shared how he's transitioning from a "covert Christian" to a more intentional faith practice, particularly in his approach to prayer which he now views as a two-way conversation rather than just one-sided requests. David describe...

What happens when a successful entrepreneur making millions realizes something is still missing? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with bestselling author Ray Higdon to hear his incredible testimony of transformation. Ray shares his journey from generating over $30 million in revenue while feeling empty inside, through a desperate search for healing and meaning,...

In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha dives deep into the concept of "identity drift" - the subtle, often unnoticed way we slowly drift away from who we're meant to be. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, Alesha explores how disappointment, comparison, survival mode, and small compromises can quietly reshape our identity without us realizing it. She shares her own j...

In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with Kelly Kopp—husband, father, pastor, author, and evangelist—for an honest conversation about living with purpose, clarity, and alignment with God's design. Kelly shares insights from his ministry, the importance of intentional living, and how faith can transform everyday life. Whether you're seeking direction or looking to d...

The Growth Shift: Confronting Emotional Avoidance In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha kicks off a three-week series called "The Growth Shift: It's Time to Rise Into Who You Are Becoming." This week's focus is on emotional avoidance—the self-protective patterns that keep us stuck. Alesha digs deep into why we avoid difficult conversations, procrastinate out of fear, and bury grie...

In this powerful bonus episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha shares her deeply personal message from the Black Hills Christian Women's Conference. Drawing from her own journey through darkness and redemption, Alesha challenges listeners to examine where they're getting their identity from—and reveals the life-changing truth that God created you with purpose before the foundation of the world....

In this episode, Alesha and David dive deep into what it actually looks like to live with purpose every single day. They share their personal morning routines, discuss the power of gratitude as a perspective shift, and reveal how they're learning to trust God in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. From managing anxiety and controlling your thoughts to nourishing your spiritual, emotional, and phys...

In this powerful episode, Alesha sits down with award-winning author and "Clear and Amplify" coach Jennie Potter to explore how to break free from self-sabotage and step into your God-given purpose. Jennie shares her personal journey from self-loathing and broken patterns to becoming a healer who helps high-performing entrepreneurs and leaders clear emotional blocks and end self-sabotage. Discover...