Faith Through the Fire

So happy you are here! In this episode Kayla sits down with two of her best friends Megan and Cooper, for an unfiltered conversation on how cultural shifts have demasculinized men, exhausted women, and disrupted the balance between the two. Through raw conversations and biblical insights, they break down how fear of a better option, comfort, and “nice guy” conditioning are holding men back and how...

In this episode Kayla sits down with her sister Clareta for a conversation about what happens after you say “yes” to Jesus. From learning to walk in your new identity to exploring the gifts of the Spirit, this episode is all about growing deeper in faith and walking out your purpose with God. We give practical encouragement and talk about holy habits that will keep you close to Jesus.

In this episode, Kayla opens up about her personal journey of learning to hear the voice of God. She shares practical ways to recognize and discern when God is speaking and offers encouragement for anyone longing to experience a deeper connection with Him. If you’ve ever wondered how to truly start hearing God’s voice in your own life, this episode is for you.

In this episode Kayla gets vulnerable and shares what God has been teaching her in a season that’s felt painful and stretching. She talks about how obedience can sometimes feel like loss, but also how God uses those moments to refine our faith and remind us that surrender always leads to freedom. Together we will dive deep into the importance of discipline, fighting against the temptation of disap...

In this episode, Kayla sits down with her sister Clareta for an unfiltered messy “sister talk. They talk all things purity, modesty, cussing, and boundaries in relationships. Together, they dive into what it has looked like personally to navigate these topics as Christian women in today’s culture.  They get honest about the pressures, the grace, and the freedom that comes from conviction, surrende...

Have you ever felt like there is no way you could ever forgive let alone find freedom in forgiveness? If so, this is the episode for you. Kayla shares her journey of forgiveness and healing after experiencing trauma and abuse. She discusses the challenges of forgiving those who have hurt her, the importance of healing with the Lord in the process, and how her faith has played a crucial role in her...

If you’ve ever battled insecurity or felt like you’ll never measure up, you’re not alone. In this episode, Kayla shares about how she has struggled with insecurity, how she learned to step out of the comparison trap, and rest in the unshakable truth of who she is in Christ. Together, we’ll explore how the gospel speaks a better word over our worth, how to quiet the lies that keep us stuck, and how...

What do we do when it feels hard to believe God is truly good? In this episode, Kayla dives into the reality of spiritual warfare and how we can stand firm in the armor of God. She shares her own journey of learning to surrender her perspective of what’s good and bad, and how God’s truth anchors us when we feel weak.

Welcome back! In this episode Kayla is joined by her sister Clareta once again, who turns the mic around and interviews Kayla! Kayla opens up about her personal journey of faith and how she wrestled with trust, healing, and identity after past hurts. Together, they unpack the struggle of trusting God after trauma, the process of rebuilding trust in the church, and how easy it is to carry old wound...

In this episode, Kayla sits down with her dad as he opens up about his experience inside the cult, how he got through the hardest thing he’s ever faced, and the process of untangling the lies he was taught. He talks about the wrestle of the very place that promised you truth and safety becoming the source of some of his deepest wounds. His story is raw, redemptive, and a testimony that God is in t...

In this solo episode, Kayla opens up about the lonely parts of faith, the moments of doubt, being misunderstood, and the struggle of obedience. If you have ever stepped out in faith only to wonder if it was supposed to be this hard, this episode is for you. Kayla talks about the beauty in the midst of the struggle, how God is worth every costly yes, and that His Presence and the intimacy cultivate...

In this episode, Kayla sits down with her best friend Allison who opens up about the loss of her dad and the faith she carried for his healing, only to be met with God’s ‘no.’ She shares honestly about navigating the pain of unanswered prayers, stepping into a new season of life, and realizing that it, too, brought unexpected challenges and more prayers that weren’t answered the way she hoped. Thr...

In this episode, Kayla is joined by her sister-in-law Jordi, for a heartfelt conversation on what it really means to hear God’s voice, and the courage it takes to follow it. Kayla and Jordi talk about how saying “yes” to Him often comes with risk, uncertainty, and the unknown and how it always leads to His faithfulness. Jordi shares the story of how she met Kayla's brother, the steps of obedie...

In this solo episode, Kayla opens up about her experience with anxiety and depression, and what it’s been like to ask God for healing that hasn’t come in the way she imagined. She talks on how through the waiting and the questions, God has shown more of who He is: present, faithful, full of grace, and still able. This is an honest conversation about trusting Him in the middle of it and not just on...

Welcome Back! In this episode, we dive into the often overlooked season between promise and fulfillment—the waiting. What do you do when God speaks a word over your life but the breakthrough hasn’t come yet? How do you hold onto faith when the timeline feels uncertain and circumstances are showing no evidence of fulfillment. Join us as we talk with Mikayla Haines about the beauty and challenge of...

Welcome back! In this week’s episode, our host Kayla is joined by a special guest—her sister, Clareta. Together, they open up about the hardest season of their family’s life: walking through heartbreak, deep loss, and the aftermath of the controlling religious cult they grew up in. Through Clareta’s eyes, we hear what it was like to wrestle with disappointment, spiritual trauma, and the quiet ques...

Welcome to the very first episode of Faith Through the Fire!! In this episode our host, Kayla shares the heart behind the podcast—why it exists, and the story she’s held onto. Raised in a religious cult marked by fear, manipulation, and abuse, Kayla spent years without the freedom or even the words to describe it. This is her journey of healing, honesty, and hope—and she’s inviting you to walk alo...