Giving Grace With Alexandra Hansen

Have you ever felt closest to God while hiking, being outdoors, or working out? In this episode, Alexandra and Janie explore how nature and movement can become sacred spaces to encounter the Lord. Through Scripture and personal reflection, you’ll be inspired to see the trail, the gym, or even a quiet walk as invitations to draw near to the Creator.

We’ve all heard the phrase “kill them with kindness”—but is that really what God calls us to do? In this episode of Giving Grace, we unpack why this mindset isn’t biblical, what Billy Graham had to say about it, and how Scripture calls us to live differently. God doesn’t ask us to use kindness as a weapon, but to embody it as a fruit of the Spirit—flowing from genuine love, not hidden resentment o...

In this episode, Alexandra and Janie call out the lie that biblical womanhood is oppression. True oppression is chasing the world’s applause and still coming up empty. True freedom is found in obedience to God. From Proverbs 31 to Titus 2, the Bible shows us that homemaking isn’t small—it’s warfare. It’s raising warriors, cultivating peace, and building a Kingdom legacy in a world that’s falling a...

In this episode, Alexandra and Janie pull apart this parable and challenge you to stop letting fear, excuses, or comfort keep you from stepping up. God didn’t create you to bury your gift in the dirt. He created you to multiply it, to risk, to invest, and to live with bold faith. If you’ve been holding back—this is your line in the sand.

In the wake of a heavy week for our nation, Alexandra turns to Scripture to seek clarity and grounding. Drawing from Ephesians 4:1–8, she reflects on how she has personally misinterpreted the concept of “peace” in the past and how that misunderstanding shaped her responses to conflict. With honesty and humility, she unpacks what true, biblical peace looks like—not avoidance or silence, but a balan...

If Peter, Paul, or one of the early church believers walked into a modern Sunday service—complete with coffee bars, LED lights, and countdown timers—would they even recognize it as church? In this episode, we wrestle with the gap between the simple, Spirit-led gatherings of the first century and the polished productions of today. Is our way of “doing church” helping people meet Jesus—or have we tr...

What do burgers, brisket, and Bible truths have in common? More than you might think! In this episode of Giving Grace, we take the everyday rhythms of summer backyard BBQs and connect them with the deeper lessons of faith. From learning patience while waiting on the grill to remembering that everyone has a seat at God’s table, we’ll explore how ordinary gatherings can remind us of extraordinary gr...

Sometimes the deepest wounds don’t come from outside the church—they come from within. In this conversation with Angie English, we dive into her raw and personal story of encountering the “Christian Karens” of church culture: the gossip, the judgment, the control, and the sideways looks that can leave lasting scars. Angie opens up about what it felt like to walk through church hurt, how she wrestl...

In this episode, we sit down with Lyndee Richardson to hear her inspiring journey of leaving a secure teaching career to start Little Leaps of Faith Preschool. Lyndee shares how trusting God’s timing and guidance gave her the courage to step out, take risks, and walk through the doors He opened—while learning to let go of the ones He closed. Her story is one of bold faith, perseverance, and obedie...

Ever found yourself wondering if a missed opportunity was God protecting you or the enemy distracting and derailing you? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into how to spiritually discern whether a closed door is divine redirection or a spiritual attack. With biblical examples and real-life insights, we’ll unpack the tension between patience and perseverance, peace and resistance, and trust and...

What does it look like to build a marriage on Christ from the very beginning—especially in a lifestyle as unpredictable as rodeo? In this episode, we sit down with Laura Elshere to hear how she and her husband are learning to keep Jesus at the center of their first year of marriage. From rodeo life to navigating faith and communication as newlyweds, Lauren shares practical wisdom, honest reflectio...

A lot of people aren’t walking away from God—they’re walking away from the pain, the judgment, and the hypocrisy they found inside the church walls. In this episode, we hold space for those who have been wounded by religion, not rejected by God. Whether you’ve felt burned by a pastor, isolated by church culture, or just plain exhausted by the performance of it all, this conversation is for you.

What if being “blessed” didn’t mean comfort, success, or popularity? In Matthew 5, Jesus opens His most famous sermon—the Sermon on the Mount—with a radical list of who is truly blessed in the Kingdom of God. Spoiler: it’s not who the world would choose. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the Beatitudes, one by one, and discovering how Jesus flips the script on what it means to live a good, g...

What if being “blessed” didn’t mean comfort, success, or popularity? In Matthew 5, Jesus opens His most famous sermon—the Sermon on the Mount—with a radical list of who is truly blessed in the Kingdom of God. Spoiler: it’s not who the world would choose. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the Beatitudes, one by one, and discovering how Jesus flips the script on what it means to live a good, g...

In this episode, we're diving into what discipleship really means beyond Sunday mornings and Bible studies. Discipleship isn't a program - it's a lifestyle. It's the daily, sometimes gritty, commitment to follow Jesus, be transformed by Him, and help others do the same. We'll talk about what it looks like to be a disciple in today's world, how to grow in your walk with Chri...

We live in a world that glorifies "matching" energy - if they're cold, be colder. If they're distant, disappear. But as followers of Jesus, we're called to reflect His heart, not someone else's dysfunction. In this episode, we'll talk about the toxic trend of mirroring people's energy and why guarding your spirit is more powerful (and more peaceful) than playing e...

Ever been told you’re too emotional, too loud, too deep, too sensitive, too intense, or too honest? Girl, same. In this episode, Alexandra and Janie get real about what it means to be a woman who feels deeply, dreams boldly, and refuses to shrink just to make other people comfortable. You’ll learn how to stop apologizing for how God wired you—and how to start walking boldly in your calling without...

If you’ve ever felt responsible for someone else’s healing, happiness, or growth—you’re not alone. But sis, it’s not your job to fix people. In this episode, Alexandra and Janie dive deep into the trap of “savior syndrome,” the subtle ways it shows up (especially in women), and why carrying someone else’s emotional or spiritual weight was never God’s design for you.

Not all glow-ups are glamorous. Some are slow, sacred, and happen in silence. In this episode, Alexandra and Janie unpack what sanctification really is—the messy middle between who you were and who God is making you to be. From grief and pruning to being misunderstood, this is the transformation nobody talks about… but everyone goes through. You’re not behind. You’re becoming.

“Comparison is so dangerous — you could be comparing where God has you to where the devil has them.” In this eye-opening episode, Alexandra unpacks the spiritual weight behind comparison and why it can derail your purpose, distort your peace, and distract you from God’s timing. With biblical truth, real-life reflection, and honest encouragement, you’ll be reminded that not all success is from the...

What happens when you say “yes” to God and board a plane to serve in a land rich with history and hunger for hope? In this episode, Janie returns from her mission trip to Ireland and shares the raw, beautiful, and powerful ways God moved—not just through her, but in her. From moments of doubt to divine appointments, she unpacks the reality of short-term missions and what it looks like to bring lig...

In a culture obsessed with self-expression, revenge lyrics, and reclaiming personal power, the “Taylor Swift Era” has become a defining anthem for modern womanhood. But what happens when we hold it up to the light of Scripture? In this episode, we dive into a powerful contrast between the cultural blueprint of femininity and the biblical example set by Queen Esther. While one promotes self as savi...

When does yapping with friends go from godly to gossip? Let’s talk about the fine line between sharing and stirring the pot. In this episode, we’re calling out casual gossip, Christian “prayer requests,” and everything in between. If your group texts aren’t passing the Holy Spirit vibe check—this one’s for you.

If you check your phone before you check in with God… this one’s for you. We’re talking tech, screen time, and why your phone might be your sneakiest idol. No guilt—just real talk, biblical truth, and a digital heart check you didn’t know you needed.

Ever feel a little awkward cracking open your Bible in public? Same, girl. But here’s the thing: your faith was never meant to stay hidden. Today we’re chatting about what it’s really like to read the Bible in everyday places — coffee shops, parks, wherever God leads. No pressure, no perfection — just honest conversation about living boldly and letting Scripture do what it does best: shine. So coz...