Living On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Feeling and Feelings, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils

Find the full episode here >>> LivingOnPurposeInChrist.com/blog We speak to the woman running on empty and offer a gentle, biblical way to reset through breath, Scripture, and aroma. We start by naming the honest ache of spiritual exhaustion, then ground the path forward in Scripture’s own use of sacred oils—from frankincense to myrrh.  You’ll hear a candid story of pastoral burnout, the...

Find the full episode here >>> LivingOnPurposeInChrist.com/blog We open Galatians like a letter addressed to our busy, burdened hearts and trace its urgent call: drop the checklist, abandon the “other gospel” that's trying to replace the Good New of Jesus and choose freedom in Him. We walk through the heart of this letter with fresh eyes: Paul’s personal transformation from rule-keep...

Find the full episode here >>> LivingOnPurposeInChrist.com/blog What if serenity became your strongest witness? We open the Bible and our senses to explore how peace moves from a nice idea to a lived reality—one breath, one verse, one small practice at a time. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 2:14–15, Philippians 4:6–7, and Isaiah 26:3, we unpack how a steadfast heart grows when prayer, gratitu...

Find the full episode here >>> LivingOnPurposeInChrist.com/blog When life presses hard and your confidence thins, where does real strength come from? We go chapter by chapter through 2 Corinthians to trace Paul’s hard-won wisdom: comfort that meets us in the dark, power that shows up in weakness, and freedom that grows as the Spirit reshapes our hearts. Along the way, Paula shares a candi...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Have you ever felt like you were standing at a wall that just wouldn’t move? That prayer you've whispered countless times, the healing that feels just out of reach, the breakthrough that never quite arrives – these spiritual stalemates can leave us wondering if God even hears us anymore. Drawing from powerful biblical examples, we...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Looking around at your church family and thinking "this is messy" might leave you feeling discouraged—but take heart. The believers in ancient Corinth faced remarkably similar challenges to those we encounter today, from church divisions to moral confusion to the struggle of living distinctively in a complex culture. The Book...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Those midnight wake-up calls can leave your heart racing and mind swirling with questions. When you jolt awake at 3AM, how do you know if God is speaking to you, if the enemy is attacking, or if your mind is simply processing the day? The predawn hours have a way of making the spiritual realm feel closer, more immediate. Throughout Scri...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Wrestling with whether God can truly love you through your imperfections? The book of Romans offers profound answers that have transformed believers for centuries. This powerful New Testament letter isn't just theological doctrine—it's a lifeline for anyone caught between spiritual aspirations and human limitations. Paul'...

Ever stood in the middle of your living room surrounded by scattered toys, with a tugging toddler at your leg, wondering if you're doing any of this right? Or perhaps you're a grandmother stepping back into the world of little ones, quietly questioning if you still remember what you're doing or if you're truly the influence they need? God's Word speaks directly to these un...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog What happens when ordinary people are filled with extraordinary power? The book of Acts gives us the answer. This vibrant narrative takes us from a small upper room in Jerusalem to the far reaches of the Roman Empire, showing how the Holy Spirit transformed a handful of fearful disciples into unstoppable witnesses for Jesus Christ. Acts...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Ever glanced at your dusty Bible with a pang of guilt while racing through another hectic day? You're not alone. Drawing from my seminary years spent navigating dark country roads at 5 AM (dodging feral hogs, no less!), I share how God transformed my understanding of devotional time forever. The perfect Bible study scenario—comfy c...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog The first words of John's Gospel launch us into eternity - "In the beginning was the Word" - before bringing us face-to-face with the astonishing reality that this eternal Word "became flesh and made his dwelling among us." Unlike the synoptic Gospels that rush through parables and miracles, John slows everythin...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Have you ever wondered if your small actions truly matter in God's grand design? Those moments when you offer a kind word, send an encouraging text, or simply pause to truly see someone—these aren't just nice gestures. They're powerful beacons of light in a darkened world. When Jesus told his followers they were "the...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Ever felt like your faith is stuck on autopilot? You love Jesus and sincerely want to grow closer, but somehow the days blur by in a whirlwind of responsibilities, distractions, and sheer exhaustion. You're not alone in wondering if you're truly growing or just coasting through your spiritual journey. The Gospel of Luke offers...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Have you ever felt like emotional trauma has stolen your sense of self, leaving you questioning your worth and purpose? Whether from betrayal, loss, or the cumulative weight of everyday stresses, these wounds can silently erode your confidence and disrupt your spiritual walk. The journey to healing doesn't mean erasing your story....

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Struggling to maintain consistency in your faith walk? Feeling spiritually stagnant amid life's demands? The Gospel of Mark offers exactly what your soul craves—an action-packed, urgent invitation back to authentic discipleship. Mark's gospel cuts through religious noise with refreshing directness. Written by John Mark, who li...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Ever stood in your kitchen surrounded by chaos, feeling that quiet pang of guilt because your Bible has been sitting unopened for days? The tension between longing for spiritual depth and managing life's demands is real, and it's a struggle shared by countless women trying to balance faith, family, and everything in between. T...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Printable Bible Study >>> PaulaBehrens.com/members Have you ever wondered what it truly means to follow Jesus as King—not just in words, but in every aspect of your life? The Gospel of Matthew holds powerful answers that can transform your everyday experience of faith. Matthew's Gospel opens with a genealogy that might see...

Find the full episode here >> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Ever feel like you're drowning in family schedules while faith gets squeezed into whatever tiny cracks remain? You're not alone. This spiritual tug-of-war affects countless families who genuinely want God at the center but struggle against the relentless current of activities, commitments, and responsibilities. The problem isn&apo...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog What happens when your deepest faith collides with the world's expectations? When choosing Jesus means standing alone? This raw, heartfelt exploration takes us beyond superficial spirituality into the sacred space where suffering becomes purpose. We often misunderstand Christian suffering, assuming it's about illness or genera...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Ever feel like your emotions are running wild while your spiritual life suffers? You're not alone. That swirling internal chaos—when you can't focus during prayer, when you say things you regret, when past hurts and future fears collide—isn't a sign of spiritual failure. It's simply evidence that you're human. T...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Ever felt the ache of walking your faith journey alone while married? That spiritual disconnect can leave you wondering how to stay close to God when your spouse doesn't share your beliefs. Today's episode tackles this profound challenge with both compassion and practical wisdom. Drawing from the biblical story of David and Ba...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog The weight of walking your spiritual journey alone while married can feel crushing. That tension between Sunday morning preparations—gathering kids, grabbing Bibles, rushing out the door—while your husband remains disinterested cuts deep into your heart. Those silent questions emerge: Why doesn't he care? Is something broken in our...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Temptation sneaks in at our most vulnerable moments—when we're tired, lonely, or pursuing spiritual growth. That pull toward compromise feels universal because it is. Every person faces it, including Jesus himself. This episode unpacks what happens in our hearts when temptation arrives and offers practical, biblically-grounded stra...

Find the full episode here: PaulaBehrens.com/blog The ground beneath our faith often shakes most violently when disaster strikes without warning. After the devastating Guadalupe River flood that swept through Texas on July 4th, many of us are left grappling with profound questions about God's presence in tragedy. As someone whose own grandchildren survived this catastrophe while others lost t...