Miracle in the Mess with Kaley Rivera Thompson

Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling unseen? Let down by someone you trusted? Confused by how something that started so beautifully ended in hurt? In this episode of Miracle in the Mess, we’re talking about the quiet ache of relational disappointment — when friendships shift, expectations go unmet, marriages feel heavy, or people simply don’t show up the way we hoped they would. H...

So many of us secretly want to be in love like the movies—the meet-cute moments, the effortless romance, the promise that another person will finally make us feel whole. But what happens when real life doesn’t follow the script? In this episode of Miracle in the Mess, Kaley Rivera Thompson explores the difference between romantic love and God’s love—and why confusing the two can leave us disappoin...

Christmas didn’t end at the manger — and Jesus didn’t leave when the wrapping paper was cleared away. In this special Christmas Day episode, we remember the miracle of Christ’s birth and the promise that followed: Jesus didn’t stay a baby, didn’t stay on the cross, and didn’t stay in the grave. He conquered death, ascended to heaven, and left us with His Spirit — present, powerful, and alive withi...

What happens when Christmas doesn’t feel merry and bright? In this Advent reflection, we confront a quiet misconception many of us carry into the holidays—that God is meant to act like Santa, rewarding good behavior and removing anything that feels painful or inconvenient. But Scripture reminds us that God isn’t seasonal or sentimental—He is sovereign. In Him, all things hold together (Colossians...

A Married Little Christmas explores how strong roots grow from small beginnings. From a tiny newlywed “Charlie Brown” Christmas tree in Aspen to Isaiah 11’s promise of hope, this episode invites you to plant your life, relationships, and dreams deeply in God’s love and wisdom. Learn how to grow slowly, reach upward daily, and let Christmas remind you that everything meaningful starts with strong r...

What would it have been like to hear God call you “highly favored” as a teenager? Today, we dive into Mary’s story and uncover what her courage reveals about our own calling. This Advent conversation invites you to embrace the truth that God has great things planned for you—right now, right where you are. We’re reading through Kaley’s Advent devotional titled “This Will Be A Sign To You.” Follow a...

What if gratitude wasn’t just a polite response — but a powerful spiritual weapon? In this episode, we talk about the kind of gratitude that doesn’t wait for perfect days — the kind that shows up in hospital rooms, sleepless nights, anxious thoughts, and seasons where faith feels thin. The kind that becomes worship when words feel heavy. The kind that pushes back fear, scarcity, and overwhelm. We...

This week, we’re talking about the kind of gratitude that doesn’t wait for a happy ending. Last year, I found myself in a season of anxiety and overwhelm—stuck in fight-or-flight mode, unable to sleep, and barely able to sit still. Most nights I ended up beside the Christmas tree with my Bible and journal, whispering prayers until I finally drifted off. It became my waiting room… and strangely, my...

In a world that glorifies hustle, what if true gratitude asks us to slow down? In this week’s episode of the Miracle in the Mess Podcast, Kaley Rivera Thompson shares how hurry can crowd out thankfulness — and how rest, Sabbath, and stillness make room for gratitude to grow. Through personal stories from motherhood, ministry, and her own healing journey, she invites listeners to rediscover what Ps...

There’s a kind of gratitude you don’t post about — the kind that grows quietly in laundry rooms, carpool lines, and slow seasons when no one’s watching. 🌿 In this week’s episode, “The Quiet Kind of Gratitude,” we talk about what it means to build a thankful heart in private before it ever becomes public. Inspired by Matthew 6:4 — “Your Father who sees in secret will reward you” — this conversatio...

This week on the Miracle in the Mess Podcast, we’re pulling up a chair and having the kind of honest, heart-level conversations that lead to real healing. In this episode, Kaley shares her personal journey with mental health, faith, forgiveness, and what it really means to become whole in Christ—even when the process feels slow or incomplete. From learning to rest instead of push through, to recog...

Do you love people but still find yourself craving quiet after hosting? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Miracle in the Mess Podcast, Kaley opens up about discovering her own introverted heart — and how she’s learned to practice hospitality in gentle, sustainable ways. From setting clear boundaries to finding small pockets of rest in the middle of the chaos, this episode is full of encoura...

There’s something sacred about the kitchen table. It’s where coffee is poured, crumbs are scattered, laughter fills the air — and faith quietly takes root. ☕️🍽️ This week on Miracle in the Mess, I’m sharing how our family has learned (and is still learning!) to disciple our kids in the middle of real life — between dinner dishes and dance parties. From our “Brownies and Frownies” routine to a sim...

In a world that often pushes us toward isolation and perfection, the simple act of sharing a meal can remind us of what really matters—community. In this episode, I share the story of our family’s tradition of a “Rehearsal Dinner” potluck and how it’s become a space where everyone brings what they have, and together it always turns into more than enough. We’ll look at the example of the early chur...

In a time when division fills our news feeds and even our family group texts, what if unity doesn’t start in Washington but around our kitchen tables? In this episode of the Miracle in the Mess Podcast, Kaley shares how simple acts of hospitality—like chili and cornbread or taco night—can create space for reconciliation, empathy, and hope. Drawing from Romans 12:13 and the example of Jesus, this c...

In this episode of the Miracle in the Mess Podcast, I explore the question: Is America on the brink of revival? From the memorial service for Charlie Kirk that turned into a powerful Gospel moment, to the long history of revivals that have shaped our nation, to signs of spiritual renewal spreading across campuses and even globally—this conversation digs into what revival really means and what it c...

As we step into the final quarter of the year, it’s easy to feel weighed down by the heaviness of our world and the pressure to do more. In this episode of the Miracle in the Mess Podcast, Kaley shares how to reframe productivity—not as endless striving, but as faithfully focusing on what God has actually called us to. Through Scripture, reflection, and practical steps, you’ll be encouraged to cre...

Life moves fast this time of year — school drop-offs, packed schedules, shifting routines. But what if fall could be an invitation to pause, breathe, and begin again? In this episode of Miracle in the Mess, we’re talking about the power of small beginnings and how to reset your spiritual, emotional, and daily rhythms as we head into a new season. I’ll share practical tools, simple prayer rhythms,...

The seasons are shifting — not just in the air but often in our souls, too. 🍂 Whether you’re stepping into a new school year, navigating a career change, letting go of old expectations, or simply wondering where the time has gone, change can feel unsettling. In this episode of the Miracle in the Mess Podcast, I’m sharing: 🌿 3 practical ways to trust God when life feels uncertain ✨ How to releas...

Do you ever feel guilty for resting? 🕊️ In today’s episode of the Miracle in the Mess Podcast, we’re talking about something our hustle-driven culture rarely gives us permission to do: slow down. If you’ve ever tried to pause — only to find yourself scrolling, overthinking, or buried under the weight of your to-do list — you’re not alone. I’ve been there too. Together, we’ll explore: ✨ What the B...

Welcome to season three of the Miracle in the Mess Podcast! 🎉 Someone recently asked me, “How do we adult well?” And honestly? The more I live, the more I realize it’s less about figuring out life’s perfect formula and more about following Jesus into the ordinary, messy, beautiful parts of our days. This episode is packed with practical and faith-filled encouragement for women navigating adulthoo...

We assume that because it’s tough God isn’t in it. Because this time is dark and painful, it must be Satan. It’s a consequence. A burden. A pain. But the Bible calls Jesus a man of sorrows. Well aquatinted with grief and pain and rejection. (Isaiah 53:3) Over 2,000 years ago he was unjustly put on trial for crimes he didn’t do. Undeservingly beaten for a law he never broke. And unashamedly hung on...

Even if you don’t live in a climate that experiences weekly weather surprises in the spring, we have all experienced shocking change. Besides death (and taxes, ha!), change is one of the only things that are inevitable in life. It’s not these continual shifts in seasons that tend to rock us. What’s hard is when we aren’t prepared for them. When a huge life problem, financial hardship, or a soul wr...

It’s so exciting to watch a garden grow but it also requires a ton of time and continuous effort. Yet, I plant and harvest again and again, year after year, because I don’t think God has used anything to teach me more about life. With my hands in the loam, He reveals to me His principals, character, and technique for allowing His creation to thrive. So, as we dive into April, I felt like this was...

What even is worship? What can we carry worship beyond Sunday morning music at a church service and into our everyday lives? Let’s ask my husband Gage about what worshipping God can look like from the deer stand, silence in his truck and at the office. In this podcast we talk about worshipping in spirit and truth, how worship can reflect masculinity, and we even celebrate Gage’s birthday. Ready? L...