My Morning Devotional

How do we love others when it feels difficult or even impossible? In today's episode, Lauren Alessi invites us to explore the real challenges of loving those around us, from everyday encounters at the grocery store to broken relationships that may need healing and forgiveness. Together, we'll discover how scripture calls us to extend grace, not because it's easy, but because God lov...

Do you ever find it hard to truly love yourself? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us to journey deeper into Psalm 139:14 as we explore the meaning of finding our confidence in Christ and embracing who God created us to be. Together, we’ll learn why loving ourselves is a vital foundation, before we talk about loving others, and how God’s truth can quiet our insecurities. We’ll reflect...

What holds your family, friendships, and community together when life feels scattered? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us to explore the heart of biblical love and the power it has to unite us in perfect harmony. Together, we’ll reflect on verses like 1 Peter 4:8 and Colossians 3:14, uncovering how genuine love (more than rules, routines, or even good intentions) is what binds our f...

What does it mean to truly trust God, even when we can’t see what’s ahead? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi unpacks the idea of “blind love” for God. She reads 1 Corinthians 13:7 and Proverbs 3:5 to explore how love and trust go hand in hand in our faith journeys. Together, we’ll reflect on what it looks like to love the Lord so deeply that our trust in Him remains steadfast, regardless of c...

Do we truly see others the way God sees them? In today’s episode, Lauren Alessi invites us to look beyond outward appearances and explore what it means to love with God’s perspective. Together, we’ll reflect on the idea that while people often focus on what’s visible, God looks deeper and straight into our hearts. Drawing wisdom from 1 Samuel 16:7 and 2 Corinthians 4:18, we’ll consider how to cult...

Do you ever wonder how we can find joy in the chaos of parenting? In today's episode, host Stephanie Alessi Muiña turns her attention to mothers and fathers, reflecting on the real and sometimes overwhelming challenges of raising young children. We'll explore together what it means to embrace discipline with kindness, how to become the "yes parent" without losing boundaries, an...

Are you feeling weighed down by pressure or striving for more, yet struggling to find true contentment? In today's episode, host Stephanie Alessi Muiña welcomes us into a heartfelt conversation about letting go of drama, both in the world and in our own lives. Together, we'll discover wisdom from scripture and real-life experiences, exploring how God uses seasons of rejection and closed...

Do memories from the past ever sneak up and weigh on your heart? In today's episode, Stephanie Alessi Muiña leads us through a thoughtful look at the power of moving forward and letting go. Using the real-life drama between Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber as a modern-day parable, we'll explore together why dwelling on the past can be so damaging, and what God’s word teaches us about stepp...

Ever wondered how to respond when someone just rubs you the wrong way? In today's episode, Stephanie Alessi Muiña welcomes us into an honest conversation about relationships, conflict, and forgiveness, inspired by real-life celebrity drama and grounded in biblical wisdom from Colossians 3. We'll unpack together what it means to handle disagreements with grace, to seek pure motives in our...

Have you ever wondered how celebrity drama might reflect challenges we all face in our families? In today’s episode, host Stephanie Alessi Muiña takes a unique approach by exploring the well-known Beckham family drama, drawing parallels between celebrity gossip and biblical wisdom about family relationships. Together, we’ll unpack just how complicated family can be, from the headlines to the heart...

What does unity look like in our everyday relationships? In this heartfelt episode, Richelle Alessi is joined by her husband, Chris Alessi, as they open up about the lessons they've learned in five years of marriage, especially on the importance of keeping unity at the center. Together, we'll explore Ephesians 4:3 and talk about how humility, kindness, and truly listening to one another...

Who lifts you up when you can't do it alone? In today’s episode, Richelle Alessi opens her heart about the power of community and deep relationships, reflecting on lessons from Ecclesiastes 4 and her own recent experiences. Together, we’ll uncover what it means to rely on others in tough seasons, how God places people in our lives to be a blessing, and the beauty of supporting one another, es...

What does it look like to put someone else’s needs before your own? In today’s episode, Richelle Alessi invites us to reflect on the real meaning of selflessness. As we learn from Philippians 2, we’ll discover together how humility can transform our relationships. Whether its in your marriage, your friendships, or your family. Through her story of searching for a new home, Richelle Alessi shares h...

What does genuine love really look like in our everyday relationships? In today’s episode of My Morning Devotional, Richelle Alessi invites us to explore the true marks of a Christian, drawing wisdom from Romans 12. As we journey together, we'll learn how to let our love be authentic, not only in marriage, but in every relationship we hold dear. Whether it’s with a spouse, friend, coworker, o...

How do our words shape the relationships we treasure most? In this episode of My Morning Devotional, Richelle Alessi invites us to reflect on the power our words hold, especially within marriage and close relationships. Drawing from her own experiences and wisdom from Scripture, we'll explore together how a soft answer can bring peace and healing, while harsh words can stir up strife. Whether...

How do we press on when life gets challenging? In today’s episode, host Gaby Alessi Calatayud explores the theme of perseverance by reflecting on 2 Peter 1 and Romans 5. Together, we’ll uncover how faith grows stronger through obstacles and suffering, and why adding qualities like goodness, self-control, and perseverance helps us become effective, productive believers. We’ll also look at how socie...

What does it look like to set boundaries that help us live a life that truly pleases God? In today’s episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud guides us through the essential topic of self-control as part of our ongoing faith journey. Together, we’ll explore why self-control is a vital fruit of the Spirit, how it protects us like strong city walls, and the practical ways we can lean on God’s strength to resp...

How do we truly grow in wisdom beyond just what we see and hear? In today’s episode, host Gaby Alessi Calatayud invites us to explore the difference between worldly knowledge and godly wisdom as we keep diving into 2 Peter and reflect on the power of adding true knowledge to our faith journey. Together, we’ll discover why it’s important not only to understand the facts, but also to seek spiritual...

What does it look like to live out true goodness every day? In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud invites us to explore the vital quality of goodness as we continue our journey through 2 Peter 1. Together, we'll learn what it means to actively add goodness to our faith, not as a passive feeling, but as an intentional way of life filled with integrity, moral excellence, and courage to...

What does it look like to build upon your faith, one step at a time? In today’s episode, host Gaby Calatayud invites us to reframe how we approach a new year. Not approaching it as a reset, but as an opportunity to grow deeper and stronger in our spiritual journey. We’ll explore together what it means to “add to your faith,” drawing inspiration from 2 Peter 1:3-9, and learn how qualities like good...

Are you waiting on God for something or wondering if you'll ever see your prayers answered in this lifetime? In today's episode, Lauren Alessi explores the heartfelt promises found in Psalm 27, especially those verses that encourage us to remain confident that we will see the goodness of the Lord "in the land of the living." Together, we'll reflect on what it means to trus...

What does it look like to truly seek God's presence above everything else? In today’s episode, Lauren Alessi invites us to walk together through Psalm 27, exploring what it means to set our sights on God as we enter a new year. We'll reflect on the beauty of worship, the comfort of drawing near to God even when others may turn away, and learn how to ask Him for guidance along a straight...

Ever find yourself unsure of what to read in the Bible, or uncertain about what to pray? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us into the comforting words of Psalm 27, verses 5 through 7, exploring what it means to find safety and strength when life feels uncertain. Together, we’ll reflect on reading scripture simply as an act of worship rather than always seeking something for ourselves...

Do you ever find yourself stepping into a new year with questions, wondering what God could do in your life in the coming months? In today's episode, host Lauren Alessi leads us through a heartfelt reflection on Psalm 27, verses 3 and 4, exploring what it means to be confident and fearless, even when we face battles, uncertainty, or struggles that linger year after year. Together, we'll...

How do we express gratitude when life feels overwhelmingly good? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us into a personal journey of thanksgiving and reflection as we step into a new year. Together, we’ll explore what it means to truly live in the goodness of God, whether we’re celebrating answered prayers, waiting for a breakthrough, or seeking the courage to face challenges. By diving i...