Purely Vindicated

Episode 25: Hearing God's Voice Dina and Katie tackle one of their favorite topics: how to actually hear God's voice. They cover the basics — why it's not just for pastors — and the harder stuff too: how to tell God's voice from your own (or the enemy's), what the "secret place" really looks like, and why saying "God told me" about a future spouse can do more harm than good. Plus, personal stories...

This week on Purely Vindicated, Dina and Katie sit down with one of their favorite topics: repentance — and why it's actually a gift, not a punishment. They talk through what repentance has looked like in their own lives (including Katie's story of repenting on behalf of her whole family line, and Dina's journey from fear-based repentance to understanding God's grace), share the practical way Kati...

Part two of our God & Money series. Dina and Katie talk Sabbath, provision, and what it really means to steward finances well — sharing personal stories of answered prayer, the incredible journey of Dina's immigrant mother building a real estate career from nothing, and how Katie's relationship with money changed when she implemented a weekly sabbath, 8 years ago. They discuss honest reflections o...

What does it actually mean to believe God provides your daily bread — today's, not tomorrow's? Dina and Katie sit down for an honest conversation about money: the slow-build years, the divorce that forced a financial reset, the moment Dina considered waiting tables, and the kind of obedience that looks like giving away your last $100. It's not a finance episode in the traditional sense — it's a co...

In this episode, Dina and Katie get real about what it looks like to walk through a hard season in real time — not from the other side of it. From Katie's stretching trip to Europe that revealed her pride and selfishness, to Dina navigating spiritual attacks after sharing her testimony publicly, the two dig into what it actually means to stay close to God when life pulls you out of your normal rhy...

In Part 3 of our Healing Series, Katie shares her most personal testimony yet, opening up about childhood trauma, heartbreak, depression, and the painful season that ultimately led her into deeper healing and intimacy with God. Together, we discuss grief, surrender, trusting God's voice when life doesn't make sense, and how God uses our darkest seasons to refine us, strengthen our faith, and revea...

Healing doesn't always look like what you expect — and in part two of Dina's story, she gets into all of it. The forgiveness she couldn't manufacture on her own, losing her mom in the middle of a divorce, the dating season that felt urgent but wasn't ready, and what six years of God's faithfulness actually looks like when you're still in the middle of it. If you've ever tried to hold everything to...

Jehovah Rapha — the Lord Who Heals. Healing is available — but what does it actually require? In part one of our healing series, Dina and Katie get real about what it means to let God into the deepest, most broken places of your life. They share personal miracles, dig into Scripture, and speak directly to anyone who's ever wondered if they're too far gone to be healed. Spoiler: you're not!

In a season where it's easy to put life on hold until the next thing arrives, Dina and Katie are talking about romanticizing the life you already have — right now, exactly as it is. From setting a beautiful table for just yourself, lighting a candle and reading a book, running a bath, to letting God love you through a bouquet of flowers from Trader Joe's — this episode is a warm, gentle reminder t...

Dina and Katie are back on the couch, talking about something the Lord made impossible to ignore — the power of what we say out loud. Rooted in Proverbs 18:21, this episode gets real fast: word curses we don't even know we're speaking, why the enemy has zero access to your thoughts but hears everything you declare, and what it actually looks like when a friend loves you enough to call you out mid-...

Katie and Dina dive deep into their shared daily practice of reading a proverb each day, exploring how this simple discipline has transformed their lives and deepened their relationship with God. They read through Proverbs 8 together, discussing the personification of wisdom, the fear of the Lord, and how biblical wisdom guides practical obedience in everyday moments - from small acts of kindness...

What if prayer wasn't something you had to perform, but simply a place you get to be known? In this episode, we talk about what it really looks like to draw near to God—honestly, humbly, and in every moment—and how intercession becomes a powerful way of carrying others before Him. If you've ever wondered how to hear His voice, grow in discernment, or make prayer a natural part of your life, this c...

A conversation on the difference between the wise and foolish woman in dating—how wisdom is patient, discerning, and grounded in peace, while foolishness rushes, overextends, and seeks validation. We talk about "dropping the hanky" in a healthy way—being warm, open, and inviting without chasing or operating from a place of lack. From guarding your heart and maintaining mystery to trusting God's ti...

In this episode, we're getting real about dating—the tension between what we want and what God is actually asking of us. We talk about healing after heartbreak, how unhealed parts of us can attract the wrong people, and the patterns that keep us stuck in "almost" relationships or settling for less than what's aligned. We unpack what it looks like to truly trust God in dating—honoring yourself and...

Dating isn't just about finding someone—it's about becoming someone who is ready. In this episode, we dive into the preparation process of dating, asking the hard questions: Are you truly led by God, or are you trying to fill a void? We talk about healing, identity, and why knowing your worth is essential before stepping into anything serious. We also explore the beauty of singleness as a sacred s...

This episode explores purity and sex, unpacking what it means to live set apart and honor God in both public and private. We talk about the tension between desire and obedience, the reality of hidden struggles, and why choosing God's design leads to freedom—not regret. Rooted in truth and honesty, this conversation is an invitation to live reverently, love His commandments, and walk in alignment w...

In this episode, we talk about trusting God in both the waiting and the receiving of God's will for our lives. We talk about how His power is made perfect in our weakness, and what it looks like to wait with hopeful expectation—not just for an outcome, but for more of Him. From navigating singleness to understanding why being equally yoked matters, this conversation is an honest look at surrender,...

In this episode, we unpack Proverbs 4:23 and what it really means to guard your heart . In Hebrew, "guard" carries the idea of keeping watch like a prison guard—actively protecting what God has placed inside of you. We talk about how the spiritual realm influences our hearts, why God calls us to live in the fear of the Lord and pursue holiness, and what it looks like when old temptations try to pu...

What does it look like to build a wedding photography brand that's fully surrendered to God? In this episode, we share the behind-the-scenes of being a faith-filled wedding photographer — from tithing firstfruits and stewarding finances with integrity, positioning your work globally, and evangelizing through everyday conversations. We'll talk about excellence in our craft, being led by the Spirit...

What does it actually look like to live for God instead of other people's opinions? In this episode, we have a real conversation about dating, purity, fearing man, and choosing obedience even when it's unpopular. Looking at the Israelites and key scriptures, we unpack what it means to stop performing for the crowd and start living for an audience of One.

In this episode, we slow things down and talk honestly about social media, image, and the pressure to look like you have it all together—when real life is anything but. From instant gratification and comparison to faith, marriage, suffering, and learning to let go, we reflect on what actually matters, drawing from the wisdom of Ecclesiastes and the quiet work God does beneath the surface.

In this episode, Katie and Dina explore God's original design for women to live in true femininity—not fueled by hustle, hardness, or self-reliance, but marked by softness, strength, and holy pursuit. Through Scripture and their own personal journeys, they unpack the difference between a woman who is strong and feminine and one who has learned to survive by becoming hard, inviting listeners into t...

In this episode, Katie shares her story with honesty and courage—reflecting on the seasons that shaped her, the pain that marked her, and the faith that carried her through. From early experiences that left lasting impressions to moments that quietly altered the course of her life, Katie shares the journey that shaped who she is today. She speaks to what it was like to grow up holding faith and hu...

Join in as we dive into Dina's testimony about her life, what the Lord has brought her through, and how it's shaped who she is today. Growing up in a conservative Slavic community, Dina shares how her self-worth was built on being chosen for marriage by someone at a young age, and what she wishes she had done differently in that season. She recalls her distant relationship with the Lord, and how s...

What happens when you stop striving for approval and start living from your identity as a son or daughter of God? In the first episode of Purely Vindicated , we introduce ourselves, share how God brought us together, and explain why this podcast was born. We share the heart behind the name Purely Vindicated and the testimonies that shaped it. This is a space for honest, faith-filled conversations...