The Inspired Podcast

Episode 4 - “Making Room: The barrier of busyness” Welcome to a new season of the Inspired Podcast, where we’re gathering around the table and tackling the topic of friendship! One big reason that we fail to develop lasting relationships is time. How can we fight back against the barrier of busyness and cultivate the practice of presence, learning to prioritize the people who we are trying to deve...

Episode 3 — “Releasing Expectations: When friendship doesn't look the way we thought it would” Welcome to a new season of the Inspired Podcast, where we’re gathering around the table and tackling the topic of friendship! In this episode, Sam, Janice, and Chloe discuss another common carrier that keeps us from connecting with others - expectations. Together we explore the expectations we place...

Welcome to a new season of the Inspired Podcast, where we’re gathering around the table and tackling the topic of friendship! In this episode, Sam, Janice, and Chloe discuss a big barrier to connection - vulnerability. Why is it so hard to let people in when we crave being fully known? How can we show up honestly in friendships without fear of rejection preventing us from going deeper? And how doe...

Welcome to a brand new season of the Inspired Podcast, where we’re gathering around the table and tackling the topic of friendship! In the episodes ahead, we’re getting honest about the barriers that can keep us from the relationships we crave. From vulnerability and trust to busyness, expectations, and the fear of going first, we’ll explore what Scripture says about God’s design for community and...

What if the joy God is growing in your life was never meant to stop with you? As we wrap up our summer series, we're turning our attention outward to discover how joy becomes one of the greatest gifts we can offer the people around us. Throughout this season, we've explored what it means to notice joy, receive it as a gift, choose what truly restores us, practice presence, and rediscover t...

What if joy isn't hiding from you... what if you've simply forgotten what brings you delight? Somewhere along the way, many of us stop making space for the things that make us come alive. We become so focused on what needs to get done, who needs us, and what's expected of us that we lose sight of the unique ways God created us to experience joy. In this episode, Sam, Jessica and Janice...

So much of our lives are lived either rushing ahead or replaying what’s already happened, and in the process, we miss the very moments that could hold joy. In this episode, Sam, Alana and Anna slow down together and talk about presence. What it means to be truly available - not as a perfect practice, but as a simple shift. And how we can experience the kind of presence that helps us notice what’s...

Not everything that feels good actually restores you. In a world full of easy distractions, it’s never been simpler to escape—but much harder to truly feel refreshed. In this episode, Sam, Raina and Ellie explore the difference between numbing out and finding real rest. Why do we reach for things that help us check out, instead of things that actually bring us back to life? And how can we recogniz...

What if joy isn't something you have to chase, but something you were created to receive? In this week's episode of our summer series, Sam is joined by Rebecca and Chloe for a conversation about God's design for joy. Together, we explore what Scripture teaches about joy, enjoyment, and the generous heart of a God who not only created a beautiful world, but created us with the capacity...

If joy is something we're made for… why does it often feel so out of reach? In this first episode of our summer series of the Inspired Podcast, Sam is joined by Tisha and Janice to explore the tension so many of us feel but rarely talk about. Through honest conversation and personal stories, we unpack why joy can feel elusive in the midst of busy schedules, endless responsibilities, and difficult...

What happens when we gather in a room full of women and start talking honestly about pressure? In this special bonus episode recorded live from Inspired Conference, we’re joined by Jess Connolly, Tenesha Session, and Dionna Carter for a meaningful conversation about the pressures we carry - in our calling, our responsibilities, and even how we present ourselves to the world. Through laughter, vuln...

Waiting, uncertainty, and unanswered prayers can weigh on us, creating a pressure to keep our faith strong, even in seasons of struggle. In this conversation, we explore the tension of trusting God when life feels unclear, sharing honest stories of doubt, perseverance, and noticing God’s presence even in silence. Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https://www.youtube.com/xchurch...

Have you ever felt the pressure to say the right thing, give the right advice, or have the perfect answer? Whether in friendships, motherhood, ministry, or leadership, many women feel like they need to have it all figured out, especially when it comes to faith and hard questions. In this episode, we’ll talk about what it looks like to navigate this pressure with humility and grace. We’ll share hon...

Bodies, beauty standards, and self-perception. In this episode we tackle the pressure women feel about how they look. We discuss shame, unrealistic expectations, and how to discover God’s view of us. Scripture and personal reflections help us reframe our bodies as sacred gifts worthy to be cared for, rather than projects in need of fixing. Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https...

Healing isn’t linear, but society often pressures women to “move on” or “get over it.” In this episode, we talk about the weight of time in healing, the temptation to rush the process, and how God works in the middle of seasons of healing and restoration. In this episode, we are joined by a special guest, Amber Ginter. Amber is an author, teacher, speaker and passionate mental health advocate.  Yo...

Comparison is everywhere, from social media to our everyday interactions —and it can distort how we see ourselves. In this conversation, we name the pressure of comparing ourselves to others, share personal stories, and reflect on how God invites us to look to Him instead of the world for validation. Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https://www.youtube.com/xchurch   Connect wit...

People-pleasing, conflict, and relational expectations can feel heavy. We explore the pressure women feel to maintain harmony, manage others’ emotions, and navigate relationships gracefully. Together, we reflect on boundaries, honesty, and God’s perspective on healthy connections. Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https://www.youtube.com/xchurch   Connect with X Church   Faceboo...

Wherever we find ourselves, many of us feel the pressure to find our purpose — and prove we’re living it well. In this episode, we unpack the tension between calling and career. Is calling a specific job, or is it something deeper? What does it mean to steward the roles God has placed in front of us — whether in the boardroom, the home, the church, or somewhere in between? We talk about redefining...

Balancing work, home, and everything in between can feel like carrying the world on your shoulders. In this episode, we talk about the invisible labor women carry, the exhaustion that comes with it, and how God invites us to release what we can’t control and lean into His strength. Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https://www.youtube.com/xchurch   Connect with X Church   Facebo...

Feeling like you’re never enough? In this episode, we explore the pressure women carry to perform, achieve, and measure up in every area of life. We talk about how these expectations shape identity, and how God’s grace reminds us we are already enough. Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https://www.youtube.com/xchurch   Connect with X Church   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/...

What is pressure really doing in our lives? In this episode of the Inspired podcast, we define what pressure really is, explore how it shows up in our lives and start to uncover what is produces in us - for better or worse.  Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https://www.youtube.com/xchurch   Connect with X Church   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/theXchurch.oh Instagram | ht...

What is discipleship, really? This honest conversation looks at spiritual formation in real life—why it matters, how it happens, and the role we each play in helping others dwell with God more deeply. Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https://www.youtube.com/xchurch   Connect with X Church   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/theXchurch.oh Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/...

Motherhood is beautiful, messy, and sacred—but nurturing takes many forms. In this conversation, we explore biological and spiritual motherhood, what it reveals about God, and how to find purpose in every season. Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https://www.youtube.com/xchurch   Connect with X Church   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/theXchurch.oh Instagram | https://www.in...

From career shifts to empty nests, this episode explores what it means to navigate life’s big transitions. Meet Sam, hear Raina’s story, and find yourself in the in-between spaces we all walk through. Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https://www.youtube.com/xchurch   Connect with X Church   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/theXchurch.oh Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/...

Go behind the curtain with the team that helped birth and build Inspired. This episode tells the origin story, celebrates the unsung roles, and explores how God moves through both structure and surprise. Subscribe to get the latest videos and live worship: https://www.youtube.com/xchurch   Connect with X Church   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/theXchurch.oh Instagram | https://www.instagram.c...