Worth & Purpose

In this episode of  Worth & Purpose , I reflect on the quiet ways comparison can affect our thoughts, identity, and sense of worth. I share a little about where I’ve been and how the Lord has gently led me into a place of greater freedom and gratitude. This conversation is a reminder that our worth is not defined by how we measure up to others, but by who God created us to be. If you’ve ever w...

In this episode of  Worth & Purpose , we’re talking about the pressure of timelines, the feeling that we need to be at a certain place by a certain age. So many people are in a hurry to achieve, to arrive, to “make it.” But what if life was never meant to be rushed? What if instead of measuring our lives by milestones, we placed everything in God’s hands and trusted His timing? This episode is...

In this episode of  Worth & Purpose , I talk honestly about marriage and the power of words how what we say, and how we say it, can either strengthen a relationship or quietly create distance. I explore how being careless with words in marriage while being kind and encouraging everywhere else can open emotional doors that were never meant to be opened. We talk about how words can make us feel...

In this special and deeply personal episode of  Worth & Purpose , I’m joined by my husband,  Brandon Crotchett , as we remember and honor his dad our Dad Crotchett. A year ago today, he went home to be with the Lord. As we mark this day, we reflect on how God used his life in ways that continue to shape us. From the quiet strength of his faith to the way he loved his family, we share how the L...

In this episode of  Worth and Purpose , I share a moment that stayed with me, one of those quiet reminders that God is always working, even when everything feels still. A few weeks ago, I heard a message about Peter going back to fishing while waiting for Jesus to appear again. That story shifted the way I see waiting seasons and faithfulness in the ordinary. Sometimes, God’s will isn’t loud or dr...

In this episode of  Worth & Purpose , we talk about a powerful truth we often forget:  God uses broken people . Inspired by watching  Joseph: King of Dreams , this conversation reflects on how God worked through Joseph’s suffering and how Scripture is filled with imperfect, flawed people who were still chosen by God. From betrayal and doubt to fear and failure, the Bible reminds us that broken...

In this special New Year episode of Worth & Purpose, I share a gentle reminder for all of us stepping into a new season to love more, to heal from what hurt us, and to stop worrying about tomorrow. Inspired by Matthew 6:34, this episode is about learning how to rest in God’s grace for today instead of carrying the weight of what’s ahead. If last year brought pain, disappointment, or uncertaint...

Hi there! I’m Dessie, and I’m so glad you found your way here. Welcome to the podcast , a space for encouragement, faith, and honest conversations about real life. Here, we talk about seasons of doubt, moments of hope, and learning to trust God right where we are. Growing up in the Philippines taught me humility and showed me that simplicity is one of life’s greatest blessings. Coming to America o...