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Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Have you ever felt like emotional trauma has stolen your sense of self, leaving you questioning your worth and purpose? Whether from betrayal, loss, or the cumulative weight of everyday stresses, these wounds can silently erode your confidence and disrupt your spiritual walk. The journey to healing doesn't mean erasing your story....

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Struggling to maintain consistency in your faith walk? Feeling spiritually stagnant amid life's demands? The Gospel of Mark offers exactly what your soul craves—an action-packed, urgent invitation back to authentic discipleship. Mark's gospel cuts through religious noise with refreshing directness. Written by John Mark, who li...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Ever stood in your kitchen surrounded by chaos, feeling that quiet pang of guilt because your Bible has been sitting unopened for days? The tension between longing for spiritual depth and managing life's demands is real, and it's a struggle shared by countless women trying to balance faith, family, and everything in between. T...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Printable Bible Study >>> PaulaBehrens.com/members Have you ever wondered what it truly means to follow Jesus as King—not just in words, but in every aspect of your life? The Gospel of Matthew holds powerful answers that can transform your everyday experience of faith. Matthew's Gospel opens with a genealogy that might see...

Find the full episode here >> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Ever feel like you're drowning in family schedules while faith gets squeezed into whatever tiny cracks remain? You're not alone. This spiritual tug-of-war affects countless families who genuinely want God at the center but struggle against the relentless current of activities, commitments, and responsibilities. The problem isn&apo...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog What happens when your deepest faith collides with the world's expectations? When choosing Jesus means standing alone? This raw, heartfelt exploration takes us beyond superficial spirituality into the sacred space where suffering becomes purpose. We often misunderstand Christian suffering, assuming it's about illness or genera...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Ever feel like your emotions are running wild while your spiritual life suffers? You're not alone. That swirling internal chaos—when you can't focus during prayer, when you say things you regret, when past hurts and future fears collide—isn't a sign of spiritual failure. It's simply evidence that you're human. T...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Ever felt the ache of walking your faith journey alone while married? That spiritual disconnect can leave you wondering how to stay close to God when your spouse doesn't share your beliefs. Today's episode tackles this profound challenge with both compassion and practical wisdom. Drawing from the biblical story of David and Ba...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog The weight of walking your spiritual journey alone while married can feel crushing. That tension between Sunday morning preparations—gathering kids, grabbing Bibles, rushing out the door—while your husband remains disinterested cuts deep into your heart. Those silent questions emerge: Why doesn't he care? Is something broken in our...

Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blog Temptation sneaks in at our most vulnerable moments—when we're tired, lonely, or pursuing spiritual growth. That pull toward compromise feels universal because it is. Every person faces it, including Jesus himself. This episode unpacks what happens in our hearts when temptation arrives and offers practical, biblically-grounded stra...

Find the full episode here: PaulaBehrens.com/blog The ground beneath our faith often shakes most violently when disaster strikes without warning. After the devastating Guadalupe River flood that swept through Texas on July 4th, many of us are left grappling with profound questions about God's presence in tragedy. As someone whose own grandchildren survived this catastrophe while others lost t...

Find the full episode here >>> Resentment: The Silent Thief of Your Spiritual Peace Hidden deep beneath our smiles and daily routines, resentment can silently rob us of joy, peace, and spiritual connection. We often carry these wounds far longer than we realize, allowing them to color our relationships and distance us from God's healing presence. This powerful episode explores the su...

Feeling spiritually drained? You're not alone. That exhaustion isn't a sign of weakness—it's a signal that you've been carrying more than you were meant to carry alone. Most believers who pour themselves out for others eventually reach a point where their own spiritual tanks run empty. The real challenge isn't just external noise—it's the internal weight of expectatio...

Find more in my blog: 7 Powerful Truths Every Christian Disciple Needs to Know What does it truly mean to make disciples when everything around you feels like it's crumbling? After enduring the harrowing hours while waiting for my twin grandchildren to reunite with their parents during the devastating Guadalupe River flood, I've reflected deeply on that question. And thus arrived at the...

What happens when the crisis you're walking through leaves you questioning God? How do you pray when words fail you? This deeply personal episode takes you into the heart of a grandmother's wait to learn that her grandchildren were finally reunited with family during the catastrophic Guadalupe flash flood of July 4, 2025. Between the cracks of this terrifying story emerges a profound tru...

Find the full episode here > PaulaBehrens.com/blog Procrastination often disguises itself as busyness, perfectionism, or waiting for the "right time," but beneath these excuses lies a deeper spiritual battle for your purpose and calling. This eye-opening episode reveals how even the smallest delays can derail God's plans for your life and provides biblical strategies to break fre...

Have you ever sat down for quiet time with God only to find your mind wandering or your phone constantly pinging? You're not alone. The struggle to maintain meaningful connection with God amid life's chaos is real—and it's exactly what we're tackling head-on in this powerful episode. Quiet time isn't just another task on your to-do list; it's the sacred space where yo...

Find the full episode here > Refining Leadership: The Upside-Down Kingdom of Servant Leadership What does it mean to truly lead like Jesus? This question sits at the heart of authentic Christian leadership, challenging us to embrace a revolutionary model that radically contradicts our culture's definition of success and influence. Drawing from Mark 10:42-45, we discover Jesus' counter...

Find the full episode here > Surrendering Your Plans: The Path to God-Centered Goals   Struggling to align your goals with God's will? There's a profound difference between productivity-obsessed planning and faith-centered goal setting that transforms not just what we accomplish, but who we become. At the heart of this transformation is Proverbs 16:3 – "Commit your work to the Lo...

Ever stared at your Bible wondering where to even begin? Or maybe you've tried reading it but found yourself more confused than inspired? You're not alone. Many believers struggle to develop a meaningful Bible reading habit that actually transforms their lives. The truth is, Scripture isn't meant to be a complicated maze—it's a living, breathing invitation to know God more deep...

Summer arrives with longer days, family gatherings, and yes—lengthier to-do lists that can leave even the most organized Christian woman feeling overwhelmed. What if the season meant for refreshment is actually draining your spiritual and emotional reserves? This eye-opening episode challenges the cultural praise of hustle with a powerful biblical truth: your worth is not defined by your productiv...

Generosity springs from a heart aligned with God's abundance rather than the world's scarcity. Are we giving from obligation or from overflow? This transformative question changes everything about our generosity journey.  Ancient believers understood the spiritual connection between aromatic elements and generous worship. Frankincense and myrrh—gifts to the Christ child—symbolized spirit...

Every father and grandfather shapes their children's spiritual understanding through their actions and character, creating a profound legacy that influences how future generations view God. • Children form their concept of God based on their experiences with their earthly fathers • Our perfect Heavenly Father models ideal parenting through His perfect love, provision, instruction, example, di...

What are you investing in that will last forever? While the world fixates on material possessions that rust and fade, Jesus offers a profound alternative path – storing up treasures in heaven through acts of faith, love, and obedience that create an eternal legacy. This episode dives deep into Jesus's timeless parables, particularly the Parable of the Sower, which challenges us to examine our...

Have you ever looked at your faith and wondered if it's just something you claim to have, or if it's truly the foundation you're standing on? When life's storms hit—illness, loss, disappointment—do you find yourself scrambling for stability or standing firm in peace? The difference between a Christian life that thrives and one that merely survives lies in the strength of its fo...