195: Stop Being a Covert Christian: How Real Spiritual Growth Actually Works

In this episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha and David get real about what it truly means to live as a follower of Christ — beyond Sunday morning and beyond religion. Fresh off his first physical therapy appointment post-surgery, David shares how even recovery is a lesson in leaning into the uncomfortable for growth. The conversation dives deep into why so many Christians aren't experiencing the joy and peace they're longing for, the critical difference between religion and spirituality, and why transformation is a process — not a one-time event. In this episode: Why daily prayer and scripture are the foundation for emotional stability The danger of "covert Christianity" and what it means to truly glorify God Religion vs. spirituality — and why one divides while the other unites How we're called to be transformed, not just saved Alesha's new book announcement: Wake Up and Live: A Journey to Awareness, Intention, Identity, and Purpose Connect & Resources: 📖 Get Alesha's book on Amazon: Wake Up and Live 🎤 Watch for the bonus episode dropping this weekend: Alesha's commencement speech Subscribe, share, and leave a comment — we want to hear from you! New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices