“I Know I Should Talk About My Faith More, But…” with Melanie Ratcliffe

If you’ve ever thought, I know I should talk about my faith more… but I don’t know how, you’re not alone. In this episode of the Ministry Wives podcast, Amy sits down with speaker, former missionary, and Director of Relational Evangelism Melanie Ratcliffe to talk about the real reasons many followers of Jesus hesitate to share their faith. From fear of saying the wrong thing to feeling unprepared for spiritual conversations, many ministry wives quietly wrestle with the tension between wanting to share the gospel and not knowing where to begin. Melanie offers practical encouragement for women who want to grow in confidence, authenticity, and intentionality when talking about Jesus in everyday life. Instead of relying on scripted approaches or pressure-filled methods, she shows how gospel conversations can flow naturally through relationships, hospitality, and genuine care for others. If you’ve ever struggled with fear, awkwardness, or uncertainty when it comes to evangelism, this conversation will remind you that God is faithful to use ordinary moments—and ordinary people—to point others to His Son. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why so many Christians feel hesitant to talk about their faith Common fears that keep believers from sharing the gospel How ministry wives can approach evangelism with authenticity instead of pressure Simple ways to open the door for meaningful spiritual conversations And more! CONNECT Connect with Melanie Instagram // Facebook Connect with Amy Facebook // Instagram // Podcast Connect with NAMB Facebook // Instagram