Kristen Smith on Faith, Ministry, and Overcoming Adversity | Watch God Work w/ Lawrence E. Adjah

#Faith #Ministry #KristenSmith In this inspiring episode of Watch God Work with Lawrence E. Adjah, we welcome Kristen Smith, a media personality, ministry leader, and life coach, who shares her extraordinary journey of faith, resilience, and purpose. Kristen opens up about overcoming a turbulent childhood, leaving a successful career to follow God’s calling, and learning to navigate life’s trials with unwavering faith. From her powerful testimony of transformation in 2011 to balancing family, ministry, and work, Kristen exemplifies the strength found in trusting God through every season. This episode offers heartfelt insights into faith-driven leadership, maintaining spiritual rhythms in a busy life, and finding purpose in God’s plan—even through adversity. Summary:Kristen Smith is a dynamic media personality, ministry leader, and coach who uses her multifaceted platform to glorify God and inspire others. In this episode, Kristen shares her story of resilience, from overcoming a childhood marked by her mother's mental illness to leaving a high-paying career to deepen her ministry in Los Angeles. Through heartbreak, transformation, and financial hardships, Kristen demonstrates the importance of trusting God's guidance and embracing an "even if" mindset. Kristen also discusses her upcoming projects, including the relaunch of her website, kristensmith.com, as a hub for her ministry and coaching services. This conversation underscores themes of faith, perseverance, and purpose, offering encouragement for anyone seeking to navigate life’s challenges with grace and wisdom. Chapters: [00:00] Introduction to Kristen Smith: Media, Ministry, and Life Coaching [04:41] Overcoming a Challenging Childhood Through Prayer [05:49] Finding Confidence as a Media Personality [10:48] Spiritual Awakening After Heartbreak: A Journey of Transformation [18:06] Trusting God: Leaving a Career to Pursue Ministry in L.A. [25:16] Life Lessons from Trials: The "Even If" Mindset [29:29] Faith-Driven Work and Influencing Through Media [35:20] Daily Spiritual Rhythms: Starting the Day with God [36:53] Upcoming Projects: KristenSmith.com Relaunch [41:19] Final Reflections: Gratitude, Purpose, and God's Faithfulness Keywords:Kristen Smith, faith in ministry, overcoming adversity, Christian leadership, life coaching, spiritual transformation, balancing work and faith, daily prayer rhythm, trusting God’s plan, faith-driven media Watch God Work with Lawrence E. AdjahInspiration and Practical Wisdom to Live a Good Life, a Godly Life. ✨ Get Lawrence’s Bestselling Book:The 100 Marriage Decisions & Declarations You Need to Make Before Getting MarriedPurchase Here: https://lawrenceadjah.com/the100marriagebook 🎧 Own Lawrence’s Audiobook of the NIV Bible:Get Your Copy Here: https://www.watchgodwork.co/books/thebibleaudiobook About Watch God WorkWatch God Work with Lawrence E. Adjah is a talk show providing inspiration and practical wisdom to help you live a good life, a Godly life. We focus on strengthening your most important relationships—with God, people (including yourself), work, and the world. From powerful interviews to conversations about relationships, faith, finance, wellness, culture, and current events, we help you live intentionally and faithfully. 🌟 Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE!📲 Follow us for more updates and inspiration: Instagram: @adjah_l Instagram: @WatchGodWorkTV Twitter: @adjah_l 💬 Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today!