SPIRIT FILLED GIRL TALK | Sisterhood, Iron Sharpens Iron, Following Jesus, Identity in Christ, Surrender

Have you ever felt like something was spiritually off, but couldn't explain why? Maybe you've been more anxious, impatient, restless, or emotionally exhausted than usual. What if those moments aren't interruptions—but invitations from God? In this temple talk episode of Spirit Filled Girl Talk, we're exploring how God often uses the ordinary moments of life to gently get our attention. Through the lens of Psalm 139:23–24, we talk about the "check engine light of the heart"—those recurring signals that something beneath the surface needs His loving attention. Together, we discuss how to recognize these spiritual warning signs without falling into fear or self-condemnation, why God reveals what's happening in our hearts, and a simple biblical framework for bringing those places to Him. In this episode, we discuss: How to recognize when God is getting your attention The difference between conviction and condemnation Four common spiritual "dashboard lights" How to respond when you feel distant from God Why tending your heart changes your relationships If you've been longing to grow closer to Jesus, hear His voice more clearly, and experience deeper peace, we pray this conversation encourages you to slow down, invite God into what's beneath the surface, and remember: the signal isn't the problem—the signal is the invitation. This Isn't Small Talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.  

Have you ever wondered, "Was that God... or just my own thoughts?" If you've struggled to discern God's voice, feared making the wrong decision, or worried about missing His will for your life, you're not alone. In this episode of Spirit Filled Girl Talk, we're talking about what it actually means to hear God's voice and why biblical discernment is more relational than mystical. God isn't asking us to chase signs or wait for an audible voice. Instead, He invites us to know Him more deeply through Scripture, prayer, surrender, and the leading of the Holy Spirit. We also share personal stories of overthinking, wrestling with major decisions, and learning to trust God's peace instead of anxiety. Plus, we offer four practical filters to help you discern whether something is truly from the Lord. In this episode, we discuss: How to recognize God's voice The difference between fear, conviction, and discernment Why Scripture is the foundation for hearing God How Christian community strengthens discernment Four biblical filters for making wise decisions If you've been longing for more confidence in following Jesus and hearing His leading, we pray this conversation gives you practical tools and the peace to take your next faithful step. This Isn't Small Talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.  

Girl talk on what—or who—is shaping your heart? Every day we're giving something access to our minds, emotions, and attention. Social media, conversations, entertainment, news, our own thought patterns—whether we realize it or not, we're constantly being discipled by something. In this episode of Spirit Filled Girl Talk, we're exploring what Proverbs 4:23 really means when it tells us to guard your heart. This isn't a conversation about fear, legalism, or avoiding the world. It's about learning to recognize what's influencing your thoughts, protecting your peace, and intentionally making more room for Jesus to shape who you're becoming. Together, we talk about how subtle influences affect our spiritual growth, why our internal narratives matter, and practical ways to cultivate a Christ-centered atmosphere in our hearts, homes, and relationships. In this episode, we discuss: What it truly means to guard your heart The hidden influences shaping your faith How your thoughts can either produce peace or pressure Why abiding in Christ requires intentionality Practical ways to create an atmosphere that points you back to Jesus If you've been longing to grow in spiritual discernment, protect your peace, and become more intentional about what shapes your heart, we pray this conversation encourages you to draw closer to Jesus and let His voice become the one that influences you most. This Isn't Small Talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

What do you do when life doesn't go the way you planned? In this heartfelt conversation, we sit down with Cecelia Curtis, host of The Heart of Friendship Podcast and founder of Ada's Teacup, for some girl talk about trusting God through life's unexpected transitions. From moving across the world to Japan, to infertility, career changes, and seasons of uncertainty, Cecelia shares how God met her in the middle of disappointment, waiting, and learning to surrender and trust God. With God, there is nothing wasted. Together, we explore what it looks like to trust God when the future feels unclear, how to release control and embrace daily obedience, and why sisterhood is so important during difficult seasons. We also discuss the power of remembering God's faithfulness, finding peace in the waiting, and trusting that even when we can't see it, God is preparing us for what lies ahead. If you're navigating a life transition, struggling with uncertainty, or wondering how to keep saying "yes" to God when His timing doesn't make sense, this conversation will encourage your heart and remind you that you are not forgotten. In this episode, we discuss: Trusting God in seasons of uncertainty Navigating life transitions with faith Surrendering control and embracing God's timing Infertility, career changes, and unexpected detours The importance of Christian sisterhood and support Finding peace through daily obedience Remembering God's faithfulness in every season This Isn't Small Talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Cecelia: → Listen to The Heart of Friendship: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-heart-of-friendship-how-to-make-friends/id1735453749 → Check out Ada's Cup: https://adas-tea-cup.myshopify.com/discount/GIRLTALK Discount code to try Cecelias lovely teas is GIRLTALK   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

Have you ever wanted to try biblical fasting but weren't sure where to begin? Maybe it feels intimidating, overly religious, or like something only "super spiritual" Christians do. In this episode of Spirit Filled Girl Talk, we're sharing what happened when we completed our very first 7-day fast alongside six incredible women from our Spirit-Filled Sisterhood community. We entered the fast praying for breakthrough in our marriages, but God had something even deeper in mind. Instead of simply changing our circumstances, He lovingly revealed areas of our own hearts that needed healing, surrender, and greater trust. Together, we unpack what fasting really is, why Jesus modeled it, and how fasting isn't about earning God's favor or manipulating an outcome. It's about removing distractions so we can draw closer to Him, hear His voice more clearly, and grow in intimacy with Jesus. In this episode, we discuss: What the Bible says about fasting Why Christians fast Common misconceptions about fasting What God revealed during our 7-day fast Simple ways to begin fasting without fear or legalism If you've been longing for a deeper relationship with Jesus, we pray this conversation encourages you to create space for Him to lovingly reveal what's in your heart.   This Isn't Small Talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   Resources Mentioned: Mercy Culture Teaching on Fasting: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mercy-culture/id1460834339?i=1000763694572 Fasting Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/188hN_kBXeESOyZbO7mffEiU8gcA9dlbN/view?usp=drive_link 7-Day Resepect Your Husband Challenge: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WCZIu3SGLGkBz9AAPDm9kbnvOEKrJOnk/view?usp=drive_link   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

Has your health journey started to feel overwhelming? Between endless wellness advice, fear-based messaging, and the pressure to do everything "right," it's easy to slip from stewardship into striving. In this Temple Talk episode of Spirit Filled Girl Talk, we're exploring what it truly means to honor the body God gave you without turning healthy living into another form of performance. If you've ever felt exhausted trying to optimize every detail, afraid you'll make the "wrong" health choice, or found yourself obsessing over your symptoms, this conversation is for you. Together, we discuss the difference between biblical stewardship and perfectionism, why your diagnosis is not your identity, and how to pursue healing while keeping your peace firmly rooted in Christ—not your circumstances. You'll also hear practical, sustainable ways to care for your body through simple daily rhythms like sleep, hydration, nourishing food, movement, sunlight, emotional health, and rest—without fear or guilt. In this episode, we discuss: Stewardship vs. striving in your health journey How to avoid making wellness an idol Why your diagnosis doesn't define you Simple, biblical foundations for whole-body health Finding peace while trusting God with your healing Remember: stewardship isn't burdensome when you understand it's less about perfecting your life and more about aligning with God's kingdom values.   This Isn't Small Talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   Get Sarah's free Toxic Load Assessment + Masterclass HERE. Listen to Faith-Filled Healing on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-filled-healing-root-cause-functional-medicine/id6786027054 or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033HJRW5dVoiBl5fd6oUqF?si=59682fd9b8e4472c   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

Have you ever felt like you need to get your life together before God can really use you? In this episode of Spirit Filled Girl Talk, we're exposing the lie that says you have to fix yourself before you can come to God—and discovering the freedom that comes from surrendering instead of striving. If you've been wrestling with perfectionism, shame, feelings of not being enough, or believing God is waiting for a "better version" of you, this conversation is for you. Together, we talk about what it truly means to find your identity in Christ, why wholeness isn't perfection, and how God often does His greatest work right in the middle of our brokenness. You'll hear personal stories of surrender, practical encouragement for replacing performance with abiding, and powerful reminders from Scripture that your worth isn't earned—it's already been secured through Jesus. If you're longing to stop striving, trust God more deeply, and walk confidently in your identity as His daughter, we pray this conversation encourages your heart. In this episode, we discuss: Why brokenness doesn't disqualify you The difference between striving and surrender What it means to live from your identity in Christ How abiding in Jesus leads to lasting peace and contentment Practical steps to replace performance with daily surrender This Isn't Small Talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

Sisterhood and kingdom friendships are meant to sharpen us—but what happens when convictions differ? In this honest girl talk, we explore Romans 14 and 15 and how to stay unified, loving, and safe in Christian friendships when you believe differently. Learn to practice discernment, protect your peace, honor conviction and liberties without judgment, and abide in Christ's grace when disagreement threatens closeness. A deep dive into mature discipleship through friendship. From topics like modesty, alcohol, media choices, health convictions, and personal boundaries to the deeper issues of judgment, pride, and spiritual control, we're unpacking how mature Christian women can walk together in humility without demanding sameness. We'll discuss why it's not our job to be someone else's Holy Spirit, how to avoid becoming a stumbling block to fellow believers, and what it means to honor one another's convictions while remaining anchored in biblical truth. If you've ever felt judged, pressured, misunderstood, or struggled to extend grace when another believer sees things differently than you do, this conversation is for you. In This Episode, We Discuss: What Romans 14 and 15 teach about Christian liberty and personal convictions The difference between biblical commands and personal convictions How to navigate differences in Christian friendships without damaging unity Why mature Christian sisterhood requires humility, grace, and patience What it means to avoid becoming a stumbling block to others The dangers of judgment, contempt, and spiritual superiority Why it's not your job to be someone else's Holy Spirit How to disagree with other Christians in a loving, biblical way Practical ways to create safer, healthier Christian friendships How to protect unity without compromising truth This isn't small talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

Christian sisterhood isn’t just about connection—it’s about building friendships that point you back to Jesus. Some friendships are enjoyable… but others are deeply God-breathed. In this honest girl talk episode, we explore what it looks like when a friendship grows into true kingdom sisterhood—relationships that don’t just survive conflict, but actually deepen through it. We unpack the marks of a spiritually healthy friendship, including honesty without fear, humility on both sides, and the ability to navigate hard conversations with grace and clarity. We also talk about why mutual honor creates safety, how curiosity can prevent unnecessary conflict, and what it means to build meaningful friendships while following Jesus together.  This episode highlights the difference between surface-level connection and Christ-centered friendship—where you pray together, speak truth in love, and grow in faith side by side. If you’ve been longing for deeper, more meaningful relationships rooted in truth, trust, and the Holy Spirit, this conversation will give you a clear picture of what’s possible—and how to begin cultivating it. This isn't small talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

What if the thing that transforms us most isn't punishment—but mercy?  Many of us intellectually understand that God is merciful, but what happens when that truth moves from our heads to our hearts? When we move from understanding God as judge to knowing Him as mercy, everything shifts—including how we love our sisters. In this episode of Spirit Filled Girl Talk, we explore what it means to abide in Christ's compassion, trade performance for presence, and extend the same radical grace God extends to us. If your faith has felt heavy with perfectionism or judgment toward others, this honest girl talk will help you experience redemption in how you see yourself and your sisters in Christ. We'll talk about: Why many of us struggle to fully receive God's mercy How our view of earthly authority can shape our view of God The difference between fear-based obedience and love-driven obedience Why God's kindness transforms us more deeply than condemnation How mercy changes the way we extend grace to others What it means to become more like Christ through abiding in Him If you've ever wrestled with shame, perfectionism, judgment, or feeling like you need to earn God's approval, this conversation will remind you of the tender, compassionate heart of the Father. Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 11:28–30 Lamentations 3:22–23 Psalm 139 Romans 2:4   This isn't small talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

Discernment in Christian Sisterhood matters—especially when friendships start to feel confusing. Not all friendships sharpen your faith. So how do you know which relationships are life-giving—and which ones are quietly draining your peace? In this honest girl talk episode, we share a simple three-question discernment filter to help you navigate friendships with wisdom, clarity, and the Holy Spirit leading the way. We unpack how to recognize the fruit of the Spirit in a relationship, why teachability is a key marker of spiritual maturity, and how to discern whether a friendship brings freedom or pressure. We also talk about the importance of healthy relational boundaries and why not everyone is meant to have the same level of access to your heart. This isn’t about judging or labeling people—it’s about growing in discernment, guarding your peace, and building Christ-centered friendships that reflect truth, humility, and love. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this discernment… or am I just being judgmental?”—this episode will give you a simple, prayerful grid to come back to as you walk in faith, sisterhood, and obedience. This isn't small talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

What happens when you're surrendering to God but nothing seems to be happening? In this episode of Spirit Filled Girl Talk, we welcome Christian artist and author Jasmine Green for a Spirit-filled conversation about surrendering in seasons where growth feels slow, hidden, or confusing. If you've ever wondered whether the quiet, wilderness seasons of life are empty or simply preparation for something greater, this episode is for you. Jasmine shares her personal journey from creative breakthroughs during lockdown to learning to trust God's timing amid uncertainty and waiting. Together, we explore the difference between waiting and surrendering, the importance of discerning God’s voice in everyday life, and how nothing in your walk with Jesus is ever wasted — even when the fruit isn’t visible. This episode dives deep into themes of Christian sisterhood, spiritual growth, abiding in Christ, obedience, and cultivating trust in God’s faithfulness. Discover practical encouragement to embrace the unknown with confidence and lean into the refining work God is doing in you behind the scenes. Whether you are in a season of waiting, facing difficult transitions, or simply longing for deeper intimacy with Jesus, tune in to be strengthened, encouraged, and reminded that your journey matters. This isn't small talk. It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   Connect with Jasmine: jasminegreen.co instagram.com/jasminegreen   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community  → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

Surrender your body image shame and your healing journey and trust God for redemption—even when your body feels broken. Have you ever felt like your body is working against you—despite doing everything “right”? Honest girl talk  sharing our personal journeys through chronic symptoms, breast implant illness, and the deeper emotional and spiritual roots behind them. This episode explores how your body is not broken—it’s responding. We talk about root cause healing, the limits of conventional and functional approaches, and how true healing begins when we stop striving and start surrendering. You’ll hear how identity in Christ, abiding in Him, and walking in obedience transformed not just our health—but our hearts. We unpack the tension between control and trust, the role of suffering in spiritual growth, and how God meets you in the middle of your healing journey. If you’ve felt dismissed, confused, or exhausted in your health, this is your reminder: your story isn’t over. God is still working. This is an invitation to stop striving, trust God, and step into wholeness in Christ—body, mind, and spirit. This isn't small talk.  It's Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

Are you carrying the weight of your husband's faith journey? In this episode of Spirit Filled Girl Talk, we sit down with Alyssa Rahn to explore surrender over forcing change — how to trust God fully with his heart while abiding in Christ yourself. Discover how releasing control over his faith growth deepens your own walk through humility and obedience, strengthens your marriage by fostering unity, and invites God's transforming work in both your hearts. You'll also hear a powerful story of redemption and God’s faithfulness, reminding us that God is always working and nothing is wasted.  Join us as we affirm that your calling is to abide, pray, and trust, knowing God’s love and sovereignty can transform your marriage. Because true peace in marriage doesn’t come from control… It comes from intimacy with Jesus. And friend — you are more positioned than you think. This isn’t small talk. It’s Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   Ignite Revival: Powerful Prayers & Declarations: https://www.alyssarahn.com/prayers Connect with Alyssa: www.facebook.com/vrable1 www.instagram.com/thealyssarahn www.alyssarahn.com/podcast   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.

Surrender your tongue and walk in obedience—because not every truth is yours to speak. Have you ever felt the urge to say something hard… but questioned if it was actually your place? In this Sisterhood episode, we’re having honest girl talk about what it means to speak hard truths with love, how to know when to speak up and when to stay silent, and how surrendering control of our tongue actually deepens intimacy with Jesus and strengthens our friendships. Because growing in faith isn’t just about knowing God's word—it's about knowing how to walk it out in daily life and how to love well. We unpack the tension between knowledge and wisdom, and why not every revelation is an assignment. If you’ve ever struggled with tone, correction, or navigating hard conversations in Christian sisterhood, this episode will meet you right where you are. Inside this conversation: • Why truth requires relationship and responsibility • How to discern when to speak vs stay silent • How an unsurrendered tongue creates division • Why tone, timing, and heart posture matter This is for the woman growing in identity in Christ, pursuing deeper faith, and learning to abide in Him—even in challenging relationships. Because obedience isn’t just what you say. It’s how you say it—and whether God asked you to say it at all. This isn’t small talk. It’s Spirit Filled Girl Talk.   💌 Connect with Us: → Join our Spirit Filled Sisterhood Community on Facebook. → Join our email list to stay in the loop about new episodes, resources, and more: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://spiritfilledgirltalk.myflodesk.com/ → Check us out on our webite: http://spiritfilledgirltalk.com 📣 Help Us Spread the Word! If you loved this episode, would you take 30 seconds to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts? Your support helps other women discover Spirit-filled encouragement right when they need it most.