She Is A Message

In the Bible, there are numerous examples of Christians who have been discouraged — Moses, Jeremiah, Elijah, David and Job just to name a few. So what does God have to say about discouragement? Are you a bad Christian if you struggle with depression? Does having anxiety or depression mean that your faith is flawed? For a long time, mental illnesses such as anxiety and depression have been deeply misunderstood by many people including people within the church. For many of us, there is so...

Kathy Carter was born with a severe skin disease called ichthyosis (which occurs in 2 out of a million people). In her life, Kathy has suffered a fair amount of teasing, bullying, and isolation as a result of her disease; not only as a child but as an adult as well. In today’s episode of the She Is A Message podcast, Kathy opens up about her struggles with intense depression and anxiety and being close to suicidal. She talks about how she found herself far from God and how helpless she felt...

Dana’s life has not been ideal, to say the least. For over a decade she remained in a traumatic first marriage and eventually became the survivor of said marriage that nearly broke her spirit. In today’s episode of the She Is A Message podcast, Dana opens up about her journey of going from a broken marriage to becoming a published author and coach with her husband in Mexico. Dana has learned how to turn passion into profit and help others find the gold mines within themselves. She is also...

For a long time, I have struggled with the idea that God can use anyone, no matter how broken or damaged they might be to further His kingdom. For years I have struggled with the idea that God could use someone like me? Can you relate? Have you ever felt like because of your past or present circumstances that it was impossible for you to do anything for God because you aren't perfect and you keep making mistakes every day? In today's episode of the podcast, I discuss what to do when you...

Someone once said, “True courage is being able to smile in the face of adversity while embracing one's own vulnerability.” Despite being the victim of a horrific automobile accident that changed her life forever, Christine Rucci is determined to stay positive. In today’s episode of the She Is A Message podcast, Christine shows us what it means to face life’s challenges and smile in the midst of it all. Her struggles and successes are all part of her story and she has learned to embrace...

None of us is completely pure. None of us is exempt from the devil's attacks and none of us is able to experience God’s perfect design for our sexuality without His help, His grace, and His mercy. Regardless of our childhood, our culture, our job, our nationality, sexual brokenness is something we all face. In today's episode, I want to dive into sexual sin. I want to talk about something that many of us struggle with, that many of us have been hurt by and that many of us are too ashamed to...

Living with purpose. Three words that most Christians hear on an almost daily basis, but not that many actually understand. What does it mean to make the most of today? And are you making the most of the time you have here on earth? In today's podcast episode, I interview Taya Fisher. She’s a wife, mom to six beautiful children and entrepreneur who currently runs two separate blogs- Because We Have Today and Our Kids Empowered. In her life and marriage, Taya has come face to face with...

Doubt. A word that so many of us as Christians battle with on a sometimes daily basis, but are too afraid to talk about. But why are Christians afraid of doubt? And why is it so hard to admit that sometimes asking the hard questions about our faith is exactly how we overcome it? In today's podcast episode, I talk about my journey as I have struggled with and overcome doubt and disbelief as a Christian. I offer insight and help for those who are doubting Christians and some fantastic...

Do you believe that our most painful storms and our most shameful mistakes can turn into our greatest victories? I do. I believe that as humans, it is our responsibility to grow through what we go through. It is our choice to let the circumstances of our past (or present) destroy us or build us up. In today's podcast episode, I interviewed Gina Johnson. Gina has faced some of the biggest storms in her life but she refuses to let those storms tear her down. She has overcome sexual assault,...

What does it mean when the bible says God's grace is sufficient? And is God's grace truly enough for sinners like us? In today's episode, I talk about a recent experience I had with a friend that led me to these very questions. I also open up about some of the bad decisions I've made in the past that led me to believe that I was unforgivable and unredeemable. So many of us struggle with the idea that God truly can redeem and restore us, and if that's you then be sure to subscribe to the...

What is it like to grow up as the daughter of a minister surrounded by an unsaid by felt pressure to be perfect? How do you let go of the need to be perfect and let God do the leading and the mending He needs to? In today's podcast episode, I speak with Keshia Rice, dating coach for Christian women. She shares her story of struggling with self-esteem, rebelling against her family values and desperately trying to find her place in a world that wanted her to be everything to everyone. If...

What does the bible tell us about going through deep waters? And can we apply the principles from this bible verse to our lives today especially in the midst of this global pandemic? In today's podcast episode, I dive deep into the verse from Isaiah 43 which speaks about God's promise for the people of Israel as they went through deep waters. I also discuss the Israelites' experience in Babylon along with the experience of many of us as we live through this COVID 19 pandemic. If you're...

Have you been wanting God to transform your present circumstances? Are you desiring for God to do a new thing in your life? In today’s episode, I share what it means for God to do a new thing in our lives and how I was able to understand what He desired to do with me and this podcast. I talk about one of the biggest mistakes I made when I started on this podcast journey and the incredible lessons that God has taught me and will hopefully teach you. Tune in every Wednesday at 5 AM JST/7 PM...

How do we battle lust as Christians? And why is it so important to fight for a lust-free mind? In today’s episode, I answer those very questions. I also want to highlight the issues that many of us as Christian women struggle with including lust and give you some key ways to overcome lust and the lies you've been told so you can live a powerful life, free of the bondage of sexual sin. Tune in every Wednesday at 5 AM JST/7 PM EST for your weekly dose of inspiration, encouragement and advice...

Why is it important to tell your own story? And how does sharing stories from our lives help others? In today’s episode, Kate Allyson answers those very questions by talking about her journey with depression and other mental health issues. She discusses how she overcame these obstacles and how, through sharing her own story, inspires others to do the same. Tune in every Wednesday at 5 AM JST/7 PM EST for your weekly dose of inspiration, encouragement and advice to get you through this...

What does the Bible say about forgiving others? Why is forgiving someone so hard for us, even as Christians, and how do we do it? In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing with you my very own personal journey where I discovered what God truly meant when He asked us to forgive the people who have hurt us. I’ll also be talking about why it’s hard for us to forgive and forget, and what that means for us as imperfect, flawed Christians chasing after a perfect Saviour who keeps chasing us over and...

Do you believe that there is a purpose in your pain? Do you believe that you can take control of the pain you’ve experienced and use it for God’s glory? To impact lives? In today’s episode, I’ll be interviewing Reshma Baral as she shares her unconventional story of going from pain to purpose. She shares how she overcame PTSD and turned the pain of her past into a meaningful purpose in her present. Tune in every Wednesday at 5 AM JST/7 PM EST for your weekly dose of inspiration,...

Are you a Christian woman who is struggling with her singleness? Do you need help embracing single life as a Christian woman? In today’s new episode of the She Is A Mess podcast, I’m offering genuine advice for single Christian ladies. I know what it’s like to be a single Christian and frustrated with my lack of relationships. But I’ve come to learn a lot from this time of solitude and I wanna offer you encouragement and help you to enjoy your period of singleness until God sends the man...

Does forgiveness bring healing? How do you forgive someone who hurt you? In today’s episode, Crystal Castle speaks to us about her troubled past including the abuse she suffered at the hand of her abusive stepfather, and her descent into prostitution. Crystal proves that healing your guilt and shame is possible through the power of forgiveness. And that the more you heal past hurt through forgiveness, the more you release yourself from the experiences of your past. Tune in every Wednesday...

What does it mean to step out in faith? How do you know that God is calling you to step out in faith? What are some of the signs you look out for when you wanna be clear that it’s God who is calling you to do a new thing in your life? In today's episode, I'll be sharing with you 4 signs that God has been calling you to step out in faith. Sometimes, as Christians, it can be hard to decipher between a good thing and a God thing. So the 4 signs I go over will help you to know when God calls us...