The Jess Connolly Podcast

It’s the final episode of 2025 and the closing chapter of our Bible Babes study in James. In this episode, Jess walks through the last verses of James 5 and the invitation it offers us: to wait well, watch our words, pray in every season, live in community, and courageously love others back to life. This episode wraps the year with encouragement, perspective, and a call to simple, steadfast, Spirit-filled faith. We’ll be taking a short break, but big things are coming in 2026. Thanks for spending this year in the Word with us! Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Listen on the go with the Dwell Bible App and save 25% on a one-year or 50% on a lifetime subscription: www.dwellapp.io/jess. Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of eating disorders, body image, and fertility loss. Please listen with care. In this double-feature episode, Jess talks with Jordan Lee Dooley about her new book Be Good to Your Body, a biblical and sustainable vision for caring for the body without obsession or shame. Then she sits down with Erica Gwynn, author of That’s Just Not True, to expose the subtle lies women believe and replace them with God’s unchanging truth. Two timely books, one powerful conversation. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Grab Be Good to Your Body and That’s Just Not True for a powerful pair of books that will reshape how you see your body, your health, and the truth you live by. ⁠Signed books on sale 📚 Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

What happens when we stop calling sin, sin? Jess and Pastor and author Jamin Goggin discuss confession, healing, and the grace that meets us when we stop hiding and tell the truth. This isn’t condemnation, it’s coming home. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Grab Jamin’s book, Pastoral Confessions. Signed books on sale 📚 Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Today, Jess is joined by her daughter, Glory, to walk through James 4 & 5 and talk about studying Scripture in real life. They share simple ways to stay rooted in the Word, surrender our plans to God, and trust Him with what’s ahead, even in busy or changing seasons. In This Episode: • Simple Bible study tools • Holding plans with open hands • Money, desire, and trust in James 4-5 Let’s go. Don’t Miss: This fall, let Scripture move with you! Listen on the go with the Dwell Bible App and save 25% on a one-year or 50% on a lifetime subscription: www.dwellapp.io/jess. What Comes Next is out now, and you’re invited to join our next 40 Days Reading Group! We’ll read through the book together, share prayers and prompts, and encourage one another along the way. This starts Monday, November 10th. Grab a copy, join us, and take steps toward what comes next! Join the group here. So many of you asked how to love on Glory as she heads to college (😭), here’s her dorm wishlist if you’d like to bless her! Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

This week, I sit down with my husband, Pastor Nick, to talk about our upcoming sabbatical. We share why stepping back to rest, repair, and delight in God is so needed, for pastors and for all of us. If you’ve ever felt tired but loved what you do, this episode will hit home. Let’s go. Resources & Links: Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

What does it look like to walk wisely through Halloween? Jess shares how to honor God, love your neighbors, and stand firm in the truth that darkness is real, but already defeated. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next, is now out! Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Feeling stuck in past hurts or carrying hidden offense? In this episode, Jess sits down with Alexandra Hoover, author of You Can Let Go, to talk about how old wounds, rejection, and offense shape our lives, and how to finally release them. You’ll hear practical ways to recognize offense, process pain without becoming a victim, and walk in freedom. If you’re ready to stop replaying old hurts and step into a life of healing and purpose, this conversation is for you. Let’s go. Resources & Links: You Can Let Go by Alexandra Hoover Learn more & sign up for the Greece trip:https://www.premierisrael.com/jessconnolly Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

What kind of wisdom are you living by? In this Bible Babes episode, Jess is joined by her friend Amanda Wyse to unpack James 3, wrestling with pride, humility, and the quiet strength that comes from walking in God’s wisdom. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Still hoping to finish the Bible in a Year? The Dwell Audio Bible App makes listening easy to help Scripture sink in. Start a 90-day plan, like The Bible Recap: New Testament in 90 Days, The Historical Plan, or The Straight Thru Plan, and let the Word go with you wherever you go! You can get 25% off your yearly subscription at ⁠www.dwellapp.io/jess. Learn more & sign up for the Greece trip:https://www.premierisrael.com/jessconnolly Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next, is now out! Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

​​Nick Connolly is back on the podcast! We start this conversation with what it looks like to live as Kingdom people in a heavy, divided world, staying steady, compassionate, and focused on what really matters. Then we switch gears with five spicy date night questions. Get ready for honest laughs, real talk about marriage, and the unexpected ways we support each other. Encouragement for the hard days and inspiration for your next date night await in this episode! Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next, is now out! Other books mentioned in this episode: The Bible is for You, by Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams Learn more & sign up for the Greece trip:https://www.premierisrael.com/jessconnolly Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Burnout isn’t just tired; it’s deeper. In this episode, Jess unpacks how to spot burnout, why it affects so many people, and gentle ways to move toward healing and hope. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next, is now out! Grab your copy + Claim your bonuses today! (Burnout Guide) Other books mentioned in this episode: Tired of Being Tired by Jess Connolly Take the Maslach Burnout Inventory test. Listen to Episode 99: Are Your Boundaries Selfish? Learn more & sign up for the Greece trip:https://www.premierisrael.com/jessconnolly Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

We made it to 100 episodes of The Jess Connolly Podcast! Jess and the director of Go + Tell Gals, Anna Victorson celebrate this milestone with a behind-the-scenes look at book launches, the story behind Jess’s new devotional What Comes Next, and lessons from 100 episodes of living fully awake. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: 🎉 Giveaway time! 🎉 We’ve got something special for you in this episode. For all the details + to enter the giveaway, all you need to do is fill out this form. Pre-order What Comes Next + get exclusive bonuses: https://www.jessconnolly.com/whatcomesnext Learn more & sign up for the Greece trip:https://www.premierisrael.com/jessconnolly Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

What if boundaries aren’t selfish, but a way to honor God and love people better? In this episode, Jess explores what the Bible actually says about limits, how Jesus modeled them, and why healthy boundaries bring freedom. She also shares five simple questions to help you discern if a boundary in your life is Spirit-led. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Preorder Jess’s new book, What Comes Next, and get access to exclusive gifts like the audiobook, practical guides, and a spot in the first 40 Days with What Comes Next group. Claim your bonuses today! Books listed in this episode: Good Boundaries and Goodbyes by Lysa TerKeurst +, Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Bible Babes is back, and this week Jess is joined by her friend Katie Oballe to walk through James 3. This passage doesn’t hold back, reminding us that our words can spark life or lead to destruction. Together, Jess and Katie talk honestly about why taming the tongue feels so hard, how the Holy Spirit meets us in our weakness, and what it looks like to choose words that bless instead of break. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Struggling to read your bible? Listen to God’s word effortlessly using Dwell. The Jess Connolly Podcast is partnering with Dwell, and you can get 25% off your year subscription at ⁠www.dwellapp.io/jess. Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here. Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Jess opens up about her journey from struggling with Paul’s tone to deeply loving his writings, and why his view on suffering, weakness, and grace matters today. She also shares how Paul inspired her new book, What Comes Next, and talks with Emily Vogeltanz about their upcoming Steps of Paul trip to Greece in 2026. If you’ve ever wrestled with Paul or want to see Scripture come alive, this episode is for you! Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Pre-order What Comes Next + get exclusive bonuses: https://www.jessconnolly.com/whatcomesnext Learn more + sign up for the Greece trip: https://www.premierisrael.com/jessconnolly Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Ever think, “I wish I’d said that differently”? Jess gets real about words she regrets before a powerful convo with Kate Strickler of Nap Time Kitchen. They discuss her new book, I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen, contentment, marriage myths, friendship struggles, and why a bigger kitchen, or any “next thing,” won’t fix everything. Honest, funny, and full of grace, this episode will leave you feeling less alone and more encouraged. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Coaching might be your next step if you feel a pull to help others move forward, live with intention, and pursue what God has for them. Our fall Coaching Certification applications are now live! Apply today! Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

What does God’s voice sound like? And how do you know it’s really Him? In this episode, Jess invites you into her own process of learning to listen and respond to God in everyday life. You’ll also hear the story of how one moment of God’s clear direction in June turned into a whirlwind season of writing that became Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next. If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself when trying to discern God’s voice, this episode will encourage you to lean in, trust Him, and move forward with expectation. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Preorder Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next. Listen to Episode 14: You Are More Than You’ve Been Told, an interview with Hosanna Wong Struggling to read your bible? Listen to God’s word effortlessly using Dwell. The Jess Connolly Podcast is partnering with Dwell, and you can get 25% off your year subscription at ⁠www.dwellapp.io/jess. Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Bible Babes is back! If you’ve been craving a Bible study, you’re in the right place. In this episode, Jess is joined by her friend, Meredith Knox, as they dive into James 2:14-26. They wrestle with the tension between faith and works, share personal stories, and offer practical ways to live what you believe without slipping into striving. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Coaching might be your next step if you feel a pull to help others move forward, live with intention, and pursue what God has for them. Our fall Coaching Certification applications are now live! Apply today! Jess recently collaborated with The Tiny Tassel to create a limited-edition jewelry collection designed to help you live presently, dress with purpose, and celebrate the woman you are today. The handcrafted pieces are available now, but only for a short time at The Tiny Tassel Flagship and online at thetinytassel.com. Shop at The Tiny Tassel! ⁠Use code JESS20 ⁠for 20% off your order in store or online. Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

August has just begun, but we’re gearing up for the fall here! Jess starts this episode out by sharing her personal fall bucket list. Everything from cozy seasonal decor to staying on top of her seminary reading. It’s a fun and thoughtful look at how she’s preparing her heart and rhythms for the season ahead. Then she’s joined by speaker and author Tara Sun to talk about her brand-new book, Overbooked and Overwhelmed, which will be released tomorrow! Jess and Tara talk about the moment Tara realized she needed to make a change, how she’s learning to prioritize rest in a full life, and the practical shifts she’s making to stay present with God and her people. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with the seasons quickly changing, rhythms shifting, or just need some encouragement, this episode is for you. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Coaching might be your next step if you feel a pull to help others move forward, live with intention, and pursue what God has for them. Our fall Coaching Certification applications are now live! Apply today! You don’t have to stay stuck. Join Jess and the Go and Tell Gals for All Day Coaching designed to help you gain clarity, courage, and momentum. Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here. Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

This is an episode you don’t want to miss! Jess shares some hot takes on seminary. Covering heresy, theology, and how we handle Scripture with both conviction and compassion. Then she’s joined by her friend and fellow coach, Skyla Sale, for a joyful, honest conversation about calling, singleness, and the beauty of reciprocal discipleship. Whether you’re in a season of study, leadership, or waiting, this conversation will encourage you to keep walking with God in whatever season. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Jess recently collaborated with The Tiny Tassel to create a limited-edition jewelry collection designed to help you live presently, dress with purpose, and celebrate the woman you are today. The handcrafted pieces are available now, but only for a short time at The Tiny Tassel Flagship and online at thetinytassel.com. Shop at The Tiny Tassel! ⁠Use code JESS20 ⁠for 20% off your order in store or online. Connect with Skyla Sale + book coaching with her, here. Listen to Episode 23 Coaching might be your next step if you feel a pull to help others move forward, live with intention, and pursue what God has for them. Our fall coaching certification kicks off soon, and we’d love to invite you in. Join the waitlist today. Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here. Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Welcome back to The Jess Connolly Podcast! Today, Jess pulls back the curtain on what’s been happening at Go + Tell Gals. With so much shifting in 2025: new rhythms, new clarity, and a fresh focus on what matters most, she fills you in on it all. Then, she sits down with Sara Hagerty, author of The Gift of Limitations, for a deeply honest conversation about embracing our limits, the courage it takes to surrender, and how life’s pauses can lead us closer to God’s calling. Whether navigating transition or simply wondering what’s next, this episode offers hope, healing, and real talk about living well within the boundaries God gives us. Let’s go. Don’t Miss: Looking to reduce your anxiety and stress, elevate your mood and motivation, AND experience goal-crushing focus? Try Magic Mind. Get 50% off your first Magic Mind subscription using the code JESSCONN50 You don’t have to stay stuck. Join Jess and the Go and Tell Gals for All Day Coaching, designed to help you gain clarity, courage, and momentum. Are you a Coach? If you want to apply for the 2025 Go + Tell Gals Coaching Certification, join the waitlist here. Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here. Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today! Connect further with Jess: https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com