She Lives Purposefully

Have you ever wondered: “Am I actually being a good Christian?”

In this Mini Encouragement episode (under 15 minutes), Donny and I answer a listener question about how to know if you're living as a faithful Christian and how to grow deeper in your relationship with Christ.

First, it’s important to remember something foundational: We are not Christians because we are good enough. We are Christians because we trust in Jesus as our Savior and Lord.

The Christian life isn’t about perfection—it’s about seeking God, loving Him, repenting when we fall, and continuing to walk in His ways.

In this episode we talk about:

What it really means to walk faithfully with Christ
Why the Christian life is often described as running a race
The importance of repentance, obedience, and love for God
Why following Jesus should never become just a spiritual checklist
Encouragement if you feel like you're struggling in your faith

We also share a few Christian books that can help strengthen your faith and deepen your understanding of God’s character.

Some of the books mentioned in this episode include:

📖 Mere Christianity - C.S. Lewis: https://amzn.to/3P5H1Xe 

📖 Gentle and Lowly – Dane Ortlund: https://amzn.to/4sHkFJQ 📖 Crazy Love – Francis Chan: https://amzn.to/4siaZWv 📖 Desiring God – John Piper: https://amzn.to/46Yj8a9 

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Do you ever feel like your mornings start chaotic, rushed, or unfocused?

Many of us want a peaceful morning routine that centers our day on God, but it can feel difficult to figure out what that actually looks like—especially in different seasons of life.

In this Mini Encouragement episode (under 20 minutes), I answer a listener question about how to build a successful morning routine as a Christian.

This episode offers simple ideas to help you start your day intentionally and spiritually grounded.

I talk about what an ideal morning rhythm might look like, while also giving grace for seasons when routines aren’t perfect (hello, motherhood and busy schedules!).

In this episode we discuss:

Simple habits to help start your morning with intention
Creating a Bible reading routine that helps you truly know God through Scripture
Why a comfortable or inspiring Bible study setup can help build consistency
Incorporating prayer and journaling into your quiet time
Moving your body through walks, stretching, or prayer walks
Filling your morning with Christian music and worship

Most importantly, remember this: Your morning routine doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful.

Even small moments spent seeking God can transform the way you approach the rest of your day.

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Have you ever felt like you’ve drifted away from God? Maybe life got busy with school, work, or responsibilities, and before you realized it, your relationship with God wasn’t as close as it once was.

If that’s you, please know: you are not alone. In this Mini Encouragement episode (under 20 minutes), we answer a listener question from someone in grad school who wants to reignite their faith and reconnect with God after drifting away.

First and foremost, if you feel a desire to come back to God, that is a beautiful sign that He is drawing you closer again.

In this episode we talk about simple, practical ways to begin rebuilding your faith, even during busy or overwhelming seasons of life.

God is always ready to meet you.

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Hosanna Revival (SHELIVESPURPOSEFULLY for extra 10% off): https://hosannarevival.com/shelivespurposefully 

Bible Reading Plans: https://www.shelivespurposefully.com/resources/
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Life can get busy—really busy.

Between work, family, responsibilities, and everyday life, it can sometimes feel difficult to find time to sit down and spend intentional time with God.

If you’ve ever wondered:

How do I keep seeking God when life feels overwhelming?

This Mini Encouragement episode (under 15 minutes) is for you.

The truth is that every season of life looks different. Some seasons allow for long quiet mornings with the Lord, while others feel full from the moment you wake up.

But even in the busiest seasons, God still invites us to seek Him.

In this episode we talk about practical ways to stay spiritually connected when life is full, including:

✨ Giving yourself grace during different seasons of life
✨ Finding creative ways to stay in God’s Word daily
✨ Listening to Scripture through apps like Dwell or the Bible App while driving, cooking, or cleaning
✨ Making prayer a constant conversation with God throughout your day
✨ Being intentional about the content you allow into your life

One of the most encouraging reminders from Scripture is that we are called to “pray without ceasing.”

When life feels full, it becomes even more important to fill our minds with things that point us toward Christ.

Choose the things of God instead of letting the noise of the world fill those spaces.

If you’re in a busy season of life, this episode is a reminder that seeking God may look different right now—but it is still possible and still deeply important.
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Working a busy job or having a busy life can make it difficult to stay connected to church, maintain community, and keep up with godly habits that grow you in your walk with Christ.

In this Mini Encouragement episode (under 20 minutes), we’re answering a thoughtful question from a listener who works as a night shift nurse and is trying to faithfully pursue her walk with Christ despite an opposite schedule from most people.

We know many people face this same challenge.

In this Q&A episode with Donny, we talk about how to stay spiritually grounded even when your schedule looks very different from the typical 9-to-5 lifestyle.

We discuss:

How to stay connected to church community even in a busy season or life
Why rest and grace for yourself are still important
Practical ways to make the most of the limited church time you do have
Why community may look different during certain seasons of life
Guarding your spiritual health through intentional media choices

We also talk honestly about media consumption as Christians.

With many movies and shows becoming increasingly explicit, it can be difficult to know what to watch.

And we share a few shows we’ve recently enjoyed that don’t compromise our convictions, including House of David.

If you’re trying to faithfully follow Jesus while navigating a busy schedule, shift work, or cultural pressures, this episode is for you.
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