Faith Fueled Living: Christian Mindset, Purpose, Wellness and Biblical Encouragement for Women

This episode tells the kind of story that stops you and makes you think differently about faith.

Cara Shine shares her journey from growing up in Judaism to encountering Jesus in a deeply personal and unexpected way. Her story unfolds during a time of fear and uncertainty, when the world around her felt anything but safe.

This is not just a testimony. It’s a reminder that faith is often found in the middle of real life, not after everything is figured out. Through moments of doubt, questions, and a powerful turning point, Cara’s stor...

In this conversation with Rabbi Daniel Cohen, we break down what it really looks like to reverse engineer your life so your daily choices actually lead to the life and legacy you want.

This is not about chasing success. It is about living with intention, showing up fully, and making an impact in the moments that most people overlook.

We talk about how small, consistent decisions shape your future, why presence matters more than productivity, and how to align your life with what God is calling you to do.

If you have been...

What if the tension in your marriage isn’t about the issue… but how you’re seeing each other?

In this conversation with Emerson Eggerichs, we get into the patterns that quietly break connection and what actually rebuilds it. You’ll hear why so many couples get stuck in cycles of frustration, miscommunication, and feeling unseen and how to shift out of it.

We talk about the core dynamic of love and respect, and why missing one often leads to conflict that feels personal, even when it’s not. This episode challenges the idea that your spous...

Are you constantly thinking, “I’ll be happy when…”?

In this episode, we talk about how “what if” thinking and unmet expectations quietly steal your joy, keeping you stuck in the future instead of fully living the life God has already given you.

You’ll learn how discontentment shows up in everyday life, why it disconnects you from peace in Christ, and how to shift your focus back to gratitude, presence, and trust in God’s plan.

Through biblical truth and real-life reflection, this episode will help you release disappointment, stop chasing fulfillment in future outcom...

Motherhood can feel overwhelming, isolating, and at times, discouraging. This episode speaks directly into that space.

We look at the lives of women in the Bible and what they reveal about faith, resilience, and purpose. These stories are not just history. They are guidance for how to navigate motherhood today with more grace and confidence.

We also talk about the importance of women connecting across generations. Older women offering wisdom. Younger women bringing fresh perspective. This kind of connection strengthens both faith and community.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re not doin...

Have you ever felt like somewhere along the way- you lost yourself?

In this episode, we talk about what happens when you spend years meeting expectations, caring for others, and doing what you “should” do, but feel disconnected from what you actually want.

The truth is, this isn’t how God designed you to live.

God created you with specific desires, gifts, and passions on purpose. Not as distractions, but as part of how you live fully and serve others meaningfully. When you ignore those parts of yourself, it doesn’t lead to peace. I...

Do you find yourself feeling easily offended, irritated, or triggered by small things?

In this episode, we unpack how ego quietly fuels emotional reactions, damages relationships, and robs us of peace. When we react from pride, insecurity, or unmet expectations, we often create unnecessary tension in our marriages, friendships, workplaces, and families.

You will learn how to pause before reacting, examine the story you are telling yourself, and choose a response rooted in humility, grace, and biblical truth. We explore how Philippians 2:3 calls us to shift from self protection to Christlike love.

If...

Do you ever catch yourself replaying negative thoughts about your body, your abilities, your marriage, your future?

In this episode, we take an honest look at the true cost of negativity and how it quietly impacts your mental health, physical well-being, spiritual life, and relationships. Negative self-talk is not harmless. The words you speak and the thoughts you rehearse shape your mood, your confidence, your stress levels, and even your physical health.

We unpack why so many women fall into toxic thought patterns, how negative language creates self-fulfilling prophecies, and what Scripture teaches about guarding...

Have you felt a quiet ache lately? Like something in you has gone dormant? Join me as I talk to author Jenn Smith about her book Launch Your Rocket and lessons learned.

In this conversation, we talk about what it means to reignite your passion when life feels routine, heavy, or uninspired. Many women reach a season where they have poured into everyone else and quietly lost touch with the dreams God once placed in their hearts.

We explore how to discern the difference between cultural expectations and God given calling. We talk about fear...

Unprocessed trauma does not simply disappear. It shapes our patterns, relationships, and even our view of God.

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Mary DeMuth to talk about what happens when we suppress our stories and why healing begins with honest acknowledgment. Mary shares how untold pain keeps us stuck and how Jesus meets us in the very places we would rather avoid.

We discuss the courage it takes to confront past wounds, the role of community in restoration, and the truth that healing is not a one time moment but a layered...

In our nonstop, overloaded lives, it's easy to miss the people right in front of us who need help. But Jesus didn't call us to be busy—He called us to love our neighbor as ourselves.

In this powerful episode of Faith Fueled Living, we dive deep into the Parable of the Good Samaritan and ask the uncomfortable but life-changing question: Which character are you really being in the story—the priest who passes by, the Levite who looks away, or the Samaritan who stops and shows mercy?

Together we’ll explore:

Some healing stories are quiet. Others are hard won.

In this episode, I sit down with best selling ghostwriter and author Leslie Montgomery to talk about her memoir Insatiable and her journey of healing after childhood abuse.

Leslie shares what it took to rebuild her life, reclaim her identity, and learn to trust God again after deep trauma. We talk honestly about self abandonment, forgiveness as a process, and how faith can support real healing without bypassing pain. She also speaks to the role of community, mentorship, and choosing wholeness one step at a time.<...

In a world where social media outrage and political divides are fracturing families and friendships, Christian women often find themselves heartbroken and exhausted—walking on eggshells at family gatherings, losing loved ones to heated text threads, or feeling torn between biblical truth and grace-filled love. If you're tired of ideological loyalty replacing Christ-centered relationships, this episode of Faith Fueled Living is your grounding guide to discernment and restoration.

Host Kristin Fitch dives deep into why external influences like media echo chambers and emotional reactions are quietly eroding Christian community and family bonds. Drawing from Scripture, she unpacks Go...

What happens when a baby arrives at just 24 weeks, and every day feels like a battle between fear and faith? On Faith Fueled Living, host [Your Name] welcomes Ash Ruddy, author of 24 Plus One, who vulnerably shares her raw journey of giving birth extremely prematurely, enduring the NICU rollercoaster, and clinging to God's quiet guidance through uncertainty and waiting.

This heartfelt conversation explores trusting God when outcomes are unknown, how fear and faith can coexist, the power of community support, releasing perfectionism in fragile seasons, and discovering a deeper, lived relationship with Christ amid motherhood's hardest trials...

Are you praying for healing but secretly wondering why nothing is changing?

In this episode, we’re talking about the real barriers that can keep us from experiencing God’s promises. Not because He is withholding. But because doubt, unbelief, and misalignment quietly shape what we receive.

You’ll hear what Scripture actually says about healing, including Exodus 15:26 and Gospel of Mark 11:24, and how faith is more than a feeling. It requires agreement. It requires action. It requires surrender.

We’ll unpack:

• Why unbelief blocks what God is ready to do

• Ho...

In a world full of distractions, many Christian women overlook the quiet ways God shows up in daily life—from small acts of kindness to moments of humor and connection. Join host Kristin Fitch on Faith Fueled Living as she chats with Cynthia Yanoff, author of How’d I Miss That?, about embracing presence over perfection and partnering with God in the ordinary. Discover how faith in everyday moments can deepen relationships, ease anxiety, and create a meaningful Kingdom legacy without grand gestures.

Perfect for women 30+ seeking practical Bible-based insights to grow their spiritual walk and find joy...

When life gets overwhelming, most of us default to panic. This episode invites a different response.

In this Faith Fueled Living episode, we talk about the real power of choosing prayer and praise before circumstances change. Not after the answer shows up. Not once the fear settles. Right in the middle of the mess.

You’ll hear why praise is not denial or pretending things are fine, but a faith response that shifts where your focus and trust live. We look at biblical examples where worship came before the breakthrough and how prayer becomes a wa...

The Lord’s Prayer is not just something we recite. It is a way of life.

In this episode, I’m joined by Brad Gray and Brad Nelson from Walking the Text to explore how Jesus designed this prayer as a blueprint for living.

We break down each line of the Lord’s Prayer in its original context and talk about what it actually means for your daily life. From calling God Father, to living with kingdom purpose, to forgiveness, provision, and trust, this prayer invites us to partner with God and reflect heaven right where...

Do you feel like rest has to be earned. Like you can finally slow down once everything is done.

That belief is keeping many Christian women exhausted, disconnected, and stuck in constant motion. Grab Your Start with Rest Reflection Worksheet here.

In this episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin Fitch challenges the cultural and even church driven idea that busyness equals faithfulness. You will learn why Sabbath was never meant to be a reward for productivity but a starting point for a healthy, grounded life with God.

This conversation reframes rest as a...

Do you ever feel like you need more time, more money, more confidence, or more clarity before you can really step into what God is calling you to do?

In this solo episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin walks through a powerful but often overlooked truth from 2 Kings 4. The widow did not receive provision by waiting for something new. God worked through what she already had.

This conversation is for women who feel stuck, behind, or underqualified. Kristin breaks down how a scarcity mindset keeps us stalled and how faith grows when we stop focusing...

Do you feel busy all day but still behind. Scattered. Spiritually foggy.

This episode is for the woman who wants to focus on God but keeps getting pulled in ten directions.

In this solo episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin talks honestly about how distraction shows up in everyday life and why it quietly steals our peace, clarity, and sense of purpose. She shares a powerful insight from Bob Goff that reframed how she sees spiritual resistance. Not as destruction. As distraction.

You will learn 3 to 4 practical, faith centered ways to reduce noise...

A raw, hope filled conversation about trauma, faith, and the God who meets us in the hardest places.

In this episode, Hilary M. Powers shares her honest story of trauma, resilience, and the way God kept pulling her toward healing. She talks about growing up in a painful home, the long ripple effects of those early wounds, and how her search for worth led her down paths that never satisfied. Hilary opens up about the moment faith became her lifeline and how God brought steady light into her darkest seasons.

We talk about what real...

Your questions aren’t a threat to your faith. They’re often the doorway to deeper connection with God.

In this episode, Constance Hastings, author of The Trouble with Jesus, shares why honest questions and seasons of doubt can actually strengthen our relationship with God. We talk about what it looks like to bring fears, confusion, and skepticism to the Holy Spirit and why doubt isn’t the opposite of faith. It’s part of the journey.

Constance explains how Jesus handled doubt in Scripture and why He never shamed people for wrestling with hard things...

Did you know your creativity is one of the most powerful ways to connect with God? In this episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin Fitch explores how embracing your God-given imagination and curiosity can deepen your faith, spark joy, and help you live more purposefully in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world.

You’ll learn how to see creativity not just as art or design—but as a reflection of God’s nature within you. Kristin shares how curiosity, problem-solving, and innovation are spiritual disciplines that strengthen your walk with God and bring new meaning to your everyday life.

There’s something sacred about the table. It’s where connection grows and God shows up in simple ways.

In this episode, chef and transformational coach Nina Perez joins me to talk about how sharing meals can strengthen our faith, heal our relationships, and help us slow down enough to really be present with one another. Nina shares her story of walking through hardship and finding purpose in the kitchen, using food as a way to open conversations about life, faith, and healing.

We talk about why the table matters, how hospitality can become a mini...

In this episode, Heather O’Brien shares a powerful look at how God brings healing, freedom, and deliverance from the emotional and spiritual burdens that keep us stuck. Heather talks openly about fear, trauma, addiction, and the hidden patterns that shape how we see ourselves and God. She explains why real deliverance starts with changing how we think, inviting God into our deepest places, and building simple daily rhythms of prayer, worship, and Scripture.

We talk about practical tools like her “love list,” how community support strengthens the healing process, and why vulnerability is essential when breaking old pa...

Mental health is not a side issue. It shapes how we live, love, and show up in our faith.

In this episode, Pastor and author Steve Larson joins me for an honest conversation about anxiety, depression, and what it really looks like to care for our mental health through a faith lens. Steve shares his personal journey through worry, anxiety, and depression, along with the lessons he learned along the way.

We talk about the four key areas that impact mental health. Spiritual, mental, physical, and relational. You’ll hear practical strategies you can start us...

Your body is always speaking. Most of us never slow down enough to hear it.

In this episode, Dr. Brooke Sheehan talks about why real wellness starts when we stop chasing perfect health and start paying attention to what our bodies are trying to say. She explains how physical symptoms, emotional patterns, and even small daily signals point to what we need. We talk about why unprocessed emotions often show up as physical stress, how journaling can help you release what you’ve been carrying, and why your body thrives when you add variety to your routines, fo...

A simple act of kindness can shift a life. Mark Motsenbocker shares how giving shapes our faith, our joy, and our communities.

This episode digs into why giving matters and how it shapes who we become. My guest Mark Motsenbocker, retired grocery industry executive and author of Searching for Father, talks about the way kindness, generosity, and intentional living can change both the giver and the receiver. Mark shares stories from his own life that show how giving our time, talent, and resources creates connection and reflects God’s heart. We talk about giving in big ways an...

Are your finances causing stress—or strengthening your faith? In this empowering episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin Fitch talks with Heather M. Day, author of Money and Spirit, about how to renew your relationship with money through biblical wisdom and emotional awareness.

Heather shares how our financial struggles often stem from deeper spiritual and emotional roots—and how surrendering our money mindset to God can bring lasting peace and freedom. Together, they explore practical tools like budgeting strategies, giving with purpose, and breaking free from shame or fear around money.

If you’ve ever felt a...

Do your cravings ever feel stronger than your willpower? In this fascinating episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin Fitch talks with Dr. Laurette Willis, founder of PraiseMoves Fitness Ministry, about how neuroscience and biblical truth work together to help us overcome cravings—whether for food, comfort, or distraction.

Dr. Laurette introduces a practical, science-backed technique that can stop cravings in as little as 10 seconds by retraining your brain and renewing your thoughts. Together, we explore how faith, scripture, and cognitive behavioral tools can help you find freedom from unhealthy habits and emotional triggers.

If you’ve s...

Are you longing for more purpose and fulfillment—but not sure where to start? In this inspiring episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin Fitch sits down with Audrey Rendlesbacher, author and coach behind The Mission Driven Mom, to explore how discovering your God-given mission can bring joy, clarity, and renewed energy to your life.

Audrey shares powerful insights on how your mission differs from your purpose—and how God uses your unique gifts, passions, and life experiences to serve others in meaningful ways. Together, they talk about the challenges women face—especially mothers—in balancing family, faith, and thei...

Have you ever wondered how your everyday skills could be used for God’s glory? In this inspiring episode of Faith Fueled Woman, Kristin Fitch sits down with Dan Parr, a voice-over artist who followed a divine nudge to make the Bible more accessible for everyone.

What started as a simple act of reading Scripture in a small group became a calling that changed Dan’s life—and continues to touch others. He shares how faith, persistence, and obedience turned his creative talent into a ministry that helps people connect with God’s Word in a fresh, relatabl...

The Christmas season is here, and with it comes the rush, the expectations, and the pressure to make everything picture perfect. In this episode, we talk about what it really means to live the heart of Christmas, not just celebrate the day. We look at how easy it is to chase perfect moments, perfect meals, perfect gatherings, and miss the deeper invitation to be Christlike in how we show up for the people in front of us.

You’ll hear a simple encouragement to slow down, notice what matters, and create space for peace, joy, and connection. We...

In this powerful episode of Faith Fueled Living, host Kristin Fitch talks with Dr. Pete Sulak, a renowned wellness expert and founder of Veritas Health, whose terminal brain cancer diagnosis turned into a story of miraculous healing and unshakable faith. Through prayer, scripture, and holistic healing methods, Dr. Pete defied medical odds and experienced a complete reversal of his condition.

Together, Kristin and Dr. Pete explore the intersection of faith and science, the importance of taking an active role in your health, and how mindset, nutrition, and belief work together in God’s design for healing. This ep...

Have you ever wondered if God still heals today? In this powerful episode of Faith Fueled Woman, Kristin Fitch talks with author Kathleen Johnson about her personal journey of pain, surrender, and miraculous healing through Christ.

Together, they explore how God’s healing power touches every part of us—body, mind, and spirit—and why faith requires more than believing that God can heal, but trusting that He will. Kathleen shares inspiring stories of transformation and biblical truths that remind us healing isn’t just a promise for the past—it’s available to us now.

If you’ve...

Are your daily choices fueling your body and your soul—or draining them? In this energizing episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin Fitch talks with Dr. Len Lopez, a leading nutritionist, strength coach, and chiropractic sports physician, about how to create true balance for your mind, body, and spirit.

Dr. Lopez introduces his simple but powerful “Five Steps a Day” framework—a holistic approach that helps you track your physical, mental, and spiritual nourishment so you can live with more clarity, energy, and purpose. Together, Kristin and Dr. Lopez unpack practical habits that renew your faith, reset your min...

Have you ever wondered if the dream on your heart could really be from God? In this inspiring episode of Faith Fueled Living, Kristin Fitch sits down with Pastor Ed Newton of Community Bible Church in San Antonio, TX to talk about what it means to embrace your God dream—the purpose and calling uniquely designed for you. Pastor Ed just released his book called Why Not You.

Through personal stories, biblical wisdom, and real-life encouragement, Ed reminds us that every believer is equipped for impact. You’ll hear how God often uses our insecurities, setbacks, and even...

If your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, or hopelessness, you’re not alone—and there is hope. In this deeply compassionate episode of Faith Fueled Living, host Kristin Fitch sits down with Jenn Robb, nurse practitioner and author of Warrior Mom Rising, to talk openly about the growing mental health crisis among children and teens—and how faith, awareness, and community can make a difference.

Together, Kristin and Jenn discuss practical ways parents can identify warning signs, advocate for their kids, and create emotionally safe spaces for them to share openly. They also talk about the spirit...

What if your waiting season isn’t wasted—but sacred? In this heartfelt episode of Faith Fueled Woman, host Kristin Fitch sits down with worship artist and author Jaime Jamgochian to talk about the beauty and struggle of surrendering to God’s timing.

Drawing from her new book Sacred Surrender, Jaime shares her personal journey through uncertainty, healing, and rediscovering purpose in the pause. Together, they discuss how God uses our waiting seasons to refine our hearts, build our faith, and prepare us for what’s next.

Whether you’re waiting for breakthrough, clarity, or healing, t...