The Breanna Williams Podcast

Sensitive Content Warning:
This episode contains a candid conversation about childhood sexual abuse, including abuse by a parent, and the lasting emotional and spiritual effects of trauma. Some parts of this discussion may be difficult or triggering for survivors. Please listen with care and give yourself permission to pause or step away when needed.

God Said I Am Loved, But I Was Abused, Part 3 ft. Abbi

In Part 3 of this vulnerable conversation, Abbi and I continue exploring what it means to heal after experiencing abuse from someone who was supposed to provide love, safety...

Sensitive Content Warning:
This episode contains a candid conversation about childhood sexual abuse, including abuse by a parent, and its lasting emotional effects. Some parts of this discussion may be difficult or triggering for survivors. Please listen with care and give yourself permission to pause or step away when needed.

God Said I Am Loved, But I Was Abused, Part 2 ft. Abbi

In Part 2 of this deeply personal conversation, Abbi continues sharing her experience of surviving sexual abuse by her father and the lasting impact it had on the way she viewed herself, love...

Sensitive Content Warning:
This episode contains a candid conversation about childhood sexual abuse, including sexual abuse by a parent, and the emotional impact of trauma. Some of the topics discussed may be difficult or triggering for survivors. Please listen with care and take whatever space you need.

God Said I Am Loved, But I Was Abused ft. Abbi

God says that we are loved—but abuse can make that truth incredibly difficult to believe.

In this vulnerable episode, my friend Abbi shares her experience of being sexually abused by her father, the pe...

God Told Me I Am Loved, But I Hate Men

God told me that I was loved. But before I could fully believe that, I had to confront some of the beliefs I had developed about the people I expected to love me—especially men.

After experiencing disappointment, abandonment, heartbreak, and broken trust, I learned to protect myself. Somewhere along the way, hurt became anger, independence became armor, and I began believing that men simply couldn't be trusted.

But what happens when the beliefs that once helped you survive begin affecting the way yo...

God Said I Am Loved, But I Got Daddy Issues

God told me I was loved. But believing Him was harder than I expected.

Because if my own father could leave me, how was I supposed to believe that God wouldn't? If the first man I ever loved broke my heart, how could I trust anyone else with it?

In this episode, I open up about my "daddy issues" and how my father's absence affected far more than my relationship with him. As a little girl, I didn't have the words to explain...

Who Is This God That Is Speaking to Me?

I had spent years asking questions about God, exploring different beliefs, and trying to understand the spiritual experiences happening in my life. Eventually, the evidence led me back to Jesus.

But that created another question:

Who is this God that is speaking to me?

I realized that for much of my life, I had created an understanding of God based on my experiences, opinions, fears, and what made sense to me. I believed in God—but I didn't really know Him.

...

The Evidence That Led Me to Jesus

For years, I believed in God—but believing in Jesus was different. I had questions, doubts, and honestly, some serious issues with Christianity. Simply telling me to read my Bible, go to church, or have faith wasn't enough to convince me. I needed evidence.

In this episode, I share the personal evidence that slowly changed the way I saw Jesus. From unexpected encounters with God to studying the way Jesus loved, accepted, challenged, and gave purpose to people, I began recognizing a pattern that was difficult for me to...

I Thought I Found the Answer, But It Wasn't God

I spent years searching for answers.

I wanted to understand the spiritual experiences I had been having since childhood, but more than that, I was searching for love, acceptance, and purpose.

Eventually, I found people who seemed to understand me. They didn't dismiss my questions or make me feel strange for the things I had experienced. Instead, they gave me explanations. They gave me community. And for a while, I thought I had finally found what I had been looking for.

...

I Believed in God, But Not Jesus

I believed there was a God. I believed there was a Creator. But Jesus? That was a completely different story.

In this episode, I share the part of my faith journey where I began believing in God again while still rejecting Christianity and the idea that Jesus was the only way to Him. I believed there was truth in different religions, that love was what mattered most, and that everyone had to find the path that made sense for them.

So I searched.

I...

What if God has been speaking to you all along—and you've simply overlooked it?

In this episode, Breanna continues her journey from atheism to faith by sharing the unexpected moments that began changing everything. A weed growing on the side of the road, a sky full of stars, a crying baby, and a year spent studying science all challenged her understanding of life, purpose, and creation.

Through honest storytelling and biblical reflection, she explores how God often reveals Himself in quiet, ordinary ways while we wait for something extraordinary. If you've ever wondered whether Go...

When your faith is filled with unanswered questions, where do you turn? In this deeply personal first episode, Breanna shares her journey from growing up in church to walking away from God, becoming an atheist, and searching for truth in unexpected places.

Through honest storytelling, she explores the fear of asking difficult questions, the pain of feeling unheard, and the hope that began drawing her back to Christ.

If you've ever wrestled with doubt, questioned God's existence, or felt afraid to be honest about your faith, this episode is for you. This is a safe...

You did the work. You said the prayer. You know who God is — and yet somehow, you still feel trapped. Stagnant. Like everyone else is moving and you're standing still in the same wilderness you've been in for years. Sound familiar? You're not alone — and you're not broken.   In this episode of The Breanna Williams Podcast, Breanna digs into one of the most relatable tensions in the faith journey: being saved, but still stuck. Drawing from the book of Exodus, she unpacks why the Israelites — even after being miraculously freed from 400 years of bondage — struggled to walk in the freedom God had a...

What if the reason you’re still asking “Who am I?” is because you’ve been looking for the answer everywhere—except God?

In this episode of The Breanna Williams Podcast, Breanna invites you into a raw and reflective conversation about identity, lies we’ve unknowingly accepted, and why knowing who you are changes everything about how you live, love, and move forward. Through personal stories, Scripture, and the powerful narrative of Exodus, we explore how identity is formed, how it gets distorted, and how God gently calls us to confront the lies we’ve been carrying for years. You...

This time, I find myself in the role of the interviewee, opening up about my journey of discovering who I truly am.

I make mistakes. Sometimes, I am filled with doubt and fear the unknown. In quiet moments, I wonder if I am truly worthy of the love and grace God promises me.

Yet, I am learning to embrace the truth that life is a marathon, not a sprint, and that every step—no matter how small—matters.

As I continue to grow, I know I will encounter new challenges, and old struggles will...

We are stepping into the shoes of "The Woman at the Well."

As you study her story with us, you will see yourself as her.

You will also see how Jesus perceived her. Like Hagar in Genesis 16:13, the Woman at the Well experienced El Roi, "the God who sees me."

Today, we have Jeff Raya in the building—and his story isn’t a polished testimony, it’s a real one.

After experiencing spiritual abuse, Jeff ran—not from God, but from the pain. What followed was a search for belonging that led him into gangs, destructive choices, and ultimately prison. What he didn’t know then was that God would meet him in the very places he thought disqualified him.

In this episode, Jeff opens up about something that once felt foreign and even unsafe: vulnerability. Learning to sit with it, trust it, and live it be...

What if Bathsheba’s story is more complex than we’ve been told?

Step into her shoes.
What did she see from that rooftop?
What did she hear when the king sent for her?
What did she understand—and what power did she truly have?

Was Bathsheba a willing participant… or a woman caught in a story shaped by authority, silence, and survival? And if we’ve misunderstood her, what else have we misunderstood about women, guilt, and identity in Scripture?

In this episode, we lean in with curiosity—not judgment—to...

“When you let go of the need to control, you find that your life flows much more smoothly 🌊✨. Control doesn’t bring you peace, but confidence does.”

In this episode of the Anchored Identity Podcast, Juan Carlos Torres shares his journey from a shy young man in the military to a confident leader grounded in faith. He discusses his experiences in the Marine Corps.

After the loss of his wife, Juan realized he was protecting God instead of being honest about pain and anger toward Him. After confessing his feelings to his Father, he understood that was his ticket to true healing.

Juan Carlos found strength and purpose through community and service, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and the transformative power...

In this episode of the Anchored Identity Podcast, Jay Entertainment is our honored guest! 

Jay reflects on the challenges he faced growing up in South Central. He discusses his journey of self-discovery without a father, his involvement in gangs, and his near-death experience.  

Jay shares his experiences in the entertainment industry, including clowning and DJing, and how the challenges he faced in life strengthened his unwavering faith in God, which he uses to positively influence the next generation.

In this episode of the Anchored Identity podcast, Breanna and her guest Eibby delve into the profound journey of self-discovery and identity. They explore Eibby's childhood experiences, family dynamics, struggles with self-worth, and the impact of faith on her life.

Eibby shares her transformative journey through marriage, motherhood, and ultimately finding her identity in God. The conversation highlights the importance of healing, embracing one's true self, and the ongoing process of personal growth and transformation.

In the latest episode of the Anchored Identity Podcast, Breanna discusses her journey of self-discovery and the importance of understanding one's identity. She introduces her book, “Who Am I?", which explores the question "Who Does God Say I Am?" She reflects on her past challenges with identity and how they shaped her behaviors and perceptions. 

Breanna emphasizes the significance of believing in God and encourages listeners to share their stories of overcoming adversity. She acknowledges her growth since her previous podcast, “Vibes of a Queen," and highlights her evolving relationship with God. The episode focuses on the...

Agreements Vows Soul Ties Bitter Root Judgments

You've heard these terms and may know their meanings. But have you taken a moment to consider how they affect your mental health? Cat Francis, the author of "What You Love is Killing You," shares insights from her book!

She explains how, more often than not, the things we love stem from the list above. What we label as mental illness is often triggered and influenced by these factors.

She also discusses our desire to do good and achieve great things in life, but how these items may...

Ced is back!

In this episode, he clears up the misconceptions from “I Loved Myself Too Much.” He shares how his good intentions, while admirable, led him to surrender to temptations and lose sight of his true identity in God.

Ced offers tangible insights and heartfelt advice on how God revealed his true self, guiding him toward transformation and a renewed purpose.

In this episode, I’m joined by someone who has been like family to me—Cedric Blake. His character and authenticity have played a powerful role in shaping my own identity journey, and I’m beyond excited to share his story with you.

Cedric opens up about his battle with pride and how his search for loopholes in God’s Word shook the foundation of his identity. But this isn’t where the story ends—it's where it begins.

Through humility and surrender, Cedric discovered the freedom that comes from letting go of old beliefs. He shares ho...

The men I dated reflected my own issues, and factors like "oxytocin," trauma bonding, and my self-beliefs kept me trapped in those relationships. However, after embracing the person God created me to be, I no longer see myself as a prisoner. 

Join me as I explain how my identity contributed to years of suffering in toxic relationships and how this shift has changed everything, making it impossible for me to return to that old mindset.

"For years, I carried a silent barrier between me and God. My 'daddy issues' distorted my view of love, trust, and provision, leading me to believe independence was essential for survival."

But what if healing rewrites that narrative?

Join me as I share my transformative journey of understanding how my relationship with my earthly father distanced me from my Heavenly Father. I’ll reveal how forgiveness became key to freedom, reshaping my faith and perspective on life. This is more than a healing story; it’s about discovering a Father's limitless love.

Tune in f...

Today, we’re thrilled to have an exceptional guest, Coach K!  

She opens up about her journey as a mentor, sharing the highs and lows she encounters along the way. Coach K emphasizes the importance of keeping our humanity intact for those genuine connections and reflects on how she remains mindful of the loving patience God extends to her. Her wisdom encourages us to stay true to ourselves, set healthy boundaries, and recognize that we’re not here to "fix people."  

Let’s take a moment to appreciate the invaluable leadership and mentor...

My prayer has been for God to show me my blind spots, imperfections, and areas for improvement. Whew! Ask, and you will receive. A few lessons I'm learning are that my focus shifted, the importance of the Sabbath, and how my busyness is my reaction to trauma.

Isaiah 55:8

Inner work is never complete.

Here are some things God has brought to my attention. I don't have the answers yet. I'm still processing.

Many of us perceive faith as believing without any proof.  We are taught to believe in God, but we really don't know why.  In this episode, we discuss that there is evidence right under our noses and how we do not need a lot of faith.  Let's declutter our faith!

LOVE is the core of everything, and even though I love and care for people, why am I hurting them?

I thought it was love, but my actions derived from:

Guilt

Obligation

Praise

Reputation

Fear

Today, we are decluttering our love.

It's easy to say, 'Every day is a good day,' but what does a good day actually look like?

I'm going to give real examples of how I define a good day.

Some of them might surprise you, but if you let me explain, you'll realize that every day truly is a good day.

Now that we know we are children of God, every day is a good day!!

It may seem too good to be true, but with these items and practices in place and through God's grace, we can see the good in every day.  

We understand that we have a choice.

We understand and accept that we are responsible for our feelings. 

We understand and accept that no one owes us.

We understand and accept the community is essential.

We understand and stand on the...

It's time to Declutter!!

You now know and have accepted your identity as a King's Kid. To cement that identity, we must rid ourselves of old mindsets and habits to make way for the new blessings Father has in store for us. 

Welcome to Season 2!

I am excited to say that this is the last episode of the season! 

We have had a journey together, and we are at the beginning of a beautiful new season in our lives. 

Join me as we discuss who God says we are.

My friend and sister, Jennifer, is joining us today as we discuss what it is to be a Black person. We’re speaking about our experiences and what we want for future generations. 

We have a few more days of Black History Month, but we know Black History is American History. And this conversation can go on for hours! (And we did talk for hours, lol) 

We are hopeful and stand tall in our identity as King’s Kids. 

Loving yourself is essential, but how? 

I discuss ten ways I love myself, and of course, there are other ways to do so, but maybe you can adopt some of these to begin your self-love journey or to add to what you have. 

Love is in the air! 

This is the love month; some of you are preparing for the big. 

Identity is the base of your love. Your beliefs about yourself drive your love for yourself; how you love yourself is the way you love others. 

We say I love you.
But where is the love coming from?

Ciara is a staff and a mentor at Urban Youth Collaborative or UYC, where she and her team help students establish Christian clubs and spread the goodness of God to middle and high school students.

Ciara tells us her story about identity and how different sources alter our beliefs about ourselves, how learning who Father is taught her who she is, and how to dive into our emotions to find the lies and truth of who we really are.