Armed & Anointed with Ashley Russell

In this episode of the Armed & Anointed podcast, Ashley is joined by Pastor Alastair Sterne (@alastairsterne) to talk about navigating faith in marriage, parenting, business, and everyday life. Together, they explore how to hold onto conviction while leading with wisdom, patience, and compassion.

Alastair also has two books you can check out! "Rhythmsfor Life" and "Longing for Joy"

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In this episode of the Armed & Anointed podcast, Ashley discusses the story of Jericho and how faith, obedience, and endurance help us trust God through seasons of waiting. She shares personal lessons on holding onto God’s promises when circumstances feel uncertain and continuing to walk forward even when the next step doesn’t make sense.

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In this episode of the Armed & Anointed podcast, Ashley focuses on the importance of adopting a new belief system after becoming a "new creation" in Christ. She discussed how many Christians continue living by old patterns and beliefs despite being born again, emphasizing that true transformation requires changing both mindset and behavior. Ashley shared personal examples of how she overcame old belief systems about stress and opportunity, explaining that faith must be directed toward what God is doing new rather than focusing on past experiences. She outlined three foundational elements for choosing a new belief system: spending time in...

In this episode of the Armed & Anointed podcast, Ashley discusses the importance of aligning internal beliefs with God's promises and supernatural laws, rather than being limited by natural circumstances and self-doubt. She shared insights from Wendy Backland's book "Living from the Unseen" and reflected on her own journey of shifting belief systems. Ashley emphasized the need to occupy one's God-given space in the world, understand one's true identity as a child of God, and take thoughts captive to align them with the Word of God. She encouraged listeners to meditate on God's perspective of them and to trust in...

In this episode of the Armed & Anointed podcast, Ashley shares about the importance of inviting God into every aspect of daily life, not just during big challenges. She reflected on her tendency to rely on her own abilities, especially in areas like health and fitness, and how God prompted her to pray intentionally over her meals and workouts, leading to breakthrough. Ashley recounted several personal stories, including finding a booster seat and her mom covering her daughter's grad dress, as examples of God's provision when she brought small requests to Him. She emphasized the verse Philippians 4:6, encouraging listeners to...

In this episode of the Armed & Anointed podcast, Ashley discusses the biblical Parable of the Talents from Matthew 25, focusing on the themes of stewardship, faithfulness, and multiplication of God-given gifts. Ashley reflected on her own journey, sharing how she realized she was mismanaging her talents due to overwhelm and a lack of systems. She emphasized the importance of being faithful in the current season, regardless of its size, and not letting fear drive decisions. Ashley encouraged listeners to examine where they might be burying their own talents and to take responsibility for stewarding what God has entrusted to them...

In this episode of the Armed & Anointed podcast, Ashley discusses the importance of discernment in spiritual and everyday life. She explored key Bible verses about discernment, including 1 John 4:1, Hebrews 4:12, and Hebrews 5:14, emphasizing that true discernment comes from spiritual maturity, connection with God, and testing spirits against the Word of God rather than against other people's opinions. Ashley shared personal examples of how discernment applies to relationships, social media interactions, and business opportunities, including her experience dealing with negative comments on Instagram and making decisions about potential clients. She stressed that discernment requires practice, patience, and reliance on the Holy...

In this episode of the Armed & Anointed podcast, Ashley and guest Samantha Collins discussed their journey of radical obedience to God, reflecting on how their faith led them through significant life changes, including leaving and rejoining their network marketing business. They shared personal testimonies about how God's guidance manifested in unexpected ways, such as a spontaneous baptism and the decision to stay or leave their business roles despite external circumstances. The conversation highlighted the importance of faith, trust, and obedience in the face of uncertainty, as well as the challenges of letting go of offense and surrendering personal ambitions...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed podcast, Ashley discusses the topic "Offense is a Trap You Can't Afford to Fall Into," sharing her personal experience dealing with a spirit of offense over a 3-month period. She described how this offense manifested physically as a weight on her chest that was only released when she prayed for the person causing her hurt, recognizing that the spirit of offense was not from God and needed to be uprooted. Ashley emphasized the importance of humility in dealing with offenses, including not over-explaining oneself to others and avoiding gossip, while encouraging...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed podcast, host Ashley Russell interviewed Pastor Alastair Sterne (@alastairsterne) about his journey to faith and his book "Longing for Joy." Alastair shared how he transitioned from a non-religious background involving New Age practices and touring as a musician to becoming a Christian at age 22 after a spiritual encounter. He discussed his personal struggle with depression and how he found joy through practices like gratitude journaling, running, and connecting with nature. The conversation covered practical advice for new believers, including the importance of joining a local church, starting with the New Testament...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed Podcast, Ashley shares insights from her recent spiritual journey and Bible study in Deuteronomy 1. She discussed how God had led her to pause a previous episode about loss and grief, as she needed to go through additional healing before sharing it publicly. The main focus of this episode was the message "The Season Is Done," where Ashley explored three key points from Deuteronomy 1:6-46 about moving forward when God calls us to leave behind a season that has ended. She emphasized that when God initiates a new direction, we must respond...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed Podcast, Ashley discusses her post about "Building a Testimony" and shared her personal journey of transitioning from being a victim of her circumstances to creating a powerful testimony through small, intentional steps. Ashley explained how she spent years reacting to her situation as a single mom struggling financially, but eventually learned to make different choices by trusting God's guidance rather than focusing on her current circumstances. She identified several mistakes people make that keep them stuck in their stories, including mistaking current circumstances for their full story, needing the complete blueprint...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed podcast, Ashley discusses the topic of grieving while growing spiritually without going back to previous ways of living. She shared her personal experiences of feeling called to change directions in her business and life, including the spiritual warfare and grief that accompanied these changes. Ashley emphasized that following God's calling requires moving by faith in what is unseen rather than relying on what is visible and logical to others. She referenced Hebrews 11:8 about Abraham's faith journey and explained that calling is just the first step in a process that includes faith...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed Podcast, Ashley discussed Jesus' first miracle of turning water into wine, exploring the deeper spiritual lessons it contains. Ashley explained that the miracle demonstrates how God wants to provide for needs beyond what appears necessary, emphasizing that faith and obedience are essential components for receiving miracles. She highlighted how Mary's faith and obedience to do whatever Jesus told the servants to do was crucial to the miracle's occurrence. Ashley shared her personal experience of how God asked her to put down a successful network marketing business, which initially made no sense...

In this episode, Ashley discussed how loyalty can prevent people from following God's will, sharing her personal experiences with this struggle. She explained that loyalty from a place of fear or wounds can mask disalignment with God's plan, using the example of Abraham leaving his home without knowing where he was going by faith. Ashley described how she had to make difficult decisions, including stepping away from her successful network marketing business despite the guilt and potential repercussions with team members. She emphasized the importance of being loyal to God's calling rather than staying committed to circumstances, environments, or...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed Podcast, Ashley Russell discussed her personal experience of feeling out of alignment and out of place as she transitions to a new season in her life. She shared how she had a difficult day when people she used to be close with in her day-to-day life began to distance themselves, creating a sense of loneliness despite having supportive people who understand her current identity. Ashley explained that this feeling of disconnection is natural during life transitions, particularly when moving from one season to another, and emphasized the importance of sitting with...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed Podcast, Ashley discusses the concept that resistance doesn't mean something is wrong, but rather indicates movement toward one's calling. She explored several key points about navigating resistance, including how starting something new always feels unstable, movement can be threatening to both people around us and in the spiritual realm, discomfort is a natural part of following a calling, and resistance feels stronger when we haven't surrendered to God's plan. Ashley emphasized the importance of surrendering to God's guidance rather than trying to control everything ourselves, and discussed how covering our calling...

Ashley welcomed Jay Robinson (@1jayyrobinson on Instagram) to the Armed and Anointed podcast, where Jay shared his inspiring journey from a young music producer to finding his purpose in serving God. Jay described how he grew up in a Christian household but struggled with balancing his musical ambitions with his faith, particularly after receiving a promising opportunity from Def Jam at age 16 that his parents discouraged. He detailed a pivotal moment in July 2020 when he experienced a spiritual deliverance during a family intervention that led him to fully surrender his musical career to follow God's calling. The conversation explored...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed podcast, Ashley discusses how to recognize and respond to God's calling in one's life. She explained that calling isn't always about clear direction but can also manifest as desire, disruption, or dissatisfaction. Ashley emphasized the importance of obedience in following God's call, sharing personal examples of how small acts of obedience led to meaningful experiences. She discussed the cost of answering God's call, which often requires letting go of comfort and familiar circumstances. Ashley stressed that true freedom comes from aligning with God's will rather than seeking approval from the world...

In this episode, Ashley discusses the concept of "Your Process Becomes Your Authority." She shared her personal experience of going through a refining period and how sharing her process openly on social media helped establish her authority without needing to appear perfect. Ashley emphasized that vulnerability without victim mentality is key, and that people resonate more with authentic processes than with shallow authority. She explained how sharing personal experiences and thought processes can help connect with an audience on a deeper level, using examples from her own journey and from other content creators. Ashley stressed that organic authority comes...

In this episode, Ashley is joined by Jason Horecky (@jasonhorecky on Instagram), discussing their journeys as entrepreneurs and how faith plays a role in their business lives. Jason shared his background running a religious statue business with his mother and his transition into coaching with Nick Komodina's Alchemist Academy. They explored themes of calling, surrender, and how God guides decisions, with Ashley sharing her own experiences about hearing God's voice and the importance of creating space for spiritual connection. The conversation covered Jason's recent content shift toward serving others authentically, rather than just pursuing clients, and how this has...

In this episode, Ashley discusses the importance of building one's identity in God rather than allowing the world to shape it. She shared her personal journey of transitioning out of network marketing and going through a refining period where she lost her previous identity and visibility. Ashley explained how this process helped her understand the difference between loving her craft and focusing on the spectacle, and the importance of letting God magnify her work rather than seeking recognition from the world. She emphasized standing firm on values and working from alignment with God's timing rather than operating from urgency...

In this impromptu podcast episode, Ashley discusses staying connected to God after emerging from a slow season of refinement. She shared her personal journey of going from a noisy, busy lifestyle to a period of quiet and stillness, which helped her develop new spiritual practices and identity. Ashley emphasized the importance of maintaining space and silence in one's life rather than quickly filling it back up with noise and distractions when energy returns. She referenced Jesus's example of withdrawing to pray and discussed the challenge of sustaining a relationship with God beyond times of crisis. The episode concluded with...

In this solo podcast episode, Ashley shares her experience completing her first-ever 3-day fast, discussing how it helped her understand the difference between her fleshly desires and her spirit's guidance. She described the challenges of fasting, including physical discomfort and spiritual attacks from the enemy, while emphasizing the importance of having supportive friends who hold you accountable rather than enabling comfort-seeking behaviors. Ashley highlighted three key takeaways from her experience: bringing flesh under spiritual control, being excited about having vision again, and the importance of rest. She referenced Proverbs 31 and Ecclesiastes to illustrate how proper rest and balance can...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed Podcast, Ashley discussed the topic of idolatry and shared her personal journey of identifying and overcoming idols in her life. She explained that idols are anything placed above God, whether external objects or internal desires, and shared two specific examples from her own experience: her network marketing business and her Instagram following. Ashley described how God "apprehend" her by asking her to surrender these things, which initially felt difficult but ultimately led to a deeper relationship with God. She emphasized the importance of having the right heart posture and committing one's...

In this episode of the Armed & Anointed podcast, Samantha Collins returns to join Ashley to discuss spiritual growth, ministry, and handling spiritual attacks. They shared personal experiences about finding their unique faith paths and ministry assignments outside traditional church settings, emphasizing that ministry is about stewarding influence through one's gifts, burdens, and areas of influence. The conversation focused heavily on distinguishing between genuine spiritual attacks and situations where people come into agreement with negative thoughts or circumstances, with both hosts sharing vulnerable stories about recognizing their own triggers and thought patterns. They concluded by discussing the importance of contentment...

In this episode, Ashley Russell interviewed Kevin Crenshaw, known as The Heart Guy on Instagram (@the.heart.guy) to discuss faith-based creation, relationships, and personal transformation. Kevin shared his journey of transitioning from a successful relationship coaching business to full-time faith-based content creation, emphasizing the importance of surrendering to God's plan despite initial fears of losing opportunities. They explored how to maintain authenticity while incorporating faith into creative work, with Kevin noting that being true to oneself attracts like-minded individuals. The conversation delved into spiritual leadership in relationships, with Kevin advising women to focus on nurturing their partners rather...

In this episode, Ashley and Nicole had an intimate conversation about spiritual growth, calling, and the challenges of stepping into one's purpose. They discussed how Nicole's journey of surrender and obedience led to clarity in her calling as a faith-based business coach and leader. Ashley shared her own struggles with doubt and fear, highlighting the importance of following joy and aligning it with the world's needs to discover one's calling. They explored how obstacles and limiting beliefs can hinder progress but also serve as opportunities for growth and transformation. The conversation emphasized the value of community, support, and authentic...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed podcast, Ashley shared her personal journey of transforming her pursuit of fulfillment from external achievements to an internal, spiritual connection. She described how her previous success in business and material accomplishments left her empty, leading to a period of spiritual refinement and identity transformation. Through faithful obedience, breaking strongholds, and building a relationship with God, Ashley experienced a shift from chasing worldly fulfillment to living from a place of spiritual abundance. She highlighted key moments of realization, including finding joy in simple experiences like a $4.25 coffee and observing a blossoming tree...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed podcast, Ashley discussed the importance of raising personal standards to align with God's standards rather than the world's standards. She shared personal examples of how her life changed when she adopted higher standards in various areas, including relationships, health, business, and daily habits. Ashley emphasized that while God's love is not earned, effort is required to live according to His standards, which leads to personal growth and a renewed mind. She encouraged listeners to inventory their own lives to identify areas where they may be settling for lower standards and to...

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed Podcast, Ashley shared her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and using her challenging life circumstances as a platform for helping others. She discussed how she transformed her identity from being defined by her struggles as a single mom living in poverty to recognizing her divine calling to inspire and empower others through her experiences. Ashley emphasized the importance of shifting one's perspective from seeing circumstances as disqualifying factors to viewing them as God-given qualifications for service. She encouraged listeners to embrace their unique stories, acknowledge their divine assignments, and take action...

In this episode, Ashley discusses her journey of shifting from creating vision based on personal ambition to surrendering outcomes to God's purpose. She shared how she had to release control of her previous business and embrace a new path as a faith-based business coach, focusing on impacting women through biblical practices and community. Ashley emphasized the importance of stewarding various aspects of life, including home, family, and personal growth, to prepare for God's plans. She encouraged listeners to examine what weights they may be carrying that prevent them from moving forward and to consider whether their vision is driven...

In this episode, Ashley shares her personal journey of spiritual growth and transformation, including moments of frustration and a breakthrough in understanding God's timing and guidance. She described how her business evolved from a self-centered focus to serving others through coaching and ministry, emphasizing the importance of creating meaningful impact rather than personal success. Ashley concluded by encouraging listeners to trust God's timing and focus on serving others, highlighting the fruits of the Spirit as a guide for building mission-driven businesses.

In this episode, Ashley shares her spiritual journey and experiences of receiving divine guidance, including decisions about her business, personal relationships, and religious beliefs. She discusses how maintaining a consistent connection with God through daily practices and being open to various forms of communication has led to clearer direction in her life. Ashley emphasizes the importance of following God's path, even when it involves significant changes, and announced an upcoming masterclass focused on creating space for divine guidance.

In this episode, Ashley shares her journey of following her calling as a coach, discussing how she transitioned from network marketing to coaching despite initial uncertainty and resistance. Throughout her story, she emphasized the importance of listening to one's inner voice, taking action despite fear and doubt, and creating space for introspection and growth. Ashley concluded by announcing an upcoming masterclass on calling, clarity, and change, reflecting on her personal journey of faith, trust, and transformation over the past year.

In this episode, Ashley and Samantha discussed church hurt and healing, sharing their personal faith journeys and experiences with worship and sermons outside traditional church settings. The conversation explored various perspectives on church attendance and spiritual growth, including Samantha's return to church after a long absence and the challenges people face when leaving the church due to hurt or boredom. The discussion concluded with insights on finding a genuine relationship with Jesus, the importance of daily spiritual engagement, and the intersection of faith and business, encouraging listeners to build community and serve others through their faith.

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In this episode, Ashley shares her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and embracing her calling as a coach and speaker, emphasizing that even successful individuals face similar doubts and the importance of consistent action despite inner challenges. She details her spiritual journey over the past two years, including transformative breathwork sessions and visions that led her to discover her true purpose beyond her network marketing business. Through various experiences and challenges, Ashley ultimately learned to trust in her calling and purpose, encouraging others to embrace their own journey towards fulfilling their unique missions despite self-doubt and negative voices.

In this episode, Ashley discusses the importance of shifting from a self-serving mindset to a service-oriented one, sharing personal experiences and practical guidance for making this transformation while balancing financial needs with genuine service. She explored the challenges of leadership and serving others, emphasizing the need for humility, sacrifice, and protection from negative influences as one grows and ascends in their career or personal journey. Ashley concluded by encouraging listeners to embrace their purpose, protect their mission, and enter a season of solitude to find clarity, ultimately aligning their business practices with service and love for personal fulfillment and...

In this episode, Ashley discussed the importance of intention and presence in leadership and personal life, sharing personal experiences about managing responsibilities and navigating discomfort while staying true to one's goals. She emphasized the value of serving others through business with genuine care and authentic connection, rather than aggressive promotion, and shared her journey of transforming her leadership style towards a more service-oriented approach. Ashley announced an upcoming two-day in-person event focused on training and building a service-led business, emphasizing the importance of moving forward with confidence and intention in both personal and professional endeavors.

In this episode, Ashley and Brianna shared their experiences and insights about network marketing, discussing the industry's challenges and the need for reform to better support women entrepreneurs. They explored personal and professional growth, including their struggles with self-worth, leadership, and the impact of their business decisions on their well-being and team dynamics. Through their conversation, they emphasized the importance of authenticity, community building, and healing, while acknowledging the potential of the industry to empower women when approached with more servant-hearted and sustainable methods.