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Living On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts121 | Clarify Your Christian Calling: How to Know When God Is Nudging YouFind the full episode here >>> LivingOnPurposeInChrist.com/blogFeeling faithful but foggy about your purpose? We explore how calling becomes clearer when we release perfection, slow down, and let God meet us in ordinary moments. Paula shares a candid story of wrestling with her own calling, from anxiety at an entrance review to discovering a path that shifted from pulpit to podcasting. Along the way, we reframe common myths—like the idea that there's only one calling—and lift up the sacred weight of quiet, unseen faithfulness.We dig into the New Testament idea of kale...
2025-12-0118 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts104 | Discouraged or Misunderstood? 2 Corinthians Soul Affirmations with Aromatherapy (Bible Study)Find the full episode here >>> LivingOnPurposeInChrist.com/blogWhen life presses hard and your confidence thins, where does real strength come from? We go chapter by chapter through 2 Corinthians to trace Paul’s hard-won wisdom: comfort that meets us in the dark, power that shows up in weakness, and freedom that grows as the Spirit reshapes our hearts. Along the way, Paula shares a candid story about messy mornings and mismatched shoes, a reminder that God wants presence, not polish—and that simple, repeatable rhythms can turn scattered days into grounded ones.We lean into the...
2025-10-0218 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts94 | Hope for Hurting Hearts: The Compassion of Christ in Luke’s Gospel (Bible Study and Devotional)Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blogEver felt like your faith is stuck on autopilot? You love Jesus and sincerely want to grow closer, but somehow the days blur by in a whirlwind of responsibilities, distractions, and sheer exhaustion. You're not alone in wondering if you're truly growing or just coasting through your spiritual journey.The Gospel of Luke offers a refreshing perspective for those of us caught in this tension. It portrays Jesus as the Savior who sees, values, and meets us exactly where we are—whether that's folding laundry, working long ho...
2025-08-2816 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts93 | Got Past Hurts? Small Steps to Reclaim Confidence after Emotional TraumaFind the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blogHave you ever felt like emotional trauma has stolen your sense of self, leaving you questioning your worth and purpose? Whether from betrayal, loss, or the cumulative weight of everyday stresses, these wounds can silently erode your confidence and disrupt your spiritual walk.The journey to healing doesn't mean erasing your story. Rather, it's about reclaiming the confidence God designed for you through small, manageable steps of faith. When trauma whispers lies of inadequacy, God's truth speaks louder—reminding us that we are fearfully and wonderfully made, ev...
2025-08-2515 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts92 | Longing for Deeper Faith? How the Gospel of Mark Leads You Closer to Jesus (Bible Study and Devotional)Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blogStruggling to maintain consistency in your faith walk? Feeling spiritually stagnant amid life's demands? The Gospel of Mark offers exactly what your soul craves—an action-packed, urgent invitation back to authentic discipleship.Mark's gospel cuts through religious noise with refreshing directness. Written by John Mark, who likely traveled with Peter, this shortest gospel wastes no time with lengthy introductions. It plunges immediately into Jesus' ministry with a pace that perfectly matches our hurried lives. When Jesus calls his first disciples by the Galilean shore, they drop their ne...
2025-08-2116 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts91 | How to Squeeze Bible Study into Your Busy Mom Life Without Losing Your SanityFind the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blogEver stood in your kitchen surrounded by chaos, feeling that quiet pang of guilt because your Bible has been sitting unopened for days? The tension between longing for spiritual depth and managing life's demands is real, and it's a struggle shared by countless women trying to balance faith, family, and everything in between.Through personal stories and practical wisdom, we dive into transforming those fleeting moments into meaningful connections with God. Rather than requiring perfect conditions or lengthy sessions, true spiritual nourishment can happen in the small...
2025-08-1815 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts90 | Feeling Pulled in Every Direction? Kingdom First Living in the Gospel of Matthew (Bible Study and Devotional)Find the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blogPrintable Bible Study >>> PaulaBehrens.com/membersHave you ever wondered what it truly means to follow Jesus as King—not just in words, but in every aspect of your life? The Gospel of Matthew holds powerful answers that can transform your everyday experience of faith.Matthew's Gospel opens with a genealogy that might seem boring at first glance, but reveals God's incredible faithfulness across generations. Jesus' lineage connects Him directly to Abraham and King David, establishing His royal credentials while including women with complicated stories—Tama...
2025-08-1418 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts89 | Are You Modeling Faith that Your Kids and Grandkids Will Follow?Find the full episode here >> PaulaBehrens.com/blogEver feel like you're drowning in family schedules while faith gets squeezed into whatever tiny cracks remain? You're not alone. This spiritual tug-of-war affects countless families who genuinely want God at the center but struggle against the relentless current of activities, commitments, and responsibilities.The problem isn't that we don't value faith—it's that we haven't found practical ways to integrate it naturally into our daily rhythms. When devotions are repeatedly postponed, conversations revolve exclusively around logistics, and Sunday worship becomes optional due to exhaustion, we're witnessing fa...
2025-08-1116 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts88 | Feeling Misunderstood? When Choosing Jesus Means Standing AloneFind the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blogWhat happens when your deepest faith collides with the world's expectations? When choosing Jesus means standing alone? This raw, heartfelt exploration takes us beyond superficial spirituality into the sacred space where suffering becomes purpose.We often misunderstand Christian suffering, assuming it's about illness or general hardship. But Scripture reveals something different—a unique kind of suffering that comes directly from our faithfulness to Christ. For many women, this looks like family relationships strained by different values, social exclusion for refusing to compromise convictions, or the quiet loneliness of...
2025-08-0715 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts87 | Got Emotional Chaos? 5 Bible-Based Strategies for Restoring BalanceFind the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blogEver feel like your emotions are running wild while your spiritual life suffers? You're not alone. That swirling internal chaos—when you can't focus during prayer, when you say things you regret, when past hurts and future fears collide—isn't a sign of spiritual failure. It's simply evidence that you're human.The good news? Emotional chaos doesn't disqualify you from God's love or purpose. We can find lots of emotionally complex individuals in the Bible who walked closely with God: Elijah begging to die beneath a solitary tree...
2025-08-0416 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts86 | Feeling Alone? When Your Heart Loves Jesus and Your Spouse Does NotFind the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blogEver felt the ache of walking your faith journey alone while married? That spiritual disconnect can leave you wondering how to stay close to God when your spouse doesn't share your beliefs. Today's episode tackles this profound challenge with both compassion and practical wisdom.Drawing from the biblical story of David and Bathsheba, we explore how even the most faithful among us experience brokenness. This powerful narrative reminds us that God doesn't ask for perfect performance but rather seeks a heart that is honest, broken, and surrendered...
2025-07-3116 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts85 | Feeling Ignored by Your Husband? Finding Peace When He Won't Come to ChurchFind the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blogThe weight of walking your spiritual journey alone while married can feel crushing. That tension between Sunday morning preparations—gathering kids, grabbing Bibles, rushing out the door—while your husband remains disinterested cuts deep into your heart. Those silent questions emerge: Why doesn't he care? Is something broken in our marriage? In me?This episode speaks directly to women who love Jesus with their whole hearts but feel spiritually isolated within their marriage. We tackle fundamental truths that need to sink into your soul. Practical strategies fill this...
2025-07-2815 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts84 | Family-Focused Faith: How to Conquer Temptation in Every Season of LifeFind the full episode here >>> PaulaBehrens.com/blogTemptation sneaks in at our most vulnerable moments—when we're tired, lonely, or pursuing spiritual growth. That pull toward compromise feels universal because it is. Every person faces it, including Jesus himself.This episode unpacks what happens in our hearts when temptation arrives and offers practical, biblically-grounded strategies for every family member. By examining Jesus' wilderness experience in Matthew 4, we discover how Scripture becomes our strongest defense against the enemy's schemes. Rather than relying on willpower alone, we learn to treasure God's Word in our hearts as Ps...
2025-07-2414 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts83 | How to Heal After Tragedy: Biblical Encouragement & Journaling PromptsFind the full episode here: PaulaBehrens.com/blogThe ground beneath our faith often shakes most violently when disaster strikes without warning. After the devastating Guadalupe River flood that swept through Texas on July 4th, many of us are left grappling with profound questions about God's presence in tragedy. As someone whose own grandchildren survived this catastrophe while others lost their lives, I understand firsthand the complex emotions that surge when natural disasters upend our sense of safety and order.Where exactly is God when floodwaters rise? This episode tackles the age-old questions that emerge...
2025-07-2115 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts82 | Got Resentment? Biblical Encouragement on How to Embrace PeaceFind the full episode here >>> Resentment: The Silent Thief of Your Spiritual PeaceHidden deep beneath our smiles and daily routines, resentment can silently rob us of joy, peace, and spiritual connection. We often carry these wounds far longer than we realize, allowing them to color our relationships and distance us from God's healing presence.This powerful episode explores the subtle ways bitterness takes root in our hearts and offers a compassionate roadmap for finding freedom. We dive into biblical wisdom from Hebrews 12:15 about how resentment spreads beyond ourselves and examine Joseph's remarkable journey from...
2025-07-1715 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts81 | Feeling burnt out? 7 Biblical Affirmations that Help you Find Rest in ChristFeeling spiritually drained? You're not alone. That exhaustion isn't a sign of weakness—it's a signal that you've been carrying more than you were meant to carry alone.Most believers who pour themselves out for others eventually reach a point where their own spiritual tanks run empty. The real challenge isn't just external noise—it's the internal weight of expectations, responsibilities, and the guilt that comes from feeling spiritually inadequate. Isaiah reminds us that "in quietness and trust is your strength," but that quietness doesn't just happen naturally in our overstimulated world.In this soul-nourishing epis...
2025-07-1417 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts80 | Affirmed and Equipped: Positive Affirmations for the Christian DiscipleFind more in my blog: 7 Powerful Truths Every Christian Disciple Needs to KnowWhat does it truly mean to make disciples when everything around you feels like it's crumbling? After enduring the harrowing hours while waiting for my twin grandchildren to reunite with their parents during the devastating Guadalupe River flood, I've reflected deeply on that question. And thus arrived at the explanation that the Great Commission wasn't just for the twelve disciples—it's for every believer for all times. When Jesus said "Go and make disciples of all nations," He was establishing the foundation for...
2025-07-1016 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts79 | Anchored in the Storm: A Journey of Faith, Doubt, Trauma and GraceWhat happens when the crisis you're walking through leaves you questioning God? How do you pray when words fail you? This deeply personal episode takes you into the heart of a grandmother's wait to learn that her grandchildren were finally reunited with family during the catastrophic Guadalupe flash flood of July 4, 2025.Between the cracks of this terrifying story emerges a profound truth about spiritual growth: it often happens not despite our storms but directly through them. God doesn't wait for us to be strong—He meets us in our unraveling. You'll discover how a colleague's foreshadowing dream re...
2025-07-0715 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts78 | Biblical Principles to Overcome Procrastination: Faith In ActionFind the full episode here > PaulaBehrens.com/blogProcrastination often disguises itself as busyness, perfectionism, or waiting for the "right time," but beneath these excuses lies a deeper spiritual battle for your purpose and calling. This eye-opening episode reveals how even the smallest delays can derail God's plans for your life and provides biblical strategies to break free from this cycle.Drawing wisdom from Proverbs 6, we examine the humble ant—a creature with no supervisor yet profound purpose and discipline. What if Christians approached God-given assignments with this same internal motivation rather than waiting for ex...
2025-07-0317 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts77 | Healthy Boundaries for Quiet Time: Reclaiming Spiritual Focus in a Noisy WorldHave you ever sat down for quiet time with God only to find your mind wandering or your phone constantly pinging? You're not alone. The struggle to maintain meaningful connection with God amid life's chaos is real—and it's exactly what we're tackling head-on in this powerful episode.Quiet time isn't just another task on your to-do list; it's the sacred space where your soul finds rest and direction. Yet for many of us, this vital practice gets crowded out by emotional overload, mental distractions, and time pressures. Drawing from biblical wisdom and personal experience, we explore ho...
2025-06-3015 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts76 | From Control to Calling: A Bible Study on Christlike LeadershipFind the full episode here > Refining Leadership: The Upside-Down Kingdom of Servant LeadershipWhat does it mean to truly lead like Jesus? This question sits at the heart of authentic Christian leadership, challenging us to embrace a revolutionary model that radically contradicts our culture's definition of success and influence.Drawing from Mark 10:42-45, we discover Jesus' countercultural approach to leadership—where greatness is measured not by authority or position, but by humble service. "Whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant." These words transform how we understand influence in every sphere of ou...
2025-06-2615 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts75 | Penciled Plans, Permanent Prayers: Faith-Based Goal Setting That Honors GodFind the full episode here > Surrendering Your Plans: The Path to God-Centered Goals Struggling to align your goals with God's will? There's a profound difference between productivity-obsessed planning and faith-centered goal setting that transforms not just what we accomplish, but who we become.At the heart of this transformation is Proverbs 16:3 – "Commit your work to the Lord and your plans will be established." The Hebrew word for "commit" literally means to roll our burdens onto God's shoulders. Faith-based goal setting begins with surrender rather than striving, with prayer before planning.While the world glo...
2025-06-2316 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts74 | How to Read the Bible: Essential Tools for Scripture StudyEver stared at your Bible wondering where to even begin? Or maybe you've tried reading it but found yourself more confused than inspired? You're not alone. Many believers struggle to develop a meaningful Bible reading habit that actually transforms their lives.The truth is, Scripture isn't meant to be a complicated maze—it's a living, breathing invitation to know God more deeply. As 2 Timothy tells us, "All scripture is God-breathed," equipping us not just for some aspects of life, but for everything we face. When properly understood, the Bible becomes that "lamp for your feet" mentioned in Ps...
2025-06-1914 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts73 | Faith In Rhythm: A Christian Approach to Life BalanceSummer arrives with longer days, family gatherings, and yes—lengthier to-do lists that can leave even the most organized Christian woman feeling overwhelmed. What if the season meant for refreshment is actually draining your spiritual and emotional reserves?This eye-opening episode challenges the cultural praise of hustle with a powerful biblical truth: your worth is not defined by your productivity. Through an in-depth exploration of Isaiah 40:31, we uncover how God designed us for rhythm, not relentless striving. "Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength"—this isn't just a poetic promise but a practical invitation to l...
2025-06-1617 minLiving On Purpose In Christ | Emotions, Biblical Encouragement, Aromatherapy, Devotions, Essential Oils, Journal Prompts72 | The Overflow: Faith Filled Devotions & Positive Affirmations for a Generous Christian LifeGenerosity springs from a heart aligned with God's abundance rather than the world's scarcity. Are we giving from obligation or from overflow? This transformative question changes everything about our generosity journey. Ancient believers understood the spiritual connection between aromatic elements and generous worship. Frankincense and myrrh—gifts to the Christ child—symbolized spiritual devotion, while essential oils were used for temple purification and even as tithes. These sacred scents can enhance our modern devotional practices, grounding us in present-moment generosity rather than distracted obligation. As we incorporate these sensory elements into our quiet time, we create space for t...
2025-06-1217 min