Episodes

Have you ever struggled to be generous because you were worried about whether you'd have enough for yourself? In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud takes us into Philippians 4:14–20 as we close out our study through the book of Philippians. Through Paul's gratitude for the generosity of the Philippian church, we're reminded that we can live generously because we serve a generous God. Our giving isn't meant to be a transaction where we expect something in return, but a reflection of God's ...

Have you ever convinced yourself that you'll finally be happy when you reach the next milestone, accomplish a goal, or receive something you've been praying for? In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud takes us into Philippians 4:10–13 and reminds us that true contentment isn't found in having everything we want, but in recognizing that Christ is enough. Even while imprisoned and facing circumstances he never expected, Paul learned how to be content in every season, whether he had plenty or...

Have you ever stopped to consider how much your thoughts influence the way you see yourself, others, and even God? In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud takes us into Philippians 4:8–9 and reminds us that what we consistently think about has the power to shape our perspective, our words, and ultimately our actions. Paul gives us a powerful filter for our thoughts, encouraging us to focus on whatever is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and worthy of praise. We'll be challenged to p...

Have you been carrying worries, fears, or uncertainties that feel too overwhelming to handle on your own? In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud takes us into Philippians 4:6–7 and reminds us that we don't have to carry the weight of our worries alone. Paul doesn't simply tell us to stop being anxious. He encourages us to bring everything to God through prayer, thanksgiving, and trust. No matter what we're facing, we can turn to a Father who cares about every detail of our lives. We'll ...

Have you ever allowed a difficult circumstance to steal your joy and leave you feeling discouraged? In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud takes us into Philippians 4:4–5 as we begin the final chapter of our study through Philippians. Paul reminds us to rejoice in the Lord always, not just when life is going according to plan. While our circumstances may change, God's goodness, faithfulness, and presence remain the same. We'll be challenged to examine what's been controlling our joy lately...

What if the things you're stressing about today don't actually matter as much as you think they do in light of eternity? In today's episode, Lauren Alessi Burgos takes us into Philippians 3:20 and reminds us of a powerful truth: our citizenship is in heaven. While our relationships, responsibilities, careers, and daily routines are important, they are not our ultimate destination. As followers of Jesus, we belong to something far greater than this temporary world. We'll be challenged to shift...

Are you allowing regrets from your past to keep you from fully embracing the season God has placed you in today? In today's episode, Lauren Alessi Burgos takes us into Philippians 3:13–14 and reminds us that we cannot move forward while constantly looking backward. Even Paul, who had a past filled with mistakes and decisions he deeply regretted, understood the importance of leaving what was behind and pressing toward the purpose God had called him to. We'll be challenged to stop dwelling o...

Have you ever looked at someone else's life and wondered why you're not further along in your own? In today's episode, Lauren Alessi Burgos takes us into Philippians 3:12 and reminds us that we don't have to have everything figured out to keep moving forward in our faith. Even Paul acknowledged that he hadn't reached his goal or achieved perfection, but he chose to keep pressing on toward what Christ had called him to. We'll be challenged to stop wasting our energy comparing our lives, accomp...

Do you know a lot about Jesus, or are you truly taking the time to know Him personally? In today's episode, Lauren Alessi Burgos takes us into Philippians 3:10 and reminds us that there's a difference between knowing facts about Jesus and having a genuine relationship with Him. Even with all his knowledge and experience, Paul's greatest desire was still to know Christ more deeply and become more like Him. We'll be challenged to examine whether our faith has become more focused on what we know...

In today's episode, Lauren Alessi Burgos takes us into Philippians 3:4–9 and challenges us to examine what we're truly pursuing in life. Paul had accomplishments, knowledge, and a reputation that many would admire, yet he considered it all a loss compared to the incredible value of knowing Jesus Christ. We'll be challenged to reflect on where we're placing our energy, attention, and identity. There's nothing wrong with pursuing dreams, building a career, earning a degree, or wanting a family,...

What if the words you spoke over yourself each morning were rooted in God's truth instead of your own worries and doubts? In today's episode, Stephanie Alessi Muiña closes out Philippians 2 by reminding us that the church has always been made up of imperfect people choosing to serve, love, and pray for one another. Through the examples of Timothy and Epaphroditus, we're encouraged to recognize that God isn't looking for perfection. He's looking for willing hearts that respond to His calling w...

Have you ever done the right thing but allowed a negative attitude to steal the joy out of it? In today's episode, Stephanie Alessi Muiña takes us into Philippians 2:14–18 and challenges us to do everything without grumbling or arguing. It's easy to serve with a grateful heart when things are going our way, but what happens when we're tired, inconvenienced, or feeling unappreciated? Paul reminds us that our attitudes are just as important as our actions because the way we respond can reflect ...

Are there lies you've been believing about yourself that are keeping you from seeing who God says you are? In today's episode, Stephanie Alessi Muiña takes us into Philippians 2:12–13 and shares a personal reminder about the importance of examining the deepest parts of our hearts. Through seasons of change, exhaustion, and uncertainty, it's easy to lose sight of our identity and begin believing things about ourselves that don't align with God's Word. We'll be challenged to look closely at the...

Have you been so focused on discovering God's will for your future that you've overlooked what He's asking you to do today? In today's episode, Stephanie Alessi Muiña takes us into Philippians 2:6–11 and reminds us that Jesus gave us the perfect example of humility, obedience, and servanthood. Although He had all the power of heaven, He chose to humble Himself and serve others, showing us that walking in God's will often begins with faithfully serving right where we are. We'll be challenged t...

Have you ever wondered if the little things you do to serve God are really making a difference? In today’s episode, Stephanie Alessi Muiña takes us into Philippians 2:3–4 and reminds us that serving others is about something much bigger than ourselves. Whether it’s welcoming someone at church, serving in children’s ministry, giving generously, or simply praying for someone, every act of service has the potential to make an impact far beyond what we can see. We’ll be encouraged to remember tha...

What could change if you stopped viewing your circumstances through the lens of your problems and started viewing them through the lens of your faith? In today’s episode, Richelle Alessi closes out Philippians 1 by reflecting on everything we’ve learned from Paul throughout the week. His circumstances never got the final word because his focus remained on Jesus. Through imprisonment, uncertainty, and opposition, Paul continued to choose gratitude, joy, and confidence in God. We’ll be chall...

Does the way you live reflect the faith you say you believe? In today’s episode, Richelle Alessi takes us into Philippians 1:27–30 and Paul’s challenge to live in a way that is worthy of the gospel of Christ. Even in the middle of his own struggles, Paul encourages believers to stand firm, remain united in their faith, and refuse to be shaken by opposition. We’ll be challenged to consider what it looks like to follow Jesus wholeheartedly, even when our faith isn’t popular or easy. As believer...

Is Jesus simply part of your life, or is He at the center of everything? In today’s episode, Richelle Alessi takes us into Philippians 1:19–26 and Paul’s powerful declaration, “To live is Christ and to die is gain.” Even while facing imprisonment and uncertainty, Paul remained confident because his hope wasn’t found in his circumstances. His entire life was centered on Jesus and making Him known. We’ll be challenged to examine where Jesus fits into our own lives. When He becomes more than a S...

How do you respond when life doesn’t go the way you planned? In today’s episode, Richelle Alessi takes us into Philippians 1:12–18 and continues looking at Paul’s perspective while in prison. Instead of focusing on everything that had gone wrong, Paul recognized that even his difficult circumstances were creating opportunities for the gospel to be shared. His response was simple: he would continue to rejoice. We’ll be challenged to look at the unexpected and difficult areas of our own lives d...

What if gratitude could change the way you see the season you’re in? In today’s episode, Richelle Alessi takes us into Philippians 1:3–11 and the beginning of a new journey through the book of Philippians. Even while writing from prison, Paul chooses joy and gratitude instead of allowing his circumstances to determine his perspective. We’ll be challenged to consider where we’ve been focusing more on what’s missing than what God has already provided. When we intentionally thank God for the peo...

Who in your life might need someone to notice they’ve been missing? In today’s episode, Mary Alessi closes out James 5 with verses 19–20 and a reminder that our faith isn’t only about our own walk with God. We’re also called to care for the people around us who may be discouraged, hurt, or slowly drifting away from their faith. We’ll be challenged to notice who’s missing and respond with truth, grace, and compassion instead of judgment or gossip. Sometimes God can use a simple phone call, a c...

Is prayer your first response, or has it become your last resort? In today’s episode, Mary Alessi takes us into James 5:13–18 and reminds us that prayer has a place in every season of life. When we’re suffering, we pray. When we’re joyful, we praise. When we’re sick or struggling, we invite trusted believers to stand with us in faith. Whatever season we find ourselves in, James encourages us to turn toward God, not away from Him. We’ll be reminded that asking others to pray for us isn’t weakn...

Can the people in your life trust that your actions will match your words? In today’s episode, Mary Alessi takes us into James 5:12 and the simple but powerful instruction to let our yes be yes and our no be no. Following Jesus means becoming people of integrity whose words carry weight because we consistently follow through on what we say. We’ll be challenged to examine the commitments we’ve made and consider whether people-pleasing or saying yes too quickly has caused us to overcommit and b...

Are you getting discouraged because you haven’t seen the harvest you’ve been praying for? In today’s episode, Mary Alessi takes us into James 5:7–11 and reminds us to look at seasons of waiting like a farmer waiting for a valuable crop. Just because you can’t see what’s happening above the surface doesn’t mean God isn’t working underneath it. Roots grow before fruit appears, and sometimes the waiting is where God does some of His deepest work in us. We’ll be encouraged to stay rooted, keep pl...