Episodes

What helps you start your mornings with hope and encouragement? In today’s episode, our dear Stephanie Muiña reflect on the uplifting words of Psalm 5 and share fresh inspiration for our daily devotional practice. Together, we’ll explore what it means to bring our prayers to God each morning, discover new Christian music to nurture our faith, and build a playlist that sets the right tone for a joyful weekend. Let’s join together as a community in prayer and devotion, seeking God’s presence to...

What does it look like when something good begins to take the place of God in our lives? In today’s episode, host Stephanie Muiña invites us to reflect on Psalm 4 and search our hearts for anything that might be replacing God as our primary source of affirmation, peace, or identity. Together, we’ll explore how even the positive things—like fitness routines, self-love podcasts, or everyday hobbies—can quietly become false gods if we’re not careful. We’ll learn how to realign our focus, offerin...

What carries us when life feels overwhelming, and the challenges seem too big to carry alone? In today’s episode, host Stephanie Muiña explores the comfort, strength, and encouragement found in Psalm 3. Together, we’ll walk through the honest struggles of feeling isolated—especially for parents of children with special needs—and discover how God’s presence sustains us, lifts our heads, and brings us peace even in the busiest, most difficult seasons. Let’s unite as a community, leaning into pr...

What comes to mind when you think about royalty and the power of a king? In today's episode, we'll journey through Psalm 2 with host Stephanie Muiña, as we explore the majesty of God and what it means to be called His children. Together, we'll reflect on the awe-inspiring image of God's throne, discover the courage that comes from knowing our identity in Christ, and learn how to find refuge—and boldness—in Him even when the world feels uncertain. Join our community in prayer and devotion as w...

What keeps us grounded when life’s pace picks up and the to-do list seems never-ending? In today’s episode, hosts Stephanie Muiña invite us to slow down and find refreshment in God’s Word as we reflect on Psalm 1. Together, we’ll learn what it means to be like a tree planted by streams of water—rooted, steady, and cared for by God—no matter what our circumstances look like. Stephanie shares from her own experience of navigating busy and heavy seasons, and encourages us to trust in God’s perfect ...

What does it look like to stand strong together when challenges threaten to pull us apart? In today’s episode, we wind up an amazing week with Richelle Alessi and her guest Jackie Roman as we explore “The Battlefield of Prayer.” Together, we'll uncover how prayer isn’t just a personal practice, but a powerful unifying force that strengthens marriages, friendships, and our spiritual community. We’ll learn how intentional prayer can turn our relationships into a living testimony of God’s love, ...

Does praying out loud with someone—even your spouse—ever feel a little awkward? In today's episode, Richelle Alessi and Jackie Roman are here to help us move from feeling uncomfortable to truly aligned in our prayer lives. We'll walk through practical steps for making prayer a natural and powerful part of our relationships, uncover why praying together can bring unity and strength, and learn how to break through barriers that hold us back from deeper connection—both with God and with each oth...

What would it look like if we treated each day as an offering to God? In today's episode, we're joined by Richelle Alessi and special guest Jackie Roman, as we explore the idea of dedicating our everyday, ordinary routines—our work, our meals, and even our moments of rest—to God as an act of worship. We'll dig into Romans 12 and discover practical ways to connect with God from the moment we wake up to the moment we go to sleep, learning how intentional prayer and devotion can truly set us apa...

What simple moments are you thankful for today? In this episode, host Richelle Alessi invites us to pause and reflect on the power of gratitude as we prepare our hearts for deeper prayer. We’ll revisit a timeless verse from Psalm 100:4—"enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise"—and explore how choosing thankfulness, even for the little things, reshapes our attitudes, uplifts our spirits, and opens us to God’s presence in new ways. Together, we’ll learn practical st...

What does it mean to truly experience the goodness of God in our everyday lives? In today’s episode, host Richelle Alessi invites us to pause and reflect on Psalm 34:8, encouraging us to taste and see the Lord’s goodness—both in our highs and our lows. Together, we'll explore how gratitude opens our hearts to more of God’s presence, and how taking refuge in Him brings comfort, peace, and blessings, no matter our circumstances. Let’s begin this week united in thanksgiving, looking for God’s go...

What does it mean to truly surrender and experience transformation in our lives? In today's bonus episode, Gaby Alessi and Pastor Mary Alessi invite us into a heartfelt conversation about what it looks like to submit to God in every season. We’ll revisit the powerful acronym S.U.B.M.I.T., exploring how surrender, understanding, belief, renewing our minds, initiating time with God, and ultimately being transformed can shape our journey of faith. Together, we'll uncover how these steps move us ...

What does it look like to truly initiate time with God, even in the midst of our busiest seasons? In today’s episode, hosts Gaby and Mary Alessi, guide us through the final steps of their "Submit to a Season" series by exploring the importance of intentionally seeking God each day. Together, we’ll learn how making the first move toward spending time with God—no matter how simple or short—can lead to deeper surrender, greater understanding, and renewed faith. Through personal stories and spiri...

Do your thoughts start to take over during challenging seasons? In today’s episode, hosts Gaby and Mary Alessi invite us into day four of their “Submit to the Season” series, focusing on the crucial topic of minding our minds. We’ll learn together how to take every thought captive, overcome doubt, and intentionally fill our lives with faith—especially when circumstances or even people around us try to plant seeds of unbelief. Through personal stories and scriptural wisdom, we’ll explore practica...

Struggling to believe in God's promises when nothing seems to be working out? In today's episode, host Gaby and her mother, Mary Alessi, invite us into an honest conversation about faith during seasons of delay. Together, we'll explore what it means to believe that God is faithful, even when we feel weary or when life doesn’t go according to plan. Through scripture, personal stories, and encouragement, we’ll discover how stretching our faith opens us up to God’s greater promises and how a shi...

What do we do when life doesn’t go as planned and our prayers seem to go unanswered? In today’s episode, hosts Gaby Alessi and Mary Alessi invite us to reflect on true understanding as we walk through seasons of waiting and surrender. Together, we’ll explore how letting go of our limited perspective allows us to lean on God’s wisdom and trust in His timing. We’ll discover the beauty of exchanging our uncertainties and frustrations for the deeper grace God offers when we submit to His ways. Join...

What does it look like to truly surrender your plans to God, even when the waiting feels never-ending? In today's episode, hosts Gaby and Mary Alessi invite us into a heartfelt conversation about "Submit to a Season." As we dive into the first step of their new devotional acronym—surrender—we’ll explore how letting go of our timelines and desires can actually fast-track us to God’s perfect plan. Together, we’ll learn the power of surrendering everything, trusting that no matter the season of del...

Is there a greater purpose for your life than you realize? In today's episode, host Lauren Alessi explores what it takes to grow our capacity to serve and impact others. Together, we’ll dive into the powerful message of Luke 12:48 – "To whom much is given, much will be required" – and reflect on how God entrusts us with greater influence and responsibility, not just for our own blessing, but to make a greater difference in the world around us. Let’s discover how we can respond to God’s call w...

What does it look like to grow stronger when life feels overwhelming? In today’s episode, Lauren Alessi guides us through the idea of “strength training” for our faith, inspired by Ephesians 3:16. Together, we’ll explore how God may be increasing our inner capacity through life’s challenges—not only so we can carry more, but so we can steward blessings and responsibilities with grace and strength. Whether you’re wishing for lighter burdens or waiting for your prayers to be answered, we’ll learn ...

What does it look like to embrace change and allow God to work something new in our lives? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi explore the powerful message behind Mark 2:22 and the idea of “new wine.” Together, we’ll discover what it means to shed old mindsets, grow our capacity, and be made ready for God’s blessings. Whether it’s our habits, our thinking, or every part of who we are, we’ll reflect on how God invites us to become new so He can pour new things into our lives. Join our communi...

What does it feel like when life asks us to stretch beyond our comfort zone? In today’s episode, guest Lauren Alessi guide us through the idea of “stretching before strength.” Together, we’ll explore how God uses seasons of stretching—not just to prepare us for greater strength, but to grow our faith, expand our capacity, and ready us for new opportunities of influence and purpose. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 10:15, we’ll discover how spiritual and emotional stretching, while uncomfortable, is an...

What do we do when life starts to feel overwhelmingly difficult and we’re tempted to give up? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us to dig deep and discover what it really means to be made for more. We’ll explore the story of the Miami Seaquarium, draw inspiration from Jeremiah 12:5, and reflect on how challenges in our daily lives aren’t meant to break us, but to build us up for the greater purpose God has in store. Together, we’ll learn how to reframe our struggles as training grou...

What has been your experience with prayer, and do you find it mysterious or challenging? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the heart of prayer—why we pray, especially when it feels like our prayers aren’t being answered. Host Stephanie Muiña shares her personal journey, drawing a beautiful parallel between the ‘why’ questions of her three-year-old daughter and our own questions for God. Through relatable stories, heartfelt encouragement, and scripture from 1 Thessalonians, Stephanie rem...

When do you find it easiest to connect with God in prayer—early in the morning, or quietly at night? In today’s episode, host Stephanie Muiña invites us to reflect on the practical questions of where and when we build our strongest prayer habits. Together, we’ll explore why consistency is key to a deeper spiritual life, the blessings of meeting God in private moments, and simple ways we can carve out time—even on our busiest days. Let’s come together in community, encouraging one another to sta...

What does it look like to truly surrender our hopes and dreams to God’s will? In today’s episode, as we continue our miniseries on prayer, We’ll explore what it means to pray in alignment with God’s will and the power that comes from praying in Jesus’ name. Through personal stories and scriptural encouragement, we’ll discover how our prayers can transform from lists of wants into faith-filled acts of surrender and trust. Join our community as we reflect, grow, and support one another in makin...