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Join us as we close out the year with "Looking Back, Moving Forward!"    In this special season finale, we take a moment to reflect on all the major milestones, lessons learned, and defining moments that shaped our 2025. We'll share some of our biggest highlights and toughest challenges from the past year, along with candid takeaways, before turning our eyes toward the exciting possibilities, goals, and what we're declaring and planning for the new year.    Most importantly, we want to send a heartfelt thank you to all of our incredible listeners! Your support, encouraging words, and prayers throughout Season 10 have meant the world to us. This is a big thank you to our community for a wonderful Season 10! Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

Episode 9: Trusting God Through Hard Season | Featuring Marissa Henrie What does it look like to trust God when life doesn't make sense?  In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we sit down with Marissa Henrie as she shares her persona testimony of walking with God through some of her hardest seasons. From moments of uncertainty, her mother's cancer diagnosis, and pain to learning how to surrender control and lean fully into God's promises, Marissa opens up about what faith looks like when it's tested.  This conversation is an honest reminder that trusting God isn't always easy but it is always worth it. If you're navigating a difficult season, feeling weary, or struggling to see God's hand at work, this episode will encourage you to keep believing, keep hoping, and keep trusting.  You are not alone. God is still working, even in the waiting.  Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

This week, "The Power of Worship" is the anchor of our conversation! Join us at the table as we share a heartfelt discussion about how we can practically live a life of worship. We dive into how worship impacts us personally and explore: What the Bible says about a heart of true worship.Worship in the midst of waiting, challenges, or brokenness.Simple, daily ways to acknowledge God's presence and cultivate a lifestyle of worship.Tune in for a powerful reminder of the deep joy and strength found when we make worship a consistent part of our lives. Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

Join us this week as we sit down with the incredible Leslie Pierce to discuss what it truly means to be "Positioned to Lead." How does our faith influence our leadership roles, both in and out of the church?Leslie shares powerful insights and scriptural guidance on recognizing and embracing the divine calling on your life to lead.Learn practical steps to cultivate a servant heart and lead with Christ-like humility and vision.Discover how to overcome the common challenges of leadership by anchoring your identity and purpose in God's unwavering truth.Get ready to be equipped and encouraged to step confidently into the influence and authority God has entrusted to you! Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

In Part 2 of “From Light to Darkness,” I sit down once again with Pamela Bultron Carrion to continue uncovering the spiritual dangers that often hide behind New Age “light.” This week we go deeper, talking about generational bondage, witchcraft, santería, and the real impact these practices can have on families for generations. Pamela opens up with powerful testimony and biblical wisdom that reminds us that freedom is possible and deliverance is real. We talk about how to recognize spiritual warfare, how to break cycles in Jesus’ name, and how to protect your home with discernment and prayer. This is a raw, honest, and much-needed conversation you don’t want to miss. Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

Episode 5: From Light to Darkness — The Dangers of New Age with Pamela Bultron In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Ceci sits down with special guest Pamela Bultron to unpack the hidden dangers of New Age spirituality and how easily it can disguise itself as light. Pamela shares the dangers of being drawn into New Age practices, seeking peace, healing, and purpose apart from Christ, only to discover the spiritual darkness hidden beneath. Together, they discuss how subtle deception can pull believers away from biblical truth, the importance of discernment in today’s culture, and how God’s grace brings true freedom and restoration. This honest conversation sheds light on the spiritual battles many face unknowingly, offering hope, truth, and clarity to anyone searching for the real Light, Jesus. If you’ve ever wondered where the line is between self-spirituality and God’s truth, this episode will open your eyes and strengthen your faith. Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

Episode 4: Purpose Without Striving | You Don’t Have to Earn Your Purpose, It’s Already Given to You! In this soul-refreshing episode, Ceci and Neesha unpack what it truly means to live with purpose without striving. In a world that constantly tells us to hustle, prove ourselves, and measure our worth by our accomplishments, God reminds us that our purpose isn’t something we earn — it’s something He’s already placed within us. Through honest conversation and spiritual reflection, Ceci and Neesha share how surrender, trust, and identity in Christ can free us from the pressure to perform. They explore what it looks like to rest in God’s timing, embrace His calling, and walk confidently in who He’s created us to be — without comparison or burnout. This episode is your reminder that you don’t have to strive for what’s already yours. Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

Episode 3: Finding God in Everyday Moments | How to Embrace God’s Presence in the Mundane In this heartfelt conversation, Ceci and Neesha talk about the beauty of discovering God’s presence in the ordinary moments of life — from morning routines and car rides to conversations and quiet pauses. It’s easy to look for God in the big miracles, but what about the small, unnoticed moments that fill our days? Together, they reflect on how slowing down, cultivating gratitude, and shifting our perspective can help us experience God’s love more deeply in the midst of our daily routines. This episode is a gentle reminder that God is not only in the mountaintops, but also in the mundane. Pull up a chair, homegirls — let’s learn to find sacredness in the simple. Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

🎧 Episode 2: Even If — What If God Doesn’t Heal or Provide? In this vulnerable and faith-filled episode, Ceci and Neesha sit down for an honest conversation about walking through seasons of waiting, uncertainty, and unanswered prayers. Ceci opens up about a major health journey she’s been facing for over a year, one that has tested her patience, her hope, and her faith in God’s promises. Together, they explore what it means to trust God even if He doesn’t heal or provide in the way we expect. Through personal reflection, prayer, and raw honesty, Ceci and Neesha share how their faith has deepened through surrender, how worship became their weapon, and how peace can still be found in the waiting. This episode is for anyone who’s ever prayed for a miracle and wondered, “What if He doesn’t?” Because faith isn’t built only in the healing, it’s built in the waiting.  Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

What's up homegirls! We've missed you!  After nearly two years away, Benevolence Podcast is back for our 10th season! In this premiere episode, we catch up on all that’s happened during our break — the growth, the lessons, and the new chapters God has written in our lives. We’re also giving you a sneak peek of what’s ahead this season and what you can expect as we continue creating a space where kindness matters and all are welcomed to the table. So grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and join the conversation. Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

On this episode of Benevolence, we have the honor of having Joss Ilarraza joins us at the table to share with us her story of faith and healing. In this season of waiting, she shares how God is found in your moments of silence, of seeking, asking and surrendering. No matter what the circumstances, you are never alone. Make sure to tune in and hear about how Joss' miracle is on the move!  Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

On this episode of Benevolence, Neesha has the honor of doing a solo episode discussing her experiences on singleness. She discusses navigating the complexities of being single in a Christian context. From finding your purpose to dealing with the cultural and societal expectations, she shares practical advice and personal experiences to help you embrace your singleness and grow in your faith. Tune in now and be encouraged on your journey!  Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

On this episode of Benevolence, we had the honor of having Nathalie De Oliveira join us at the table to give us a life update on her journey with Crohn's disease.  Living with chronic disease may be challenging isolating, mentally and physically exhausting. Nathalie gives us insight on how she embraced her diagnosis with grace and patience. She also gives us her perspective on how to just God in the waiting of her healing.  Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

On this episode of Benevolence, Ceci has the honor of doing a solo episode based on her experiences of motherhood. Motherhood is a gift and as beautiful as it can be, there are moments where we let go of many habits and things we used to enjoy. Tune in to get some basic tools that will help you redefine who you are despite all the responsibilities that come with being a mom. Let's strive to be the woman who not only loves who she is but also knows herself well enough to respect what she needs from life.  Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!

On this episode of Benevolence, we talk about our "Jesus Story" of how we came to know Christ as our personal Savior. Our experiences didn't happen in a lightning bolt, a burning tree moment, or in the midst of a revival. Our encounter occurred in the quiet and still moments when we realized we needed Him most. Your Jesus Story doesn't need to happen in a church service, or camp, you can encounter Jesus in any moment of your life. You just need to acknowledge that you need Him. Once you call upon the name of the Jesus, he will be there in a flash and rescue you!  Make sure to tune in to hear what steps we took to have a personal relationship with Jesus. You'll be so glad you did!  Contact Us: Follow us on IG & Tiktok: @benevolencepodcast, @iamcecidiaz & @janeesha_e Email us at: [email protected] Thanks for listening and supporting us!