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Do you yearn to feel closer to God? Do you pray, read the Bible, go to Mass but still feel like something is missing? Do you wish you knew how to experience the Holy Spirit in a deeper, more personal way? In this episode, I’m sharing 3 spiritual disciplines to help you connect with The Holy Spirit. So instead of feeling disconnected from God, you can draw yourself closer to Him. If you were raised Catholic but feel disconnected from God and desire a deeper relationship with Him, then this episode is for you! ✨ Bible Study Scriptures + Resources Mentioned 📖 1 John 1:9  📖 John 20:21-23 📖 John 14:26  👉 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle: bit.ly/BRCcircle  Inside, you’ll receive weekly emails with Bible study reflections, simple spiritual practices, and encouragement to help you grow in faith and connect with God in a deeper way. ✨ Next Steps: 💙 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle ❤️ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts if this episode encouraged you 📲 Find me on IG: @MeaganMelara 🙏🏼 Choose one spiritual discipline from today’s episode and practice it intentionally this week

Have you ever felt like you’re just going through the motions in your Catholic faith? Do you know what to do at Mass, but still feel like your heart is disconnected from God? Do you wish the faith you were raised in actually led to a relationship with Jesus? In this episode, we’re doing a Catholic Bible Study to grow in faith and connect with God in a personal way. So instead of just going through the motions of your faith, you can begin seeking God for yourself and move toward a faith that is personal, alive, and rooted in relationship with Him.  If you were raised Catholic but feel like you’ve been just going through the motions in your faith, then this episode is for you! ✨ Bible Study Scriptures + Resources Mentioned 📖 Jeremiah 29:13-14 📖 Hebrews 11:6 📖 Matthew 7:7 👉 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle: bit.ly/BRCcircle  Inside, you’ll receive weekly emails with Bible study reflections, simple spiritual practices, and encouragement to help you grow in faith and connect with God in a deeper way. ✨ Next Steps: 💙 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle ❤️ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts if this episode encouraged you 📲 Find me on IG: @MeaganMelara 🙏🏼 This week, choose one Catholic practice you normally do automatically and seek God through it.

Do you go to Catholic Mass but feel like you’re just going through the motions? Does Catholicism feel like an empty religion — standing, sitting, kneeling, saying the prayers, and leaving still feeling disconnected from God? Do you wish you could understand the Mass in a way that leads to an encounter with Christ? In this episode, we’re doing a Bible study on God’s presence in the Catholic Mass. We’ll look at Scripture to understand the truth of Jesus’ presence so instead of feeling disconnected from God, you can be spiritually renewed by the truth of His presence. If you were raised in the Catholic faith but find yourself just going through the motions at Mass, I pray this strengthens your faith! ✨ Bible Study Scriptures + Resources Mentioned 📖 John 6:51-58 📖 Luke 22:19 📖 Matthew 28:16-20 👉 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle: bit.ly/BRCcircle  Inside, you’ll receive weekly emails with Bible study reflections, simple spiritual practices, and encouragement to help you grow in faith and connect with God in a deeper way. ✨ Next Steps: 💙 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle ❤️ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts if this episode encouraged you 📲 Find me on IG Stories: @MeaganMelara 🙏🏼 Go to Mass this week with an open heart, asking Jesus to help you recognize His presence in the Eucharist. Have a blessed rest of your week!

Were you raised Catholic but feel disconnected from God? Do you believe in God, know the prayers, and the Mass but still wonder how to have a personal relationship with Christ? Do you feel like your faith and your everyday life are two separate things?  In this episode, I talk about being raised Catholic, feeling disconnected from God, drifting away from the Catholic faith, and how I personally encountered God through the Holy Spirit so that you can understand the new direction of Beyond Raised Catholic and how this will help you connect with God. If you were raised Catholic but are longing for a faith that feels personal, alive, and deeply connected to God, I pray this blesses you! ✨ Resources Mentioned 👉 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle: bit.ly/BRCcircle  Inside, you’ll receive weekly emails with Bible study reflections, simple spiritual practices, and encouragement to help you grow in faith and connect with God in a deeper way. ✨ Next Steps: 💙 Join the Beyond Raised Catholic Circle ❤️ Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts if this episode encouraged you 📲 Find me on IG Stories: @MeaganMelara 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

Do you trust God but still struggle with anxious thoughts? Does your mind spiral with fear and uncertainty even though you know God is with you? In today’s episode, we’re doing a Bible study for anxious relief and talking about what it really means to trust God in the middle of anxiety, uncertainty, and fear. Together, we’ll walk through powerful Scripture for Bible study to help you trust God and experience the peace that only comes from Him. If you trust in God but still struggle with anxious thoughts, I pray this blesses you! ✨ Scripture + Resources Mentioned 📖 Proverbs 3:5 📖 Isaiah 26:3 📖 Psalm 27:1 🤍Bible (NLT): Courage for Life Bible As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you choose to purchase through this link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you—thank you for supporting me and this podcast 👉 Join the Free Facebook Group Here: Bible Study for Christian Moms Episode Mentioned: 20 | Wake Up Anxious? 3 Scriptures to Calm Your Mind Fast ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Bible Study for Christian Moms 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

Do you struggle to understand the Bible or feel like it’s hard to apply it to your everyday life? Do you feel connected to God during your quiet time—but then lose that connection once your day gets started? Do you want spiritual growth and a deeper, more personal relationship with God? In this episode, I’m sharing 3 steps for spiritual growth to help you move from feeling confused or disconnected from God to actually knowing God and walking with Him throughout your day. If you’ve been wanting to grow closer to God but don’t know how to make it feel real and consistent in your life as a Christian Mom—I pray this blesses you! ✨ Resources Mentioned 👉 Join the Free Facebook Group Here: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

Do you end your days mentally exhausted? Are your thoughts constantly racing - leaving you feeling overwhelmed and emotionally reactive? Do you realize that this mental exhaustion is keeping you feeling distant from God? In this episode, I walk you through a Mindful Exercise so you can have peace of mind and feel more Spiritually connected to God. If you’ve been feeling mentally drained, overwhelmed, or stuck in constant mental noise, I pray that this blesses you! ✨ Scripture + Resources Mentioned 📖 Matthew 11:28-29  📖 Psalm 23:2 Bible: Courage for Life Bible As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you choose to purchase through this link, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you—thank you for supporting me and this podcast 🤍 Related Episode Mentioned: From Overwhelmed to Anchored in Jesus: When Overwhelm Steals Your Joy 🤍 Struggling with Step 2 in this Mindful Exercise? → Get Support inside the Facebook Group 👉 Join the Free Facebook Group Here: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

Do you feel like you’re constantly trying to be a better Mom but it's not good enough? Do you find yourself striving to be more patient, more present, more peaceful, yet you keep falling short? Wish you could stop striving and start living in alignment with God as a Mom? In this episode, I’m sharing Scripture on faith and spiritual living to help you stop striving in your own strength so you can start walking with God and rely on his strength and guidance. If striving has you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and frustrated with yourself, I pray this blesses you! ✨ Scripture + Resources Mentioned 📖 Proverbs 3:5-6 📖 Galatians 5:16-17 📖 Luke 10:38-42 🤍 Join for Spiritual Support and Christian Community: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

Do you ever wake up anxious before your day even begins? Does your mind start racing the moment your eyes open? Do you wish you could calm your mind and feel grounded in Christ in these moments? In this episode, I’m sharing 3 Scriptures you can turn to when you wake up feeling anxious so you can calm your mind and become emotionally grounded in Christ. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, mentally scattered, or anxious as soon as you wake up, I pray this blesses you! ✨ Scripture + Resources Mentioned 📖 1 Peter 5:7 📖 Philippians 4:6-7 📖 Isaiah 26:3 🤍 Prayer Template (based on Philippians 4:6-7) → Available inside the Facebook Group under the Guides tab 👉 Join the Free Facebook Group Here: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

Are you a Christian mom struggling with overwhelming thoughts, anxiety, or feeling disconnected from peace and joy? In this episode we’re learning how to hold onto peace, love, and joy through Scripture, even when life feels loud and heavy. In Episode 3 of the From Overwhelmed to Anchored in Jesus series, we talk about how our minds can quickly become a battlefield — and why God’s Word is the anchor we need when our thoughts spiral. You’ll hear honest reflections on imposter syndrome, spiritual distraction, and how subtle lies can pull us away from God’s peace and purpose. Together, we’ll walk through powerful Bible verses for anxiety, peace, joy, and purpose, including Isaiah 26:3, Philippians 4:6–7, John 15, and Romans 8:28 — and learn how to use Scripture as a daily tool to combat overwhelming thoughts and emotions. In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why Scripture is essential for overcoming overwhelm and anxiety• How peace, love, joy, and purpose are spiritual realities — not emotions• How to shift your focus from spiraling thoughts to God’s truth• Practical ways to speak Scripture over your mind and home ✨ Faith-Led Assignment - Post It Promises:You’ll be invited to choose one verse that speaks to what you’re struggling with and place it throughout your home as a daily reminder of God’s promises. 💛 Join our private FB community, Faith Led Christian Moms, to share your Scripture, reflect together, and walk this journey alongside other moms who are learning to live anchored in Jesus. **Facebook Group is the same, just a name change! ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

Do you ever feel like no matter how much you get done, it’s never enough? You check all the boxes, yet still end the day feeling exhausted and empty. In this episode, Meagan invites you to release the pressure to do more and instead embrace a life that’s rooted in prayer, presence, and purpose. Together, we’ll talk about what it means to move from busyness to intentional living — to stop measuring your days by productivity and start filling them with meaning. You’ll hear what Scripture says about choosing what matters most, setting healthy boundaries, and being led by the Holy Spirit right where you are. At the end, you’ll receive this week’s Faith-Led Assignment, called “Choose the Better Thing,” where you’ll take one small, intentional step toward creating space for God in your daily life. 💛 So if you’re ready to slow down, pray more deeply, and live anchored in Jesus — press play. **Facebook Group is the same, just a name change!  ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

Do you ever feel like overwhelm is stealing your joy? You wake up already tired, the day blurs by with endless to-dos, and by the time your head hits the pillow, you’re not just exhausted — you’re drained in every way. If that sounds familiar, this episode series is for you! In this very first episode of the From Overwhelmed to Anchored in Jesus series, we’re talking about: ✨ What overwhelm really is and how it shows up in our everyday lives ✨ Why it so often blocks us from the peace, joy, and purpose God promises us ✨Together, we’ll unpack what Scripture says about taking every thought captive ✨ Explore the armor of God in Ephesians 6 ✨ Take the first step toward moving from stressed and overstimulated to anchored in Jesus. 💡 At the end of the episode, I’ll share our Faith Led Assignment called Mindful Presence — a simple but powerful practice you can carry into your everyday life this week. This isn’t just about listening and feeling encouraged for a moment; it’s about making real changes that help you root your life in Christ. ✨ Want to go deeper? Join our private Facebook group, Faith Led Christian Moms — a safe, encouraging space where we reflect on each episode, share honestly, and hold each other accountable to the Faith Led Assignments. You’ll also find encouragement and connection with other women walking the same journey. You are not alone in this. You are loved, you are chosen, and God has more for you than a life lived in constant overwhelm. **Facebook Group is the same, just a name change!  ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

Life as a mom can feel like a never-ending to-do list, leaving little time for true rest. In this episode, I’m sharing how you can actually honor the Sabbath, even with a busy schedule full of kids, laundry, and endless tasks. We’ll dive into God’s design for Sabbath rest and explore practical ways to create meaningful moments of peace and renewal—whether it’s unplugging from your phone, setting healthy boundaries, or starting new family traditions. You don’t need hours of downtime to experience the refreshing rest God offers. If you’re a busy mom in need of rest and spiritual replenishment, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about how to trust God with our time and make room for the soul-nourishing Sabbath moments we desperately need. Stay tuned until the end for a prayer to help you reset your heart and soul for the week ahead. ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

Ever feel like there just isn't enough time to grow your faith or be close to God as a busy mom? You’re not alone—and today we’re getting real about that. In this heartfelt episode, I’m sharing why the idea of “balance” between faith and life might be holding us back—and how we can shift from compartmentalizing our relationship with Jesus to inviting Him into every moment. From whispered prayers during the chaos to anchoring your mornings with a single verse, we’re talking practical, grace-filled ways to walk with God—right in the middle of motherhood. You’ll also hear: A behind-the-scenes update on The Soul Riches Planner and what’s next Why I’m stepping back from social media (and leaning in more to this podcast!) Encouragement for weary hearts trying to “do it all” Real-life examples of what time with God can look like when life is anything but quiet If you’ve ever struggled with guilt about not having a “perfect quiet time,” or wondered how to stay spiritually connected in the busyness, this episode is for you. Mentioned:✨ The Soul Riches Planner Kickstarter update🎙 Stay connected: Make sure you’re subscribed for upcoming episodes. Let’s trade guilt for grace and live like God is with us—because He is. ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!

In this gentle and faith-filled episode, we’re reclaiming rest and self-care as sacred, spiritual practices—not luxuries or signs of weakness. So many of us, especially mothers, have absorbed the lie that taking care of ourselves is selfish. But the truth is, rest is a divine rhythm modeled by God Himself. We’ll explore the biblical foundation for rest, break down why self-care is not selfish but sacred, and share practical ways to weave intentional rest into your everyday life. Whether it’s setting boundaries, observing a personal Sabbath, or simply choosing Jesus time over screen time, you’ll leave this episode encouraged and equipped to prioritize yourself God’s way. 🌿 Because when you're rooted in Him, you can pour into others from a full, rested, and joyful heart. ✨Mentioned in this episode: Don't forget to check out the Soul Riches Planner—now live on Kickstarter through May 23! Designed to help you live with rhythm, rest, and rootedness in Christ: https://bit.ly/SoulRichesPlanner  📦 Early Bird Rewards go fast—don’t miss it! ✨ Next Steps: ❤️ Leave a Written Review on Apple Podcast if you haven't already: Click Here 💙 Join the Facebook Group: Emotionally Grounded Christian Moms Community 🙏🏼 Have a blessed rest of your week!