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You know the sin you need to let go of. You know the step of faith you’ve been putting off. You know you should forgive, give, pray, share the gospel, change direction, or finally surrender that thing you’ve been trying to control. BUT you still haven’t done it. In this episode of She Lives Purposefully, we’re talking about the space between knowing what God says and actually doing it. I’m sharing moments in my own life when I felt very clearly that God was asking something of me—one where I listened and one where I did not. We’ll talk about three big reasons we sometimes choose our own way instead of obeying God AND how to choose instead to take that step of following Jesus and obey Him.  Links:  Christian Music Playlist: https://mailchi.mp/c31ab7a095ae/slp-christian-music-and-worship-playlist My Christian Living Fall faves: https://linktr.ee/shelivespurposefully thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully  My Free and $5 Digital Bible Studies: https://www.shelivespurposefully.com/slp-studies/ Purpose Bible Reading Challenge: https://mailchi.mp/shelivespurposefully/purposebiblereadingchallenge  Toddler Devo Time: https://www.shelivespurposefully.com/2025/10/14/toddler-quiet-time-bundle/  Shop 10% off Daily Grace Co. with code MEGANE10: thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully Shop 10% off Hosanna Revival with code SHELIVESPURPOSEFULLY: https://hosannarevival.com/shelivespurposefully  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I’m sharing a core part of my testimony, a family tragedy that completely rocked my faith but that God used to transform my life and my love for Him.  I’m sharing different comforts that God has given me in suffering with the hopes of comforting and encouraging you. Christians are not exempt from suffering but we do have the God of all comfort with us through it.  Links:  SEEDS: Download the free SEEDS app and take one small step today: plant your first seed and see what God can grow. Use code MEGANE10 for 10% off Daily Grace Co (including their Advent collection!): thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully   living purposefully as a Christian how to live a purposeful life Christian purpose God's purpose for your life living for God glorifying God in everyday life Christian woman Christian motherhood how to live intentionally Christian daily life finding purpose in everyday life living with purpose Christian encouragement how to follow God's purpose God of all comfort Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you actually living purposefully—or are you just getting through the day? It’s surprisingly easy to live life on autopilot. And as Christians, we can even turn our faith into a checklist: Read your Bible. Check. Go to church. Check. Pray. Check. Be a good person. Check. But God has called us to deeper. In this episode of She Lives Purposefully, we’re talking about what it actually means to live purposefully as a Christian—not someday but today, right where God has placed you. Because every day is an opportunity to glorify God, love God, and live for God. Bible Verses Mentioned 1 Corinthians 10:31  Ephesians 2:10  2 Timothy 1:9  1 Peter 4:10  Acts 13:36  Hebrews 12:1 LINKS: SEEDS: Download the free SEEDS app and take one small step today: plant your first seed and see what God can grow. Beautiful Bibles (where my Bible is from!): code SHELIVESPURPOSEFULLY for 10% off: https://hosannarevival.com/shelivespurposefully  Daily Grace Co Fall Faves code MEGANE10 for 10% off: https://tr.ee/dgcfallfaves  Purpose Bible Reading Challenge: https://tinyurl.com/49nxf42c  Christian music playlist: https://tinyurl.com/mssw2uc9  Digital Bible Studies: https://www.shelivespurposefully.com/slp-studies/  living purposefully as a Christian how to live a purposeful life Christian purpose God's purpose for your life living for God glorifying God in everyday life Christian woman Christian motherhood how to live intentionally Christian daily life finding purpose in everyday life living with purpose Christian encouragement how to follow God's purpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(A good to the very end REPLAY!) If you’ve ever felt stuck in sin, guilt, or shame —this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about how sin holds us back from the life God has for us, how to fight it in practical and biblical ways, and how God restores, redeems, and leads us forward (even after we’ve messed up). In this episode, we break down: 1. Why Fighting Sin Is Worth It (and Possible for you to fight) 2. How Sin Holds You Back from what God has for you God’s Plans 3. How to Actually Fight Sin (Heart Postures + Practical Steps) Friend, you can walk in freedom. You can live abundantly. And when you do fall, Christ remains your Advocate (1 John 2:1). He is yours. You are His. Let’s walk with Him. LINKS: SEEDS: Download the free SEEDS app and take one small step today: plant your first seed and see what God can grow. Hosanna Revival code SHELIVESPURPOSEFULLY for 15% off: ⁠https://hosannarevival.com/shelivespurposefully⁠ Daily Grace Co. code MEGANE10 for 10% off: ⁠thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully  Episode Timeline: 1:20 A personal story of God convicting me of sin holding me back THIS MORNING (being bitter and easily offended) 6:00 You CAN and its worth it to fight the sin in your life 8:00 What satan wants for you 10:40 What God has for you 11:20 Why it’s worth it to fight sin 11:40 Fighting condemnation and shame 16:40 How sin holds us back   23:30 How to actually fight sin  Christian encouragement, fighting sin, Christian podcast, overcoming sin and shame, God’s purpose for your life, Christian women spiritual growth, abundant life in Christ, freedom from guilt and shame, faith encouragement podcast, how to break sinful patterns, walking in God’s purpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If life feels a little out of wack or chaotic, like what you’re doing doesn’t align with what you want - your priorities could be all out of order. And as a Christian, we’re actually called to more.  Today we’re talking about getting our priorities in order, the RIGHT order and why it’s important!  Having priorities out of order can lead to chaos and overwhelm and putting time and effort into the wrong things. How we act out what we prioritize matters because it begins to define how we live our lives.  Today, I lay out Scripture that backs up what our priorities should be, the priority order I love, and an exhortation to sit down and take inventory for your own life. LINKS: My Bible: https://hosannarevival.com/shelivespurposefully code SHELIVESPURPOSEFULLY for 10% off   SEEDS: Download the free SEEDS app and take one small step today: plant your first seed and see what God can grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I sit down to talk about if our faith is firm enough to weather trends and culture, and some ways to ensure that it is.  Christianity is honestly trending right now. It’s kinda popular. BUT Christians are called, in the Bible, to be prepared for push back and persecution.  How can we be sure our faith isn’t just trendy but is sure? Are we as Christian women spending time with Him? Are we remembering all He’s done for us? Are we growing an actual relationship based on truth? Are we practicing taking up our cross? And then I have the CUTEST story to share about my kiddo that reminded me that the seeds I am sowing MATTER. (HINT: It’s about prayer) LINKS: Daily Grace Co SALE (Use code MEGANE10 for an extra 10% off!): thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this short episode, Megan shares about her hard week. For the woman who maybe is also going through a hard season, Megan passes along comfort God has given her during hard times. This episode is rooted in 2 Corinthians 1 and talks about the God of all comfort.  LINKS: My Study Bible: https://collabs.shop/sqpk0u  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, I am joined by my husband Donny to talk about MARRIAGE - specifically 5 “rules” we keep in our marriage that have helped make our marriage stronger.  As a Christian couple, we take marriage VERY seriously.  We talk about our rule about divorce, fighting in marriage, trash talking your spouse, when to share your marriage struggles with others, friendship in marriage, and more.  LINKS: Shop Bible study resources and Christian living with 10% off Daily Grace Co using code MEGANE10: thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully   Shop beautiful Bibles and more at Hosanna Revival with code SHELIVESPURPOSEFULLY at  https://hosannarevival.com/shelivespurposefully  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever looked back at a previous season of life and thought, “My time with God used to look different. I must be failing now." Motherhood. Work. Marriage. Little ones waking before sunrise. Responsibilities that don’t seem to end. Today we're talking about why walking with God is a priority in every season—even if it doesn't look the same in every season. We'll explore what Scripture says about seeking the Lord, why our relationship with Him matters so deeply, and how we can let go of false guilt while continuing to pursue Him wholeheartedly. The goal isn't recreating a past season. The goal is faithfully seeking Jesus right where He has you today. LINKS: Up to 90% off Christian living resources at Daily Grace Co: thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully   ___  In this episode  Why seeking God is always worth prioritizing What the Bible promises to those who seek Him Letting go of guilt when your quiet time looks different than it used to Why different seasons call for different rhythms—not less faithfulness How motherhood (or any busy season) can actually deepen your dependence on God Practical ways to seek God when life feels full Encouragement for anyone who feels like they're "not doing enough" Scriptures Mentioned Matthew 6:33 Hebrews 11:6 James 4:8 Psalm 14:2 1 Chronicles 16:11 Jeremiah 29:13 Psalm 63:1 Deuteronomy 4:29 2 Chronicles 7:14 Psalm 119:105 John 15:1–5 Psalm 1:2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maybe you have dreams, goals, prayers, and plans you're working hard toward. You're asking God to bless them, open doors, and make them successful... but have you stopped to ask what He is doing? Today, we're talking about what it looks like to surrender our plans (sometimes without giving up on the dreams God has placed in our hearts).  Here’s your invitation to pause, reflect, and re-center before taking our next steps. I’ve been reminded by God to bring every area of my life before God—not just asking Him to bless my desires, but praying: "Lord, if this isn't what You have for me, change my heart. Show me what You want, and I'll follow." If you've been feeling uncertain about what's next, wrestling with unanswered prayers, or simply wanting to make sure you're walking where God is leading, I hope this conversation encourages you to slow down and seek His heart before your own agenda. LINKS: Get 50% OFF Hiya Health: ⁠hiyahealth.com/slp⁠ ESV Study Bible: https://hosannarevival.com/shelivespurposefully  Bible:  __ surrender your plans to God God's will for my life Christian podcast for women how to know God's direction trusting God's timing biblical encouragement following God's plan Christian motherhood and faith seeking God's will purpose-driven Christian living Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

God gives us opportunity to point to Him, to be part of what He’s doing in the world. Let’s lean in and act on those opportunities, those nudges on our hearts - and in turn, make an eternal impact. In today's episode of She Lives Purposefully, I'm sharing two simple stories from motherhood that deeply encouraged my own faith. This episode is an encouragement to listen when the Holy Spirit nudges you, to plant seeds of faith wherever God has placed you, and to remember that making an eternal impact often begins in ordinary, everyday conversations. Whether your mission field is motherhood, your workplace, your friendships, or your community, God has given you opportunities to point people to Him. Scriptures Mentioned: 1 Corinthians 3:6–7 — We plant and water, but God gives the growth. Matthew 9:37 — "The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few." Links: 50% OFF Daily Grace Co + extra 10% off with code MEGANE10: thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully   Christian motherhood, Christian parenting, teaching kids about prayer, praying with children, Christian mom podcast, faith in everyday life, pointing your children to God, making an eternal impact, biblical encouragement, Holy Spirit prompting, planting seeds of faith, discipleship, Christian women, motherhood encouragement, She Lives Purposefully, raising children in faith, trusting God, hearing God's voice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there a prayer you've stopped praying because you assumed God wasn't listening? Today, I share a story as a Christian mom of answered prayer with my toddler - a small, silly prayer answered almost immediately TWICE in a row.  That small moment became a bigger conversation: God hears you. It also showed me lies that I was believing about prayer, even as a Bible believing, Christian woman.  We dive into this mini testimony AND Scripture that tells us that God hears, He is near, and He answers, even if not always how we expect. LINKS:  My ESV Study Bible (code SHELIVESPURPOSEFULLY for 15% off): https://collabs.shop/sqpk0u  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feeling Unqualified for What God Calls You To? What Moses’s Story Teaches Us Ever caught yourself thinking, "God, why choose me? She's more qualified. She's been walking with You longer. She has the platform, the gifts, the put-together life — not me."  Today we're sitting with Moses in Exodus 3-4, where he asked God that exact question... and God's answer wasn't a list of Moses' qualifications. It was Himself.    Scripture Referenced Exodus 3:11-12 Exodus 4:10-17 Ephesians 1:4 1 Peter 2:9 John 15:16 Ephesians 2:10 Philippians 3:7-9 Links: Hosanna Revival — 15% off + an extra 10% off with my code SHELIVESPURPOSEFULLY https://hosannarevival.com/shelivespurposefully Daily Grace Co — Door Busters Sale + an extra 10% off with my code MEGANE10 thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You love Jesus—but if you're honest, it can be easy to coast. Maybe you've got the intention but not the follow-through. Maybe you're following through, but your heart's off: it's for the checklist, the self-promotion, the feeling instead of for Him. In this episode, we're sitting in 1 Corinthians and asking the uncomfortable-but-good question: Am I running this race to obtain the prize, or just living the Christian life aimlessly? Paul says runners run to get the prize, so run in a way that wins it and a couple chapters later, whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.  I share the simple rhythm my husband and I started and the honest self-examination that followed: Am I running with intention, discipline, and determination —or lackadaisically, only when it's convenient, or worse, for myself? We talk about where "running to win" actually shows up in ordinary life. 15% off Hosanna Revival Code ‘shelivespurposefully’: https://hosannarevival.com/shelivespurposefully  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer is a great season to draw closer to Jesus— no big trips or plans required. In this episode I'm sharing my summer bucket list, following Jesus edition: simple, joy-filled, faith-centered ways to soak up the season while keeping Him at the center (plus just some fun summer ideas too!) From sunrise quiet times to worship walks to memorizing verses with my toddler, these are easy rhythms you can start this week. Grab your iced coffee and let's chat about a faith-filled summer together.  In this episode: Two sales worth knowing about (Daily Grace Co. + Hosanna Revival, codes below) Church friends + coffee shop hangs Reading your Bible outside  Early-morning sunrise quiet times Prayer & worship walks Summer picnics Trying a recipe Building a summer worship playlist Reading a new Christian book (a motherhood pick on my list!) Farmer's market mornings Working through a summer Bible reading plan (grace over perfection!) Practicing memory verses with my toddler Hosting a Bible study, prayer time, or brunch with friends LINKS:  HIYA HEALTH: hiyahealth.com/slp for 50% OFF your first order! Amazon Sale faves: https://a.co/d/0iR0XmK1  https://thedailygraceco.com/shelivespurposefully code MEGANE10 https://hosannarevival.com/shelivespurposefully code SHELIVESPURPOSEFULLY    Summer Bible Reading Plan: https://tinyurl.com/bdzezn79  Esther Study & Bible Reading Plan: https://tinyurl.com/y9h39t8a Purpose Bible Reading Plan: https://tinyurl.com/49nxf42c Romans Bible Reading Plan: https://tinyurl.com/mvxfb482  Summer Worship Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/2dmm26bf  Christian Music Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/mssw2uc9  (Episode mentioned) How to Teach Your Kids God’s Word with Journeywomen’s Hunter Beless: https://tinyurl.com/373pfe8d Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices