Episode Summary:

Join Charity Majors and her dear friend Viorica Wakelam for an honest, laughter-filled, and vulnerable conversation on what it really takes to move from casual acquaintances to deep, godly friendships. In this special episode of our Faithful Friends series, they unpack the differences between good friends and God-knit connections, the power of shared convictions, and the beauty (and challenge) of being seen and loved in community.

Whether you’ve struggled to find authentic friendship or you want to deepen the relationships in your life, this conversation is full of wisdom, real-life stories, and scriptural encouragement.

Key Timestamps:

• [00:00:08] Kicking off with memories & how Charity and Viorica met

• [00:10:00] Their "friend-dating" story and their leap of faith going to a prophetic conference together

• [00:14:00] Charity’s childhood: Navigating culture, faith, and finding friends as an immigrant

• [00:19:00] Processing loss, betrayal, and the shift that happened when God entered the picture

• [00:23:00] The revelation: How loving people well changes everything

• [00:31:00] Healing, redemption, and learning to love people in their “mess”

• [00:37:00] The difference between good friends and godly friends—conviction, truth-telling, and iron sharpening iron

• [00:53:00] Friendship is (supposed to be!) inconvenient: Intentionality, risk, and the gift of going deeper

Key Takeaways:

• Godly friendship is formed by more than just common interests. Conviction, pursuit of God, and willingness to speak truth in love set these relationships apart.

• Vulnerability is risky—but totally worth it. True friendships require us to trust each other with the hard stuff, knowing there’s grace for our imperfections.

• Inconvenience is part of the deal. Meaningful friendships are rarely “convenient”; they require sacrifice, intentional pursuit, and the willingness to initiate.

• God’s idea, not an afterthought. Friendship isn’t optional in the Kingdom—it’s a core way that God shows us His love and shapes our lives.

• Embrace the mess and the growth. Both Charity and Viorica share candidly about hurt, betrayal, and the challenge to stay soft-hearted, even when relationships change or wounds occur.

• Choose patience and prayer. Sometimes seasons shift and friendships fade, but God is at work in our relationships—He’s in the business of redemption, even in friendship.

If you’re craving deeper, more authentic friendships rooted in faith—this episode is a must-listen!

Listen, share, and let us know your favorite takeaway from this powerful conversation!

Introduction:
Have you ever found yourself in the messy middle—in that space between letting go of something good and stepping into your true calling? Join Charity Majors as she shares her raw, real-time journey of navigating life’s most uncomfortable transitions. In this heartfelt episode, Charity peels back the curtain on her own season of surrender, sharing wisdom, personal stories, and divine lessons about moving from clinging to calling.

Whether you’re feeling lost, in a season of transition, or sensing a shift in your spirit, this episode will help you find courage, clarity, and the assurance that you’re not alone. Discover how to embrace pruning seasons, process your experiences, and trust that you are always caught by the arms of love.

Key Takeaways:

• The power of living a message, not just speaking from head knowledge (00:00:29)

• How letting go of the “good dream” opens up space for “God’s dream” (00:01:28)

• Understanding the “gap between the monkey bars”—the sacred in-between seasons (00:02:17)

• What is “divine discontentment,” and how does it signal a necessary change? (00:03:24)

• Processing complex emotions—relief, grief, joy—during transitions (00:04:44)

• The importance of leaving one season well to enter the next with intention (00:05:19)

• The closeness of God in our wilderness and pruning seasons (00:06:00)

• Inviting the pruning process and finding grace in the letting go (00:07:03)

• Practical steps: journaling, wise counsel, and quieting the noise to hear God’s voice (00:11:10; 00:12:42; 00:14:23)

• Trusting God’s voice over your own vision and waiting for clarity before acting (00:11:10)

• The role of surrender in stepping into your true calling (00:15:27)

• The beauty and purpose found in life’s messy middle (00:17:19)

Key Timestamps:

00:00:29: Charity shares about living a message in real-time.

00:01:28: Letting go of good dreams for God’s call.

00:02:17: Story of the monkey bars and the “in-between” spaces.

00:03:24: Divine discontentment as a sign of an impending shift.

00:05:19: Why transition seasons are essential—and how to steward your heart.

00:07:03: Embracing the pruning process with gratitude.

00:11:10: Trusting God’s voice, not just your vision.

00:14:23: Quieting the noise to hear clearly from God.

00:15:27: Surrender vs. striving; following Jesus’ example.

00:17:19: Moving from clinging to calling—a messy, transformative journey.

00:17:50: Get the book “Rise” for deeper encouragement and a special free guide.

00:19:21: Final encouragement for anyone feeling in free fall—God’s arms are always there.

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Charity’s Books:

  • Rise: How to Find Your People, Your Power and Your Purpose in Your Journey Towards Success (Get your copy for stories, practical tips, and a special bonus guidebook about being brave in the in-between!)

  • Meant: Igniting Your Purpose in a World That Tries to Dim Your Light

(Note: Please visit Amazon and search “Charity Majors Rise” for the direct link to her new book.)

Introduction:

Welcome to another powerful and timely episode of the Meant For More Podcast! Host Charity Majors invites listeners into a raw, prophetic conversation about the current moment the church and culture are facing in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Charity offers a unique perspective focused not on division, but on listening to God’s voice and boldly responding to the spiritual hunger and revival sweeping across communities right now.

Key Timestamps:

• 00:00:09 – Introduction and Charity’s approach to pausing and praying rather than reacting on social media

• 00:01:54 – The importance of seeking God’s heart and heaven’s perspective

• 00:02:57 – Signs of revival: record church attendance and supernatural encounters

• 00:05:00 – Prophetic ministry and a meaningful outreach story at a new age festival

• 00:12:28 – Testimony of transformation and invitation to church

• 00:13:36 – What Charlie Kirk’s death is stirring: boldness, risk, and revival

• 00:17:54 – Honesty about church hurt and the true purpose of church

• 00:23:51 – The power of testimony and why the gospel must go outside the church walls

• 00:26:50 – Next steps: an invitation to action, hosting Bible studies, and helpful resources

Key Takeaways:

• Revival is here and manifesting in record church attendance and supernatural encounters.

• Amid deep cultural pain and conflict, the voice and perspective of God are what matter most.

• There’s a new spiritual hunger and yearning for truth across all walks of life—even in unexpected places.

• Christ invites us into radical boldness, sharing our stories and faith even at risk of misunderstanding or persecution.

• Revival isn’t just for one person or one martyr—it’s a call for the entire generation to burn brightly for Jesus.

• The time is now to step into your calling, share your testimony, and take real action in your circles of influence.

Resources & Links from This Episode

• Pathway to the Heart of the Father (Book by Charity Majors) – on Amazon (search "Pathway to the Heart of the Father Charity Majors")

• Host or join a Bible/book study, get resources, and find events at: wearemeantformore.com

Ready to say “yes” to revival? Take action! Gather your friends, share your story, host a study, and burn bright for Jesus. The harvest is ready—the time is now!

Stay connected for more prophetic encouragement, resources, and tools to help you step into the “more” you were meant for.

Episode Introduction:

Are you in a season of transition, surrender, or feeling like you're stuck in the wilderness? You’re not alone! In this heartfelt episode, Charity Majors opens up about her personal journey from clinging to the comfortable “good” and stepping boldly into her God-given calling—even when it feels scary, uncertain, and uncomfortable. Charity shares vulnerable moments, spiritual insights, and practical questions to help you let go and trust God in your own season of surrender.

Key Timestamps:

[00:00:20] Welcome and real talk about the wilderness season

[00:01:17] Introduction to Charity's new collaborative book coming end of August

[00:03:16] On surrender, crushing, and deeper calling

[00:07:04] Letting go of a business for full-time ministry

[00:10:10] Childhood monkey bars story—a lesson in trust and surrender

[00:12:01] Clinging vs. calling and seasons of transition

[00:13:22] Reframing 'wilderness' as a place of clarity and preparation

[00:17:44] Declaring clarity over wilderness seasons

[00:18:18] God doing a “new thing”—leaning into unfamiliar, not just ‘next’

[00:20:18] Why we cling—fear, safety, identity, and surrender

[00:27:21] Submission redefined: partnering with God's mission

[00:30:32] Tease for part two: navigating the messy middle

Key Takeaways:

• The “wilderness” isn’t punishment or exile—it’s a place of sacred preparation and deeper intimacy with God.

• We cling to safety, control, or past identities out of fear, but true calling requires risky release and radical trust.

• Surrendering what’s “good” makes room for God’s best and strengthens your core identity as God’s beloved.

• God’s new thing for you isn’t just an evolution of the old, but something entirely fresh—be open to letting go of familiar patterns!

• True submission isn’t loss of power; it’s a loving invitation to come under God’s greater mission and purpose.

• Even in uncertainty and discomfort, God’s voice can bring clarity, direction, and freedom.

Important Links Mentioned:

• Charity’s New Book: How to Find Your People, Your Power, Your Purpose, and Your Journey Towards Success — Launching end of August!

• Connect with Charity Majors & Podcast Updates:

Stay Tuned!
Don’t miss Part Two, where Charity dives deeper into “the gap between the bars,” embracing the free fall, and trusting God’s voice even when the vision isn’t clear. Hit subscribe so you don’t miss the next episode!

Podcast Introduction:
Welcome back to the Meant For More Podcast! In this powerful, hope-filled episode, host Charity Majors reconnects with longtime friend and guest, Ebie Hepworth. Together, they dive deep into the journey of turning suffering into strength and rediscovering God’s faithfulness in the hardest seasons. Ebie shares from the trenches—infertility, raising a child with a terminal diagnosis, gut-wrenching moments in anti-human trafficking work—and how abiding with God isn’t just for the mountain-top experiences but is most vital “in the valley.” If you’ve ever felt broken, unseen, or overwhelmed by your own kitchen floor moments, this conversation will remind you that you are truly meant for more.

Guest Bio: Ebie Hepworth is a writer, worship leader, and tender-hearted encourager passionate about breathing hope into suffering hearts. From battling infertility and raising a child with a terminal disease to frontlines work against human trafficking, Ebie’s journey is marked by raw honesty and a deep commitment to abiding in God through every storm. Her words and writing have brought comfort to many walking through seasons of brokenness, and her upcoming book project promises even more depth and encouragement. Connect with Ebie for daily hope and heart wisdom on Instagram @ebhepworth or at ebhepworth.com.

Key Timestamps:

• 0:00 – Warming up; Charity and Ebie reminisce about their friendship

• 1:21 – Ebie’s “Meant for More” moments and the reality of hope in suffering

• 6:09 – When God reveals Himself in the hardest seasons

• 13:03 – Debunking “emotion equals devotion” and learning spiritual maturity

• 23:06 – Navigating life as a feeler, prophecy, and emotional discernment

• 27:31 – Ebie working on a new writing project

• 31:23 – Words for those who feel unseen and walking the sacred journey of obscurity

• 36:36 – Where to connect with Ebie online

Key Takeaways:

• Suffering births steadfast faith: The deepest faith often comes out of the most challenging, painful valleys—not from mountaintop “aha moments.”

• God’s presence in brokenness: Whether you feel seen or unseen, God is revealing Himself as “El Roi,” the God who sees you—even when no one else does.

• Emotion vs. devotion: Emotion does not determine your devotion. Spiritual maturity means learning to move through emotions with God, not being ruled by them.

• Processing with God is a duet: Whatever you walk through, abiding is a partnership—“faith is a duet, not a solo.”

• Embracing the unseen seasons: Obscurity is sacred, and being unseen by the world can lead to a deeper connection with God and your truest calling.

• Using your gifts: Whether your prophetic gift is feeling, sensing, or seeing, it takes maturity and practice to steward it well.

Important Links Mentioned in the Episode:

• Find Ebie on Instagram: @ebhepworth

• Ebie’s website: ebhepworth.com

• Recommended book: Anonymous by Alicia Britt Chole

• Book referenced: Hinds’ Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard

• Podcast host: Charity Majors on Instagram

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Your story matters, and you are meant for more.

Introduction:

Welcome to the Meant For More Podcast! Join your host, Charity Majors, as she dives into the real, raw, and meaningful journey of friendship with special guest and dear friend, Lyndsie Schnoor. In this heartfelt episode, Charity and Lyndsie open up about the ebbs and flows of godly friendships, how connection and intimacy adapt through life’s seasons, and the beauty of honoring each other through change.

Episode Highlights:

• [00:00:33] The origin story – how Charity and Lyndsie’s friendship was forged during their time at Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry.

• [00:03:48] Lyndsie shares a powerful framework for friendship: understanding intimacy, connection, and healthy boundaries.

• [00:06:17] Navigating busy seasons, shifting capacities, and learning to honor space without creating disconnect.

• [00:14:43] The risk of disappointment—and how to resist letting pain create a false narrative in friendships.

• [00:21:42] Navigating boundaries, capacity, and managing expectations in a community and leadership context.

• [00:31:58] Hard lessons learned about letting go of friendships and not holding on past the season of grace.

• [00:36:10] Embracing the vulnerability and growth that comes through honest, messy, and necessary conversations.

Key Takeaways:

• Friendships naturally ebb and flow; honoring those transitions brings maturity and depth.

• Disappointment is inevitable—what matters is how you steward your heart through it.

• Real connection requires vulnerability, courage, and willingness to have hard conversations.

• Not everyone gets a place in your “inner courts”—true intimacy is for the few you’re called to invest in deeply.

• Leadership and increased influence require even clearer boundaries and self-compassion.

• Most people are doing their best—lean into grace for yourself and others.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Lyndsie Schnoor’s ministry, podcast, and book: Known to Be Known

• Online Course Creation Workshop: createaprofitablecourse.com

  If you’ve found yourself in a season of transition or challenge in your friendships, this conversation is for you. Listen in and discover practical wisdom, supportive insights, and real encouragement for the journey.

  
  

Introduction:

Why does it sometimes feel like friends are drifting away, and could God be orchestrating something greater in our lives behind the scenes? In this deeply heartfelt episode, Charity Majors explores the tough and often confusing seasons when friendships shift or end—and why that might just be part of God's loving plan for your growth and purpose.

Charity draws wisdom from Scripture, personal stories, and inspiration from the book “The Threshold,” discussing the many reasons God may remove people from your life. Whether you’re in transition, healing from friendship wounds, or sensing God is preparing you for more, this episode will leave you encouraged and equipped to discern the seasons of your relationships—and trust God in every shift.

Key Timestamps & Topics:

• 00:00 – Welcome & Series Intro: Charity introduces today’s topic and the series on godly friendships.

• 00:46 – Navigating the Human Side of Friendships: The complexity of being hurt and healed in community.

• 01:24 – Transitions & Evolving Relationships: Why seasons of change often come with friendship shifts.

• 04:33 – Reasons God Removes People: Diving into six reasons, including misalignment, being stuck in the past, sabotage, toxicity, making room for new relationships, and hindering God’s work.

• 10:41 – Examples from Scripture: Lessons from Abraham & Lot, Jesus in Nazareth, King Saul & David, and Jairus’ daughter.

• 17:56 – When Relationships Become Unhealthy: Identifying damaging cycles and honoring boundaries.

• 21:58 – God as the God of Exchange: Encouragement on what God brings after pruning.

• 24:02 – Trusting God’s Process: Praying through who stays, who goes, and how to embrace new seasons.

• 26:08 – Prophetic Encouragement: A word for listeners feeling hurt or rejected by past friendships.

• 28:38 – Get Connected & Upcoming Events: How to stay involved with the Meant For More community.

Key Takeaways:

• Not All Loss Is Rejection: Sometimes, friends are removed from your life not because of personal failure, but because God is protecting you or preparing you for your next season.

• Alignment Matters: Relationships ebb and flow. God may shift people in and out of your inner circle based on your calling or current journey.

• Growth Requires Change: Holding onto past versions of yourself or others can stunt spiritual and personal growth.

• Toxic Relationships Must Go: God removes damaging or unhealthy relationships for your benefit and healing.

• God Replaces What He Removes: When God takes someone out of your life, He is preparing room for new, life-giving connections that align with your purpose.

• Trust the Pruning: Even difficult transitions are part of God’s loving process to move you from containment to release.

Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Find “The Threshold” and Daily Prophetic on Instagram: @dailyprophetic

• Follow Charity Majors on Instagram: @charitymajors

• Meant For More Events & Community: wearemeantformore.com (Check out the Events tab)

• Listen on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform!

Stay encouraged: You are meant for more, and every friendship shift can be a step toward the promises God has for you. Tune in and let’s grow together!

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Introduction:

In this episode of the Meant For More Podcast, host Charity Majors dives deeper into her series on godly friendships by exploring one of her favorite resources: Jenny Allen’s bestselling book, Find Your People. Drawing from both Jenny’s insightful work and her own experiences leading a house church, Charity unpacks the six unique types of friends that enrich biblical community and our personal journeys.

You’ll discover which type of friend you most resonate with, how to appreciate the friends you already have, and why embracing these friendship styles can foster healthier expectations and deeper connection in every season of life.

Timestamps & Topics

• [00:00:00] – Introduction & Podcast Welcome:
  Charity welcomes listeners, introduces the episode’s focus, and briefly discusses her own book, Connection Capital, on community.

• [00:02:13] – The Six Types of Friends (per Jenny Allen):

  1. The Encourager

  2. The Challenger

  3. The Foxhole Friend

  4. The Fun One

  5. The Planner

  6. The Sage

     Charity shares real-life examples and personal reflections on each.

• [00:05:48] – Quick Invitation:
  Charity introduces her online workshop for course creators and details how to access it.

• [00:10:48] – Deep Dive: Foxhole, Fun, Planner, and Sage Friends:
  Continued exploration of the remaining types of friends and how they function in different circles or seasons.

• [00:14:13] – Key Takeaways & How to Apply Them:
  Charity sums up why it’s important to recognize different friendship types—for both setting healthy expectations and understanding your God-given strengths.

• [00:16:35] – Resources & Invitation to Connect:
  Details on joining future book studies, Charity’s website, and how to continue the conversation.

Key Takeaways

• There Are Six Key Types of Godly Friends:
  Understanding these (Encourager, Challenger, Foxhole Friend, Fun One, Planner, Sage) helps you appreciate diverse friendships and frees you from the pressure to be “everything” to everyone.

• Self-Awareness Creates Healthier Friendships:
  Identifying your friendship type and recognizing your friends’ strengths helps you set realistic, grace-filled expectations and meet your relational needs in every season.

• Diversity in Community is Biblical and Healthy:
  Having a well-rounded circle—where different friends play unique roles—mirrors God’s intention for rich, supportive relationships.

• It’s Okay Not To Be Every Type:
  Embrace your lane. Letting go of unrealistic expectations (for both yourself and others) opens the door to more authentic connections.

Links Mentioned in This Episode:

• Find Your People by Jenny Allen

• Charity’s Book: Connection Capital

• Charity’s Online Course Workshop: CreateAProfitableCourse.com

• Charity’s Instagram

• Meant For More Events & Book Studies

Join the Conversation!
Comment on YouTube, message Charity on Instagram, or visit the website to share which friend type you are—or which one your circle needs most!

Subscribe and stay tuned for more episodes exploring the power of godly community.