After being away from the podcast for several weeks, I wanted to come on and share an honest update. About five weeks ago I developed a health issue that has completely knocked me for a loop. I’ve been to the hospital twice and am currently working with doctors to figure out what’s going on. Between the pain, the medications, and the testing ahead, I simply don’t have the physical or mental bandwidth right now to continue producing the podcast.

As many of you know, creating each episode involves hours of work beyond the recording itself—research, editing, writing show notes, creating social media, and preparing newsletters. Right now, I need to reserve my energy for healing and for my work, so I’m placing the podcast on hold for a season while I focus on my health.

This season has also reminded me how grateful I am for the strong health foundation I’ve built over the years and for the clarity that comes from staying grounded in God’s Word. When life becomes uncertain, faith gives us something solid to stand on. My hope is that this journey—both the struggles and the transformation—continues to encourage you to seek truth and walk closely with God.

While the podcast is paused, I will still be sharing a daily Scripture graphic on Instagram at 9:15 a.m. Eastern as part of my Year in the Word for Women. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for walking with me through the past six years of this podcast. I’m deeply grateful for your support, and I hope to return when the time is right.

Right now I don’t know when I’ll be back. I hope you will “follow” the podcast on whatever podcast app you use, so when I do come back (as I hope to do), a new episode will pop up in your podcast feed.

The Illuminated Connection Call is a free conversation where we talk heart to heart—no pressure, no agenda. I’d love to hear what’s on your heart, where you are in your life and spiritual journey, and what you’re sensing God may be stirring in you. Whether you’re just beginning to question the New Age path, exploring Biblical truth, are already living a God-led life, or simply feeling lost and unsure—this space is for you. Schedule through this link.

In this episode of The Illuminated Woman, I’m diving into one of the strangest, most eye-opening sections of the Old Testament—Numbers 21 - 24. These chapters are filled with unexpected messengers: a fiery serpent, a talking donkey, and a corrupt oracle. And yet, each one is used by God to confront, correct, and protect.

I share a personal story about how one small word - church - kept showing up in my life during the summer of 2024. I didn’t want it. I tried to ignore it. But just like the serpent in the wilderness, the donkey on the road, or the prophetic blessing spoken by Balaam, it was the unexpected thing God used to open my eyes.

This episode is for the woman who’s been hearing a whisper she didn’t expect. The one who’s unsure if God could really be speaking through pain, people she dismissed, or even circumstances that feel confrontational. We’ll unpack what these strange messengers reveal about God's protection, His holiness, and the way He opens the eyes of His daughters - even when they’ve been wandering.

🔑 What You'll Learn:

• Why God used a serpent to bring healing—and what that means for your pain
• How a donkey saw what a prophet couldn’t, and how God still uses unexpected voices
• What the oracles in Numbers teach us about discernment, especially compared to New Age "oracle" practices
• Why even spiritually gifted people can lead others into deception
• How to recognize when God is opening your eyes—and how to respond in obedience

Be sure to share this episode with a friend who’s navigating spiritual confusion, wrestling with truth, or unsure if God is still speaking to her.

The Illuminated Connection Call is a free conversation where we talk heart to heart—no pressure, no agenda. I’d love to hear what’s on your heart, where you are in your life and spiritual journey, and what you’re sensing God may be stirring in you. Whether you’re just beginning to question the New Age path, exploring Biblical truth, are already living a God-led life, or simply feeling lost and unsure—this space is for you. Schedule through this link.

Grief isn’t a one-time event - it’s a thread that weaves its way through different seasons of our lives. In this deeply personal episode, I share the story of how I’ve walked through the grief of losing my dad at 33, my mom at 54, my son at 59, and most recently, my beloved dog Huckle just before turning 66.

Each loss was different. Each one shaped me. And through it all, even when I wasn’t walking with God - He never left.

For years, I turned to New Age and occult teachings to try and explain away my pain. But when I lost my son, everything unraveled. That grief broke open what none of those spiritual teachings could reach—and it was through that unraveling that I finally found the true comfort and healing of Jesus Christ.

In this episode, I invite you into an honest conversation about:

• Why grief feels different depending on the loss
• How spiritual bypassing in the New Age can numb real sorrow
• What the Bible says about mourning, comfort, and eternity
• Stories of Biblical women who experienced profound loss
• How God wastes no tear—even when we’ve walked through grief without Him

Whether you’ve lost a parent, a child, a pet, a marriage, or a version of yourself, this episode is a sacred space to reflect, grieve, and begin healing.

I want you to know: God sees your sorrow. He remembers your tears. And He is near—even in the silence.

The Illuminated Connection Call is a free conversation where we talk heart to heart—no pressure, no agenda. I’d love to hear what’s on your heart, where you are in your life and spiritual journey, and what you’re sensing God may be stirring in you. Whether you’re just beginning to question the New Age path, exploring Biblical truth, are already living a God-led life, or simply feeling lost and unsure—this space is for you. Schedule through this link.

For years, I believed strength meant independence. That empowerment meant self-sovereignty. And that peace would come once I finally figured myself out.

In this episode, I return to Genesis chapters 1–3—not to debate feminism or self-led spirituality, but to quietly let Scripture do what it does best: restore order, dignity, and truth.

Genesis doesn’t shout. It doesn’t argue with modern ideology. It simply predates it.

Before there were movements, methods, or manifestos, there was a woman who walked with God—unburdened by self-optimization, identity obsession, or rivalry. And in these opening chapters of the Bible, we see how so much of what exhausts women today began with a single lie: that we would be better off without God.

This episode is for women who:

• Feel worn down by independence masquerading as empowerment
• Have questioned feminism but don’t know what comes next
• Have walked through self-led spirituality and felt its quiet cost
• Long for rest, clarity, and truth without pressure or performance

In this episode we explore how Genesis 1–3 dismantles the modern narrative that women must become more, rise higher, or govern themselves in order to be whole—and how God’s original design offers something far more freeing.

Why This Matters for the Modern Illuminated Woman

Many women today feel pressured to:

• Heal themselves
• Empower themselves
• Lead themselves
• Save themselves

Genesis gently reveals that this burden was never ours to carry.

We were not created to be projects.

We were created to be daughters.

This episode is an invitation to step out of striving, lay down self-sovereignty, and return to the quiet, powerful posture of walking with God.

The Illuminated Connection Call is a free conversation where we talk heart to heart—no pressure, no agenda. I’d love to hear what’s on your heart, where you are in your life and spiritual journey, and what you’re sensing God may be stirring in you. Whether you’re just beginning to question the New Age path, exploring Biblical truth, are already living a God-led life, or simply feeling lost and unsure—this space is for you. Schedule through this link.

As this year comes to a close, I wanted to end with a message that isn’t about hustle, resolutions, or reinventing yourself—but about finishing well. In this final episode of the year, we step into the sacred space of 2 Timothy, Paul’s last letter, and explore what it means to live with boldness, obedience, and quiet endurance in a world obsessed with performance.

This isn’t about flashy faith or spiritual ambition. It’s about faithful women who stay the course—even when it’s hard, even when no one’s watching, even when the applause fades.

I share some personal stories about how I used to chase visibility and validation in the New Age, how I tried to gather teachers who told me what I wanted to hear, and how God lovingly disrupted all of that. Together, we’ll reflect on spiritual legacy, obedience, discernment, and the quiet glory of a woman who chooses to finish the race set before her.

In this episode you'll hear:

• Why 2 Timothy is the perfect closing message for the end of the year
• The difference between spiritual performance and spiritual endurance
• What it means to share God's Word even if no one seems to be listening
• The dangers of “ear-tickling” messages in New Age and modern spirituality
• How to live out a legacy of quiet, generational faith like Lois and Eunice
• Why finishing your race matters more than how perfectly you started it

I also shared a lot of journal questions for you to work with that I hope will support you at any time of the year.

Whether this year felt fruitful or like a wilderness, I pray this episode anchors you in what matters most: keeping the faith.

The Illuminated Connection Call is a free conversation where we talk heart to heart—no pressure, no agenda. I’d love to hear what’s on your heart, where you are in your life and spiritual journey, and what you’re sensing God may be stirring in you. Whether you’re just beginning to question the New Age path, exploring Biblical truth, are already living a God-led life, or simply feeling lost and unsure—this space is for you. Schedule through this link.

As Hanukkah begins, let's explore this beautiful holiday which most Christians (including myself) don't know from a Biblical and historical perspective. In this episode, we'll explore the powerful and often overlooked message of Hanukkah—not as a holiday on the fringes of faith, but as a deeply prophetic and personal invitation for women to rededicate what the world has tried to ruin.

If you've ever felt burned out, worn down, or like your faith has been invaded by spiritual confusion or cultural compromise, this episode is for you. I take you through the historical and prophetic backdrop of Hanukkah, including how it connects to the Book of Daniel, how Jesus honored it in the Gospel of John, and why its themes of dedication, light, and holy resistance speak directly to modern women.

From the miracle of the oil to the cleansing of the desecrated Temple, this episode is filled with biblical truth, historical insight, and soul-deep reflection. I also share how this message intersects with my own journey—especially the season when I tried to blend Christian language with New Age practices and ended up spiritually exhausted.

Together, we’ll talk about what it means to:

• Reclaim your sacred ground
• Offer God your “small oil” when it feels like you have nothing left
• Become a vessel of His light instead of trying to perform for approval
• Let go of spiritual counterfeits and rededicate your soul to God

If this episode helped you rededicate part of your life to God or see Hanukkah in a whole new light, would you take 30 seconds to leave a quick review? Your reviews help The Illuminated Woman podcast reach more women who are ready to reclaim truth and walk in holy clarity.

The Illuminated Connection Call is a free conversation where we talk heart to heart—no pressure, no agenda. I’d love to hear what’s on your heart, where you are in your life and spiritual journey, and what you’re sensing God may be stirring in you. Whether you’re just beginning to question the New Age path, exploring Biblical truth, are already living a God-led life, or simply feeling lost and unsure—this space is for you. Schedule through this link.

In this episode of The Illuminated Woman, we're diving deep into 1 Timothy chapters 1–3 — and what they reveal about living a sincere, Spirit-led life in a culture obsessed with visibility, influence, and spiritual performance. Whether you’ve had a platform or simply lead in your home, this message is for the woman who longs to walk in quiet strength, spiritual maturity, and God-honoring purpose.

I share how the Apostle Paul’s letter to Timothy speaks to modern women navigating curated social media feeds, charismatic false teachers, and the confusion of “truths” offered by New Age and self-help movements. We explore modesty, character, reverence, and why God’s design for women isn’t outdated — it’s a call to something deeper, freer, and more beautiful.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or unsure where you fit in the church… or if you’ve been disillusioned by loud voices that lacked love — this episode will meet you right where you are and remind you that sincere faith still matters.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why sound doctrine is an act of love
• What modesty truly means (hint: it’s about the posture of your heart, not just your clothing)
• The seductive influence of the Artemis cult in Ephesus — and its eerie parallels with modern-day feminine “spirituality”
• Why “good works” don’t earn you salvation but reveal who you're walking with
• What Biblical leadership really looks like — even if you're never on a stage
• How sincere women are the backbone of the church — not just the ones with microphones
• Why intercession matters and how to stand in the gap through prayer
• A redemptive reframing of passages often used to silence or shame women

*Note* I misspoke at one point. I referenced 1 Timothy 3:13 when I meant to reference 1 Timothy 3:15.

The Illuminated Connection Call is a free conversation where we talk heart to heart—no pressure, no agenda. I’d love to hear what’s on your heart, where you are in your life and spiritual journey, and what you’re sensing God may be stirring in you. Whether you’re just beginning to question the New Age path, exploring Biblical truth, are already living a God-led life, or simply feeling lost and unsure—this space is for you. Schedule through this link.

Have you ever joined a sisterhood, mentorship, or spiritual empowerment group that promised deep connection—but over time, you started feeling more lost, more muted, and more disconnected from your real life?

In this episode of The Illuminated Woman, I’m sharing a vulnerable look at how so many modern feminine empowerment circles masquerade as community but lead women into spiritual isolation and identity erosion. Rooted in Proverbs 18:1, I explore how these programs lure us in with language like “safe space,” “authenticity,” and “alignment,” yet often result in silence, sameness, and separation from truth.

I share my personal experience of slowly losing my voice in these circles - adopting the group’s vocabulary, dressing like the other women, even wearing the same symbolic necklace - all while believing I was finding my true self. But once I stepped out, I felt ungrounded, uncertain, and untethered.

This episode is a wake-up call for the woman who has been craving real connection, but looking for it in the wrong places. It’s for the one who knows something feels off, but hasn’t had the words for it—until now.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Why Proverbs 18:1 is a powerful warning about isolation disguised as empowerment
• How many women unknowingly give away their voice inside so-called sisterhood circles
• The Stepford Wives effect: why everyone starts sounding, dressing, and thinking the same
• Why these groups lead to spiritual and relational isolation—even from family and friends
• What Biblical sisterhood actually looks like, and how it sharpens instead of silences
• My personal story of how I felt shaky and lost after leaving these groups
• A prayer and reflection for reclaiming your God-given voice and community
• Some journal questions to help you if you've been in - or are still in - these spaces

If this episode speaks to your journey—especially if you're recovering from false sisterhoods, New Age spaces, or performance-based spirituality—you're not alone. You're not too far gone. And you can rebuild, voice by voice, step by step, in the truth of God's Word.

The Illuminated Connection Call is a free conversation where we talk heart to heart—no pressure, no agenda. I’d love to hear what’s on your heart, where you are in your life and spiritual journey, and what you’re sensing God may be stirring in you. Whether you’re just beginning to question the New Age path, exploring Biblical truth, are already living a God-led life, or simply feeling lost and unsure—this space is for you. Schedule through this link.