Lie #56: There Is Lack in The Kingdom with Kara Osborne
If you’ve ever been caught in the trap of comparison, this episode is for you. In Lie #56, I’m discussing the lie that there is lack in the kingdom with a dear friend of mine and the mastermind behind Wellness Witness (https://www.wellnesswitness.com/) , Kara Osborne. This lie is the breeding ground for comparison and jealousy and when we believe it, we lose sight of God’s promises to us. Today...
28m Jan 13, 2021
28m
Truth Talk: Commons Myths Debunked - Human Trafficking with Rebecca Bender
January is Human Trafficking Awareness month, so in this episode, I’m welcoming back author, survivor, and award-winning, nationally recognized expert on the subject Rebecca Bender to debunk three common myths about human trafficking – that most trafficked children are kidnapped and kept as prisoners, that trafficking requires a sex act, and that women are choosing to sell their bodies and stay...
37m Jan 11, 2021
37m
Lie #55: I'll Never Be Good Enough
Lie #55 is personal for me as I share about a disappointment in 2020 that left me believing that I’ll never be good enough. Believe me, I know it’s frustrating when you’re pursuing something you know God has called you to, only to be continually met with roadblocks. The good news for us is that God sees the full picture, so we don’t need to be swayed by the opinions of others. We can trust that...
21m Jan 06, 2021
21m
Truth Talk: How Your Thoughts Affect Your Health
Starting a new year gives us a sense of momentum. We find ourselves motived to set new goals for our physical, mental, and spiritual health, but what we can easily neglect is examining how our thoughts are tripping us up. So often we want to fix our external environment without thinking about the internal environment. In this episode, I’m diving into the truth about what the Bible says about ho...
20m Jan 04, 2021
20m
Lie #54: Who You Once Were Is Who You Will Always Be
Lie #54 is the last episode in the 4-week series based on my free Know Your Worth Study (https://www.jessicahottle.com/know-your-worth-study/) and today I’m breaking down the lie that who you once were is who you will always be by sharing my personal story.  My childhood was filled with poverty, abuse, and lies and I spent most of my life compensating with men, popularity, and hustle. Through t...
28m Dec 30, 2020
28m
Truth Talk: A Better Way to Pray
This is the last Truth Talk in our 4-part series based on my free Know Your Worth Study (https://www.jessicahottle.com/know-your-worth-study/) . For the past three weeks, I've been discussing why it's critical to read the Bible as well as some tips to help you better understand what it says. This week, I’m talking about prayer - what it is and isn’t, different types of prayer, and some scriptur...
15m Dec 28, 2020
15m
Lie #53: I Don't Feel Good Enough for God
This is week 3 in my 4-week series based on my free Know Your Worth Study (https://www.jessicahottle.com/know-your-worth-study/) and I’m addressing the lie that we’re not good enough for God. There is a common war I see in many of us - the war between who you are in Christ and who you think you should be. To help unravel this lie, I’m discussing the topics of repentance, restoration, redemption...
18m Dec 23, 2020
18m
Truth Talk: Studying the Bible - Part 3: Digger Deeper + Study the Details
This Truth Talk is the third in our 4-part series based on my free Know Your Worth Study (https://www.jessicahottle.com/know-your-worth-study/) . For the past two weeks, we’ve been discussing how we can get the most out of reading the Bible. Studying the details helps the big picture come to life. You begin to understand who the author is writing to and the audience it is for. I admit this can ...
16m Dec 21, 2020
16m
Lie #52: God is Disappointed in Me
In this episode, I’m breaking down the second lie in a 4-week series based on my free Know Your Worth Study (https://www.jessicahottle.com/know-your-worth-study/) by taking a more in-depth look as to what happened after the cross. Mistakes lead us to believe that God is disappointed in us. As if every time we get it wrong, He pulls farther away. That's a lie. Our sin cannot separate us from Him...
15m Dec 16, 2020
15m
Truth Talk: Studying the Bible - Part 2: Types of Writing
This Truth Talk is the second in our 4-part series based on my free Know Your Worth Study (https://www.jessicahottle.com/know-your-worth-study/) . Today I’m focusing on the types of writing, the themes, and the metanarrative in the Bible. As believers, “metanarrative” means the big story - the overarching story behind the smaller stories found in scripture. God is the main character of the stor...
13m Dec 14, 2020
13m
Lie #51: God Doesn't Love Me
In part two of the series based on my free Know Your Worth Study (https://www.jessicahottle.com/know-your-worth-study/) we’re debunking the lie “God doesn’t love me.” Love can be relative to every person based on their life story. So many times we let what we think of love to be defined by our experiences instead of the unfailing, unconditional love of Christ. Our biggest problem isn't the mist...
17m Dec 09, 2020
17m
Truth Talk: Studying the Bible - Part 1: Evaluation + Study Steps
Today’s Truth Talk is the first in our 4-part series based on my free Know Your Worth Study (https://www.jessicahottle.com/know-your-worth-study/) . Nothing will or can replace reading the Bible for yourself, but it’s common to feel confused or overwhelmed when approaching such a complicated book. Before we dig into the Word of God, it’s important to honestly evaluate where we are and what we t...
15m Dec 07, 2020
15m
Lie #50: God Doesn't Care About Me
In this episode we’re taking a look at the first lie in a 4-week series based on my free Know Your Worth Study (https://www.jessicahottle.com/know-your-worth-study/) – God doesn’t care about me. I personally believed this lie for years, but God has been clear about His feelings for us from the very beginning when He thoughtfully crafted us with love and supplied us with everything we need. Ful...
20m Dec 02, 2020
20m
Truth Talk: Are You Feeling Stuck?
I have one question for you today - are you feeling stuck emotionally, physically, or spiritually? Over the next month, I’ll be doing a deep dive into the heart of what we’re feeling with my new, free 4-week Know Your Worth study (https://www.jessicahottle.com/know-your-worth-study/) . Together we’ll address lies about what God thinks about us and get back to the basics of how to study the Bibl...
7m Nov 30, 2020
7m
Lie #49: I Don’t Matter with Kerrah Fabacher
In Lie #49 I’m talking with Licensed Professional Counselor Kerrah Fabacher about a lie we may not even realize we’re believing - I don’t matter. Sometimes this lie creeps into our subconscious subtly through things like comparing ourselves to others on social media; sometimes it comes from people around us not responding the way we would like them to or the trauma they’ve inflicted upon us. It...
30m Nov 25, 2020
30m
Truth Talk: Am I OK? Are you OK? Are we going to be OK? with Clare Smith
If you feel disconnected and distracted in your relationship with God, today’s Truth Talk is for you as my friend and certified fitness instructor Clare Smith and I share how we’ve been navigating this disorienting season. We also have some questions for you, the listener, that we hope will help you identify where you truly are physically, mentally, and spiritually. God’s timing is never accide...
41m Nov 23, 2020
41m
Lie #48: I Need To Prove My Point
I might be stepping on a few toes as I discuss a lie that is prevalent in society today - I need to prove my point. Spend a few minutes on social media or in a comments section and you’ll see that we’ve come to a place where thoughtful discussions have turned into hateful arguments and disagreements have morphed into disconnection instead of understanding. The truth is that there will always be...
17m Nov 18, 2020
17m
Truth Talk: Is God in the Bad?
This Truth Talk was inspired by the story of Aaron’s rod turning into a serpent in Exodus 7 where we see God working in the middle of a bad situation. In this episode I discuss five things that jumped out to me from this passage that we can apply to our lives when we seem to be facing the impossible. Remember, God is in the bad, but he doesn’t cause it. He’s bigger than anything we’re up agains...
13m Nov 16, 2020
13m
Lie #47: The Bible Is Outdated and Irrelevant with Hanna Seymour
In this episode I’m talking with author and podcaster Hanna Seymour about the lie that the Bible is outdated and irrelevant. I chose to speak with Hanna about this particular lie because she’s a pastor’s daughter who grew up in a home with a strong Biblical foundation. Because of this, her mission has become to help other women build their Biblical foundations to become the person God has creat...
28m Nov 11, 2020
28m
Truth Talk: 3 Ways To Know Your Worth in Christ
When I wrote my book Know Your Worth (https://www.jessicahottle.com/books/) , it was from a place of personal brokenness. In today’s truth talk, I’m breaking down 3 ways to know your worth in Christ. 1. Know what’s stealing your identity. 2. Who do you personally believe God is? 3. Identity is knowing who God truly is. Full show notes for today can be found at https://www.jessicahottle.com/...
10m Nov 09, 2020
10m
Lie #46: I Am A Bad Parent and I Am Not Productive with Somer Phoebus
In this episode I’m tackling two different lies with business coach and mother, Somer Phoebus - I am a bad parent and I’m not productive. Somer gives tips on how to better parent your children as individuals, merging parenting styles, and maintaining a thriving marriage. She also shares about how being productive looks different for everyone and breaks down some common lies around productivity....
43m Nov 04, 2020
43m
Truth Talk: 3 Lies Keeping You From Being Healthy
Over the years I’ve coached hundreds of women and I’ve found there are three common lies that keep us from being healthy: 1. An all or nothing mentality 2. I’ve tried it all, so what’s the point? 3. If I accept where I am, I’ll be okay Full show notes for today can be found at https://www.jessicahottle.com/podcast! Don’t forget to check out Jessica’s Spirit Soul Body coaching group (https://...
16m Nov 02, 2020
16m
Lie #45: You Are Not Experienced Enough with Jessica Freeman
In Lie #45 I’m talking with my friend and award-winning graphic and web designer Jessica Freeman about the lie that we don’t have enough experience to do what God is calling us to do.  When God calls us to act, we never feel qualified to undertake what’s ahead of us. But the good news is that you’re not responsible for the outcome, only for for saying yes and starting where you are. You can tr...
31m Oct 28, 2020
31m
Truth Talk: Stigma On Body Types
On this episode I’m talking about eliminating the stigma of different body types. These stigmas aid in how we misplace our worth because of the narratives about what’s “normal” and acceptable. I’m not here to normalize anything or tell you to accept something – the truth is that we can honor our bodies and steward them well.  Take some time today and ask what God is calling you to do and consi...
15m Oct 26, 2020
15m
Lie #44: I Am Broken with Monica Packer
I’m excited to share this talk with you that I had with growth coach and podcaster Monica Packer about the lie of I am broken. Monica is all about progress (https://aboutprogress.com/) and is passionate about helping people move from what feels broken to walking in their true identity.  In this chat, she addresses our humanity. We cannot live up to a standard of perfection, but we also don’t l...
28m Oct 21, 2020
28m
Truth Talk: Fast-Food Christianity
Today’s Truth Talk is based on a sermon I heard about "fast-food Christianity". You pull up in the drive-thru and order what you want, then you wait. And when you don’t get what you order or they leave something out, it’s frustrating. But that’s how we treat Christianity. When we pray, wait and things don’t work out the way we think they should, we begin to question who God is.  Take a moment ...
19m Oct 19, 2020
19m
Lie #43: Children Are Really Expensive with Rebekah Hargraves
In this episode I’m exposing the lie that children are really expensive with author of the book Lies Moms Believe: And How the Gospel Refutes Them (https://www.amazon.com/Lies-Moms-Believe-Gospel-Refutes-ebook/dp/B076CNMZNH) , Rebekah Hardgraves. In the book, Rebekah discusses 32 common lies that moms believe and while we don’t get to all of them in this chat, she does break down the lies that ...
30m Oct 14, 2020
30m
Truth Talk: The Fight Against Human Trafficking - Part 3 with Rebecca Bender, A Survivor
In part 3 of my Fight Against Human Trafficking series I’m talking with Rebecca Bender, an author, survivor and award-winning, nationally recognized expert on human trafficking. Rebecca graciously shares about the six years she spent in modern-day slavery and helps us understand the cult psychology behind the manipulation of human traffickers. She also tells us the un-cinematic truth how traf...
39m Oct 12, 2020
39m
Lie #42: It Is My Fault with Jill Monaco
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.  I want to warn you before you listen that this might be triggering for some of you as my guest, personal coach and author Jill Monaco, shares candidly about ...
32m Oct 07, 2020
32m
Truth Talk: Living A Life Of Purpose with Brittany Goff
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live. In this episode Jessica is talking with Brittany Goff, host of the Wheatful Woman Podcast (https://wheatandhoneyco.com/pages/podcast) and owner of Wheat and H...
28m Oct 05, 2020
28m
Lie #41: I Must Strive for the Perfect Body with Clara Norfleet
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.  Have you ever stood in the checkout line and noticed the magazines promoting a quick way to achieve “the perfect body”? In this episode I’m talking with Regi...
26m Sep 30, 2020
26m
Truth Talk: No Season Is Wasted
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live. We've all been through seasons in life that we felt would never end. Seasons that feel overwhelming and you find yourself asking God why He'd allow it. The tr...
13m Sep 28, 2020
13m
Lie #40: You Need To Do It All with Tabitha Panariso
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live. On Lie #40 Jessica talks with writer Tabitha Panariso about hustle culture verses personal capacity and the lie that we need to do it all. Tabitha shares abou...
31m Sep 23, 2020
31m
Truth Talk: Tips to Sticking to A Workout Plan
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.   In this Truth Talk Jessica is offering 7 tips on how to stick to a workout plan that will help you combine faith and fitness. Start today by praying, “Lord...
18m Sep 21, 2020
18m
Lie #39: Everything You Hear Must Be True with Brittany Rust
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live. In this episode I’m talking with author and podcast host Brittany Rust about a lie you’ve probably already learned about the hard way – everything you hear mu...
31m Sep 16, 2020
31m
Truth Talk: The Fight Against Human Trafficking - Part 2 with Nadia, Outreach Director
In today's Truth Talk, Jessica speaks with Nadia, the Director of Outreach at the Miami HUB of 611 Network (https://611network.org/) . Together Nadia and her team lead the fight against trafficking in South Florida and bring awareness, training, and rescue and restore services to survivors in and around Miami. In part one of this series, I spoke with Anthony about where to start if you feel Go...
41m Sep 14, 2020
41m
Lie #38: Friendship Should Be Easy with Danielle Jackson
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.  In this episode I’m addressing a lie that no one seems to be talking about - that friendships should be easy. My guest friendship coach Danielle Jackson tal...
30m Sep 09, 2020
30m
Truth Talk: The Fight Against Human Trafficking – Part 1 with Anthony, Founder Of 611 Network
Today’s Truth Talk is the first in a series that focuses on the fight against human trafficking. In part one, Jessica talks with Anthony, the Founder and President of 611 Network (https://611network.org/) - an organization whose mission is to build an international community of individuals and organizations committed to the spiritual and physical freedom and restoration of real people enslaved ...
29m Sep 07, 2020
29m
Lie #37: I Don’t Know How To Start with Tanner Hobbs
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.    This week Jessica is talking with Tanner Hobbs about a lie you might not even realize is a lie - "I don't know where to start." She offers practical advic...
36m Sep 02, 2020
36m
Truth Talk: Dealing with Disappointment
In today’s Truth Talk Jessica is sharing about how we can use our disappointments to empower us. Start by asking yourself 3 questions – Am I disappointed in myself or the situation? Why am I disappointed? And what does it mean about me and the situation? Jessica also gives us 5 more questions to consider that will help shift our perspective on disappointments from setbacks to growth opportunit...
17m Aug 31, 2020
17m
Lie #36: There Is No Value In Comparison with Amber Cullum
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.  This week addresses the lie that there is no value in comparison. Jessica's interview with Amber Cullum will get you thinking about how often we do compare a...
30m Aug 26, 2020
30m
Truth Talk: The Self-Love Lie
Today Jessica is re-defining self-love. Despite the popular belief often promoted in the body confidence movement, self-love doesn’t equal fulfillment. We can’t truly understand love without first understanding God’s love for us. When we wrestle with kindness toward ourselves, it can reveal to us how we wrestle with God’s love toward us.    It’s our relationship with Him that creates true sel...
12m Aug 24, 2020
12m
Lie #35: This Is Just Who I Am with Chelsey DeMatteis
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.  Join Jessica as she interviews Chelsey DeMatteis regarding the lie that this is just who I am. In today’s lie, Jessica and Chelsey dive into this idea that G...
42m Aug 19, 2020
42m
Lie #34: Find Someone Who Completes You with Rachel Awtrey
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.  This week Jessica interviews Rachel Awtrey regarding the lie about finding someone to complete you. Jessica loves Rachel’s heart for women as she shares her ...
33m Aug 12, 2020
33m
Truth Talk: A Word For Today
Jessica has a word for today. Something that God has been showing her with what is happening in our world. Jessica shares how we are called to love but everyone will receive love differently. We love differently but with the same love. Also, if you love the Hunger Games (or even if you don't), Jessica shares a powerful truth and revelation to what we are experiencing in regards to a very speci...
14m Aug 10, 2020
14m
Lie #33: People Are Transactional with Blake Guichet
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.  This week’s special guest is with Blake Guichet. But, you may know her as the Girl Named Blake on social media. She stands for dismantling the hustle culture...
40m Aug 05, 2020
40m
Truth Talk: Understanding Emotional Stability
Today Jessica dives a little deeper into the topic of emotional stability that she mentioned in Lie #31: I Can't Control How I Feel (https://www.jessicahottle.com/lie-31-i-cant-control-what-i-feel/) . She gives examples of the world's way and God's way. How each side handles emotions differently. Be prepared as Jessica encourages your heart that you are not limited by your past or your feelin...
21m Aug 03, 2020
21m
Lie #32: I'm Not Ready with Tamra Andress
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.  Have you ever felt like you weren’t ready to do what God has asked you to do? Have you felt as though you don’t know enough and you need to know more before ...
35m Jul 29, 2020
35m
Truth Talk: Embracing The Tension Between A Truth And A Lie
Today's Truth Talk with Jessica is all about understanding why it can feel so hard to begin to renew your mind. Have you ever asked yourself, "Why does it feel so hard to change?" If you have, then this podcast episode is for you. Learn to embrace the tension between a lie and a truth. Grab your Body Prayer Printable today at http://www.jessicahottle.com/freebies! Thank you to Raven for lea...
19m Jul 27, 2020
19m
Lie #31: I Can't Control What I Feel
Every week Jessica addresses a lie that you may be believing. With every lie, she unpacks it and brings truth to it that you can apply to your life today. Jessica is passionate about changing the way you think to change the way you live.  This week addresses a really important lie, I can't control what I feel. Jessica does a deep dive into what it means to feel but also goes beyond feeling and...
33m Jul 22, 2020
33m