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In this final episode of our three-part series The Real Thing, we talk about something we often resist—God’s holy disruptions. Using the story of Zacchaeus, we explore how Jesus didn’t just stop by for a visit, but invited him into something lasting. The word used is meno—to abide—and it changes everything. This wasn’t about tweaking a few behaviors; it was an invitation to step out of hiding and into real relationship.

This was a difficult conversation to have. We share honestly about the struggle of letting go of control and embracing God’s interruptions, including a tender story about a dog named Sevy. From the bleeding woman to Saul’s blinding light, we reflect on how Jesus often disrupts before He restores. With breath prayers and practical tools, we invite you to consider where He might be gently disrupting your own “almost” life. If you're craving support in that process, join our private online community at revelationwithin.org.

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In Part 2 of our three-part series The Real Thing, we talk about the "almosts"—those things we turn to for comfort that feel close to peace but never quite satisfy. Whether it’s late-night snacks, comparison, or performance, we’ve both reached for substitutes that ultimately leave us thirsty. Drawing from Jeremiah 2:13 and Isaiah 44, we unpack the imagery of broken cisterns and burned-out ashes, asking: Why do we keep trying to feed on what no longer gives life?

This conversation isn’t just about recognizing what’s not working—it’s about learning to receive what is. We share stories from our own lives and invite you into a reflective process using breath prayers and simple journaling prompts. What are the places in your life that feel like “almosts”? What would it look like to trade those in for the living water Jesus offers? Join us on this honest journey towards something real—because you weren’t made to settle for almost.

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In this first episode of our new series, The Real Thing, we confront a subtle but powerful lie many of us have believed: that following Jesus means managing our lives better. From color-coded binders to constant striving, we’ve both fallen into the trap of believing that more control equals more freedom. But Jesus didn’t come to help us manage our sin—He came to give us life to the full. That doesn’t mean a perfect life, but a deep, soul-satisfying connection with Him that begins now.

We share personal stories of how “management mode” drained us—Heidi in her struggles with fear-driven weight control, and Christina in the midst of her mom’s Alzheimer's journey, where surrender brought surprising peace. We’re learning that true freedom comes not through tighter grip, but through trust. We close with simple breath prayers and practical steps to help you move from self-reliance to relationship. You were made for more than managing—you were made for real life with God.

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In this episode, we dive into the question, “What am I truly thirsting for?” We open a new series focused on caring for our bodies as sacred spaces, not problems to fix. Shifting our mindset in this way reshapes how we respond to emotional eating, self-image, and daily struggles. Drawing from Scripture, we reflect on the Hebrew idea of "thirst"—a deep, soul-level longing—and how only God's presence can satisfy that ache. Like the deer in Psalm 42, our hearts chase after true refreshment, yet we often settle for broken substitutes like food, performance, or approval.

Christina shares a recent personal moment of emotional craving, where she realized her deeper need wasn’t food—it was God’s comfort in a hard place. We talk about how God meets us in our dry, weary spaces, just as seasonal rains bring new life to parched hills. We also offer a journaling prompt to help you name your own "dry places" and a breath prayer to connect with God in those moments. This episode is an invitation to see your body as already beloved and to tend to it with grace—because Jesus is present, even in your thirst.

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In this episode, we talk about what it really means to trust the unfolding of life when things don’t go according to plan. We’ve both longed for the blueprint—the full picture—but God often asks us to take just the next step without knowing what’s around the corner. Releasing control is tough, but we’ve learned that peace doesn’t come from having all the answers. Heidi shares how something as inconvenient as a flat tire turned into a sacred moment with her mom—reminding us that what feels like an interruption may actually be part of God’s gentle redirection.

We lean into scriptures like Psalm 37:5 and Proverbs 16:9 and explore how to practice trusting the unfolding through simple breath prayers, journaling, and asking God to help us loosen our grip on control. For us, trusting the unfolding means choosing to believe that God is present and active, even when the path feels uncertain. If you're in a season of waiting, change, or unknowns, we invite you to join us and remember: your life is not random, and the One writing your story is trustworthy.

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Have you ever felt like you're sitting on an emotional trash can, afraid that lifting the lid will make everything spill out? We’ve both been there. In this episode, we talk about how we've tried to hold it all together—telling ourselves to “move on” or “just get over it”—because that’s what we heard from others and from our own inner critic. But we’ve found that real healing doesn’t come from avoidance. It comes when we let God into the mess, one honest moment at a time.

We share personal stories—like digging through old journals and clothes tied to body image struggles—and how counterfeit comforts only gave temporary relief. The real shift started when we stopped numbing the pain and started facing it with God. Psalm 23 reminds us He walks with us through the darkest valleys, not around them. This isn’t about having it all figured out—it’s about trusting the One who holds us even in our weakness. We hope you’ll join us in exploring what it means to find lasting comfort, not in escape, but in Christ.

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In this episode, we get real about the counterfeit comforts we each reach for when life feels too heavy—whether that’s emotional eating, perfectionism, scrolling, or even throwing ourselves into ministry. We open up about how our personal stories shaped these patterns. Heidi shares how growing up with alcoholic parents taught her to cope through control and performance, while Christina talks about how her mom’s trauma from WWII in Germany created a legacy of anxiety and over-functioning in her own life. These habits may look harmless, but they often mask a deeper ache we’re trying to numb.

We also talk about how family history and cultural messages feed these false comforts and how even “good” things—like spiritual routines—can become a way to avoid real connection with God. But there’s hope. Scripture invites us to bring our struggles into the light and let God meet us in the very places we tend to hide. Instead of running from discomfort, we’re learning to pause and invite God in—right in the middle of our mess. Tune in and join us as we unpack the beginning of this healing journey.

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Have you ever wondered where God is in the ordinary moments of your day? We explore that very question in this heart-level conversation about how every moment—yes, even the mundane ones—can become a sacred encounter. Together, we reflect on stories like the woman who touched Jesus' robe and the thief on the cross to reveal how God's presence often meets us not in grand events but in the smallest, most unexpected places. We talk about how every step can be a “thin place,” where heaven brushes earth, and how God can transform even a single second into a life-changing moment.

We also dive into the difference between "Chronos" time—our packed, scheduled lives—and "Kairos" time, those divine appointments where God breaks through. Through gentle practices like breath prayers, sacred space scans, and pausing before reacting, we offer ways to recognize God's presence in your day. This episode is for anyone feeling rushed, scattered, or spiritually distant. You don’t have to wait for perfect circumstances to experience God. Right here, right now—this very moment—you’re already standing on holy ground.

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Ever notice how sacred moments often slip into your day when you least expect them—while folding laundry, stuck at a red light, or trying to fix something that feels out of control? In this conversation, we talk about what it means to say a “sacred yes”—to recognize God’s presence in the now and choose trust over hesitation. These invitations rarely show up when life is neat and quiet. More often, they arrive right in the middle of the noise, asking us to pause, notice, and respond. Through Scripture, honest stories, and practical reflection, we open up about how powerful it can be to say yes, even when we feel unprepared.

We talk about the things that often get in the way of our “yes”—exhaustion, fear, distraction, and the craving for certainty. But when we think of Isaiah’s bold “Here I am” or Mary’s quiet surrender, we're reminded that a sacred yes isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about being willing to notice God’s presence and respond with an open heart, right where we are.

Ready to discover the sacredness of the present moment? Join us for a conversation that will help you recognize and respond to God's invitations in your everyday life – no perfect circumstances required.

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Have you ever thought, “Why can’t I just get over this food thing already?” You’re not alone—I’ve been there too. In this honest conversation, we unpack why making peace with food and your body can feel so frustratingly out of reach. Christina and I share our personal journeys, from restrictive diets in our teens to obsessing over “good” and “bad” foods, and how early experiences shaped the way we view food and ourselves. It’s a layered struggle that many people face, and there’s so much more behind it than just willpower.

We dig into how the brain forms patterns around control and comfort, and how real change starts by addressing our thoughts, not just our behaviors. With insights from both neuroscience and Scripture—like Jesus’ reminder to “clean the inside of the cup first”—we explore what healing can truly look like. You’re not broken or weak; there’s a path forward grounded in gratitude, truth, and community. No matter how long you’ve wrestled with this, there is real hope for freedom and peace—with food, with your body, and with yourself.

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Can we truly make peace with food and our bodies? After years of diet culture, food rules, and body shame, the question feels almost too hopeful to ask. But the answer is a resounding yes—and it's what God wants for us.

In this final episode of our three-part series "The Truth About Peaceful Eating: What No One Told Us," we unpack a revolutionary truth: peace doesn't wait for you at the end of a perfect journey; peace meets you on the way. While the world tells us to try harder and fix ourselves, the gospel offers something radically different—you're already loved, already enough, already free.

Ready to experience this freedom? Join our new class "Transforming Grace: Discovering Peaceful Eating" starting this June, where we'll walk this journey together with practical tools, teaching, and community support.

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Mind renewal isn't just a spiritual catchphrase—it's the transformative key to peaceful eating that's been missing from our conversations about food and body. In part two of our special series "The Truth About Peaceful Eating: What No One Told Us," we dive deep into how our thoughts shape our relationship with food more profoundly than any diet plan ever could.

For years, many of us have exhausted ourselves trying to change our behavior around food through increasingly complex rules and restrictions. We've blamed ourselves for lacking willpower when these approaches inevitably fail. But what if the problem was never our discipline or determination? What if we've been believing the wrong story all along?

Be sure to join us for this important conversation and discover why mind renewal might be the missing piece you've been searching for all along.

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What if all your struggles with food aren't actually about food at all? This eye-opening conversation launches a powerful three-part series called "The Truth About Peaceful Eating: What No One Told Us," exploring the complex relationship between faith, food, and freedom.

Hosts Heidi and Christina vulnerably share their decades-long battles with food obsession and body image, revealing how these struggles often mask deeper spiritual hungers. Through personal stories—from classroom candy binges to secret nighttime eating—they illuminate how food becomes a battlefield when we believe we're not enough, that God is disappointed in us, or that we must fix ourselves to be worthy of love. This conversation offers both compassion and hope for anyone trapped in cycles of shame and food obsession.

Ready to discover what you're really hungry for? Join us as we taste and see that the Lord is good in ways food could never satisfy.

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Mind renewal was never meant to be complicated, exhausting, or just another spiritual checklist. Yet many believers have turned this life-giving practice into legalism, self-help, or an overwhelming to-do list, missing its true power. Instead of striving to earn God's favor through mental exercises, we are invited into something far greater—alignment with God's perspective, bringing peace rather than pressure.

True mind renewal refreshes the soul rather than depleting it. It’s about thinking God’s thoughts after Him, allowing His Word and Spirit to transform us. When we stop striving and simply receive the mind of Christ, we experience a gift, not a burden—a daily invitation into God’s presence that brings joy, contentment, and lasting change. Join us for this wonderfully freeing episode!

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Have you ever beaten yourself up after failing, believing harsh self-criticism would lead to positive change? The "Look and Learn" tool is meant for mind renewal, yet many have turned it into another form of self-punishment. Instead of viewing failure through a lens of shame, Scripture invites us to embrace God's grace. Romans 8:1 reminds us there is no condemnation for those in Christ, and Psalm 103:12 assures us that our transgressions are removed as far as the east is from the west. God isn't standing at a distance in disappointment—He draws near with compassion and restoration.

When practiced as intended, Look and Learn becomes grace in motion, strengthening intimacy with God rather than pushing Him away. It shifts our perspective from self-rejection to redemption, helping us replace lies with life-giving truth. Every failure becomes a seed for growth, ensuring nothing is wasted in God's economy. Instead of running to condemnation, run to grace. Ask what God wants to reveal, and let this powerful tool guide you into freedom, intimacy, and transformation. Ready to change how you handle failure? Listen now and discover the true meaning of Look and Learn.

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When life feels anything but good, can we truly trust God's faithfulness? In this episode, we explore that question with honesty, acknowledging the real tension between intellectually knowing God is faithful and emotionally struggling to feel it. Drawing from Psalm 88, we find comfort in knowing that even biblical writers wrestled with doubt. We also share personalized Scripture prayers that affirm God's unchanging character and introduce the powerful "You Were Faithful When" mind renewal tool. This simple practice helps us recall specific moments of God's faithfulness, declaring: "You were faithful then, and You will be faithful now." 

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Have you ever woken up to a day that feels utterly impossible? When insecurity, rejection, and the weight of expectations leave you wanting to pull the covers over your head and hide from the world? You're not alone.

In this deeply personal episode, we dive into the universal struggle with inadequacy and how to find solid ground when everything feels shaky.
Whether you're feeling inadequate, rejected, or overwhelmed by expectations, this episode offers both compassion and practical tools,  including the I Deserve a Donut book and app, by Barb Raveling, to renew your mind. Join us in discovering that impossible days don't have to defeat us—they can become opportunities to experience God's strength in profound new ways.

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 Struggling with negative self-talk? In this episode of Revelation Within On the Go, Heidi and Christina share personal stories and practical strategies for renewing the mind and silencing the inner critic. They explore how harmful thoughts confine us, preventing us from living out our true identity in Christ. By identifying the roots of these negative narratives, listeners will learn how to reframe their thinking and embrace God’s truth for a more empowered and peaceful life. Join us on this transformative journey to reclaim your thoughts and step into greater freedom! 

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Dive deep into an exploration of God's perfect love in our latest episode of Revelation Within On the Go. Join hosts Heidi and Christina, as they engage listeners in a thought-provoking conversation about the true essence of love and how it diverges from the conventional, often fleeting definitions we encounter in everyday life. This episode unfolds with personal stories and scriptures that reveal how God's affection manifests, especially in moments of pain and long-standing trials. 
 
Listeners are invited to reflect upon their own experiences with love, highlighting the idea that God's love is not based purely on emotional highs but is an unwavering constant that can provide strength and reassurance during difficult times.  Remember, God’s love is present even when life feels overwhelmingly difficult. Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review—your feedback inspires us to continue this journey!

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In this episode of the Revelation Within On the Go podcast, Heidi and Christina explore the profound impact of biblical truths, revealing the unbreakable bond we share with God through Jesus’ sacrifice. Reflecting on passages from Ephesians and Romans, they celebrate our secure identity in Christ and the peace granted by the Holy Spirit as a seal of promise. Addressing the deep-seated human fear of separation from God, they challenge misconceptions linked to sin and emotional struggles, such as eating disorders. Through personal stories and biblical insights, they highlight the difference between feelings and Scriptural truths, emphasizing the unshakable nature of God’s love and grace. You are encouraged to renew your mind with God’s promises, create a “God list” to reshape perceptions, and embrace your identity defined by Christ’s love for a transformative relationship with God.  

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In this episode of Revelation Within On the Go Podcast, Heidi and Christina remind listeners that they are not alone in their struggles with food and body image. Shame and isolation often make these challenges feel personal, yet they are incredibly common experiences. Through shared stories and biblical insights, they explore how childhood influences, societal pressures, and misconceptions about God shape our self-perception and relationship with food. By renewing our minds and embracing God’s unchanging love, we can break free from shame and strongholds, finding true freedom and self-acceptance. This episode is a powerful reminder that healing is a journey we walk together, with God’s truth leading the way. 

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Have you ever felt like you're on the outside looking in when it comes to feeling truly loved? Let's journey together through the powerful narrative of Hosea and Gomer to uncover the profound reality of living loved by God. This age-old story reveals how divine love reaches into our lives with grace, even when we feel unworthy. Through vivid imagery, we'll explore how God’s relentless pursuit mirrors Hosea’s unwavering love, offering us hope and redemption that transform our very existence.

You'll discover how anchoring our minds in God's truth can reshape our perspective, even amidst life's toughest trials. Inspired by Psalm 136 and the raw honesty of Lamentations, we dive into the transformative power of scripture. Join us as we explore these themes and grow together in faith, inviting you to find strength and peace through an unwavering trust in God's love.

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Ever felt the pull of social media as a refuge from life's chaos, only to find it leaving you more disconnected? We've been there too. Join us, as we share our personal journeys of navigating the distractions and counterfeit comforts in a world that often feels daunting. We open up about the challenges of living in a Genesis 3 world and uncover how seemingly positive activities can morph into barriers to experiencing God's true comfort. Through candid stories and insights, we explore the vast difference between temporary relief and the lasting solace found in God's promises, as highlighted in 2 Corinthians 1:3-5. From embracing gratitude and overcoming shame, to the powerful practice of "look and learn" in moments of failure, we share tools that can shift your reliance from self to full reliance on the Lord. Tune in and discover how to resist the counterfeit comforts that distance us from our true source of peace.

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 Discover how to reignite your passion for Bible study and move beyond routine spiritual exercises with our latest episode, where we tackle the challenges many believers face when their practices become stale. We share personal stories and introduce a unique tool called "Scripture Word Focus" to guide our listeners in experiencing Scripture not just as words on a page but as a living encounter with God's peace and joy. We invite you on a spiritual journey of mind renewal through scripture meditation that points to truth that brings transformation. Let this episode be a starting place for breaking free from strongholds and reconnecting with the life-changing message of Jesus.

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 Does hiding chocolate under couch cushions hint at deeper struggles? In the Revelation Within On the Go Podcast, we candidly explore the secretive eating habits many of us face but rarely discuss. Through personal stories and sincere insights, we unpack the emotional triggers behind these behaviors, challenge misconceptions about a judgmental God, and reveal how embracing His compassion fosters healing and intimacy. Offering practical strategies—like nurturing evening routines and inviting God into our relationship with food—we aim to replace shame with truth, accountability, and community. Join our warm, honest conversations and find support as you navigate your journey toward freedom and renewal. 

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