Salt and Light Podcast
The 'Salt + Light' Podcast, welcomes you into meaningful conversations to empower, encourage, and share THE truth. Here, we dive into real conversations about faith + navigating your walk with Christ with confidence and conviction and everything in between. Hosted by Alexa Deffes— wife, first time mom, creative, lifestyle coach, worship leader, and your friend + sister in Christ. Together we'll get into the REAL life lessons of the Holy Spirit and navigating your own walk with Christ. Come as you are, but be prepared to leave changed— more like Jesus is the goal. So sit back, listen up & remember: You are salt + light, go change the world!
Episodes
25 episodes
Born Of The Spirit, Not The Flesh
In this episode, we’re diving deep into what it truly means to be born of the Spirit rather than living by the desires of the flesh. So many of us struggle with the tension between our earthly nature and the call to live by the Spirit, but Jesu...
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Episode 24
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56:03
Good Thing Gone Wrong / Idolatry
Not all idols are golden statues—sometimes, they’re the good things we’ve placed above God. In this episode, we dive deep into how even blessings—like relationships, careers, ministry, or dreams—can become idols when they take the throne of our...
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Episode 23
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46:51
Shaken, Not Settled
Celebrating 2 YEARS of SALT + LIGHT PODCAST! TYJ!Something that's settled is easy to ignore—until something triggers it and it's shaken it to the surface. I came to realize I had allowed some things to settle at the bottom of my heart, t...
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Episode 22
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43:31
It's All Fun And Games... Till It's Not. A Discussion On Witchcraft + Deception
Have you ever wondered if practices like horoscopes, zodiac signs or even the Enneagram are harmless fun or something more dangerous? In this episode of Salt + Light, we uncover the truth about New Age practices and their spiritual imp...
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Episode 21
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48:22
Not Meant To Bleed Forever
God uses seasons of waiting, difficult circumstances, and even the people around us to grow our faith and bring about transformation. Sometimes, the breakthrough we're so desperate for comes not in the way we expect, but always in a way that gl...
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Episode 20
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47:06
It's Giving Self-Righteous
Are you walking in true righteousness or settling for self-righteousness? In this episode of Salt + Light, we dig into the difference between striving for holiness on your own terms versus resting in the righteousness that only comes f...
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Episode 19
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38:27
Fueling Your Body And Spirit
In this episode of Salt + Light, we’re diving into the essential connection between fueling your body and spirit, and why both are key to living a full and energized life. I’ll share three practical tips to elevate your health, grounde...
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Episode 18
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41:02
Biblical Boundaries
Boundaries may be a buzzword of this generation, but in this episode; we dive into the important topic of 'biblical boundaries': what they are, how to set them in a way that honors God and protects our hearts. Jesus was the OG of boundaries and...
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Episode 17
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1:10:44
Fix Your Posture
In this episode, we dive into what it means to fix the posture of your heart by being real, raw, and honest with God. Too often, we hide behind a facade, thinking we need to be perfect. But true transformation happens when we bring our authenti...
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Episode 16
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47:05
A Testament of God's Faithfulness / Micah 7:7
In this powerful episode, Alexa dives into a personal reflection that reveals God's faithfulness in her life and the significance of Micah 7:7, a verse that has been etched on her heart since she was just a child. Connecting the dots and witnes...
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Episode 15
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24:50
Triumph Over Your Temptations
In this Spirit led episode, Alexa takes us on a journey through Matthew 4, where Jesus triumphs over temptation in the wilderness. This episode is uniquely guided by the Holy Spirit, with multiple confirmations leading to its creation. As we ex...
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Episode 14
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47:48
Contend + Defend
This is no feel good episode, but it's definitely relatable. Join us as we take a deep dive into The book of Jude discussing all it's hidden truths. It's as important as ever to stand firm in our faith, even in times when we want to shrink back...
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Episode 13
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1:10:07
Yo Quit Justifying!
Yeah... It's that serious. If you ride with Jesus the way you say you do....when you say "Yes" to Jesus, you say "No" to you. On this episode, Alexa talks about something no-one wants to hear-justifying sin, what God says about it, and why it m...
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Episode 12
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38:13
The Story Of Micah Joseph
Alexa shares the story of Micah Joseph, the meaning of his name and the many ways The Lord showed up for them in times of fear and questioning God's promise instilled into her heart during her pregnancy. Although things didn't unfold the way sh...
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Episode 11
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38:39
Building Faith Through The Fire
In this episode, Alexa empowers you to live with confidence and hope despite what circumstances surround you. We are called to be salt and light. When trials come your way, you can keep moving forward and choose to praise anyway. When storms co...
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Episode 10
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41:23
Walking In Obedience / Friends + Sisters / Julianna Donnelly
Despite audio complications, Alexa is so happy to be talking with her friend — and someone who is truly willing to walk in obedience — Julianna Donnelly! The two friends chat about everything from when Julianna first accepted Christ, how ...
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Episode 9
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46:38
Finding Rest In The Waiting
If you're reading this, God has a great purpose and plan for your life. Join Alexa as she shares her news of expecting, the struggle of overlooking the waiting season of "being" and always only focusing on the mountain top of "doing".&nbs...
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Episode 8
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33:30
Nobody Likes Lukewarm Coffee
You can't change the world if you're being consumed by the darkness surrounding you, to scared to speak up for fear of being judged or challenged. You can't be a light in the dark, if you're only being consumed by the very darkness you're tryin...
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Episode 7
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33:51
Navigating Through All Of Life's Seasons / Friends + Sisters / Austen Greer
Join Alexa and her best friend, Austen Greer, as they hangout and discuss all the things! In this episode, Alexa and Austen touch on Christian friendships, singleness, dating/marriage, rejection, and navigating a move to a new place and finding...
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Episode 6
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55:55
Asbury Revival / Friends + Sisters/ Carla Diggs
Alexa and her mentor, Carla Diggs share about their 11+ hour impromptu road trip to Kentucky to visit Asbury University when the Revival was taking place. Join them as they discuss WHAT revival is, WHY it's necessary, HOW it starts. They also s...
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Episode 5
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1:13:17
The Power Of Taming Your Tongue
Did you know that your tongue holds the power of life and death? What about that your tongue speaks directly from what's inside the heart? Join us as Alexa speaks out against modernizing/downplaying our words, how what you speak could be playin...
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Episode 4
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42:00
My Mess For His Message
Alexa flips the script and sits down to share what God has done in her life, and it all started with attending New Beginnings Church days after loosing her mother. Alexa reminds us that God can use anything, even tragedy, and turn it for His go...
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Episode 3
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31:04
How Impactful Community Is On Your Walk With God / Friends + Sisters / Lexy Landry
Alexa and one of her close friends, Lexy Landry, open up about the moment Lexy came to Christ, how community can impact you walk, and coming to know and share the love of God. Lexy shines a light on how she reclaimed her life from lost and talk...
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Episode 2
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26:34