Her Identity Project: God-Given Worth and Confidence for Overwhelmed Moms
Hey Mama! Welcome to Her Identity Project, your Christian women’s podcast and safe space for Jesus-loving moms to rediscover their God-given worth, confidence, and purpose—*beyond* the labels of motherhood.
You're in the right place if you're a busy mom in your 30s or 40s—juggling the messy-middle years of motherhood—and ready to ditch self-doubt and discover all the reasons you're worthy of self-care, feeling beautiful and KNOWING that you are fully deserving of God's perfect plan for your life (AKA your greatest hopes and dreams ✨).
We’ll get real about battling ‘not enough’ lies—and replace them with God’s truth.
My mission is to help you claim Ephesians 2:10 for yourself: recognizing that your true identity comes from *HIM*—as a child of God and His masterpiece 🎨. You don’t need to be perfect or have it all together to know you are loved—or to fully love yourself!
Together, we’ll connect the dots between your inner and outer beauty 💖, so you can show up with confidence and purpose in every area of your life.
We’ll share:
✝️Real-life testimonies of the transforming love of Christ
🔥Powerful scripture insights
🌱Expert advice on mindset, wellness, and inner healing
💄 And yes—practical self-care, like skincare and makeup tips perfect for busy moms!
My goal? To empower you to live out your faith with intention, confidence, and beauty. Join me on this journey, and let’s uncover our authentic, radiant selves—together!
**New episodes drop every Thursday! **
Her Identity Project: God-Given Worth and Confidence for Overwhelmed Moms
How to Embrace Faith and Heal After Trauma with Stephanie Nicely
Ashley's best friend since seventh grade, shares her powerful testimony of overcoming pain and adversity through unwavering faith in Jesus.
Stephanie narrates her journey from the depths of personal turmoil, including her unexpected divorce, to a spiritual transformation marked by profound epiphanies and genuine change.
The episode delves into themes of forgiveness, humility, anxiety struggles, and the importance of embracing Jesus for true joy and freedom. Through candid conversations, Ashley and Stephanie inspire listeners to surrender control, trust God's plan, and find strength in faith. Stephanie’s courage to process her trauma and her exciting anticipation for the future resonate deeply, offering hope and encouragement to all.
This episode is for anyone walking through the wreckage of betrayal, divorce, or life’s unexpected storms—especially those who’ve felt faith falter but long for a comeback. It’s for the weary, the seekers, and the ones ready to trade survival mode for thrival mode with God.
Key Takeaways:
- From Broken to Bold: Stephanie’s divorce became her divine reset—proof that rock bottom can be the foundation for a faith that won’t quit.
- Salvation ≠ Perfection: Real transformation isn’t about being flawless; it’s fighting your battles with Scripture in one hand and grit in the other.
- Surrender Wins: Financial fears, triggers, and shame lost their grip when she traded control for God’s promises.
- Healing is Holy Work: Naming pain (not numbing it) and praying for enemies became her unexpected path to freedom.
- Purpose Over Plans: Her story screams: Your mess isn’t the end—it’s material for a miracle.
If God could rewrite Stephanie’s story, He’s writing yours too.
00:37 Introducing Stephanie's Testimony
01:35 Stephanie's Journey Through Pain
03:09 Finding Faith and Overcoming Challenges
06:12 Stephanie's Transformation and Baptism
09:29 Living Authentically and Embracing Faith
16:31 The Power of Surrender and Trust in God
27:56 Daily Practices and Spiritual Growth
39:48 The Power of Surrender
41:05 God's Unending Forgiveness
41:57 Struggles and Testimonies
45:37 Anxiety and Faith
59:43 Healing Through Faith
01:08:49 Purpose and Passion in Faith
01:14:27 Closing Thoughts and Prayer
Connect with Stephanie on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.mccullough.79
Special Announcement: SAVE THE DATE 💄 *FREE* Faith & Makeup Workshop
Title: Designed to Glow
Date: April 29
What’s Included:
Faith-based luxe skincare routine (why clean beauty matters) & 10-minute "mom glow" makeup demo.
If you have lost your identity in motherhood, are clueless about makeup or skincare or sick of wasting time and money on the wrong products, you don't want to miss this! REGISTER NOW
How to Join: email the word GLOW to hello@ashleyiduda.com or DM "GLOW" to https://www.facebook.com/ash.walker.338/ or IG (ashleyiduda
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