What does it mean to be rebelliously obedient to God? How do we fully trust His voice, even when it doesn’t align with the world’s expectations?

In this powerful episode of The Woman of Faith Podcast, I sit down with Karina F. Daves—relationship coach, podcaster, social media influencer, wife, mother, and faith-driven entrepreneur—to talk about what it truly means to lean on God in every aspect of life. Karina opens up about her personal journey of trusting how God speaks to her, how she’s learned to surrender control, and why obedience often looks different from what we expect.

We also dive into:
🔥 Health & Wellness: Honoring God by taking care of your mind, body, and spirit
🔥 Authenticity Over Algorithms: How Karina shifted her online presence when God told her to stop chasing trends
🔥 The Power of Fasting: Gaining clarity and divine direction through spiritual discipline
🔥 Letting Go & Moving Forward: Releasing relationships that no longer align with God’s plan

✨ Self-Reflection Questions:

• Am I listening to how God is speaking to me, or am I letting fear hold me back?
• What areas of my life require deeper surrender and trust in God’s plan?
• How can I prioritize my health and wellness as an act of faith?
• Have I outgrown certain relationships, and am I willing to release them to step into my next season?

📢 Call to Action:
If this episode speaks to you, don’t keep it to yourself! Share it with a friend, leave a review, and tag @iamnancyruffin and @karinafdaves on Instagram with your biggest takeaway.

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Are you chasing after success, stability, or security, but still feeling like something is missing? In this episode ofThe Woman of Faith Podcast, we’re diving intoMatthew 6:33 and 2 Chronicles 1:7-12 to uncover a life-changing truth:when you put God first, everything else falls into place.

Solomon didn’t ask for riches, status, or power—he asked forwisdom, and because he prioritized God’s purpose over personal gain,God blessed him beyond what he could have imagined. The same principle applies to us today!

Join me as we unpack:
✅ What itreally means toseek first the Kingdom in your daily life.
✅ How trusting God fully can shift your mindset and circumstances.
✅ Practical ways to prioritize faith over fear in your decisions.

If you’ve ever struggled with letting go of control and truly trusting God, this episode is for you.When you seek Him first, He takes care of the rest!

🎧 Listen now and be encouraged! Then, share this episode with a friend who needs to hear this message. 💛

Reflection Questions:

• What areas of my life am I struggling toseek first God’s Kingdom?
• Have I been prioritizing personal success, comfort, or security over God’s plan?
• When was a time I trusted God fully, and how did He provide for me?
• What’s one step I can take this week to actively seek the Kingdom first?

In this episode of The Woman of Faith Podcast, I’m diving into a topic close to my heart: how faith can help turn your dreams into reality. Have you ever felt God place a big dream in your heart, but fear or uncertainty held you back from pursuing it? Or maybe you've started the journey but faced so many obstacles that you’re questioning if it’s still worth it? Today, we’re going to explore how faith, trust in God’s timing, and taking action are key to turning those dreams into something tangible.

I’ll be sharing insights from scripture, including Habakkuk 2:2-3, where God urges us to write the vision and trust in His appointed time. We’ll also look at powerful examples like Priscilla Shirer and my own personal story, showing how faith leads to extraordinary outcomes, even in the face of setbacks.

I’ll also take you through Joseph’s journey, where betrayal and imprisonment didn’t derail his dream, but rather prepared him for God’s perfect timing. Remember, the challenges we face aren’t detours—they’re part of God’s process.

Whether you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, this episode will equip you with practical strategies and lessons to pursue your God-given dreams with courage and perseverance.

As we close, I encourage you to reflect on these questions:

• What dream has God placed in your heart that you’ve been afraid to pursue?
• What’s one step you can take this week to move closer to making that dream a reality?
• What’s one challenge holding you back, and how can you trust God to overcome it?

I challenge you to take action: This week, spend time in prayer, write down the vision God has given you, and take one small, faith-filled step forward.

If today’s episode inspired you, share it with a friend who needs encouragement to pursue their own God-given dreams.

I’m excited to see you take the next step in making your dreams a reality, knowing that God is faithful to bring His promises to fruition in His perfect timing.

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