How much of your life is shaped by other people’s opinions?

In this episode, we explore why caring what people think runs so deep, how people-pleasing quietly pulls us out of obedience, and what it looks like to live anchored in God’s truth instead of approval. Through Scripture and reflection, this episode invites you to stop shrinking, release the fear of judgment, and step into the freedom that comes from knowing who you are in Christ.

Broken families are biblical… but let’s be clear—they were never God’s original design.

In this episode, Alexandra pops off on a topic she’s deeply passionate about—accountability. Janie offers steady, biblical support and keeps things from turning into a full-blown rant.From absent parents and hidden children to the awkward reality of DNA tests exposing surprise siblings, they're talking about the stuff people would rather pretend doesn’t exist. Together, they tackle the uncomfortable truth: pretending you don’t have children doesn’t make them disappear—it just makes therapy more expensive later.

This episode is gritty, biblical, and unapologetically honest, with just enough humor to keep it from feeling like a family intervention. If you’ve ever wondered how broken families became so normalized—and whether we can do better as a generation—this conversation is for you. Can our generation finally choose truth and responsibility over secrecy?
Fair warning: this episode might step on toes… but healing usually does.

The Christmas story is one of the most familiar passages in Scripture—so familiar that it’s easy to overlook the deep, life-changing truths woven into it. In this episode, Alexandra and Janie break down the hidden lessons inside the Nativity, revealing what Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and even the stable itself teach us about faith, surrender, obedience, courage, and God’s unexpected ways. If you’ve ever wished for a fresh, heart-stirring look at the Christmas story, this episode will bring it back to life in a powerful way.

Discipline doesn’t have to mean pressure or perfection. In this episode, Alexandra and Janie reframe discipline through a biblical lens—showing how it’s rooted in love, grace, and intentional growth. With Scripture-based encouragement and practical wisdom, this conversation explores how discipline shapes who we become, even when motivation fades. A gentle reminder that faithfulness, not perfection, leads to lasting peace.

In this cozy, wisdom-packed episode, Janie shares ten powerful nuggets from Johnny Ardivantis’ Consider the Lilies—a book that invites us to slow down, breathe deep, and trust God’s gentle provision. Together, we unpack practical takeaways on worry, faith, identity, rest, and learning to see God’s fingerprints in the small and simple things. If your soul needs a reminder to stop striving and start trusting, this episode will feel like a warm hug from the Holy Spirit.

In this episode, Janie and Alexandra talk about why life groups and Bible study groups are essential for real spiritual growth and support. After sharing their own experiences with community, Janie asks Alexandra four powerful questions from a Craig Groeschel sermon—questions that spark honest reflection, deeper faith, and practical next steps in your walk with God.

The holiday season was never meant to be chaotic, draining, or overwhelming—yet for so many of us, that’s exactly how it feels. Between family expectations, financial pressure, social events, traditions, and the desire to “make everything perfect,” we can completely miss the quiet beauty of what this season is truly about.

In this episode, we talk about how to simplify the holidays, protect your peace, and return to the true reason for the season: Jesus. Through scripture, encouragement, and practical steps, we invite you into a slower, more intentional, Christ-centered holiday.

Family fractures run deep—but God’s grace runs deeper. In this heartfelt episode, Alexandra, Janie, and guest Angie English open up about estranged parent–child relationships from every side: a daughter who left, a mother who was left, and a family that stayed rooted in faith. Together they explore how healing, forgiveness, and hope can grow even in silence.

In this episode, Alexandra & Janie unpack the beauty and purpose behind life’s quieter seasons — the ones that don’t look productive on the surface but are deeply sacred beneath. Whether you’re in a waiting period, healing from burnout, or just feeling called to slow down, this conversation explores how God uses rest to renew, realign, and restore.

In this episode, Janie returns from the Unique Women’s Conference in Bismarck, ND, overflowing with golden nuggets of biblical wisdom and encouragement. Alexandra and Janie unpack her biggest takeaways—timeless truths about identity, purpose, and walking boldly in God’s calling as a woman of faith. Whether you missed the conference or simply need a soul-refreshing reminder of who you are in Christ, this episode will leave you uplifted, grounded, and inspired to live uniquely and unapologetically for Him. 

In this episode, Alexandra and Janie sit down with Skyler, a passionate doula serving the Vancouver and Portland areas of the Pacific Northwest, to talk about the beauty of birth when it’s approached with peace, faith, and support. Skyler shares her personal journey into doula work with her business Serenity & Sage, what families can expect when hiring a doula, and how spiritual and emotional preparation can shape the entire birthing experience. Whether you’re expecting, supporting someone through pregnancy, or simply curious about holistic birth support, this conversation is full of wisdom, warmth, and real talk about bringing new life into the world.

In this heartfelt episode, Alexandra and Janie talk with Paige Kuhbacher about the stark difference between her two birth experiences. Her first birth was marked by frist time mom, not knowing what she didn’t know and a lack of intentional preparation.  But her second birth was something entirely different. Surrounded by the steady love of her husband, covered in prayer, and anchored in peace, Paige walked through labor with a surrendered heart and a clear mind. She shares the practical and spiritual shifts that changed everything, offering a powerful reminder that birth can be both sacred and empowering when approached with faith and intentionality.

Have you ever felt closest to God while hiking, being outdoors, or working out? In this episode, Alexandra and Janie explore how nature and movement can become sacred spaces to encounter the Lord. Through Scripture and personal reflection, you’ll be inspired to see the trail, the gym, or even a quiet walk as invitations to draw near to the Creator.

We’ve all heard the phrase “kill them with kindness”—but is that really what God calls us to do? In this episode of Giving Grace, we unpack why this mindset isn’t biblical, what Billy Graham had to say about it, and how Scripture calls us to live differently. God doesn’t ask us to use kindness as a weapon, but to embody it as a fruit of the Spirit—flowing from genuine love, not hidden resentment or subtle revenge. Join me as we uncover the difference between cultural clichés and Christlike compassion.

In this episode, Alexandra and Janie call out the lie that biblical womanhood is oppression. True oppression is chasing the world’s applause and still coming up empty. True freedom is found in obedience to God. From Proverbs 31 to Titus 2, the Bible shows us that homemaking isn’t small—it’s warfare. It’s raising warriors, cultivating peace, and building a Kingdom legacy in a world that’s falling apart.

In this episode, Alexandra and Janie pull apart this parable and challenge you to stop letting fear, excuses, or comfort keep you from stepping up. God didn’t create you to bury your gift in the dirt. He created you to multiply it, to risk, to invest, and to live with bold faith.

If you’ve been holding back—this is your line in the sand.

In the wake of a heavy week for our nation, Alexandra turns to Scripture to seek clarity and grounding. Drawing from Ephesians 4:1–8, she reflects on how she has personally misinterpreted the concept of “peace” in the past and how that misunderstanding shaped her responses to conflict. With honesty and humility, she unpacks what true, biblical peace looks like—not avoidance or silence, but a balance of grace and truth. This episode offers encouragement and direction for believers navigating turbulent times, reminding us that our calling is not passive unity but Spirit-led maturity.

If Peter, Paul, or one of the early church believers walked into a modern Sunday service—complete with coffee bars, LED lights, and countdown timers—would they even recognize it as church? In this episode, we wrestle with the gap between the simple, Spirit-led gatherings of the first century and the polished productions of today. Is our way of “doing church” helping people meet Jesus—or have we traded intimacy for entertainment?

What do burgers, brisket, and Bible truths have in common? More than you might think! In this episode of Giving Grace, we take the everyday rhythms of summer backyard BBQs and connect them with the deeper lessons of faith. From learning patience while waiting on the grill to remembering that everyone has a seat at God’s table, we’ll explore how ordinary gatherings can remind us of extraordinary grace.

Sometimes the deepest wounds don’t come from outside the church—they come from within. In this conversation with Angie English, we dive into her raw and personal story of encountering the “Christian Karens” of church culture: the gossip, the judgment, the control, and the sideways looks that can leave lasting scars. Angie opens up about what it felt like to walk through church hurt, how she wrestled with her faith in the process, and the surprising ways God brought healing and redemption out of the pain.

If you’ve ever felt bullied, silenced, or shamed by people who claimed to represent Christ, this episode will remind you that God’s love is bigger than human brokenness—and that His church is meant to be a place of grace, not gossip.