The Christmas season often arrives with beauty and pressure all at the same time. Many women carry the emotional, financial, and relational weight of making Christmas “work” for everyone else. What begins as love and service can quietly turn into striving, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and exhaustion. Leaving little room for peace, presence, or rest with Christ. This episode speaks directly to the woman who gives deeply… and is tired.   In this special Christmas episode of The Reclaimed Woman Podcast, I’m inviting you to slow down with me and take an honest look at what this season is stirring in your heart. Using the story of Mary and Martha from Luke 10:38–42, I talk about something many of us don’t always name how easily Christmas can turn into a performance. We want it to be meaningful. We want everyone to feel loved. But somewhere along the way, service can slip into striving, and joy can get buried under pressure. I share what a Martha spirit often looks like today. Over-functioning, people-pleasing, overspending, and carrying the emotional weight of everyone else’s expectations. And then I gently contrast that with the posture of Mary, a woman who chose presence over perfection and peace over pressure. This conversation is especially for the woman who: Feels responsible for making Christmas “work” for everyone Is exhausted by expectations, traditions, and financial strain Struggles with perfectionism, approval, or fear of disappointing others Longs for a calmer, Christ-centered Christmas I remind you that Jesus never asked for perfect homes, flawless traditions, or exhausted women. He came for surrendered hearts. Together, we talk about what it looks like to serve from peace, to embrace simplicity, to set boundaries without guilt, and to receive Christmas as the gift it was always meant to be. The heart of this episode is simple:Christmas was never meant to be perfected through performance.It was meant to be received through presence.   Scripture Reference:Luke 10:38–42 (NIV) — Mary and Martha Next Steps for Listeners Step 1: Share this episode with a woman who may be carrying the weight of Christmas behind the scenes. Step 2: Choose one Mary moment each day this week, whether that’s sitting quietly with the Lord, simplifying a tradition, staying within your budget, or saying no without guilt. Step 3: Prepare your heart for what’s next by joining us for the upcoming episode:“Entering the New Year Reclaimed — What We Carry Forward and What We Lay Down.”   Work with Me  📧 Contact → hello@christiratcliff.com 🎙️ Podcast → The Reclaimed Woman Podcast 📸 Instagram → @christi_ratcliff_coaching 🌐 Coaching → www.christiratcliff.com/coaching            

Are you carrying wounds you’ve learned to function around, even though they still shape how you think, react, and protect yourself? Have you ever wondered why certain patterns keep repeating emotionally, spiritually, or even financially no matter how hard you try to change? Do you feel like there are parts of your heart you’ve kept off-limits, even to God, because reopening them feels too painful or too messy?   In this episode, I’m sharing how hidden wounds shape our beliefs, behavior, relationships, and legacy and how the Holy Spirit gently reveals those buried places so real healing can begin. We talk about why hidden wounds stay hidden, how the Spirit exposes truth without shame, and why surrender is where transformation starts. You’ll hear a personal story from my own journey with a “poverty wound” and how the Lord used something as simple and faith-stretching as tithing to begin healing the root and not just the symptoms. This conversation is for the woman longing for inner healing, emotional freedom, spiritual growth, and Holy Spirit–led restoration. If you’re ready to stop hiding the hard places and let the Holy Spirit rewrite your story, this episode will meet you right where you are.   Explore Coaching:Work with me through Spirit-Led Christian Life Coaching→ ChristiRatcliff.com Related Episodes:• Episode 23: Rest, Renewal, and Revelation — Partnering with the Holy Spirit for Inner Healing and Legacy   Next Steps Step 1: Join our community of women pursuing Spirit-led healing and whole-hearted living:→ The Reclaimed Woman Community Step 2: For more encouragement and practical tools for healing and spiritual growth, visit ChristiRatcliff.com for resources designed to support your journey.   Connect with Me 📩 Contact: hello@christiratcliff.com 🎧 Podcast: The Reclaimed Woman 💬 Connect: Join The Reclaimed Woman Community on Facebook 📸 Instagram: @christi_ratcliff_coaching 🌿 Resources: www.christiratcliff.com

So many women are carrying weight that was never theirs to carry, shame that doesn’t belong to them, fear that doesn’t sound like God, and guilt that keeps them from stepping into the fullness of who they are in Christ. Many are moving through life exhausted, stretched thin, and longing for a kind of rest that goes deeper than sleep. This episode speaks directly into those places, bringing clarity to the voice of the Holy Spirit and helping you recognize His peace, His steadiness, and His healing work within you. In this episode, we step into a conversation that anchors your heart back to the truth: inner healing begins with the Holy Spirit, and legacy flows from a life rooted in Him. Together, we talk through how the Spirit brings calm to chaos, truth to confusion, and conviction without shame. You’ll hear how His voice leads you into peace, forgiveness, gratitude, and a sound mind, the kind of fruit that transforms your present and shapes the generations that follow. If you’ve been craving renewal, clarity, and a deeper sense of partnership with the Holy Spirit, this episode will meet you right where you are. ✨ Next Steps  Step 1: Set aside three quiet minutes this week to sit with the Holy Spirit. Let Him speak into the places that feel rushed, loud, or heavy.Step 2: Journal one thing He’s highlighting. Whether it’s a lie He’s untangling, a truth He’s rooting, or a fruit He’s growing in you right now.Step 3: If you’re craving deeper clarity or support in hearing His voice, come connect with me inside Spirit-led Christian Life Coaching at ChristiRatcliff.com. I’d love to walk this journey with you.Step 4: Share this episode with a woman who needs gentle guidance, a breath of peace, or a reminder that the Holy Spirit is already working in her story.   Connecting with Me 📩 Contact: hello@christiratcliff.com 🎧 Podcast: The Reclaimed Woman 💬 Connect: Join The Reclaimed Woman Community on Facebook📸 Instagram: @christi_ratcliff_coaching 🌿 Resources: www.christiratcliff.com

So many women walk through life carrying weight they were never meant to hold, trying to be strong, trying to push through, trying to “make it work,” all while forgetting the truth of who they are in Christ. This episode is your reminder that you are not powerless, not overlooked, and definitely not living at the mercy of your circumstances. You’ve been given spiritual authority, real identity, and a position with Christ, and it changes everything. In this episode, I’m sharing what it truly means to walk as a daughter of God with spiritual authority, so you can stop shrinking back, stop praying from a place of fear, and start living from the identity Christ already gave you. We talk about identity vs. authority, how Scripture defines your spiritual position, what “daughter living” looks like in real life, and how to stand firm when you feel small or overwhelmed. You’ll walk away grounded, encouraged, and equipped to pray boldly, speak truth, and live from the victory you already share with Jesus.   ✨ Coaching: Christian Life Coaching  - www.ChristiRatcliff.com/coaching ✨ Scripture References: Matthew 28:18–19 Luke 10:19 Ephesians 2:6 Romans 8:15 Galatians 4:6–7 John 14:18 Ephesians 6:10–17 2 Corinthians 12:9   ✨ Related Episodes: Breaking Agreement with Fear   Work With Me Contact: hello@christiratcliff.com Podcast: The Reclaimed Woman Connect: Join The Reclaimed Woman Community on Facebook Instagram: @christi_ratcliff_coaching Resources: www.christiratcliff.com    

Ever notice how fear can slip in and start sounding like the louder voice in your life? How certain thoughts quietly shape your choices without you even realizing they’re rooted in lies, not truth? And what would shift in your heart if you finally broke the agreement fear has held over you? In this episode, I’m diving into what it really means to break agreement with fear so you can step into the spiritual freedom Jesus already paid for. We explore how fear disguises itself as protection, how verbal agreements give it access, and why forgiveness is often the doorway to real inner healing. You’ll learn how to identify the lie, renounce it, and replace it with the truth of God’s Word so you can walk confidently as a daughter with authority.   🌿 Connect with Me If today’s episode stirred something in you, I’d love to walk alongside you as your coach.You can learn more about coaching and spiritual growth at www.christiratcliff.com Connect with me on Instagram →@christi_ratcliff_coaching Join The Reclaimed Woman Community on Facebook Listen to The Reclaimed Woman Podcast → Apple Podcasts  Contact: hello@christiratcliff.com   Next Steps Write your own renunciation and declaration this week, name the lie, break the agreement, and speak truth aloud. Join me on Instagram for daily encouragement, Scripture-based truths, and resources to strengthen your spiritual authority. Go deeper with Christian Life Coaching and learn how to identify lies, renew your mind, and walk boldly in your God-given identity.      

Fear doesn’t always show up loud. Sometimes it slips in quietly, wrapped in “logic” or “timing,” convincing you to stay comfortable instead of stepping out in faith. But here’s what I’ve learned. Comfort doesn’t grow your calling. Faith and fear can’t share the same seat. One will always take the lead. So let’s get honest today… which one has been driving your decisions?   In this episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new series called Faith, Fear, and Spiritual Authority,  and this one’s close to my heart. Because I’ve been there… letting fear talk me out of what God already told me to do. We’re diving into what it really means to walk in the authority Christ has already given you,  authority to stand firm in truth, silence the lies of fear, and move forward in bold faith. I’ll share how fear often disguises itself as wisdom or “just being cautious,” but underneath it all, it’s still disobedience dressed up nice. We’ll talk about how to recognize those subtle voices that make you hesitate, how to shift your focus back to God’s promises, and how to strengthen your faith through His Word. This is your reminder that you can walk in confidence, not because you’ve got it all figured out, but because God is with you in every step of obedience. It’s time to let faith take the wheel.   If this episode stirred something in you, don’t stop here. Let’s keep growing your faith together. Visit ChristiRatcliff.com  to learn how Christian Life Coaching can help you step into bold, fearless faith.   🎧 Catch up on these related episodes: Episode 18: It’s Not About You — Using Your Gift to Serve, Not Perform Episode 19: Your Gift Was Meant to Move — Activating Your Gift in This Season   You don’t have to face fear alone. This community was made for women just like you, women learning how to choose faith over fear in real, everyday ways.   Let’s stay connected: Contact: hello@christiratcliff.com Podcast: The Reclaimed Woman Connect: Join The Reclaimed Woman Community on Facebook Instagram: @christi_ratcliff_coaching Resources: www.christiratcliff.com   Remember, fear will always ask for the front seat, but you get to decide who drives. Let faith take the wheel this week. You were created for courage, equipped with authority, and called to move forward.

Have you ever caught yourself waiting for a “better time” to do what God’s called you to do? Do you worry you’re not ready, not qualified, or not enough? What if the small step right in front of you is actually the start of your ministry?   This week, I’m sharing a message that’s been stirring in my own heart: Your gift was meant to move. So many of us sit on the sidelines, waiting for the perfect plan or a formal invitation to serve. But friend, when God gives you a gift, He’s already given you permission to use it. You don’t need a title or a platform,  you just need to say yes. In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to activate your spiritual gift, not someday when life feels easier, but right now, right where you are. From the coffee shop conversation to the quiet prayer, your obedience in this season is holy ground. If you’ve ever wondered, “What does ministry look like for me?”  this episode will open your eyes to how your everyday life can become an act of worship.   🎧 Catch the full Gifted to Build series: ChristiRatcliff.com/podcast 📖 Anchor Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6–7; “Fan into flame the gift of God… for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power, love, and self-control.” 💬 Related Episodes: • Episode 17: Discovering Your Spiritual Gift• Episode 18: Posture of Service — Using Your Gift to Serve, Not Perform     If this episode spoke to you, don’t keep it to yourself. Share it with a friend who’s been holding back on using her gift,  sometimes all we need is a reminder that God can use us right here, right now.   Work With Me Contact: hello@christiratcliff.com Podcast: The Reclaimed Woman Connect: Join The Reclaimed Woman Community on FacebookInstagram: @christi_ratcliff_coaching Resources: www.christiratcliff.com    

Let’s be honest, sometimes using our spiritual gifts can start to feel more like pressure than purpose. Maybe you’ve felt that quiet urge to prove yourself, to be seen, or to measure your worth by how people respond. But what if it’s not about being noticed at all? What if God is more concerned with the posture of your heart than the size of your platform? In this episode of The Reclaimed Woman, I’m talking about the difference between serving with your gift and performing with it, because how we use our gift matters just as much as discovering what it is. We’ll look at what Scripture says about the purpose of spiritual gifts, the warning signs of performance, and how to realign our hearts toward humility, surrender, and obedience.   This is your heart check moment:👉 Your gift is not your identity. It’s your assignment.👉 Surrendered gifts bear fruit.👉 Performed gifts produce pressure.   If you’ve ever wrestled with comparison, burnout, or the need for affirmation, this episode will help you come back to the posture Jesus modeled, washing feet, not chasing platforms.   📖 Scriptures Mentioned: 1 Peter 4:11 Romans 12:6–8 1 Corinthians 12:4–10, 27–31 Ephesians 4:11–12 John 15:5 Galatians 5:13 John 13:13–14   📝 Journal Reflection Prompts: Where have I slipped into performing rather than serving? How can I return to offering my gift in humility and love? Whose feet is God asking me to wash today, figuratively or literally? 💡 Related Episode: [Episode 17: How Do I Know What My Spiritual Gift Is?]   Next Steps: Revisit your spiritual gift with a heart of service, not performance. Journal through today’s reflection prompts and pray for a posture of surrender. Tune in next week for “Your Gift Was Meant to Move — Activating Your Gift in This Season.” Connecting with Me 📩 Contact: hello@christiratcliff.com 🎧 Podcast: The Reclaimed Woman 💬 Connect: Join The Reclaimed Woman Community on Facebook📸 Instagram: @christi_ratcliff_coaching 🌿 Resources: www.christiratcliff.com  

In this episode of The Reclaimed Woman Podcast, I’m walking you through how to discern your spiritual gift, not by comparing yourself to others or striving to earn it, but by learning to notice the Holy Spirit’s patterns of joy, fruit, confirmation, and gentle prompting in your life. We’ll look at what Scripture says about gifts like wisdom, faith, teaching, discernment, leadership, and mercy,  and how those gifts often show up in your everyday walk with God. I want you to see that spiritual gifts aren’t some hidden mystery or “super-spiritual” thing,  they’re practical expressions of God’s grace meant to build up His Church. If you’ve ever wondered where God wants to use you, this episode will help you recognize what He’s already doing in and through you. 💡 You’ll walk away with tools to discern your gift, the confidence to step boldly into your calling, and a renewed sense of purpose in how you serve others.   📖 Scriptures + Key Takeaways 1 Peter 4:10_ “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” Spiritual gifts are given by the Spirit, not earned. Joy and fruit reveal where God is working through you. Confirmation often comes through the Body of Christ. Assessments can guide you,  but only the Spirit defines your gift.   🪞 Reflection What lights you up when you serve others? Where do you consistently see fruit and favor? What have others affirmed in you? Pray: “Holy Spirit, what have You placed in me that I’ve been afraid to notice?”   🌿 Connect with Me If today’s episode stirred something in you, I’d love to walk alongside you as your coach.You can learn more about coaching and spiritual growth at www.christiratcliff.com Connect with me on Instagram →@christi_ratcliff_coaching Listen to The Reclaimed Woman Podcast → Apple Podcasts       

There’s a quiet battle happening in so many women’s hearts right now.We scroll through social media, see someone else’s platform, and start wondering if what we bring to the table even matters. We compare, we question, and sometimes, we shrink back,  waiting until we “get it all together” before we step into what God’s called us to do. But here’s the truth: you are already gifted.Not because you earned it, not because you’re perfect,  but because the Holy Spirit chose you, on purpose, for a purpose. And the enemy would love nothing more than to keep you doubting that. In this episode, I’m helping you get a clear, biblical understanding of what spiritual gifts actually are,  and what they’re not. We’re walking through 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12, and Ephesians 4 to uncover four of the most common lies women believe about their gifts and the truth that sets us free. You’ll learn how to recognize the difference between your natural strengths and the supernatural gifts the Spirit gives you, and why both matter. We’ll talk about comparison, insecurity, and the idea that we have to be “ready” before we can serve… and I’ll show you what God’s Word actually says about it. This conversation is for every woman who’s ever felt unseen, overlooked, or unsure of where she fits in the Body of Christ. 💡 Key Takeaways You don’t earn your gift — it’s given by grace. Every believer has a spiritual gift. Yes, that includes you. Your gift isn’t about perfection; it’s about obedience. Spiritual gifts are meant for service, not self-promotion. God arranged you in the Body of Christ on purpose.   📖 Scripture Anchors 1 Corinthians 12:4–7Romans 12:6Ephesians 4:11–12 These passages will be our anchors over the next few episodes as we take a deeper dive into how spiritual gifts work together in the Body of Christ.   📝 Reflection & Invitation Take a few minutes this week to sit with the Lord and journal: What are my spiritual gifts? What lies have I believed about them? What truth does God’s Word say about me? And as you do, remember this: you are gifted, not for your glory, but for God’s.   🌱 Let’s Keep Growing Together If today’s episode stirred something in you, I’d love to walk alongside you as your coach.You can learn more about coaching and spiritual growth at www.christiratcliff.com Connect with me on Instagram →@christi_ratcliff_coaching Listen to The Reclaimed Woman Podcast → Apple Podcasts    ❤️ Next Steps Journal what God’s been showing you about your gifts. Share this episode with a friend who needs a reminder that she’s gifted too. Keep walking in obedience — your gift grows as you do.   Work with Me  📧 Contact → hello@christiratcliff.com 🎙️ Podcast → The Reclaimed Woman Podcast 📸 Instagram → @christi_ratcliff_coaching 🌐 Coaching → www.christiratcliff.com/coaching  

These past weeks have been some of the hardest for believers. The assassination of Charlie Kirk shook our nation. In Michigan, a church was burned to the ground. In Nigeria, brothers and sisters in Christ continue to suffer relentless persecution. These events aren’t just headlines, they confront us with a sobering question: What does it really mean to follow Jesus when the cost is this high? In this episode, I open Mark 8:31–9:1 and ask the hard but necessary question: Is Jesus worth dying for? Together, we’ll talk about what it looks like to move from fear to faith, from silence to boldness, and from comfort to carrying the cross. If you’ve felt the tension of standing for Christ in a culture that finds His Word offensive, this conversation is for you. My prayer is that you’ll walk away challenged, strengthened, and reminded that in Christ, there is no such thing as a cowardly Christian, only courageous conquerors who endure for the sake of the Gospel.   Next Steps: Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement to stand strong in their faith. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps more women find hope and courage in Christ. Join me next week as we dive into Spiritual Gifts and how God equips us for Kingdom work.   Work with Me  📧 Contact → hello@christiratcliff.com 🎙️ Podcast → The Reclaimed Woman Podcast 📸 Instagram → @christi_ratcliff_coaching 🌐 Coaching → www.christiratcliff.com/coaching    

Friend, I know life doesn’t always feel like it’s moving in a straight line. Some seasons feel random, messy, or even wasted. But here’s the truth: God is weaving every single piece of your story together, your pain, your passions, your gifts, and even the hard detours, for His glory and your good. In this episode, I’m sharing how He connects the dots so you can see that nothing in your story is ever wasted. In this final episode of the Patterns of Purpose series, I’m pulling everything together, purpose, pain, and passions, so you can see how God weaves them into a calling that glorifies Him. From the stories of Esther, Joseph, Moses, Mary, and Martha, we’ll see how God has always been in the business of connecting the dots. I’ll also share some of my own story, showing you how God redeemed pain, re-shaped passions, and used unexpected seasons to prepare me for the work I’m doing today. If you’ve ever wondered how your story fits into God’s bigger plan, this conversation will give you hope and clarity that He wastes nothing.   Next Steps: Take some time this week to reflect: What dots in your story might God be inviting you to connect? Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement that her story isn’t random. If you’re ready to uncover the bigger picture God is writing in your life, book a clarity coaching session with me at  christiratcliff.com Related Episodes: Episode 11: Patterns Of Purpose: Why You Were Created for God’s Glory Episode 12: Patterns of Pain: How God Redeems Your Suffering Episode 13: Passions and Gifts: How God Shapes You for His Purpose Work with Me  📧 Contact → hello@christiratcliff.com🎙️ Podcast → The Reclaimed Woman Podcast📸 Instagram → @christi_ratcliff_coaching🌐 Coaching → www.christiratcliff.com/coaching

So many women long to know what their purpose really is, but often get caught up in chasing passions the world says will make them happy. The truth is, your gifts and passions were never meant to glorify you, they were designed to glorify God. When surrendered to Him, even the smallest skill or deepest desire can become a powerful tool for His kingdom. In this episode, I’m sharing how God weaves your passions, natural talents, and spiritual gifts into His greater plan for your life. We’ll look at biblical examples like Bezalel, David, and Paul to see how God shapes and redeems gifts for His glory. I’ll also share some of my own story of how God shaped my love for words, counsel, and guidance into a calling I never expected. You’ll learn the difference between natural talents vs. spiritual gifts, how to discern which passions are God-given, and how the enemy tries to twist your gifts for self instead of service. My prayer is that you walk away encouraged, knowing that nothing in your design is wasted, God has uniquely equipped you for His purpose.   👉 Learn more about coaching: www.christiratcliff.com/coaching   👉 Related Episodes: Episode 11: Patterns of Pain: How God Redeems Your Suffering Episode 12: Patterns of Purpose: How God Uses Your Story Connect with Me  📧 Contact → hello@christiratcliff.com🎙️ Podcast → The Reclaimed Woman Podcast📸 Instagram → @christi_ratcliff_coaching🌐 Coaching → www.christiratcliff.com/coaching Next Steps: Spend time writing out your passions and gifts this week. Pray over them and ask God how He wants you to use them. If you’re ready for clarity and confidence in your calling, book a coaching session with me and let’s walk this out together.    

What if the very places of pain in your life are not detours, but the very pathway God is using to draw you closer to Him? Pain isn’t pointless, it’s purposeful. As Christian women, it’s easy to believe the lie that suffering means God has forgotten us. But the truth is, every trial, every loss, and every heartbreak can become part of your faith journey toward healing and wholeness. In this episode of The Reclaimed Woman Podcast, I’m sharing how God redeems suffering, restores broken places, and uses your struggles to deepen your spiritual growth. Through the stories of Joseph, Job, and Paul, we’ll see how their struggles were redeemed for God’s glory. I’ll also share my personal story of healing from father wounds, how pain affected my marriage, and how God restored what the enemy meant for destruction. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: The biblical perspective on suffering and why pain is not punishment in Christ How to recognize God’s purpose in pain and trials The most common lies the enemy tells you about suffering, and how to fight back with Scripture Why Paul’s “thorn in the flesh” reveals God’s strength in our weakness Practical steps to find hope and healing through faith, even in hard seasons Sister, your story doesn’t end in suffering. Romans 8:28 reminds us that “for those who love God all things work together for good.” Your Christian faith journey through trials is being woven into God’s eternal purpose. 👉 If you’re longing for clarity, healing, and to find purpose in pain, I’d love to walk alongside you through Christian life coaching for women. Learn more at christiratcliff.com

From unexpected opportunities to repeated struggles, the threads in your story may be revealing more than you realize. In today’s episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new series called Patterns of Purpose. We’re talking about the difference between your eternal purpose (to glorify God in all things) and your unique calling (the specific ways you live that out in different seasons of life). I’ll share part of my own story, along with examples from Scripture, Joseph, Esther, and Paul, to show how God uses patterns, gifts, and even hardships to point us back to His plan. And I’ll give you practical steps for beginning your own Pattern Journal so you can start recognizing how God is at work in your life. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: The difference between purpose and calling in the Christian life How to recognize patterns God may be using to guide your steps Why nothing in your story is wasted—not even pain The enemy’s counterfeit lies vs. God’s truth about your calling A simple practice to start uncovering your God-given design Friend, your life is not random. You were created on purpose, for a purpose. Ephesians 2:10 reminds us that “we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand.” If you’ve been longing for clarity in your calling and want to uncover the patterns God has already woven into your story, this conversation will equip you to take your next step with confidence. 👉 Ready to go deeper? Learn more about Christian life coaching with me at christiratcliff.com

What if transformation isn’t about speed, but about rhythm? So many Christian women feel frustrated when change doesn’t come overnight. But the truth is, real spiritual growth and mind renewal come through daily surrender, consistent devotion, and the power of the Holy Spirit at work in you. In this episode, I’m wrapping up our Break the Pattern , Renew the Mind series with a truth that’s not flashy but absolutely foundational: consistency. Renewing your mind isn’t about a one-time revelation or a spiritual quick fix, it’s about daily rhythm. I talk about why “microwave faith” won’t last, and how God grows us through steady, faithful steps over time. I’ll walk you through simple, practical rhythms you can build into your life: Scripture before screens, speaking truth out loud, journaling the battle, worshiping even when it feels foggy, and inviting the Holy Spirit into your every day. I’ll also share how these habits have shaped my own walk with God and why sanctification is less about sprinting and more about staying the course. If you’ve been longing for deep transformation but feel stuck in a cycle of quick starts and slow fades, this conversation will remind you that God’s not asking for perfection, He’s asking for your daily surrender.   Scriptures Mentioned: Psalm 37:23 Matthew 13:20–21 John 14:16–17 Romans 12:2 Psalm 32:8 Romans 8:29   Friend, you don’t have to walk this journey alone. If you’re ready to release those old patterns and grab hold of God’s truth, a Clarity Session is a great place to start. 👉 Sign up at www.christiratcliff.com And don’t forget, we can stay connected on Instagram @christi_ratcliff_coaching, you can catch every episode of The Reclaimed Woman Podcast, and you’re always welcome inside The Reclaimed Woman Collective on Facebook.    

So many of us carry labels, some given by others, some whispered by our own thoughts that make us feel stuck. Words like 'I’m not enough,' 'I’m too late,' or 'I’m invisible' play on repeat. But friend, those are lies, and they don’t define who you are. In this episode of The Reclaimed Woman, we’re talking about the power of labels and why the enemy doesn’t get naming rights over your life. I’ll walk you through Matthew 4, where Jesus faced temptation in the wilderness, and show you how He fought back, not with self-help talk, but with the Word of God. You’ll learn how to spot lies as they come, replace them with God’s truth, and begin living from the identity He has already spoken over you. Here’s what we’ll cover: Why labels like “too much” or “not enough” keep you stuck How Jesus modeled protecting His identity in the wilderness Simple steps to renew your mind through repentance and faith Scripture truths you can declare over yourself every day Scriptures Referenced: Matthew 4:1–11 2 Corinthians 12:9 Ecclesiastes 3:11 Genesis 16:13 Colossians 3:12 Ephesians 2:10 Ephesians 6:10 Proverbs 31:25 2 Timothy 1:7 John 15:16 Romans 8:1–2 Romans 12:2 2 Peter 1:3   Let’s walk this out together, friend. If you’re ready to let go of old patterns and step into God’s truth, I’d love to come alongside you. A Clarity Session is the perfect first step toward the freedom your heart’s been craving. 👉 Sign up here: www.christiratcliff.com Stay connected with me on Instagram @christi_ratcliff_coaching for encouragement,  subscribe to The Reclaimed Woman Podcast so you’ll always catch new episodes and come join The Reclaimed Woman Collective on Facebook, a safe space for women of faith who are ready to rise above limiting beliefs and emotional triggers.  

Ever wonder why you react the same way to certain situations, even when you want to respond differently? In this episode, you’ll uncover how patterns and triggers work together to reinforce limiting beliefs, and why they sometimes keep you stuck in cycles like self-sabotage, people pleasing, or avoiding healthy boundaries. I’ll share why patterns and triggers can actually be positive, the brain science behind why they’re so hard to break, and my simple Recognize → Rewire → Replace framework to help you shift your mindset. You’ll walk away knowing exactly how to start breaking negative patterns, renewing your mind, and living in the truth of who God created you to be.   If you’re ready to break those old patterns and replace them with God’s truth, let’s do it together. Book a Clarity Session with me and take your first step toward freedom today. Sign Up Now: www.christiratcliff.com   Follow along on Instagram at @christi_ratcliff_coaching for encouragement and behind-the-scenes content, and subscribe to The Reclaimed Woman Podcast so you never miss an episode. You can also join our free Facebook community, The Reclaimed Woman Collective , a safe space for Christian women who want to overcome limiting beliefs and emotional triggers.

Have you ever felt guilty for wanting more out of life, even when it’s for a God-given purpose? Do you believe you’ve missed your chance to step into your calling because of your age, your past, or your mistakes? Have you caught yourself thinking, “I don’t have anything valuable to offer,” even though you know what God says?   You can’t reclaim your purpose until you recognize the lies you've been agreeing with. Once you identify the belief, you can start to break the pattern, with the truth of God's Word.   In this episode, I’m kicking off a new series called Break the Pattern – Renew the Mind and diving into something that hits all of us at some point: limiting beliefs,  the kind of thoughts that quietly hold you back, even when you love Jesus and know the Word. I’m sharing five common lies many Christian women believe, where they come from, and how to replace them with truth. I’ll also open up about my personal struggle with money, how it affected my marriage, and the moment God called me out of that mindset. If you’ve been feeling stuck or second-guessing your worth, this one’s for you.   Resources  Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 10:5 Romans 12:2 2 Corinthians 12:9 2 Corinthians 5:17 Philippians 1:6 Ecclesiastes 3:11 Romans 12:6 Quotes Mentioned: “Unbelief is the mother of sin.” – Charles Spurgeon “You don’t overcome false thinking by affirming yourself, you overcome it by submitting to the truth of God’s Word.” – John MacArthur “God uses broken vessels, for it is through the cracks that His light shines.” – Charles Spurgeon   Follow along on Instagram for encouragement and behind-the-scenes content at christi_ratcliff_coaching and subscribe to The Reclaimed Woman Podcast so you never miss an episode.     🔗 Sign up now: Christi Ratcliff Coaching  Work With Me. Reclaim Your Voice and Walk Boldly in Your Calling.  

Sometimes it’s not what others say, it’s the quiet lies we start to believe about ourselves that hold us back. Lies that make us feel like we’re too late, not enough, or disqualified from what God has called us to do.   Have you ever felt guilty for wanting more out of life, even when it’s for a God-given purpose? Do you believe you’ve missed your chance to step into your calling because of your age or past? Have you caught yourself thinking, “I don’t have anything valuable to offer”?   In this episode, I’m exposing five of the biggest lies Christian women believe  so you can finally break free from the mindset traps that keep you stuck, silent, and playing small. These lies may sound spiritual, but they are rooted in fear and distortion of truth. Together, we’ll uncover them, speak God’s truth over them, and walk forward in obedience and purpose. If you’ve been struggling with feeling not enough, scared, or unsure about surrendering to God, this episode will bring some clear, gospel centered encouragement.   Scripture References: Romans 12:6 2 Peter 1:3 2 Timothy 1:7 Proverbs 31:25 Romans 15:13   Follow along on Instagram for encouragement and behind-the-scenes content at christi_ratcliff_coaching and subscribe to The Reclaimed Woman Podcast so you never miss an episode.     🔗 Sign up now: Christi Ratcliff Coaching  Work With Me. Reclaim Your Voice and Walk Boldly in Your Calling.