Have you ever felt like you were chasing something—success, approval, happiness—only to find yourself still empty and exhausted? In this heartfelt episode, Brooke opens up about her personal journey from performing for love to discovering the unshakable joy that only comes from resting in God’s presence.

You’ll learn the difference between happiness and true joy, how to recognize the “joy blockers” like comparison, unforgiveness, and busyness, and how to begin cultivating a joy that doesn’t come and go with your circumstances. With real-life stories, scripture, and practical tools, Brooke gently invites you to stop striving and start living—rooted, steady, and full of joy.

Grab your coffee, get comfy, and let’s talk about how to protect your peace, reclaim your joy, and live the full life God has for you.

Keywords: joy, happiness vs. joy, spiritual growth, Christian podcast for women, overcoming comparison, God’s love, emotional health, Christian encouragement, purpose, fruit of the Spirit, Brooke Farmer

Have you ever felt stuck—like you’re trying your best, praying your hardest, and still nothing seems to move forward? Maybe your dreams feel distant, your heart feels heavy, and you’re wondering if God is still writing your story.

In this episode of Move Pray Love, Brooke Griffin Farmer shares her personal journey through deep discouragement, heartbreak, and disappointment—and the practical, Spirit-led steps that helped her stay grounded in faith when life didn’t go as planned. From letting go of unfulfilled expectations to shifting your focus back to God’s promises, this conversation will encourage you to keep pressing on, even when everything in you wants to give up.

You’ll hear about:

• The spiritual weight of discouragement and how it sneaks in

• Why shifting your focus changes everything

• How to speak truth over your life when your heart feels heavy

• The power of perseverance in building unshakable faith

• Personal stories of healing, restoration, and God’s redemption

If you’ve ever questioned God’s timing, felt forgotten, or wondered how to keep going when hope feels lost—this episode is for you.

Keywords: overcoming discouragement, staying spiritually strong, Christian podcast for women, faith through disappointment, healing from church hurt, identity in Christ, perseverance, hope in hard seasons, encouragement for women, faith and wellness.

In this first episode of Move Pray Love, Brooke Griffin Farmer opens up about a deeply personal season of transition that led her to ask the question many women silently carry: Who am I when I’m not performing, producing, or being praised?

Through real-life stories, heartfelt encouragement, and biblical truth, Brooke unpacks the journey of rediscovering your identity—not in titles, achievements, or other people’s approval—but in the unshakable love of Jesus. If you’ve ever felt like your worth was tied to your work, or like you’re always trying but never quite enough, this conversation will breathe fresh life and truth into your heart.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

• Recognize the signs of performance-based identity and approval addiction

• Break free from people-pleasing and perfectionism

• Reconnect with who God says you are

• Begin healing from past wounds and walk in lasting freedom

So grab your coffee, take a deep breath, and let’s talk about what it means to be fully known and fully loved by God.

Keywords: identity in Christ, overcoming people-pleasing, Christian women podcast, faith and healing, performance-driven faith, breaking free from striving, women of faith, spiritual growth, emotional healing, God’s love