We never recorded the episode on the breastplate of righteousness.

Life made sure we lived it first.

In this episode, we explore what Paul meant when he told believers to stand and put on the breastplate of righteousness (Ephesians 6:14). Not as moral performance. Not as self-protection disguised as wisdom. But as right alignment—with God, with truth, and with responsibility.

Drawing from lived experience, we talk about the quiet ways loyalty can turn into self-abandonment, how boundaries can become an act of righteousness, and why real armor doesn’t hide, disappear, or harden the heart.

We look at the difference between armor and walls, discernment and avoidance, integrity and control—and how Scripture calls us to remain present, truthful, and grounded even when relationships become complicated.

Because righteousness doesn’t chase.

It doesn’t punish.

And it doesn’t hide.

It stands.

Scripture referenced (NRSV):

Ephesians 6:14

Galatians 6:5

Romans 12:18

Don’t Fake It, Faith It is a podcast for survivors of abuse, toxic relationships, divorce, and church hurt who are ready to stop pretending and start healing—with grit, grace, and God. It’s where we talk honestly about trauma, recovery, faith, and what it means to rebuild a life that’s both holy and whole. No more faking fine—this is about active faith, not passive survival.

Rooted in Scripture, seasoned with real talk, and soaked in hope, this space is for those who feel like outsiders in traditional Christian circles. We honor truth over tradition, healing over hiding, and the kind of faith that stands up, even with shaking knees. If you’ve ever been told to “just pray it away,” this is your permission to pray, process, and rise.

In this episode of Seeing the Barriers We Carry, Sarah gets real about the hidden walls we all carry—especially after trauma or toxic relationships. She shares how a cultural diversity class and the Harvard bias test shook up her perspective, leading her into a deeper journey of healing, identity reconstruction, and grace. With Celebrate Recovery’s 12 Steps and the OIDR method in hand, she unpacks what it means to go from Sarai to Sarah—and how to stop living like who hurt you and start living like who God called you to be.

We're gonna be talking a bit more about emotions and faith.

A Raw Testimony of God’s Grace, Grit, and Unfiltered Truth

There's something about cancer, illness, and certain things in life that make you stop, think, reflect, and pray.

Get ready for a heart-to-heart episode of Roots of Healing, Rewired and Redeemed—your weekly dose of real talk, girlfriend-style, with just the right sprinkle of holy humor. We’re pausing our Armor of God series (just one more breastplate of righteousness to go!) because our sister-in-arms, Steph, is gearing up for surgery. So, today, we’re pivoting to a message born from early-morning tears and fresh coffee: “Coffee, Cry, Rise: Notes from the Soul of an Overcomer.”

Join me as we walk through seven soul-soothing truths:

1. The Morning After the Storm – Why messy sunrises bring fresh hope.

2. The “Unseen” God Is Still Here – How He sees you when the world doesn’t.

3. The Power of a Morning Reset – Your daily do‑over in a coffee cup.

4. Only God Knows Our Hearts – The freedom of being fully known.

5. You Are Not Your Past – Letting go of old judgments and stepping into grace.

6. Learn, Don’t Live in Your Mistakes – Turning missteps into stepping stones.

7. A Step Back Doesn’t Have to Be a Backslide – How pauses can fuel your next glow‑up.

We wrap up with a prayer for Steph’s surgery, for our Wind Haven family, and for every listener who needs a reminder that joy really does come in the morning. Pull up a mug, grab a tissue (or two), and let’s rise together—glowing, growing, and ready for whatever comes next. ❤️☕✨

Join Pastor Steph each week for a refreshing and uplifting devotional that focuses on finding true peace in God. Through simple reflections, personal stories, and powerful scripture, she’ll guide you toward inner calm, helping you navigate life’s challenges with faith and serenity. Tune in for your weekly dose of peace!