When you need a word from the Lord but feel like you can’t hear Him, what do you do?

In this episode of the Jaime Luce Podcast, I spend time in 2 Kings chapter 3 looking at what it really means to hear God’s voice when emotions are loud and the pressure is high. Through the story of Elisha and three kings facing a desperate situation in the wilderness, we see why positioning ourselves in God’s presence matters more than rushing for an answer.

I talk about:

• Why emotional noise can block spiritual clarity
• What Elisha teaches us about waiting on God
• How worship, stillness, and patience prepare us to hear God clearly
• The difference between urgency and obedience
• Why slowing down is sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do

If you’ve been praying for direction and feel stuck or overwhelmed, this episode will help you understand how to quiet your soul and create space to hear what God is saying.

Take time to listen, reflect, and wait on the Lord with me as we learn how to hear His voice without fear.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Hearing God's Voice

01:04 The Importance of God's Word

02:55 Context of 2 Kings Chapter 3

10:38 Seeking God's Guidance in Crisis

18:30 The Role of Waiting on God

23:58 Elisha's Anger and the Need for Music

30:36 Creating Space to Hear God

39:51 Practical Steps to Hear God's Voice

43:20 Closing Prayer and Encouragement

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

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In this episode, I walk you through 1 Kings 21 and the story of King Ahab, focusing on the moment that changed the outcome of his life. This passage shows us the difference between outward behavior that looks humble and a heart that is truly repentant, and how God responds when humility is real.

Together, we explore:

• The difference between pouting and true repentance
• Why God responds to humility more than sacrifice
• How genuine repentance can delay judgment and invite mercy
• What it actually means to humble yourself before the Lord
• How humility changes outcomes in our lives and relationships

I draw from Scripture throughout this teaching, including 1 Kings, Psalms, Proverbs, Micah, James, Philippians, and the Gospels, to show that humility is not weakness. It is obedience. It is posture. And it is the only way forward when God confronts our hearts.

This message is both a warning and an invitation. If you are facing correction, conviction, or a difficult season, I want to help you see the mercy God is eager to extend when we truly humble ourselves before Him.

Chapters

00:00 The Rewards of Humility

03:00 The Story of Ahab and Naboth

11:53 God's Response to Humility

20:51 The Power of Humility in Our Lives

36:01 Practical Applications of Humility

51:57 The Call to Humble Ourselves

Scriptures referenced include 1 Kings 21, Psalm 51:17, Micah 6:8, James 4:10, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Philippians 2, and more.

Take time to reflect, pray, and ask the Lord where humility may be needed in your life today.

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

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This episode explores what I call the miracle before the miracle of Christmas.

Before Bethlehem.

Before the manger.

Before angels filled the sky.

God was already at work.

In this teaching from Luke chapter 1, we walk through the story of Zacharias and Elizabeth, the priesthood, and the grace of God that moves even when prayers feel unanswered and seasons feel barren.

This is a message for anyone who has:

- Remained faithful while waiting

- Served God without seeing change

- Wondered if time has passed them by

- Felt marked by past mistakes, family history, or reproach

You’ll see how God’s grace:

- Qualifies who we think are disqualified

- Answers prayers we’ve stopped believing for

- Removes shame and restores calling

- Prepares the way for His promises

This message is deeply rooted in Scripture, moving from Exodus to Luke, Galatians, 1 Peter, and Revelation, revealing how God establishes a royal priesthood and remains faithful across generations.

Whether you’re listening during the Christmas season or any time of year, this teaching is a reminder that God is faithful, even in the waiting.

Chapters

00:00 The Christmas Spirit and Its Relevance

03:05 Exploring God's Kingdom and the Priesthood

08:51 The Role of the Levites and Their Significance

14:55 The Miracle of John the Baptist's Birth

20:52 Faithfulness Amidst Barrenness

27:01 The Power of Prayer and God's Faithfulness

36:09 The Role of Faithfulness in God's Plan

45:04 The Prophetic Words of Zacharias

57:11 The Christmas Miracle: Hope and Redemption

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

In this episode, we continue the study through 1 Kings 20, building on the story of Elijah and shifting focus to King Ahab and Israel’s next battle. What unfolds is a powerful lesson on preparation, obedience, and trusting God’s plan even when the threat feels overwhelming.

I walk you through how God delivers Israel against impossible odds, not once but twice, and why the instruction to “strengthen yourself” matters just as much after victory as it does before the fight. This teaching unpacks the danger of fear-based surrender, the cost of partial obedience, and how misplaced mercy can lead to missed purpose.

You’ll hear why God’s deliverance is always tied to knowing who He is, how obedience protects what God has entrusted to us, and why preparing spiritually is essential for what lies ahead. This message is a call to sober-minded faith, intentional preparation, and full surrender to God’s will.

If you’re facing uncertainty, feeling pressure from the enemy, or sensing God is calling you to prepare for a new season, this episode will challenge and encourage you to align your plans with His.

Key Scripture References:

• 1 Kings 19–20
• James 4:7
• Romans 12:2
• Psalm 84:11
• Luke 9:23
• Matthew 6:10

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to God's Word and Purpose

02:30 Elijah's Journey and God's Assignments

03:26 The Threat from Ben-Hadad

12:05 Ahab's Response and God's Assurance

22:29 Victory Against the Syrians

30:32 Preparing for Future Battles

34:31 Strengthening Yourself for Growth

35:16 The Power of Faith Over Finances

36:13 God's Sovereignty in Battle

39:05 The Church's Reflection of God's Power

40:19 The Consequences of Disobedience

46:37 The Importance of Annihilating Sin

52:32 The Call to Obedience

54:28 Understanding God's Will

01:00:24 Trusting God's Plan

01:05:53 Living a Life of Surrender

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

In this follow-up to “Lord, I’ve Had Enough”, we look at the next stage of Elijah’s journey, the moment when he believes his calling is over. This episode focuses on how easily we misread our circumstances, assume something has ended too soon, and forget that God alone determines our seasons and assignments.

Elijah thought he was finished. But God wasn’t done with him.

We’ll explore how God corrects Elijah’s perspective, renews his purpose, restores his strength, and leads him into a fresh assignment. If you feel like quitting, questioning your season, or wondering if your purpose has run out, this teaching will help you see the situation through God’s eyes.

It’s not over until God says it’s over.

Where to dive in:

00:00 – Welcome and Why This Episode Follows the Last One

01:12 – When Life Looks “Over”: Elijah’s Perspective Problem

04:01 – Necessary Endings vs. Quitting Too Soon

07:22 – Seeing Yourself in Elijah’s Exhaustion

10:44 – How Wrong Thoughts Shape Our Season

12:19 – God Restores Elijah: Rest, Nourishment, Presence

22:20 – Hearing God Clearly and Receiving New Purpose

32:10 – “It’s Not Over Until God Says It’s Over”

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

Depression, burnout, and how God meets us there through the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19.

As we head into the holiday season, so many of us especially those in ministry are carrying silent exhaustion. You want to serve, you want to help people, you want to glorify the Lord… but the weight of it all can feel crushing. In this episode, I walk through Elijah’s story in 1 Kings 19 and show you seven specific ways God dealt with his exhaustion, depression, and burnout and how He wants to minister to you in the same way.

If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t do this anymore,” or even like Elijah, “Lord, just take my life,” this conversation is for you. You are not faithless. You’re exhausted. And God has a very tender, very intentional way of meeting you in that place.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- Why even strong believers and leaders hit the wall

- How exhaustion and fear distort how you see yourself and your calling

- What Elijah’s story reveals about isolation, rumination, and “I’m the only one” thinking

- The difference between spiritual failure and simply being worn out

- How God restores your strength and re-establishes your purpose

Where to dive in:

00:00 – Welcome & Holiday Overwhelm

02:40 – Elijah’s Exhaustion Begins

09:50 – Running for His Life

13:30 – God’s Care: Rest, Touch, Nourishment

17:10 – The Still Small Voice

30:10 – Correcting Elijah’s Thinking

36:20 – Renewed Purpose

39:20 – Prayer & Encouragement

If you’re on the edge of burnout or quietly battling depression, this is your invitation to let God reset your body, mind, and spirit.

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

Imagine nurturing a seed for years, only to wonder if it will ever sprout. This week, my sister Jenny Brown joins us on a heartfelt journey to explore the profound lessons in patience from nature and scripture. We reflect on the wisdom of James 5:7 and draw inspiration from the incredible resilience of the Chinese bamboo tree, which teaches us that growth often happens beneath the surface long before it becomes visible. Pastor Harry Saylor enriches our conversation with a story about ancient seeds that retained their vitality over centuries, reminding us that persistence and faith can bridge the gap between our efforts and their eventual fruition.

Together, we tackle the cultural struggle between the need for instant results and the enduring value of patience. With Jenny's insights, we emphasize the importance of cultivating deep roots in our faith, communities, and careers to withstand life's inevitable storms. We share stories of personal faith and trust in divine guidance, even when circumstances feel daunting, like a family navigating a challenging house purchase. Our talk underscores the importance of character over charisma and encourages you to trust in God's provision, holding tight to the belief that your seeds will bloom in their season. Join us for a conversation that nourishes the spirit and encourages you to keep sowing seeds of faith and patience.

Where to dive in:

(00:08) Sowing Seeds

(10:43) Cultivating Patience and Delayed Harvest

(18:57) Trusting in God's Provision

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

In this episode, I sit with my sister, Jenny Brown, to talk about a powerful biblical principle that affects every part of your life. If you want to reap, you have to plant. What you sow is what you will harvest, and Scripture shows that God works through very specific seasons and appointed times.

We walk through Ecclesiastes 3 and the many scriptures that talk about time, what it means to sow intentionally, how to avoid careless seed, and how to trust God with the outcome. Jenny also shares practical stories and powerful lessons about obedience, prayer, timing, and the everyday seeds that shape our future.

If you have been praying and waiting, or if you feel like you are in a season of drought, this message will help you see your moment in a new light. God has appointed times for travail, growth, and happiness. Your job is to plant with intention. God is the Lord of the Harvest.

In this episode you will learn:

• Why time in Scripture has multiple meanings and why that matters for your season

• The spiritual principle of sowing and reaping

• Why your words, actions, and attitude are seeds

• Why careless seeds produce unwanted harvests

• Why obedience in the moment matters

• How to plant for the future you want

• Why you cannot control the outcome

• Why God controls the harvest and the timing

Key Scriptures:

• Genesis 18.10
• Genesis 24.11
• Genesis 38.27
• Ecclesiastes 3
• Ephesians 6.7-8
• Luke 6.31-38
• Galatians 6.7
• Romans 12.1

If this message encourages you, make sure to subscribe so you can hear part two of this teaching next week.

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/