Marriage is hard, right? Is there such a thing as happily ever after?

In this beautiful and honest conversation, I sit down with my sweet friend Cara Nitz, a woman with such a tender heart for helping couples grow stronger in their marriages. Cara shares her journey in marriage ministry and opens up about the real, raw, and redemptive work of fighting for your marriage—not just surviving it.

We talk about the power of communication, the importance of healing past wounds, and how understanding the dynamic of masculinity and femininity can bring so much clarity and peace into a relationship. Cara also speaks truth into some of the common struggles couples face—like shame, resentment, and disconnection—and how we can begin to overcome them with intention, grace, and the support of community.

This episode is for anyone who desires a marriage that doesn’t just “make it,” but flourishes. Whether you’re in the thick of it or simply longing to reconnect on a deeper level with your spouse, you’ll feel seen, encouraged, and equipped.

💛 What We Talk About:

Why dreaming together is essential for a thriving marriage

How shame often affects men, and how resentment weighs on women

The role of healing and forgiveness in deepening connection

Learning to truly be present in your relationship

The beauty of embracing our differences as men and women

Why mentorship and community matter in your marriage journey

What it means to fight for each other, not against each other

✨ A Few Powerful Reminders from Cara:

“Dreaming for your marriage is so special.”

“Love is in those little details.”

“You can get through it and come out as pure gold.”

“We don’t have to live triggered all the time.”

“Marriage is a beautiful thing—but it’s real.”

If this episode speaks to your heart, I’d be so grateful if you’d share it with a friend, leave a review, or comment below with what resonated most. Your story matters, and we’re in this together. 💫

Let’s keep showing up for the sacred hustle—one day, one choice, one conversation at a time. 💕

—Rachel

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Author Rebecca George joins Rachel Earp on The Sacred Hustle Podcast to share wisdom from her new book, “You’re Not Too Late: Trusting God’s Timing in a Hurry-Up World.” This Christian women’s podcast episode will encourage anyone struggling to trust God in the waiting seasons of life.

If you've ever wrestled with feeling behind in life—longing for a spouse, waiting for healing, navigating motherhood, or trying to find clarity in your calling—this episode is for you.

Rebecca shares how our seasons of waiting are not wasted, but are sacred invitations to trust a faithful God.

💛 In this episode, we explore:

• How to release the pressure of worldly timelines and lean into divine timing

• Embracing your purpose in every season of life

• Why your longings are not detours but divine conversations

• Encouragement for women in ministry, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and waiting seasons

This is a must-listen for any woman who has ever whispered, “Is it too late for me?” Spoiler alert: it’s not. God's plans are never rushed, and His timing is always right on time.

✨ Listen in and be reminded that your journey is unfolding in sacred timing—and you are exactly where God needs you to be.

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When was the last time you truly rested—not just physically, but deep in your soul?

In a world that glorifies hustle and productivity, we often forget that rest isn’t a reward—it’s a command. And more than that, it’s a gift from God.

In today’s episode of The Sacred Rhythms mini-series, we’re talking about the power of Sabbath rest and why it’s your secret weapon for a more peaceful, faith-filled life. God didn’t design us to run on empty. He calls us to pause, breathe, and trust Him with our time. Because when we make space for rest, we position ourselves to receive more of His presence, His wisdom, and His provision.

✨ In this episode, we’ll chat about:

🌸 What true Sabbath looks like (hint: it’s more than just taking a day off)

🌸 Why rest is an act of faith and surrender

🌸 How keeping the Sabbath strengthens your relationship with God

🌸 Simple ways to slow down and incorporate holy rest into your busy life

If you’ve been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or running on fumes, this conversation will remind you that rest is holy—and it’s exactly what your soul needs to flourish.

📖 Scriptures to Hold Onto:

✨ Exodus 20:8-10 – “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.”

✨ Mark 2:27 – “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.”

✨ Matthew 11:28 – “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

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Rachel 💛

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Feel like you're running the rat race? Me too!

If life feels like a never-ending to-do list and your heart is longing for just a little more peace, this episode of The Sacred Rhythms mini-series is for you.

We live in a world that glorifies busyness, but what if we could hustle differently? What if, instead of feeling drained and overwhelmed, we created space to breathe, rest, and be present—even in the middle of life’s chaos?

Today, we’re talking about how to cultivate peace in a world that constantly pulls at our attention. Because peace isn’t something we find—it’s something we create. And the good news? God has already given us everything we need to live from a place of calm, clarity, and deep-rooted joy.

✨ In this episode, we’ll chat about:
🌸 Why peace isn’t just the absence of noise—it’s the presence of God
🌸 Practical ways to build margin into your day (yes, even if you're busy!)
🌸 How to stop chasing rest and start receiving it
🌸 The power of setting boundaries, slowing down, and trusting God with your time

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched too thin, or like you’re constantly running on empty, this conversation will help you realign your heart, create space for stillness, and invite God’s peace into your daily hustle. Because a busy life doesn’t have to mean a chaotic one. 💛

📖 Scriptures to Hold Onto:
✨ Matthew 11:28 – “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
✨ Psalm 46:10 – “Be still, and know that I am God.”
✨ Isaiah 26:3 – “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you.”

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This episode is part of a special Sacred Rhythms solo mini-series, where we’re slowing down and leaning into the routines that bring peace, purpose, and deeper alignment with God in our everyday lives. Because in a world that pulls us in so many directions, we need rhythms that fill us up instead of wear us out.

Today, we’re talking about the power of morning rituals—those first sacred moments of the day that set the tone for everything that follows. When we begin our mornings with intention, inviting God into our hearts and our hustle, we move through the day with more clarity, joy, and unwavering faith.

✨ In this episode, we’ll chat about:

🌿 How your mornings shape the rest of your day

🌿 The difference between a rushed morning and a rooted morning

🌿 Simple, faith-filled practices to bring more peace & purpose into your routine

🌿 How to invite God into your daily hustle—before the world’s noise rushes in

If you’ve been feeling scattered, stretched thin, or just longing for a deeper connection with the Lord in your daily life, this episode will encourage you to realign, breathe, and step into your day from a place of peace.

📖 Scriptures to hold onto:

🌺 Lamentations 3:22-23 – His mercies are new every morning

🌺 Mark 1:35 – Jesus rising early to pray

🌺 Psalm 5:3 – Lifting our voices to God in the morning

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What’s one simple way you invite God into your mornings? Tag me on Instagram—I can’t wait to read your responses! 💓

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Rachel 💛

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What if beauty is more than just what we see in the mirror?

In this episode of The Sacred Hustle Podcast, we sit down with Ashley Vruwink, a hairstylist, writer, and girl mom who is passionate about helping women flourish from the inside out. Ashley encourages women to seek beauty beyond the surface—embracing holistic wellness, low-tox living, and a faith-centered approach to self-care.

We dive deep into:

✨ Redefining beauty through the lens of faith

✨ How to create clean & healthy beauty habits

✨ Non-toxic swaps for beauty & home

✨ Ancestral wisdom & respecting our bodies as God designed

✨ How faith & beauty are deeply connected

Ashley believes that true fulfillment and beauty come from a life rooted in Christ. If you’ve ever struggled with self-worth, body image, or finding balance in beauty and wellness, this episode is for you.

🎧 Tune in now and discover how to cultivate a sacred, beautiful life—inside and out!

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What would change if you truly believed that you are fully known, fully seen, and fully loved by God?

Have you ever felt like the little things you do in love don’t really make a difference? Or struggled to fully embrace how deeply loved you are by God? If so, this episode is for you!

In this episode of The Sacred Hustle Podcast, I sit down with the incredibly sweet and wise Rachael Adams—author, podcaster, and a woman whose words just wrap around you like a warm hug. We’re diving into the heart of love—what it really means to receive it, live it out, and share it in the everyday moments of life.

Rachael shares her unexpected journey from small-town girl to published author, how God called her to write, and why love in action is at the center of her message. We talk about motherhood, overcoming insecurities, and the power of simple, intentional acts of love—because sometimes, the smallest things carry the biggest impact.

This conversation is an absolute breath of fresh air, and I know you’ll walk away encouraged to love deeper, embrace God’s love for you, and show up with purpose right where you are.

Takeaways from this episode:

💛 Rachael’s journey from an unexpected calling to becoming an author and podcaster
💛 How her first book, A Little Goes a Long Way, reflects her faith journey
💛 The whispers from God that led her to write and share His love
💛 How struggles and motherhood have deepened her experience of God’s love
💛 The heartbeat of her second book, Everyday Prayers for Love—and how God’s love transforms us
💛 The power of love in action and why the small things matter more than we realize
💛 The story behind her podcast, The Love Offering, and her mission to spread encouragement
💛 Overcoming insecurities and embracing the truth of being loved apart from what we do

This entire episode is a love letter to the women who feel unseen, to the ones who pour out day after day, and to the hearts longing to rest in the security of God’s love. You are so loved. And that love? It’s worth sharing.

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💭 Do you ever feel like life is moving so fast that you barely have time to catch your breath? 💭 On this week’s episode of The Sacred Hustle Podcast, I sit down with my dear friend Rachel D. Baker to explore how we can create breathing room in the middle of life’s demands (Double Dose of Rachels!). As a chronic pain & illness warrior, special needs mom, and woman with ADHD, Rachel deeply understands the battle of doing All The Things for everyone else while trying to keep your head above water. Rachel shares her powerful journey from teacher to speaker, writer, and podcaster, opening up about the challenges of balancing responsibilities, understanding God’s timing, and prioritizing rest and self-care. We dive into the beauty of intentional living, the courage to embrace your worth, and the freedom that comes from knowing you are enough. Together, we explore how to approach hustle with authenticity and grace, letting go of comparison and finding joy in the process. If you’re craving space to breathe and a little extra encouragement to live abundantly, this episode is a must-listen. Let’s step into this sacred conversation together. ✨ If you would love to learn how to speak and listen with more intention, make sure to grab this free devotional created by Rachel Earp: The Sacred Words Learn more about Rachel D Baker HERE

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