The Jessica Jená Podcast

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Cultivating: Identity, Mindset & Voice

Episodes

  • Tired, Waiting, & Becoming

    In this episode, we’re praying for the woman who has been carrying too much for too long. The woman who is tired, discouraged by delay, overwhelmed financially, trying to get back into alignment with God, and believing Him for a new thing.…

  • Time to Cast

    What have you been carrying that God never asked you to hold onto? In this episode of the Jessica Jená Podcast, we’re talking about the weight of worry, disappointment, fear, offense, pressure, and control…and how so many of us are exhaust…

  • You May Not Understand It Right Now

    You may not understand what God is doing now…..keep going anyway! xoxo, Jess

  • While You Wait

    What do you do in the waiting season? In this episode, I’m sitting in tension with you. The in-between time, the not yet time, the “God, I know You said it… But I don’t see it yet.” Inspired by Isaiah 40:31 and Psalms 27:14, we’re talking…

  • Preference

    What if the very thing you prefer is the thing holding you back? In this episode, we’re having a real conversation about how our preferenceslwhat we like, what feels comfortable, what we’re used to, can sometimes get in the way of what God…

  • Starve the Distractions

    In this episode, we’re getting real about distractions. What they look like, how they show up, and how they can quietly pull us away from who God is calling us to be. I’m talking about choosing not to settle… especially when it comes to re…

  • Meant for More

    Have you ever had that quiet knowing in your spirit that your life is supposed to look different? Like you’re doing well and checking the boxes, but something inside you keeps whispering that there’s more? In this episode, I share how a bl…

  • Keep Holding On

    Purchase your devotinal here: https://payhip.com/b/o2t1l There’s a season many of us don’t talk about, the season where you’re still believing God, but quietly wondering if He has something more for you… or if you should be further along b…

  • Waiting to Exhale Pt. 2

    In this Waiting to Exhale, Pt. 2 episode, I’m sitting with a question from the opening scene of Waiting to Exhale that hit different as an adult: Do you know where you want to be tonight, and do you know where you want to be next year? Thi…

  • Waiting to Exhale

    Watching Waiting to Exhale as an adult hits differently. In this episode, I reflect on the powerful life lessons we can pull from Savannah, Bernadine, Robin, and Gloria, and how their journeys around love, healing, identity, and self-worth…

  • He Has Need of You

    I pray that this episode reaches whoever needs it. xoxo, Jess

  • Your Response Matters

    There comes a moment when you realize you can’t respond the way everyone else does. Not because you’re better but because you’re called. In this episode, I’m talking about why your response matters, how frustration can tempt you to react y…

  • While You Wait

    Waiting on God can feel uncomfortable, quiet, and confusing. In this episode, we talk about what to do while you’re waiting, how to remind your situation who God is, how to remind your flesh of what He’s already done, and how to stay faith…

  • Choose a Side

    There comes a moment when you have to choose a side. Will you keep pouring into who you used to be, or will you finally cultivate the woman God has been calling you to become? In this episode, I’m talking about the tension so many of us fe…

  • The Weight of What You Carry

    In this episode, we reflect on Genesis 25:29–34 and the story of Esau and Jacob to talk about what happens when we don’t fully understand the weight of what we carry. How often do we make decisions out of hunger, exhaustion, or impatience:…

  • Formless and Empty

    New year, same realness. xoxo, Jess

  • Have the Audacity

    In this powerful episode of The Jessica Jená Podcast, we’re talking about the connection between letting go and walking in audacity for the future. If you’ve ever felt stuck between where you’ve been and where God is calling you next, this…

  • Try Again

    In this episode, Jessica Jená explores what happens when you give God a consistent version of you. Consistent surrender, obedience, and follow-through. If you’ve started before but fell off, this is your nudge to try again with intention a…

  • Are You That Somebody?

    In this episode, Jess explores Matthew 25:14-30 and challenges you to step boldly into your God-given assignment. You are the answer to a question and the solution to a problem, but only if you’re willing to use what God placed in your han…

  • He Wasn’t Man Enough

    In this week’s episode, Jess shares how God shifts your perspective when you start to see yourself through His eyes. The title, “He Wasn’t Man Enough,” isn’t about the man, it’s about the moment you realize God is calling you higher, and y…

  • It Didn’t Kill You

    Some seasons tried to take you out: emotionally, spiritually, and mentally. But the truth is… it didn’t kill you. In this episode, I’m unpacking the story of the man in Mark 5 who went from living among tombs to sitting clothed and in his…

  • The Soft Life Still Requires Strength

    Sis, let’s be real! The soft life looks good, but it’s not always easy. In this episode, I’m diving into what it really means to live softly in a complex world. The truth is, softness still requires strength. It takes strength to choose pe…

  • Giving You Your Flowers

    Sis, this episode is personal. I just wanted to pause for a moment and give you your flowers. Not when you “make it,” not when things finally fall into place, but right now. Whether you’re walking through a heavy season, showing up as a si…

  • You’re Too Oily for This

    Sis, you’re too oily for this. In this episode, we’re talking about the power of the oil on your life, the anointing that still flows even when you’re overlooked, tested, or tired. From David’s story, I’ll remind you that your battles are…

  • The Effects of Grace

    This week on The Jessica Jená Podcast, we’re diving into just one powerful line from 1 Corinthians 15:10: “His grace to me was not without effect.” Grace isn’t just something we talk about; it leaves a lasting impact on our lives. In this…

  • For the Sufferers

    Let’s talk about the promise tucked inside 1 Peter 5:10. The Word says that after you’ve suffered a little while, God Himself will restore you, support you, strengthen you, and place you on a firm foundation. In this episode, I’m breaking…

  • Reevaluate Your Ask

    Are your prayers too small? In this episode, I unpack why so many of us limit our prayers to “just enough” and how that mindset can hold us back from experiencing God’s best. I explore the fears, doubts, and past disappointments that cause…

  • Settling in His Season

    In this episode, I’m sharing what it looks like to truly settle into where God has you right now. I’ll talk about trusting His perfect timing, resting in His good nature, and embracing the season you’re in, even when it doesn’t look like w…

  • Balancing Act

    In this episode, I’m diving into the struggle of balancing motherhood, career, and everything else life throws at us. I’ll be sharing some practical tips I’ve learned along the way, like setting boundaries, embracing flexibility, and prior…

  • Loving Yourself

    In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic I know we all need: how to heal from the inside and learn to love ourselves again. Whether you’ve been hurt in the past, struggled with self-doubt, or need a reminder that you're worthy of love…

  • An Oily “No”

    In this episode, we’re talking about the kind of “no” that still carries oil. Sometimes God’s “no” doesn’t make sense in the moment, but it’s better to have a “no” that’s in His will than a “yes” that takes you outside of it. What if His “…

  • Corrected Vision

    In this episode, I dive deep into the concept of "corrected vision" and explore how it can transform your life and purpose. Through the stories of Queen Vashti, Esther, and the blind man healed by Jesus, I unpack how corrected vision isn’t…

  • Blurred Vision

    In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that many of us experience at some point: blurred vision. Whether it’s uncertainty in our purpose, fear of the unknown, or simply not being able to see the path ahead clearly, we’ve all faced m…

  • Limited Vision

    In this episode, I’m diving into the story of Abraham in Genesis 22 and how his obedience, despite not knowing the full picture, teaches us so much about walking by faith when we can only see what's right in front of us. How often do we fi…

  • Don’t Be Consumed, Abide.

    In this episode of The Jessica Jená Podcast, we’re talking about something I know we all struggle with from time to time: getting back into a posture of abiding when life has been consuming us. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, distracte…

  • Idols, Come Down

    In today’s episode, we’re diving into a powerful word from Ezekiel 6:3-7 that God has been pressing on my heart. He’s coming after the idols, high places, and altars in our lives, and trust me, this is a message we all need to hear. We’ll…

  • Worrying Like an Unbeliever

    In this episode, we’re getting real about something so many of us silently battle—worry. What does it mean when Jesus tells us not to worry like unbelievers do? Worry doesn’t just drain us—it distracts us from trusting God and robs us of p…

  • Waiting Well

    What if your waiting season was more about how you wait than how long you wait? In this episode, I’m sharing a simple but powerful lesson I learned from my daughter’s excitement about starting gymnastics—and how it reminded me of what it r…

  • Rooted in The Right Things

    Sis,It's not enough to be planted—you have to be rooted. In this episode, we’re talking about how being rooted in the right things—God’s Word, His presence, and His promises—makes all the difference in what you produce.Because truth be tol…

  • What Season Are You In?

    Sis… whew. You ever feel like you’re doing everything right and still not seeing the results? This one’s for you. In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to be patient in the process—when God has you in a season of stretc…

  • Hot Girl Pt. 2

    In this follow-up to last week’s episode, we’re taking the “Hot Girl” conversation deeper. Because yes, we want to be HOT—Humble, Obedient, and Transformed—but there’s more to it than posting scriptures and rocking a cute faith-based tee.…

  • Hot Girl

    Let’s be real—when you hear “Hot Girl,” your first thought probably isn’t Jesus… but we’re flipping the narrative! In this episode, I’m redefining what it means to be a HOT Girl in the Kingdom: * Humble * Obedient * Transformed We’re talki…

  • It Happened, Now LIVE!

    Sis… it happened. You went through the fire, the heartbreak, the disappointment—and you made it out. Now it’s time to live again. This episode is the follow-up to It Had to Happen, but now we’re talking about what comes after the storm. Be…

  • It Had to Happen

    Sometimes, the very things we wish we could avoid are the things God is using to prepare us for our next level. In this episode, we’re diving into John 13:7 and unpacking why the struggles, delays, and detours were all part of God’s divine…

  • She’s Gotta Have It

    What was the last thing God instructed you to do? So many of us are praying for clarity, open doors, and breakthroughs, but the truth is… what you desire is on the other side of your obedience. God isn’t waiting to give you a new word; He’…

  • Let’s Get Real

    Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJessicaJenaPodcast "It gets greater later" - Bevy Smith

  • That Girl

    Sister, I pray that you start to see yourself as God sees you! Don't forget to subscribe and share this week's episode! Join our Youtube family here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJessicaJenaPodcast xoxo, Jess

  • What Does Your Faith Say?

    We speak so much with our words, and sometimes even more with the posture of our hearts. But have you ever stopped to wonder—what does your faith say? What is your faith saying to God? And what is your faith saying to your circumstances? T…

  • Don’t Waste Your Authority

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  • Pick Up Your Mat

    And just like that...it's a wrap! I pray this final episode of 2024 speaks to the hearts of those that need it the most! xoxo, Jess