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Proverbs 31 Devotional

Proverbs 31 Devotional

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Why Do We Wait to Be Kind?
When I was going through chemo, I noticed something I have not been able to unlearn since. The moment people found out I had cancer, their whole face would change. A pharmacy clerk would slow down. A cashier at Publix would mean it when she called me sweetheart. And I would drive home and wonder — why do we wait until someone is sick to be kind? In this solo episode, we sit with Proverbs 31:20 — "She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy" — and talk about the difference between polite and kind, why we keep a register of real kindness locked away for people we know are suffering, and what it would mean to live the other way. If you're a tired, devoted woman carrying something nobody can see — pull up a chair. ⏱ Chapters01:00 — The pharmacy clerk who changed everything04:00 — A cashier at Publix that gave me hope06:30 — Sitting with Proverbs 31:2007:30 — Two words that change everything: opens and extends12:30 — The lie about kindness most women believe15:00 — How God moves toward you (and what chesed means)19:30 — Three questions to sit with this week22:30 — One small practice25:00 — A benediction for the woman carrying something invisible27:00 — Where to go next 📖 Anchor verse: Proverbs 31:20 💌 Come sit at the table with us:Join the In Her Image community on Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/groups/inherimage 📚 Go deeper:In Her Image: A 31-Day Devotional Journey Through Proverbs 31 — available on Amazon. https://amzn.to/4eZFAEA Signed copies at andreajohn.com/resources #InHerImage #Proverbs31 #ChristianWomen #FaithPodcast #KindnessMatters #CancerSurvivor #ChristianWomenPodcast
May 20
42 min
How to see God in every day moments
What if being a "visionary" isn't about seeing far into the future, but learning to recognize God in the moments right in front of you? In this episode of the In Her Image Podcast, I sit down with Rachel for a conversation that is both deeply personal and incredibly eye-opening. Rachel shares how God has spoken to her throughout her life—not in abstract ways, but through real, tangible, undeniable moments. From simple daily encounters to powerful confirmations, her story will challenge the way you think about how God communicates. Because what if He's already speaking and we're just not recognizing it? Together, we explore what it really means to be a visionary woman; not just someone who looks ahead, but someone who learns to see God in the present. In this episode, we talk about: ✨ How to recognize God's voice in your everyday life ✨ Why God often gives us "pieces" instead of the full picture ✨ The role of faith, trust, and obedience in walking with Him ✨ How documenting what God shows you can strengthen your faith ✨ Why community matters when you're growing spiritually ✨ And how learning to see God changes everything This conversation will encourage you to slow down, pay attention, and begin to notice the ways God may already be moving in your life. Because when you start to see Him, you can't unsee Him. 🎧 If this episode spoke to you, be sure to share it with a friend and continue the conversation with us. Because you were created to see differently… and live from that place 🤍 🔗 Teaching on imagination and activation mentioned https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcujCbFAZH4&list=PLh7BFXSzTZpEZvq2VNcF-KWaVaGx81pSM
Apr 21
55 min
Purpose, Calling, and Why You Still Feel Stuck
What if the reason you feel stuck isn't because you're not doing enough, but because you're out of alignment? In this episode of the In Her Image Podcast, I sit down with Cari Bordley for a powerful and eye-opening conversation on what it truly means to live a purposeful life. We go beyond surface-level ideas of purpose and dive into the foundation that everything is built on: identity. The truth is purpose doesn't start with what you do. It starts with who you are. Cari shares her personal story of what she calls a "holy shift"—a moment that changed everything and realigned her life with God's design. From there, we unpack the difference between purpose and calling, why so many women feel stuck or burned out, and how misalignment can quietly keep you from walking in the life you were created for. We also talk about: ✨ Why doing more isn't the answer when things aren't working ✨ How identity unlocks clarity in your purpose ✨ The role of alignment in living a fruitful and meaningful life ✨ Why faith without action keeps you stuck ✨ And how simple obedience can begin to shift everything This conversation is deep, honest, and full of truth that will challenge the way you think and invite you into something more. If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your direction… this episode will help you come back to the foundation and move forward with clarity. 🔗 Connect with Cari 🌐 ⁠https://caribordley.com 🌐 https://www.brilliantlyunstoppable.com 🎧 Be sure to subscribe, share this episode with a friend, and continue the conversation with us. When you live on purpose, you don't just change your life—you impact everything around you
Apr 14
58 min
Goodness isn't being "nice"
What does it really mean to be good? In this episode of the In Her Image Podcast, I sits down with Juanita for an honest and practical conversation about the character trait of goodness and why it's so much deeper than simply being "nice." Together, we unpack how goodness is rooted in God's nature, why it is one of the fruit of the Spirit, and what it looks like to live it out in real life — especially in hard seasons, difficult relationships, and moments when boundaries are necessary. In this conversation, they explore: Why goodness is not about people-pleasing How goodness is connected to being beneficial to others The role of boundaries in protecting what God is growing in you Why hard seasons don't have to darken the goodness within you How to stay connected to Christ so trials don't change who you are Juanita also shares from her journey as a young mom and talks about the importance of creating support and community for women in tender seasons of life. If you've ever struggled with the tension between being loving and setting boundaries, or wondered how to remain good when life feels hard, this episode will encourage you. Website: http://juanitaphilips.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juanitaphilipsmom? Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DUUBU5m6w/ In Her Image Book Club Join the book club: https://www.andreajohn.com/ihibookclub You can grab your copy in the format that works best for you: 📖 Paperback📱 Kindle: 🎧 Audio: https://www.andreajohn.com/resources
Mar 18
59 min
Justice, God's Way
What comes to mind when you hear the word justice? For many of us, it's tied to fear, punishment, and judgment — a distant man in a robe, a final verdict, and the anxiety of getting it wrong, but Scripture paints a very different picture. In this solo episode, Andrea sits with the Proverbs 31 character trait Just and shares how discovering God as Judge radically reshaped her understanding of justice, and her relationship with God. Biblical justice isn't about punishment for punishment's sake. It's about restoration, wholeness, and shalom. In this episode, you'll hear: Why God's justice is rooted in love, not fear How Scripture defines justice as making things whole, not just fair The difference between punishment and restoration Why forgiveness and justice must walk hand in hand What it looks like to live justly in everyday life Through Scripture, personal reflection, and practical examples, Andrea invites you to reframe justice through God's heart and to see how living justly can bring healing not only to individuals, but to families, communities, and relationships. If you've ever struggled with the idea of God as Judge, or felt tension between justice, mercy, and forgiveness, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and hope. 📖 In Her Image: A Proverbs 31 Devotional Explore the character traits of Proverbs 31 through identity, not performance. 👉 https://amzn.to/3Zgma5i Get a signed copy at www.andreajohn.com/inherimagebook 🤍 Join the Private In Her Image Facebook Community A space for reflection, conversation, and growing together. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/320055009356409 🎧 New episodes release weekly. If this episode encouraged you, please share it, leave a review, or send it to another woman who needs to hear it.
Feb 24
33 min
How to Advocate
What does it actually mean to be an advocate, in a way that's biblical, practical, and rooted in love? In today's episode, I'm joined by Shirley Chancellor, and this conversation will expand your view of advocacy far beyond something "formal" or "public." Shirley breaks it down in a way that feels doable in everyday life: coming alongside someone with wisdom, encouragement, prayer, and support without slipping into rescuing, controlling, or taking over. Together, we talk about: Why Shirley chose the character trait Advocate The difference between being an advocate vs. being a rescuer What advocacy looks like in real life (parenting, education, friendships, church, and even advocating for yourself) Why prayer is one of the most powerful forms of advocacy How advocacy is always connected to love, discernment, and heart posture When you may not be the person someone needs and how to handle that with wisdom and peace One practical piece of advice Shirley gives every woman who wants to live as an advocate this week This episode is part of Season 4 of the In Her Image Podcast: Formed — Becoming Who God Made You To Be, where we explore the character traits of the Proverbs 31 woman and rediscover identity through God's nature moving from performance to formation. 📖 The In Her Image Podcast is rooted in my book, In Her Image — a 31-day Proverbs 31 devotional focused on one trait at a time, with space for reflection and real-life application. You can order the book on Amazon or your favorite online bookstore. If you're in the US, you can also get a signed copy directly from my website. Available on Amazon - https://amzn.to/4kBYpOM Signed Copy (US Only) - andreajohn.com/resources If this conversation encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend—those small actions help these conversations reach more women who need them. Until next time… keep becoming who God made you to be. 🤍 Connect with Shirley Chancellor Website: shirleychancellor.com Facebook: @shirleychancellor2020 Deactivating Triggers: https://amzn.to/4tMpp2r
Feb 17
56 min
Refocus & Realign
In this episode of the In Her Image Podcast, I sit down with Melissa for an honest and grounding conversation about what it looks like to refocus and realign when life feels noisy, overwhelming, or off-center. Together, we explore how easily distraction, pressure, and expectations can pull us away from who we truly are, and how realignment isn't about doing more, but about returning to what matters most. This conversation invites you to slow down, breathe, and ask deeper questions: Where do I need to realign my heart, my priorities, or my perspective? What does it look like to come back to myself, and to God, with honesty and grace? Melissa shares her personal insights, lived experiences, and the quiet wisdom she's gained through seasons of recalibration. This episode isn't about quick fixes or self-improvement — it's about awareness, presence, and choosing alignment over autopilot. Fully Overcome by Christ Unified in Service to our King If you've been feeling stretched thin, disconnected, or in need of clarity, this conversation is an invitation to pause and reset. 📖 In Her Image: A Proverbs 31 Devotional This podcast is rooted in the In Her Image devotional, which explores identity and character through the lens of Scripture. 👉 Available on Amazon and online bookstores worldwide: https://amzn.to/3Zgma5i US listeners can find signed copies at www.andreajohn.com/inherimagebook 🤍 Join the Private In Her Image Facebook Community Continue the conversation, reflect with others, and grow together. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/320055009356409 🎧 New episodes release weekly. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with someone who might need a moment to refocus and realign.
Feb 10
42 min
Parenting Through The Eyes of Teens
In this opening episode of Season 4: Formed – Becoming Who God Made You to Be, Andrea sits down with two very special guests , her daughters, Ana and Alisha,for an honest, unscripted conversation about wise counsel and parenting through the eyes of teens. Proverbs 31 opens with wisdom passed down from a mother to her son, and this episode leans into that heart: What does wise counsel actually look like lived out in real life, especially within the parent-child relationship? Together, they talk candidly about: what wise counsel has looked like from their perspective what Andrea has done well as a mom areas where growth and learning still matter and how wisdom is often formed through relationship This conversation is thoughtful, vulnerable, and full of perspective, especially for parents who want to lead with love, humility, and intention rather than control. Whether you're parenting teens, younger children, or simply learning how to live wisely in your relationships, this episode sets the tone for the season: formation happens through real conversations, lived experience, and grace. 📖 In Her Image: A Proverbs 31 Devotional Explore the character traits of the Proverbs 31 woman through identity, not performance. 👉 Purchase on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4qhzkKe 🤍 Join the Private In Her Image Facebook Community A space for conversation, reflection, and growth alongside the podcast. 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/320055009356409
Feb 3
56 min
Trailer - Season 3: In His Presence
Have you ever started a new year with the best of intentions—plans, goals, vision boards—only to feel overwhelmed just weeks later? Season 3 of the In Her Image podcast is an invitation to begin differently. Instead of striving, performing, or trying to do more, this season is about slowing down and returning to what matters most: who you are becoming in God's presence. In this trailer, Andrea John shares the heart behind Season 3, titled In His Presence—a season rooted not in pressure, but in rest. A season where identity comes before action, and becoming matters more than doing. Throughout the month of January, you'll hear short, five-minute daily meditations designed to help you pause, reflect, and let truth settle into your heart. Each episode aligns with a chapter from In Her Image, but every meditation stands on its own—meeting you right where you are, whether you're in quiet time, on a walk, in the car, or moving through the rhythms of your day. This journey isn't about striving to "be" the Proverbs 31 woman. It's about discovering who you already are as a woman made in God's image—and allowing your life to flow from that place. If you're longing for rest, clarity, grounding, and peace that doesn't depend on circumstances, Season 3 is for you. 📖 Buy the book, In Her Image 👉https://amzn.to/3XYw5M3 👥 Join the January Book Club 👉 In Her Image Book ClubYou'll also find a free Bible App reading plan available to follow along, even if you don't have the book. Check it out here: https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/54110
Dec 16
14 min
S2E7: Behind the Book
Have you ever wondered what really goes into writing a devotional? Not the polished cover… not the final design… but the heart, tears, prayers, and healing that shape every page? In this episode, Andrea takes you behind the scenes of In Her Image: A 31-Day Devotional Journey Through Proverbs 31 and shares the story most people never see. This book wasn't born from a desire to publish another project—it was born from Andrea's own journey of asking, "Who am I, really? And how do I live as a woman made in God's image?" Through honest storytelling, she opens up about seasons of feeling small, disconnected, inadequate, and overwhelmed… and how God gently rewrote her identity with truth, dignity, and purpose. You'll hear how this devotional became a place for other women to discover the same freedom and why every day in the book was designed to help you hear God's voice personally. ✨ In this episode, you'll hear: The real story behind writing In Her Image How God used Andrea's struggles to shape the devotional Why this book is more than words—it's an invitation A powerful reflection to help you recognize what God is writing in your story 💜 Join the private Facebook community: www.facebook.com/groups/inherimage 📘 Pre-order your devotional (10% off during November!): www.andreajohn.com/inherimagepreorder Use promo code PREORDER10 at checkout. If you've ever doubted your worth, questioned your purpose, or felt like you had to "earn" your identity, this episode will speak straight to your heart. Because God has been writing your story all along—and every page carries His image.
Nov 18
7 min
Day 31: In His Image
Welcome to the final episode of the In Her Image podcast devotional! Over the past 31 days, we've explored the beautiful qualities of the Proverbs 31 woman and how her life is a reflection of God's heart. Today's episode wraps up our journey with a challenge to reflect on all we've learned and take the next step in becoming more like her, so we can become more like Him. In Proverbs 31, we see a woman whose strength, wisdom, and love shine through every aspect of her life. But she isn't perfect—she relies on God's grace and strength to live out these qualities. Just as God has created us in His image, He's equipped us to reflect His love, light, creativity, fatherhood, and justice in our daily lives. By embracing these attributes, we can live with purpose, knowing we are reflecting God's character in everything we do. If today's episode resonates with you, I encourage you to take it a step further. Check out my book In His Image to dive deeper into how God's five key attributes can guide you on your journey to reflecting His heart more fully. You can find In His Image on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B56Q27C6 Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review, and connect with me on social media for more encouragement as you walk towards your purpose and destiny. Instagram: @thejourneywithandrea Facebook: Journey with Andrea John Website: andreajohn.com Thank you for being a part of this journey—I can't wait to continue walking with you towards becoming more like Him.
Jan 31
5 min
Day 28: Reverent
Welcome to Day 28 of the In Her Image podcast! Today, we focus on the powerful message of Proverbs 31:30, "Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised." This verse invites us to reconsider the source of true beauty and value, reminding us that our relationship with God—our reverence for His holiness—is what defines lasting beauty. Today, we explore how we can cultivate that reverence, aligning our hearts with God's will, and live a life marked by true beauty that is rooted in love, integrity, and purpose. In this episode, Andrea reflects on how reverence for God influences our actions, relationships, and how we define ourselves in a world often focused on outward appearances. She shares how we can cultivate a heart that honors God and make lasting beauty a priority, creating purpose and peace in our lives and relationships. Reflecting God's Love: Just as God's love for us is constant, unchanging, and not based on external appearances, we are called to live with reverence for Him, letting His love shape every area of our lives. When we honor God with our hearts, we reflect His goodness and stability, building relationships and legacies that mirror His love. If today's message inspired you, be sure to check out Andrea's book In His Image on www.amazon.com/dp/yourbooklink for more insights into reflecting God's attributes in your life. Join the community: Become part of the In Her Image journey by joining our Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/320055009356409.
Jan 28
6 min
Day 2: Guarding Your Focus
Welcome to Day 2 of the In Her Image podcast! Today, we're diving into Proverbs 31:3, where King Lemuel's mother teaches him an invaluable lesson on guarding his focus. She warns him not to squander his strength on distractions and relationships that may derail his true purpose. In this episode, Andrea John reflects on how we can apply this wisdom to our own lives, especially in a world full of distractions. By evaluating where we direct our time and energy, we can stay focused on what truly matters—living with purpose, integrity, and God's wisdom. 🌿 What to expect in today's episode: The importance of protecting your focus and purpose How distractions can pull us away from our calling Practical ways to align your time and energy with your divine purpose Take a moment today to reflect on your focus, set boundaries, and redirect your attention toward what truly matters. Tune in and join us on this journey of intentional living and divine purpose! Join the private Facebook group to connect with others on this 31-day devotional journey: (1) 31 Days of Proverbs 31 | Facebook Pick up your copy of In His Image here to dive deeper into understanding your true identity as a woman created in God's image: https://amzn.to/41VKHiF Support the Podcast: If today's episode spoke to you, don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review! Let's continue the conversation—share your reflections with me on social media or leave a comment. See you tomorrow!
Jan 2
6 min