Before Midnight Podcast

About Before Midnight Podcast

Making the Most of a Transformed Life ✨

Publisher

Felicia and Jessica

Category

religion & spirituality · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Sept 2023

Latest episode

27 Feb 2025

Latest episodes

61 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Feb 2025

   Episode 62: Trusting God Through Life's Storms

   Welcome back to the Before Midnight podcast, where faith meets real life. In this heartfelt episode, your hosts Felicia and Jessica dive into the powerful and timely topic of trusting God through the storms of life. As we step into the spring season — a time of renewal and growth — it's the perfect moment to reflect on how we can anchor our hearts in God's promises, even when life feels anything but steady. ✨ Episode Summary:Life doesn't always go according to plan — wildfires rage (as we've seen here in Southern California), unexpected trials arise, and fear can easily creep in. But how do we hold onto faith when everything feels out of control? This episode explores what it truly means to trust God, not just with words but with unwavering faith. Felicia and Jessica share personal stories of facing literal and figurative fires, reminding us that God's faithfulness is the foundation we can always stand on. Key Takeaways: ️Trust Beyond Circumstances: Real trust in God means surrendering control — it's not about clinging to a timeline or expecting answers overnight, but about believing in His perfect plan, even when we can’t see the full picture. ️Standing on God's Promises: While we may not have a promise that the storm will end tomorrow, we DO have promises like Isaiah 55:8-9 — "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the Lord. ️Faith Over Fear: When trials come, it’s easy to focus on the "what ifs" — but true faith means focusing on the Who — the One who never changes. ️The Breadcrumbs of His Faithfulness: Just like Hansel and Gretel followed breadcrumbs, God often gives us small glimpses of His faithfulness, guiding us step by step. We may not have a floodlight on the path ahead, but His light will always shine for the next step. ️Remember and Reflect: Just as the Israelites built monuments to remember God's miracles, we too should create modern-day “faith markers” — journaling answered prayers or writing dates next to Bible verses — so we can remind ourselves of His past faithfulness. ✨ A Message of Hope: As spring blooms around us, let this season remind you that God is always at work — even in the waiting. Just like Joseph's journey from the pit to the palace, God often uses our hardest seasons to prepare us for a future greater than we can imagine. If you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck, take heart — you're not alone. God walks with you, step by step, breadcrumb by breadcrumb. Trust His voice, embrace the journey, and keep moving forward with courage.

2. 

   6 Feb 2025

   Episode 61: How to Simplify Your Goals & Actually Achieve Them This Year

   Welcome back to Before Midnight! We’re kicking off 2025 with an honest conversation about goal setting, balance, and trusting God’s plan. Let’s be real—achieving our dreams while juggling life’s responsibilities is no small task. The year may have already thrown unexpected challenges our way (fires, emergency alerts, and more), but that doesn’t mean we have to abandon our goals. Instead, we can set intentions with peace and flexibility. Finding Balance in Goal Setting Too often, we fall into an all-or-nothing mindset. We either chase our goals with tunnel vision—neglecting other important areas of life—or we become overwhelmed and quit before we even start. But balance is key. Your goals should work with your life, not against it. Recognizing the Season You’re In Before setting goals, take a moment to reflect: What season am I in? Are you in a season of rest? A season of growth? Maybe a season of transition? Not every season is meant for massive achievement. Aligning your goals with where God has you right now will lead to greater peace and success. The Power of Simplicity Let’s not overcomplicate things. It’s easy to set ambitious goals, only to burn out before February. Instead, focus on clarity and purpose. What truly matters to you? What steps will actually move you forward? Keep it simple, and make space for joy in the process. Trusting God’s Guidance We can make all the plans we want, but ultimately, God’s direction is what leads us to the best outcome. Proverbs 3:5-6reminds us to lean on God’s wisdom rather than rigid plans. Sometimes, our path takes unexpected turns, but that doesn’t mean we’re off track—it means God is guiding us in a better direction. SMART Goals for Success A practical way to ensure your goals are effective is by using the SMART method: Specific – Clearly define your goal. Measurable – Track your progress. Achievable – Set goals that are realistic for your season of life. Relevant – Align them with your purpose and values. Time-bound – Set a deadline to stay focused.

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   18 Dec 2024

   Episode 60: How to Be Gracious Without Becoming a Doormat

   Whether it's holiday parties and events or your church's Nursery team who always seems to need volunteers, there's a million opportunities for us to lend a helping hand. But there's also just as many opportunities to step into something we shouldn't. During a season that's most known for "being gracious" how can we make sure we keep healthy boundaries in place so we can come out in the New Year ready to take on life. Is it simply that gracious people get walked all over on? Or is there a balance that can be found? Grab your bible and a perhaps a peppermint mocha and let's chat about how we can be gracious to others without completely becoming a doormat this season. ☕️ In this episode we’ll chat about: What being gracious looks like - and perhaps the wrong ways it's been taught What it looks like to become a doormat and ways to steer clear of this flattening fate What our guide should be when taking on new commitments What it means to find our grace from Jesus and how to bring it to others, no matter how they treat us

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6 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 56 / 100

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Social presence

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Engagement

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