The Esme Graff Podcast

SUMMER AND JESUS

Join Esme for practical advice on staying connected with God and your church community during summer downtime.
This episode is perfect for single moms prioritizing faith and connection when vacations aren’t an option. Discover tips for nurturing your faith and staying engaged with your community, even during a break from work. Don’t miss this uplifting discussion, offering insights for enhancing your summer with spiritual growth and support! Scripture: Psalms 19:1-4
 

MOTHERHOOD AND WHAT I'VE LEARNED FROM GOD

Welcome to today's episode, where I explore the profound lessons from the season of motherhood through a spiritual lens. Join me as we delve into three key insights that have helped me grow in faith and have more appreciation for my journey with God.1. Understanding God created me uniquely.
2. God's love for me is boundless and personal.
3. God loves each of His children unconditionally and equally. 
Scripture: John 3:16, Ecclesiastes 3:1

NO FEAR: THIS IS LIVING

In this episode, Esme discusses the heart of this podcast: empowering divorced single moms to walk in this season, knowing that this is not the end and there is a future brighter than the sun ahead. But I also want to encourage all women to live out their faith & calling regardless of the season they're in.
Kenya Gantenbein drops in to discuss ways to confidently do what God has called you to without worrying about what people say.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians12:6

Universal Purpose for Women

In today's episode, Esme dives deep into the group calling she wants to encourage Christian women to practice and adopt as daily habits. As believers, we're called to personal growth and service within the collective body of Christ.
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11, 1 Peter 4:10, Proverbs 14:1

MY PURPOSE: I WAS CREATED FOR THIS

In today's episode, we'll uncover my three primary callings. The first step for me was to find out what I was created to do, my place, and my purpose in this world.Do you know why you were created? I've always been drawn to the quest for understanding as I sail through the waves of life. Now, I better understand who I am, my purpose, and the reasons God made in His image.Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1, Romans 12:3-8https://www.amazon.com/author/esmegraff

YOUR CALLING: YOUR PURPOSE

Have you ever asked yourself: Why am I here? What is my purpose? If you have, you are not alone. Everyone has asked themselves those same questions at some point in their lifetime.  As a Christian, I believe there are three essential ways to find answers to those questions. Grab a fresh cup of coffee, and let's talk about your calling and your purpose!Scripture: Psalm 95:6 and Romans 12:3-8

RELATIONSHIPS: BODY-IMAGE

In this episode, Esme has a fun conversation with one of her besties: Fitness trainer and bodybuilding competitor Rhoda Weck. Come along with us as we discuss body image issues and the false rumors about bodybuilding and provide tips and ideas to help you have a different mindset and live a healthier lifestyle, confidently knowing  that, as Rhoda states:  "Everybody is different and every body is different."Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Relationships: Three unhealthy C's to avoid and three life giving G's to cultivate

Everyone talks about relationships in the month of February! Have you thought about what kind of unhealthy or healthy traits you value and practice in your relationships?In this episode, Esme will talk about three unhealthy traits we want to avoid and three life-giving traits we want to cultivate in all of our relationships if we want to flourish and become the person God intended for us to be. Scripture: Galatians 6:1, 1 Corinthians 13:11, Colossians 4:6. 

The Reason Your New Year’s Resolutions Won’t Stick

In this episode, Esme discusses why people cannot stick to their resolutions, goals, and commitments.
Suggesting that the reason we give up on resolutions is because we lack self-discipline. Self-discipline, just like love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, and gentleness, is a fruit of the Spirit of God living in us.
Esme shares one of her resolutions and three habits that help her maintain discipline throughout the year. 

I Love Christmas But There’s One Problem

In this Episode, Esme talks about her love for Christmas but also acknowledges that this season is not a "happy one" for everyone. She speaks to four groups of women who may struggle during the holiday season (single women, single moms, married with kids, married without kids) and encourages them with tips, stories, and Scripture to find ways to enjoy the holiday and have faith.Be ready to hear stories about faith with a fresh take on God's loving character.