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20 | Faith and Fear Can’t Share the Same Seat

Fear doesn’t always show up loud. Sometimes it slips in quietly, wrapped in “logic” or “timing,” convincing you to stay comfortable instead of stepping out in faith. But here’s what I’ve learned. Comfort doesn’t grow your calling. Faith and fear can’t share the same seat. One will always take the lead. So let’s get honest today… which one has been driving your decisions?
 
In this episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new series called Faith, Fear, and Spiritual Authority,  and this one’s close to my heart. Because I’ve been there… letting fear talk me out of what God already told me to do.
We’re diving into what it really means to walk in the authority Christ has already given you,  authority to stand firm in truth, silence the lies of fear, and move forward in bold faith.
I’ll share how fear often disguises itself as wisdom or “just being cautious,” but underneath it all, it’s still disobedience dressed up nice. We’ll talk about how to recognize those subtle voices that make you hesitate, how to shift your focus back to God’s promises, and how to strengthen your faith through His Word.
This is your reminder that you can walk in confidence, not because you’ve got it all figured out, but because God is with you in every step of obedience. It’s time to let faith take the wheel.
 
If this episode stirred something in you, don’t stop here. Let’s keep growing your faith together. Visit ChristiRatcliff.com  to learn how Christian Life Coaching can help you step into bold, fearless faith.
 
🎧 Catch up on these related episodes:
Episode 18: It’s Not About You — Using Your Gift to Serve, Not Perform
Episode 19: Your Gift Was Meant to Move — Activating Your Gift in This Season
 
You don’t have to face fear alone. This community was made for women just like you, women learning how to choose faith over fear in real, everyday ways.
 
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Remember, fear will always ask for the front seat, but you get to decide who drives. Let faith take the wheel this week. You were created for courage, equipped with authority, and called to move forward.

19 | Your Gift Was Meant to Move — Activating Your Gift in This Season

Have you ever caught yourself waiting for a “better time” to do what God’s called you to do?
Do you worry you’re not ready, not qualified, or not enough?
What if the small step right in front of you is actually the start of your ministry?
 
This week, I’m sharing a message that’s been stirring in my own heart: Your gift was meant to move.
So many of us sit on the sidelines, waiting for the perfect plan or a formal invitation to serve. But friend, when God gives you a gift, He’s already given you permission to use it. You don’t need a title or a platform,  you just need to say yes.
In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to activate your spiritual gift, not someday when life feels easier, but right now, right where you are. From the coffee shop conversation to the quiet prayer, your obedience in this season is holy ground.
If you’ve ever wondered, “What does ministry look like for me?”  this episode will open your eyes to how your everyday life can become an act of worship.
 
🎧 Catch the full Gifted to Build series: ChristiRatcliff.com/podcast
📖 Anchor Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6–7; “Fan into flame the gift of God… for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power, love, and self-control.”
💬 Related Episodes:
• Episode 17: Discovering Your Spiritual Gift• Episode 18: Posture of Service — Using Your Gift to Serve, Not Perform
 
 
If this episode spoke to you, don’t keep it to yourself. Share it with a friend who’s been holding back on using her gift,  sometimes all we need is a reminder that God can use us right here, right now.
 
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Connect: Join The Reclaimed Woman Community on FacebookInstagram: @christi_ratcliff_coaching
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18 | It’s Not About You — Using Your Gift to Serve, Not Perform

Let’s be honest, sometimes using our spiritual gifts can start to feel more like pressure than purpose. Maybe you’ve felt that quiet urge to prove yourself, to be seen, or to measure your worth by how people respond. But what if it’s not about being noticed at all? What if God is more concerned with the posture of your heart than the size of your platform?
In this episode of The Reclaimed Woman, I’m talking about the difference between serving with your gift and performing with it, because how we use our gift matters just as much as discovering what it is.
We’ll look at what Scripture says about the purpose of spiritual gifts, the warning signs of performance, and how to realign our hearts toward humility, surrender, and obedience.
 
This is your heart check moment:👉 Your gift is not your identity. It’s your assignment.👉 Surrendered gifts bear fruit.👉 Performed gifts produce pressure.
 
If you’ve ever wrestled with comparison, burnout, or the need for affirmation, this episode will help you come back to the posture Jesus modeled, washing feet, not chasing platforms.
 
📖 Scriptures Mentioned:
1 Peter 4:11
Romans 12:6–8
1 Corinthians 12:4–10, 27–31
Ephesians 4:11–12
John 15:5
Galatians 5:13
John 13:13–14
 
📝 Journal Reflection Prompts:
Where have I slipped into performing rather than serving?
How can I return to offering my gift in humility and love?
Whose feet is God asking me to wash today, figuratively or literally?
💡 Related Episode:
[Episode 17: How Do I Know What My Spiritual Gift Is?]
 
Next Steps:
Revisit your spiritual gift with a heart of service, not performance.
Journal through today’s reflection prompts and pray for a posture of surrender.
Tune in next week for “Your Gift Was Meant to Move — Activating Your Gift in This Season.”
Connecting with Me
📩 Contact: hello@christiratcliff.com
🎧 Podcast: The Reclaimed Woman
💬 Connect: Join The Reclaimed Woman Community on Facebook📸 Instagram: @christi_ratcliff_coaching
🌿 Resources: www.christiratcliff.com
 

17 | Discerning Your Gift: How Do I Know What My Gift Is? Discerning Your Unique Spiritual Wiring

In this episode of The Reclaimed Woman Podcast, I’m walking you through how to discern your spiritual gift, not by comparing yourself to others or striving to earn it, but by learning to notice the Holy Spirit’s patterns of joy, fruit, confirmation, and gentle prompting in your life.
We’ll look at what Scripture says about gifts like wisdom, faith, teaching, discernment, leadership, and mercy,  and how those gifts often show up in your everyday walk with God.
I want you to see that spiritual gifts aren’t some hidden mystery or “super-spiritual” thing,  they’re practical expressions of God’s grace meant to build up His Church. If you’ve ever wondered where God wants to use you, this episode will help you recognize what He’s already doing in and through you.
💡 You’ll walk away with tools to discern your gift, the confidence to step boldly into your calling, and a renewed sense of purpose in how you serve others.
 
📖 Scriptures + Key Takeaways
1 Peter 4:10_ “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.”
Spiritual gifts are given by the Spirit, not earned.
Joy and fruit reveal where God is working through you.
Confirmation often comes through the Body of Christ.
Assessments can guide you,  but only the Spirit defines your gift.
 
🪞 Reflection
What lights you up when you serve others?
Where do you consistently see fruit and favor?
What have others affirmed in you?
Pray: “Holy Spirit, what have You placed in me that I’ve been afraid to notice?”
 
🌿 Connect with Me
If today’s episode stirred something in you, I’d love to walk alongside you as your coach.You can learn more about coaching and spiritual growth at www.christiratcliff.com
Connect with me on Instagram →@christi_ratcliff_coaching
Listen to The Reclaimed Woman Podcast → Apple Podcasts 
 
 
 

16 | You Are Gifted — Understanding What Spiritual Gifts Actually Are

There’s a quiet battle happening in so many women’s hearts right now.We scroll through social media, see someone else’s platform, and start wondering if what we bring to the table even matters. We compare, we question, and sometimes, we shrink back,  waiting until we “get it all together” before we step into what God’s called us to do.
But here’s the truth: you are already gifted.Not because you earned it, not because you’re perfect,  but because the Holy Spirit chose you, on purpose, for a purpose. And the enemy would love nothing more than to keep you doubting that.
In this episode, I’m helping you get a clear, biblical understanding of what spiritual gifts actually are,  and what they’re not. We’re walking through 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12, and Ephesians 4 to uncover four of the most common lies women believe about their gifts and the truth that sets us free.
 
This conversation is for every woman who’s ever felt unseen, overlooked, or unsure of where she fits in the Body of Christ.
💡 Key Takeaways
You don’t earn your gift — it’s given by grace.
Every believer has a spiritual gift. Yes, that includes you.
Your gift isn’t about perfection; it’s about obedience.
Spiritual gifts are meant for service, not self-promotion.
God arranged you in the Body of Christ on purpose.
 
📖 Scripture Anchors
1 Corinthians 12:4–7Romans 12:6Ephesians 4:11–12
These passages will be our anchors over the next few episodes as we take a deeper dive into how spiritual gifts work together in the Body of Christ.
 
📝 Reflection & Invitation
Take a few minutes this week to sit with the Lord and journal:
What are my spiritual gifts?
What lies have I believed about them?
What truth does God’s Word say about me?
And as you do, remember this: you are gifted, not for your glory, but for God’s.
 
🌱 Let’s Keep Growing Together
If today’s episode stirred something in you, I’d love to walk alongside you as your coach.You can learn more about coaching and spiritual growth at www.christiratcliff.com
Connect with me on Instagram →@christi_ratcliff_coaching
Listen to The Reclaimed Woman Podcast → Apple Podcasts 
 
❤️ Next Steps
Journal what God’s been showing you about your gifts.
Share this episode with a friend who needs a reminder that she’s gifted too.
Keep walking in obedience — your gift grows as you do.
 
Work with Me 
📧 Contact → hello@christiratcliff.com
🎙️ Podcast → The Reclaimed Woman Podcast
📸 Instagram → @christi_ratcliff_coaching
🌐 Coaching → www.christiratcliff.com/coaching
 

15 | Christian Turning Point from Cowardice to Courage

These past weeks have been some of the hardest for believers. The assassination of Charlie Kirk shook our nation. In Michigan, a church was burned to the ground. In Nigeria, brothers and sisters in Christ continue to suffer relentless persecution. These events aren’t just headlines, they confront us with a sobering question: What does it really mean to follow Jesus when the cost is this high?
In this episode, I open Mark 8:31–9:1 and ask the hard but necessary question: Is Jesus worth dying for? Together, we’ll talk about what it looks like to move from fear to faith, from silence to boldness, and from comfort to carrying the cross.
If you’ve felt the tension of standing for Christ in a culture that finds His Word offensive, this conversation is for you. My prayer is that you’ll walk away challenged, strengthened, and reminded that in Christ, there is no such thing as a cowardly Christian, only courageous conquerors who endure for the sake of the Gospel.
 
Next Steps:
Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement to stand strong in their faith.
Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, it helps more women find hope and courage in Christ.
Join me next week as we dive into Spiritual Gifts and how God equips us for Kingdom work.
 
Work with Me 
📧 Contact → hello@christiratcliff.com
🎙️ Podcast → The Reclaimed Woman Podcast
📸 Instagram → @christi_ratcliff_coaching
🌐 Coaching → www.christiratcliff.com/coaching
 
 

14 | Connecting the Dots: How God Weaves Your Story for His Glory

Friend, I know life doesn’t always feel like it’s moving in a straight line. Some seasons feel random, messy, or even wasted. But here’s the truth: God is weaving every single piece of your story together, your pain, your passions, your gifts, and even the hard detours, for His glory and your good. In this episode, I’m sharing how He connects the dots so you can see that nothing in your story is ever wasted.
In this final episode of the Patterns of Purpose series, I’m pulling everything together, purpose, pain, and passions, so you can see how God weaves them into a calling that glorifies Him. From the stories of Esther, Joseph, Moses, Mary, and Martha, we’ll see how God has always been in the business of connecting the dots. I’ll also share some of my own story, showing you how God redeemed pain, re-shaped passions, and used unexpected seasons to prepare me for the work I’m doing today. If you’ve ever wondered how your story fits into God’s bigger plan, this conversation will give you hope and clarity that He wastes nothing.
 
Next Steps:
Take some time this week to reflect: What dots in your story might God be inviting you to connect?
Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement that her story isn’t random.
If you’re ready to uncover the bigger picture God is writing in your life, book a clarity coaching session with me at  christiratcliff.com
Related Episodes:
Episode 11: Patterns Of Purpose: Why You Were Created for God’s Glory
Episode 12: Patterns of Pain: How God Redeems Your Suffering
Episode 13: Passions and Gifts: How God Shapes You for His Purpose
Work with Me 
📧 Contact → hello@christiratcliff.com🎙️ Podcast → The Reclaimed Woman Podcast📸 Instagram → @christi_ratcliff_coaching🌐 Coaching → www.christiratcliff.com/coaching

13 | Passions and Gifts: How God Shapes You for His Purpose

So many women long to know what their purpose really is, but often get caught up in chasing passions the world says will make them happy. The truth is, your gifts and passions were never meant to glorify you, they were designed to glorify God. When surrendered to Him, even the smallest skill or deepest desire can become a powerful tool for His kingdom.
In this episode, I’m sharing how God weaves your passions, natural talents, and spiritual gifts into His greater plan for your life. We’ll look at biblical examples like Bezalel, David, and Paul to see how God shapes and redeems gifts for His glory. I’ll also share some of my own story of how God shaped my love for words, counsel, and guidance into a calling I never expected.
You’ll learn the difference between natural talents vs. spiritual gifts, how to discern which passions are God-given, and how the enemy tries to twist your gifts for self instead of service. My prayer is that you walk away encouraged, knowing that nothing in your design is wasted, God has uniquely equipped you for His purpose.
 
👉 Learn more about coaching: www.christiratcliff.com/coaching
 
👉 Related Episodes:
Episode 11: Patterns of Pain: How God Redeems Your Suffering
Episode 12: Patterns of Purpose: How God Uses Your Story
Connect with Me 
📧 Contact → hello@christiratcliff.com🎙️ Podcast → The Reclaimed Woman Podcast📸 Instagram → @christi_ratcliff_coaching🌐 Coaching → www.christiratcliff.com/coaching
Next Steps:
Spend time writing out your passions and gifts this week.
Pray over them and ask God how He wants you to use them.
If you’re ready for clarity and confidence in your calling, book a coaching session with me and let’s walk this out together.
 
 

12 | Patterns of Pain: How God Redeems Your Suffering for His Purpose

What if the very places of pain in your life are not detours, but the very pathway God is using to draw you closer to Him?
Pain isn’t pointless, it’s purposeful. As Christian women, it’s easy to believe the lie that suffering means God has forgotten us. But the truth is, every trial, every loss, and every heartbreak can become part of your faith journey toward healing and wholeness. In this episode of The Reclaimed Woman Podcast, I’m sharing how God redeems suffering, restores broken places, and uses your struggles to deepen your spiritual growth.
Through the stories of Joseph, Job, and Paul, we’ll see how their struggles were redeemed for God’s glory. I’ll also share my personal story of healing from father wounds, how pain affected my marriage, and how God restored what the enemy meant for destruction.
✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:
The biblical perspective on suffering and why pain is not punishment in Christ
How to recognize God’s purpose in pain and trials
The most common lies the enemy tells you about suffering, and how to fight back with Scripture
Why Paul’s “thorn in the flesh” reveals God’s strength in our weakness
Practical steps to find hope and healing through faith, even in hard seasons
Sister, your story doesn’t end in suffering. Romans 8:28 reminds us that “for those who love God all things work together for good.” Your Christian faith journey through trials is being woven into God’s eternal purpose.
👉 If you’re longing for clarity, healing, and to find purpose in pain, I’d love to walk alongside you through Christian life coaching for women. Learn more at christiratcliff.com

11 | Patterns Of Purpose: This Just Random or On Purpose? How God Uses Patterns to Reveal Your Calling

From unexpected opportunities to repeated struggles, the threads in your story may be revealing more than you realize.
In today’s episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new series called Patterns of Purpose. We’re talking about the difference between your eternal purpose (to glorify God in all things) and your unique calling (the specific ways you live that out in different seasons of life).
I’ll share part of my own story, along with examples from Scripture, Joseph, Esther, and Paul, to show how God uses patterns, gifts, and even hardships to point us back to His plan. And I’ll give you practical steps for beginning your own Pattern Journal so you can start recognizing how God is at work in your life.
✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:
The difference between purpose and calling in the Christian life
How to recognize patterns God may be using to guide your steps
Why nothing in your story is wasted—not even pain
The enemy’s counterfeit lies vs. God’s truth about your calling
A simple practice to start uncovering your God-given design
Friend, your life is not random. You were created on purpose, for a purpose. Ephesians 2:10 reminds us that “we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand.”
If you’ve been longing for clarity in your calling and want to uncover the patterns God has already woven into your story, this conversation will equip you to take your next step with confidence.
👉 Ready to go deeper? Learn more about Christian life coaching with me at christiratcliff.com