Sometimes it doesn’t take a slammed door or shattered pot to know God is moving you on.

Sometimes… the space just starts to feel too small.

The rhythm that once fit starts to pinch.

The voice that once led you now says, “It’s time to go.”

The fig tree in this image isn’t broken.

But look closer—and you’ll see the signs.

The roots are pressing outward. The light is calling.

You haven’t failed.

You’ve grown.

✨ This week on the Faithfully Empowered podcast:

“Closed Doors & Clear Paths” – Episode 5

We’re talking about what to do when God ends a chapter—how to trust Him when the room you’re in no longer fits who you’re becoming.

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In this episode of Faithfully Empowered, I’m sharing a story that starts with lipstick… but ends with legacy.

Before I ever had a business plan or a podcast, I was a newlywed in Texas, searching for purpose. That’s when Mary Kay—and one unforgettable mentor—planted a seed that would shape the rest of my life.

Join me as I reflect on:

✨ How a pink Cadillac and a powerful woman led me closer to Christ

✨ Why “God first, family second, career third” still grounds my calling

✨ What Mary Kay Ash’s legacy taught me about obedience, purpose, and late blooming

✨ The truth about faith, femininity, and why beauty isn’t the enemy of holiness

✨ And how God uses unexpected places (like lip gloss!) to begin sacred shifts

Whether you’ve struggled with confidence, questioned your calling, or wondered if it’s too late to start over—this one’s for you.

📖 Key Scripture:

Philippians 1:6, 1 Peter 3:3–4, Isaiah 43:19

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What’s one “ordinary” part of your past that God used to shape your faith?

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In this episode of Faithfully Empowered, Lisa gets real about what it’s like to take that scary first step into the unknown—and why it’s always worth it when you’re walking with God. Whether you're stepping into a new season, sharing your creative gifts, or simply trying something you've never done before (like camping!), this episode will encourage you to trust the One who's already gone ahead of you.

With Scripture, humor, and a muddy hiking story you won’t forget, Lisa reminds you that:

• You don’t need to feel ready to say yes

• God equips those He calls

• And the path may be messy—but it’s marked

📖 Scriptures in this episode:

• John 16:33

• 1 Peter 4:10

• 1 Thessalonians 5:24

• Psalm 23

• Romans 11:29

What happens when your greatest heartbreak becomes a doorway for God’s provision? In this powerful conversation, Michele Batz shares how her son Cory’s legacy lives on through Cory’s Project—a nonprofit born from love, grief, and an unwavering faith. From navigating unimaginable loss to seeing God provide in the most unexpected ways, Michele’s story is a raw, hope-filled reminder that even in the wildest storms, we are never alone.

Join me as we talk about purpose through pain, finding God in grief, and the beautiful ways He brings life from loss.

✨ Learn more about Cory’s Project:

www.corysproject.com

💌 For grief support or to connect with Michele directly:

michele@greatlakeschurch.com

📚 Recommended reading:

In Light of Eternity: Perspectives on Heaven by Randy Alcorn

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In this episode of Faithfully Empowered, Lisa opens her heart about what it means to walk in obedience while still feeling uncertain. She explores how confidence in God doesn’t always feel like ease—and why discomfort may be the very evidence that you’re growing. With Scripture from Jeremiah 17:7 and Hebrews 11:1, plus a peek into her personal journal, this conversation is for the woman who is showing up in faith, even when the path feels daunting.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why confidence doesn’t require comfort

• A fresh perspective on surrender and active trust

• Encouragement for taking imperfect action

• A powerful visual from Jeremiah 17 about being rooted in God

• A prayer of peace for when you feel stretched