In our weakness with Debbie Reeves and Crista Hoffman

Episode Overview

In this uplifting episode of The Every Day Royalty Podcast, host Keri Kitchen is joined by Debbie Reeves and Crista Hoffman for a candid, spirit-filled discussion on stepping out in faith, embracing our weaknesses, and allowing God's strength to shine through. The ladies share their personal testimonies of overcoming self-doubt, perfectionism, and lies told in their past, highlighting how God persistently pursues His children and equips them for callings beyond their comfort zones. Through relatable stories—returning to school later in life, writing books despite not feeling "qualified," and starting ministries—this conversation is packed with encouragement for anyone who has doubted their ability, struggled with striving for perfection, or wondered if God can use their pain for purpose.

Key Points

• God Shows Up in Our Weakness: Crista shares her journey of entering Bible college despite feeling academic insecurity and doubts, emphasizing 2 Corinthians 12:9, "when I am weak, then He is strong."

• Breaking Limiting Beliefs: Both Crista and Debbie recount battling the negative labels placed on them as children ("not academic" or "not smart enough"), showing how God's purpose overrides the world's opinions.

• Obedience over Perfection: The episode spotlights the power of obedience—stepping out even when we feel unqualified, and trusting God to fill in the gaps.

• God Uses Our Pain for His Glory: Debbie touches on how her lowest moments and past pains became a platform for ministry, reminding listeners that no pain is wasted in God's Kingdom.

• Process over Perfection: Keri, speaking as an introvert and "fixer," reflects on learning to let go of striving and accept God's timing and refinement.

• Replacing Lies with Truth: The ladies discuss spiritual strategies for breaking agreements with lies and speaking God's truth over negative thoughts.

• Practical Application: Listeners are encouraged to declare out loud their break with limiting beliefs ("I break my agreement with the lie that I have to do it on my own") and to speak scripture over their lives.

• Divine Timing & Community: The importance of community, confirmation from others, and letting God's timing unfold is emphasized, along with gratitude for those He brings alongside us.

• The Power of Testimony: The sharing of stories builds faith, and the episode closes with prayer and gratitude for God's ongoing work.

10 Journal Prompts Inspired by This Episode

1. When have you felt God calling you out of your comfort zone? How did you respond?

2. What negative labels or limiting beliefs have you carried from your past? Where do you think they came from?

3. Reflect on a time when God showed His strength through your weakness.

4. What's an area of your life where you feel you must be "perfect"? How does that affect your actions and relationship with God?

5. Is there a step of faith you're wrestling with right now? Write a prayer asking God for courage and clarity.

6. How can you actively break agreement with lies you've believed about yourself? Write down a replacement truth from scripture.

7. What community or individuals has God placed in your life to encourage you in your journey?

8. In what ways has your pain or past struggle become part of your testimony or ministry?

9. How do you discern God's voice or confirmation when making decisions?

10. What does "living every day as royalty" in God's kingdom mean to you personally?

Connect with the Guests

• Crista Hoffman: Find more about Crista's ministry and resources at Savor the Word.

• Debbie Reeves: Find her on Youtube @nanafeedingtheheart

Call to Action: Step Into Every Day Royalty

You are called, chosen, and dearly loved—created to live as royalty in God's kingdom, not by your strength but by His Spirit!
This week, take one small faith step out of your comfort zone. Speak truth over your life, break agreement with lies, and keep your eyes open for how God wants to shine through your "weakness." Share your story, ask for prayer, or reach out to our community—you are not alone.

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