Planted In Purpose: A Kingdom Building Podcast

Episode 11 | The Fear of the Lord Part 2: Learning to Draw Near to God

“Reverence is recognizing who God is—and responding accordingly.”  Have you ever felt like your relationship with God was built more on pressure than peace? More on performance than presence? In Part 2 of our Fear of the Lord series, Sheri Neely invites you into a deeper understanding of what it truly means to reverence God—not with terror, shame, or fear of punishment, but with awe, surrender, intimacy, and love. This episode moves beyond simply understanding God’s requirements and into the transformation of the heart. Through powerful teaching, personal reflection, Psalm 34, and intentional prayer, Sheri shares how the fear of the Lord is not meant to push us away from God—it is meant to draw us closer to Him. You will discover that reverence is not about striving to be “good enough.” It is about learning to live aware of the presence, holiness, goodness, and love of God. In this episode, we explore: From Terror to Holy Awe Understanding the difference between fear rooted in punishment and the worshipful reverence of a loving Father. Psalm 34 & The Invitation to the Table What it means to “taste and see that the Lord is good” and how God sustains us through the Bread of Life, Living Water, and New Wine. The Hebrew Meaning of Reverence A deeper look at the Hebrew word Yirah and how reverence begins with awareness of who God truly is. The 5 Pillars of a Reverent Heart How to cultivate: *  Spiritual Sensitivity  *  Humble Dependency  *  Worshipful Awe  *  Sacred Gratitude  *  Yielded Loyalty  Intentional Prayer & Ministry Time Stay until the end for a special time of prayer, including: *  a Fear of the Lord prayer  *  a forgiveness and restoration prayer  *  a salvation invitation and prayer  This episode is for the woman who is weary, spiritually hungry, rebuilding, healing, growing, or longing to draw closer to God in a real and personal way. If this episode encourages you, please share it with someone who may need this reminder today. Because when women rooted in God strengthen one another, lives are changed and the Kingdom advances. Stay planted. Stay prayerful. And walk in your purpose. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598812/support] Thank you for listening to Planted in Purpose — A Kingdom-Building Podcast with Sheri Neely. The 10K Vision  We are on a mission for the Kingdom. Our goal is to reach 10,000 women and reach 10,000 downloads by the end of this year—all for God’s glory. When a woman is rooted in her purpose, she becomes a catalyst for change in her home, her workplace, her business, and her community. How You Can Help Us Reach the Mark: * Share the Seed: If this episode strengthened your faith, please share it with one woman today. Your share is a direct contribution to our 10K goal. * Leave a Review: Ratings and reviews tell the algorithms that this message matters, helping us reach the women who need it most. * Become a Kingdom Partner: This podcast is a labor of faith. To keep our "soil" rich and our production high-quality, we invite you to support the show financially. Your seeds help cover the essential costs of hosting, production, and global distribution. Partner with the Mission Here [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598812/supporters/new] Connect With Our Community: * Instagram: @plantedinpurposepodcast [https://www.instagram.com/plantedinpurposepodcast/] * Website: plantedinpurposepod.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://plantedinpurposepod.com] Stay planted. Stay pray...

Episode 10 | The Fear of the Lord: What God Really Requires

“The fear of the Lord is not information. It is formation.”  As children, many of us were taught that "fearing God" meant being afraid of Him—living in constant worry of punishment or failure. But as we grow in our Kingdom walk, we realize that the fear of the Lord isn't about being scared; it’s about being anchored. In this milestone 10th episode, Sheri Neely dives deep into the Book of Deuteronomy to uncover what God truly requires of us. Whether you are a mother, an entrepreneur, or a leader, this teaching will shift your perspective from performance-based religion to posture-based relationship. In this episode, we explore: * The Difference Between Terror and Reverence: Why the fear of the Lord is something we must learn and cultivate, not just feel. * Heart Posture Over Performance: Understanding why God is more moved by your "why" than your "what." * The 5 Pillars of Reverence: How the fear of the Lord stabilizes you in transition, protects your identity, shapes your choices, grounds your leadership, and builds your legacy. * The 10:12 Requirement: A breakdown of the four things God asks of every believer: Fear Him, Walk with Him, Love Him, and Serve Him. What you fear, you will ultimately serve. If you’re ready to stop serving the fear of people, the fear of lack, or the fear of failure, this episode will show you how to realign your life under the only reverence that sets you free. Your Kingdom Assignment: Stay tuned until the end for a practical 5-step challenge to help you walk out this reverence in your daily life. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598812/support] Thank you for listening to Planted in Purpose — A Kingdom-Building Podcast with Sheri Neely. The 10K Vision  We are on a mission for the Kingdom. Our goal is to reach 10,000 women and reach 10,000 downloads by the end of this year—all for God’s glory. When a woman is rooted in her purpose, she becomes a catalyst for change in her home, her workplace, her business, and her community. How You Can Help Us Reach the Mark: * Share the Seed: If this episode strengthened your faith, please share it with one woman today. Your share is a direct contribution to our 10K goal. * Leave a Review: Ratings and reviews tell the algorithms that this message matters, helping us reach the women who need it most. * Become a Kingdom Partner: This podcast is a labor of faith. To keep our "soil" rich and our production high-quality, we invite you to support the show financially. Your seeds help cover the essential costs of hosting, production, and global distribution. Partner with the Mission Here [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598812/supporters/new] Connect With Our Community: * Instagram: @plantedinpurposepodcast [https://www.instagram.com/plantedinpurposepodcast/] * Website: plantedinpurposepod.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://plantedinpurposepod.com] Stay planted. Stay pray...

Episode 9: Thankful | Living a LIfe of Gratitude

There is a difference between saying “thank you” and living a life of gratitude. In this episode of Planted in Purpose: A Kingdom Building Podcast, Sheri D. Neely leads a powerful and timely conversation on what it truly means to cultivate a heart of gratitude, not as a reaction to circumstances, but as a consistent posture before God. Building on the foundation of forgiveness from the previous episode, this message invites you into the next level of spiritual alignment: replacing what has been released with intentional thanksgiving. Through Scripture, thoughtful word study, and personal reflection, Sheri unpacks how gratitude: * anchors your relationship with God  * transforms your prayer life from routine to reverent  * shifts your perspective in every season  * strengthens your faith through testimony  * and extends beyond God into how you honor others  This episode speaks directly to the woman who carries much—the mother, the wife, the leader, the caregiver, the entrepreneur—the one who shows up for everyone else, yet rarely pauses to sit in God’s presence with intentional gratitude. With clarity and conviction, you’ll be challenged to move beyond quick acknowledgments and into a deeper, more meaningful expression of thanksgiving—one that includes your worship, your words, and your witness. Because gratitude is not just something you say…  it is how you approach God. Key Scriptures: 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 Psalm 100:4 Philippians 4:6 Psalm 107:2 Romans 13:7 Listen now: plantedinpurposepod.com Partner with Planted in Purpose: A Kingdom Building Podcast  If this podcast is pouring into you, consider partnering with us.  Your support helps us continue to continue reaching women across every season of life.  You can give or learn more at plantedinpurposepod.com [https://plantedinpurposepod.com/].     Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598812/support] Thank you for listening to Planted in Purpose — A Kingdom-Building Podcast with Sheri Neely. The 10K Vision  We are on a mission for the Kingdom. Our goal is to reach 10,000 women and reach 10,000 downloads by the end of this year—all for God’s glory. When a woman is rooted in her purpose, she becomes a catalyst for change in her home, her workplace, her business, and her community. How You Can Help Us Reach the Mark: * Share the Seed: If this episode strengthened your faith, please share it with one woman today. Your share is a direct contribution to our 10K goal. * Leave a Review: Ratings and reviews tell the algorithms that this message matters, helping us reach the women who need it most. * Become a Kingdom Partner: This podcast is a labor of faith. To keep our "soil" rich and our production high-quality, we invite you to support the show financially. Your seeds help cover the essential costs of hosting, production, and global distribution. Partner with the Mission Here [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598812/supporters/new] Connect With Our Community: * Instagram: @plantedinpurposepodcast [https://www.instagram.com/plantedinpurposepodcast/] * Website: plantedinpurposepod.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://plantedinpurposepod.com] Stay planted. Stay pray...

Episode 8: Forgiven | Releasing What Hurt You and Walking in Freedom

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Planted in Purpose, we walk through the truth about forgiveness—not just as a concept, but as a command, a process, and a pathway to freedom. Forgiveness is not always easy, especially when the hurt runs deep. Whether it stems from family, friendships, marriage, the workplace, business, or even experiences within the church, many of us carry things we were never meant to hold onto. Over time, that weight can quietly shape our thoughts, our relationships, and even our spiritual walk. But Scripture calls us higher. In this episode, we explore what the Bible truly says about forgiveness, why we are called to forgive, what unforgiveness does to the soul, and how releasing others is directly connected to our own healing and freedom in Christ. Through foundational scriptures, spiritual insight, and personal reflection, you’ll be guided through:  • What forgiveness is, and what it is not  • Why forgiveness is not optional for believers  • The spiritual and emotional impact of unforgiveness  • How forgiveness affects your relationship with God  • The difference between forgiveness and reconciliation  • How to move forward with wisdom and the leading of the Holy Spirit This episode also includes a guided reflection moment and a powerful prayer for forgiveness and healing, as well as an invitation for those who desire to begin or renew their relationship with Christ. If you’ve been carrying hurt—whether visible or buried—this is your moment to release it. You don’t have to hold onto what God is calling you to let go of.  Forgiveness is not about excusing what happened… It’s about choosing freedom over bondage. Key Scriptures Referenced   Ephesians 4:31–32  Colossians 3:13  Matthew 6:14–15  Matthew 18:21–35  Hebrews 12:14–15  Luke 23:34  Mark 11:25  Romans 12:17–19  1 Corinthians 13:5  Galatians 5:1 Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598812/support] Thank you for listening to Planted in Purpose — A Kingdom-Building Podcast with Sheri Neely. The 10K Vision  We are on a mission for the Kingdom. Our goal is to reach 10,000 women and reach 10,000 downloads by the end of this year—all for God’s glory. When a woman is rooted in her purpose, she becomes a catalyst for change in her home, her workplace, her business, and her community. How You Can Help Us Reach the Mark: * Share the Seed: If this episode strengthened your faith, please share it with one woman today. Your share is a direct contribution to our 10K goal. * Leave a Review: Ratings and reviews tell the algorithms that this message matters, helping us reach the women who need it most. * Become a Kingdom Partner: This podcast is a labor of faith. To keep our "soil" rich and our production high-quality, we invite you to support the show financially. Your seeds help cover the essential costs of hosting, production, and global distribution. Partner with the Mission Here [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598812/supporters/new] Connect With Our Community: * Instagram: @plantedinpurposepodcast [https://www.instagram.com/plantedinpurposepodcast/] * Website: plantedinpurposepod.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://plantedinpurposepod.com] Stay planted. Stay pray...

Episode 7: Loved | Understanding the Depth of God’s Love featuring Min. Queen Jackson

What does it truly mean to be loved by God? In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Planted in Purpose, we explore the depth, truth, and transforming power of God’s love...how it keeps us, covers us, and carries us through every season of life. So many of us have wrestled with the idea that we must earn love, prove ourselves, or get everything right before we are fully accepted. But God’s love doesn’t work that way. It is not earned. It is not conditional. It is freely given. In this episode, we are reminded that: * God’s love is constant—even when we are not * God’s love covers us in our weakest moments * God’s love calls us higher, not through pressure, but through grace Joining me in this conversation is Minister Queen Jackson, a woman of wisdom, discernment, and a deep understanding of God’s love. She serves as the Associate Pastor of Fruit of Faith Church, where her husband, Pastor Anthony Jackson, is the Lead Pastor and has faithfully served in ministry for over 24 years. She also leads The Whole Woman Ministry, where she pours into women through Bible study, conferences, and gatherings focused on healing, growth, and wholeness. I’ve personally been blessed to be part of her Bible studies and events, and to experience the impact of her ministry firsthand. This is more than a conversation. This is an invitation to experience God’s love in a deeper, more personal way. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598812/support] Thank you for listening to Planted in Purpose — A Kingdom-Building Podcast with Sheri Neely. The 10K Vision  We are on a mission for the Kingdom. Our goal is to reach 10,000 women and reach 10,000 downloads by the end of this year—all for God’s glory. When a woman is rooted in her purpose, she becomes a catalyst for change in her home, her workplace, her business, and her community. How You Can Help Us Reach the Mark: * Share the Seed: If this episode strengthened your faith, please share it with one woman today. Your share is a direct contribution to our 10K goal. * Leave a Review: Ratings and reviews tell the algorithms that this message matters, helping us reach the women who need it most. * Become a Kingdom Partner: This podcast is a labor of faith. To keep our "soil" rich and our production high-quality, we invite you to support the show financially. Your seeds help cover the essential costs of hosting, production, and global distribution. Partner with the Mission Here [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2598812/supporters/new] Connect With Our Community: * Instagram: @plantedinpurposepodcast [https://www.instagram.com/plantedinpurposepodcast/] * Website: plantedinpurposepod.com [https://www.google.com/search?q=http://plantedinpurposepod.com] Stay planted. Stay pray...