Godly Friends with Gissela

3 Bible Verses That Changed How I Handle Anxiety, Waiting & Blessings

In this episode of Godly Friends, I share three Bible verses that have deeply shaped how I navigate anxiety, waiting seasons, and moments of blessing. We talk about the reality of following Christ—the struggle of dying to our flesh, the temptation to carry burdens that God never asked us to carry, and the challenge of trusting His timing over our own urgency. Through Philippians 4:13, Isaiah 60:22, and Ecclesiastes 12:1-2, I reflect on my personal journey with faith: learning to surrender baggage, trusting God with my desire to become a mother, and understanding that life has seasons—some for waiting, some for growth, and some for enjoying the fruits of what God has done. This conversation is honest, and rooted in scripture for anyone walking through: • Anxiety and uncertainty • Waiting on God’s promises • Seasons of blessing and growth • The daily challenge of living a Christ-centered life If you’ve ever wondered whether the weight you're carrying is something God actually asked you to hold, this episode is for you. Let’s walk through these scriptures together and remember: God’s timing is always greater than our urgency.

We Read Genesis for the First Time… and We Were SHOCKED!

What happens when you read the Bible for the very first time starting with Genesis? In this episode of the Godly Friends Podcast, Jasmine and I sit down for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it felt like to meet God for the first time through Scripture. We talk about the moments that shocked us, the questions we didn’t expect to have, and the parts of Genesis that made us pause, reflect, and want to learn more about who God really is. As new believers, Genesis challenged a lot of what we thought we knew about God. It revealed His character, His patience, His holiness, and His heart all through stories that felt raw, messy, and deeply human. If you’re new to faith, new to reading the Bible, or thinking about starting but feel intimidated, this conversation is for you. We share what we learned, what surprised us, and what we wish someone had told us before opening the Bible for the first time.

PART 2: What Would Jesus Do? A Raw Conversation About Loving Like Christ

What does it actually mean to ask, “What would Jesus do?” not as a saying, but as a way of living? In this episode of Godly Friends, I sit down with Sandy for an honest, unfiltered conversation about how Jesus loved people even when they didn’t believe in Him, even when they betrayed Him, and even when it led Him to the cross. This conversation was sparked by a simple question that led us back to the Gospels and challenged how we love, forgive, and walk in obedience today. We talk about: -How Jesus loved without conditions -Why obedience brings peace, even when it’s hard -What loving like Jesus looks like in real life -How Scripture reshapes the way we treat people A real conversation for anyone trying to live out their faith imperfectly but intentionally. If you’re learning how to love like Jesus, this one is for you.

PART 1: What Would Jesus Do? A Raw Conversation About Loving Like Christ

What does it actually mean to ask, “What would Jesus do?” not as a saying, but as a way of living? In this episode of Godly Friends, I sit down with Sandy for an honest, unfiltered conversation about how Jesus loved people even when they didn’t believe in Him, even when they betrayed Him, and even when it led Him to the cross. This conversation was sparked by a simple question that led us back to the Gospels and challenged how we love, forgive, and walk in obedience today. We talk about: * How Jesus loved without conditions * Why obedience brings peace, even when it’s hard * What loving like Jesus looks like in real life * How Scripture reshapes the way we treat people A real conversation for anyone trying to live out their faith imperfectly but intentionally. If you’re learning how to love like Jesus, this one is for you.

When God Calls and You Say No — Learning Obedience Through Moses

What happens when God gives you an assignment and your first response is no? In this episode of the Godly Friends Podcast, Jeany and I have an honest, faith-filled conversation about resisting God’s call, wrestling with insecurity, and learning to trust Him when obedience feels uncomfortable. Using Moses as our biblical example, we explore what it looks like when God calls someone who feels unqualified, fearful, or unsure. From the burning bush to Moses’ repeated hesitation, we reflect on how God responds to our doubt and how He provides support, reassurance, and community when we struggle to step into our calling. We also share our personal “Moses moments”: the assignments we didn’t want, the seasons we resisted, and how saying yes to God ultimately led to growth, clarity, and transformation. If you’ve ever felt unready, unqualified, or scared to take the next step God is calling you toward, this conversation is for you.