Heart on the Altar

Episode 37 | Summer of Psalms

This week on Heart on the Altar, Brittani kicks off the Summer of Psalms series with one of her favorite passages: Psalm 27. In a season filled with uncertainty, frustration, fear, and unanswered questions, David's words remind us where true confidence comes from. While being pursued by enemies and facing real danger, David declares: "The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?" What if the answer to our fear isn't having all the answers? What if the answer is simply learning to desire God's presence above everything else? In this episode, Brittani shares how God has been teaching her to stop striving, stop trying to control outcomes, and instead learn to dwell with Him, gaze upon His beauty, and trust Him in the waiting. KEY VERSE: "I have asked one thing from the Lord; it is what I desire: to dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, gazing on the beauty of the Lord and seeking Him in His temple." — Psalm 27:4 If you've been battling fear, uncertainty, disappointment, or simply feel distracted from God's presence, this conversation is an invitation to slow down and ask: Do I really desire Jesus above everything else? 🏕️ Heart on the Altar Women's Retreat registration is now open! Join us August 28–30 for a weekend of rest, worship, biblical teaching, authentic community, and intentional time with Jesus. Space is limited. Registration details are linked below. https://forms.gle/69TwmuHXkBafyfrdA [https://forms.gle/69TwmuHXkBafyfrdA] Watch on Youtube: https://linktr.ee/brittani.r.rodriguez [https://linktr.ee/brittani.r.rodriguez]

Episode 36 | Do you really believe God is who He says He is?

This week on Heart on the Altar, Brittani takes a pause after finishing Colossians to reflect on what God has been teaching her in this season. Through disappointment, unanswered questions, forgiveness struggles, and learning to surrender control, one question continues to surface: Do I really believe God is who He says He is? Drawing from Colossians, Philippians, Psalms, and a powerful message from Jonah, Brittani shares what she's learning about the fear of the Lord, obedience, perfectionism, forgiveness, and what it means to truly dwell with Jesus instead of simply knowing about Him. If you've been wrestling with disappointment, carrying burdens God never asked you to carry, or struggling to let go of control, this episode is for you. Key Verse: "May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to You, Lord, my rock and my Redeemer." — Psalm 19:14 🎙️ Listen now and be encouraged to remain in Christ, trust Him with what feels impossible, and discover the peace that comes from dwelling with Him. Heart on the Altar Women's Retreat registration is now open! Join us August 28–30 for a weekend of rest, worship, biblical teaching, authentic community, and intentional time with Jesus. Space is limited. Registration details are linked below. https://forms.gle/69TwmuHXkBafyfrdA [https://forms.gle/69TwmuHXkBafyfrdA] https://linktr.ee/brittani.r.rodriguez [https://linktr.ee/brittani.r.rodriguez]

Episode 35: Faithful in the little: Finishing What God Entrusted to You | Colossians 4:4-18

In the final episode of the Colossians series, Brittani walks through Paul's closing words and uncovers a powerful challenge for every believer: devote yourself to prayer, stay alert, walk in wisdom, and remain faithful to the ministry God has entrusted to you. As Paul ends his letter, he reminds the church that following Jesus was never meant to be done alone. Through prayer, Christian community, gracious speech, and faithful obedience, believers are called to reflect Christ in every area of life. This episode explores what it means to: ✨ Be devoted to prayer as a relationship, not a last resort ✨ Share the gospel with wisdom and grace ✨ Let your words be “seasoned with salt” ✨ Grow in spiritual maturity through God's Word ✨ Encourage others and be encouraged in community ✨ Stay faithful to the assignment God has placed before you Whether you're feeling weary, distracted, or simply wondering what faithfulness looks like in this season, this conversation is a reminder that God is still at work—and He invites His people to join Him. Heart on the Altar Women's Retreat Interest Form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchI6DKgAlUv-R13Sp7gA4Lb-bbK-a_HEedb1_beUz0crD9oQ/viewform?pli=1] https://linktr.ee/brittani.r.rodriguez [https://linktr.ee/brittani.r.rodriguez]

Episode 34: Devoted | Colossians 4:2

The conversation delves into the transformative power of devotion to prayer, emphasizing the importance of staying alert, watchful, and grateful. It explores the impact of prayer on personal growth, peace, and the ability to trust in God's sovereignty. The episode encourages listeners to embrace a life devoted to prayer and to seek the peace and joy that comes from a deep connection with God. Takeaways * Devotion to prayer * Staying alert and watchful * Gratitude and thankfulness Chapters * 00:00 The Power of Devotion to Prayer * 10:46 Staying Alert and Watchful * 22:37 Gratitude and Thankfulness https://linktr.ee/brittani.r.rodriguez [https://linktr.ee/brittani.r.rodriguez] Deep End with Lecrae - https://youtu.be/ljNIeXAH4ac?si=6vqA583v0PYN_7jM [https://youtu.be/ljNIeXAH4ac?si=6vqA583v0PYN_7jM]

Episode 33: Nothing Withheld: Letting Jesus Transform the Home | Colossians 3:18-4:1

This week on Heart on the Altar, Brittani walks vulnerably through Colossians 3:18–4:1 and wrestles honestly with what it means to surrender every part of our lives to Jesus — especially inside the home. From marriage, leadership, submission, parenting, bitterness, and forgiveness… to the tension of trying to trust God in painful seasons — this episode is raw, heartfelt, and deeply practical. If you’ve ever struggled with: * marriage tension, * family wounds, * resentment, * control, * discouragement, * or simply trying to hold everything together… This conversation is an invitation to stop striving and start surrendering. Because Jesus doesn’t just care about church attendance or Sunday worship — He cares about how we love, serve, forgive, speak, parent, and show up behind closed doors. In this episode we talk about: ✨ How the Gospel changes the home first ✨ Why submission and leadership are both acts of sacrifice ✨ How bitterness can quietly destroy relationships ✨ Why healthy marriages require humility and surrender ✨ What it looks like to invite Jesus into everyday moments ✨ And how we cannot do any of this without Christ And maybe most importantly: you are not alone in the struggle. Because before changing the world, God often starts by transforming our hearts first. https://linktr.ee/brittani.r.rodriguez [https://linktr.ee/brittani.r.rodriguez]