Why You Feel Distant from God (Even Though You Love Him)

Why You Feel Spiritually Stuck Before You Even Start

Do you feel spiritually stuck… and you haven’t even really started? You want to grow in your relationship with God. You think about it. You desire it. But when it’s time to begin, you feel overwhelmed, unsure, or unable to move forward. In this episode, we’re talking about why that happens. This isn’t about laziness or lack of discipline. There’s a deeper reason you feel stuck before you even start—and once you understand it, your approach to spiritual growth begins to shift. If you’ve been starting and stopping in your walk with God, feeling inconsistent, or unsure of where to begin, this episode will give you clarity and direction. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why you feel spiritually stuck before you begin• What may be missing in your spiritual foundation• The difference between desire and structure in your walk with God• How to begin building consistency in a simple, intentional way 🕊️ Reflection: Take a moment and ask yourself: What has been stopping me from starting? 📖 Scriptures to meditate on:• Hosea 4:6• Proverbs 3:5–6• 1 Corinthians 14:33 🤍 Next Steps: If you’re ready to stop starting over and begin building consistency in your walk with God, explore my guided journals and prayer resources designed to help you grow with structure and intention. 📌 Share: If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who may be feeling the same way. Stay rooted. Stay intentional. I’ll meet you in the next episode. __________ Stay Connected Subscribe to the In Alignment Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@InAlignmentPodcast]. Follow along on Instagram @simply.enna [https://www.instagram.com/simply.enna/] for weekly encouragement and behind-the-scenes content. Share this episode with someone preparing for a God-centered new year Email us at theinalignmentpodcast@gmail.com [theinalignmentpodcast@gmail.com] Website: www.simplyenna.com [http://www.simplyenna.com] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit simplyenna.substack.com [https://simplyenna.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Why You Feel Distant from God (Even Though You Love Him)

Have you been feeling distant from God—even though you genuinely love Him? You’re trying to stay consistent. You care about your relationship with Him. But something still feels off… disconnected… like you’re not as close as you used to be. In this episode, we’re unpacking why that happens. This isn’t about guilt, pressure, or trying harder. It’s about understanding what may be missing in your spiritual foundation—and how to begin rebuilding your connection with God in a way that is steady, intentional, and real. If you’ve been feeling spiritually inconsistent, stuck, or unsure of how to truly grow in your walk with God, this episode will give you clarity and direction. In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why loving God doesn’t always translate into feeling close to Him• The deeper reasons you may feel distant or disconnected• What could be missing in your current spiritual rhythm• Practical steps to begin reconnecting with God daily Reflection: Take a moment after listening and ask yourself: Where in my life have I been feeling distant from God—and what might be contributing to that distance? Scriptures to meditate on:• James 4:8• Jeremiah 29:13• John 15:4–5 Next Steps: If you’re ready to build more structure and consistency in your walk with God, explore my guided journals and prayer resources designed to help you grow intentionally and stay rooted. 📌 Share: If this episode spoke to you, send it to someone who may need this encouragement too. Stay rooted. Stay intentional. I’ll meet you in the next episode. Stay Connected Subscribe to the In Alignment Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@InAlignmentPodcast]. Follow along on Instagram @simply.enna [https://www.instagram.com/simply.enna/] for weekly encouragement and behind-the-scenes content. Share this episode with someone preparing for a God-centered new year Email us at theinalignmentpodcast@gmail.com [theinalignmentpodcast@gmail.com] Website: www.simplyenna.com [http://www.simplyenna.com] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit simplyenna.substack.com [https://simplyenna.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Becoming Her: My Faith-Led Journey to a Healthier Me

In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing my current journey toward becoming a healthier version of myself—physically, spiritually, and emotionally. This isn’t a before-and-after story. It’s a during story. I open up about what inspired me to begin this health journey, the challenges I’ve faced along the way, and how my faith has been the foundation that continues to sustain and strengthen me. From redefining what “healthy” truly means, to building sustainable exercise habits and creating a more intentional relationship with food, this episode is an honest reflection of what it looks like to steward your body with grace and obedience. More than fitness or weight loss, this conversation is about honoring God with our bodies, releasing perfection, and learning to show up consistently—even on the hard days. If you’re on your own wellness journey or feeling the nudge to start, this episode will encourage you to invite God into the process and take one intentional step forward. ✨ In this episode, we discuss: What inspired me to start my health journey Redefining health through a faith-based lens The physical, mental, and spiritual challenges I’ve faced My current exercise routine and why sustainability matters How I’ve shifted my relationship with food and meal planning The role of prayer, scripture, and obedience in my wellness journey Lessons God is teaching me through discipline and consistency Encouragement for anyone starting—or restarting—their health journey 📖 Scriptures referenced: 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 Galatians 5:22–231 Corinthians 10:31 Reflection Question: What is one area of your health God may be inviting you to steward more intentionally? __________ Stay Connected Subscribe to the In Alignment Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@InAlignmentPodcast]. Follow along on Instagram @simply.enna [https://www.instagram.com/simply.enna/] for weekly encouragement and behind-the-scenes content. Share this episode with someone preparing for a God-centered new year Email us at theinalignmentpodcast@gmail.com [theinalignmentpodcast@gmail.com] Website: www.simplyenna.com [http://www.simplyenna.com] Closing Encouragement Your year doesn’t need to be perfect — it needs to be aligned. Until next time, Stay encouraged. Stay obedient. Stay in alignment. __________ Enna is a Christian content creator, podcast host, and faith-based stationery designer passionate about helping women grow in faith, clarity, and purpose. She is a Christian podcaster, stationery creator, and writer who shares real-life reflections on faith, wellness, planning, productivity, and intentional living. Through her podcast, videos, intentional planning tools, biblical teachings, and written content, Enna shares practical faith insights and encourages women to invite God into every area of life—from intentional planning and discipline to purpose and daily routines. She encourages women to live rooted in Christ while pursuing their God-given calling. Her work is rooted first in Scripture – biblical truth, identity in Christ, and on personal experience and the belief that consistency, obedience, and grace are essential to meaningful growth. Enna encourages women to walk boldly in their faith journey. When she’s not designing and creating resources or recording contents, Enna is navigating motherhood, faith, and wellness in real time—sharing lessons from the journey, not just the destination. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit simplyenna.substack.com [https://simplyenna.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

House of Completion: Becoming a Finisher in a God Who Finishes

In this powerful faith-based episode, we explore the biblical meaning of completion and why God is deeply committed to finishing what He starts. From the significance of the number seven throughout Scripture to the completion of Solomon’s Temple, the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls, and Jesus’ declaration “It is finished,” this episode reveals God as a Finisher—and calls believers to become a House of Completion. You’ll learn what the Finisher’s Anointing is, why it’s necessary in seasons of delay or discouragement, and how spiritual disciplines, endurance, and alignment with God’s will empower us to finish strong. If you’ve struggled with unfinished assignments, deferred dreams, or spiritual fatigue, this episode will encourage you to stay the course and trust the God who completes every promise. Key Topics Covered: Biblical meaning of completion and the number seven God’s pattern of finishing throughout Scripture Solomon’s Temple and divine approval through completion Nehemiah, Paul, and Jesus as biblical finishers What it means to be a “House of Completion” The Finisher’s Anointing explained How to finish strong in faith, purpose, and calling Key Scriptures Referenced: Genesis 1 1 Kings & 2 Chronicles Mark 8:22–26 Hebrews 12:2 Revelation 1:8 Listener Reflection Questions: What has God called you to complete in this season? Where have you been tempted to stop short of finishing? How can you lean on God’s strength instead of your own? __________ Stay Connected Subscribe to the In Alignment Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@InAlignmentPodcast]. Follow along on Instagram @simply.enna [https://www.instagram.com/simply.enna/] for weekly encouragement and behind-the-scenes content. Share this episode with someone preparing for a God-centered new year Email us at theinalignmentpodcast@gmail.com [theinalignmentpodcast@gmail.com] Website: www.simplyenna.com [http://www.simplyenna.com] Closing Encouragement Your year doesn’t need to be perfect — it needs to be aligned. Until next time, Stay encouraged. Stay obedient. Stay in alignment. __________ Enna is a Christian content creator, podcast host, and faith-based stationery designer passionate about helping women grow in faith, clarity, and purpose. She is the founder of 633 Kingdom Collective [https://www.633kingdomcollective.com/] & BelleVie Stationery [https://belleviestationery.com/], a faith-based brand created to help women plan with purpose, live intentionally, and steward their God-given callings with divine clarity and grace. She is a Christian podcaster, stationery creator, and writer who shares real-life reflections on faith, wellness, planning, productivity, and intentional living. Through her podcast, videos, intentional planning tools, biblical teachings, and written content, Enna shares practical faith insights and encourages women to invite God into every area of life—from intentional planning and discipline to purpose and daily routines. She encourages women to live rooted in Christ while pursuing their God-given calling. Her work is rooted first in Scripture – biblical truth, identity in Christ, and then on personal experience and the belief that consistency, obedience, and grace are essential to meaningful growth. She encourages women to walk boldly in their faith journey. When she’s not designing and creating resources or recording contents, Enna is navigating motherhood, faith, and wellness in real time—sharing lessons from the journey, not just the destination. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit simplyenna.substack.com [https://simplyenna.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Knowing How Much God Loves You Changes Everything

A Love Like No Other: The Love of God | Romans 8:32–39 What does it truly mean to be loved by God—not conditionally, not emotionally, but eternally and sacrificially? In this powerful episode, A Love Like No Other: The Love of God, we unpack Romans 8:32–39 to reveal the depth, security, and victory found in God’s love for His children. This episode is a reminder that God’s love is not fragile, fleeting, or dependent on our perfection—it is anchored in Christ and sealed by the cross. We explore what it means that God did not spare His own Son, how nothing in all creation can separate us from His love, and why we are called more than conquerors through Christ. You’ll also discover the powerful courtroom imagery of Romans 8—where God is the Judge, Jesus is our witness, the Holy Spirit is our Advocate, and Christ’s blood is the evidence that secures our victory. If you’ve ever struggled with shame, condemnation, fear, or doubt about God’s love for you, this episode will anchor your heart in truth and remind you that you are the apple of His eye, deeply cherished and eternally defended. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why God’s love is the ultimate sacrifice What Romans 8 teaches about spiritual security How to overcome condemnation and accusation through Christ What it means to be more than a conqueror Why nothing—not even your past—can separate you from God’s love How understanding God’s love transforms your identity and confidence 🎧 Listen, reflect, and rest in the unshakable love of God. Watch the video podcast here [https://youtu.be/i2lmYVoGSfk] __________ Stay Connected Subscribe to the In Alignment Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@InAlignmentPodcast]. Follow along on Instagram @simply.enna [https://www.instagram.com/simply.enna/] for weekly encouragement and behind-the-scenes content. Share this episode with someone preparing for a God-centered new year Email us at theinalignmentpodcast@gmail.com [theinalignmentpodcast@gmail.com] Website: www.simplyenna.com [http://www.simplyenna.com] Closing Encouragement Your year doesn’t need to be perfect — it needs to be aligned. Until next time, Stay encouraged. Stay obedient. Stay in alignment. __________ Enna is a Christian content creator, podcast host, and faith-based stationery designer passionate about helping women grow in faith, clarity, and purpose. She is  the founder of 633 Kingdom Collective [https://www.633kingdomcollective.com/] & BelleVie Stationery [https://belleviestationery.com/], a faith-based brand created to help women plan with purpose, live intentionally, and steward their God-given callings with divine clarity and grace. She is a Christian podcaster, stationery creator, and writer who shares real-life reflections on faith, wellness, planning, productivity, and intentional living. Through her podcast, videos, intentional planning tools, biblical teachings, and written content, Enna shares practical faith insights and encourages women to invite God into every area of life—from intentional planning and discipline to purpose and daily routines. She encourages women to live rooted in Christ while pursuing their God-given calling. Her work is rooted first in Scripture – biblical truth, identity in Christ, and then on personal experience and the belief that consistency, obedience, and grace are essential to meaningful growth. She encourages women to walk boldly in their faith journey. When she’s not designing and creating resources or recording contents, Enna is navigating motherhood, faith, and wellness in real time—sharing lessons from the journey, not just the destination. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit simplyenna.substack.com [https://simplyenna.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]