Love Journey

What We Learned About Love, Healing & Readiness (Season Recap)

Sis, what a season. From healing old heartbreaks to learning how to date with discernment, we went deep this season—and now it’s time to look back and reflect on how far we've come. In this wrap-up episode of Season 1, I’m walking you through the three major themes we explored: 1: Healing Is the First Step Toward Healthy Love 2: Personal Readiness Comes Before Relationship Readiness 3: Discernment Is Your Dating Superpower 📣 BIG NEWS Love Journey is coming to WDJY 99.1 FM radio starting January 2026 as part of a new partnership with Hype Media Global! We'll shift from 15-minute episodes to a full hour format with deeper teaching, live segments, and real stories. Don’t worry—you’ll still be able to listen on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube just like always. NEXT STEPS: 👉 🎧 Catch up on missed episodes * Go back and binge the Prepare for Love series or revisit your favorite teaching. 👉 📥 Download the FREE Resources * Heal Then Love Workbook [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c3mUI-vTN5VDpUKqPQuVjS5phxZAmigd/view] * Prepare for Love Series Guide [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LWk_-AptO8WyA0zZJ3R1d2aXFMt0I3ol/view] 👉 📞 Book a Free Love Journey Clarity Call * Book Now [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/144500] 👉 📝 Take the Listener Survey Your voice matters. Help shape Season 2 and the upcoming radio format: Click to take the survey [https://forms.gle/qH3mEDWnbuB8XiUN6] 👉 📢 Rate, Review & Subscribe * On Apple: From the show page, scroll to the bottom, leave 5 stars + a short review * On Spotify: From the show page, tap the three dots → “Rate Show.” * On YouTube: Subscribe to the channel, like, and comment on the episodes.

Healing What Still Hurts: 4 Steps to Break Free from Past Pain

Heartbreak can leave behind more than memories—it can leave wounds that distort your self-worth, faith in love, and trust in your discernment. In this powerful episode, we’re confronting the unresolved pain from past relationships that keeps you guarded, confused, or afraid to love again. Elana walks you through four healing steps rooted in biblical truth and emotional wisdom—so you can finally let go of what hurt you and make room for what God has for you. You’ll learn how to: * Name the real wound so it can be treated, not repeated * Grieve with God and not in isolation * Reset your identity in Christ (not your past) * Rebuild boundaries and date with peace, not pressure You don’t have to carry the old pain into your future. There is healing. There is hope. And yes, there is love after heartbreak. 🔁 NEXT STEPS ❤️ Loved this episode? Here’s how to stay connected: * ✍️ Leave a review on Apple or Spotify—it helps more sisters find the show! * 📥 Download the free Heal, Then Love workbook to start your healing journey: click to download [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c3mUI-vTN5VDpUKqPQuVjS5phxZAmigd/view] * 💬 Share it with a friend who’s still hurting from a past relationship.

“Where Are the Godly Men? How God Prepares You Before He Sends Him”

“Where are all the godly men?” is a real question—but it might not be the right one. In this episode, Alana reframes the search by focusing on alignment, readiness, and becoming. Before God brings two people together, He prepares two hearts. We walk through spiritual, emotional, relational, and purpose readiness; the difference between positioning to be seen vs. to be recognized (Ruth/Boaz); and how to renew your mind so peace replaces pressure while you wait. You’ll learn: * Why alignment with God precedes alignment with a man * The difference between desire and readiness (spiritual, emotional, relational, purposeful) * How Ruth’s life positioned her to be recognized, not just noticed * What true beauty looks like (1 Peter 3:3–4; strength under control, peace over performance) * Practical rhythms to “renew your mind” (Rom. 12:2) so you can wait well Scripture references: Prov. 3:5–6; Matt. 6:33; Gal. 5:22–23; Ps. 37:4; Ruth 2:11–12; 1 Pet. 3:3–4; Prov. 31:25; Rom. 12:2 ✅ CHECKPOINT CHALLENGE (FROM THE EPISODE) Do an Alignment Inventory with God. Ask Him to show you one thing in each area—and take one step this week to realign. 1. Spiritually: Where am I trusting God—and where am I still trying to control the outcome? 2. Emotionally: Is there a wound or a fear I still need to surrender? 3. Relationally: Am I showing love, forgiveness, and healthy boundaries with the people already in my life? 4. Purposefully: Am I walking in what God called me to do—or waiting for someone else to give me permission? 5. ➡️ Then write one step for each area to realign your heart with God this week. 📌 NEXT STEPS * ⭐ Leave a review on Apple/Spotify—it helps more sisters find the show. * 📞 Book a free Love Journey Clarity Call Click to schedule clarity call [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/144500] to get personalized next steps. * 💌 Send questions to hello@lovejourneypodcast.com. [hello@lovejourneypodcast.com.] for future Q&As.

Signs He’s Serious About Marriage (Not Just Dating for Fun)

Have you ever thought a man was serious—only to be left confused or heartbroken? In this episode of Love Journey, we’re talking about how to discern when a man is truly serious about marriage versus when he’s just dating casually. Elana shares powerful insight on what spiritual discernment looks like, how to evaluate a man’s fruit, and why words without action are not enough. If you’ve ever second-guessed your judgment in dating, this episode will give you clarity, wisdom, and peace. You’ll learn: * The #1 reason why discernment is essential for Christian women dating for marriage * What Jeremiah 17:9–10 teaches us about trusting our hearts * How to test if his fruit matches his intentions * The danger of surface-level spirituality in dating * How to invite God into the process of discernment ✅ CHECKPOINT CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK Ask God to reveal what only He can see. Stay in prayer and ask Him to expose anything hidden and confirm what’s true. While you observe the man in front of you, keep seeking the God above you. Let your discernment come from the One who searches hearts and sees what you cannot. 🔗 NEXT STEPS: 1. Book a free Love Journey Clarity Call to talk through your dating situation with Elana.Click to schedule clarity call [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/144500] 2. Have a question you want answered on the show? Email: hello@lovejourneypodcast.com. [hello@lovejourneypodcast.com.] 3. Leave a Review – If today’s episode blessed you, let us know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. 4. Subscribe on YouTube – Hit the bell so you never miss an episode. 5. Share it with a sister – Know someone who needs this message? Text them the link and bless their journey too.

Dating Red Flags Every Christian Woman Should Pay Attention To.

Have you ever seen red flags but stayed anyway—hoping things would change? In this heart‑to‑heart episode of Love Journey, Elana dives into the power of discernment in dating. Discover why Christian women often ignore red flags, how to recognize them early, and how to respond with wisdom, courage, and faith. If you’re dating with marriage in mind, this episode is your roadmap to clarity instead of confusion—so you can protect your heart before you give it away. You’ll Learn: * Why we ignore red flags emotionally, psychologically, and spiritually * The most common red flags Christian women must watch for * How to respond to red flags with wisdom, boundaries, and faith * How to anchor your dating decisions in God’s truth, not just your emotions ✨ Checkpoint Challenge: Grab your journal and answer these four questions: 1. What red flags have I ignored in my past—and why? 2. Are there any red flags I’m minimizing in my current relationship? 3. What fruit am I actually seeing in this person’s life? 4. Am I asking God for wisdom, or just hoping things work out? Let this reflection help you discern clearly and walk in peace. Next Steps: * 💬Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—your words help more women find this sisterhood. * If you listen to the podcast on YouTube, subscribe to the channel. Please leave a comment or like this episode. Doing these things will help to get the podcast in front of more people. * 📧Got a question for Elana? Email hello@lovejourneypodcast.com. [hello@lovejourneypodcast.com.] to have it answered on a future episode. Want to work with Elana? Book a free Love Journey Clarity Call. Click to schedule clarity call [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/144500]