Leaving Legalism, Finding Jesus | Rebekah Eckhardt’s Testimony of Faith, Fear, and Israel

Leaving Legalism, Finding Jesus | Rebekah Eckhardt’s Testimony of Faith, Fear, and Israel

What happens when your faith has been shaped by legalism, religious confusion, suffering, and a deep love for Israel? In this episode of Walking Defined, Baylee sits down with special guest Rebekah Eckhardt to hear her powerful testimony of growing up in a Christian family, walking through legalistic patterns, living and serving in Israel, and learning to keep Jesus at the center of her faith. Rebekah shares about a season of serious illness that brought her face-to-face with the fragility of life and the faithfulness of God. Through that suffering, she learned what it means to rest in Him instead of striving to prove herself. We also talk about: Legalism and religious confusion Why Jesus has to remain the cornerstone of our faith How suffering can deepen our trust in God Rebekah’s experience living and serving in Israel Fear, spiritual warfare, and trusting God with our lives Marriage, sanctification, and letting God shape us Why Christians should be careful not to drift from the gospel Israel, antisemitism, prophecy, and the return of Jesus The power of testimony and speaking truth out loud This conversation is honest, weighty, and full of wisdom for anyone who has wrestled through confusion, fear, legalism, or trying to understand where they stand with God. If you’ve ever felt like you needed to have every answer, earn God’s love, or figure out your faith perfectly, this episode is a reminder that Jesus is enough. Connect With Us: walkingdefined@gmail.com [walkingdefined@gmail.com] Follow Walking Defined: YouTube | @WalkingDefined [https://www.youtube.com/@WalkingDefined] Instagram | @WalkingDefined [https://www.instagram.com/walkingdefined/] Facebook | @WalkingDefined [https://www.facebook.com/walkingdefined/] TikTok | @WalkingDefined [https://www.tiktok.com/@walkingdefined] X | @WalkingDefined [https://x.com/walkingdefined] 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. New episodes every Tuesday.

Biblical Parenting vs. Gentle Parenting | Are We Raising Kids to Obey God?

Are we raising children to follow their feelings, or training them to obey the Lord? In this episode of Walking Defined, we’re unpacking one of the most controversial conversations in Christian culture today: parenting. The world tells parents that discipline is harmful, obedience is outdated, and children should be led by their emotions. But what does the Bible actually say? We talk about: * Biblical discipline and why obedience matters * The difference between loving correction and harsh parenting * Why gentle parenting can become a feelings-first approach * How parents can prepare children to obey God later in life * Why doing the hard work now matters for who your children become * The importance of a unified marriage in parenting * Why your job is not to make your child happy, but to raise them well * How culture is shaping children before parents realize it This conversation is direct, countercultural, and rooted in the belief that Scripture is still true, still applicable, and still the standard for how we live. If you’re a Christian mom feeling confused, convicted, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, this episode is for you. We are not claiming to parent perfectly. We are learning, wrestling, repenting, and growing too. But we believe parents have been entrusted with a sacred responsibility, and culture cannot be the loudest voice shaping our children. Subscribe for honest conversations about taking Scripture seriously in a confused culture. Connect With Us: walkingdefined@gmail.com [walkingdefined@gmail.com] Follow Walking Defined: YouTube | @WalkingDefined [https://www.youtube.com/@WalkingDefined] Instagram | @WalkingDefined [https://www.instagram.com/walkingdefined/] Facebook | @WalkingDefined [https://www.facebook.com/walkingdefined/] TikTok | @WalkingDefined [https://www.tiktok.com/@walkingdefined] X | @WalkingDefined [https://x.com/walkingdefined] 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. New episodes every Tuesday.

Yoga, Horoscopes, & Superstitions: What Should Christians Avoid?

What if it’s not just what you say… but what you’re participating in? In this episode of Walking Defined, Kate and Baylee continue their conversation on superstitions—but this time, they go deeper. This isn’t just about phrases like “knock on wood” or “fingers crossed.” This is about actions, habits, and practices that have become normalized… even within the Christian life. From everyday sayings to things like yoga, meditation, horoscopes, and “energy” practices, this conversation challenges one central question: Does intention matter… or does participation? This episode unpacks: * The spiritual implications behind common phrases like jinx, third time’s a charm, and fingers crossed * Why “good intentions” don’t remove spiritual participation * The origin and influence of astrology and horoscopes * The difference between biblical meditation and modern meditation * A deep dive into yoga—its origins, meaning, and spiritual implications * Why “neutral” spiritual practices don’t actually exist * Conviction vs. legalism (and how to navigate both biblically) * The importance of obedience once you know the truth This is not about fear. This is not about perfection. It’s about becoming aware, responding to conviction, and choosing obedience in your walk with God. Because once you know… you’re no longer operating in ignorance. Connect With Us: walkingdefined@gmail.com [walkingdefined@gmail.com] Follow Walking Defined: YouTube | @WalkingDefined [https://www.youtube.com/@WalkingDefined] Instagram | @WalkingDefined [https://www.instagram.com/walkingdefined/] Facebook | @WalkingDefined [https://www.facebook.com/walkingdefined/] TikTok | @WalkingDefined [https://www.tiktok.com/@walkingdefined] X | @WalkingDefined [https://x.com/walkingdefined] 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. New episodes every Tuesday.

The Strongholds on Our Lives | People pleasing, anxiety, control, idolatry

You know that sin that you thought you dealt with, but it just keeps sneaking back into your life?Today's episode of Walking Defined is a follow up to our conversation about strongholds. We peel back the layers on What is a stronghold? How do we combat the sin that we can't seem to get rid of completely? What strongholds are we personally still struggling with? God's not done with us, and Praise the Lord He is not! Baylee and Kate talk through what posture is required in order for a "sin on steroids" to really be broken so true freedom can be felt, found and experienced. Whether you are dealing with the poison of sin that was fun for a season or the bondage of that thing you have surrendered over and over... know you are not alone. God wants to free us and he will when we know how to ask. Connect With Us: walkingdefined@gmail.com [walkingdefined@gmail.com] Follow Walking Defined: YouTube | @WalkingDefined [https://www.youtube.com/@WalkingDefined] Instagram | @WalkingDefined [https://www.instagram.com/walkingdefined/] Facebook | @WalkingDefined [https://www.facebook.com/walkingdefined/] TikTok | @WalkingDefined [https://www.tiktok.com/@walkingdefined] X | @WalkingDefined [https://x.com/walkingdefined] 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. New episodes every Tuesday.

Does Your Story Really Start With You? | God’s Plan, Generational Impact & Identity in Christ with Stephanie Bischoff

What if the parts of your story you try to forget… are actually where God was moving the most? Stephanie didn’t grow up knowing God. No church. No gospel. Just broken relationships, anger, and a life that didn’t feel stable. Then one weekend, everything changed. In this episode, she shares what it actually looked like to hear the gospel for the first time and what happened when it collided with everything she thought was normal. We get into: What it’s like to meet Jesus when you’ve never heard the truth before How generational sin patterns show up in real life Why following Jesus doesn’t instantly fix your old habits The tension of trying to live in the light when you only know darkness How God uses pain to prepare you, not punish you What real redemption in a mother-daughter relationship can look like Why being made in God’s image matters more than you think If you’ve ever wrestled with: Where God was in your past Why your upbringing still affects you Whether change is actually possible You’ll see yourself in this one. God doesn’t wait for your life to be clean. He steps into it. And He doesn’t just change your future. He redeems what came before it. Connect With Us: walkingdefined@gmail.com [walkingdefined@gmail.com] Follow Walking Defined: YouTube | @WalkingDefined [https://www.youtube.com/@WalkingDefined] Instagram | @WalkingDefined [https://www.instagram.com/walkingdefined/] Facebook | @WalkingDefined [https://www.facebook.com/walkingdefined/] TikTok | @WalkingDefined [https://www.tiktok.com/@walkingdefined] X | @WalkingDefined [https://x.com/walkingdefined] 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: Subscribe on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. New episodes every Tuesday.