In Her Image: The Proverbs 31 Devotional Podcast

Why Do We Wait to Be Kind?

When I was going through chemo, I noticed something I have not been able to unlearn since. The moment people found out I had cancer, their whole face would change. A pharmacy clerk would slow down. A cashier at Publix would mean it when she called me sweetheart. And I would drive home and wonder — why do we wait until someone is sick to be kind? In this solo episode, we sit with Proverbs 31:20 — "She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy" — and talk about the difference between polite and kind, why we keep a register of real kindness locked away for people we know are suffering, and what it would mean to live the other way. If you're a tired, devoted woman carrying something nobody can see — pull up a chair. ⏱ Chapters01:00 — The pharmacy clerk who changed everything04:00 — A cashier at Publix that gave me hope06:30 — Sitting with Proverbs 31:2007:30 — Two words that change everything: opens and extends12:30 — The lie about kindness most women believe15:00 — How God moves toward you (and what chesed means)19:30 — Three questions to sit with this week22:30 — One small practice25:00 — A benediction for the woman carrying something invisible27:00 — Where to go next 📖 Anchor verse: Proverbs 31:20 💌 Come sit at the table with us:Join the In Her Image community on Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/groups/inherimage [https://www.facebook.com/groups/320055009356409] 📚 Go deeper:In Her Image: A 31-Day Devotional Journey Through Proverbs 31 — available on Amazon. https://amzn.to/4eZFAEA Signed copies at andreajohn.com/resources [andreajohn.com/resources] #InHerImage #Proverbs31 #ChristianWomen #FaithPodcast #KindnessMatters #CancerSurvivor #ChristianWomenPodcast

Start Here · Welcome to In Her Image

New to In Her Image? This is the best place to begin. In this short, personal episode, Andrea introduces herself, the heart behind the show, and walks you through what each of the four seasons is for — so you can find the one that meets you where you are. Whether you're brand new or you've been listening for a while and want to come back to the foundation, this episode will walk you in. 📖 The Book — andreajohn.com/resources 💬 The Community — facebook.com/groups/inherimage New episodes weekly.

The Secret to Success

Most people look at someone successful and assume they’re naturally gifted. What we usually don’t see are the years of development behind the scenes. The repetition.The consistency.The growth. The willingness to keep showing up before anyone noticed. In this solo episode of the In Her Image Podcast, Andrea dives into the often-overlooked character trait of being skillful and why it may be one of the biggest keys to growth in every area of life. This conversation isn’t about hustle culture or perfection. It’s about stewardship. Because success usually isn’t built in one big moment. It’s built quietly over time through intentionality, humility, discipline, and development. Andrea shares practical examples of what skillfulness looks like in everyday life, how confidence is often developed through practice, and why so many women stay stuck waiting to feel “ready” before they begin.

How to Keep Going When Life Feels Too Heavy

What does resilience really look like when life feels heavy, messy, and overwhelming? In this episode of the In Her Image Podcast, Andrea sits down with Ginia Bishop for a deeply honest and powerful conversation about resilience. Not as a concept, but as something lived out in real life. From navigating past trauma and healing, to rebuilding marriage, to showing up in the middle of pain, Ginia shares her story with vulnerability, wisdom, and faith. Resilience isn’t about pretending everything is okay. It’s about continuing to show up, even when it’s hard. • What resilience really means (and why it’s not easy)• How past wounds and trauma impact our ability to move forward• The role of counseling, community, and faith in healing• Why you don’t have to do it alone• How to keep going when you feel stuck or overwhelmed• The importance of renewing your mind and staying connected to God • Choosing growth instead of a victim mindset You don’t become resilient without going through something. But what you go through doesn’t have to define you—it can shape you. And with God, healing and growth are always possible. • Hebrews 12:1–2• Isaiah 43 (when you pass through the waters…)• John 15:5 Connect with Ginia Bishopginiabishop.org [https://www.giniabishop.org/]Check out her books [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ginia-Bishop/author/B0CRFPX7WT?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1777479601&sr=8-1&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8166e694-397c-4d1c-9f11-97cb6fb0b7b5] If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who may need it. And let us know what spoke to you most 🤍

How to see God in every day moments

What if being a “visionary” isn’t about seeing far into the future, but learning to recognize God in the moments right in front of you? In this episode of the In Her Image Podcast, I sit down with Rachel for a conversation that is both deeply personal and incredibly eye-opening. Rachel shares how God has spoken to her throughout her life—not in abstract ways, but through real, tangible, undeniable moments. From simple daily encounters to powerful confirmations, her story will challenge the way you think about how God communicates. Because what if He’s already speaking and we’re just not recognizing it? Together, we explore what it really means to be a visionary woman; not just someone who looks ahead, but someone who learns to see God in the present. In this episode, we talk about: ✨ How to recognize God’s voice in your everyday life ✨ Why God often gives us “pieces” instead of the full picture ✨ The role of faith, trust, and obedience in walking with Him ✨ How documenting what God shows you can strengthen your faith ✨ Why community matters when you’re growing spiritually ✨ And how learning to see God changes everything This conversation will encourage you to slow down, pay attention, and begin to notice the ways God may already be moving in your life. Because when you start to see Him, you can’t unsee Him. 🎧 If this episode spoke to you, be sure to share it with a friend and continue the conversation with us. Because you were created to see differently… and live from that place 🤍 🔗 Teaching on imagination and activation mentioned https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcujCbFAZH4&list=PLh7BFXSzTZpEZvq2VNcF-KWaVaGx81pSM