Closet Confessions with Christina: Real, Raw & Relatable

Ep 32: Chasing the High: Dopamine, Fulfillment, Success and Validation!

We always searching. Always looking. Always wanting.... that high. But really what we are looking for is Fulfillment. But there's a hole that was created by the Creator Himself that can only be filled by Him. We try in all different kinds of ways. Like jobs, children, spouses, success, looks, body image, alcohol... the list goes on and on. Let's talk about it and what we can do to stay focused on the One true thing that can truly fulfill us! 

Ep 31: Am I really addicted? Do I have an idol in my life? How can I tell? Can you be addicted Phones, social media, nicotine, alcohol, Netflix, people?

Whoa this one was hard. Will I be judged for my admission of being addicted to vaping? Will I fail & fall back into the addition after telling everyone I'm quitting? Will this episode come across as legalistic & goody goody?  Well, we're just going to leave it in God's hands.  
 
Alcohol, nicotine, drugs..... why are these the main things we think of when someone says they're addicted to something??  What about our phones, social media, approval from others, perfectionism from ourselves, food, caffeine, sugar.... ANYTHING we think we can't live without means we're addicted to it! 

Ep 30: What do Warts, Bathroom Visits and Fig leaves have in common? Alot actually!

That's a strange title right? Well my thought was that a lot of people may not think they "need" to listen to a podcast about Shame and embarrassment so I figured maybe the title would spark some interest. :):)
 
Shame tries to be an identity. And as a Christian, that IS NOT OURS to claim! Shame keeps us in the dark. In a hole. Jesus paid a big price so that DOESN'T have to be what we walk around with.

Ep 29: It’s my Birthday!! But what’s the big deal about a birthday?

Why are birthdays so fun?? Is it because of the love and attention you get from them?? Well I hope this episode gives you a new inside and meaning to what your "birth" day actually is and why that day is so important!!!

Ep 28: My Papa has passed. What did God show me while sitting with the dying?

I know, I know... I have been MIA for about 3 months now! I'm so sorry! I've had 2 deaths and 2 cases of Poison Oak in the house! It's been a crazy 3 months. But I'm back today and my prayer as always is that this podcast helps you in someway and of course I pray it brings Glory to God! 

Ep 27: What to do when you’re feeling Overwhelmed, Pressured & Discontent? These feelings come from the enemy & we must battle with the right weapons!

Ever feel like the pressure of the world is on you to "Do"? Or maybe like you're not "doing" enough for God? Do you ever get overwhelmed and just shut down? Do you ever feel discontent with your life? Well if you answered No to the above, this episode might not make sense to you:) But for me, I just needed to talk it out. I hope I didn't ramble too much for you & my prayer is that it helps you in your everyday walk with Christ. 

Ep 26: Anxiety, Worry, Fear... Causes and a few suggestions to help battle the anxious thoughts!

Anxiety and depression are 2 things that seem to be so heavy right now. Well, there's really never a time that anxiety can't hit us. Sometimes it's chemical and sometimes may not be. So we'll go over things that could cause anxiety and a few things we could do maybe to help!
~Christina
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Ep 25: Why, When and How we Pray! A guild to prayer and just how easy it is!

Prayer: That can be a confusing word to some people. I know for me it use to be. Something so simple as talking to God can be complicated for some people. We can be scared to pray or insecure about when to pray. But prayer is powerful. It grows our faith and strengthens are relationship with Our Heavenly Father. It brings peace and wisdom into situations. It brings hope and joy into our lives. So why don't we do it continuously? The Bible says to pray without ceasing.
Let's talk about it.