Podcast — Merritt Onsa | Christian Life Coach for Women

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Want Clarity on Your Purpose? Get to Know Your Strengths

What If Getting Clear on Your Purpose Is Easier Than You Think? Last week, we met Jill Felix, a certified CoreClarity facilitator and passionate coach who helps believers understand how God has gifted them. In part 2 of our conversation, Jill offers practical insights and encouragement to help you uncover your unique strengths and start living on purpose as a Christian woman. Her story is full of wisdom about embracing your God-given gifts while trusting Him through the process of pursuing a dream.

Finding Purpose Again After Grief and Loss of a Loved One

Are you in a season where dreams unexpectedly feel out of reach because of grief, loss, or simply the weight of your responsibilities? Guest Jill Felix knows what it’s like to navigate deep loss while still holding on to a God-shaped dream. In this episode, you’ll learn how grief and unexpected loss can shape your calling, the importance of Sabbath rhythms that sustain you, and practical ways to move forward in your purpose, even in seasons of waiting.

What I Wish I’d Known About Purpose Before Turning 40

Are you living out the purpose God intended for you? Maybe you’ve spent years searching for clarity, trying to find your unique purpose as a Christian, and it seems like the answers are out of reach. This episode is for you if you feel uncertain about next steps, if wonder whether you’ve missed your chance, or simply long for reassurance that God has a plan for your life. Let this conversation be a reminder that His timing is perfect and your purpose is already unfolding in ways you may not yet see.

The Truth About Your Unique Purpose as a Christian

What does the Bible say about purpose? Quite a lot actually, including that you were uniquely created by God, that He knew you before you were born, that He gave you life in a specific time and place, and He’s given you good gifts to use for His glory. But if all of this is true, why is it so difficult to figure out your purpose? This episode uses the lens of Scripture to help you become a student of your past experiences alongside your God-given gifts so you can find your true purpose.

How to Start When Dreams Feel Too Big w/ Kirsten D Samuel

Can God turn your difficult story into a meaningful ministry? Is God nudging you toward something, but you’re unsure of the practical steps to begin? Perhaps you see a need but feel overwhelmed by what you don’t know. Learn how to embrace the uncomfortable beginnings of a dream, the power of sharing with a trusted friend, and the profound impact of obeying God’s calling. Like my guest Kirsten D Samuel, you’ll find the clarity you seek by taking one step at a time and letting go of control along the way.

How God’s Love Can Turn Pain Into Purpose w/Kirsten D Samuel

Kirsten D Samuel was certain she didn’t want to share publicly about her husband’s pornography addiction and their resulting marriage crisis. She was comfortable mentoring young moms and staying in the background—until God had different plans. In this conversation, Kirsten vulnerably shares how God transformed her “no” into a powerful “yes” resulting in a ministry of hope and healing for women after marriage betrayal. This one is all about what God can do with our imperfect, even terrified, yes.

Seeing Yourself as God Sees You—A Biblical Perspective

Do you see yourself how God sees you? It’s time to break free from the lies that distort our sense of worth so we can learn to fix our identity on Christ. It’s important because big dreams built on the shaky ground of lies or confusion about who we are will soon crumble. Listen in for the tools to embrace your identity as God’s beloved and reject the temptation of finding your value and worth in performance, perfection, or the approval of others.

How to Recognize Lies Holding You Back from Your Dreams

Let's examine the lies that hold us back from fully embracing our God-given value and worth. These false beliefs—whether about our abilities, identity, or purpose—can keep us stuck in fear and self-doubt. But when we uncover them and replace them with God’s truth, we can step forward with confidence into the dreams He’s placed on our hearts.

Listener Survey Results + Season 13 Preview

Welcome to Season 13 of The Devoted Dreamers Podcast! In this episode I’m sharing exciting changes, including monthly themes and shorter, more actionable episodes tailored to empower you and your God-shaped dream. You’ll hear insights from a listener survey that have shaped what’s new on the podcast this year and more about who is actually listening to the show. Tune in for inspiring stories, practical advice, and to find your place in our community of faith-driven perseverance.

Faith-Filled Dos and Don’ts for Pursuing a God-Given Dream

Get my top 3 dos and don’ts from eight years of podcasting and building a business from scratch. This is what I wish I’d known at the beginning, and I’m sharing it with you today so you can get there faster and easier than I did. If you’re a Christian woman with a dream to write a book, build a ministry, or start a business, you’ll walk away from this episode with simple actions you can take today to support you on your journey. Click play to turn your dreams into reality today!

322 || Overcoming Excuses, Moving Past Fear & Taking the Next Step || Amy Lively

Listen to Amy Lively’s vulnerable story about overcoming fears and trusting God for His provision as she launched a neighborhood Bible study. Finally ditching excuses and listening to the Lord’s promptings, Amy began to write about what He’s been teaching her. She now has two published books as well as numerous resources for faith-based community building. Her story demonstrates that with faith, the first step doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to be taken.

321 || Advent Longing, Book Writing & the Seeds of a New Dream || Caroline Cobb

A new Advent devotional from singer-songwriter Caroline Cobb stirs up in us a deep and holy longing for Christ, our coming Savior. In this episode, Caroline reveals the story behind her book-writing dream, inspiring us to keep sowing seeds of faith, even when the results feel uncertain. And she brings this life-giving truth: being beloved by God surpasses every achievement. Give it a listen and grab Caroline’s devotional for a meaningful encounter as you wait for Christ’s arrival this Advent.

320 || God’s Hand in Healing Childhood Trauma via Equine Therapy || Kim Tschirret

Kim Tschirret grew up in an outwardly normal home marked by deep internal struggles. The only safe place she knew was in the stable with her horse. Decades later, Kim felt a prompting to facilitate hope and healing by paring rescued horses with children recovering from trauma.  Listen in about her dream, now known as Hope Reins, based in Raleigh, N.C., and how God has built up this ministry of equine therapy to serve over 2,000 children in need.

319 || How to Juggle Life to Find Time for Your Dreams || Vivian Cumins

How do you find time for a big dream? Vivian Cumins shares on Devoted Dreamers Podcast about her journey of balancing a full-time job, creative pursuits, and her spiritual life. From overcoming cancer to finding purpose in chaos, she offers tips on prioritizing God, self-care, and fun. Perfect for Christian women seeking to live their ambitious dreams through faith! Listen now and get inspired to seek balance so you can bring your dream to life.

318 || [Solo] 3 Myths That Will Keep Your Big Dream in Limbo || Merritt Onsa

Discover the three myths keeping your God-shaped dream in limbo. In this compelling episode, we’ll dismantle the fears and procrastination holding you back and reveal how to find freedom and clarity in pursuing your dream. Learn why you don’t need further confirmation from God to start, how trials build character, and the surprising value of uncertainty. Ready to walk boldly into your dream? Click play and turn your heartfelt aspirations into actionable plans today!

317 || How Can Your Dream Thrive if You’re Not on Social Media? || Mary Kathryn Tiller

Does it feel like social media is the only way to grow an audience? We love our apps when it comes to connecting with friends, family, and the brands we love. But what about sharing your dream? Is social media where it’s at, or is it a distraction from the real work you want to be doing on your dream? Join me and Mary Kathyrn Tiller to discover new ways you can amplify your voice, lean into faith, and find the freedom to pursue your big ambitions without social media.

316 || How to Let God Form a New Dream in Your Heart || Wendi Lou Lee

Are insecurities keeping you from pursuing a dream? Former child actress Wendi Lou Lee wondered if God could use her role in Little House on the Prairie to reach people with the gospel. But doubt and insecurity stood in the way. Listen as she shares the shift in perspective that ignited the flame for her quiet dream, how she battled insecurity by taking repeated action, and how you can trust God’s ability to use your unique circumstances to bless others and make himself known.

315 || [Solo] How to Be a Good Steward of a God-Shaped Dream || Merritt Onsa

Are you ready to invest in yourself for the sake of your dream? Does it feel like investing in yourself is selfish? You’re not alone. In this episode, I dive into why self-investment is actually a form of stewardship, preparing you for the unique role God has designed for you.

314 || [Solo] Uncovering the Discipline You Need to Pursue a Big Dream || Merritt Onsa

How disciplined do you need to be to take on a big dream? If “a lack of discipline” is one of the reasons you’ve held off on pursuing a dream, listen in for another way to look at discipline. We’ll break down the myths about discipline and give you a fresh perspective on this often-misunderstood strength. Tune in if you’re a Christian woman looking for practical insights, biblical wisdom, and inspiration to persevere even through setbacks.

313 || [Solo] How to Feel More Capable When You’re Starting a Dream || Merritt Onsa

Have big dreams but feel uncertain how to begin? This week we are exploring a mindset shift that will help you find ease and clarity you need to take on a big dream. You’ll learn the secret to beginning something new when you feel unqualified, the power of recognizing and embracing your inherent gifts and talents, and practical steps to help you start right where you are today. My goal, by the end of this solo episode, is that you would know you already have what you need to get started.

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