The Sister Circle Podcast
The Sister Circle Podcast offers real, practical, and authentic thoughts on faith, family, food, fitness, fun, and living free. Hosted by Chrystal Evans Hurst, it provides a space for women to connect and grow in various aspects of life.
Episodes
#585 – Preparation Gives You Options
Are you prepared for all that the future may bring? Whether it’s your financial stability or emotional well-being, you want to be able to withstand the winds of life and keep from getting knocked over.
In this episode of the podcast, I’ll help you exercise your agency and prepare for the future based on what you know now. By moving with wisdom, you can release the need to worry about what may happ
#584 – Take Your Power Back
One of the hardest things to face is the reality of a situation. It’s so much easier to hide from what’s happening, but when we decide to do something about frustrating circumstances, that’s when we can really take ownership of our lives.
In this episode of the podcast, I address what causes us to remain stagnant and the things we can do to activate agency in our lives.
No matter what has happene
#583 – Trust God When It Doesn’t Make Sense
How important is prayer to you? For author and speaker Heather Thompson Day, prayer is her lifeline to God. It’s what keeps her going when life seems to take a turn for the worse. And when those prayers, those petitions to God, have been answered over time, it’s amazing to witness the promises God has fulfilled.
During our conversation, I was reminded of the power of pressing through the hard time
#582 – The Two-List Rule
Are you tired of trying to manage everyone and everything in your life? In this episode of the podcast, I’ll give you a strategy for getting clear on what is yours to carry and what is yours to release in this season.
You’ll want to get your paper and pen out for this one. It’s time to let go of stress and overwhelm and operate in abundance and overflow. But first, we have to write it all down.
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#581 – From Financial Stress to Financial Stability with Theresa Bartelle
Are you living paycheck to paycheck, struggling with budgeting, or wondering why financial freedom feels out of reach? In this episode, I’m sitting down with financial coach Theresa Bartelle to discuss biblical money management, budgeting, financial mindset, and practical steps to break free from financial stress.
Theresa shares her powerful story of going from financial overwhelm as a young mili
#580 – Build a Life that Can Hold More
Is your life set up to handle all the things you’re responsible for? What if I told you that it’s possible to build a life that not only supports the season you’re in now, but everything you’ve been asking God for?
In this episode of the podcast, I’ll help you set up systems and rhythms that support your life and the woman you’re growing into. This episode will motivate and equip you to do what it
#579 – What is This Season Asking of You?
How do you respond when seasons shift in your life? Do you continue on as if nothing’s changed, or do you do what’s necessary to meet the present moment?
In this episode, I discuss how to get honest about your capacity and move with intention. What worked for you yesterday may not work for you today, and I’m here to help you steward this season well.
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#578 – How to Expand Your Capacity for What God Has Next
Have you ever asked God to help you grow in a specific area, only to doubt that He could come through for you? I know how easy it is for fear to creep in when you’re asking for more, but if you’re ready to see abundance and overflow at work in your life, you’ll have to first believe that it’s possible.
In this episode of the podcast, I share my strategy for partnering with God in the process of ex
#577 – The Truth About Money, Discipline, and Growing Up
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#576 – Brenda Palmer – God Wants Another Yes
What does it really mean to say yes to God?
In this episode, I’m sitting down with Brenda Palmer to talk about radical obedience, trusting God’s leading, and walking by faith when you don’t have all the answers. Brenda shares lessons from her book The Journey of Yes and opens up about the challenges, disappointments, and unexpected blessings that can come when we follow God’s voice.
Together, we
#575 – Maximizing Your Time This Summer
Time management, intentional living, and stewardship are at the heart of this week’s episode. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, distracted, exhausted, or frustrated by how quickly life is moving, this conversation is for you.
In this episode, I’m talking about the ways our lives can slowly drift when we stop living intentionally. From overcommitment and people-pleasing to endless scrolling, burn
#574 – Do You Have People Skills? with Debra Fileta
My friend Debra Fileta sat down with me to share her perspective on people skills, and it totally shifted how I show up in my relationships.
Not only is Debra a wife, mother, and professional counselor, but she’s also the author of nine books, including her latest book, People Skills: Your Relationships Are Only as Strong as Your Skills. You’ll love hearing her expert advice for navigating relatio
#573 – Build Your Life on Purpose
Intentional living, boundary setting, and finding your life’s purpose are at the core of today’s conversation. In this episode, I’m walking you through three decisions that will shape the direction of your life.
If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward, this will help you gain clarity. I talk about what it really looks like to build a life on purpose, why boundaries are necess
#572 – The Truth about Fibroids, Infertility & Hormones with Gessie Thompson
I recently caught up with my friend Coach Gessie, a women’s health advocate who has overcome a battle with fibroids and infertility. Her story is proof that with God, a miracle can become a mission that not only transforms your life for the better, but also inspires a community of women to do the same.
Our conversation will encourage you to find balance in your well-being so that you can finally
#571 – How to Stop Avoiding Your Bank Account with Jade Warshaw
In this conversation, I sit down with Jade Warshaw to talk about the emotional side of money. After paying off $460,000 in debt, Jade shares what most financial advice leaves out — the guilt, the fear, the shame, and the daily commitment it takes to get unstuck.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by bills, hesitant to open your bank account, or unsure how to move forward financially, this episode wil
#570 – When Little Becomes Much with God
Are you tired of feeling like what you have to pour out isn’t enough? Or worse, that somehow you aren’t enough? When you long for more to meet the demands of your life, everything can change when you see that God has given you enough for today.
In this episode, I share my principles for pressing on, even when you feel like you’ve reached your limit. The truth is, at the end of what you can do is t
#569 – Priscilla Shirer – Finding Contentment in a Culture of More
My sister Priscilla Shirer joined me at The Sister Circle Live to talk about faith, purpose, and making a mark that actually lasts. In this episode, we talk honestly about what it means to trust God when life doesn’t go as planned, how to find contentment in the season you’re in, and why the small, faithful, unseen moments are exactly where God is building something that will last on the inside of
#568 – Make Room for Overflow
Are you ready to receive all that God has for you, but afraid to release what you’ve held onto for so long? No need to fear. In this episode, I’ll break down the process of letting go and leaning into the new thing God is ready to do in your life.
If you’re so overwhelmed that overflow feels out of reach, I’m here to remind you of the power you hold to release the weight that is holding you back
#567 – Michelle Smith – Healing After Abandonment
What does healing look like when life doesn’t turn out the way you planned? In this episode, I sit down with my friend Michelle Smith to talk about forgiveness, abandonment, boundaries, and trusting God after deep disappointment. Michelle shares her journey through adoption, divorce, single parenting, and learning how to forgive — not once, but over a lifetime.
This conversation is honest, tender
#566 – Crystal Aikin – Purpose Beyond the Platform
What do you do when God moves in ways you didn’t expect? In this episode, I sit down with singer and Sunday Best winner Crystal Aikin to talk about calling, healing, and learning to trust God when the assignment keeps changing. Crystal shares her journey from nursing to music, from public success to private healing, and from striving to stillness. We talk honestly about singleness, unmet expectati
#565 – Anne Beiler – How God Turns Pain Into Purpose
Often during our darkest moments, it’s difficult to see God’s hands on our lives. But when we can look back and see how He carried us through other tough times, it becomes clear that there can be purpose even in our pain.
In this episode, I sit down with Anne Beiler, the founder of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels. Even after selling her company in 2025, she continues to inspire people with her story of red
#564 – Ruthann Cannings – How to Walk in Spiritual Authority
What does it really mean to walk in spiritual authority? In this episode, I sit down with my Aunt Ruth — pastor, counselor, and teacher — to talk about identity, intimacy with God, and living with confidence rooted in Christ. We explore why authority isn’t about performance or perfect prayers, but about knowing who you are as a daughter of God. This conversation touches on unanswered prayers, sing
#563 – Megan Fate Marshman – Learning to Slow Down with God
What does it look like to slow down and walk with a God who isn’t worried — even when life feels overwhelming?
In this episode, I sit down with author and speaker Megan Fate Marshman for an honest conversation about grief, drive, faith, and learning to let go of self-reliance. Megan shares how loss reshaped her understanding of trust, why autonomy can quietly replace intimacy with God, and how slo
#562 – Here’s Where I’ll be in 2026
I’m entering this next season with a simple focus: alignment over overload.
In this episode, I share why I’m choosing a slower, steadier pace and how making room for overflow starts with living in step with God—not doing more. I also talk about what’s ahead for the podcast, the Inner Circle, and upcoming opportunities, along with a free tool to help you reset your rhythm anytime you need it.
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#561 – When the Year Didn’t Go As Planned
Has this year left you feeling defeated? If you’re ready to give up after giving it all you had, this episode will give you the push needed to get up and fight another day.
In this teaching, I share my practical advice for starting over, even when it feels like things never work out. The truth is, you have no idea how close you are to winning the fight while you’re in it. Sometimes you just need a
#560 – How to Plan Without Striving
Are you making the most of your life? Maybe you have good goals, but the pressure to achieve has caused you to sacrifice your peace and fold under the pressure.
In this episode, I share important principles for partnering with God and releasing the pressure attached to productivity. There’s more waiting for you on the other side of surrender. If you’re tired of trying to make things happen on your
#559 – Therapy and Theology with Jerry Flowers Jr.
In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Jerry Flowers Jr. to talk about the life-changing connection between therapy, theology, and healing. Jerry shares the story behind Therapy Thursday, why trauma often blocks us from hearing biblical truth, and how renewing your mind requires both Scripture and practical strategy. We discuss emotional awareness, grief, community, relational autopsies, and how
#558 – When God Multiplies the Little Things
Do you feel like what you have to offer isn’t enough? If you wish you had more to do more in your life, then this episode will encourage you to shift your perspective and focus on stewarding the small things well.
In this episode, I discuss the power of using what you have to cultivate seeds right where you are. This message will encourage you to embrace small beginnings and make room for God to m
#557 – When Striving Steals Your Joy with Ashley Menzies Babatunde
Today I’m talking with Ashley Menzies Babatunde—lawyer, DEI leader, storyteller, and host of No Straight Path. Ashley shares how striving, achievement, and perfection shaped her early years…and how failure, burnout, and grief invited her to slow down and rediscover who she really is.
We talk about knowing when you’re striving, how to reconnect with your purpose, the healing power of journaling, an
#556 – Faith and Finances Ange Matthews
In this episode, I sit down with investor and educator Ange Matthews, founder of The Happy Investor Method, to talk honestly about money, mindset, and what’s possible when you believe God cares about your financial life.
Ange shares her journey from making $40K a year with six-figure debt… to becoming a multimillionaire investor before age 40. We talk about investing while paying off debt, shiftin
#555 – When the Holidays Hurt
The joy of the holidays can often overshadow any moments of grief and sadness we experience.
In this episode of the podcast, I share my practical guidance for allowing grief, loss, and sadness to flow, specifically during the most wonderful time of the year. My own journey of loss has taught me that even in sorrow, there is still room for joy, but we must first give ourselves permission to exhale.
#554 – The Truth About Codependency
In this episode, I get to the root of that oh-so-uncomfortable word: codependency.
If you’ve ever felt like you were losing yourself in a relationship, this chat will encourage you to value God’s approval above anyone else’s, and to lean into His plan for your life. You’ll leave feeling motivated to require mutual respect and a sense of independence in your relationships.
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#553 – Rebranding the Church with Dr. Eric Mason
What does it mean to “rebrand the church”? In this conversation with Dr. Eric Mason, founder of Epiphany Fellowship and author of Rebranding the Church, we talk about how believers can restore the church’s witness in a world that has lost trust in Christianity.
We cover church hurt, discipleship, generational shifts, and why authentic community still matters. If you’re wondering how to heal from
#552 – Breaking Busy
Do you make time to appreciate the very things you once prayed for? Sometimes, chasing the next thing can cause you to miss out on the moments that were once out of reach.
In this episode, I uncover the gift in letting go of busyness and embracing stillness. Burnout may be your norm now, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. I can’t wait for you to take back your time by slowing down.
And even if
#551 – The Holy Work of Hospitality
The holidays don’t have to be picture-perfect to be meaningful. In this episode, I’m inviting you to trade the pressure of “doing it all” for the peace of simply being there. Together, we’ll talk about what it really means to practice hospitality that reflects God’s heart—choosing presence over perfection, connection over performance, and joy over exhaustion. Because at the end of the day, the bes
#550 – How to Break the Consumption Cycle
Are you tired of being consumed by everything happening around you? The constant distraction of social media posts, online shopping carts, and nonstop phone notifications is difficult for even the most disciplined person to ignore.
In this episode, I share my steps for guarding your heart against consumption and embracing contentment and gratitude. You only have so much time, energy, and money. Wh
#549 – Learning to Rest: How to Depend on God in Every Season with Ruth Chou Simons
What if rest isn’t a break from real life—but the key to living it well?
In this episode, I sit down with Ruth Chou Simons, artist and bestselling author, to talk about rest, dependence, and freedom in God’s timing. Together, we explore how to stop striving, embrace your limits, and live with a heart at peace even when life feels busy.
If you’ve ever struggled to slow down or felt guilty for resti
#548 – Waiting on God Without Losing Your Joy
How do you remain hopeful while waiting on God? When life feels insufferable, there’s no better time to release disappointment and choose joy.
In this episode of the podcast, I share a few ways that I’ve held on to joy at difficult moments in my life. If you’re losing hope in your waiting, the sound advice and Biblical wisdom that I share will encourage you to keep going.
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#547 – Becoming a Woman of Authenticity
Brands shape our lives. Top brands like Nike and Apple have one thing in common: they use their analytics to level up their product. What would happen if you used your personal analytics to improve your personal brand?
In this episode of The Sister Circle Podcast, I discuss how to gather personal data, embrace your unique design, and live a life of intention. When you commit to representing yourse
#546 – How to Manage Stress, Mom Brain & Faith with Hannah Keeley
I sat down with Hannah Keeley, America’s #1 Mom Coach, to talk about how to thrive in motherhood—even when life feels overwhelming. Hannah is a mom of seven and the founder of Mom Mastery University, and she knows the struggle is real.
We dive into “Mom Brain” (and why it’s a superpower, not a flaw), the three biggest traps moms face, and how small routines can lead to big breakthroughs.
If you’ve
#545 – How to Stop Quitting on Your Dreams
When was the last time you focused on your dreams? As a woman, you may find yourself helping everyone around you to fulfill their dreams, until one day you look up and wonder what happened to your dreams.
In this episode, I’ll share my honest perspective on persevering through the pain, as well as encouragement for revisiting your dreams with a renewed mind and hopeful heart.
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#544 – Trusting God When He’s Silent
How do you keep the faith when it seems God is silent? If you’ve been searching for His voice in the chaos of life, then my friend, you might be closer to Him than you think.
In this episode of The Sister Circle Podcast, I share practical steps for holding on to God when it feels like He’s let go of you. I know this one is going to encourage you to hang in there and pursue God in the midst of you
#543 – Building a Resilient Life You Can Love with Valorie Burton
I’m joined by my friend Valorie Burton, best-selling author and coach, to talk about her new book Rules of Resilience. We unpack what resilience really means—beyond pushing through—and how to bounce back with strength and faith.
Valorie shares her 3 pillars of resilience, how to know when to grit or quit, and why authenticity and community matter for thriving in tough seasons.
If you’ve faced setb
#542 – When It’s Hard to Rest
What would it look like for you to prioritize peace over productivity in your life? With so many demands fighting for your attention, the ability to find rest in a busy world can feel nearly impossible. But my friend, I’m here to remind you that rest can be your portion, even in the busy seasons of your life.
In this episode, I tap into the importance of finding rest and placing your confidence in
#541 – Finding Joy in the Messy & Mundane with Rachel Awtrey
In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Awtrey—author, speaker, and host of Real Talk with Rachel Awtrey. Together, we dive into what it means to love your life even when it feels messy or mundane.
This conversation is full of wisdom and practical encouragement for anyone longing to create rhythms that bring joy, rediscover the gift of play, and cultivate authentic community. If you’ve ever wrest
#540 – How to Parent Adult Children Well
Are you struggling with parenting your adult children? If their need for independence creates tension in your home, then I’ve got some advice and encouragement for you.
In this episode, I share my journey from parenting little ones to coaching adult children. The lessons I’ve learned along the way are too good not to share with you. Whether you’re a new mom or a veteran parent, there is some
#539 – How to Heal From Rejection
Feeling rejected? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m diving into the truth about rejection – how it impacts our identity, relationships, and faith in God. If you’ve ever been left out, overlooked, or told “no” by someone you cared about, this conversation is for you.
Rejection is painful, but it doesn’t have to define you. I’m sharing my personal journey with rejection, how I’ve learned to re
#538 – How to Make the Most of Your Days
Do you find yourself needing more than 24 hours to get everything done each day? If you’re tired of playing catch-up from one day to the next, then this one is for you.
In this episode of The Sister Circle podcast, I’ll share my insight for creating your own rhythms and routines. But what I really hope you take away from this episode is that it’s who you become in the process – the leader, t
#537 – How to Build Habits That Last
How do you become the woman you’ve always wanted to be? The answer can be found in the things you do every day.
In this episode of The Sister Circle Podcast, I share my tips for implementing new habits into your life. You can evolve and grow at your own pace by doing one small thing each day.
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Understanding the science of habits
Automating daily rhythms and routin
#536 – Toni Collier – Don’t Do It Alone
Who do you call when you need help? When life really starts life-ing, who do you lean on to get through hard times? Unfortunately, it’s easy to notice who’s not there when things get tough, but how much better would life be if you developed friendships when everything is going well?
In this episode of The Sister Circle Podcast, I chat with my good sister-friend Toni Collier about her new boo
