
I Gotta Confess
In 'I Gotta Confess,' hosts Aubrey Mitchell and Ruby Pando share personal stories about marriage, parenting, and faith, along with heartfelt questions for God. The podcast blends humor and vulnerability, exploring how God meets people in their everyday struggles. Listeners are invited to join the conversation and find encouragement through honest confession and the possibility of transformation.
Episodes

Are You Protecting What God Entrusted to You?
God has entrusted you with things worth protecting: your heart, your peace, your home, your relationships, and your marriage. We are going to unpack how guarding isn’t just about keeping the wrong things out. It’s also about protecting and nurturing the things that are supposed to stay. We will open up the Word and figure out what this guarding thing is supposed to look like. And we got to confess

The Relationship Problem No One Wants to Admit (Anyone Else Have Pride?)
Let's get honest about how pride and ego can quietly create conflict in marriage and other relationships. It is time for you (and us) to leave pride at the door. Sometimes the even means we have to receive correction....and take responsibility for the areas that need to change. (Ouch) "pride makes excuses, but humility makes adjustments." Healthy relationships aren’t built by perfect people, but b

Discernment and Suspicion Aren’t the Same Thing | Learning to Hear the Holy Spirit
Past hurt can make you question people’s motives, overthink situations, and call suspicion “discernment." In this episode we unpack the difference between being led by the Holy Spirit and being led by fear. We have learned to recognize discernment and how to trust the Holy Spirit. We want to help you too! Discernment is available to you, and learning to hear the Holy Spirit can help you recognize

God Can Heal a Broken Heart | Christi LeFevre
Live from the Southwest Believers’ Convention, Aubrey and Ruby sit down with Christi Lefevre for a powerful conversation about grief and how you have to learn to live again after loss. Christi opens up about losing her husband. She made a decision to believe that God still had a good plan for her life, even when everything around her felt broken. Jesus truly can heal the brokenhearted and restore

Stop Overthinking and Take Control of Your Thoughts | Adoni Alexander
Live from the Southwest Believers’ Convention, Aubrey and Ruby sit down with Adonai Alexander for a conversation about anxiety, overthinking, choosing joy, and taking control of your thought life. Adonai shares how she learned that stress and overthinking don’t have to be a normal part of life. They talk about recognizing the thoughts you’re allowing yourself to dwell on, choosing joy even when li

Handle Conflict Without Losing Your Peace | Kellie Copeland
How do you handle conflict without getting pulled into strife? Live from the Southwest Believers’ Convention, Aubrey and Ruby sit down with Kellie Copeland for a conversation about what it looks like to choose peace.A lot of times this can mean addressing your own heart first. Sometimes freedom isn't about getting the other person to change. It's about becoming secure enough in who God says you ar

How to Hear God When Making a Big Decision | Kassidi Foy
What happens when everything looks right on the outside, but you have no peace on the inside? Live from the Southwest Believers’ Convention, Aubrey and Ruby sit down with Kassidi Foy for a real conversation about relationships, hearing God for yourself, and having the courage to walk away when you know something isn’t right. Kassidi shares a personal decision that led to one of the greatest season

What does Biblical Submission Look Like? | Nancy Dufresne
What does biblical submission actually mean and why can it feel so difficult? Live from the Southwest Believers’ Convention, Aubrey and Ruby sit down with Pastor Nancy Dufresne for an honest conversation about marriage, honor, divine connections, and learning to trust God’s order for your life. Pastor Nancy shares wisdom from her own marriage about being a strong woman while still honoring her hus

The Friends You Choose Can Change Your Life | Southwest Believers’ Convention 2026
A look back at our live from the Southwest Believers’ Convention! In this episode of I Gotta Confess, Aubrey and Ruby share the heart behind the podcast and why godly friendship, accountability, and honest conversations are so important to living a life of faith. It’s time to find the people who will pray with you, strengthen you, and point you back to Jesus. Whether you already have your people o

The Breakthrough Power of Praise
What if your breakthrough begins with praise? In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we talk about why praise isn't just something we do in church—it's a powerful response when life feels overwhelming, uncertain, or impossible. Choosing praise instead of fear, frustration, or defeat can shift your perspective and strengthen your faith. If you've been facing a difficult season, feeling stuck, or wonde

Comparison Is Stealing More Than Your Joy
Comparison doesn't just steal your joy, it can steal your purpose. In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we share how we have handled (Or not handled) comparison, waiting seasons, and learning to stay focused on the assignment God has given us instead of someone else's. If you've ever wondered, ""Why not me?"" or felt behind in life, this conversation will encourage you to fix your eyes on what God

God's Design for Friendships Will Change Your Life
What if the friendships around you are shaping your faith more than you realize? In this episode of I Gotta Confess Ruby's husband Lemuel is back! , we dive into the power of brotherhood, sisterhood, and why God designed us to grow in healthy relationships...not in isolation. (Although some alone time is always nice) We talk about accountability, comparison, community, and how the right people can

How to Communicate Better in Your Marriage (Even During Conflict)
What if the strongest marriages aren't built on perfection, but on communication? In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we're joined by Ruby's husband Lemuel as we talk about the habits that have transformed our marriages and helped us grow through the hard seasons. It's time to start choosing connection over silence. If you've ever struggled to feel understood, found yourself repeating unhealthy pa

The Secret to Healing Broken Relationship Patterns
In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we get real about marriage, pride, healing, and the power of bringing hidden things into the light. We talk about making hard adjustments, learning to honor our spouses, breaking unhealthy patterns, and why true healing often begins with honest confession. If you've ever struggled with communication or letting go of old habits, this episode will encourage you to

How to Trust God When You Don't Know What's Next
What if your biggest struggle isn't change... it's trust? In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we talk about overthinking, wanting all the answers, and the challenge of trusting God when you can't see the full picture.We unpack the difference between stewardship and trust, why we carry things God never asked us to carry, and how peace comes when we finally let go of the "what ifs."If you've ever fe

Being Right vs. Being Loving: The Key to Healthy Relationships
This episode is a real conversation about relationships, conflict, and what it actually looks like to live in harmony with the people around you. Not fake peace. Not pretending everything’s fine. But real, intentional harmony.We get honest about the tension of being right vs. being loving, how easy it is to withdraw or react when things feel off, and what it looks like to choose unity even when it

Waiting on God? How to Trust Him When Nothing Is Happening
Here is something we all deal with waiting. Waiting for answers, waiting for coffee, waiting for life to look like what you thought it would by now, waiting for your back to stop hurting (for real when does that happen??). In this episode we talk about what it looks like to hold onto what God said when your reality doesn’t line up yet. And as much as we try to “help” the process along we need to t

This is How to Make Space for What Matters!
In this episode, we get real about something we all say: “Life is busy.” ...admit it you have said it too! But is busyness actually the goal of what God put us on this earth to do? We dive into the difference between being productive and just being full, and how it’s easy to pack our schedules with good things while missing what matters most: our relationships, our time with God, and our own healt

Saying Too Much? Here’s What we are Learning
This episode is a real and relatable conversation about over‑talking, over‑explaining, and learning how to slow down—both in our words and in our lives (Have I talked to much already in this description?) What do you do when you say something unnecessary, replay it all night, and wish you could take it back. Let's get real about “budgeting your words,” and leaning on the Holy Spirit to guide what’

This is How Overthinking Damages Relationships
You know that big thing that keeps bothering you? What if it started as really small...and it was never meant to become such a big deal? In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we get real about overthinking and how quickly frustration can escalate when we don’t pause before responding. Go ahead a take a pause before you start overthinking that :) If you struggle with spiraling thoughts, speaking from

Practical Ways to Stop Letting Thoughts Wreck Relationships
This episode is a honest conversation about overthinking, assumptions, and what happens when we live too much in our own heads (We have all done it). We talk about how unchecked thoughts can quietly damage relationships and steal real connection. This episode will help you see what it looks like to take thoughts captive and choose clarity over mental chaos. If you’ve ever replayed a moment in your

What to Do When You Feel Overwhelmed (Biblical Truth)
What happens when life just keeps piling on… and you finally hit your limit? In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we get honest about feeling overwhelmed, the “pile up” moments we all face, and what to do when it feels like too much.We talk about how easy it is to sink under pressure—whether it’s responsibilities, emotions, or unexpected hits—and how our first instinct isn’t always the right respon

You’re Not Overlooked — God Wants You Whole
This week’s episode is an honest conversation about when God shows up when you need Him most. In the middle of a heavy season we talk about the small, deeply personal ways God reminds us that we are seen, known, and loved. It can be so easy to miss His goodness when life is loud and fast. But this episode will challenge you to sit, be still, and think about Gods goodness. #GodisGood #ChristianPodc

How to Know Your Assignment and Stop Overthinking Your Life
In this special I gotta Confess and Faith Conversations crossover episode Eddie joins Aubrey and Ruby for laughs, honesty, and a real conversation about comparison, calling, and staying faithful to what God has actually put right in front of you. The it is so easy it is to measure ourselves against everyone else this conversation helps you let go of that pressure. Let's help you find your assignme

Are You a Prisoner of Unforgiveness? This is How you Get Free.
This episode is a real one with an emotional confession about forgiveness. We talk about letting go of childhood wounds and how choosing forgiveness now without waiting for an apology makes us free. Click play and let's unpack what it actually looks like to release bitterness, stop keeping a record of wrongs, and walk in love even when it’s uncomfortable. Get ready because we are getting ready to

How to Find Peace in Pain (Even When It Doesn’t Go Away)
What if the people around you are shaping more than you realize? In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we get real about pain, anxiety, and the power of having the right people in your corner when anxiety hits hard. Ruby's unexpected ER visit opens an important conversation about what it looks like to have people who don’t just show up in crisis, but help anchor you back to Jesus. If you’ve ever fel

How to Break Negative Thought Patterns (And Create Good Ones)
Have your thoughts ever spiraled? One nagging thought that goes deeper and deeper before it feels out of control? Well what you think matters more than you know, and that is exactly what we are talking about today. Negative thoughts can make deep roots if you don't deal with them right away. This episode will encourage you to take every thought captive, but don't stop there...replace those thought

Are Your Words Causing Problems in Your Life?
This week we’re confessing something a lot of us don’t like to admit...sometimes we talk way too much. We are going to get real about marriage and those moments where our “explaining” and “processing” turns into pouring gas on the fire. Sometimes learning when to stay quiet can actually bring more more influence than all the extra words we pile on. Come hang out, laugh with us, grow with us, and i

Do Your Words Carry Life… or a Smell?
This episode is all about the power of our words and the “aroma” we bring into our friendships. One honest conversation and a heartfelt text can completely shift our perspective, so important to have friends who don’t just hype you up, but gently point you back to Jesus. Friends who drag you deeper into your frustration and validate your anger probably don't leave you feeling the best. Remember ou

The Power of Honor and Love
What does Honor really look like? Between friends? In a Marriage? In this episode we talk about honoring the voices God placed around you, and learning the difference between trying to “win” in relationships and actually building something healthy. If you’ve been feeling the stress of life lately or just not like yourself, you’re not alone. God’s love doesn’t stop when you’re having a rough day, a

This is How You Accomplish Vision, One Tiny Goal at a Time
We are 2 months into 2026 already....let's get honest about goals, consistency, and the pressure we feel to “get it all right” at the start of the year. (I guess we can restart in the middle of the year right?) So what do you do when expectations become overwhelming? Well first listen to this podcast, then give yourself grace and set realistic goals. If you’ve ever felt behind, discouraged, or lik

Accountability is Hard, But This is How it Can Help You Grow
What if the feedback you run away from is actually the key to your growth? In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we talk honestly about accountability, pride, mentorship, and why real relationships require honesty. We try to help make asking for feedback not be so scary, maybe.... God designed us to grow through mentorship, friendship, and spiritual covering. This episode reminds us that healing and

I Gotta Confess… I Want The Right Friends
What if the reason you still feel stuck isn’t a lack of faith, but a lack of real connection? In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we talk about the kind of friendships that actually lead to freedom. Accountability can feel uncomfortable but it is healing. If you’ve been hurt by people, guarded your heart, or wondered if real friendship is even possible anymore… this conversation is for you. So we

What Does Real Friendship look like?
If you struggle with loneliness, friendship wounds, and knowing who to trust with your heart, you are not alone! In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we talk honestly about friendship, healing, boundaries, and what it means to let the right people into your life. We talk about choosing freedom over offense, why “free people free people,” and how God brings healing through healthy relationships. If

I Gotta Confess… I Made My Husband My Source
We can often struggle with marriage expectations, emotional dependency, and the pressure of looking to people for happiness. In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we talk honestly about marriage, joy, misplaced dependency, and what happens when your spouse—or your friends—become your source.This conversation opens up a vulnerable confession about relying on a husband for happiness, the pressure that

I Gotta Confess… I Believe This Can Be a Good Year
Christian women often look to a new year with hope, faith, and questions about what’s ahead. In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we talk about grief, gratitude, restoration, and why hope can still be strong even after deep loss. This conversation begins with an unexpected phone call and unfolds into a powerful reflection on heaven, conviction, and what it means to believe for a good year—even when

I Gotta Confess… I Didn’t Want to Forgive | When Letting Go Is Hard
Many Christian women struggle with forgiveness, resentment, and wondering why their faith feels stuck. In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we talk honestly about unforgiveness, letting go of justified hurt, and why faith can’t work fully when we’re holding onto offense.This conversation dives into the quiet places we hide unforgiveness, how it affects clarity, peace, and relationships, and why for

I Gotta Confess… I Struggled With Unbelief | When Faith Feels Hard
Christian women often struggle with faith, unbelief, and knowing who to turn to in painful moments. This episode of I Gotta Confess dives into vulnerability, miscarriage, prayer, and why God never meant for us to carry heartbreak alone. In this conversation, we talk honestly about losing faith in a moment of pain, why asking for prayer felt uncomfortable, and how healing came through agreement wit

I Gotta Confess...I Need Help
What happens when confidence hides something deeper? In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we open up about facing reality, asking for help, and learning how confession, accountability, and faith work together in the health journey. This is an honest conversation about discipline, grace, and letting God meet you where you really are.

I Gotta Confess… I Have't Been Speaking Faith
In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we talk honestly about growing up in THE household of faith, knowing Scripture by heart, and still struggling to speak life out loud. This is a conversation about fear, confidence, motherhood, anxiety, and learning to move mountains, not with thoughts, but with confession. If you’ve ever believed God in your heart but stayed silent with your mouth, hit play!! Le

I Gotta Confess… I Needed This Friend More Than I Knew
In this episode, Aubrey and Ruby talk about the kind of friendship that pulls you closer to Jesus. The kind that prays with you, sharpens you, and refuses to let you stay stuck. This conversation explores God-centered friendship, sisterhood, accountability, and why covenant relationships matter so much in our faith journey. 💬 Who are you praying to do life with right now?

I Gotta Confess…I Let the Little Things Steal My Peace
Have you ever been annoyed for no real reason? In this episode, Aubrey and Ruby dig into the everyday irritations: loud chewing, delayed flights, petty arguments, and all the little things that can steal your peace if you let them.We unpack how tiny moments can become giant potholes in our spiritual life… and how choosing joy sets us free.

I Gotta Confess....Holiday Stress Is Real
The holidays bring excitement… and pressure. In this honest conversation, Aubrey and Ruby share real moments of overwhelm, frustration, and even a car accident that brought unexpected pain and unexpected revelation. You’ll hear how God prepared a word before it was needed, how praise shifts your posture, and why your confession matters even when symptoms, emotions, or stress say otherwis

I Gotta Confess…I Disrespected My Husband
Aubrey and Ruby open up about marriage, respect, communication, and emotional triggers — and how the Holy Spirit teaches us to handle conflict with grace. Whether you’re married, single, or navigating relationships of any kind, this episode offers biblical wisdom, heartfelt confession, and practical tools for healthier connections.

I Gotta Confess… Jealousy Tried to Get Me
Aubrey and Ruby open up about jealousy, comparison, emotional triggers, sowing seeds, and the life-changing help of the Holy Spirit. From real-life stories of obedience to the beauty of praying in the Spirit, this episode is full of wisdom for anyone wanting deeper friendships, stronger faith, and more peace. Perfect for your commute, quiet time, or whenever you need a heart reset.

I Gotta Confess: Accountability Offended Me First
In this heartfelt episode, We open up about competition, correction, and what to do when offense sneaks into friendship. From learning how to guard your heart without building walls, to recognizing the difference between hurt and offense, we talk honestly about jealousy, accountability, and the kind of friendships that make you better—not bitter.“Hurt happens. Offense is a choice.”

I Gotta Confess… I Can't Stop Thinking!
Ever tried to relax and ended up thinking harder? This episode of I Gotta Confess is for every woman whose mind just won’t quit. From replaying awkward moments to overanalyzing every text, we’ve been there — and this week, we’re confessing it all. Join us as we talk about how overthinking robs our peace, what Scripture says about taking thoughts captive, and how the blood of Jesus brings rea

I Gotta Confess…I Was Mad at God
This one’s real. When loss hits and prayers go unanswered, how do you keep your faith alive? In this deeply personal episode of I Gotta Confess, we open up about grief, anger, and the moment God whispered one simple word that changed everything: thankful.

I Gotta Confess… I Don’t Know How to Rest
Have you ever gone on vacation but couldn’t actually turn your mind off? In this episode of I Gotta Confess, we’re talking about the struggle to rest — and what it really means to let go and let God handle what’s on your plate. From the nonstop pace of work to the guilt of unplugging, we open up about learning to pause from labor to encounter God.

The Walls We Build — and How God Breaks Them Down
Welcome to I Gotta Confess — a safe space for honest hearts and real conversations about faith, friendship, and who knows what else! Join us as we share laughter, stories, and some “I’ve been there too” moments about tearing down walls, finding true friends, and letting God use our words to shape our world.
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