FIND ME IN THE SECRET PLACE
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A digital meeting place for Christians of all ages and walks of life who desire to get closer to God. Join me, your favorite sister in Christ, Aliyah Renee, as we dive deeper into the wonderful word of the Lord and are blessed by His teachings to us. The secret place is a space for vulnerability, transformation and most importantly communion with our Lord Jesus.
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Can You Trust God With Your Timeline? 18.09.2026 46minWaiting on God can be one of the hardest parts of our faith journey.We pray, we prepare, we obey, and eventually we start wondering: God, how much longer? But what if the waiting season isn't just something you need to get through? What if God is using it to transform you?In this episode, we're talking about what God does in the waiting: how He develops our faith, exposes what we're depending on, prepares us for what's ahead, and teaches us to trust Him without needing to know when everything will happen.Sometimes we're so focused on God changing our circumstances that we miss how deeply He's changing us.Can you trust God with your desires, your plans, and even your timeline?The waiting isn't wasted. God is still working."Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord." — Psalm 27:14 -
God Qualifies the Called 11.09.2026 46minWhat if feeling unqualified doesn’t mean you’re not called?So many of us delay obedience because we’re waiting to feel ready, confident, experienced, or equipped enough to do what God has called us to do. But throughout Scripture, God repeatedly called ordinary, imperfect, and unlikely people and equipped them for the assignment He gave them.In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to be called by God, how insecurity can keep us from obedience, and why your weaknesses don’t automatically disqualify you from being used by Him.God isn’t asking you to have everything figured out before you say yes. He’s asking for your surrender, your obedience, and your willingness to let Him equip you along the way.If God called you, trust that He knows exactly who He called.“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9Stop waiting until you feel qualified. Say yes and let God do the qualifying. -
How to Live Holy 28.08.2026 30minWhat does it actually mean to live holy?Holiness isn't reserved for pastors, leaders, or the "super spiritual." As followers of Christ, we are all called to be set apart. But in a culture where compromise is normalized and the line between conviction and comfort can become blurry, what does pursuing holiness actually look like?In this episode, we're talking about what biblical holiness is, what it isn't, our relationship with sin, obedience, conviction, and the daily decision to become more like Christ.Holiness isn't about earning God's love or achieving perfection. It's the fruit of a life surrendered to Him."But as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct." — 1 Peter 1:15We aren't called to blend in. We're called to be set apart. -
The Lost Art of Beholding 14.08.2026 35minWhat does it really mean to behold the Lamb?In a world constantly fighting for our attention, it can become easy to know about Christ without truly fixing our eyes on Him. We become distracted by our circumstances, ourselves, our desires, and even the work we're doing for God—and slowly lose sight of the One it's all about.In this episode, we're talking about the art of beholding: learning to recognize Christ, keeping our attention fixed on Him, and allowing what we see in Him to transform the way we live.Because the Christian life isn't just about doing more for God. It's about seeing Him, knowing Him, loving Him, and becoming more like Him."Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!" — John 1:29May we become a people who never lose our wonder at the Lamb. -
We're All Just Idol Factories 07.08.2026 48minWhat if the biggest idols in your life don't look like idols at all?We often think of idolatry as golden calves and carved statues, but the Bible shows us that anything we love, trust, pursue, or depend on more than God can become an idol.Our hearts are constantly tempted to put success, relationships, comfort, approval, ministry, money—even good things—in the place that belongs to Jesus alone.In this episode, we talk about:How to identify the hidden idols in your heart.Why we naturally create idols.The subtle ways idolatry steals our devotion.How to put Jesus back at the center of your life.Jesus isn't asking to be part of your life—He's worthy of being at the center of it."Little children, keep yourselves from idols." — 1 John 5:21My prayer is that this message leads you into deeper repentance, wholehearted worship, and a greater love for Christ. -
God Sees You Fighting for Your Faith 26.06.2026 28minIf you've been fighting to stay faithful, this message is for you.Maybe no one sees the battles you're facing. Maybe you're exhausted from resisting temptation, wrestling with doubt, enduring spiritual warfare, or simply trying to remain faithful when following Jesus feels difficult.But God sees you.He sees every prayer, every act of obedience, every tear, every moment you choose Him even when it's hard. Your fight is not in vain, and your perseverance matters to Him.In this episode, we're reminded that faith isn't always easy—but it's always worth it. Don't give up. Keep fixing your eyes on Christ. He is faithful to finish what He started in you."Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." — Galatians 6:9If this encouraged you, I pray it strengthens you to keep running the race and holding on to Jesus. -
God is Calling You Higher 19.06.2026 29minThere is a place God has called you to occupy.The Body of Christ was never meant to be carried by a few while everyone else watches from the sidelines. Every believer has been given gifts, a purpose, and a role to play in what God is doing in His Church.Maybe you've been hiding. Maybe you've been waiting for the "perfect time." Maybe you've convinced yourself that someone else will do it.But what if God is calling you higher?In this episode, we talk about stepping into your ministry calling, serving faithfully, and answering God's invitation to participate in the revival we pray for. Revival isn't just something we watch happen—it's something we respond to.The Kingdom needs laborers, not spectators."The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few." — Matthew 9:37If God has been stirring something in your heart, this message is for you. -
What Do You Do When God Says No? 12.06.2026 24minWhat do you do when God says no?Most of us love to talk about answered prayers, open doors, and God's blessings. But what happens when the answer isn't what we hoped for? What happens when God closes the door, delays the promise, or simply says no?In this video, we explore why God's "no" is not rejection, how to trust Him when His plans differ from our own, and why surrendering our desires is an essential part of following Christ.If you're struggling to understand God's answer, feeling disappointed, or wrestling with unmet expectations, this message is for you."For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord." — Isaiah 55:8May this encourage you to trust God's heart even when you don't understand His answer. -
You Can Do All the Right Things and Still Miss Jesus 05.06.2026 37minHave you ever found yourself so focused on doing all the right Christian things that you forget the One it's all about?In this video, we're talking about the condition of our hearts, why self-examination matters, and how easy it is to lose sight of Jesus while still looking spiritually active. The goal of the Christian life isn't simply better habits, more knowledge, or a polished image—it's Christ.If you've been feeling spiritually dry, distracted, performance-driven, or distant from God, this message is an invitation to check your heart and return to what matters most.Jesus isn't just part of the faith—He is the point.📖 "Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." – Matthew 6:21🤍 If this video encouraged you, let me know what God has been teaching you in this season. -
Stop Resisting the Change God Wants to Do 29.05.2026 39minUse code "aliyah" to get 20% off your first order with our sponsor Jesus in Silver: https://jesusinsilver.com/aliyahIn today’s video, we’re talking about accountability, spiritual growth, and what it really means to let God transform you. A lot of us want change, but we resist conviction, correction, and the process God uses to shape us.This is a conversation about checking your fruit, wrestling with God honestly, and allowing Him to work on the parts of us we try to hide. Real transformation is deeper than appearance — it shows up in the fruit your life produces.If you’ve been feeling spiritually stuck, distant from God, or convicted lately, this video is for you.Scripture reminds us that a tree is known by its fruit. The question is: what is your life producing?🤍TagsChristian YouTube, Christian motivation, faith walk, accountability with God, spiritual growth, check your fruit, fruit of the spirit, relationship with God, Christian encouragement, Jesus Christ, letting God change you, conviction from God, Christian lifestyle, Bible study, Christian podcast, Godly transformation, Christian girl talk, walking with God, spiritual discipline, wrestling with God, faith in Jesus, Christian content creator, surrender to God, lukewarm Christian, growing with God -
Let’s Talk About Isolation, God’s Will, and Spiritual Distraction 22.05.2026 41minSometimes it doesn’t feel like a sudden change — it feels slow.You don’t wake up one day completely distant from God. It happens quietly through distraction, pressure, emotional exhaustion, and everyday compromises that slowly shift your desire for Him.In this episode, we’re talking about what it looks like when your desire for God starts fading without you fully realizing it. We unpack the subtle things that pull you away from intimacy with God, why spiritual hunger weakens over time, and what it actually takes to return back to a place of closeness with Him.If you’ve felt spiritually dry, unmotivated, or far from where you used to be with God, this conversation is meant to bring awareness — and direction back. -
You’re Spiritually Dry for a Reason 15.05.2026 34minHave you ever felt spiritually dull, disconnected, or like your hunger for God just isn’t what it used to be?In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to carry oil spiritually — not in a performative or trendy way, but in the biblical sense of intimacy, readiness, consecration, and stewardship with God. We unpack how distraction, comfort, comparison, and neglect can slowly dry out our spiritual lives without us even realizing it.We also dive into the cost of intimacy with God, the sacrifices required to enter deeper places with Him, and why many of us want the fire of God without the oil that sustains it.This is a conversation about spiritual hunger, surrender, stewardship, and returning to genuine closeness with God again. -
Your Desires Are Fighting God’s Will 08.05.2026 38minA lot of us say we want God’s will… until it conflicts with our own.In this episode, we’re talking about surrender, submission, and what it really means to lay down your desires before God. Following Jesus is not just adding God into your plans. It’s allowing His will to take priority over your own, even when it’s uncomfortable, confusing, or costly.We talk about the struggle of wanting control, the tension between the flesh and the Spirit, and why dying to self is a necessary part of the Christian walk. Sometimes the hardest thing to surrender is not sin, but our own plans, desires, and expectations.This is a conversation about trust, obedience, and choosing God’s will over your own.tagsGod’s will, surrender to God, Christian podcast, dying to self, submission to God, Christian obedience, following Jesus, spiritual growth, faith and surrender, crucify the flesh, Christian encouragement, trusting God, walking with God, denying yourself, God’s plan, obedience to God, faith journey, relationship with God, Christian lifestyle, biblical teaching, self denial, Christian motivation, flesh vs spirit, growing closer to God, spiritual maturity -
It's Time to Die to Self 01.05.2026 35minWe hear a lot about “finding yourself,” but what if the Christian walk is actually about losing yourself?In this episode, I’m sharing what it looks like to let go of your identity in order to fully live in Christ. This isn’t about losing your personality or becoming empty. It’s about surrendering the version of yourself you’ve built so that God can form something deeper, truer, and rooted in Him.We talk about what it means to die to self, why holding onto your identity can quietly hold you back, and how real freedom is found when Christ becomes the center of who you are.If you’ve been trying to figure yourself out, this might be the shift you need.tagsidentity in Christ, Christian identity, lose yourself find Christ, die to self, death to self, Christian podcast, spiritual growth, walking with God, surrender to God, following Jesus, faith journey, Christian lifestyle, biblical identity, less of you more of Christ, growing closer to God, Christian encouragement, self denial, pick up your cross, faith over self, intimacy with God, renewing your mind, Christian motivation, relationship with God, living in Christ -
God Won’t Speak Where He’s Ignored 24.04.2026 43minA lot of us want a deeper walk with God, but we don’t always realize how full our lives have become.In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to make room for the Holy Spirit in everyday life. Not just in moments of prayer or worship, but in the way we live, think, and respond throughout the day. Sometimes the issue isn’t that God isn’t present, but that our lives are too full, too loud, or too distracted to recognize His leading.We also look at what it means when we say we follow God, but in practice, other things are still occupying the space meant for Him.This is a conversation about awareness, surrender, and returning God to the center again.tagsHoly Spirit, making room for God, Christian podcast, spiritual growth, walking with God, intimacy with God, hearing God’s voice, Christian lifestyle, faith journey, surrender to God, Christian encouragement, God first, prioritizing God, Holy Spirit guidance, Christian YouTube, growing closer to God, distracted faith, spiritual awareness, Christian motivation, relationship with God, faith and obedience, biblical teaching, devotional life, quiet time with God, Christian inspiration -
You Must Decrease So God Can Increase 17.04.2026 42minThere’s a version of faith that still keeps you at the center… and it will quietly limit how much of God you actually experience.In this episode, we’re talking about pride, humility, and what it really means to decrease so that God can increase in your life. This is a more personal conversation because I’m joined by my mom, and together we unpack what it looks like to go lower, let go of control, and make room for God to truly move.We talk about how pride can show up in subtle ways, why humility is often misunderstood, and how choosing to step out of the way is actually where real spiritual growth begins.If you’ve been feeling stuck, resistant, or like something is blocking your growth with God, this might be the conversation you need.tagspride vs humility, christian podcast, christian conversation, faith and humility, overcoming pride, spiritual growth, decrease so God can increase, less of you more of God, humility in the bible, Christian mother daughter, Christian family conversation, growing closer to God, surrender to God, Christian encouragement, walking with God, pride in the Christian life, how to be humble, God first not self, spiritual maturity, Christian YouTube, faith journey, biblical humility, trusting God, making room for God -
Your Obedience Isn't Optional 10.04.2026 39minDisobedience isn’t neutral. It costs more than we think.In this episode, we’re talking about the real cost of disobedience in our walk with God. Not just obvious rebellion, but the small delays, the hesitation, the moments where we know what God has said but choose something else. Over time, that distance adds up and begins to affect our faith, our clarity, and our intimacy with Him.Obedience isn’t about perfection. It’s about surrender. It’s about trusting God enough to say yes, even when it’s uncomfortable, inconvenient, or doesn’t make sense yet.If you’ve been feeling stuck, distant, or unsure in your faith, this might be the area to look at. Sometimes the breakthrough we’re praying for is on the other side of obedience.tagsobedience to God, disobedience, Christian podcast, Christian faith, spiritual growth, following Jesus, surrender to God, delayed obedience, obedience vs disobedience, walking with God, hearing God’s voice, Christian discipline, faith and obedience, trusting God, growing in faith, Christian encouragement, spiritual maturity, intimacy with God, Christian lifestyle, how to obey God, Bible based teaching, faith over feelings, obedience sermon, Christian motivation -
Crucify Your Flesh Before it Kills Your Faith 03.04.2026 34minThere is a real tension in the Christian life that we don’t talk about enough: the tension between your flesh and your faith.In this episode, we’re talking about what it actually means to crucify your flesh and why ignoring it can slowly weaken your walk with God. This isn’t just about big, obvious sins. It’s about the daily decisions, habits, and desires that quietly pull you away from intimacy with Jesus.Especially in light of Good Friday, we’re reminded that the cross wasn’t just something Jesus carried. It’s something we’re called to respond to. Following Him requires surrender, discipline, and a willingness to let parts of ourselves go.If your faith feels weak, inconsistent, or distant, this might be the conversation you need. Not from a place of perfection, but from a place of honesty and a desire to get closer to God again.tagscrucify your flesh, deny yourself, carry your cross, Christian podcast, Christian faith, spiritual growth, walking with God, Christian discipline, overcoming sin, flesh vs spirit, spiritual warfare, Christian encouragement, growing closer to God, intimacy with God, following Jesus, biblical truth, faith over feelings, Christian lifestyle, how to grow spiritually, Christian motivation, Good Friday message, cross of Jesus, surrender to God, dying to self, obedience to God -
I think I burnt myself out trying to be a “good Christian” 27.03.2026 33minLately I’ve been thinking about how easy it is to confuse intimacy with God for spiritual performance. You can be consistent, doing all the “right” things, showing up every day… and still feel exhausted in your faith.In this episode, I’m talking about spiritual burnout, over-performing for God, and the story of Mary and Martha because I think a lot of us are living like Martha without even realizing it. Trying harder isn’t always the answer. Sometimes the Lord is simply calling us back to sit with Him again.If your faith has felt heavy, distant, or more like pressure than peace lately, this conversation is for you. Not from a place of perfection, just honesty.tagsspiritual burnout, christian podcast, christian youtube, faith podcast, christian girl talk, relationship with God, growing closer to God, intimacy with God, Mary and Martha bible story, Luke 10 Mary and Martha, christian encouragement, feeling distant from God, quiet time with God, devotional life, christian motivation, faith struggles, burnout in faith, how to grow in faith, Christian content creator, christian life advice, trusting God, spending time with God, Christian young adult, faith journey, Christian inspiration -
Your Feed Is Shaping Your Faith 20.03.2026 39minWhat you feed your mind is forming your faith whether you realize it or not.In this episode, we are talking about how what you watch, what you scroll, and what you constantly expose your eyes to is shaping your spiritual life more than you think. A lot of us want strong faith, but we are feeding our minds things that weaken our focus, our discipline, and our relationship with God.This is not about being legalistic. This is about being intentional. If you never guard your mind, the world will shape it for you. If you never guard your eyes, your faith will slowly become weaker without you even realizing it.We talk about why your feed matters spiritually, how distraction affects your walk with God, and what you can actually do to protect your mind and grow in your faith again.If you feel distracted, spiritually tired, or stuck in cycles of overconsumption, this episode is for you.tags --Christian podcast, Christian faith, spiritual growth, guard your mind, guard your eyes, what you watch matters, social media and faith, Christian discipline, Christian encouragement, walking with God, faith and distraction, spiritual focus, Christian lifestyle, growing in faith, how to grow spiritually, protecting your mind, faith over distraction, Christian motivation, renewing your mind, faith habits, Christian YouTube, Bible based encouragement
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