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I don’t think you’re lazy. I just think you might be scared.

In this episode of Showing Up Scared, Jess sits down with author Jon Acuff to talk about procrastination, fear, and what’s really happening when we feel completely stuck. Jon’s work reframes procrastination as a learned coping mechanism rather than a character flaw - which means beating yourself up might not be the thing that finally gets you moving.

Together, Jess and Jon unpack the fears hiding underneath procrastination, the difference between rest and avoidance, and how small actions can help us move again without waiting to feel completely confident or ready. If you’ve been staring at the same dream, decision, project, or next step for months, wondering what is wrong with you, this conversation offers a different question: What if you’re not lazy? What if you’re scared?

We talk all the time about being afraid to fail. But what if you’re also afraid it might actually work? In this episode of Showing Up Scared, Jess talks with entrepreneur and former Go + Tell Gals team member Caroline Lunne about ambition, calling, and having the courage to actually go for it.

Together, they explore both sides of the fear: the fear of failing that convinces us not to try and the fear of succeeding that makes us wonder what will happen if our lives actually expand. What will people think? Can I handle the responsibility? Who will I become? This isn’t a conversation about hustling harder or building something impressive. It’s about refusing to play small when God has given you something to steward—and learning to move toward faithfulness even when failure and success both feel scary.

Have you ever felt like theology was for other people? In this episode of Showing Up Scared, Jess sits down with Bible teacher, author, and theologian Lisa Harper to talk about why theology isn’t meant to intimidate us - it’s meant to draw us closer to Jesus.

Together they explore what happens when women stop believing they’re unqualified to think deeply about God. Jess shares part of her own journey from experiencing theological spaces marked by pride and exclusion to pursuing a master’s degree in biblical studies herself—a journey Lisa personally helped inspire. This conversation is an invitation to discover theology that produces humility instead of pride, confidence instead of intimidation, and ultimately a deeper love for Jesus.

What if getting dressed could actually help you show up with more courage?

In this episode of Showing Up Scared, Jess talks with House of Color CEO Ally Van Iten about her journey into color and style, eventually becoming CEO.  

Jess also shares how having her colors done three years ago became far more significant than a wardrobe decision. During a season of deep grief and family crisis, exploring color and personal style helped her feel equipped to show up as herself again.

Together, Jess and Ally talk about why enjoying beauty isn’t frivolous, how creativity reflects the heart of a creative God, and why “not worrying about what we wear” doesn’t mean we have to stop caring about beauty and style.

If you’ve ever felt afraid to be seen, this conversation is an invitation to step into the fullness of who God made you to be.

Pre-order a copy of You Can't Be Brave Until You're Scared and fill out this form to enter into the drawing to get your colors done!

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What if the reason you struggle to rest isn’t that you don’t know how, but because you’re actually scared to?

In the first episode of Showing Up Scared, Jess Connolly is kicking off the season by talking about a fear many of us don’t realize we’re carrying: the fear of rest. What does rest say about us? What might we have to face when things get quiet? And what happens when we stop striving long enough to trust that God can keep holding everything together without us?

Jess walks through some of the fears underneath our resistance to rest. From the fear of what other people think to the fear of ourselves, losing control, and even trusting God, she unpacks why naming our fears is such an important first step toward courage.

Rest is trust. And sometimes, choosing to rest is one of the bravest things we can do.

We are in the final episode of our summer series Women + The Church. Today, we dive into the question of what it looks like when women are equipped to run on mission - not in theory, but in the day-to-day.

Jess and Nick paint a picture of how practical leadership tools can empower a young mom teaching Romans with confidence, a pastor's wife to build rhythms that prevent burnout, and a woman across the world getting trained in communication skills. They've seen firsthand at their own church the security and humility it takes for men and women to lead well together, and how that partnership points toward an Edenic return.

It's an honest look at what's possible and an invitation to imagine it for your own church and community.

Let's go.

Resources & Links

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You're called. Now it's time to get equipped. The Go + Tell Gals Leadership Certification trains Kingdom women in the 5 Pillars of Genuine & Effective Leadership. Learn more and get on the waitlist here.

The Church is full of women ready to lead, and Jess believes it's time to actually equip them. In episode three of our Women + The Church summer series, she's getting into the equipping gap: what it is, why it matters, and how to close it.

Jess sits down solo this week to name something she's seen over and over again, coaching women for the last six years: women are trusted with real leadership, but never actually trained for it. She walks through the five pillars that Go and Tell Gals is building its work around, and shares how the shift from coaching certification to leadership certification will help equip the women who need it most.

It's an honest look at the gap, an invitation to be part of the solution, and a look at how we can partner in this good work together.

Let's go.

Resources & Links

 We need YOUR help. Join the Founder's Circle for our non-profit: Support the ministry of Go and Tell Gals.

You're called. Now it's time to get equipped. The Go + Tell Gals Leadership Certification trains Kingdom women in the 5 Pillars of Genuine & Effective Leadership. Learn more and get on the waitlist here.

We're back with Part Two of this summer series, Women + The Church, and today we're finally getting into the text itself.

This week, Jess and Nick sit down to actually open Scripture together, looking at what it says, who it was written to, and why context matters so much in how we read it. It's a conversation about slowing down, asking better questions, and holding the Bible with both conviction and humility.

This isn't an episode meant to convince anyone. It's an honest look at what the text actually says, and an invitation to wrestle with it well.

Let’s go.

Resources & Links

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Book Nick mentions: God's Big Picture by Vaughan Roberts (or for the deeper dive, According to Plan by Graham Goldsworthy)

This summer, we're diving into one of the most requested conversations we've ever had.

In Part 1 of this four-part series on Women in the Church, Jess and Nick share their journey. From the churches that shaped them to seasons of confusion, wrestling, and healing to the convictions they hold today.

This isn't an episode meant to convince anyone or argue a position. It's an honest conversation about following Jesus, loving His Church, taking Scripture seriously, and learning to walk faithfully in the calling God gives each of us.

Whether you've wrestled with these questions for years or have never really thought about them before, we hope this conversation encourages you to pursue truth with humility, grace, and courage.

Let’s go.

Resources & Links:

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The final episode of Shalom Season is here, and Jess is ending it with something we all need: practical peace.

After conversations about peace in our minds, bodies, homes, relationships, and communities, this episode brings it all together with five grounded, honest ways to practice biblical shalom in everyday life.

If you’ve loved this season, this episode feels like a deep breath and a commissioning all at once.

Let’s go.

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Preorder Jess’s Book: You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared

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Not all peace is real peace. Today, Jess sits down with pastor and author Pricelis Dominguez to talk about the kind of “peace" that avoids tension, discourages questions, and keeps everyone the same, as well as the kind of unity that actually reflects the heart of God. This one will stretch you in the best way. 

Let’s go.

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Preorder Pricelis Dominguez’s new book, False Peace, and dive deeper into today’s conversation about comfort, unity, and the kind of peace that actually changes us.

Download the False Peace Inventory Guide, a short reflection resource to help you recognize where you may have settled for comfort instead of true unity.

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Preorder Jess’s Book: You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared

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What does peace look like in motherhood when life doesn’t go as planned?

In this special Mother’s Day episode, Jess sits down with her mom, Deb Hopper, to talk about finding true, biblical peace in the middle of real life. All things: single parenting, unexpected challenges, and letting go as kids grow.

This conversation is full of wisdom, honesty, and practical encouragement for any season of motherhood (or honestly, any season at all).

Let’s go.

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Preorder Jess’s Book: You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared

Join us at Brave 2026! A two-day gathering for Kingdom women in Charleston, SC Grab your ticket!

Jess partnered with the Dwell Audio Bible App to create a 5-day devotional, Mothering as a Daughter of God, to help you be filled, held, and rooted in His love. Listen now at dwellbible.com/jess for up to 50% off.

Jess sits down with counselor and author Debra Fileta to talk about her newest book, People Skills, and what it looks like to build healthier, more peaceful relationships. From emotional triggers to communication habits, this honest conversation will help you grow in self-awareness and change the way you show up, so you can experience more peace in every relationship.

Let’s go.

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Order Debra Fileta’s Book, People Skills.

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Preorder Jess’s Book: You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared

Join us at Brave 2026! A two-day gathering for Kingdom women in Charleston, SC Grab your ticket!

Jess partnered with the Dwell Audio Bible App to create a 5-day devotional, Mothering as a Daughter of God, to help you be filled, held, and rooted in His love. Listen now at dwellbible.com/jess for up to 50% off.

What does it actually look like to have peace in your marriage, not just on the easy days, but in the middle of conflict, disappointment, and even crisis?

In this deeply honest conversation, Jess sits down with her sister, marriage pastor, and trusted voice, Katie Walters, to talk about cultivating biblical shalom in marriage. Together, they discuss why peace can feel so elusive, how brokenness shows up in even the healthiest relationships, and what it looks like to fight for peace daily.

Whether your marriage is thriving, struggling, or somewhere in between, this episode will meet you with both truth and grace.

Let’s go.

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Join us at Brave 2026! A two-day gathering for Kingdom women in Charleston, SC Grab your ticket!

Connect with Katie Walters

We talk about peace a lot. But what does it actually look like to live with it?

In this conversation, Jess sits down with pastor and author Alex Seeley to talk about her newest book, The Divine Counselor, and what it looks like to truly walk with the Holy Spirit as our counselor, companion, and constant guide.

Let’s go.

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Order Alex Seeleys Book, The Divine Counselor.

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Preorder Jess’s Book: You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared

Join us at Brave 2026! A two-day gathering for Kingdom women in Charleston, SC Grab your ticket!

What if decluttering your home is the first step toward real, lasting peace?

In this episode, Jess sits down with Liz LaVoie to talk about the powerful connection between our homes and our hearts, and how decluttering both can lead us to true, lasting peace.

This isn’t about becoming a minimalist. It’s about becoming content.

Let’s go. 

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The UCLA Study Guide on clutter and stress levels mentioned in today’s episode.

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Preorder Jess’s Book: You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared

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Join Liz’s Declutter Discontent Course!

Connect with Liz! Explore her resources, YouTube, and email newsletter.

We say we want peace. We pray for it. We look for it. We try to build lives that might finally give it to us.

But if we’re honest? Peace can feel just out of reach.

This week in Shalom Season, Jess sits down with theologian and friend Dr. Joel Muddamalle to talk about something we don’t often connect with peace, but should: spiritual warfare.

Together, they explore how the unseen battle impacts our everyday lives, our fears, and our ability to live in true, lasting shalom.

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Order Dr. Joel Muddamalle’s book, The Unseen Battle: Spiritual Warfare, the Three Rebellions, and Christ's Victory Over Dark Powers.

Preorder Jess’s upcoming book, You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared, and then follow the directions to receive a special discount to join us at Brave 2026.

In this episode of Shalom Season, Jess sits down with her husband, Nick Connolly, to talk about anxiety. Especially when it shows up physically, not just mentally. Nick shares about his recent battle with anxiety, how it differed from past experiences, and what it looked like to pursue peace in the middle of it.

Together, they explore the tension between caring for your health and becoming consumed by it, the role of community and prayer, and the shift from striving to receive God’s love. This conversation is a reminder that even when your body feels overwhelmed, true biblical peace, shalom, is still possible.

Let’s go.

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Preorder Nick’s newest book, Bible Promises for Dads.

Preorder Jess’s upcoming book, You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared, and then follow the directions to receive a special discount to join us at Brave 2026.

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We’re back! The Jess Connolly Podcast is kicking off a brand new season, and this time, you can watch along too. That’s right, the podcast is now available on video as well as audio, and we couldn’t be more excited for what’s ahead.

Welcome to Shalom Season.

In this first episode, Jess introduces the heart of the season and explores the deeper meaning of biblical peace… shalom. While the world often defines peace as comfort or the absence of conflict, the Bible describes something far richer: wholeness, restoration, and right relationship with God.

If you’ve been longing for more peace in your mind, body, relationships, or everyday life, this episode lays the foundation for the conversations ahead.

Throughout Shalom Season, we’ll explore what it looks like to experience God’s peace in our homes, marriages, motherhood, community, and more.

Follow along and subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode this season.

Let’s go.

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Spend time in Scripture this Lent with Dwell, the audio Bible app designed to help you listen to and meditate on God’s Word. You can head to dwellbible.com/jess for up to 50% off your subscription.

Preorder Jess’s upcoming book, You Can’t Be Brave Until You’re Scared, and then follow the directions to receive a special discount to join us at Brave 2026.

It’s the final episode of 2025 and the closing chapter of our Bible Babes study in James. In this episode, Jess walks through the last verses of James 5 and the invitation it offers us: to wait well, watch our words, pray in every season, live in community, and courageously love others back to life.

This episode wraps the year with encouragement, perspective, and a call to simple, steadfast, Spirit-filled faith.

We’ll be taking a short break, but big things are coming in 2026. Thanks for spending this year in the Word with us!

Let’s go.

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Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of eating disorders, body image, and fertility loss. Please listen with care.

In this double-feature episode, Jess talks with Jordan Lee Dooley about her new book Be Good to Your Body, a biblical and sustainable vision for caring for the body without obsession or shame. Then she sits down with Erica Gwynn, author of That’s Just Not True, to expose the subtle lies women believe and replace them with God’s unchanging truth. 

Two timely books, one powerful conversation.

Let’s go.

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What happens when we stop calling sin, sin? Jess and Pastor and author Jamin Goggin discuss confession, healing, and the grace that meets us when we stop hiding and tell the truth.

This isn’t condemnation, it’s coming home.

Let’s go.

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Today, Jess is joined by her daughter, Glory, to walk through James 4 & 5 and talk about studying Scripture in real life. They share simple ways to stay rooted in the Word, surrender our plans to God, and trust Him with what’s ahead, even in busy or changing seasons.

In This Episode:

• Simple Bible study tools

• Holding plans with open hands

• Money, desire, and trust in James 4-5

Let’s go.

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What Comes Next is out now, and you’re invited to join our next 40 Days Reading Group! We’ll read through the book together, share prayers and prompts, and encourage one another along the way. This starts Monday, November 10th. Grab a copy, join us, and take steps toward what comes next! Join the group here.

So many of you asked how to love on Glory as she heads to college (😭), here’s her dorm wishlist if you’d like to bless her! 

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This week, I sit down with my husband, Pastor Nick, to talk about our upcoming sabbatical. We share why stepping back to rest, repair, and delight in God is so needed, for pastors and for all of us. If you’ve ever felt tired but loved what you do, this episode will hit home.

Let’s go. 

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What does it look like to walk wisely through Halloween? Jess shares how to honor God, love your neighbors, and stand firm in the truth that darkness is real, but already defeated.

Let’s go. 

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Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next, is now out!

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Feeling stuck in past hurts or carrying hidden offense? In this episode, Jess sits down with Alexandra Hoover, author of You Can Let Go, to talk about how old wounds, rejection, and offense shape our lives, and how to finally release them. You’ll hear practical ways to recognize offense, process pain without becoming a victim, and walk in freedom.

If you’re ready to stop replaying old hurts and step into a life of healing and purpose, this conversation is for you.

Let’s go. 

Resources & Links:

You Can Let Go by Alexandra Hoover 

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What kind of wisdom are you living by? In this Bible Babes episode, Jess is joined by her friend Amanda Wyse to unpack James 3, wrestling with pride, humility, and the quiet strength that comes from walking in God’s wisdom.

Let’s go.

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Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next, is now out!

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​​Nick Connolly is back on the podcast! We start this conversation with what it looks like to live as Kingdom people in a heavy, divided world, staying steady, compassionate, and focused on what really matters. 

Then we switch gears with five spicy date night questions. Get ready for honest laughs, real talk about marriage, and the unexpected ways we support each other. 

Encouragement for the hard days and inspiration for your next date night await in this episode!

Let’s go. 

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Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next, is now out! 

Other books mentioned in this episode: The Bible is for You, by Raechel Myers and Amanda Bible Williams 

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Burnout isn’t just tired; it’s deeper. In this episode, Jess unpacks how to spot burnout, why it affects so many people, and gentle ways to move toward healing and hope.

Let’s go.

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Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next, is now out! Grab your copy + Claim your bonuses today! (Burnout Guide) 

Other books mentioned in this episode: Tired of Being Tired by Jess Connolly

Take the Maslach Burnout Inventory test.

Listen to Episode 99: Are Your Boundaries Selfish?

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We made it to 100 episodes of The Jess Connolly Podcast!  

Jess and the director of Go + Tell Gals, Anna Victorson celebrate this milestone with a behind-the-scenes look at book launches, the story behind Jess’s new devotional What Comes Next, and lessons from 100 episodes of living fully awake.

Let’s go.

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What if boundaries aren’t selfish, but a way to honor God and love people better? In this episode, Jess explores what the Bible actually says about limits, how Jesus modeled them, and why healthy boundaries bring freedom. She also shares five simple questions to help you discern if a boundary in your life is Spirit-led.

Let’s go. 

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Books listed in this episode: Good Boundaries and Goodbyes by Lysa TerKeurst +, Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

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Bible Babes is back, and this week Jess is joined by her friend Katie Oballe to walk through James 3. This passage doesn’t hold back, reminding us that our words can spark life or lead to destruction. Together, Jess and Katie talk honestly about why taming the tongue feels so hard, how the Holy Spirit meets us in our weakness, and what it looks like to choose words that bless instead of break.

Let’s go. 

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Jess opens up about her journey from struggling with Paul’s tone to deeply loving his writings, and why his view on suffering, weakness, and grace matters today. She also shares how Paul inspired her new book, What Comes Next, and talks with Emily Vogeltanz about their upcoming Steps of Paul trip to Greece in 2026. 

If you’ve ever wrestled with Paul or want to see Scripture come alive, this episode is for you!

Let’s go.

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Ever think, “I wish I’d said that differently”? Jess gets real about words she regrets before a powerful convo with Kate Strickler of Nap Time Kitchen. They discuss her new book, I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen, contentment, marriage myths, friendship struggles, and why a bigger kitchen, or any “next thing,” won’t fix everything. 

Honest, funny, and full of grace, this episode will leave you feeling less alone and more encouraged.

Let’s go.

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Coaching might be your next step if you feel a pull to help others move forward, live with intention, and pursue what God has for them. Our fall Coaching Certification applications are now live! Apply today!

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What does God’s voice sound like? And how do you know it’s really Him?

In this episode, Jess invites you into her own process of learning to listen and respond to God in everyday life. You’ll also hear the story of how one moment of God’s clear direction in June turned into a whirlwind season of writing that became Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next.

If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself when trying to discern God’s voice, this episode will encourage you to lean in, trust Him, and move forward with expectation.

Let’s go.

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Preorder Jess’s newest book, What Comes Next. 

Listen to Episode 14: You Are More Than You’ve Been Told, an interview with Hosanna Wong

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Bible Babes is back! If you’ve been craving a Bible study, you’re in the right place. In this episode, Jess is joined by her friend, Meredith Knox, as they dive into James 2:14-26. They wrestle with the tension between faith and works, share personal stories, and offer practical ways to live what you believe without slipping into striving.

Let’s go.

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Coaching might be your next step if you feel a pull to help others move forward, live with intention, and pursue what God has for them. Our fall Coaching Certification applications are now live! Apply today!

Jess recently collaborated with The Tiny Tassel to create a limited-edition jewelry collection designed to help you live presently, dress with purpose, and celebrate the woman you are today. The handcrafted pieces are available now, but only for a short time at The Tiny Tassel Flagship and online at thetinytassel.com. Shop at The Tiny Tassel! ⁠Use code JESS20 ⁠for 20% off your order in store or online. 

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Connect further with Jess:

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August has just begun, but we’re gearing up for the fall here! Jess starts this episode out by sharing her personal fall bucket list. Everything from cozy seasonal decor to staying on top of her seminary reading. It’s a fun and thoughtful look at how she’s preparing her heart and rhythms for the season ahead.

Then she’s joined by speaker and author Tara Sun to talk about her brand-new book, Overbooked and Overwhelmed, which will be released tomorrow! Jess and Tara talk about the moment Tara realized she needed to make a change, how she’s learning to prioritize rest in a full life, and the practical shifts she’s making to stay present with God and her people.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed with the seasons quickly changing, rhythms shifting, or just need some encouragement, this episode is for you.

Let’s go.

Don’t Miss:

Coaching might be your next step if you feel a pull to help others move forward, live with intention, and pursue what God has for them. Our fall Coaching Certification applications are now live! Apply today!

You don’t have to stay stuck. Join Jess and the Go and Tell Gals for All Day Coaching designed to help you gain clarity, courage, and momentum.

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Connect further with Jess:

https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

This is an episode you don’t want to miss! Jess shares some hot takes on seminary. Covering heresy, theology, and how we handle Scripture with both conviction and compassion. 

Then she’s joined by her friend and fellow coach, Skyla Sale, for a joyful, honest conversation about calling, singleness, and the beauty of reciprocal discipleship.

Whether you’re in a season of study, leadership, or waiting, this conversation will encourage you to keep walking with God in whatever season.

Let’s go.

Don’t Miss:

Jess recently collaborated with The Tiny Tassel to create a limited-edition jewelry collection designed to help you live presently, dress with purpose, and celebrate the woman you are today. The handcrafted pieces are available now, but only for a short time at The Tiny Tassel Flagship and online at thetinytassel.com. Shop at The Tiny Tassel! ⁠Use code JESS20 ⁠for 20% off your order in store or online. 

Connect with Skyla Sale + book coaching with her, here. 

Listen to Episode 23

Coaching might be your next step if you feel a pull to help others move forward, live with intention, and pursue what God has for them. Our fall coaching certification kicks off soon, and we’d love to invite you in. Join the waitlist today. 

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Connect further with Jess:
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Welcome back to The Jess Connolly Podcast! Today, Jess pulls back the curtain on what’s been happening at Go + Tell Gals. With so much shifting in 2025: new rhythms, new clarity, and a fresh focus on what matters most, she fills you in on it all.

Then, she sits down with Sara Hagerty, author of The Gift of Limitations, for a deeply honest conversation about embracing our limits, the courage it takes to surrender, and how life’s pauses can lead us closer to God’s calling.

Whether navigating transition or simply wondering what’s next, this episode offers hope, healing, and real talk about living well within the boundaries God gives us.

Let’s go.

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Looking to reduce your anxiety and stress, elevate your mood and motivation, AND experience goal-crushing focus? Try Magic Mind. Get 50% off your first Magic Mind subscription using the code JESSCONN50 

You don’t have to stay stuck. Join Jess and the Go and Tell Gals for All Day Coaching, designed to help you gain clarity, courage, and momentum.

Are you a Coach? If you want to apply for the 2025 Go + Tell Gals Coaching Certification, join the waitlist here.

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Connect further with Jess:

https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

In this Summer with Friends episode, Jess starts with a mini chat about texting. If you’ve ever felt guilty for not replying fast enough or overwhelmed by being constantly reachable, this short reflection will help you feel seen and encouraged.

Then, Jess is joined by her sister Katie Walters for a heartfelt and honest conversation. They share personal stories, lessons from grief, and how they’re learning to live with more grace and less pressure in this season.

This episode is filled with laughter, vulnerability, and practical encouragement for anyone walking through change, growth, or full plates.

Let’s go.

Don’t Miss:

New Marriage, Same Couple by Katie Walters + Josh Walters 

Episode 6: Fashion without Fuss, an Interview with Katie Walters 

Episode 21: Marriage with Katie & Josh

Episode 70: The 7 Primal Questions with Mike Foster

Struggling to read your bible? Listen to God’s word effortlessly using Dwell. The Jess Connolly Podcast is partnering with Dwell, and you can get 25% off your year subscription at ⁠www.dwellapp.io/jess.

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Welcome back to the Jess Connolly Podcast. Today, Jess is getting real about friendships and shares five unfiltered truths about what makes friendships thrive. Then she’s joined by Carlos Whittaker to talk about digital distraction, wonder, and the heart behind his book Reconnected. From bold online shifts to tech-free living with monks and the Amish, Carlos shares powerful wisdom for staying present, grounded, and fully awake.

Let’s go.

Don’t Miss:

Connect with Carlos Whittaker + pick up his book Reconnected

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Connect further with Jess:

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Jess is back with another Summer with Friends episode. You’ll hear the advice she’d give her younger self before diving into a heartfelt and honest conversation with Nicoletta Bradley. They unpack body shame, singleness, and the freedom found in surrendering all control to God.

If you’ve ever wrestled with body image or the pressure to “fix” yourself, this episode offers grace, hope, and a fresh perspective: your worth isn’t a number, it’s who God says you are. Get ready to be encouraged to live fully free and unashamed in your body and spirit.

Let’s go.

** This episode includes talk around body image and eating disorders. If that’s something you’re currently walking through or healing from, we honor your journey. Feel free to listen when it’s helpful, or skip when it’s not.

Don’t Miss:

Connect with Nicoletta Bradley + Noble Retreat + listen to Call Her Holy

You don’t have to stay stuck. Join Jess and the Go and Tell Gals for All Day Coaching, designed to help you gain clarity, courage, and momentum.

Ready to reconnect and refocus? Join us in Charleston for Two Become More, a two-day retreat for couples craving deeper connection, clearer purpose, and intentional rhythms.

Ready to break free? Grab Jess’s Breaking Free from Body Shame book and Bible Study Guide for powerful, practical help on your journey.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Connect further with Jess:
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As we move deeper into 2025, Jess starts this episode with a gentle goals check-in, asking what it means to grow with intention without striving. If you're feeling the tension between wanting to live fully and needing to rest deeply, this one’s for you.

Then, Jess is joined by Megan Fate Marshman, pastor, speaker, and author of Relaxed. Together, they talk about how to live with holy peace in seasons marked by grief, leadership, motherhood, and ministry. This conversation is full of honesty, wisdom, and spiritual refreshment. 

If you want to live grounded in grace, not urgency, this episode is for you. 

Let’s go.

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Want to have access to the Audio Prayers mentioned in today’s episode? Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club!

Episode 22 & Episode 63

2025 Goal Setting Guide: Get the Guide  

Connect with Megan: @meganfate + pick up her book, Relaxed 

It’s officially the summer of friends on The Jess Connolly Podcast, and this week Jess is joined by the incredible Brenda Palmer. She is a preacher, podcast host, and author of the powerful new book, The Journey of Yes.

In this episode, Brenda shares how saying “yes” to God, especially when it meant walking away from a dream job, led her into deeper purpose, unexpected growth, and a clearer sense of calling. From her behind-the-scenes work as a producer to stepping into full-time ministry, Brenda opens up about how obedience in the quiet places prepared her for what’s next.

Whether you are standing at a crossroads or in a season of quiet faithfulness, this conversation will inspire you to trust the God who is writing your story.

Let’s go. 

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Ready to reconnect and refocus? Join us in Charleston for Two Become More, a two-day retreat for couples craving deeper connection, clearer purpose, and intentional rhythms. Visit this link to sign up!

Struggling to read your bible? Listen to God’s Word using the Dwell app, one of Jess’s favorite tools to help her study the Bible. Visit www.dwellapp.io/jess to start this journey together! 

Join Jess in the Living Water: 10-Week Bible Reading Plan 

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

In this episode, Jess sits down with her husband Nick Connolly for a raw and honest conversation about the realities of sex and conflict in marriage. Together, they unpack what they've learned with almost 20 years of living life side by side, offering encouragement, laughter, and plenty of truth along the way.

Whether you’re in a relationship, healing from one, or hoping for one someday, this episode is for you. 

Let’s go. 

Heads up: This episode includes open and honest conversation about sex and intimacy. Listener discretion is advised.

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Ready to reconnect and refocus? Join us in Charleston for Two Become More, a two-day retreat for couples craving deeper connection, clearer purpose, and intentional rhythms. Visit this link to sign up!

Check this episode out about Jess’s latest health update! + Get the Function App today!

Pick up Josh and Katie Walters' book, New Marriage, Same Couple. 

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Book Jess today!

Waiting isn’t punishment, it’s preparation. On this episode, Jess talks with pastor and author DawnCheré Wilkerson about how God uses the wait to shape us, drawing from DawnCheré’s powerful story and her new book Slow Burn. 

If you’re tired of holding on, this conversation will remind you: He’s never late, He’s working.

Let’s go.

Don’t Miss:

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

Shop at The Tiny Tassel! ⁠Use code JESS20 ⁠for 20% off your order in store or online. 

Pick up a copy of Slow Burn today.

Ready to reconnect and refocus? Join us in Charleston for Two Become More, a two-day retreat for couples craving deeper connection, clearer purpose, and intentional rhythms. Visit this link to sign up!

Join Function Health today. It is hands down one of the most helpful tools Jess has added to her routine.

It’s time for a much-needed health update, and Jess is sharing it all. What’s changed since Episode 62, what’s working now, and what she’s learned along the way. From big lifestyle shifts to the small things that are making a difference, this episode is full of honesty, reflection, and encouragement for anyone navigating their own health journey.

Let’s go.

Don’t Miss + Episode Links:

Ready to reconnect and refocus? Join us in Charleston for Two Become More, a two-day retreat for couples craving deeper connection, clearer purpose, and intentional rhythms. Visit this link to sign up!

Join Function Health today. It is hands down one of the most helpful tools Jess has added to her routine.

Looking for easy, nutrient-packed lunches? Yes, please. Get $150 off your first box of Factor!

Jess’s morning water: LMNT Electrolytes + Creatine Powder

Jess’s Afternoon Water:  ARMRA Colostrum

Breaking Free From Body Shame. If you haven’t picked this up, we recommend starting here. Also, don't forget the helpful Study Guide that goes with it.
Listen to Episode 62.

Let’s talk about spending less, but not in a hustle, guilt-filled, “cut everything” kind of way. Jess explores how small, intentional shifts can help us live lighter, trust deeper, and find real peace.

This episode is for anyone feeling stretched thin, chasing more, and still coming up empty. Let’s slow down, take inventory, and rediscover the freedom from living with less and trusting God for more.

Let’s go. 

Don’t Miss:

Become a part of the Fully Awake Women’s Club! Calling all women who have ever felt weary, defeated, heavy, or tired. We’re starting a club, and you’re invited. Join Here.

Looking to reduce your anxiety and stress, elevate your mood and motivation, AND experience goal-crushing focus? Try Magic Mind. For the next couple of weeks, you can get 50% off with code: JESSCONN50

Other Past Episodes mentioned in today’s episode:

1. Episode 78: Simple + Supernatural: Let's Do This

2. Episode 70: Leaders Are Learners: 7 Primal Questions

Connect further with Jess:

https://jessconnolly.com | Instagram | hello@jessconnolly.com

Faith and favoritism can’t coexist. In this honest and hope-filled episode of our Bible Babes Bible study, Jess and our girl Anna Victorson unpack James 2:1-13, exploring how subtle bias creeps into our lives and why mercy is the better way. 

With a powerful story from women’s ministry and some real-life heart checks, this episode invites you to live out God’s upside-down kingdom in the small, everyday moments.

Let’s go.

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The Fully Awake Women’s Club is more than just a community; it's where women come together to embrace truth, find rest, and walk in purpose. This is more than a newsletter; it’s where deeper conversations happen, exclusive content is shared, and new opportunities will unfold. Join today.

Struggling to read your bible? Listen to God’s Word using the Dwell app, one of Jess’s favorite tools to help her study the Bible. Visit www.dwellapp.io/jess to start this journey together! 

Interested in having Jess come to speak at your event? Visit the Speaking Page for more details!

Connect further with Jess:

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