The Jessica Jená Podcast

What if the very thing you prefer is the thing holding you back? In this episode, we’re having a real conversation about how our preferenceslwhat we like, what feels comfortable, what we’re used to, can sometimes get in the way of what God is trying to do in our lives. Because let’s be honest… we love control. We love what makes sense to us. We love what feels good. But what happens when God’s plan doesn’t match our preference? I’m sharing how choosing comfort over obedience can delay growth, keep you in cycles, and even cause you to miss what God has already prepared for you. This is your reminder that purpose will require stretching, surrender, and sometimes saying no to what you want so you can receive what you need. So ask yourself:Are you choosing what’s familiar… or what’s faithful?

In this episode, we’re getting real about distractions. What they look like, how they show up, and how they can quietly pull us away from who God is calling us to be. I’m talking about choosing not to settle… especially when it comes to relationships. Waiting on a man of God is not always easy, but it’s necessary when you know your worth and your assignment. This is your reminder that loneliness is not a reason to lower your standards. As we step into a new quarter, I also want you to ask yourself: What version of me am I feeding?Is it the old habits, old mindset, and old cycles… or the woman God is calling you to become? We’re diving into: Knowing the season you’re in Showing up for yourself in every area of your life Asking God to reveal what’s been distracting you And having the discipline to starve those distractions on purpose This episode is for the woman who knows she’s meant for more but is ready to do the work to align with it. Take a moment after listening and sit with God. Ask Him to reveal what needs to go and trust Him enough to let it go. xoxo, Jess

Have you ever had that quiet knowing in your spirit that your life is supposed to look different? Like you're doing well and checking the boxes, but something inside you keeps whispering that there’s more? In this episode, I share how a blog post I recently read deeply inspired me and stirred something in my spirit about purpose, identity, and trusting the process of becoming who God has called you to be. I reflect on the journey of feeling out of place, the frustration of ambition without clarity, and why sometimes the biggest shift we need isn’t a new opportunity, it’s a new identity. If you’ve ever felt like you’re living in the in-between season, this episode is for you. xoxo, Jess https://diaryofahighachiever.substack.com/p/to-the-woman-who-always-knew-she?r=2kmu3d&utm_medium=ios&triedRedirect=true

Purchase your devotinal here: https://payhip.com/b/o2t1l There’s a season many of us don’t talk about, the season where you’re still believing God, but quietly wondering if He has something more for you… or if you should be further along by now. In this episode of the Jessica Jená Podcast, we’re talking about that in-between space: when the promise feels quiet, comparison starts to creep in, and waiting begins to test your faith. I’m sharing encouragement for the woman who’s still showing up, still praying, but wrestling with doubt, delay, and unanswered questions. This episode is for the woman who needs to be reminded that silence isn’t absence, waiting isn’t wasted, and God hasn’t changed His mind about her life. If you’re learning how to trust God again, steward your season well, and believe Him for more....even when you can’t see it yet, this conversation is for you.

In this Waiting to Exhale, Pt. 2 episode, I’m sitting with a question from the opening scene of Waiting to Exhale that hit different as an adult: Do you know where you want to be tonight, and do you know where you want to be next year? This conversation is for the person who’s tired of settling with a smile and calling it patience. We’re talking about being honest with God, defining where you want to be this time next year, and learning to partner with Him rather than passively waiting. If you’re ready to stop surviving your season and start breathing on purpose, this episode is for you.

Watching Waiting to Exhale as an adult hits differently. In this episode, I reflect on the powerful life lessons we can pull from Savannah, Bernadine, Robin, and Gloria, and how their journeys around love, healing, identity, and self-worth mirror seasons many women experience today. This conversation explores the difference between waiting and settling, choosing peace over pressure, rebuilding after heartbreak, and learning how to exhale without abandoning yourself. If you’re navigating singleness, healing, boundaries, or trusting God in a season of waiting, this episode will meet you right where you are. xoxo, Jess

I pray that this episode reaches whoever needs it. xoxo, Jess

There comes a moment when you realize you can’t respond the way everyone else does. Not because you’re better but because you’re called. In this episode, I’m talking about why your response matters, how frustration can tempt you to react your way out of position, and what it really means to die to self. Inspired by Job 32:1, this conversation is a reminder that your calling and anointing require maturity, restraint, and wisdom, especially when silence feels harder than speaking. If you’ve been feeling tested, misunderstood, or provoked, this episode will help you guard your posture, protect your peace, and stay aligned with who God is shaping you to be. xoxo, Jess

Waiting on God can feel uncomfortable, quiet, and confusing. In this episode, we talk about what to do while you’re waiting, how to remind your situation who God is, how to remind your flesh of what He’s already done, and how to stay faithful in the small while you trust Him with the big. If you’re in a season of waiting and need encouragement to stay grounded, hopeful, and obedient, this episode is for you. xoxo, Jess

There comes a moment when you have to choose a side. Will you keep pouring into who you used to be, or will you finally cultivate the woman God has been calling you to become? In this episode, I’m talking about the tension so many of us feel: being tired of our circumstances, yet still attached to old habits, mindsets, and comfort zones. Inspired by the moment Jacob becomes Israel, this conversation is an honest reminder that transformation doesn’t come from complaining; it comes from commitment. If you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, or tempted to settle, this show is for you. We’re talking about what it really means to wrestle with God, release old versions of yourself, and choose growth even when it’s uncomfortable. You don’t have to settle, but you do have to decide. Press play if you’re ready to stop feeding who you were and start investing in who you’re becoming. xoxo, Jess

In this episode, we reflect on Genesis 25:29–34 and the story of Esau and Jacob to talk about what happens when we don’t fully understand the weight of what we carry. How often do we make decisions out of hunger, exhaustion, or impatience: trading what’s sacred for temporary comfort? This conversation is a gentle reminder to pause, honor your calling, and protect what God has placed on your life. Sis, not everything that satisfies you is safe for you. xoxo, Jess

New year, same realness. xoxo, Jess

In this powerful episode of The Jessica Jená Podcast, we’re talking about the connection between letting go and walking in audacity for the future. If you’ve ever felt stuck between where you’ve been and where God is calling you next, this episode is for you. Audacity requires release. You cannot step boldly into your future while holding tightly to past seasons, old mindsets, unhealthy attachments, or fear-based decisions. In this episode, Jessica breaks down why letting go is essential, what it really means to release with faith, and how audacity is often born in moments of surrender. Don't forget to: ✅ Subscribe to The Jessica Jená Podcast✅ Share this episode with a friend who needs the courage to move forward✅ Leave a 5-star review to help this message reach more women

In this episode, Jessica Jená explores what happens when you give God a consistent version of you. Consistent surrender, obedience, and follow-through. If you’ve started before but fell off, this is your nudge to try again with intention and consistency. Perfect for anyone ready to honor their assignment and move with discipline.

In this episode, Jess explores Matthew 25:14-30 and challenges you to step boldly into your God-given assignment. You are the answer to a question and the solution to a problem, but only if you’re willing to use what God placed in your hands. Jessica breaks down the danger of burying your gifts, the importance of purpose partnerships, and practical steps to help you take your calling seriously. It’s time to stop shrinking.You are that somebody.

In this week’s episode, Jess shares how God shifts your perspective when you start to see yourself through His eyes. The title, “He Wasn’t Man Enough,” isn’t about the man, it’s about the moment you realize God is calling you higher, and your desire for more begins to change. She unpacks why your standards start rising, why certain relationships no longer feel aligned, and how to embrace the season of becoming. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “outgrowing” the old version of your life, this episode is your confirmation. xoxo, Jess

Some seasons tried to take you out: emotionally, spiritually, and mentally. But the truth is… it didn’t kill you. In this episode, I’m unpacking the story of the man in Mark 5 who went from living among tombs to sitting clothed and in his right mind. Just like him, you’ve walked through dark places that others couldn’t survive but God had His hand on you the entire time. What once had you bound no longer has authority over you. This week, I want to remind you that the fact you’re still here is proof that God still has purpose for your life. It didn’t kill you because it couldn’t. Tune in, take a deep breath, and let this episode remind you that your survival was never by accident, it was divine protection and preparation. xoxo, Jess