Today's Purpose Podcast with Christina Hanks

What if the most powerful work God is doing in your life is happening in the quiet—under the surface, where no one else can see? In this episode, Christina shares a fresh perspective from 1 Kings and the building of Solomon's temple—specifically the costly, unseen stones used in its foundation. Drawing from Scripture and personal study, she unpacks how this detail mirrors the spiritual reality of our lives today. You'll hear about the significance of hidden obedience, the active work of surrender, and the truth that while we build in obedience, God is the one who fills it with power. Sometimes, the most faithful thing you can do is to wait, yield, and trust that God is working in the unseen. If you're in a quiet or waiting season wondering if your quiet faithfulness matters—this one is for you. CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christinahanks_ Christina's Substack: @christinahanks

Today, we're diving into a topic that's not often talked about, God's anger, and what it reveals about His deep compassion for us. Is anger always sinful? Was Jesus reckless when He cleared the temple? What does righteous anger look like in our lives today? In this episode, Christina unpacks these questions and powerful Biblical truths about anger, justice and the fierce love of God that moves Him to defend His children. You'll hear encouragement from Scripture, reflections from the book "Gentle and Lowly" and practical questions to help you discern where God might be inviting you to trust His heart even in hard places. If you've ever wrestled with anger, been wronged by others or simply needed a reminder that God is not indifferent to your hurt, this episode is for you. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christinahanks_

In today's episode, Christina tackles that piece of advice you've probably heard a million times — "read your Bible." Yeah, yeah, you've heard it before — but what if it's actually the key to transforming your life? Christina breaks down how spending time in God's Word renews your mind, strengthens you through life's hardest moments and gives you the clarity and peace you've been searching for. If you're tired of hearing "just read your Bible" but still feel like something's missing, this episode is for you. Tune in and find out why this advice might just be the life-changer you didn't know you needed. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christinahanks_

In today's episode, Christina takes us into the Old Testament story of the Bronze Serpent—a puzzling but powerful moment in Israel's journey to the Promised Land. She unpacks the Gospel truth hidden in this passage, revealing how it directly points to Jesus' redemptive work on the cross. Through the Israelites' struggle, we learn invaluable lessons about trusting God in the face of setbacks, and Christina ties it all back to Ephesians 2—a life-changing reminder that we are saved by grace through faith, not by our own works. If you've ever found yourself striving to make yourself "lovable" to God, this episode is for you. Christina invites you to release that burden and embrace the powerful truth that you are saved by grace alone—nothing we can do (or fail to do) can add to the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice. Tune in for this refreshing reminder of God's relentless love and grace that meets us exactly where we are. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christinahanks_

Happy New Year, friends! In this episode, Christina encourages you to reflect on the power of remembering God's faithfulness in the past year as we step into 2025. The start of a new year is the perfect time to pause, look back, and intentionally call to mind how God has shown up in our lives—through all the highs and lows. Let's commit to remembering, trusting, and walking forward with confidence in God's unchanging faithfulness as we embark on this new year. Tune in, reflect and start this year with purpose! HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christinahanks_

In this episode, Christina dives into the heart of the Advent season, exploring the true meaning of HOPE and celebrating the reason for the season. Taking a journey through Isaiah 41, she offers an encouraging word about God's unshakable trustworthiness and WHY we can place our hope fully in Him. If you're feeling overwhelmed or anxious, this episode is a reminder to take God at His Word because His promises will never fail. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christinahanks_

Welcome back to Today's Purpose Podcast! In this episode, Christina dives into the powerful practice of pursuing the areas the Lord would have you say yes and no. Drawing from a recent interview she heard with Priscilla Shirer, Christina unpacks the wisdom of focusing on one or two things God is calling you to do in each season and having the courage to say no to everything else. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christinahanks_

In this episode, Christina uses the stories of Cain and Noah to emphasize costly sacrifice and giving our very best to God. She unpacks what it means to worship and live for God in a way that actually COSTS you something… Not the kind of cost that ends in lack, but the kind of cost where you have everything to gain. SCRIPTURE: Genesis 4-8 HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christina_bostick

Did God really say that thing you're believing? In today's episode, Christina unpacks how important it is to be a generation who confidently knows exactly what God has spoken throughout His Word. Learning from the example of Eve's deception in the Garden of Eden, we see how any confusion, doubt, or uncertainty about God's truth only allows space for the enemy's lies. NOTED SCRIPTURE: Genesis 3 Isaiah 14 Romans 16:20 Hebrews 9:22 HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christina_bostick

Happy New Year, and welcome back to the podcast!!! Get ready to dive back into the adventure of reading the Bible in order, all the way through! In this episode, Christina explores the profound truths about God's design for community, relationships, and the unique role of women. She discusses the epidemic of loneliness in our world today and the importance of genuine, Godly relationships. Diving into the creation of Eve, Christina also unpacks the deeper meaning of God's phrase "helper suitable" in Hebrew, known as "ezer kenegdo." These words unlock a profound understanding of the divine roles women were destined to play alongside men. SCRIPTURE: Genesis 2 Deuteronomy 33:29 Psalm 122 HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christina_bostick

Christina is back on Today's Purpose to talk about one of her greatest passions… Reading the WHOLE Bible in order from start to finish! You might think it sounds impossible to accomplish, but Christina hopes to inspire you to take the jump in full confidence it will change your life for the better. She is getting ready to read through the Bible in order again and hopes you'll join her on the journey as she plans to share notes from her personal reading in future episodes. Reading Scripture from front to back brought Christina's love for the Word and God Himself to depths she didn't know were possible, and she hopes for you to experience the same. In this episode, Christina also shares one of her favorite resources, The Jesus Bible, that enhances time in the Word by revealing how Jesus' presence can be seen in every chapter of Scripture, from start to finish. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christina_bostick

Real talk. How many of you can't quite get yourself to believe those Bible verses that say God wants to give us the desires of our heart because you're still without all the things you've ever asked him for? If this resonates, then stick around because this episode is for you!! Christina dives into how God oftentimes doesn't give us what we WANT, but what we NEED, and it's so much better that way. He definitely wants to give us the desires of our hearts, but even more than that, He wants to give us abundantly more than all we could ever hope, think, or imagine. Abundantly more to God is quite literally abundantly more than what we can wrap our simple minds around, and it involves some needed heart refinement along the way so we can fully receive whatever it may be. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christina_bostick

Are you waiting for a spouse, baby, career, physical or emotional healing, or the restoration of a relationship? The waiting season can be an extremely painful one that potentially threatens our mental, emotional, and spiritual growth as discouragement creeps in. In today's episode, author and licensed mental health therapist Barb Hill joins the podcast to talk about her book, "Seasons of Waiting: An Invitation to Hope," a 52 week devotional written as a compassionate guide to validate the disorienting experience of waiting. These devotionals are unlike anything you will read on this topic and have a powerful way of sparking curiosity, speaking truth, and reawakening hope in whatever season of waiting you might find yourself in. In this episode, Barb talks about how faith and mental health go hand-in-hand and provides practical steps towards health and embracing a more fruitful way of waiting. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: www.todayspurposepodcast.com Purchase a copy of Barb's book: www.barbhillauthor.com CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Christina's Instagram: @christina_bostick Barb's Instagram: @barbs_hill

Have you ever worried that when life doesn't feel good, it means you're doing it all wrong? That bad feelings mean God is not there in the mess and is therefore nudging you to move to a place where you feel good again? Christina Bostick is back on the podcast today to talk about wrestling with these worries and wants to encourage you that God's presence can be found in the messy middle. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick

In today's episode, Christina talks about what to do in the middle of a life storm. The kind of life storm that makes you unable to see straight and makes you feel all strung out without any feeling of hope or sense of direction. The kind of life storm that wipes away your ability to believe that God is anywhere close. There are so many variations of storms that can stem from so many different things, and Christina unpacks some notes of encouragement about what to do, how to keep the faith, and how to move in and move towards God-given peace. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick

Are you seriously confused about the road you're traveling and don't know where you're headed? You're trying to follow Jesus but cannot see or understand where He's taking you? What might you need to lay aside in order to serve and love with open, ready hands? And how might God be calling you to be inclusive, not exclusive? In today's episode, Christina unpacks these questions and challenges us to see MORE of what Jesus powerfully demonstrated in the familiar story of washing His disciples' feet. She wants to encourage you to lay aside the things keeping you from serving and loving wholeheartedly and embrace the mystery of where He's taking you when you face uncertainty. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter and Sign Up for Journal Prompts: https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick

In this episode, Christina talks about serving God and others through our own unique gifts and talents. We were designed to be the light of the world, and God has given us specific gifts and talents to shine for purposes that He prepared before we even took our first breath. The Bible says to those who have been given much, much is required, and using our gifts and talents as a way to serve God and others is a responsibility that we should lean into and steward well. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick

Is someone you know or following doing something you also have the heart to do? But since they're already doing it, you don't feel like your efforts are really needed? Or maybe someone else is doing something more specific to a gift or talent of yours that you have always dreamed of doing. But you haven't jumped in to do it because you don't believe you are good enough or think the stars could ever align just like they did for that other person? In today's episode, Christina talks about owning your story and resisting the urge to compare your life and story with those around you in a way that holds you back! We aren't promised tomorrow, so it's imperative that we live our life to the fullest, running our race well with everything we've got! Every single one of us has influence over the lives of those around us and possesses the potential to do incredible things. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Instagram: @christina_bostick

In Part Two of Christina's Journaling Tips series, she will dive into what to actually write down in your journal and hopes this will be especially helpful for anyone struggling to get started. There are three journaling strategies she will unpack with you today and will also share each format in the show notes on the website! Christina shares how journaling in these specific strategies has increased her confidence in the Lord as it has enhanced her relationship and friendship with Him. Journaling in one of these three ways has given God more opportunities to show up in her life, and she desperately wants the same for you. HELPFUL LINKS:Join the Newsletter: https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick

Do you want to start journaling more but feel silly every single time you sit down to try? Maybe you get overwhelmed because you don't know where to start or don't even know what to write? Christina has been journaling since she was 12 years old and has found it to be a necessary and essential habit in her life. There is power in story, and there is treasure to be found in recording the stories of your life down, pen to paper. Christina is passionate about the value journaling brings and is sharing some of her personal tips including the type of journal, when and where to journal, and what to journal in a two part series! HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Instagram: @christina_bostick

Best-selling and award-winning author, Victoria Duerstock, joins Christina on the podcast today to talk about her new book, The Story of Good. This stunning gift book focuses on the unique stories of over 20 founders within goodMRKT, a community of makers and creators who are finding unique ways for people to purchase with a purpose! In this episode, Victoria talks about the power of leveraging our unique skills in order to make a difference in the lives of others and simple steps we can take to accomplish this. Pairing faith with action is so important and a major piece to understanding our missionary calling in every moment we're given. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home Purchase The Story of Good: https://www.thestoryofgood.com/ CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Instagram: @christina_bostick

In this episode of Today's Purpose Podcast, Christina is joined by Callie Beukinga to talk about purpose in a fresh new light! When it comes to the commandments we are given to follow, it may seem to some that God wants to withhold fun. However, Christina and Callie shine light on the truth that there is freedom (and fun!) found in obedience. Also, as one who is incredibly involved with her church and community, Callie is here to encourage us that there can be great purpose in saying 'no' to good things, in order to say 'yes' to where God is leading… Even if it's someplace no one else sees. It takes humility to find contentment in private, hidden obedience, but God honors what is done in secret and is sure to be faithful. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home Callie's Blog, Testing for Truth: https://www.calliebb.com/ CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Instagram: @christina_bostick Callie's Instagram: @calliebeukinga

It's story time over here on Today's Purpose Podcast! In last week's episode, Christina talked about the importance of taking time to reflect on the stories where you know God intervened, and she wants to share a personal and recent story with you today! Christina and her friend Callie just took some of the high school seniors they lead to the Passion Conference in Atlanta and experienced God in an extremely personal way. If you have been doubting God's presence in your life, Christina hopes this story will encourage you to give God every ounce of your personal life and recognize every good thing as a gift from Him. There is no such thing as coincidence! HELPFUL LINKS: Join the Newsletter: https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL: Instagram: @christina_bostick: https://www.instagram.com/christina_bostick/

It's quite scary really how quickly we can forget…. The prayer answered, the trial God helped us walk through, the lesson unexpectedly learned at just the right time, the love felt, the challenges we overcame. Story is powerful, and in this first episode of 2023, Christina encourages us to spend time reflecting on the personal stories we experienced in the previous year. How are you spiritually? How are you physically and emotionally? What do you have to be grateful for? Are you desperately wanting to hear from God and ensure you make all the right decisions in life? Christina walks through each of these important questions in hopes to encourage you to take God for His Word and believe each and every promise He has for you. HELPFUL LINKS:Join the Newsletter | https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick | https://www.instagram.com/christina_bostick/

Are you wondering where God is in your job, your relationships, your dreams, or even your life as a whole? It's so okay to wrestle with the Lord. Doubt is part of our faith journey, and Riley Sewell is here to remind us that doubt can be exactly where our faith grows. Sometimes God's purpose for our day looks like bringing all of our worries, fears, and doubts to Him and letting Him simply love us. When we surrender to the incredible love of God, He fills us up in a way that we can't help but overflow and spill into the lives of those around us. Especially when they arrive in our life as interruptions... And these interruptions are the very moments of purpose God doesn't want us to miss. HELPFUL LINKS:Join the Newsletter | https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick | https://www.instagram.com/christina_bostick/ Riley's Instagram: @rileywithcourage | https://www.instagram.com/rileywithcourage/

Are there things you have lost hope in? Or is there something you feel like you're being called to that feels too scary or difficult to say "yes" to? In this episode, Christina unpacks the magic of Mary's story and shines light on how we can find encouragement and strength from her life and the adventure that found her. Though her story is a short and familiar one, there is something incredible to be learned from this young, brave girl who believed there would be fulfillment of what was spoken to her from the Lord. HELPFUL LINKS:Join the Newsletter | https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick | https://www.instagram.com/christina_bostick/

As we quickly approach the end of 2022, Christina takes a second to address the unmet goals and resolutions we made for ourselves at the beginning of the year. When we feel like we've failed something or someone, it tends to usher in a lot of disappointment and shame that tears us away from God. In this episode, Christina shares notes from a difficult moment she walked through in hopes it will encourage you to lean into God during moments of hardship. He wants to use every trial you experience to refine - not define - you. HELPFUL LINKS:Join the Newsletter | https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick | https://www.instagram.com/christina_bostick/

In a world and culture full of distractions, Christina's special guest, Julianna Bevere, speaks to the importance of giving the people around us our undivided attention. As a people we tend to waste our time pretty frivolously whether it be through our Instagram feeds or the next Netflix series, and it's imperative that we don't let our time here on earth slip away. Juli also provides incredible insight for those who are waiting for God to deliver all they're asking Him for and wants us to know there is purpose in the process and nothing is wasted. HELPFUL LINKS:Join the Newsletter | https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home Sons & Daughters | https://www.sonsanddaughters.tv/ CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick | https://www.instagram.com/christina_bostick/ Juli's Instagram: @juliannabevere | https://www.instagram.com/juliannabevere/ Sons & Daughters Instagram: @sonsanddaughterstv | https://www.instagram.com/sonsanddaughterstv/

Have you ever wondered why God created a world that is stricken with calamity, hatred, devastation, sickness and cruelty? A world fallen into so much sin? In this episode of "Journal Notes," Christina unpacks some notes on the book of Genesis and shines light on the truth that God's original plan and design for the world was NOT the awful hardships we endure or see around us every day. He created a plan of restoration and grace from the very beginning and offers us a way to find peace in the thick of it all. QUOTED SCRIPTURE:Genesis 1:26Isaiah 1:18-20Romans 1:20Genesis 28:10-22 HELPFUL LINKS:Join the Newsletter | https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick | https://www.instagram.com/christina_bostick/

Have you ever imagined God as a seriously strict parent in your life? Arms crossed and eyes squinted sternly? Full of shame and disappointment towards you? Or perhaps, you think you have messed up so badly that He has decided to cut you off and changed His mind about His love and destiny for you? You are not alone. Many people struggle with imagining these very things, or worse! And, friend… they are just NOT true! In this first episode of "Journal Notes," Christina shares notes from the book she is currently reading called Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortland. She will unpack how Jesus uniquely chose to describe His heart as gentle and lowly and why it's important for believers to remember. Jesus cares for us as we care for an injured part of our body because we ARE the same body. He wants and NEEDS us to be well so we can be a part of the dance in life in order to fulfill our unique purpose and destiny. QUOTED SCRIPTURE:Matthew 11:28-30Psalm 91:14Proverbs 24:16 HELPFUL LINKS:Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortland | amzn.to/3UjMDedJoin the Newsletter | https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick | https://www.instagram.com/christina_bostick/

Stand up comedy. Sewing quilted jackets. Hosting a large group of people for dinner. Whatever you may enjoy, Christina's first guest, Jamie Smith, encourages us that God can use it all to fulfill your unique purpose in life. He gives us many of our desires and talents for a reason! Jamie is the high school pastor at Church of the City in Franklin and has a gift for teaching and storytelling. In this episode she unpacks how the simplest of things can make the greatest impact and why small steps are important for making a difference. And if you've ever struggled with your job, not feeling like it's where you're supposed to be or what you were created to do, Jamie has a word of encouragement for you too! HELPFUL LINKS:Join the Newsletter | https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick | https://www.instagram.com/christina_bostick/ Jamie's Instagram: @jamieruthie | https://www.instagram.com/jamieruthie/ Jamie's Crafts: @__ladyjames

Do you ever wrestle with the questions: "Why am I here?" Or, "What was I made for?" "What am I supposed to do?" And "What is my purpose in life?" Searching for God's voice in the midst of life's storms to figure out the answers to these questions can invite a lot of anxiety, panic, stress, and worry that whatever decisions you make in life might make you mess up and miss God's unique plan for you. That's A LOT of pressure to feel, and I'm sure some of you can relate! However, God's purpose and plan for your life can be found TODAY… even in this very moment! Join Christina Bostick as she hopes to inspire you to live your life to the absolute fullest, fully present in every moment the Lord gives you. She hopes to help you discern the voice of the Lord along the way with your heart wide open to whatever you feel like He may be calling you to do or become. HELPFUL LINKS:Join the Newsletter | https://todayspurposepodcast.com/home CONNECT ON SOCIAL:Instagram: @christina_bostick | https://www.instagram.com/christina_bostick/