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Made for ImpactAuthor: Petia Burns
Made for Impact is a podcast for Christian women who want a deeper relationship with God and desire to live each day with greater faith, trust, and purpose.Hosted by Petia Kolibova Burns, each episode offers biblical encouragement, personal stories, practical wisdom, and honest conversations about faith, motherhood, surrender, personal growth, and following Jesus in everyday life.Whether you're walking through a season of waiting, seeking clarity for your next step, learning to hear God's voice, navigating motherhood, or simply longing to grow closer to Him, you'll find encouragement and truth here.Inside you'll discover: Biblical encouragement for everyday life Practical ways to grow your faith Honest conversations about motherhood and personal growth Stories of God's faithfulness and transformation Encouragement to trust God more deeply in every seasonIf you're ready to deepen your relationship with God, strengthen your faith, and experience His presence in your everyday life, you're in the right place.Welcome to Made for Impact. Language: en Genres: Christianity, Kids & Family, Parenting, Religion & Spirituality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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When Your Family Doesn’t Know Jesus: How God Can Use Your Life for His Purpose
Episode 786
Saturday, 19 September, 2026
What if the way God is using your life reaches far beyond what you can see in this season? Sometimes we think our purpose has to look big, visible, or extraordinary. We search for a platform or a grand assignment, but part of your purpose may already be unfolding right inside your own home. Your transformed life is often telling people about Jesus long before you ever find the perfect words. This episode is especially for you if you are walking with Christ but have family members who do not know Him yet. Maybe you have prayed for them, tried to talk about your faith, or wondered if your obedience is making any difference. I share an honest conversation about God’s purpose, divine appointments, and the ripple effect one surrendered life can have. This message offers gentle Christian encouragement for every woman of faith seeking true spiritual growth for women and learning how to grow closer to God. Your assignment is not to force someone's faith, but to follow Jesus, pray for your loved ones, and trust the Holy Spirit. In this episode, we discuss: How God uses your ordinary life and divine appointments for an eternal purpose Why your personal transformation becomes a powerful testimony to those closest to you Biblical encouragement for women when praying for family members who do not know Jesus The difference between trying to change someone and allowing God to work through you Why practicing authentic Christian living creates a ripple effect in your home over time How hearing God's voice helps you surrender the people you love back into His hands IF SOMEONE YOU LOVE DOESN’T KNOW JESUS You don’t have to carry the responsibility for their salvation. You don’t have to manufacture the perfect conversation. And you don’t have to force open a door God hasn’t asked you to open. Keep walking with Jesus. Keep becoming more like Him. Keep loving. Keep praying. Keep listening when God prompts you to speak. And trust that the same God who pursued your heart knows exactly how to pursue theirs. Your life might be part of someone’s journey to Jesus in ways you won’t understand until much later. THE HEART OF THIS EPISODE God didn’t save you only to change your destination. He is transforming your life so His love, truth, grace, and goodness can flow through you to other people. Your family. Your children. Your friendships. Your community. Even the person who seems the furthest from Him. You don’t have to know how the entire story ends. You simply get to faithfully live the part God has entrusted to you. Never underestimate what God can do through one life completely surrendered to Him. SHARE THIS EPISODE If someone came to mind while you were listening, send this episode to them. And if you’re praying for someone you love who doesn’t know Jesus yet, I hope this reminds you that God is working in ways you may not be able to see. Take a screenshot while you’re listening and tag @petiaburns on Instagram so I can connect with you.
