GO TO GOD FIRST with Kim Dolan Leto

Kim Dolan Leto | Bestselling Author, Christian Speaker & Podcast Host
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Real Life. His Truth. Your Next Step. You love God, but when real life hits, do you ever find yourself looking everywhere else for answers before going to Him? Maybe you're overwhelmed, struggling with your thoughts, questioning your worth, or wondering what God wants you to do next. You want to trust Him, but you also want to know what His Word says about what you're facing and how to live it. Welcome to Go to God First with Kim Dolan Leto, the podcast that helps Christian women understand God's Word, apply it to their everyday lives, and take their next step with Him. Through biblical teaching, honest conversations, and practical encouragement, we'll talk about renewing your mind, knowing your worth in Christ, trusting God through difficult seasons, caring for your health, navigating relationships, and living your God-given purpose. I'm Kim Dolan Leto, bestselling author, Christian life coach, speaker, and your host. I know what it's like to look to the world for answers, worth, and direction. God transformed my life when I learned to bring every area of it back to Him, and today I'm passionate about helping women do the same. With millions of podcast downloads, nearly 1,000 five-star reviews, and appearances on The 700 Club, CBN, TBN, FOX, ESPN, and Jesus Calling, I've had the privilege of sharing this message with women around the world. Whatever you're facing, go to God first. Get in His Word, follow His truth, and take your next step with Him. Hit follow, grab your Bible, and let's do this together. With so much love in Christ, Kim Dolan Leto ★ START HERE Free Guide: Put God First in Your Health & Everyday Life https://kimdolanleto.com/start Fit God's Way Course: Join over 14,000 women and learn the 6-step biblical framework to get healthy God's way. https://kimdolanleto.com Living God's Way Mentorship: Stop struggling in your own strength and learn to live Spirit-led. https://kimdolanleto.com ★ CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://kimdolanleto.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/kimdolanleto

  1. 5h ago

    How to Trust God in Hard Times: What If He's Using This Battle to Build You? with Susie Larson

    What if the battle you're asking God to end is also the place He's using to strengthen you and do something in your life beyond what you could ask, think, or imagine? In this powerful conversation with bestselling author and Susie Larson, I shared 2 sentences from her book More Than You Can Imagine that changed the way I'm walking through something in my own life: "Don't look back, don't rehearse, don't rehash," and "You'll find that unrestrained venting only weakens you." In This Episode Susie and I talk about how easy it is to keep replaying what happened, talking about what we're afraid might happen, and trying to figure everything out from our limited perspective. We may think we're processing it, but sometimes we're actually weakening ourselves by rehearsing the same fear and disappointment. We talk about the power of our words (Proverbs 18:21), what it means to be still and stop striving (Psalm 46:10), and how to recognize when fear and hopelessness are shaping what we think and say instead of the truth of God's Word. We also talk about trusting God when we can't see what He sees (Proverbs 3:5–6), remembering that He is working even when we don't understand what He is doing (Romans 8:28), and holding onto our identity in Christ in the middle of a hard season. Susie shares what she means when she says, "Faith is your vision. Trust is your decision," and why our battles must never be wasted on us. Instead of only asking, God, when are You going to change this? what if we also started asking, God, what do You want to do in me through this? Free 7-Day Go to God First Devotional If you want to make going to God first your first response when real life hits, get my FREE 7-Day Go to God First Devotional. For seven days, I'll help you bring what you're facing to God, find His truth in His Word, pray through it, and take your next step with Him. Get The Free 7-Day Go To God First Devotional Here  Resources From This Episode More Than You Can Imagine by Susie Larson Susie Larson's Website  About Susie Larson Susie Larson is a bestselling author, national speaker, and host of the popular radio show Susie Larson Live on Faith Radio. She is the author of more than 20 books and devotionals, including More Than You Can Imagine and Waking Up to the Goodness of God. Share This Episode If you know a woman who is walking through a battle right now, send her this episode. If this episode spoke to your heart today, please help me reach more women by leaving a five-star review on Apple or Spotify. Every review helps someone else find hope, healing, and strength in Jesus. And remember, whatever you're facing, go to God first. With so much love in Christ, Kim Dolan Leto Listen or Watch Go To God First Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube All Podcast Episodes Connect with Me Get My Free Weekly Devotional Website Instagram Facebook  YouTube

  2. Sep 22

    This Is for When You Don't Know What to Do

    What do you do when you don't know what to do or how to know what God wants you to do? Maybe you need God's direction for a decision, you can't stop overthinking, fear is taking over, or you're waiting on God and wondering why He hasn't given you an answer. Get the FREE 7-Day Go to God First Devotional Here When you need wisdom, peace, or direction, it's easy to Google it, ask everyone what they think, or keep trying to figure it out yourself. But what if your first response became: Go to God first? In this episode of the Go to God First podcast, Kim Dolan Leto shares practical biblical guidance for how to seek God first, find wisdom in God's Word, take your thoughts captive, surrender what you can't control, and trust God when you don't know what's next. You'll also learn a simple practice Kim calls "putting it on the altar" to help you surrender the outcome to God instead of continually picking it back up and trying to control it. In This Episode What to do when you don't know what to do and need God's direction How to ask God for wisdom and discern what He's asking you to do next How to "put it on the altar", surrender control, and trust God with the outcome How to stop overthinking, take your thoughts captive, and bring fear back to biblical truth How to obey God when you know what to do but don't feel like doing it How to wait on God without worrying about tomorrow and be faithful with what He's given you today Scriptures mentioned: Matthew 6:33, Hebrews 11:6, Exodus 20:1–3, James 1:5, Proverbs 3:5–6, Deuteronomy 2:3, 1 Corinthians 2:16, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Isaiah 41:10, Philippians 2:13, Exodus 16, and Isaiah 66:1–2. Get the New FREE 7-Day Go to God First Devotional Want to make going to God first your first response when real life hits? Get the new FREE 7-Day Go to God First Devotional and spend seven days practicing how to bring what you're facing to God, find His truth in His Word, and take your next step with Him. Get the FREE 7-Day Go to God First Devotional Here Share This Episode Do you know a woman who doesn't know what to do, is overthinking a decision, struggling with fear, or waiting on God for an answer? Share this episode with her. Because when we don't know what to do, we don't have to know everything. If this episode spoke to your heart today, please help me reach more women by leaving a five-star review on Apple or Spotify. Every review helps someone else find hope, healing, and strength in Jesus. Remember, whatever you're facing, go to God first.  With so much love, God bless. Kim Dolan Leto Listen or Watch Go To God First Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube All Podcast Episodes Connect with Me Get My Free Weekly Devotional Website Instagram  Facebook  YouTube

  3. Sep 15

    3 Steps to Apply God's Word to Your Insecure Thoughts with Susie Mendoza

    Have you ever looked in the mirror and before you even realize it, you're picking yourself apart? If we know what God says, why do we keep having thoughts that lie to us? What if we could learn to hit pause, zoom out, and spot the lie underneath the thought before we let it take control? In this episode of the Go to God First podcast with Kim Dolan Leto, I'm talking with Susie Mendoza about how to recognize negative thoughts, uncover the lie underneath them, and agree with God's truth instead. Susie shares a simple three-step practice. In This Episode How to recognize the lie hiding underneath a negative thought Susie's three simple steps. How to use a Mirror Moment to catch insecurity and replace the lie with your identity in Christ Why agreeing with God's truth is different from positive thinking, affirmations, and manifestation How to turn routines you're already doing into opportunities to apply God's Word Get Susie's Free Application & Truth Guide Don't just listen to this episode. Put it into practice. Susie created Application & Truth: A Simple Daily Practice to help you anchor God's Word to routines you already have. Instead of adding another task to your day, you learn to use the moments you're already living to practice God's truth. Download Application & Truth here Connect With Susie Instagram If this episode spoke to your heart today, please share it with a friend who needs that same Christian lifestyle encouragement. You can also help me reach more women by leaving a five-star review on Apple or Spotify. Every review helps someone else find hope, healing, and strength in Jesus. Remember, whatever you're facing, go to God first.  With so much love, God bless. Kim Dolan Leto New here? If you're looking for practical ways to put God first in your health and everyday life, start with my free guide: Putting God First in Your Health & Everyday Life Listen or Watch Go To God First Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube All Podcast Episodes Connect with Me Newsletter Website Instagram  Facebook  YouTube

  4. Sep 8

    Don't Feel Like Yourself? Dr. Tabatha Barber on Menopause, Hormones & GLP-1s

    If you've ever thought, "What is happening to my body, and why don't I feel like myself anymore?" this episode is for you. Maybe you're gaining weight even though you haven't changed what you're doing. You're exhausted but can't sleep. Your anxiety feels different. Your brain feels foggy. And maybe you've gone to the doctor looking for answers only to hear, "Your labs are normal." Today, I'm sitting down with Dr. Tabatha Barber, The Gutsy Gynecologist, for the conversation I wish more Christian women were having about perimenopause, menopause, hormones, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), GLP-1s, sleep, weight gain, and advocating for your health. We're also talking about how to seek answers and wise medical care while continuing to trust God with our bodies and our lives. In This Episode: ✦ Why hormonal changes can affect mood, sleep, brain fog, weight, and energy ✦ What women should understand about HRT and different treatment options ✦ Why "normal" labs may not tell the whole story ✦ How to find a knowledgeable provider and advocate for yourself ✦ What to know about compounded medications and GLP-1 safety ✦ Why sleep and nervous-system regulation matter in midlife ✦ How to take your thoughts captive and renew your mind ✦ Why trusting God and seeking wise medical care belong together One of the things I hope you take away from this conversation is to be proactive about your health. We can trust God and ask questions. We can pray and get the labs. We can have faith and seek wise medical care. We can care for our bodies without making our bodies our idols. Go to God first. Get wisdom. Ask questions. Advocate for yourself. And take the next right step. About Dr. Tabatha Barber Dr. Tabatha Barber is a triple board-certified physician in obstetrics and gynecology, menopause, and functional medicine. Known as The Gutsy Gynecologist, she helps women better understand their hormones, gut, and metabolism through a whole-body approach. She is the founder of Fast to Faith®, author of Fast to Faith, and host of the Fast to Faith podcast, where she integrates metabolic health and biblical truth. Connect With Dr. Tabatha Website: https://fasttofaith.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gutsydrtabatha/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrTabatha YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fasttofaith Contact: support@fasttofaith.com If this episode spoke to your heart today, please share it with a friend who needs that same Christian lifestyle encouragement. You can also help me reach more women by leaving a five-star review on Apple or Spotify. Every review helps someone else find hope, healing, and strength in Jesus. Remember, whatever you're facing, go to God first. Get in His Word, and take your next step with Him. With so much love in Christ, Kim Dolan Leto New here? If you're looking for practical ways to put God first in your health and everyday life, start with my free guide: Putting God First in Your Health & Everyday Life Listen or Watch Go To God First Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube All Podcast Episodes Connect with Me Newsletter Website Instagram  Facebook  YouTube Disclaimer: This episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for individualized medical advice. Talk with your qualified healthcare professional about your symptoms, medical history, lab testing, medications, and treatment options.

  5. Sep 1

    When You're Not Okay: How to Find Strength in God

    Are you tired of saying everything is okay when it's not? Are you showing up, doing what needs to be done, but crumbling inside? Friend, I've been there. I recently went through something traumatic that shook me deeply, and I realized I couldn't just keep pushing through. My "suck it up" broke. And maybe it needed to. In this very personal episode of Living God's Way, I'm sharing why I changed my mind about hormones and what God is teaching me about what it really means to be strong. Because strength isn't about proving how much you can handle. Strength is knowing where your strength comes from. In This Episode Why I changed my mind about hormone replacement therapy after six years The comment on my gym selfie that makes me laugh now How a difficult season affected my sleep and changed my perspective Why Gen X women may need to rethink the "suck it up" mentality The difference between worldly strength, self-reliance, and godly strength What I'm learning about estrogen, progesterone, menopause, and HRT Why lifting weights and maintaining muscle matter as we age The importance of protein, whole foods, sleep, and caring for your body Why asking for help and advocating for your health are not signs of weakness What God is teaching me about depending on Him when I don't feel strong Important: I'm sharing my personal experience, not giving medical advice. Hormone therapy has benefits and risks that vary by individual. Please talk with a qualified healthcare professional about your symptoms, health history, and whether HRT or other treatment options may be appropriate for you. And stay tuned because I'll also be talking with Dr. Tabatha Barber about menopause and hormones so we can go deeper into the medical side of this conversation. Scriptures Psalm 46:1 NKJV "God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble." Matthew 11:28 NKJV "Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." 2 Corinthians 12:9 NKJV "My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness." Proverbs 31:25 NKJV "Strength and honor are her clothing; She shall rejoice in time to come." Psalm 92:14 NKJV "They shall still bear fruit in old age; They shall be fresh and flourishing." Related Episodes Menopause for Christian Women: Symptoms, Support, and Solutions – Part 1 Life Update: Hormones, Birthdays, Milestones, and Jesus at the Center of It All! 5 Ways to Feel Like Yourself Again in Menopause Resources Fit God's Way If you're ready to stop following the world's confusing messages about health and learn how to care for your body God's way, Fit God's Way will help you put God first, renew your mind, nourish your body, make fitness holy, and build habits that last. JOIN HERE Stay Connected Join my newsletter for biblical encouragement, new podcast episodes, resources, and practical ways to help you know your worth, get healthier in your mind and body, and thrive in your God-given purpose. Join For Free Here If this episode spoke to your heart today, please share it with a friend who needs that same Christian lifestyle encouragement. You can also help me reach more women by leaving a five-star review on Apple or Spotify. Every review helps someone else find hope, healing, and strength in Jesus. Remember You are called, chosen, and set apart — and you were made to live God's way. With so much love,  Kim Dolan Leto New here? If you're looking for practical ways to put God first in your health and everyday life, start with my free guide: Putting God First in Your Health & Everyday Life Listen or Watch Living God's Way Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube All Podcast Episodes Connect with Me Newsletter Website Instagram  Facebook  YouTube

  6. Aug 18

    Answering Your 3 Biggest Questions About Dieting, Aging & Anxiety

    Are the world's messages about dieting, aging, and anxiety getting louder than God's truth? Hi friend! In today's episode, we're talking about diet culture, aging, anxiety, faith, and health and how to stop letting the world's voice become louder than God's. I'm also sharing what I've learned through my own hormone journey and why experiencing anxiety doesn't automatically mean you aren't trusting God. If you're tired of chasing diets and fitness trends, struggling with getting older, or wondering how your faith fits into anxiety and your mental and physical health, this episode is for you. IN THIS EPISODE Why Christian women can still get pulled back into diet culture and quick fixes What to do when social media makes you question your health and fitness choices How to stop chasing diets and start putting God first in your health How to deal with getting older in a culture obsessed with youth What the Bible says about aging, worth, and flourishing as you get older What my hormone journey has taught me about anxiety Why you can trust God and still experience anxious feelings Practical ways to bring your thoughts back to truth SCRIPTURES Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Psalm 92:14, Philippians 4:6–8, 1 Corinthians 2:16 MORE BIBLICAL TRUTH FOR YOUR TRANSFORMATION Ready to stop the diet cycle? Listen next: Why Diets Keep Failing Christian Weight Loss  Struggling with getting older and your worth? Listen next: 5 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self  Dealing with anxiety? Listen next: 8 Bible Verses Every Christian Woman Needs to Know for Anxiety  READY TO STOP DOING HEALTH & FITNESS THE WORLD'S WAY? If you're tired of diets, extremes, and starting over, Fit God's Way will help you put God first in your health and fitness and build habits you can actually live. Inside the course, I'll help you change the way you approach your mindset, food, fitness, and habits so you can stop chasing the world's answers and learn how to do this with God. Join Fit God's Way →  ALREADY A FIT GOD'S WAY STUDENT? If you know what to do but want help staying accountable and putting it into practice, join me for Fit God's Way Live Monthly Coaching. Once a month, bring me your questions and join me live for coaching, accountability, Q&A, and prayer. Join Live Monthly Coaching →  RESOURCE MENTIONED My Instagram Post About Aging The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery by Dr. Lee Warren STAY CONNECTED Every Tuesday, I send my best Bible-meets-real-life encouragement to thousands of women around the world to help you navigate the real things we face as women and live God's way. Join my free newsletter →  Remember, you are called, chosen, and set apart, and you were made to live God's way. With so much love, Kim Dolan Leto

  7. Aug 11

    Not Seeing Results? God Showed Me Why

    Have you ever felt like you're working so hard... but nothing seems to be changing? Maybe you're eating healthier, really trying, praying for breakthrough, yet you're discouraged because you're not seeing the results you hoped for. If that's you, this episode will give you a whole new perspective. In This Episode You'll learn: Why lasting transformation begins long before you see physical results. The five stages of a home renovation and how they mirror your faith and health journey. Why setbacks don't mean God has stopped working. How to trust God's process instead of giving up. The biblical foundation for lasting transformation from the inside out. Scriptures Psalm 127:1, Habakkuk 2:2, Luke 14:28, Hebrews 10:23, Colossians 2:6-7 More Biblical Truth for Your Transformation If today's episode encouraged you, listen next to: 8 Bible Verses for Anxiety Every Christian Woman Needs to Know: https://kimdolanleto.com/podcast/8-bible-verses-for-anxiety-every-christian-woman-needs/ 7 Ways To Put God First in Your Health: https://kimdolanleto.com/podcast/7-ways-to-put-god-first-in-your-health/ 3 Things I'd Do Dfferently If I Was Starting My Fitness Journey Today: https://kimdolanleto.com/podcast/starting-my-fitness-journey/ ✨ Ready to Stop Dieting and Live Fit and Healthy God's Way? If you're tired of starting over every Monday, feeling frustrated with diets, or believing your worth depends on the number on the scale, Fit God's Way was created for you. Fit God's Way is my 6-step, bible-based transformation to help you: Put God first in your health and fitness  Renew your mind with Scripture Find your identity and worth in Christ Break free from the diet cycle and create a healthy relationship with food Honor God with your body as an act of worship Learn How to be consistent in Christ and quit-quitting This isn't another diet or fitness program. It's a Christ-centered path to lasting transformation from the inside out. Learn more and join Fit God's Way: https://kimdolanleto.com/fit-gods-way-course If this episode spoke to your heart today, please share it with a friend who needs that same Christian lifestyle encouragement. You can also help me reach more women by leaving a five-star review on Apple or Spotify. Every review helps someone else find hope, healing, and strength in Jesus. Remember You are called, chosen, and set apart — and you were made to live God's way. With love in Christ, Kim Dolan Leto New here? If you're looking for practical ways to put God first in your health and everyday life, start with my free guide: Putting God First in Your Health & Everyday Life Listen or Watch Living God's Way Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube All Podcast Episodes Connect with Me Newsletter Website Instagram  Facebook  YouTube

  8. Aug 4

    How to Stop Doubting & Start Believing God

    Have you ever found yourself thinking, "God, I know You can... but are You going to?" If you've been waiting on an answer, believing for a breakthrough, or wondering if God is still working, I pray this message encourages your faith today. In This Episode You'll learn: How to stop letting doubt hold you back. What bold, biblical faith really looks like. Why faith always leads to action. Powerful lessons from women in the Bible who trusted God. Practical ways to strengthen your faith and believe God over your circumstances. More Biblical Truth for Your Transformation If today's episode encouraged you, listen next to: How to Memorize Scripture: 5 Easy Ways (Plus 10 Bible Verses Every Christian Woman Should Know) https://kimdolanleto.com/podcast/how-to-memorize-scripture/ The Day I Realized Freedom Was Never About My Body https://kimdolanleto.com/podcast/freedom-was-never-about-my-body/ How to Hear From God https://kimdolanleto.com/podcast/hearing-god-brandie-barclay/ If this episode spoke to your heart today, please share it with a friend who needs that same Christian encouragement. You can also help me reach more women by leaving a five-star review on Apple or Spotify. Every review helps someone else find hope, healing, and strength in Jesus. Remember You are called, chosen, and set apart — and you were made to live God's way. With so much love,  Kim Dolan Leto New here? If you're looking for practical ways to put God first in your health and everyday life, start with my free guide: Putting God First in Your Health & Everyday Life Listen or Watch Living God's Way Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube All Podcast Episodes Connect with Me Newsletter Website Instagram  Facebook  YouTube

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Real Life. His Truth. Your Next Step. You love God, but when real life hits, do you ever find yourself looking everywhere else for answers before going to Him? Maybe you're overwhelmed, struggling with your thoughts, questioning your worth, or wondering what God wants you to do next. You want to trust Him, but you also want to know what His Word says about what you're facing and how to live it. Welcome to Go to God First with Kim Dolan Leto, the podcast that helps Christian women understand God's Word, apply it to their everyday lives, and take their next step with Him. Through biblical teaching, honest conversations, and practical encouragement, we'll talk about renewing your mind, knowing your worth in Christ, trusting God through difficult seasons, caring for your health, navigating relationships, and living your God-given purpose. I'm Kim Dolan Leto, bestselling author, Christian life coach, speaker, and your host. I know what it's like to look to the world for answers, worth, and direction. God transformed my life when I learned to bring every area of it back to Him, and today I'm passionate about helping women do the same. With millions of podcast downloads, nearly 1,000 five-star reviews, and appearances on The 700 Club, CBN, TBN, FOX, ESPN, and Jesus Calling, I've had the privilege of sharing this message with women around the world. Whatever you're facing, go to God first. Get in His Word, follow His truth, and take your next step with Him. Hit follow, grab your Bible, and let's do this together. With so much love in Christ, Kim Dolan Leto ★ START HERE Free Guide: Put God First in Your Health & Everyday Life https://kimdolanleto.com/start Fit God's Way Course: Join over 14,000 women and learn the 6-step biblical framework to get healthy God's way. https://kimdolanleto.com Living God's Way Mentorship: Stop struggling in your own strength and learn to live Spirit-led. https://kimdolanleto.com ★ CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://kimdolanleto.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/kimdolanleto

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    Kim Dolan Leto | Bestselling Author, Christian Speaker & Podcast Host
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