The Kingdom Table Podcast I Faith, Home & Business for the Christian Woman

Christi Ratcliff - Christian Life Coach, Leadership Coach, Identity Coach
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Welcome to The Kingdom Table. This podcast is for the Christian woman who wants to grow in her faith and honor God in every area of her life. Whether you're walking through a difficult season, building a business, raising a family, strengthening your marriage, managing your finances, or simply trying to stay grounded in your relationship with God, you'll find encouragement here. The first 41 episodes are all about identity, understanding who God says you are and learning to live from that truth. Because everything else in life flows from knowing who you are in Christ. Starting with Episode 42, the conversation opens up to the many parts of everyday life that matter to Christian women. We'll talk about faith, marriage, parenting, home, health, finances, business, purpose, and the challenges and opportunities that come with each season. Every episode includes a personal story, a biblical perspective, practical steps you can apply to your own life, and a prayer to help you stay connected to God along the way. My heart is simple: to help women grow in their faith, find freedom in who God created them to be, and build a life that reflects Him. I'm so glad you're here. There's a seat for you at The Kingdom Table.

  1. 5d ago

    57 | What Used to Work Doesn’t Work Anymore: Is Your Health Asking You to Look Deeper?

    There was a point when I realized something had changed: what used to work simply wasn't working anymore. I was eating right, working out, and doing everything I thought I was supposed to do, yet I was still exhausted, gaining weight, dealing with brain fog, and struggling with changes I didn't understand. For years, I thought I just needed more discipline. What I eventually learned was that I needed to look deeper. In this bonus episode of The Kingdom Table Podcast, I’m sharing what my own journey has taught me about women’s health, hormones, strength training, protein, aging, and caring for the body God gave us. I’m also talking about why health isn't separate from faith and why caring for your body can be part of biblical stewardship and worship. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why what worked in your 20s or 30s may not work the same way later in life Health as biblical stewardship, not vanity Hormonal changes, perimenopause, menopause, and the importance of understanding your symptoms Why your family history and genetics don't have to define your future What I learned from years of searching for answers and working with different doctors Why strength training becomes increasingly important as we age Protein, muscle, bone health, and supporting your future self Building simple, consistent health habits instead of chasing quick fixes Why being your own health advocate matters What Scripture says about caring for your body while keeping God at the center Scripture Mentioned 1 Corinthians 10:31 — “So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” 1 Timothy 4:7–8 — A reminder that bodily training has value, while training ourselves for godliness has lasting value. Your Next Step This week, take an honest look at your health. Where have you accepted the status quo? Where have you stopped asking questions? And what is one small step you can take toward better stewardship of your body? Start where you are. Walk. Move. Add strength training if appropriate. Pay attention to your nutrition. Find a healthcare provider who will listen and keep learning. There may not be a quick fix but small, faithful choices compound over time. Resources 5-Day RISE Reset: Comment TABLE on the episode post and I’ll send it to you, or visit christiratcliff.com/rise Kingdom Table Strategy Call: If you're doing all the right things but feel stuck and don't know where to start, we can look at the bigger picture together and identify your next step. christiratcliff.com/strategy-call Connect With Me The Kingdom Table Podcast:Faith, Home & Business for the Kingdom-Called Christian Woman Instagram: @christiratcliff Website: christiratcliff.com If this episode encouraged you, share it with another woman who may need the reminder that caring for her health is not separate from her faith. It can be part of how she faithfully stewards the life God has given her.

  2. Sep 22

    56 | Your Labs Are Fine… But You’re Not? What Women Need to Know About Health, Hormones & Root Causes | Faith, Home & Business for the Kingdom-Called Christian Woman

    Sometimes the hardest part of caring for your health isn't finding a doctor. It's knowing what to do when you're told everything is “fine” while you know something isn't right. In this episode of The Kingdom Table Podcast, I'm sharing more than twenty-five years of my own experience navigating thyroid health, hormones, stress, medication, symptoms, and a medical system that can sometimes focus on individual numbers instead of the whole woman. This conversation is for the Christian woman who wants to steward her health with wisdom, ask better questions, understand her body, and make informed decisions without putting her faith in either fear or a single answer. Most importantly, we'll look at what Scripture says about seeking wisdom and knowledge and how caring for the body God entrusted to us can be an act of faithfulness. In This Episode My personal journey with hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, stress, and years of being told, “Your labs are fine.” Why looking at symptoms and the whole body matters, not just one number on a lab report. What I learned from trusting one answer without asking enough questions. Why women can sometimes fall through the cracks of a healthcare system built around separate specialties. The importance of asking about root causes, additional testing, side effects, and what happens if you do nothing. Seven practical ways to become a more informed advocate for your own health. What Proverbs 18:13 and Proverbs 18:15 teach us about listening, wisdom, and seeking knowledge. Why health doesn't stay in the “health” category. It affects your marriage, home, energy, work, calling, and ability to serve. You are not a number. And being told that your labs are “normal” doesn't mean you have to stop asking why. Resources & Next Steps Get the free 5-Day Rise & Reset: Visit christiratcliff.com/rise You can also find this episode on Instagram and comment TABLE to have the resource sent to you. Kingdom Table Strategy Call: If you want support looking at the bigger picture of your life, health, home, and calling, you can book a Kingdom Table Strategy Call at https://www.christiratcliff.com/strategy-call Connect With Christi The Kingdom Table Podcast Faith, Home & Business for the Kingdom-Called Christian Woman Website: christiratcliff.com Instagram: @christiratcliff Podcast: The Kingdom Table Podcast Scripture Mentioned Proverbs 18:13 — A reminder to listen before answering. Proverbs 18:15 — A reminder that wise people seek knowledge.   A Note From Christi I'm not a doctor, and this episode is not medical advice. I'm sharing my own experience and the lessons I've learned so you can have better conversations with your healthcare providers and become a more informed steward of the body God has entrusted to you. You don't have to know everything. But you can ask the next question.

  3. Sep 1

    55 | How to Get Out of Debt & Stay Debt-Free | The Financial Tricks That Actually Worked

    Getting out of debt isn't just about having a better budget. Sometimes, it's about creating boundaries that make it easier to follow the plan when your old habits want to take over. When my family was $36,000 in credit card debt, I learned this firsthand. I used cash, separate accounts, visual reminders, sinking funds, accountability, and a very simple glass jar to help us change the way we handled money. And eighteen months later, we were debt-free. In this bonus episode of The Kingdom Table Podcast, I'm sharing the practical financial tricks that actually helped us get there and stay there for more than twenty years. This is about more than money. It's about biblical financial stewardship and learning to faithfully manage what God has placed in our hands as we build Faith, Home & Business for the Kingdom-Called Christian Woman. WHAT I'M SHARING IN THIS EPISODE Why I made my emergency fund harder to access How using cash helped me stop overspending Why sinking funds can keep predictable expenses from becoming emergencies How I used a refrigerator chart to make our $36,000 debt visible The simple glass jar that showed me I had avoided spending more than $7,000 Why we included our children in our debt-free journey How accountability helped us stay committed Why the weekly money check-in is essential for long-term financial freedom What Proverbs teaches us about storing, managing, and paying attention to what we have Most importantly, I'm sharing why getting out of debt wasn't just about changing our bank account. It changed us. FREE RESOURCE The Faithful Steward's Financial Reset If you're ready to take an honest look at your finances and start creating a plan for financial freedom, I've created a free eight-part guide to help you do exactly that. Get the free guide: christiratcliff.com/faithfulsteward You'll also receive early access to Personal Finance: From Struggling to Thriving, my upcoming workbook and video walkthroughs. CONNECT WITH CHRISTI Website: christiratcliff.com Instagram: @christiratcliff Podcast: The Kingdom Table Podcast   A NOTE FROM CHRISTI I'm not a licensed financial advisor, and this episode isn't a substitute for professional financial advice. I'm simply sharing what I personally lived through and what I've seen work with hundreds of people and couples I've coached. You don't have to do everything today. Pick one trick. Set it up. And let it work on you.       The Kingdom Table Podcast Faith, Home & Business for the Kingdom-Called Christian Woman

  4. Aug 25

    54 | What Does Financial Freedom Really Look Like? | Biblical Money Management & Financial Stewardship

    There was a season when being debt-free felt like the finish line. My husband and I had finally paid off $36,000 of debt. We were completely debt-free for the first time in our marriage. But I quickly realized something: the habits that helped me get out of debt didn't automatically disappear when the debt was gone. I was still second-guessing every purchase and white-knuckling every dollar. I had to learn that financial freedom isn't about being afraid to spend. It's about learning to steward money well. In Part Two of this financial stewardship series, I'm taking you from your honest numbers to a working budget, debt payoff plan, weekly money rhythm, sinking funds, emergency savings, and a sustainable approach to financial freedom. This is for the Christian woman who wants to manage money with wisdom, discipline, faith, and purpose, not fear. Because financial stewardship is part of living out Faith, Home & Business for the Kingdom-Called Christian Woman.   What Scripture Says We look at Hebrews 12:11 and Luke 16:10 to understand discipline, faithfulness, and stewardship. Good money management isn't simply about having more. It's about becoming more faithful with what God has already entrusted to you.   Your Next Steps Step 1: Name your financial freedom goal. Step 2: Choose your pace. Flexible, Focused, or Fearless. Step 3: Build your $1,000 buffer or begin building your three-to-six-month emergency fund if you're already debt-free. Step 4: Set one day each week for your financial check-in. Start with one honest week. Then do it again.   Free Resource: The Faithful Steward's Financial Reset Download The Faithful Steward's Financial Reset to work through your numbers with a practical worksheet. Get the free guide:  https://www.christiratcliff.com/faithfulsteward When you download it, you'll also be added to the early-access list for the full workbook coming this fall.   **Listen to Part 1 before this episode to complete the two-part financial reset process.** Previous Episode: 53 | Why Your Budget Keeps Failing: Christian Budgeting, Money Habits & Biblical Financial Stewardship   Connect With Christi Podcast: The Kingdom Table Podcast Instagram: @christiratcliffcoaching Website: Christi Ratcliff Coaching Strategy Call: https://www.christiratcliff.com/strategy-call

  5. Aug 18

    53 | Why Your Budget Keeps Failing: Christian Budgeting, Money Habits & Biblical Financial Stewardship

    IN THIS EPISODE I learned something about money the hard way: getting out of debt and changing the way you handle money are two different things. After eighteen months of working to get my family out of $36,000 of debt, I thought that final payment would feel like nothing but freedom. Instead, I was sitting there with a $1,000 payment in front of me, less than $200 left until payday, and a whole lot of fear. That moment taught me something I still see in financial coaching today: a budget can be mathematically correct and still fail because the behavior underneath it hasn't changed. WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP Proverbs 21:5 “The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.” For me, this verse points directly to the difference between intentional planning and impulsive decision-making. Being a faithful steward doesn't mean having the perfect financial plan. It means being willing to sit down, look at the truth, and make a thoughtful plan. Luke 14:28 “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won't you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it?” Jesus wasn't specifically teaching a budgeting system here, but the principle is clear: before we build, we count the cost. That applies to our finances, our homes, our businesses, our careers, and the lives we're building for the Kingdom. YOUR ACTION STEP THIS WEEK I'm not giving you a complicated assignment. I'm asking you to get honest. Step 1: Pull the last twelve months of your bank and credit card statements. Step 2: Categorize every expense. Don't skip the boring ones, the irregular ones, or the ones you'd rather not look at. Step 3: Calculate your true monthly average for each category, including quarterly and annual expenses. That's your starting point. You don't have to fix everything this week. You need to know where you actually are before you decide where you're going. And this is important: I'm not a licensed financial advisor, and this episode isn't intended to replace professional financial advice. I'm sharing from my own experience of getting out of debt and from what I've learned coaching other women through their finances. FREE RESOURCE The Faithful Steward's Financial Reset If you don't want to do this exercise on a blank piece of paper, I've created something to help. The Faithful Steward's Financial Reset is a free guide with worksheets to help you work through the financial reset we talked about in this episode. Use it as you pull your twelve months of statements, organize your spending, and begin getting clear about your current financial picture. Get the free guide here: https://www.christiratcliff.com/faithfulsteward When you download it, you'll also be added to the early-access list for the full workbook I'm building for the fall launch. CONNECT WITH CHRISTI Podcast: The Kingdom Table Podcast Instagram: @christiratcliffcoaching Website: www.christiratcliff.com Free Resource: The Faithful Steward's Financial Reset

  6. Aug 11

    52 | Can You Let Your Adult Kids Be Disappointed in You? | Faith, Home & Business for the Kingdom-Called Christian Woman

    Have you ever said yes to your adult children when you really needed to say no? Do you find yourself feeling guilty when your adult children are disappointed with you? Are you learning how to set healthy boundaries while still being a loving, supportive Christian mom?   In this episode, I’m talking about one of the harder parts of raising adult children: learning to let them be disappointed in you. I’m sharing a real conversation with a friend, what years of NASCAR pit-pass requests taught me about expectations and boundaries, and how those lessons changed the way I parent my adult children. We’ll talk about why disappointment isn't always a bad thing, how unspoken expectations create conflict, and why saying “no” can actually help our adult children grow in emotional maturity. I’ll also share what this looks like in my own home, what Scripture teaches us about raising and releasing our children, and three practical steps you can take this week to start having clearer, healthier conversations with your adult children. If you're a Christian woman navigating motherhood, family relationships, faith, home, and the responsibilities that come with your Kingdom calling, this conversation is for you.   RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED Kingdom Table Strategy Call One hour. One focus. Complete clarity around what's happening in your relationship and what you can do next. → https://www.christiratcliff.com/strategy-call Scriptures Mentioned: Proverbs 22:6 — Training and releasing our children to walk in the way they should go. 1 Corinthians 13:11 — Growing from childish ways into maturity. Hebrews 12:11 — Understanding that growth and discipline may be uncomfortable now but produce fruit later. Related Episode: Episode 48 — Are You Raising Chickens or Eagles?   CONNECT WITH ME & NEXT STEPS Podcast: The Kingdom Table Podcast Instagram: @ChristiRatcliffCoaching Website: www.christiratcliff.com Kingdom Table Strategy Call: → https://www.christiratcliff.com/strategy-call NEXT STEPS Step 1: Listen to this episode and identify one place where you may be saying yes simply because you're afraid of disappointing your adult child. Step 2: Get clear about your capacity. Think about what you can realistically give in this season—and what you can't. Step 3: Practice having the hard conversation. You can be loving, kind, and clear without taking responsibility for someone else's disappointment.   And remember: disappointing someone does not automatically mean you've failed them. Sometimes, saying no is part of helping the people we love grow.

  7. Aug 4

    51 | Who's Really First in Your Home? | Faith, Home & Business for the Kingdom-Called Christian Woman

    Before life became so busy, marriage came first. Children, work, responsibilities, and the daily business of life can slowly shift our priorities without us even realizing it. Before long, we're managing a household instead of nurturing the covenant God established first. In this episode of The Kingdom Table, I share one of the hardest seasons in my own marriage and how God used financial hardship to reveal something much deeper than money. This conversation is about restoring biblical priorities, strengthening Christian marriage, and building a home that reflects God's design. If you're a Kingdom-called Christian woman who desires to honor God through your faith, your home, your marriage, and even your business, this episode is for you. You'll hear the honest story of how financial crisis exposed deeper issues in my own heart, how God began transforming my marriage long before our circumstances changed, and why true partnership starts with taking responsibility for our own part first. We'll also talk about: Why children should never become the emotional center of the home The difference between managing a household and building a biblical marriage How parenting can unintentionally pull couples apart Why marriage is a covenant—not just another responsibility to manage What Scripture teaches about becoming one flesh The power of repentance, humility, and partnership Four practical conversation starters every married couple should have How investing in your marriage strengthens every other area of your life—including your family, leadership, and Kingdom calling Scriptures Mentioned Genesis 2:24 "Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh." Ecclesiastes 4:9–12 "Two are better than one... Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken." Resources Mentioned 📖 The Power of a Praying Wife by Stormie Omartian 💛 Kingdom Intensive Four coaching sessions over thirty days designed to help you go deep into one pillar of your life and build a stronger biblical foundation. ➡️ Booking Link: https://www.christiratcliff.com/kingdom-intensive Connect With Christi 🌿 Podcast: The Kingdom Table Podcast 🌿 Website: https://www.christiratcliff.com 🌿 Instagram: @christiratcliff Next Steps Step 1 Share this episode with another wife who may need encouragement to strengthen her marriage and build her home on God's foundation. Step 2 Join The Reclaimed Woman Collective, a community of Kingdom-called Christian women pursuing biblical growth in their faith, home, marriage, and purpose. Step 3 If you're ready for deeper transformation, book a Kingdom Intensive and spend thirty days focusing on one pillar that needs intentional growth.

  8. Jul 28

    50 | Your Body Is Not Your Own: How Faith, Home & Business Shape Health for the Kingdom-Called Christian Woman

    There comes a moment when we realize our health isn't just about looking better or feeling better. It's about being available for what God has called us to do. As Kingdom women, we're called to faithfully steward every area of our lives: our faith, our home, our business, our finances, our relationships... and yes, even our bodies. In this milestone 50th episode of The Kingdom Table, we're talking about Health as Stewardship, the sixth pillar in our series Faith, Home & Business for the Kingdom-Called Christian Woman. This isn't about chasing perfection or following the latest health trend. It's about renewing our minds and understanding that our bodies belong to God. When we care for them well, we're better equipped to serve our families, fulfill our calling, build Kingdom businesses, and stay faithful to the mission He's given us.   In this episode, you'll learn: Why your body is a gift God has entrusted you to steward—not own. What Scripture really means when it says your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. The two unhealthy extremes that turn our bodies into idols. Why biblical stewardship is different from vanity or self-neglect. How food becomes fuel for your Kingdom calling. The three daily habits that build long-term health: nutrition, sleep, and movement. Why strength training matters, especially for women. How to become an active advocate for your own health instead of a passive patient. The importance of asking questions, doing research, and partnering wisely with healthcare providers. How a healthy body supports your faith, your home, your business, and every assignment God has placed in your hands. Connect with Me Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Podbean | Christi Ratcliff Coaching Website Instagram: @christiratcliff Website: https://www.christiratcliff.com   Next Steps ✔ Book your Kingdom Table Strategy Call if you're ready to steward every area of your life with greater intention. ✔ Subscribe to The Kingdom Table Podcast so you don't miss next week's finale of the Seven Pillars series: Building for the Kingdom. ✔ Share this episode with another Kingdom woman who needs encouragement to steward her health, her home, and her calling with biblical wisdom.

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Welcome to The Kingdom Table. This podcast is for the Christian woman who wants to grow in her faith and honor God in every area of her life. Whether you're walking through a difficult season, building a business, raising a family, strengthening your marriage, managing your finances, or simply trying to stay grounded in your relationship with God, you'll find encouragement here. The first 41 episodes are all about identity, understanding who God says you are and learning to live from that truth. Because everything else in life flows from knowing who you are in Christ. Starting with Episode 42, the conversation opens up to the many parts of everyday life that matter to Christian women. We'll talk about faith, marriage, parenting, home, health, finances, business, purpose, and the challenges and opportunities that come with each season. Every episode includes a personal story, a biblical perspective, practical steps you can apply to your own life, and a prayer to help you stay connected to God along the way. My heart is simple: to help women grow in their faith, find freedom in who God created them to be, and build a life that reflects Him. I'm so glad you're here. There's a seat for you at The Kingdom Table.

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