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Jenni Jenni - who can I turn to is a podcast where real-life meets faith. Join me as I share the honest journey of a Christian woman striving to live out who God calls her to be. From navigating relationships and challenges to embracing joy and purpose, this show offers heartfelt conversations, personal stories, and biblical insights. If you’re seeking encouragement, relatable moments, or a reminder that you’re not alone in this walk, tune in and let’s turn together to the One who guides us every step of the way.

  1. 3d ago

    The Awe of God

    THE AWE OF GOD Chapters 1 & 2 ~ Podcast Notes MAIN MESSAGE The fear of God isn’t terror ~ it’s deep reverence, honor, and awe that changes how we live, think, and make decisions. CHAPTER 1 ~ GOD’S TREASURE The Fear of the Lord Is a Treasure Draws us closer to GodGives wisdom and perspectiveReminds us of God’s holiness and authorityLeads us toward obedienceWisdomObedienceDiscernmentHumilityHolinessFreedom from people-pleasingDeeper intimacy with God Solomon’s Story Solomon started with wisdom and a heart for God, but gradually drifted through compromise. Starting well doesn’t guarantee finishing well. Key thought: We protect our relationship with God by continuing to honor Him. Ask Yourself: What do I treasure most? What sits on the throne?CHAPTER 2 ~ CONTRASTING FEARS Not All Fear Is the Same Fear of people: “What will they think? Will they reject me? Will they be angry?” Fear of God: “Does this honor God? What does His Word say? Am I choosing God’s approval over people’s?” Key Question: Who has the loudest voice in my decisions ~ God or people? Unhealthy Fear: “I messed up, so I need to hide from God.” Holy Fear: “I messed up, so I need to run to God.” Holy fear makes us humble and draws us closer to Him. WHAT THE AWE OF GOD PRODUCES WisdomObedienceDiscernmentHumilityHolinessFreedom from people-pleasingDeeper intimacy with God REAL-LIFE APPLICATION Relationships Am I making decisions based on God’s direction or someone’s reaction? Work Do I compromise when nobody is watching? God sees what people don’t see. Integrity isn’t about being watched ~ it’s about knowing Who is watching. Words Would I speak differently if I were more aware of God’s presence? Private Life Who am I when nobody else is around? The awe of God brings our private and public lives into alignment.KEY TAKEAWAYS Fear → Awe People’s approval → God’s approval Compromise → Obedience Hiding → Drawing near Self-rule → SurrenderQUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION1. What does the fear of God mean to me? 2. What do I treasure most? 3. Where does fear of people influence my decisions? 4. Where might I be compromising for someone’s approval? 5. Am I more concerned with being liked or being obedient? 6. What area of my life needs greater reverence for God? 7. What would change if I lived every day aware of God’s presence? CLOSING THOUGHT The awe of God isn’t about being terrified of Him. It’s recognizing: He is holy. He is worthy. He sees us. He knows us. He loves us. “If I truly stood in awe of God, what would I change today?” Don’t just answer the question. Let the answer become your next step. RESOURCES: To get the book: ⁠Awe of God on Amazon⁠ YouTube videos: ⁠Awe of God study videos⁠

  2. Aug 20

    When the Miracle Doesn't Make Sense

    This week's Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8–37 What happens when God gives you something you've prayed for-and then you lose it? This week, Jenni and Kim walk through the powerful story of the Shunammite woman, Elisha, and the son God gave her. She made room for God's servant. She received an unexpected blessing. She experienced devastating loss. And when everything fell apart, she knew exactly where to turn. She went to God. Her story reminds us that faith isn't pretending we're okay when we're hurting. Faith is bringing our hurt, confusion, questions, and grief to the One who can handle all of it. One of the most striking moments comes when she says: "It is well." But her circumstances weren't well. Her son had died. She was heartbroken. And yet, she continued toward God. This raises an important question for all of us: Can we trust God when we don't understand God? In this episode, we talk about: • Making room for God in our everyday lives .• Trusting God with the desires of our hearts. • What happens when God's blessings become sources of fear or pain. • Turning toward God instead of running away when life falls apart. • The difference between faith and pretending everything is okay. • Persistent prayer when we don't have answers. • Why faith doesn't mean God will always give us the outcome we want. • The hope we have in a God who holds life and death in His hands. • What this Old Testament story points us toward through Jesus. 1 Kings 17:17-24 2 Kings 4:8-37 2 Kings 8:1-6 Psalm 46:1 "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." When life doesn't make sense, where are you turning? Maybe you don't have the answers today. Maybe you're carrying disappointment, grief, fear, or something you don't understand. You don't have to have it all figured out. Just know where to turn. Turn toward God. If this episode encourages you, share it with someone who may need the reminder that God is still there-even in the middle of the things we don't understand. Jenni Jenni - Who Can I Turn To? Real talks. Honest hearts.Faith | Grace | Authenticity

  3. Aug 13

    Submitting to God & Our Appointed (Spiritual) Leaders

    This week, Jenni and Kim discuss what Scripture teaches about submitting to God and respecting those in authority. This isn't a political conversation; it's a biblical one. Jenni shares a thought-provoking video of a young boy asking his mother why God allows bad leaders to rule. The discussion leads to Romans 13, King Saul, Proverbs 21:1, and the reminder that God remains sovereign over every ruler and every generation. Together we explore: • Why Christians are called to pray for leaders.• What biblical submission really means.• Trusting God's sovereignty even when we don't understand.• Finding peace in Christ in every situation... Kim's Scriptures From today's episode -1 Corinthians 4:16 "Wherefore I beseech you, be ye followers of me." 1 Corinthians 5:6 "Your glorying is not good. Know ye not that a little leaven leaveneth the whole lump?" 1 Corinthians 10:9 "Neither let us tempt Christ, as some of them also tempted, and were destroyed of serpents." James 4:7–8 "Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you…" Hebrews 13:17 "Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account…" James 1:8 "A double minded man is unstable in all his ways." Matthew 6:24 "No man can serve two masters…" Hebrews 13:20–21 God is described as the God of peace, who equips His people "to do his will," working in them what is pleasing to Him through Jesus Christ. Ephesians 4:11–12 Christ gave apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers "for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ." Ephesians 5:10 "Proving what is acceptable unto the Lord." Ephesians 5:17 "Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is." Ephesians 5:21 "Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God." Jeremiah 17:9 "The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?" Luke 22:42 Jesus prayed in the garden: "Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done." Matthew 26:39 "O my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me: nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt." Mark 14:36"Abba, Father, all things are possible unto thee; take away this cup from me: nevertheless not what I will, but what thou wilt." The three Gospel accounts together are particularly powerful: Jesus did not deny what He was feeling; He surrendered what He wanted. There is actually a very clear thread running through these Scriptures: God → His will → surrender → spiritual maturity → godly leadership → submission → obedience → accountability. And I think the three passages from Jesus in Luke 22:42, Matthew 26:39, and Mark 14:36 are the heart of the entire list: "Not my will, but thine, be done." Biblical submission isn't simply "do what someone else tells you." The deeper issue is whose will is ultimately governing your life. James says submit to God first.Jesus demonstrates what that looks like.Ephesians says to understand the Lord's will.Hebrews addresses submission to spiritual leaders.1 Timothy explains what qualified leadership should look like.Numbers 16 shows the danger of rebelliousness against God-established authority.Jeremiah 17:9 reminds us that our own hearts aren't always a reliable guide. Our responsibility is to trust God, pray faithfully, obey His Word, and remember that He alone is King. Am I praying for my leaders?Is my peace based on people or on Christ?How can I demonstrate trust in God's sovereignty this week?To dive deep into the Word, pray about joining BSF this next round. You can do so by going to joinbsf.org.

  4. Aug 6

    Am I a Grumbling Israelite?

    Episode: Am I a Grumbling Israelite? When the wilderness reveals what's happening in our hearts Key Scripture: Exodus 14:14, “The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” Sometimes it looks like…  self-awareness → surrender → transformation Have you ever heard the phrase, "Am I the drama?" It's funny... but every once in a while it's actually a healthy question. Sometimes we need to stop and ask, "Am I contributing to what's happening?" As I was thinking about that, another question came to mind: Am I a grumbling Israelite? Because if we're honest, the Israelites' story often sounds a lot like ours. God provides. God delivers. God opens doors. And then life gets uncomfortable... ...and the grumbling begins. So today isn't about shame; it's about a heart check. Not, "Who's wrong?" But, "Lord... what's happening in my heart?" The Israelites had just watched God deliver them from Egypt. Then they stood at the Red Sea with Pharaoh's army behind them. Instead of remembering God's faithfulness, fear took over. They complained. And Moses answered with one of the most comforting verses in Scripture: Exodus 14:14 "The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still." Sometimes our greatest battle isn't what's in front of us... It's what's happening inside of us. When I find myself frustrated, discouraged, or complaining, these are the questions I want to ask. Psalm 139:23–24 "Search me, God, and know my heart..." Instead of asking, "Why is everyone else doing this?" Maybe I should first ask, "God... what's happening in my heart?" Matthew 12:34 "Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks." Whatever is inside eventually comes out. When pressure comes... What's coming out of me? Complaining? Fear? Anger? Or trust? Galatians 5:22–23 The fruit of the Spirit is love... Joy... Peace... Patience... Kindness... Goodness... Faithfulness... Gentleness... Self-control. When life squeezes me... Does my response look like the Holy Spirit? Philippians 2:14 "Do everything without grumbling or arguing." There's a difference between being honest with God... and constantly complaining about what God is doing. The Israelites were in a real wilderness... But their grumbling revealed a deeper trust issue. Proverbs 3:5–6 "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding..." Am I trusting God... or leaning on my own understanding? Sometimes what God is doing doesn't make sense in the moment. Faith means trusting Him anyway. Exodus 14:14 "The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still." Being still doesn't mean doing nothing. It means I stop trying to control everything. I stop fighting battles God never asked me to fight. I surrender. And I trust Him to do what only He can do. Kim brings another important perspective: sometimes the wilderness isn't simply about what we're going through-it's about what God is producing in us while we're going through it. Maybe you've been asking God to change your circumstances... when He's gently trying to change your heart. If you find yourself being the drama in your life, grumbling and complaining… Maybe ask: Lord, search me. Reveal what's in my heart. Examine my fruit. Show me where I'm grumbling. Teach me to trust. Help me be still. Because the wilderness isn't always punishment. Sometimes it's where God transforms us. Kim's Scripture Notes The Book of ExodusJames 5:11 - PerseveranceJob 1:21–22 - Trust in LossPsalm 11:4 - God Is Still on the ThroneMatthew 6:25- 34 - Worry & ProvisionRomans 5:3 - Suffering Produces PerseveranceThe wilderness doesn't necessarily mean God has abandoned you. Sometimes it's where He reveals what needs to be surrendered. What needs to be healed. What needs to be trusted. What needs to change. So before you ask: Pause. And when you don't know what to do next, remember: “The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.”🎙️ Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

  5. Jul 30

    The Fruit of Obedience: When Consequences Become God's Classroom

    Episode Show Notes: The Fruit of Obedience: When Consequences Become God's Classroom Guests: Kim Hill & Sun'Sei'A'Rei' Santiago Have you ever walked through a difficult season and immediately thought, "The enemy must be attacking me?" Sometimes that's true. But sometimes the hardships we experience aren't spiritual attacks-they're the natural consequences of our own choices. The wonderful news is that God doesn't waste our consequences. In this heartfelt conversation, Jenni, Kim, and Sun'Sei'A'Rei' explore how God, as a loving Father, uses even our hardest seasons to shape our character, deepen our faith, and produce fruit that could grow no other way. This episode isn't about shame or condemnation. It's about grace, redemption, and discovering that obedience isn't about restriction-it's about freedom. The difference between God's discipline and punishment Why consequences can become some of our greatest teachers How to discern spiritual warfare from the results of our own decisions The biblical principle of sowing and reaping Why God doesn't waste painful seasons How obedience leads to freedom, peace, and spiritual maturity Personal stories of redemption from Jenni, Kim, and Sun'Sei'A'Rei' Galatians 6:7–9 Hebrews 12:5–11 Proverbs 19:3 James 1:2–4 Romans 8:28 John 14:15 Deuteronomy 30:19–20 Psalm 119:105 1 John 1:9 Proverbs 3:5–6 Am I facing spiritual warfare, or am I experiencing the consequences of my own choices? What has God been trying to teach me during this difficult season? Is there an area of my life where He's inviting me into greater obedience? What fruit has grown from a season I once wished had never happened? What step of obedience is God asking me to take today? Every one of us has regrets. Every one of us has made decisions we wish we could undo. The Gospel isn't the promise that God removes every consequence. It's the promise that He walks with us through them and redeems them for His glory and our good. The places that once held pain can become the places where God grows the sweetest fruit. Don't lose heart. Keep trusting. Keep obeying. The harvest is coming. "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." - Galatians 6:9 Kim’s Notes- Joshua 7 - Joshua 22:201 Chronicles 2:7 - Achan (disobedience, coveting) Numbers 16 - Korah & all the leaders rebel(rebellion, pride, envy) Proverbs + James - God’s instruction for practical living Romans Chapter 1 - Listing of sin Galatians Chapter 5 - Listing of sin A few notes: The name appears to be Achan (not “Adhan”), which matches Joshua 7, Joshua 22:20, and 1 Chronicles 2:7. The parenthetical words under Korah read as ”(rebellion, pride, envy)”. The last word is a little difficult to read, but it appears to be envy. In This EpisodeKey ScripturesReflection QuestionsFinal Encouragement

  6. Jul 23

    Tithing: A Matter of the Heart

    Jenni, Jenni… Who Can I Turn To?Episode: Tithing: A Matter of the Heart When you hear the word tithing, what comes to mind? For many people, it's discomfort, skepticism, guilt, or even wounds from past church experiences. If that's you, you're not alone. In today's episode, Jenni shares her own journey from resisting conversations about money to discovering that tithing was never really about finances,it was about trust. Together, Jenni and Kim explore what Scripture teaches about stewardship, generosity, and surrender. Rather than focusing on obligation, this conversation invites you to consider what it looks like to trust God with every area of your life. Jenni's personal story of resisting tithing before surrendering her life to Christ.Kim shares how she is so thankful for the example her parents gave to her regarding tithing and how God would not let her shy away from this topic. Why money often reveals deeper issues of trust, control, and security. What the Bible teaches about tithing in both the Old and New Testaments. The difference between giving out of obligation and giving with a cheerful heart. How generosity becomes an act of worship and dependence on God. Why obedience deserves its own conversation, and how our finances often reveal the condition of our hearts. Matthew 6:21 Matthew 6:24 Malachi 3:8–10 Proverbs 3:9–10 2 Corinthians 9:6–7 1 Corinthians 16:2 Genesis 14:18–20 Leviticus 27:30–33 Deuteronomy 12:6–7 Hebrews 7:1–9 2 Chronicles 31:1–12 Exodus 35–36 Numbers 18:20–26 Deuteronomy 14:29 Psalm 24:1 Proverbs 3:5–6 What emotions come up when you hear the word tithing? Is your struggle really about money,or is it about trust? Is there an area of your life you've been hesitant to surrender to God? What would trusting God more deeply look like this week? Resoures discussed: Free Financial Freedom Course from Sandals Churchhttps://learn.sandalschurch.com/course/thrive-financial The Awe of God https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+awe+of+god+john+bevere+book&crid=3442BSZDH19DO&sprefix=the+awe+of%2Caps%2C243&ref=nb_sb_ss_p13n-expert-pd-ops-ranker_2_10 The Ocean That Separates Us - Anger Management Tools by Jenni Jackson https://www.amazon.com/Ocean-that-Separates-Us-Management-ebook/dp/B08HSMH5MT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=OJDQHOR5J975&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.opM813QBwgNjk9A1S4Ivyw.3HPRh4HS445gpH_an77eAG4ocevP3X7UYodCaDIrFw8&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+ocean+that+separates+us+jenni+jackson&qid=1784835405&sprefix=the+ocean+that+seperates+us+jenni+jackson%2Caps%2C213&sr=8-1 Every Day Peace - https://www.amazon.com/Every-Day-Peace-Jenni-Jackson/dp/1735749974/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3BN81TT57MDSU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8rCkCF8X04_ZGo713LTBKQ.yArTGMH8jy8qeOOK2viSzxq-lUYOgJcCM198bCCc3XQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=Every+Day+Peace+jenni+jackson&qid=1784835027&sprefix=every+day+peace+jenni+jackson%2Caps%2C204&sr=8-1 Also Mentioned: The Awe of God by John Bevere - The Awe of God The longer we walk with Jesus, the more we discover that He isn't after our money,He's after our hearts. Tithing isn't about what God wants from us. It's about what He wants for us: freedom from fear, freedom from control, and the joy of trusting the One who has always been faithful. If today's conversation encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could use this reminder. Until next Thursday… keep seeking Him, keep growing, and remember,you never have to walk alone. In This EpisodeKey ScripturesReflection QuestionsResources MentionedBooks by Jenni JacksonFinal Encouragement

  7. Jul 16

    The Wilderness: Where God Meets Us

    The wilderness isn't where God abandons us. It's often where He strips away distractions, teaches us dependence, and prepares us for what comes next. 1. Deuteronomy 8:2-3 - I started to hear His voice as I was turning 40. "Remember how the Lord your God led you all the way in the wilderness these forty years..." Reflection God was leading them, even when it didn't feel like progress. The wilderness reveals what is in our hearts. Sometimes God allows hunger so we learn He is our true source. Question What has your wilderness revealed about what you've been relying on besides God? 2. Hosea 2:14 "Therefore, I am now going to allure her; I will lead her into the wilderness and speak tenderly to her." Reflection Sometimes God brings us into quiet places so we can hear His voice again. Question When was the last time you sensed God speaking in the middle of your pain rather than after it? 3. Exodus 16:4 God provides manna one day at a time. Reflection The wilderness teaches daily dependence instead of long-term control. Questions Are you asking God for today's bread while worrying about next year's provision? What "manna" has God already given you that you've overlooked? 4. Isaiah 43:19 "See, I am doing a new thing..." Even deserts can become places of rivers. Questions Are you so focused on what you've lost that you're missing what God is creating? What new thing might God be inviting you into? 5. Psalm 63:1 David wrote this while in the wilderness. "My soul thirsts for you..." Reflection The wilderness exposes what we truly thirst for. Questions What have you been using to satisfy a thirst that only God can fill? What does your soul actually need today? 6. Matthew 4:1-11 Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness. Reflection Being in the wilderness doesn't mean you're outside God's will. The wilderness became the place where Jesus: resisted temptation affirmed His identity prepared for ministry Questions What lies are you being tempted to believe in your wilderness? How has your identity been challenged during difficult seasons? 7. James 1:2-4 Trials produce perseverance and maturity. Question Looking back, what strength has your hardest season produced that comfort never could? Maybe you're listening today and you're in a wilderness of grief, divorce, addiction, depression, loneliness, or uncertainty. If that's you, know this: the wilderness isn't the end of your story. Throughout Scripture, God meets people there. He provided manna in the wilderness. He spoke tenderly in the wilderness. Jesus overcame temptation in the wilderness. And often, the wilderness becomes the place where God prepares us for what comes next. Don't waste your wilderness. Let it become the place where you discover that God has been walking with you all along. Our prayer is for you to know you are not alone nor do you have to carry the weight of your wilderness alone.   A final question to leave listeners with: "If God is trying to teach you something in this wilderness season, are you fighting the journey, or are you listening for His voice?" YOU ARE LOVED!!

  8. Jul 9

    Who are you listening to when life falls apart?

    Who are you listening to when life falls apart? This week's episode of Jenni Jenni... Who Can I Turn To? Takes us to 2 Kings 5, where we meet Naaman, a powerful man who had everything... except healing. When desperation hit, he had a choice. He could cling to his pride or trust the unexpected voice God placed in his path. Sometimes the breakthrough we're praying for is waiting on the other side of humility and obedience.In this episode, we talk about: ✨ Who Naaman turned to ✨ The danger of pride and self-reliance ✨ Why God often uses unexpected people to lead us toward healing ✨ What it looks like to surrender instead of striving If you've been wondering who to turn to in this season, this conversation is for you. 🎙️ New episode available now. Listen, share with a friend, and let me know what spoke to your heart. #jennijenniwhocaniturnto #2kings5 #naaman #faith #christianpodcast #healing #obedience #humility #trustgod #biblestudy #christianencouragement #rhythmsofthesoul #godspeaks

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Jenni Jenni - who can I turn to is a podcast where real-life meets faith. Join me as I share the honest journey of a Christian woman striving to live out who God calls her to be. From navigating relationships and challenges to embracing joy and purpose, this show offers heartfelt conversations, personal stories, and biblical insights. If you’re seeking encouragement, relatable moments, or a reminder that you’re not alone in this walk, tune in and let’s turn together to the One who guides us every step of the way.

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