Woman of Faith

Woman of Faith
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Hosted by award-winning author and executive coach Nancy Ruffin, The Woman of Faith Podcast is your go-to source for inspiration, encouragement, and faith-filled wisdom. Each week, we share authentic stories of remarkable women who’ve harnessed the power of faith to overcome challenges, break barriers, and achieve their dreams. With relatable conversations, actionable tips, and practical resources, this podcast equips you to boldly live the life you were created for and elevate your skills, business, and purpose. Tune in, subscribe, and step into your God-given calling today!

  1. 5d ago

    Ep 604 God, You Want Me to Give THEM Grace? Mercy for the People I'd Rather Avoid

    We’re grateful for God’s grace, but what happens when He asks us to extend it to someone who hurt us? In this episode of Woman of Faith, I’m reflecting on Pastor Dave’s message about Zacchaeus and the uncomfortable realization that Jesus is still pursuing the people we’ve written off. I’m sharing where this challenges my own heart, why grace can coexist with boundaries, and three practical ways to begin extending mercy when forgiveness feels hard. Plus, a little life update: recovering from pneumonia, missing the gym, and joining my church’s prayer team. If you’ve ever thought, “God, after what they did?” this conversation is for you.

  2. Oct 19

    Ep 603 Who Are You Without the Titles? Finding Your Identity in Christ

    Who are you when you take away your titles, accomplishments, and everything you do for everyone else? In this episode of Woman of Faith, Nancy explores identity in Christ and the labels that keep us caught in comparison, perfectionism, and the pressure to prove ourselves. Through Scripture and personal reflection, Nancy shares three takeaways to help you examine how your identity was formed, receive what God says about you, and let that truth shape your everyday choices. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re enough or struggled to give yourself grace, this conversation is for you. Tune in, bring an open heart, and share it with a woman who needs the reminder that her worth runs deeper than her performance.

  3. Oct 5

    Ep 602 Trusting God When Life Falls Apart

    How do you trust God when the life you prayed for begins to fall apart? In this episode of Woman of Faith, Nancy shares her deeply personal journey through fertility treatments, the joy of her first pregnancy, and the heartbreak of miscarriage. With honesty about her grief and anger at God, she reflects on what it means to keep reaching for Him when His plans feel impossible to understand. Whether you’re navigating loss, a struggling marriage, financial uncertainty, or an unexpected diagnosis, this conversation offers space for your questions and encouragement for your faith. Nancy shares three practical ways to hold on in difficult seasons. You don’t have to pretend you’re okay. You can trust God while you’re still grieving and still asking why. Listen and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today.

  4. Sep 28

    Ep 601 Created to Create: How to Use Your God-Given Gifts Without Making Them Your Identity

    What if the very thing God called you to build became the thing you started bowing to? We were created by a Creator—and I believe that means we were created to create. To build businesses, raise families, lead teams, write books, solve problems, pursue ideas, and use the gifts God placed inside of us. But there’s a tension we don’t talk about enough: How do we pursue purpose, success, and ambition without allowing what we build to become our identity or our idol? In this season-opening episode of Woman of Faith, I’m back after a brief hiatus and sharing what God has been showing me about purpose, stewardship, calling, success, and the gifts already in our hands. We’ll talk about why your career isn’t your identity, why even a God-given calling can become an idol, and why sometimes we need to stop asking God, “What’s next?” and start asking, “What am I doing with what You’ve already given me?” I’m also sharing why I’m returning to writing after neglecting it for the past few years and what that has taught me about stewarding my own gifts. If you’ve ever wondered what God is calling you to do, struggled with tying your worth to what you accomplish, or felt the pull to return to something you once loved, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Build it. Grow it. Lead it. Create it. Just don’t bow to it. Listen now and if someone came to mind while you were listening, share this episode with her. Maybe this is the reminder she needs in this season.

  5. 11/26/2025

    Ep 506 You Can Be a Believer Before You Become a Follower: The Journey From Belief to Discipleship

    In this episode, I’m opening up about a truth many of us experience but rarely admit out loud: you can believe in Jesus long before you learn how to follow Him. For years, I believed in God, but I still lived life on my own terms. I convinced myself that His grace meant I could keep doing what I wanted while expecting Him to clean up the mess. I wasn’t rejecting God, I just wasn’t surrendering to Him. And if I’m honest, that’s where a lot of believers get stuck:we believe, but we don’t yet obey. In this episode, I share my own journey through that gap between belief and discipleship, and the hard, humbling, beautiful process God walked me through as He taught me how to follow Him. I talk about: ✨ The real difference between believing in Jesus and following Him✨ Why grace isn’t permission to stay the same✨ How the narrow road actually gets harder the closer we get to God✨ Why God sometimes withholds what we pray for✨ The danger of receiving a blessing before we’re ready✨ How God uses hard seasons to refine our character✨ Tangible steps that helped me move from belief to obedience My prayer is that this episode meets you exactly where you are.Maybe you’re believing but still learning how to follow.Maybe you're struggling to surrender certain areas of your life.Maybe you’re wrestling with unanswered prayers or a difficult season. Wherever you are, give yourself grace.Belief is the beginning, but following is where transformation begins. Recommended Scriptures: Matthew 16:24 Romans 12:2 Matthew 7:14 Philippians 1:6 James 2:17 Takeaways: Belief is the starting point, not the finish lineGod prepares us before He promotes us Surrender is a daily choice Your walk doesn’t have to be perfect to be real God meets you exactly where you are

  6. 10/13/2025

    Ep 505 Letting God Lead: Saying Yes When It Doesn’t Make Sense

    What do you do when God asks you to step into something that looks smaller than what you’ve done before? When your ego says, “This doesn’t make sense,” but your spirit knows, “This is where God is leading me”? In this deeply personal episode, Nancy Ruffin opens up about the fear, ego, and faith behind her God + Goals workshop, a workshop that didn’t sell out like her others, yet became the most powerful one she’s ever led. Through her honest storytelling and spiritual insight, Nancy reveals what happens when you stop chasing numbers and start chasing obedience. This episode is a reminder that success isn’t found in the spotlight, it’s found in surrender. If you’ve been wrestling with fear, doubt, or uncertainty about where God is calling you next, this conversation will reignite your faith and give you the courage to say yes to God’s plan, even when it stretches you. Tune in to discover how letting go of control opens the door to God’s greatest work in your life.

  7. 10/06/2025

    Ep 504 Faith, Leadership, and Legacy: The Journey of Monica Castaño

    From a young girl growing up in Irvington, New Jersey in a faith-filled Catholic home, to a teen mom determined to rewrite her story, Monica Castaño’s journey is one of resilience, redemption, and relentless faith. In this powerful conversation, Monica opens up about the pain of her father leaving when she was just 14, the struggles of surviving an abusive relationship, and the strength it took to walk away and rebuild her life for her daughter. She shares how God met her in the midst of it all, leading her from heartbreak to healing, from survival to success. Now a Regional Manager at Labcorp, Vice President of the 100 Hispanic Women NJ Chapter, and a fierce advocate for women and her community, Monica’s story reminds us that God can use every broken piece to build something beautiful. If you’ve ever questioned your worth, your purpose, or God’s plan for your life, this episode will remind you that no matter where you start, grace can always lead you home.

  8. 10/06/2025

    Ep. 504 Faith, Leadership, and Legacy: The Journey of Monica Castaño

    From a young girl growing up in Irvington, New Jersey in a faith-filled Catholic home, to a teen mom determined to rewrite her story, Monica Castaño’s journey is one of resilience, redemption, and relentless faith. In this powerful conversation, Monica opens up about the pain of her father leaving when she was just 14, the struggles of surviving an abusive relationship, and the strength it took to walk away and rebuild her life for her daughter. She shares how God met her in the midst of it all, leading her from heartbreak to healing, from survival to success. Now a Regional Manager at Labcorp, Vice President of the 100 Hispanic Women NJ Chapter, and a fierce advocate for women and her community, Monica’s story reminds us that God can use every broken piece to build something beautiful. If you’ve ever questioned your worth, your purpose, or God’s plan for your life, this episode will remind you that no matter where you start, grace can always lead you home.

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Hosted by award-winning author and executive coach Nancy Ruffin, The Woman of Faith Podcast is your go-to source for inspiration, encouragement, and faith-filled wisdom. Each week, we share authentic stories of remarkable women who’ve harnessed the power of faith to overcome challenges, break barriers, and achieve their dreams. With relatable conversations, actionable tips, and practical resources, this podcast equips you to boldly live the life you were created for and elevate your skills, business, and purpose. Tune in, subscribe, and step into your God-given calling today!

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  • Creator
    Woman of Faith
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    66
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