Life After 50: Discover God's Direction for You in This New Season

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Have you ever looked around at this season of life and thought, "Okay God... now what?" Maybe the kids are grown. Maybe your career looks different than it used to. Maybe your body doesn't move the way it did, your role has shifted, or you're just not sure who you're supposed to be anymore now that so much has changed. If you've ever felt unseen, unsure, or like life after 50 was supposed to come with more clarity than it has — you're not alone, and you're in the right place. What this podcast is about: Life After 50 is a Christian podcast for Women Over 50 offering weekly conversations on faith, finding God's purpose, moving into this new season with honesty and in the direction, He has for you. Each episode digs into what it really looks like to trust and move with God — not the everything's-fine version of faith, but the honest, real, sometimes-messy kind. We talk about purpose in midlife, identity, waiting on God, trusting Him with what we can't understand, and finding God's direction when the road ahead isn't clear yet. Why it's for you: This isn't a podcast about pretending you have it all figured out. It's for the woman who's tired of performing "okay" and ready to bring her real questions, real doubts, and real heart to God. Whether you're an empty nester, navigating retirement, or simply asking "what's my purpose or what's the next step Lord" this show was made with you in mind. You're not behind. You're not forgotten. And you're definitely not the only one still asking these questions. How it will help you: Every episode gives you more than encouragement — it gives you practical, faith-based steps for women to actually walk away with. Real ways to bring honest feelings to God. Scripture for hard seasons and reminders of what you know to be true about Him, even when circumstances say otherwise. And tangible tools for trusting God through uncertainty and finding hope in midlife. This is a space to process, grow, and be reminded that this season — however uncertain it feels right now — still has purpose. So, if you're a woman ready to stop pretending, start trusting, and discover God's calling for this new season... pull up a seat. Let's walk through this together.

  1. 6d ago

    Living Intentionally in the Second Half of Life

    Make the most of every opportunity: living intentionally in the second half of life. Ever looked at your life and thought, “Where did the time go?” In this episode, Victoria shares 3 ways to live intentionally in the second half of life and stop waiting for the “perfect time” to pursue what God has placed on your heart. If you’re over 50 and realizing you don’t want to spend the next 10, 20, or 30 years going through the motions, this one’s for you. Rooted in Ephesians 5:15-17, stop waiting for certainty God never promised, get intentional about where you invest your time and energy, and refuse to disqualify yourself because of your age. You’ll also hear the story of Caleb, who at eighty-five asked God for the mountain, not a quiet retirement, plus a simple 3-question exercise to find your next step this week. Grab a notebook and pen, and join us. Free resources: Download the free 7-day devotional, Be Still and join Facebook Community at https://stan.store/lifeafter50podcastApple Podcast: https://apple.co/4j5yznAYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VictoriaLT-o8vShow Notes: In this episode Why getting older doesn’t mean your most meaningful days are behind youHow to stop waiting for the “perfect time” and start living intentionally todayA simple test for deciding where to invest your time and energyWhy your age doesn’t disqualify you from what God wants to do nextCaleb’s story: asking for the mountain at eighty-five (Joshua 14)A 3-question exercise to find your one next stepScripture referenced Ephesians 5:15-17 (NLT)Lamentations 3:22-23Joel 2:25Joshua 14 (Caleb)Psalm 92:14This week’s reflection questions What opportunity is in front of me right now?What do I need to stop doing?What is one step I can take this week?If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who may need to hear this message, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It helps other women find this podcast too.

  2. Oct 1

    From Career to Calling: How to Advance into Your New Season After 50

    Have you spent decades building a career only to feel God nudging you toward something more — something deeper — something that feels less like a job and more like a calling? In this episode of Life After 50, we are talking about one of the most significant shifts a woman can make after 50 — moving from a career that defined her to a calling that was always inside her. Your career was never your final destination. It was preparation. Join us today as we uncover three powerful ways to advance out of your career season and into the new season God has been preparing for you all along — designed specifically for Christian women over 50 who are ready to move forward with purpose, clarity and faith. In this episode we cover: Why your career was never your calling — and how to tell the differenceHow to recognize when God is transitioning you from one to the otherWhat the Bible says about advancing into new seasons of purposeThree practical steps to move forward from career into calling right nowHow to stop waiting for permission and start advancing into what God has nextScriptures referenced: Jeremiah 29:11Proverbs 16:3 NLTIsaiah 43:18-19 NLTPhilippians 3:13-14Psalm 37:23 NLTEphesians 2:10 NLTThis week's action steps: Write down the difference between what your career required of you and what truly lights you up — that gap is where your calling livesCommit one specific next step to God today using Proverbs 16:3 — write it down and pray over it by nameTake one action this week toward your calling — not your career — one intentional step forwardConnect with us:Grab your free 7-day devotional, Faith Over 50, at stan.store/lifeafter50podcast — and join us in the Life After 50 Facebook Community while you're there. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts and leave a review: https://apple.co/4j5yznAYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VictoriaLT-o8v Keywords naturally included: from career to calling, advancing after 50, Christian women over 50, new season after 50, God's calling after 50, moving forward in faith, purpose after career, life after 50, God's direction for women over 50, career transition faith, advancing into purpose.

  3. Sep 24

    Peace in the Midst of a Storm: 3 Steps to Keep Moving Forward

    Feeling overwhelmed in a hard season and not sure what to do next? In this episode, I share how to find God's peace in the middle of the storm, and 3 practical steps to keep moving forward while you trust Him. Peace isn't waiting for you on the other side of the storm. It's available today. I open up about a financial bind that left me living with relatives for months, not knowing how long it would last, and how God gave me direction one step at a time until I was able to move on. You'll walk away with three simple steps, plus reflection questions for each one: take one small step, hold onto one verse, and hand God what you can't control. Grab a notebook and pen and join us. Free resources: Download the free 7-day devotional, Faith Over 50: stan.store/thewordwomanpodcast  Show Notes:In this episode Why peace is available now, not just after the storm passesMy story of a financial bind, and how God met me in the silence and made a way outStep 1: Keep moving. Take the next small step.Step 2: Stay in His Word. Fix your mind on one verse.Step 3: Trust Him along the way. Hand God the "not mine" column.Scripture referenced Philippians 4:7 ([translation])Psalm 62:5 (TPT)Psalm 37:23Mark 4:35-41Isaiah 26:3Psalm 119:105Psalm 46:5 ([translation])Proverbs 3:5-6This week's reflection questions What is the one small step I've been putting off?What verse can I hold onto this week?What am I carrying that I need to hand back to God?Connect with us Life After 50 Community on Facebook: stan.store/thewordwomanpodcast Free 7-day devotional, Faith Over 50: stan.store/thewordwomanpodcast Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4j5yznA YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VictoriaLT-o8vEmail Contact: thewordwomanpodcast@gmail.com  If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who needs to hear it, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. It helps the message reach more women.

  4. Sep 5

    Are You Procrastinating or Moving Forward? (For Christian Women Over 50)

    Are you procrastinating, or are you moving forward with what God has for you? Last week we talked about how God is preparing to introduce you to the world — and the question was simple: are you ready? This week, we go a layer deeper. It's easy to slip back into old habits, and it takes real effort to keep moving forward. We stop. We start. We hesitate. In this episode, we unpack what procrastination, hesitation, and self-sabotage really look like — and why they're not always intentional. Sometimes they show up unconsciously, in the little things we do without noticing. Other times, they're rooted in fear or self-doubt. We ask the harder question underneath it all: is your hesitation really about doubting God and the work He's doing in your life? While Scripture doesn't use the word "procrastination," it has plenty to say about diligence and taking prompt action. We look to Proverbs 6:6-8 and Proverbs 13:4 for a picture of quiet, faithful diligence — moving without needing to be pushed — plus 2 Timothy 1:7 on facing fear, and Galatians 6:9 on not giving up before the harvest. If you're a Christian woman over 50 who feels caught between starting and stalling, this episode is for you. Walk away with practical, faith-rooted steps to recognize self-sabotage, trust God's timing, and take the next diligent step forward. In this episode: ●      Why hesitation is rarely just about the task — it's often about trust ●      What self-sabotage really looks like in midlife and beyond ●      What Proverbs 6:6-8 and Proverbs 13:4 teach us about diligence without being told ●      Practical steps to move from stalling to steady, faithful action Scripture referenced: Proverbs 6:6-8, Proverbs 13:4, 2 Timothy 1:7, Galatians 6:9 My Products: stan.store/thewordwomanpodcastFacebook: Life After 50 Community | FacebookYouTube: www.youtube.com/@VictoriaLT-o8v

  5. Aug 27

    What Is God Doing in Your Waiting Season?

    What Is God Doing in Your Waiting Season? Have you ever wondered what God is actually doing in your life right now? At eyesight, it looks like nothing — but behind the scenes, there's a lot going on. In this episode, we talk about what it really means when life feels like it's on pause: God isn't absent, He's preparing you. If you're a Christian woman over 50 navigating a season of change and asking "God, what's next for me?" — this episode is for you. This episode also introduces the podcast's new name: Life After 50 (formerly Christian Women Over 50 in Transition). Same faith, same heart, same community — just a new name on the door. In This Episode Why it looks like "nothing is happening" in your waiting season — and what's actually going on behind the scenesThe connection between your obedience and what God releases in your lifeWhy delayed obedience can cost you blessings you were meant to walk intoWhat it means to commit your plans to God and let Him establish themWhy the waiting isn't wasted — it's shaping your character for what's nextTimestamps 0:00 — Hook: What is God really doing right now?0:15 — Welcome, podcast name announcement, and community info1:00 — The thesis: God is preparing you for something bigger4:30 — Your next step may require obedience7:15 — Why the waiting isn't wasted8:30 — Closing blessingScriptures Referenced 1 Corinthians 2:9 — Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man, the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.Proverbs 16:3 — Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.Philippians 1:6 — He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Christ Jesus.Ephesians 3:20 — Now all glory to God, who is able, through His mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.Links & Resources Free 7-Day Devotional, Faith Over 50: Link: stan.store/thewordwomanpodcastJoin the Life After 50 Facebook CommunityConnect: Email: thewordwomanpodcast@gmail.com Life After 50 (formerly Christian Women Over 50 in Transition) — A Christian podcast for women discovering God's direction in a new season.

  6. Aug 20

    How to Trust God When You Don’t Know What to Do Next

    Have you ever found yourself saying, “God, I don't know what to do next”? Maybe the life you thought you would have after 50 doesn't look anything like the life you're living now. You may be dealing with a major transition, loss, financial uncertainty, loneliness, retirement, relationship changes, or simply wondering where God is leading you in this new season. And when everything feels uncertain, trusting God can be difficult. In this episode, we're having an honest conversation about how to trust God when you don't know what to do next. Because trusting God doesn't mean you have all the answers. It doesn't mean you're never afraid or confused. Sometimes trusting God simply means saying, “Lord, I don't understand what You're doing, but I'm going to trust You with my next step.” We'll talk about how to stop feeling like you have to figure out your entire future and instead learn to seek God for the next step He wants you to take. If you're in a season where you're asking, “God, what's next for me?”, this episode is for you. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why it's difficult to trust God when your life feels uncertainWhy being confused doesn't mean you've lost your faithHow to be honest with God about your fears and disappointmentsThe difference between what you feel and what you know about GodWhy you don't need to know God's entire plan before taking your next stepHow to surrender the things you cannot controlWhat to do when you're praying but God seems silentHow to seek God's direction when you're entering a new season after 50Why your current circumstances don't mean God is finished with youHow to focus on your next step instead of worrying about your entire futureA Question to Think About Instead of asking: “God, what is going to happen to me?” Try asking: “God, what is my next step?” You may not have answers for the next year, the next five years, or even the next few months. But God can give you enough direction for today. Scriptures Mentioned Proverbs 3:5–6“Trust in the Lord with all your heart…” Psalm 32:8“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go…” Isaiah 41:10“Fear thou not; for I am with thee…” Isaiah 40:31“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength…” Psalm 34:18“The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart…” Your Next Step Take a few quiet minutes today and ask God: “Lord, what is my next step?” Don't ask Him to show you everything. Don't worry about figuring out your entire future. Just ask Him to show you what He wants you to do next. Then listen. And when you recognize the next step, trust Him enough to take it. A Prayer for This Season Father, I don't know what my future looks like, and honestly, sometimes that scares me. There are things happening in my life that I don't understand. There are things I wish You would change, and there are answers I've been waiting for. But today, I choose to trust You. Help me stop trying to figure everything out on my own. Give me wisdom to know what I should do next and the courage to take that step. When I feel afraid, remind me that You are with me. When I feel lost, remind me that You can direct my path. When I feel like it's too late for me, remind me that You are not finished with my story. I give You my fears, my questions, my future, and my next step. In Jesus' name, Amen. If This Episode Spoke to You If you're in a season where you're trying to figure out what God wants you to do next, you're not alone. Share this episode with another woman over 50 who may be asking the same question: “God, what's next for me?” And remember: You don't have to know the whole plan. You just need to trust God with the next step. SEO Keywords Primary keyword: How to trust God when you don't know what to do nextSecondary keywords: How to trust GodTrusting God in difficult timesTrust God when life is uncertainHow to hear God's directionFinding God's directionWhat to do next in lifeTrusting God after 50Christian women over 50Finding purpose after 50God's plan for my lifeHow to know God's willTrusting God when life doesn't make senseStarting over after 50Finding direction in a new seasonMy Products: stan.store/thewordwomanpodcast Contact Information: thewordwomanpodcast@gmail.com

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Have you ever looked around at this season of life and thought, "Okay God... now what?" Maybe the kids are grown. Maybe your career looks different than it used to. Maybe your body doesn't move the way it did, your role has shifted, or you're just not sure who you're supposed to be anymore now that so much has changed. If you've ever felt unseen, unsure, or like life after 50 was supposed to come with more clarity than it has — you're not alone, and you're in the right place. What this podcast is about: Life After 50 is a Christian podcast for Women Over 50 offering weekly conversations on faith, finding God's purpose, moving into this new season with honesty and in the direction, He has for you. Each episode digs into what it really looks like to trust and move with God — not the everything's-fine version of faith, but the honest, real, sometimes-messy kind. We talk about purpose in midlife, identity, waiting on God, trusting Him with what we can't understand, and finding God's direction when the road ahead isn't clear yet. Why it's for you: This isn't a podcast about pretending you have it all figured out. It's for the woman who's tired of performing "okay" and ready to bring her real questions, real doubts, and real heart to God. Whether you're an empty nester, navigating retirement, or simply asking "what's my purpose or what's the next step Lord" this show was made with you in mind. You're not behind. You're not forgotten. And you're definitely not the only one still asking these questions. How it will help you: Every episode gives you more than encouragement — it gives you practical, faith-based steps for women to actually walk away with. Real ways to bring honest feelings to God. Scripture for hard seasons and reminders of what you know to be true about Him, even when circumstances say otherwise. And tangible tools for trusting God through uncertainty and finding hope in midlife. This is a space to process, grow, and be reminded that this season — however uncertain it feels right now — still has purpose. So, if you're a woman ready to stop pretending, start trusting, and discover God's calling for this new season... pull up a seat. Let's walk through this together.