The LovedandWorthy Podcast

Valencia Sims
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Loved & Worthy Podcast is a faith-based space for Christian women seeking healing, growth, and a deeper understanding of their worth in Christ. Rooted in the book Loved & Worthy: Embracing Self-Love as a Christian Woman, each episode opens with affirmation and scripture, offers biblical teaching with real-life application, and closes with reflection to guide your week. New episodes drop every Monday starting January 13. You are loved. You are chosen. You are worthy.

  1. 7h ago

    The Battle of The Mind: Is It God, Me, or The Enemy?

    IS IT GOD, ME, OR THE ENEMY? Okay… this one is going a little deeper. Because how many times have we said, “I just feel like something ain't right,” and immediately called it discernment? But what if it's not always that simple? In this episode, we're getting into the difference between what God may be saying, what we're feeling, what our wounds may be telling us, and what could actually be spiritual warfare. We're talking about how emotional wounds can affect our perception, how exhaustion can mess with the way we process things, and how easy it is to build a whole story around something we don't actually know. And yes, we're talking about delusion—not as a diagnosis, but as what can happen when we become so convinced of our interpretation that we stop questioning whether it lines up with reality. Because sometimes you're not under attack. Sometimes you're hurt. Sometimes you're tired. Sometimes you're hearing God. And sometimes… you just don't have all the information yet. So before you say, “God told me,” or “The enemy is doing this,” let's slow down and really examine what's happening. Because spiritual maturity isn't just knowing how to hear God. It's being humble enough to let God correct what we think we heard.

    The Battle of The Mind: Is It God, Me, or The Enemy?

  2. 7h ago

    The Battle of The Mind: The Stories We Tell Ourselves

    THE STORIES WE TELL OURSELVES What if some of the things you believe about yourself aren't really who you are… but who you learned to be? In this episode, we're getting into the stories we pick up from rejection, disappointment, mistakes, relationships, and things that happened to us—and how those stories can quietly become the way we see ourselves. Because you can go through something without letting that something define you. And baby, we have to talk about the difference between what actually happened and the story we created from it. This one is about catching those “I always…” and “I never…” thoughts and asking, Wait… is that really true? Maybe it's time to stop repeating an old story just because you've been telling it for years. You don't have to let every thought become your direction.

    The Battle of The Mind: The Stories We Tell Ourselves

  3. Aug 31

    When Your Mind Won't Let You Rest

    When Your Mind Won’t Let You Rest What if your body is resting, but your mind is still working? In this episode of Loved & Worthy, we're talking about the kind of exhaustion that doesn't always come from doing too much—but from carrying too much mentally. The constant planning.The fixing.The anticipating.The feeling that everything needs your attention right now. We'll talk about why some of us struggle to slow down, what we're carrying that God never asked us to carry, and why rest isn't weakness, laziness, or something we have to earn. Sometimes God isn't asking you to carry it better. He's inviting you to put it down. This is your reminder that God is still God while you rest. Loved & Worthy — Season 3: The Battle of the Mind.Moving With Intentionality.

  4. Aug 24

    THE BATTLE OF THE MIND: MOVING WITH INTENTIONALITY

    Welcome to Season 3 of the Loved & Worthy Podcast. This season, we’re going where many of us fight our hardest battles—but where nobody else can see them. Our minds. The Battle of the Mind is a raw, honest, faith-centered conversation about the thoughts we wrestle with, the stories we tell ourselves, the noise we carry, and the mental battles we don’t always know how to explain. This isn’t a season about pretending everything is okay. And it isn’t about simply “thinking positive.” It’s about learning to recognize what is happening in our minds, discern what deserves our attention, confront what doesn’t agree with God’s truth, and become intentional about how we think, respond, and move. Because not every thought deserves a seat at the table. Through honest conversations, biblical truth, reflection, and practical steps, Season 3 will challenge you to stop allowing every thought to become a direction. We’ll talk about the noise in our heads. The thoughts we replay. The stories we create. The things we carry long after God has told us to release them. The difference between God’s voice, our own thoughts, and spiritual opposition. And what it means to renew our minds instead of simply surviving them. This season isn’t about becoming a person who never has a difficult thought. It’s about becoming a person who knows what to do with the thought when it comes. Think intentionally.Speak intentionally.Respond intentionally.Live intentionally.Move intentionally. Because you don’t just need a renewed circumstance. Sometimes you need a renewed mind. Loved & Worthy — Season 3: The Battle of the Mind. You are Loved. You are Worthy. And you don’t have to let every thought become your direction.

    THE BATTLE OF THE MIND: MOVING WITH INTENTIONALITY

  5. Jul 21 ·  Bonus

    Choosing Intentionality

    What if the life you’ve been praying for begins with one intentional decision? In this episode of the Loved & Worthy Podcast, we’re stepping into a new season together. Valencia shares how God has been challenging her to move beyond simply hoping for growth and to intentionally steward every area of life—from faith and healing to purpose and relationships. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’ve missed your moment, this conversation is your reminder that it’s never too late to begin again. God isn’t asking you to have everything figured out. He’s simply inviting you to take your next faithful step. In this episode you’ll discover:• Why healing requires intentionality• How small, consistent steps create lasting transformation• Questions to help you evaluate where God is calling you to grow• Encouragement to embrace a new season with hope instead of fear Weekly Challenge: Ask God to reveal one area of your life where He’s inviting you to become more intentional, and commit to taking one step this week. Remember: You are deeply loved, your healing is still possible, and your story isn’t over.

  6. Jul 8

    Your Healing Is Not the End of Your Story

    🎙️ Season 2 Finale | Episode 9: Your Healing Is Not the End of Your Story We've reached the final episode of our Healing From Church Hurt series. Over the past nine episodes, we've walked through the pain of betrayal, disappointment, forgiveness, rebuilding trust, rediscovering our place in the body of Christ, and finding the courage to serve again. But healing was never meant to be the finish line. It's the beginning of a new chapter. In this season finale, we're talking about what it looks like to move forward with hope instead of hurt, purpose instead of pain, and faith instead of fear. Together, we'll explore:✨ Why your wound is not your identity✨ How God redeems what tried to destroy you✨ Keeping your eyes on Jesus instead of people's failures✨ Protecting the healing God has done in your life✨ Walking confidently into the future God has prepared for you Church hurt may explain part of your journey, but it does not define your destiny. Your story is still being written, and God is making all things new. As we close this series, my prayer is that you'll walk away knowing this one truth: Your healing is not the end of your story... it's the beginning of everything God still has for you. Thank you for walking this journey with me. I pray these conversations have strengthened your faith, encouraged your heart, and reminded you that no matter what you've experienced, you are deeply loved by God and forever worthy in Christ.

  7. Jun 23

    Forgiveness Without Reconciliation: Is It Biblical?

    One of the greatest misconceptions surrounding forgiveness is the belief that if you truly forgive someone, you must immediately restore the relationship. But is that what the Bible teaches? In this episode of the Loved & Worthy Podcast, we're diving into the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation, and why understanding that difference is essential for healing from church hurt. Together, we'll explore:✨ What biblical forgiveness really looks like✨ Why forgiveness and reconciliation are not the same✨ The role of repentance in restoring relationships✨ Why healthy boundaries are biblical✨ How to release bitterness without reopening unhealthy doors✨ Finding peace even when reconciliation isn't possible Forgiveness is about freeing your heart from the weight of bitterness. Reconciliation, however, requires trust, repentance, and mutual willingness. If you've ever struggled with questions like, "Do I have to reconnect with the person who hurt me?" or "Can I forgive someone who never apologized?" this episode is for you. Healing doesn't always mean returning to what broke you. Sometimes healing means moving forward in freedom while trusting God to handle the rest. 🎧 Tune in as we continue our Healing From Church Hurt series and discover how forgiveness can set your heart free without compromising wisdom.

  8. Jun 16

    When God Calls You to Serve Again

    Church hurt may have wounded your heart, but it doesn't have the authority to cancel your purpose. In this episode of the Loved & Worthy Podcast, we're talking about one of the most challenging parts of the healing journey—saying "yes" to serving again after you've been hurt. Maybe you've returned to church, but you're hesitant to get involved.Maybe you're afraid of being disappointed again.Maybe you've buried gifts, callings, and passions that once brought you joy. Together, we'll explore:✨ The fear of being hurt again✨ How church hurt can cause us to bury our gifts✨ Why God's calling on your life still remains✨ Serving from healing instead of proving✨ Maintaining healthy boundaries while serving✨ Trusting God with your purpose again The pain was real.The disappointment was real.But so is the purpose God placed inside of you. Your hurt is not the end of your story. God is still calling.God is still restoring.And God still has a place for your gift. It's time to stop allowing fear to make decisions that purpose should make. 🎧 Tune in and be encouraged to trust God with your "yes" again.

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Loved & Worthy Podcast is a faith-based space for Christian women seeking healing, growth, and a deeper understanding of their worth in Christ. Rooted in the book Loved & Worthy: Embracing Self-Love as a Christian Woman, each episode opens with affirmation and scripture, offers biblical teaching with real-life application, and closes with reflection to guide your week. New episodes drop every Monday starting January 13. You are loved. You are chosen. You are worthy.

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