Armed & Anointed with Ashley Russell

In this solo podcast episode, Ashley shares her experience completing her first-ever 3-day fast, discussing how it helped her understand the difference between her fleshly desires and her spirit's guidance. She described the challenges of fasting, including physical discomfort and spiritual attacks from the enemy, while emphasizing the importance of having supportive friends who hold you accountable rather than enabling comfort-seeking behaviors. Ashley highlighted three key takeaways from her experience: bringing flesh under spiritual control, being excited about having vision again, and the importance of rest. She referenced Proverbs 31 and Ecclesiastes to illustrate how proper rest and balance can lead to more effective productivity and spiritual growth. The episode concluded with Ashley inviting listeners to share the podcast with others if it resonated with them and announcing her next episode would feature a discussion with her friend Nicole about labels and being a Christian versus a disciple.

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In this episode of the Armed and Anointed Podcast, Ashley discussed the topic of idolatry and shared her personal journey of identifying and overcoming idols in her life. She explained that idols are anything placed above God, whether external objects or internal desires, and shared two specific examples from her own experience: her network marketing business and her Instagram following. Ashley described how God "apprehend" her by asking her to surrender these things, which initially felt difficult but ultimately led to a deeper relationship with God. She emphasized the importance of having the right heart posture and committing one's work to the Lord, sharing biblical verses that support this concept. The episode concluded with a call to action for listeners to examine their own lives and identify any areas where idols might be present, encouraging them to surrender those areas to God.

CONNECT WITH ME...

→ Instagram - @armedandanointed

→ Looking for faith based life and business coaching? Fill out an application here and what the The Renewed Woman Coaching Community is all about - https://form.jotform.com/252327719067260

→ Wednesday Morning Worship - https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87418602507?pwd=CwaWrzxQXZntuDgASS91SLrHjyP16e.1

Purchase previous Masterclasses:

→ Ground Up Brand Building - https://armedandanointedcoaching.myflodesk.com/bjklkftr57

→ Network Marketing Masterclasses (multiple trainings) - https://buy.stripe.com/bJe9ASeEf0Oz9jocXZbQY02

In this episode of the Armed & Anointed podcast, Samantha Collins returns to join Ashley to discuss spiritual growth, ministry, and handling spiritual attacks. They shared personal experiences about finding their unique faith paths and ministry assignments outside traditional church settings, emphasizing that ministry is about stewarding influence through one's gifts, burdens, and areas of influence. The conversation focused heavily on distinguishing between genuine spiritual attacks and situations where people come into agreement with negative thoughts or circumstances, with both hosts sharing vulnerable stories about recognizing their own triggers and thought patterns. They concluded by discussing the importance of contentment and trust in God's provision, particularly through the lens of the Ten Commandments, especially the commandment about coveting, and how to maintain faith during challenging wilderness seasons.

Ensure you head on over to Samantha's Instagram (@samanthamarycollins) to join the women's leadership Bible study.

In this episode, Ashley Russell interviewed Kevin Crenshaw, known as The Heart Guy on Instagram (@the.heart.guy) to discuss faith-based creation, relationships, and personal transformation. Kevin shared his journey of transitioning from a successful relationship coaching business to full-time faith-based content creation, emphasizing the importance of surrendering to God's plan despite initial fears of losing opportunities. They explored how to maintain authenticity while incorporating faith into creative work, with Kevin noting that being true to oneself attracts like-minded individuals. The conversation delved into spiritual leadership in relationships, with Kevin advising women to focus on nurturing their partners rather than pressuring them to take on spiritual roles. They also discussed the challenges of feeling unaligned with one's purpose and the process of redefining identity through a deeper relationship with God. Kevin emphasized the power of prayer, fasting, and consistent spiritual practice in finding alignment and purpose. The interview concluded with a discussion on overcoming the fear of rejection and the importance of prioritizing a relationship with God over seeking approval from others.

In this episode, Ashley and Nicole had an intimate conversation about spiritual growth, calling, and the challenges of stepping into one's purpose. They discussed how Nicole's journey of surrender and obedience led to clarity in her calling as a faith-based business coach and leader. Ashley shared her own struggles with doubt and fear, highlighting the importance of following joy and aligning it with the world's needs to discover one's calling. They explored how obstacles and limiting beliefs can hinder progress but also serve as opportunities for growth and transformation. The conversation emphasized the value of community, support, and authentic connection in navigating life's challenges and embracing one's unique gifts. They also touched on the upcoming Renewed Woman Leadership Conference, which aims to empower women to integrate their faith into their professional and personal lives.