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  • I Chose Not To Be Bitter: How One Decision Changed Everything | FT Charity Floyd | EP148
    2026/03/26
    Jess sits down with behavior analyst and entrepreneur Charity Floyd to discuss how choosing peace instead of bitterness transformed her life and career. Charity shares her journey into autism advocacy, business ownership, leadership, and trusting purpose over profit. This episode is a powerful reminder that sometimes one mindset decision can change everything.🎙️ Connect With Our Guest:Charity Floyd is a behavior analyst and entrepreneur dedicated to expanding access to high-quality autism services through innovative systems, businesses, and professional training programs. She equips ABA professionals with the tools, strategy, and confidence needed to grow their careers, strengthen clinical impact, and better serve families and communities. Through her work, Charity is helping reshape how autism support services are delivered by building scalable models that prioritize both excellence in care and long-term sustainability.Connect with Charity:Website: http://www.puzzlingpatterns.comWebsite: http://www.busybeecba.comWebsite: http://www.abacourselab.comWebsite: http://www.playatsensorystreet.comInstagram: @_charitfloyd🌿 Join “The Safe Space” Community (Patreon) Need a place to be reminded you're not alone?The Safe Space is for creators and purpose-driven individuals who feel unseen, misunderstood, or ready to give up. Inside this Patreon-only community you’ll find:✨ Accountability✨ Biblical wisdom✨ Encouragement for your creative and faith journey This isn’t just content. It’s connection.A reminder that your voice matters and your gifts have purpose.➡️ Join here: https://patreon.com/JessAsk❤️ Support Jess Ask The Podcast If you enjoy these conversations and want to help us continue producing inspiring content:✔️ Donate (Love Seed): Cash App — $jessaskthepodcast✔️ Share: Send this episode to someone who needs encouragement✔️ Engage: Like, comment, subscribe, and leave a reviewYour support helps us bring impactful guests and meaningful conversations to the community.🌍 Podcast Network: BGTV Studios💥 A network of united voices spreading the message of Jesus ChristConnect with BGTV:(Link here)🎤 Connect With The Show:Show Host Jessica S. Smith🌐 https://www.jessicassmith.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicassmith📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellojessicassmithShow Producer Desiree Danielle📖 Created 2 Create — Unlocking Kingdom Creativity Through PrayerOrder your copy: (purchase link) 🌐 https://www.desireedanielle.com📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desireedanie11e📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/desireedanie11eMusic Producer 🎧 King ChosenInstagram & YouTube: @kingchosen46Stream TGFAD by King Chosen on:• Apple Music• Spotify• YouTubeJess Ask the Podcast is a safe space for honest conversations around faith, purpose, and personal growth. Hosted by Jessica S. Smith, this podcast creates room for reflection, encouragement, and real-life dialogue.Follow, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Stay connected:YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook
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    58 分
  • Sex, Faith & Waiting: What the Church Never Taught Us | FT Tammy Bowe-LaCroix | EP147
    2026/03/19
    She went from sexual trauma and confusion to helping believers build healthy intimacy in marriage.Coach Tammy opens up about healing, celibacy, sexuality, and God’s design for intimacy. In this powerful episode of Jess Ask The Podcast, intimacy and relationship coach Coach Tammy joins host Jessica S. Smith for an honest, faith-centered conversation about sexuality, healing, celibacy, and navigating desire as a believer. From childhood trauma and unhealthy relationships to a 10-year celibacy journey and discovering God’s true design for intimacy in marriage, Coach Tammy shares her testimony and practical wisdom for singles and married couples alike. Together, they explore the emotional, spiritual, and physical realities of sexuality in the church — and how knowledge, healing, and discipleship can transform shame into confidence. If you’ve ever struggled with guilt, loneliness, desire, or confusion around intimacy and faith, this conversation will give you language, perspective, and hope.👉 Subscribe for real conversations on faith, personal growth, relationships, purpose, and healing.⭐ What You’ll Hear in This Episode✔ Coach Tammy’s story of trauma, healing, and transformation✔ Navigating celibacy and sexual desire as a believer✔ Why “shutting down sexuality” can impact marriage✔ The difference between intimacy, pleasure, and spiritual connection✔ How community and discipleship shape healthy relationships✔ Biblical perspectives on sex, conviction, and the marriage bed✔ Practical ways singles can steward their sexuality in a healthy way🎧 About Our GuestCoach Tammy is an intimacy and relationship coach, author, and host of the Sex Ed for Saints podcast. She helps singles and married couples develop healthy, faith-aligned perspectives on sexuality, intimacy, and emotional connection. Through coaching, teaching, and her book Hey God, Can I?, she equips believers to experience healing and freedom in their relationships.Connect with Coach Tammy:Instagram: @themarriagelabllcWebsite: yourmarriagelab.comYouTube: sexedforsaintspodcast🎙️ About Jess Ask The Podcast Jess Ask is a conversational podcast where influencers, entrepreneurs, and creatives share real stories about growth, faith, purpose, and success. Hosted by Jessica S. Smith, the show creates a safe space for honest dialogue, healing conversations, and practical insights into life. 🔔 New episodes weekly.🌿 Join The Safe Space Community (Patreon)Need a place to be reminded you’re not alone? The Safe Space is a Patreon-only community for creators who feel unseen, misunderstood, or ready to give up. Inside you’ll find biblical wisdom, accountability, and encouragement to keep going when life gets hard.➡️ Join here: patreon.com/JessAsk❤️ Support The Podcast✔ Sow a love seed via Cash App: $jessaskthepodcast✔ Share this episode with someone who needs it✔ Subscribe, like & comment to help us reach more people🎬 Podcast Credits Host: Jessica S. SmithWebsite: https://www.jessicassmith.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicassmithProducer: Desiree DanielleWebsite: https://www.desireedanielle.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/desireedanie11eMusic Producer: King ChosenInstagram & YouTube: @kingchosen46Network: BGTV Studios🔎 Hashtags #JessAsk #ChristianRelationships #IntimacyHealing #FaithPodcast #SinglesJourneyJess Ask the Podcast is a safe space for honest conversations around faith, purpose, and personal growth. Hosted by Jessica S. Smith, this podcast creates room for reflection, encouragement, and real-life dialogue.Follow, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Stay connected:YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook
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    1 時間 2 分
  • The Woman Behind the Title: Lashunda Scales on Faith, Family, and Leadership | EP146
    2026/03/12
    She grew up on Section 8, dropped out of college at 19, and almost lost her life. Today she makes the laws. Commissioner LaShunda Scales' story has never been told like this. EPISODE DESCRIPTION Jefferson County Commissioner LaShunda Scales — known in her district as 'Mama Scales' — sits down with host Jessica S. Smith for the most personal conversation of her career. She opens up about growing up in West End Birmingham, being raised by a single mother across multiple schools, dropping out of college, a near-death experience at 19, and the moment she surrendered her life to God.
    From marrying young and going back to school in her 30s with kids in tow, to earning her way into Harvard Kennedy School and building a PR firm that counted TD Jakes, Magic Johnson, and Burger King as clients — this is the story behind the fight.
    She also breaks down her #SheWorks mantra, why she invests heavily in workforce development for women, and what it really means to be a woman of God in a male-dominated political arena.
    If you've ever been told you started too late, came from the wrong place, or don't fit the mold — this episode is yours. WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE
    • Growing up in West End Birmingham on Section 8 and food stamps
    • A near-death experience at 19 and a life-changing encounter with God
    • Going back to school as a mom in her 30s — and how a storm led to a scholarship
    • From Jeff State to Harvard Kennedy School: the non-traditional path to excellence
    • Building a PR firm from $500 with TD Jakes as her first client
    • Why she's known as 'Mama Scales' — and what she does when cameras aren't watching
    • The #SheWorks movement and her message to women entrepreneurs
    ABOUT THE GUEST LaShunda Scales is a Jefferson County Commissioner representing District 6 in Birmingham, Alabama. A minister, entrepreneur, and lifelong West Side Birmingham native, she is known for her faith-driven advocacy for children, women, and underserved communities. She holds certifications from Harvard Kennedy School of Government and is the founder of a PR firm whose clients have included TD Jakes, Magic Johnson, and the Burger King Corporation.
    Connect with Commissioner Scales: Instagram / Facebook: @lashundascales (search Jefferson County Commissioner LaShunda Scales)

    ABOUT JESS ASK THE PODCAST Jess Ask The Podcast is where influencers, entrepreneurs, and creatives come to decompress, get real, and just ask the questions that matter. Host Jessica S. Smith creates space for honest conversations about faith, purpose, personal growth, and the real journey behind success. Produced by BGTV Studios.

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    JOIN THE SAFE SPACE — PATREON COMMUNITY The Safe Space is a Patreon-only community for creators who feel unseen, misunderstood, or ready to give up. Biblical wisdom. Real accountability. People who get it.
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    SUPPORT THE PODCAST ✔ Sow a love seed via Cash App: $jessaskthepodcast ✔ Share this episode with someone who needs it ✔ Subscribe, like & comment — it helps us reach more people

    PODCAST CREDITS
    Host: Jessica S. Smith | jessicassmith.com | @thejessicassmith
    Producer: Desiree Danielle | desireedanielle.com | @desireedanie11e
    Music: King Chosen | @kingchosen46 Network: BGTV Studios | bgtvstudios.com

    HASHTAGS #JessAsk #SheWorks #LaShundaScales #FaithAndPurpose #WomenInPolitics

    Jess Ask the Podcast is a safe space for honest conversations around faith, purpose, and personal growth. Hosted by Jessica S. Smith, this podcast creates room for reflection, encouragement, and real-life dialogue.

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    57 分
  • Boundaries vs. Walls: How to Protect Yourself Without Shutting Down | EP145
    2026/03/05
    Description:Jessica and Desiree get honest about boundaries—why they’re necessary, why they can feel like bondage, and how pain can push us into building walls instead of healthy guardrails. Jessica opens up about repeated relationship patterns, what therapy has revealed, and the struggle of protecting your heart without shutting people out. Together, they break down what boundaries actually are, how to be proactive instead of reactive, and how discernment helps you show up as yourself without giving everyone full access. If you’ve ever asked, “Why does this keep happening to me?” this conversation is for you.🎙️ Need a place to be reminded you're not alone? The Safe Space is for creators who feel unseen, misunderstood, or ready to give up. Inside this Patreon-only community, you’ll find accountability, biblical wisdom, and encouragement to keep going when it gets hard. This isn’t just content—it’s connection. A reminder that your voice matters, your gifts have purpose, and God is still writing your story.❤️If you're looking for a space to grow in faith and creativity with others who get it, this is it.✨ Join us in The Safe Space: ➡️patreon.com/JessAskSupport the Podcast:If you love what you hear on Jess Ask The Podcast and want to help us continue bringing you inspiring and insightful content, consider supporting us! Your contributions help us cover production costs, bring in amazing guests, and keep the podcast running smoothly.Ways to Support:Donate: You can sow a love seed by donating to our podcast. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a significant difference. Donate via Cash App: $jessaskthepodcastShare: Spread the word! Share our episodes with friends, family, and on your social media. Your support enables us to reach a broader audience.Engage: Follow us on social media, leave comments, and rate our podcast on your favorite platforms. Your engagement keeps our community vibrant and growing.Thank you for your support and for being part of the Jess Ask community!Podcast Network:BGTV Studios💥BGTV is a podcast studio of united voices coming together to spread the message of Jesus Christ💥Connect: BGTV LinkConnect With Us:Show Host:Jessica S. SmithWebsite: https://www.jessicassmith.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicassmithFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellojessicassmithShow Producer:Desiree DanielleCreated 2 Create BookYou were created to create. Explore Desiree’s new book on faith, creativity, and partnering with the Holy Spirit.Order here:Purchase Your Copy!Website: https://www.desireedanielle.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/desireedanie11e/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/desireedanie11eMusic Producer:@kingchosen46 on IG & YouTubeTGFAD by King Chosen streaming on:YouTubeApple MusicSpotifyJess Ask the Podcast is a safe space for honest conversations around faith, purpose, and personal growth. Hosted by Jessica S. Smith, this podcast creates room for reflection, encouragement, and real-life dialogue.Follow, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Stay connected:YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook
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    54 分
  • Joseph’s Destination Wasn’t the Palace… It Was the Famine | FT Joy Pittman | EP144
    2026/02/26
    Jess sits down with Joy Pittman to unpack Joseph in a way that shifts everything.What if the destination was never the palace… but the famine? What if elevation wasn’t about validation, but positioning?This episode challenges labels, reframes calling, and reminds you to occupy your seat wherever you’re placed. If you’ve been shrinking or questioning your assignment, this conversation will give you language — and the prayer at the end will seal it.Share it. Review it. And let’s keep building.Connect With Our Guest:Joy PittmanIG: @thejouyouneed🎙️ Need a place to be reminded you're not alone?The Safe Space is for creators who feel unseen, misunderstood, or ready to give up. Inside this Patreon-only community, you’ll find accountability, biblical wisdom, and encouragement to keep going when it gets hard. This isn’t just content—it’s connection. A reminder that your voice matters, your gifts have purpose, and God is still writing your story.❤️If you're looking for a space to grow in faith and creativity with others who get it, this is it.✨ Join us in The Safe Space:➡️ patreon.com/JessAskSupport the Podcast: If you love what you hear on Jess Ask The Podcast and want to help us continue bringing you inspiring and insightful content, consider supporting us! Your contributions help us cover production costs, bring in amazing guests, and keep the podcast running smoothly.Ways to Support:Donate: You can sow a love seed by donating to our podcast. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a significant difference. Donate via Cash App: $jessaskthepodcastShare: Spread the word! Share our episodes with friends, family, and on your social media. Your support enables us to reach a broader audience.Engage: Follow us on social media, leave comments, and rate our podcast on your favorite platforms. Your engagement keeps our community vibrant and growing.Thank you for your support and for being part of the Jess Ask community!Podcast Network:BGTV Studios💥BGTV is a podcast studio of united voices coming together to spread the message of Jesus Christ💥Connect: BGTV LinkConnect With Us:Show Host:Jessica S. SmithWebsite: https://www.jessicassmith.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicassmithFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellojessicassmithShow Producer:Desiree DanielleWebsite: https://www.desireedanielle.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/desireedanie11e/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/desireedanie11eMusic Producer:@kingchosen46 on IG & YouTubeTGFAD by King Chosen streaming on:YouTubeApple MusicSpotifyJess Ask the Podcast is a safe space for honest conversations around faith, purpose, and personal growth. Hosted by Jessica S. Smith, this podcast creates room for reflection, encouragement, and real-life dialogue.Follow, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Stay connected:YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook
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    1 時間 19 分
  • When Creating Feels Like Warfare: Desiree Danielle’s Story + New Book | EP143
    2026/02/19
    Description:Jess and Desiree Danielle have an honest conversation about what it means to be “created to create” — and why your obedience still counts even when the response is quiet. Desiree shares how her new book was birthed through prayer, the fear of opinions, and the vulnerable shift from producing others to releasing her own voice. Together, they talk excellence vs. perfection, using what’s in your hands, and why God can trust you with more when you’re faithful with what you already have.Connect With Our Guest:Desiree Danielle is a multi-faceted creative—photographer, writer, podcast producer, licensed cosmetologist, and worship dancer—whose life and work flow at the intersection of faith and creativity. Through her words, images, and ministry, she empowers others to see their gifts as sacred assignments rather than just talents. Desiree is passionate about helping people embrace their God-given identity with boldness and obedience, reminding them that creativity is not extra—it’s embedded in their design.Website: www.desireedanielle.comIG: @desireedanie11eGet your copy of the book: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=6RlKYHsxMb7HZqB1r6CRYiX49SkPTKE3lVy8zF2hs67🎙️ Need a place to be reminded you're not alone?The Safe Space is for creators who feel unseen, misunderstood, or ready to give up. Inside this Patreon-only community, you’ll find accountability, biblical wisdom, and encouragement to keep going when it gets hard. This isn’t just content—it’s connection. A reminder that your voice matters, your gifts have purpose, and God is still writing your story.❤️If you're looking for a space to grow in faith and creativity with others who get it, this is it.✨ Join us in The Safe Space:➡️ patreon.com/JessAskSupport the Podcast: If you love what you hear on Jess Ask The Podcast and want to help us continue bringing you inspiring and insightful content, consider supporting us! Your contributions help us cover production costs, bring in amazing guests, and keep the podcast running smoothly.Ways to Support:Donate: You can sow a love seed by donating to our podcast. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a significant difference. Donate via Cash App: $jessaskthepodcastShare: Spread the word! Share our episodes with friends, family, and on your social media. Your support enables us to reach a broader audience.Engage: Follow us on social media, leave comments, and rate our podcast on your favorite platforms. Your engagement keeps our community vibrant and growing.Thank you for your support and for being part of the Jess Ask community!Podcast Network:BGTV Studios💥BGTV is a podcast studio of united voices coming together to spread the message of Jesus Christ💥Connect: BGTV LinkConnect With Us:Show Host:Jessica S. SmithWebsite: https://www.jessicassmith.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicassmithFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellojessicassmithShow Producer:Desiree DanielleWebsite: https://www.desireedanielle.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/desireedanie11e/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/desireedanie11eMusic Producer:@kingchosen46 on IG & YouTubeTGFAD by King Chosen streaming on:YouTubeApple MusicSpotifyJess Ask the Podcast is a safe space for honest conversations around faith, purpose, and personal growth. Hosted by Jessica S. Smith, this podcast creates room for reflection, encouragement, and real-life dialogue.Follow, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Stay connected:YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook
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    49 分
  • Why I Stopped Having Sex (And What God Showed Me) | EP142
    2026/02/12
    Description:This episode is about intimacy — the real kind. Jessica and Desiree discuss abstinence, shame, dating God, and learning self-intimacy in singleness. If you’ve struggled silently in this area, this conversation is for you.🎙️ Need a place to be reminded you're not alone? The Safe Space is for creators who feel unseen, misunderstood, or ready to give up. Inside this Patreon-only community, you’ll find accountability, biblical wisdom, and encouragement to keep going when it gets hard. This isn’t just content—it’s connection. A reminder that your voice matters, your gifts have purpose, and God is still writing your story.❤️If you're looking for a space to grow in faith and creativity with others who get it, this is it.✨ Join us in The Safe Space:➡️patreon.com/JessAskSupport the Podcast: If you love what you hear on Jess Ask The Podcast and want to help us continue bringing you inspiring and insightful content, consider supporting us! Your contributions help us cover production costs, bring in amazing guests, and keep the podcast running smoothly.Ways to Support:Donate: You can sow a love seed by donating to our podcast. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a significant difference. Donate via Cash App: $jessaskthepodcastShare: Spread the word! Share our episodes with friends, family, and on your social media. Your support enables us to reach a broader audience.Engage: Follow us on social media, leave comments, and rate our podcast on your favorite platforms. Your engagement keeps our community vibrant and growing.Thank you for your support and for being part of the Jess Ask community!Podcast Network:BGTV Studios💥BGTV is a podcast studio of united voices coming together to spread the message of Jesus Christ💥Connect: BGTV LinkConnect With Us:Show Host:Jessica S. SmithWebsite: https://www.jessicassmith.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicassmithFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellojessicassmithShow Producer:Desiree DanielleCreated 2 Create Book: You were created to create. Explore Desiree’s new book on faith, creativity, and partnering with the Holy Spirit. Order here: Purchase Your Copy!Website: https://www.desireedanielle.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/desireedanie11e/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/desireedanie11eMusic Producer:@kingchosen46 on IG & YouTubeTGFAD by King Chosen streaming on:YouTubeApple MusicSpotifyJess Ask the Podcast is a safe space for honest conversations around faith, purpose, and personal growth. Hosted by Jessica S. Smith, this podcast creates room for reflection, encouragement, and real-life dialogue.Follow, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Stay connected:YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook
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    45 分
  • “When You’re Out of Season, It Costs More” — Janice Coleman Breaks It Down | EP141
    2026/02/05
    Description:Warning: this episode might get slippery—because the oil showed up. Jess and Desiree sit down with Janice Coleman for a wisdom-packed conversation on seasons (dispensations), purpose-driven obedience, leadership transitions, and building structure without burning out. If you’ve been trying to figure out what God is doing in your life—or you’ve been frustrated while building—this episode will give you language, direction, and confirmation.Connect With Our Guest:Janice has over 30 years of stilettos-on-the-ground experience in the marketplace, helping leaders and organizations maintain relevance in this dynamic, unpredictable, and ever-changing environment to continue leading and building high-performing teams.http://janicecoleman.comwww.linkedin.com/in/janicecoleman🎙️ Need a place to be reminded you're not alone? The Safe Space is for creators who feel unseen, misunderstood, or ready to give up. Inside this Patreon-only community, you’ll find accountability, biblical wisdom, and encouragement to keep going when it gets hard. This isn’t just content—it’s connection. A reminder that your voice matters, your gifts have purpose, and God is still writing your story.❤️If you're looking for a space to grow in faith and creativity with others who get it, this is it.✨ Join us in The Safe Space:➡️patreon.com/JessAskSupport the Podcast: If you love what you hear on Jess Ask The Podcast and want to help us continue bringing you inspiring and insightful content, consider supporting us! Your contributions help us cover production costs, bring in amazing guests, and keep the podcast running smoothly.Ways to Support:Donate: You can sow a love seed by donating to our podcast. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a significant difference. Donate via Cash App: $jessaskthepodcastShare: Spread the word! Share our episodes with friends, family, and on your social media. Your support enables us to reach a broader audience.Engage: Follow us on social media, leave comments, and rate our podcast on your favorite platforms. Your engagement keeps our community vibrant and growing.Thank you for your support and for being part of the Jess Ask community!Podcast Network:BGTV Studios💥BGTV is a podcast studio of united voices coming together to spread the message of Jesus Christ💥Connect: BGTV LinkConnect With Us:Show Host:Jessica S. SmithWebsite: https://www.jessicassmith.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicassmithFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellojessicassmithShow Producer:Desiree DanielleCreated 2 Create BookYou were created to create. Explore Desiree’s new book on faith, creativity, and partnering with the Holy Spirit. Order here: Purchase Your Copy!Website: https://www.desireedanielle.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/desireedanie11e/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/desireedanie11eMusic Producer:@kingchosen46 on IG & YouTubeTGFAD by King Chosen streaming on:YouTubeApple MusicSpotifyJess Ask the Podcast is a safe space for honest conversations around faith, purpose, and personal growth. Hosted by Jessica S. Smith, this podcast creates room for reflection, encouragement, and real-life dialogue.Follow, rate, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Stay connected:YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook
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    1 時間 4 分