Fed by the Fruit

In this powerful episode of Fed by the Fruit, host KB sits down with Brandie Barclay, an author, speaker, ordained minister, and founder of the Power Soul movement, to talk about what it truly means to stop striving and start abiding in God. Brandie shares her journey from 20+ years in the beauty industry to a bold midlife pivot into ministry, the demonic resistance she faced while writing her new book Power Soul: Lit from Within, A Life Powered by the Holy Spirit, and the life-changing prayer that set her on an entirely different course. Together, KB and Brandie unpack the difference between believing in God and truly following Him, how to recognize and break spiritual strongholds, why the Holy Spirit is a gentleman who waits to be invited, and how surrendering your season even when it looks like laundry and high chairs and that is the most powerful act of obedience you can offer.Reach out to Brandie on Instagram and LinkTree if you are interested in her book and connect with KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.

In this deeply personal catch-up episode, KB shares a terrifying Type 1 diabetes emergency involving her son, Caleb, and the hard reality of living with the fear of severe low blood sugar. With honesty and compassion, she reflects on the lessons of motherhood, the importance of life-saving diabetes technology, and the hope she is holding onto as she continues to pray for Caleb’s health and heart. KB also shares joyful family updates, including becoming a grandma, and answers a powerful question many people ask in difficult seasons: If God already knows everything, what’s the point of praying? If you have ever felt anxious, weary, or unsure how to keep trusting God when life is heavy, this episode will meet you right where you are.Reach out to KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.

In this month’s deep dive, KB explores the life of Samuel and why his story still speaks powerfully to believers today. From Hannah’s vow and Samuel’s childhood service under Eli, to the moment Samuel learns to answer God’s call, this episode traces how God raised a faithful prophet and judge during a time when “the word of the Lord was rare.” Along the way, we unpack Israel’s demand for a king, Samuel’s role in anointing Saul and David, and the heart-level challenge that runs through Samuel’s life: keeping God on the throne through steadfast prayer, humble listening, and wholehearted obedience.Reach out to KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.

It is the last week of February and KB is catching up with a heartfelt faith check-in for anyone who has been feeling distant from God. She shares recent life updates, travel, and a decision she is prayerfully discerning around intensive therapy, then gets real about spiritual “ebbs and flows” and what it looks like to rebuild a deep, life-changing relationship with the Lord without needing a crisis to spark it. If you are in a valley season, feeling distracted, or longing to get your fire back, this episode will encourage you to keep your eyes on Christ, pay attention to the fruit your valley is producing, and lean into KB’s word for 2026: surrender. Plus, KB closes with the February memory verse, Zephaniah 3:17, as a reminder that God is near, mighty to save, and rejoices over you.This episode serves as both an informative guide to embrace a healthier, more balanced lifestyle, encouraging listeners to embark on their journeys with renewed vigor and compassion.Reach out to KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.

In this powerful deep dive episode, KB explores the remarkable story of Ruth, a Moabite woman whose unwavering faith and loyalty placed her in the lineage of Jesus Christ. From her decision to leave everything familiar and follow her mother-in-law Naomi to an unknown land, to her encounter with Boaz as her kinsman redeemer, Ruth exemplifies what it means to trust God in the midst of uncertainty. Her story demonstrates that no matter where you come from or what your background looks like, God can use you for His divine purpose when you honor Him with faithfulness, hard work, and obedience.Ruth didn't return to the place she outgrew. Instead, she trusted God enough to walk in a direction she had never been before, and He met her right in the middle of her obedience. This episode challenges listeners to step forward into their next chapter without looking back, reminding us that God has already gone ahead of us. Through Ruth's example of loyalty, noble character, and teachable spirit, we learn that when we honor God, He honors us in ways beyond our imagination. If you're facing uncertainty or standing at a crossroads, this episode will encourage you to trust that God's plan is worth the step of faith.Reach out to KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.

In this heartfelt catching-up episode, KB shares powerful personal updates from the dead of winter in Northern Virginia. From celebrating incredible fitness milestones after recovering from a brain aneurysm—including a 205-pound back squat PR and bench pressing over her body weight—to witnessing God's provision in scheduling three powerful testimony interviews in a single day, KB reflects on how surrender has become her 2026 word of the year. She opens up about the journey of allowing God to restore what once seemed lost, finding even greater joy in strength training now that it no longer defines her worth, and how gratitude has transformed her perspective on every blessing in her life.KB also shares vulnerable insights about her upcoming intensive Christian counseling experience at Restoring the Soul in Colorado, where she plans to address past wounds that continue to surface in her present life. From planning a tropical escape to Punta Cana with her husband Jonathan to preparing to speak at a women's conference in September, KB reminds listeners that God uses every difficulty to write our testimonies and draw us closer to Him. With her January memory verse from 2 Corinthians 5:17—"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come. The old has gone. The new is here"—KB encourages listeners to embrace the transformative power of surrendering everything to God and living as the new creation He intends us to be.This episode serves as both an informative guide to embrace a healthier, more balanced lifestyle, encouraging listeners to embark on their journeys with renewed vigor and compassion.Reach out to KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.

In this inspiring episode of Fed by the Fruit, host KB takes listeners on a deep dive into the life of Joshua, one of the Bible's most prominent leaders. Discover how Joshua went from serving as Moses' faithful apprentice to becoming the commander who led the Israelites into the promised land after a seven-year conquest. This episode explores Joshua's unwavering faith when he stood with Caleb against ten other spies, his military victories that were truly God's battles, and his famous declaration "as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord." Learn how Joshua's leadership wasn't just about military strategy, but about trusting in God's promises even when facing giants and fortified cities. With the January memory verse from 2 Corinthians 5:17 about becoming a new creation in Christ, this episode encourages listeners to embrace their faith journey with the same courage and faithfulness that defined Joshua's life. Whether you're new to Bible study or deepening your understanding of Scripture, this episode offers practical insights for applying biblical principles to everyday life.This episode serves as both an informative guide to embrace a healthier, more balanced lifestyle, encouraging listeners to embark on their journeys with renewed vigor and compassion.Reach out to KB on Instagram and share your thoughts.