The Faith-Fueled Mompreneur Podcast

Have you ever downloaded a marketing template, promised yourself this is the one, and then... quietly abandoned it two weeks later? If so, you're not alone, mama. In this episode of the Faith-Fueled Mompreneur Podcast, I sat down with Erin Davis, wife, mom of four, and founder of Matchbox Women. She's been in brand and marketing for over 20 years and helps women attach their real, rooted, divine identity to their business. This conversation will help you see that sustainable marketing isn't about finding the perfect template or strategy, it's about building from who God designed you to be. In this episode, you'll learn: Why marketing strategies fail when they're not rooted in your authentic identity The powerful truth that your real block to consistency isn't discipline, it's something you can actually remove How choosing 3-5 core values becomes your marketing filter (so you stop reinventing the wheel) What "building from the inside out" means and why it changes everything about how you show up How to reframe social media as a relationship-building tool instead of a comparison trap The truth about speed vs. sustainability (and why God keeps whispering: "It's not about how fast you go") Your invitation to grab Erin's free Message Mastery Workbook and start building your brand foundation this week Connect with Erin Website: matchboxwomen.com Instagram & Facebook: @matchboxwomen Free Gift: Message Mastery Workbook Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 178. Simplifying Marketing & Blogging with Danielle Blewitt Ep 143. Maximize Your Marketing in 1 Hour per Week with Elizabeth Henson Ep 128. Ditching Perfectionism in Your Marketing with Natalie Blenkush Ep 105. Creative Video Marketing Ideas with Joy Michelle Ep 75. Marketing your Business with Relationship Marketing Ep 30. Marketing Doesn’t Have to Be So Hard Resources: Purpose Gathering Workshop Rested and Rooted (January 21st, 9AM-2PM) – A Spirit-led morning to refocus, reconnect & recharge in Downtown Gilbert, AZ. Live worship, speaker sessions, guided reflection, and intentional connection with faith-driven moms in business. Lunch included! Grab your ticket Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs who are ready to align their life and business with the Lord. Join the Faith-Fueled Fireside on December 16th at 10AM (AZ Time) – This virtual gathering is an opportunity to connect with like minded mamas who are ready to trade hustle for peace this season. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering.

What if the biggest breakthrough in your business isn't a new strategy, but simply learning to let go? If so, you're not alone, mama. In this special episode of the Faith-Fueled Mompreneur Podcast, I'm wrapping up our "Doing Business Differently" series with the hardest topic, surrender. For years, I did business in my own strength. I spent over $30,000 with coaches, hoping one would give me the secret formula. But I never asked the Lord if that's what He wanted me to do. Everything changed when I started doing business meetings with God. Now I have more peace, work less, and make more than ever before. This faith-filled conversation will help you see what it looks like to truly surrender every area of your business to the Lord. In this episode, you'll hear: What a business meeting with God looks like (a 20-30 minute practice with 4 steps) Why active listening changed everything (from a few words to entire paragraph downloads) Three ways to surrender your agenda: Hold plans loosely, Let go of outcomes, Release your timeline The truth about "You can't steer a parked car" and why God wants us to move slowly Three ways to discern God's voice: It's persistent, Aligned with truth, Requires faith Key verses: Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 12:2 Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 233. Doing Business Differently: God Designed You for Community (Part 2) Ep 232. Doing Business Differently: What Kingdom Success Looks Like (Part 1) Ep 183. Transform Your Workday Starting with a Strategic Business Meeting Resources: Purpose Gathering Workshop Rested and Rooted (January 21st, 9AM-2PM) – A Spirit-led morning to refocus, reconnect & recharge in Downtown Gilbert, AZ. Live worship, speaker sessions, guided reflection, and intentional connection with faith-driven moms in business. Lunch included! Grab your ticket Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs who are ready to align their life and business with the Lord. Join the Faith-Fueled Fireside on December 16th at 10AM (AZ Time) – This virtual gathering is an opportunity to connect with like minded mamas who are ready to trade hustle for peace this season. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering.

Have you ever felt like you're one number away from finally feeling successful? If so, you're not alone, mama. In this special episode of the Faith-Fueled Mompreneur Podcast, I'm kicking off a brand new series called "Doing Business Differently," and I'm pulling back the curtain on something I've never shared before: I've never made six figures in my business. For years, I thought that meant I wasn't successful. But God has been teaching me something profound: You can't experience God's best while chasing worldly success. This faith-filled conversation will help you see that success isn't about the number you hit, and with God's guidance, you can redefine success His way and build a Kingdom business that brings peace, joy, and impact. In this episode, you'll hear: Why I've spent thousands of dollars chasing six figures (and why I kept coming up empty-handed) The four worldly measures of success vs. God's Kingdom measures: Income vs. Impact, Popularity vs. Purpose, Accumulating vs. Abiding, Striving vs. Surrender What Romans 12:2 teaches us about discernment and renewing our minds to recognize God's will A powerful question that will shift how you view success forever: $200,000 or life-changing impact? Why I struggled to leave photography (even though God was calling me to something greater) The Priscilla Shirer quote that changed my perspective: "The grass is greener wherever you water it" Why trading striving for surrender has brought me more peace, joy, connection, AND income than ever before How to start measuring success by Kingdom metrics instead of worldly metrics The key verse for this series: Romans 12:2 Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 231. How I’m Rewiring My Relationship with Busy Through Sabbath Ep 212. Cultivating Godly Contentment in a World That Screams “Not Enough” Ep 211. Choosing Aligned Coaches: How to Discern the Right Fit (Part 2) Ep 210. Choosing Aligned Coaches: Expanding YOU, Not Just Your Strategy (Part 1) Resources: Purpose Gathering Workshop Rested and Rooted (January 21st, 9AM-2PM) – A Spirit-led morning to refocus, reconnect & recharge in Downtown Gilbert, AZ. Live worship, speaker sessions, guided reflection, and intentional connection with faith-driven moms in business. Lunch included! Grab your ticket Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs who are ready to align their life and business with the Lord. Join the Faith-Fueled Fireside on December 16th at 10AM (AZ Time) – This virtual gathering is an opportunity to connect with like minded mamas who are ready to trade hustle for peace this season. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering.

Have you ever felt so comfortable with exhaustion that you can't even enjoy a break when it's given to you? If so, you're not alone, mama. In this special episode of the Faith-Fueled Mompreneur Podcast, I'm doing something different. No perfect script. No polished intro. Just me, talking to you like I would talk to my best friend, sharing what I'm learning in real time about something that's completely shifting how I live. I just practiced my first Sabbath. And I had to tell you about it. This unscripted conversation will help you see that Sabbath isn't impossible or outdated, and with God's guidance, you can step into the rest He designed for you. In this episode, you'll hear: Why I'm diving into Sabbath after a year of pursuing rest and working with a nervous system coach The powerful truth that Sabbath is not a suggestion, it's a command from God (Exodus 20:8-10) What "trusting in the sixth day provision" means and why it changes everything about how we approach rest How the Be Present app has been a game-changer for setting boundaries with my phone The spiritual battle for rest and why Satan wants to keep us enslaved to busyness Your invitation to start practicing Sabbath this week (it doesn't have to be perfect, just start) Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 218. Stop Just Managing Your Time +Start Prioritizing It Ep 147. ​​Making Self-Care a Reality in Your Life Ep 66. Why Margin in Your Calendar is Crucial to Self-Care Resources: Purpose Gathering Workshop Rested and Rooted (January 21st, 9AM-2PM) – A Spirit-led morning to refocus, reconnect & recharge in Downtown Gilbert, AZ. Live worship, speaker sessions, guided reflection, and intentional connection with faith-driven moms in business. Lunch included! Grab your ticket Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs who are ready to align their life and business with the Lord. Join the Faith-Fueled Fireside on December 16th at 10AM (AZ Time) – This virtual gathering is an opportunity to connect with like minded mamas who are ready to trade hustle for peace this season. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering.

Have you ever found yourself in survival mode with your kids, reacting to chaos instead of creating the family culture you actually want? If so, you're not alone, mama. In this special episode of the Faith-Fueled Mompreneur Podcast, we're diving into redeeming family culture and giving you practical ways to meet your children's foundational needs so they can thrive. This faith-filled conversation will help you see that your family culture is either happening to you or being built by you, and with God's guidance, you can intentionally shape it. In this episode, you'll hear: Why presence, connection, and regulation are more important than a full schedule How giving attention proactively changes behavior and builds trust The small but powerful ways to give kids appropriate control and autonomy Why discipling your children is more than church on Sundays, it's everyday intentionality How to shift from reactive parenting to building a thriving family culture The key verse to guide your family culture: Ephesians 4:2–3 Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 215. How to Optimize Your Capacity and Guard Your EnergyEp 214. Expand Your Capacity, Strengthen Your Impact Ep 214. Expand Your Capacity, Strengthen Your Impact Ep 176. Cultivating Respect From Your Kids Through Special Time Ep 174. Parenting Beyond the Younger Years with Nellie Harden Ep 160. Enjoying Every Moment with Your Kids Ep 85. Simple Ways to Connect with Your Kids Resources: Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs who are ready to align their life and business with the Lord. Join the Faith-Fueled Fireside on December 16th at 10AM (AZ Time) – This virtual gathering is an opportunity to connect with like minded mamas who are ready to trade hustle for peace this season. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering.

Have you ever realized that you and your husband are in the same room—but worlds apart?You’re together physically, but emotionally disconnected, waiting for “the right time” to reconnect that never seems to come. In this final part of the Marriage in the Margins series, we’re getting practical about what it looks like to move from roommates to connected partners through small, consistent rhythms that strengthen your marriage every single day. Because connection doesn’t happen by accident—it happens through intentional moments that God multiplies. In this episode, you’ll learn: 5 simple rhythms to help you stay connected spiritually, emotionally, and practically How to build daily and weekly habits that protect your marriage from drifting Small everyday actions that nurture closeness and presence Why “less efficient” moments often create deeper intimacy How to shift from coexisting to truly connecting with your spouse Listen now → Ep 226. Marriage in the Margins: Rhythms that Keep You Connected (Part 3) Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 225. Marriage in the Margins: Be the One to Go First (Part 2) Ep 224. Marriage in the Margins: Why You Feel Like Roommates (Part 1) Ep 43. Healthy Boundaries for a Stronger Marriage Ep 19. How to Recognize the Conflict Cycle in Your Marriage with Tony Ziolko Resources: Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs who are ready to align their life and business with the Lord. Join the Faith-Fueled Fireside on November 20th at 10AM (AZ Time) – This virtual gathering is an opportunity to connect with like minded mamas who are ready to trade hustle for peace this season. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering.

Have you ever caught yourself keeping score in your marriage, silently comparing loads, responsibilities, or who’s doing “more”? It’s such an easy trap to fall into, especially when life and business feel full. Before we know it, our marriage slips into the margins, surviving on leftover time and energy instead of thriving in intentional connection. In this brand-new series, Marriage in the Margins, we’re talking about how to move from simply coexisting as “roommates” to reconnecting as true partners, with God at the center. Because your marriage deserves more than what’s left over. It deserves your intentionality. In this episode, you’ll learn: The 3 traps that keep couples feeling disconnected How keeping score and comparison create distance Why operating your marriage like a business blocks intimacy A simple mindset shift that helps you reconnect with your spouse How to start building intentional margins for your marriage to flourish Listen now → Ep 224. Marriage in the Margins: Why You Feel Like Roommates (Part 1) Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 43. Healthy Boundaries for a Stronger Marriage Ep 19. How to Recognize the Conflict Cycle in Your Marriage with Tony Ziolko Resources: Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs who are ready to align their life and business with the Lord. Join the Faith-Fueled Fireside on October 23rd at 11AM (AZ Time) – This virtual gathering is an opportunity to connect with like minded mamas who are ready to trade hustle for peace this season. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering.

Have you ever promised yourself, “This season will be different,” only to find yourself overcommitted and exhausted before it even begins? In Part 3 of the Break Free From Busy series, we’re getting practical about how to protect what matters most by setting sacred boundaries that honor God, your family, and your peace. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin and longing for more margin, this episode will help you create the breathing room your soul has been craving. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why boundaries aren’t selfish but an act of stewardship How to say “no” without guilt and protect your peace What Jesus modeled about rest and healthy limits Practical examples of boundaries you can set this season How to create sacred margin so you can slow down and hear God’s voice Listen now → Ep 222. Break Free from Busy: Boundaries That Protect What Matters (Part 3) Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 221. Break Free from Busy: Choosing a Different Path (Part 2) Ep 220. Break Free from Busy: How Busyness Robs What Matters Most (Part 1) Ep 208. How to Tune Into God’s Voice in a Noisy World Ep 198. Finding Peace in the Messy Middle Resources: Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs who are ready to align their life and business with the Lord. Join the Faith-Fueled Fireside on October 23rd at 11AM (AZ Time) – This virtual gathering is an opportunity to connect with like minded mamas who are ready to trade hustle for peace this season. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering.

Ever told yourself, “I’ll rest after Thanksgiving… after Christmas… after New Year’s,” only to realize the finish line just keeps moving? In this episode, we’re kicking off a brand-new three-part series Break Free From Busy, all about slowing down before the season speeds up.If you’ve been running on empty, striving to “do it all,” and craving peace that actually lasts, this one’s for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why Q4 always feels like a storm, and how cultural pressure fuels it What busyness is robbing from you spiritually, physically, relationally, and emotionally The three lies that keep you stuck in the cycle of hustle How to reclaim your peace and presence through Matthew 11:28–30 A simple mindset shift to help you slow down before burnout begins Listen now → Ep 220. Break Free from Busy: How Busyness Robs What Matters Most (Part 1) Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 208. How to Tune Into God’s Voice in a Noisy World Ep 199. Breaking Up with Hustle Culture Ep 198. Finding Peace in the Messy Middle Resources: 1. Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs who are ready to align their life and business with the Lord. 2. Join the Faith-Fueled Fireside on October 23rd at 11AM (AZ Time) - This virtual gathering is an opportunity to connect with like minded mamas who are ready to trade hustle for peace this season. 3. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business. 4. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here 5. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering

Most of us try to “fix” productivity by squeezing more into the day. What if the real work is choosing what deserves your time in the first place? In this episode, you will learn: A simple filter to schedule what matters most using five faith centered habits Why Proverbs 16:3 can reframe your planning Three steps to prioritize your time: identify, decide with discipline, protect with proactive rhythms Practical tools like a monthly CEO date, a weekly planning hour, and identity based habits that stick One small action to take this week so your schedule shapes who you are becoming Listen now → Ep 218. Stop Just Managing Your Time + Start Prioritizing It Related Podcast Episodes: Ep 188. Flip the Script on Negative Thinking Ep 187. Get Out Of Your Head + Start Living Your Life with Carla Reeves Ep 184. Navigating the All In or Burn it Down Mentality Ep 36. Maximize Your Productivity with Minimal Time Browse All Mindset Related Episodes Resources: Book a Free Clarity Call – This call will help you breakthrough one area in your life in which you’re feeling stuck. You don’t have to do this alone!! Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business. Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs seeking support, clarity, strategy, and strong Kingdom sisterhood. Local to Gilbert/Mesa Arizona (For Mom Business Owners) Join our in person membership community. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering. Message me on Voxer (My username is afreehan)

If you've ever wondered why some families seem so connected while others just share space, this episode will speak straight to your heart. We're talking about what it really takes to create meaningful connection with your kids and spouse, even in the middle of a full, busy life. It’s not about grand gestures or more to-dos. It’s about small, consistent moments that reflect what matters most. In this episode, I’m sharing: A personal moment with my daughter that reminded me how fast these years go Why connection isn’t automatic, it’s intentional Rhythms and routines that foster closeness without overwhelm Practical ideas for creating connection with your kids, spouse, and as a family Let’s stop leaving family time to chance and start building it into the foundation of our lives. Listen now → Ep 216. How to Create a Family That Actually Likes Each Other Related Episodes: Ep 176. Cultivating Respect From Your Kids Through Special Time Ep 49. 8 Ways to Connect with Your Kids in the Car Ep 201. Phone Boundaries For A More Present And Purposeful Life Ep 160. Enjoying Every Moment with Your Kids Ep 122. 8 Ways to Reset Bad Attitudes Ep 209. Foundational Habits to Becoming a Faith-Fueled Mompreneur Resources: 1. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business.2. Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs seeking support, clarity, strategy, and strong Kingdom sisterhood.3. Local to Gilbert/Mesa Arizona (For Mom Business Owners) Join our in person membership community4. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here5. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything you can to keep up with life, but your body just can’t keep going? In this episode, we’re digging into what it really means to expand your physical capacity as a Christian mom and business owner, and why your body matters in the calling God’s placed on your life. You’ll hear a powerful story from a recent camping trip that opened my eyes to how easily we disconnect from God’s strength when we’re physically depleted. What You’ll Learn: Why burnout can happen even when you're spiritually surrendered The connection between your body and your ability to carry out your calling Practical ways to start building physical capacity (without hustle) Listen now → Ep 214. Expand Your Capacity, Strengthen Your Impact Complimentary Episodes: Ep 213. Activate the Armor of God and Get in the Fight Ep 212. Cultivating Godly Contentment in a World That Screams “Not Enough” Ep 211. Choosing Aligned Coaches: How to Discern the Right Fit (Part 2) Ep 210. Choosing Aligned Coaches: Expanding YOU, Not Just Your Strategy (Part 1) Ep 209. Foundational Habits to Becoming a Faith-Fueled Mompreneur Ep 208. How to Tune Into God’s Voice in a Noisy World Browse All Mindset Related Episodes Resources: 1. Book a Free Clarity Call – This call will help you breakthrough one area in your life in which you’re feeling stuck. You don’t have to do this alone!! (Available only in June and July 2025) 2. Join the Free Purpose Gathering Community – A welcoming space for Christian mompreneurs to connect, grow, and be encouraged in both life and business.3. Learn more about the Collective Mastermind – A Christ-centered space for ambitious mompreneurs seeking support, clarity, strategy, and strong Kingdom sisterhood.4. Local to Gilbert/Mesa Arizona (For Mom Business Owners) Join our in person membership community5. Have a question for me? Or a specific struggle you’re dealing with? I’ll address your question on the podcast. Submit your ‘Ask Ashley’ question here6. Please connect with me on Instagram @thepurposegathering7. Message me on Voxer (My username is afreehan)