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Society & Culture
The Sister Circle Podcast
Chrystal Evans Hurst
Real. Authentic. Practical. Thoughts on faith, family, food, fitness, fun, and living with focus.
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July 20 · 38 min#580 – Build a Life that Can Hold More
Is your life set up to handle all the things you’re responsible for? What if I told you that it’s possible to build a life that not only supports the season you’re in now, but everything you’ve been asking God for? In this episode of the podcast, I’ll help you set up systems and rhythms that support your life and the woman you’re growing into. This episode will motivate and equip you to do what it takes to live your life well. Highlights from Today’s Episode Identifying this season Engaging with
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July 13 · 37 min#579 – What is This Season Asking of You?
How do you respond when seasons shift in your life? Do you continue on as if nothing’s changed, or do you do what’s necessary to meet the present moment? In this episode, I discuss how to get honest about your capacity and move with intention. What worked for you yesterday may not work for you today, and I’m here to help you steward this season well. Highlights from Today’s Episode Stop living in denial Release old expectations Make necessary changes Related Resources Listen to this podcast epis
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July 6 · 33 min#578 – How to Expand Your Capacity for What God Has Next
Have you ever asked God to help you grow in a specific area, only to doubt that He could come through for you? I know how easy it is for fear to creep in when you’re asking for more, but if you’re ready to see abundance and overflow at work in your life, you’ll have to first believe that it’s possible. In this episode of the podcast, I share my strategy for partnering with God in the process of expanding my capacity. Prepare to position yourself for all that God has for you. Highlights from Toda
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June 22 · 28 min#577 – The Truth About Money, Discipline, and Growing Up
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June 8 · 40 min#576 – Brenda Palmer – God Wants Another Yes
What does it really mean to say yes to God? In this episode, I’m sitting down with Brenda Palmer to talk about radical obedience, trusting God’s leading, and walking by faith when you don’t have all the answers. Brenda shares lessons from her book The Journey of Yes and opens up about the challenges, disappointments, and unexpected blessings that can come when we follow God’s voice. Together, we discuss why obedience often requires trust before clarity, what happens when our obedience is misund
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May 25 · 24 min#575 – Maximizing Your Time This Summer
Time management, intentional living, and stewardship are at the heart of this week’s episode. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, distracted, exhausted, or frustrated by how quickly life is moving, this conversation is for you. In this episode, I’m talking about the ways our lives can slowly drift when we stop living intentionally. From overcommitment and people-pleasing to endless scrolling, burnout, and inconsistent habits, this episode will challenge you to stop reacting to life and start ste
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May 18 · 44 min#574 – Do You Have People Skills? with Debra Fileta
My friend Debra Fileta sat down with me to share her perspective on people skills, and it totally shifted how I show up in my relationships. Not only is Debra a wife, mother, and professional counselor, but she’s also the author of nine books, including her latest book, People Skills: Your Relationships Are Only as Strong as Your Skills. You’ll love hearing her expert advice for navigating relationships with intentionality and vulnerability. Highlights from Today’s Episode Receiving the right fe
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May 4 · 25 min#573 – Build Your Life on Purpose
Intentional living, boundary setting, and finding your life’s purpose are at the core of today’s conversation. In this episode, I’m walking you through three decisions that will shape the direction of your life. If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward, this will help you gain clarity. I talk about what it really looks like to build a life on purpose, why boundaries are necessary for your growth, and how thinking about legacy changes the way you live today. If you’re ready t
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April 16 · 1 hr 1 min#572 – The Truth about Fibroids, Infertility & Hormones with Gessie Thompson
I recently caught up with my friend Coach Gessie, a women’s health advocate who has overcome a battle with fibroids and infertility. Her story is proof that with God, a miracle can become a mission that not only transforms your life for the better, but also inspires a community of women to do the same. Our conversation will encourage you to find balance in your well-being so that you can finally breathe. Highlights from Today’s Episode Advocating for your well-being Embracing preventative strat
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April 6 · 51 min#571 – How to Stop Avoiding Your Bank Account with Jade Warshaw
In this conversation, I sit down with Jade Warshaw to talk about the emotional side of money. After paying off $460,000 in debt, Jade shares what most financial advice leaves out — the guilt, the fear, the shame, and the daily commitment it takes to get unstuck. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by bills, hesitant to open your bank account, or unsure how to move forward financially, this episode will encourage you. We discuss practical steps, mindset shifts, investment basics, and why the time is
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March 15 · 19 min#570 – When Little Becomes Much with God
Are you tired of feeling like what you have to pour out isn’t enough? Or worse, that somehow you aren’t enough? When you long for more to meet the demands of your life, everything can change when you see that God has given you enough for today. In this episode, I share my principles for pressing on, even when you feel like you’ve reached your limit. The truth is, at the end of what you can do is the beginning of what God can do. This message will help you to surrender what you have to God and re
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March 2 · 51 min#569 – Priscilla Shirer – Finding Contentment in a Culture of More
My sister Priscilla Shirer joined me at The Sister Circle Live to talk about faith, purpose, and making a mark that actually lasts. In this episode, we talk honestly about what it means to trust God when life doesn’t go as planned, how to find contentment in the season you’re in, and why the small, faithful, unseen moments are exactly where God is building something that will last on the inside of you. Priscilla also shares personal testimony about loss, health challenges, and what it looks lik
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#568 – Make Room for Overflow
Are you ready to receive all that God has for you, but afraid to release what you’ve held onto for so long? No need to fear. In this episode, I’ll break down the process of letting go and leaning into the new thing God is ready to do in your life. If you’re so overwhelmed that overflow feels out of reach, I’m here to remind you of the power you hold to release the weight that is holding you back and receive abundance in this season of your life. It’s time to make room for all of the blessings G
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January 3 · 1 hr 12 min#567 – Michelle Smith – Healing After Abandonment
What does healing look like when life doesn’t turn out the way you planned? In this episode, I sit down with my friend Michelle Smith to talk about forgiveness, abandonment, boundaries, and trusting God after deep disappointment. Michelle shares her journey through adoption, divorce, single parenting, and learning how to forgive — not once, but over a lifetime. This conversation is honest, tender, and filled with hope for anyone walking through unresolved pain. If you’ve ever wondered how to ke
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January 2 · 46 min#566 – Crystal Aikin – Purpose Beyond the Platform
What do you do when God moves in ways you didn’t expect? In this episode, I sit down with singer and Sunday Best winner Crystal Aikin to talk about calling, healing, and learning to trust God when the assignment keeps changing. Crystal shares her journey from nursing to music, from public success to private healing, and from striving to stillness. We talk honestly about singleness, unmet expectations, buried pain, and the kind of faith that’s built when God takes you off the path you thought you
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January 1 · 55 min#565 – Anne Beiler – How God Turns Pain Into Purpose
Often during our darkest moments, it’s difficult to see God’s hands on our lives. But when we can look back and see how He carried us through other tough times, it becomes clear that there can be purpose even in our pain. In this episode, I sit down with Anne Beiler, the founder of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels. Even after selling her company in 2025, she continues to inspire people with her story of redemption and resilience. My conversation with Anne is a reminder that even when life is hard, because
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Dec 31, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min#564 – Ruthann Cannings – How to Walk in Spiritual Authority
What does it really mean to walk in spiritual authority? In this episode, I sit down with my Aunt Ruth — pastor, counselor, and teacher — to talk about identity, intimacy with God, and living with confidence rooted in Christ. We explore why authority isn’t about performance or perfect prayers, but about knowing who you are as a daughter of God. This conversation touches on unanswered prayers, singleness, disappointment, and learning to trust God even when life doesn’t unfold the way you expected
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Dec 29, 2025 · 54 min#563 – Megan Fate Marshman – Learning to Slow Down with God
What does it look like to slow down and walk with a God who isn’t worried — even when life feels overwhelming? In this episode, I sit down with author and speaker Megan Fate Marshman for an honest conversation about grief, drive, faith, and learning to let go of self-reliance. Megan shares how loss reshaped her understanding of trust, why autonomy can quietly replace intimacy with God, and how slowing down isn’t weakness — it’s wisdom. This episode is for anyone who feels tired of trying harder
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Dec 29, 2025 · 25 min#562 – Here’s Where I’ll be in 2026
I’m entering this next season with a simple focus: alignment over overload. In this episode, I share why I’m choosing a slower, steadier pace and how making room for overflow starts with living in step with God—not doing more. I also talk about what’s ahead for the podcast, the Inner Circle, and upcoming opportunities, along with a free tool to help you reset your rhythm anytime you need it. Highlights from Today’s Episode Choosing alignment over overload Redefining overflow as a fruit of obedie