“Thank you” for saying everything you said to the young 13 year old girl who left her feelings in a review, last month. Now to the young and honest brave, Girl💗 My goodness, your wisdom in what you shared is beyond your years.. Honey, please know, how you feel is normal! I mean between the raging hormones and being a teen these days, we can all agree how hard it must be for kids today. Back in my day, one of the worst things was you wouldn’t get picked until last or next to the last in gym class. True story! And unfortunately, I spent way to much time worrying about it, that it cost me my self esteem and with no esteem there wasn’t a lot of courage, just a lot of jealousy that I had years of praying that God take that away.. and guess what? He did🙏 Now , fast forward to 2024. I have a beautiful little 2 year old grandson, that I worry about. And wonder what will this next future generation will be like and my heart breaks you all! Please know that I will pray for you, and ask the God of the universe - The creator of All things- The God of the Old Testament, The Lord of Heaven, If He, would reveal himself to you do you feel His presence. That He will guide your steps, leading you in your life, All the days of your life. Praying God will put the right friends in your life, for LIFE!! That love & worshipJesus. Lord, thank you for directing my eyes tonight so I as well can lift this in prayer. Lord, you know the only reason I stumbled across this tonight was because of all the apps on my phone. LOL then finding “ The, I deserve a donut” app, that I forgot I had when scrolling.

Hey, I just started listening to this podcast & I saw a 13yo’s review from last month & wanted to reply… My name is Rachel & I am a mom to some little ones, but I also have two nieces who are about your age. I hope you can feel like I’m talking to you as an aunt or a big sister. :) First of all: God loves you so much, darling girl! He sees you & He honors your precious desires to follow Him. Your honesty is admirable. You said you don’t feel you are enough for God - that’s actually *true*, because our sin causes us to not be good enough. HOWEVER, Jesus died so our sin would be covered by His sacrifice. HE is good enough, & He covers YOU (if you have made that decision to follow Him), so you don’t HAVE to be good enough. You have a relationship with God because of GRACE, & everything you do from here on out is a step of obedience in turning away from your sins. HE is enough for YOU, sweet girl. The “rubric” to follow is to continually repent of your sins & change your ways to those that please Him… all the while thanking Him & enjoying His grace to allow you & help you to do that! The Bible helps us to see our sins, know Who He is & what He is like, as well as who we are in Him. You can start small, like a verse a day! Or get a devotional that’s for preteen/teen girls! That can be really helpful for applying His Word to your current life season. :) As far as the girls at your old church - it is so hard when you feel like an outsider! I promise you, everyone has their things they struggle with or feel insecure about. I was not in the “in crowd” in my youth group either; I had to find other “outsiders” to be my friends. But I did! And those years are precious memories. I am so glad you feel more comfortable at your new church - when you remember those negative feelings at your old church, try to let it go & thank God for your new community. As for the transgender feelings, it is natural to question & wonder & imagine all of these things. You said you’d really like to be a boy, but then you also said you don’t WANT to feel this way or be trans. Being a teenager is HARD, & being content with who God made you to be is a massive part of that. I would Google some articles about your identity in Christ, & post those verses up around your room! Or read them before you go to bed at night! Psalm 139 is a good place to start. Going forward, I think the absolute best thing you can do is talk to a trusted adult. Sometimes it is easier to talk to your parents, & sometimes it is easier to talk to someone outside the family (a youth minister, a teacher, etc.). I would recommend your parents first — even if I don’t know them, I’d be willing to bet they love you SO much & want to hear every concern you have. They know you best out of anyone. They have struggled with a lot of the same things you are!!! Do you tell them other things? Like when you felt different from the girls at your old youth group? Or if you’re worried about something at school? Do you tell them things you are excited about? Ask them questions about God? If so, I think they are a safe place for you to share all of this. If you don’t know where to start, maybe just straight up read what you wrote here to us!!! Or even show it to them so they can read! They can help walk you through your feelings & perceptions, & support you. If you don’t feel your parents are the best place to start, talk to a family member or teacher or church leader! It seems like you really want to know God & please Him, so trying to find someone who also loves God is going to be important. Don’t do this alone, sweetheart! God didn’t make us to be able to just do it all by ourselves. We need each other. You’re going to be okay!!! Keep your eyes on Jesus!!!! He is enough for a teenage girl, or a mama of littles, or a grandmother fighting cancer. He will be with you in every challenge of your life, including this one. Love and hugs to you baby girl.

Hi! I’m 13 years old. I have been sort of sad lately. I almost never read the Bible. I almost never pray. I go to church on Sunday, then go home and play Roblox. I feel so lost when it comes to Christianity. I have been having doubts and fear, and as a Christian it’s scary to have doubts in the first place. I feel bad about myself all the time, because I am not enough for God. That’s what I tell myself, at least. I even recently have been feeling like I am transgender, and want to be a boy so much. I am really scared to share how I feel though, and don’t really want to be trans or feel trans in the first place. For me, having doubts is scary. I feel like I am not a functional Christian. I feel like there is some rubric I am not following, one path to righteousness that I can’t seem to grasp. What do I do? One of the things that made me start feeling this way was my old church’s youth group. When I graduated from the 6th grade class into the 7th-12th youth group, all the kids seemed to instantly be best friends. They all wanted to hang out on the weekend, loved similar things, and seemed like perfect Christians without doubts at all. They read their Bibles, they prayed, and I struggled to do that at all. I started comparing myself to them, and that’s when everything went downhill. We ended up changing churches, and the one I go to now is an Episcopal church! I like it much better! I still remember the youth group girls though. So perfect and simple. I was weird, had doubts, and wasn’t perfect or simple. I don’t know what to do. I don’t want to slip away from God. I don’t want to be a failed Christian. I don’t want to tell my parents how I feel. I don’t know what I want to do, other than play Roblox. I don’t know if there is anyone who will read this review, or care, but if someone does and can respond using a review, I’d love some help. Please pray for me, and I’ll try to pray for you as well. Let me just work up the courage. Will I ever be normal? Will I ever be a good Christian? Why am I so lost? I guess I’ll just try praying and see what happens. I sure hope something happens.

I’ve listened to every episode all over again this week while I worked in the garden… it’s my favorite podcast. So many helpful reminders and ideas to think on and apply. Blessing. Thanks, Barb

While listening to the “overcoming loneliness” episode I realized that you were one of the most helpful people I know. I wanted to thank you. Your podcasts are practical and helpful. God bless your love for him and others.

Love this content! She is authentic and relatable. Love the app I deserve a donut. So many great resources and content

I am incredibly grateful for this podcast. I’m focusing on numbering my days and ensuring everything I do counts to give glory to God. However, I have adhd and need ways to build habits. Thank you for helping me do this.

Barbara’s podcasts and books have been so helpful in my weight loss journey and study of God’s Word. This provides real hope for lasting changes that I have needed to address. I am very thankful for her efforts.

If Barb were a book of the Bible, she would be Proverbs: full of practical wisdom for everyday life, and encouragement to seek God first. I’m always so happy to see a notification in my Inbox when a new episode comes out!

I love this podcast. Such real help in these times. Everyone on this podcast has been very helpful and interesting and Barb Raveling is my favorite author. I actually am able to read her books in their entirety; in fact, I read them over and over. Highly recommended!

Wow! I needed to hear this today!

So life relatable!!!!!! Wow

This is a very positive and wholesome podcast, I love when I’m walking outside listening to this. I 100 percent recommend this podcast for anyone even if your not a Christian. This really helped me especially when I was on the first one.

I enjoy your podcast and I appreciate the time and thought that good onto them. God bless.

I discovered Barb’s podcasts while looking up tips for God-focused weight loss and I’m so glad I found her! I love her advice for all things life, interviews with other like minded folks, and techniques for being successful with your goals. She presents information in such a laid back way that I feel like I’m getting advice from a friend. Highly recommend this podcast!

I can’t stand the phrase “give it to God”. Not because it’s not good advice but just because it’s so vague. I love that Barb offers step by step “to do” suggestions that ultimately lead us to give it to God but in a very tangible way. Thank you, Barb, for sharing your wisdom!

Literally the BEST series I’ve ever listened to! Every podcast is a jewel of information and uplifting support. A MUST LISTEN for everyone

Love Barb’s podcasts and all of her resources! I love the Renewing of the mind tools. These tools have helped me in several areas of my life. I also have a closer walk with God as a result of renewing my mind and going to God’s truths to help walk through life. .....No matter if life is up or down it’s so much better to walk in his truths and have him guide me alone the way!

I love Barb’s podcast because it takes goal setting and goal achievement keeping Christianity #1 as we pursues our life goals.

Barb is very encouraging and informative. I love this podcast. I listen while I complete my daily tasks around the house. It makes the time fly by. Thank you!

Barb Raveling always covers great topics and she’s just such a comfort to listen to. When I listen to her podcasts, it feels more like a good friend sitting me down and telling me God’s truth in love when I need to hear it the most. Thank you for all that you do!

I have been binging on Barb's podcast trying to catch up. I have found tons of insight, wisdom, and practicle tips to embrace the life God intended us to have. Barb's communication style is easy and enjoyable to listen to. My only regret is that I wish I had found her podcast sooner. You will be enriched!

I’m so grateful I’ve found this podcast. Barb is so gentle and encouraging, and fills her counsel with God’s Word. I hope she’ll be recording more soon!

Grateful to have found this podcast! Barb is so practical with her explanations and advice, which is exactly what I enjoy. Very helpful!! Can’t wait to listen to them all and read her other materials.

Barb Raveling is the host of this show and her gentle approach to helping us in daily life is truly inspired! I have never heard anyone give such practical, Bible based solutions to problems plaguing us and keeping us separate from our God. Thank you Bard:)

Barb’s books have been life changing for me. Her podcast is another source of mind-renewing truth. Her warmth and kindness shine through. You feel like she is making the journey with you. Highly recommended!

I love this podcast! Barb Raveling is so honest and pleasant to listen to. I feel like I'm sitting down with a really good friend to talk about my struggles. I highly recommend this podcast!

Great reminders of renewing the mind for my commute!!

Just what I've needed! Thank you for being there.

Wise women thank you for sharing what God has given you through His Word.

I don't know how I stumbled upon Barb's podcast, but I am so grateful to God that I did! Each episode packs powerful truth into 10 minutes or so… Some episodes are much longer, like the interview with her friend who lost 140 pounds. If you struggle with any besetting sins (and who doesn't?), you need to listen to this podcast. I also bought Barb's Kindle book, "taste for truth," and her "I deserve a donut" app. These tools are truly life-changing. Ditch the extreme diets and adding more and more rules… What you need is to be transformed by the renewing of your mind, conquer the emotional eating, and find your sufficiency in Christ. Barb will help you do that with compassion, understanding, and humble encouragement. I truly cannot say enough good things about this podcast. It's not only about weight loss… If you struggle with insecurity, or are in a difficult relationship, or get overwhelmed by all you have to do… Basically, if you ever feel that there are parts of life that are a struggle, you need this podcast so you can be encouraged to renew your mind. When life is about our circumstances, sometimes life is pretty crummy, but when we learn to make life about God, life is always good. Someday I hope to meet Barb face to face on this earth, but if I have to wait until we meet in heaven that's OK… I am a raving fan of this precious "Titus two" woman of God. Thank you, Barb, for encouraging me to return to my first love. Jesus really is all I need, and I am complete in Him.

I am loving your books and now so happy to find this great podcast.

I have listened to several of her podcasts and received nuggets of wisdom for each one. She is easy to listen to and gives excellent examples for the principles she talkes about. She is very down-to-earth, and is open about her own struggles with issues. She has a servants heart in wanting to share that wisdom with others. I have used some of these podcasts as resources in a healthy living class I teach at our church, and I have purchased each of her books. We are using one of them as our book for this 8 week session. In additiona there are many helpful resources on her website.

Just started listening and I am finding your podcast very encouraging and helpful, especially in the area of weight loss. Love the setting boundaries. Using your tips and ideas right now.

Barb's podcasts are very helpful, They give step by step instructions on how people can renew their minds (Biblically) and practice self-control (a fruit of the spirt) throughout the day. I know it was the missing piece of the puzzle for me. It helps one to be able to keep God first every second of the day. TGIF "Today God is First"

Barb has amazing and life changing information related to breaking habits using God's WORD! I love her inspirational podcasts.

Thank you for spending your time doing these pod casts. They have been eye opening and very helpful in my everyday life!

Very helpful in my walk/growth in the Lord. Thanks so much, Barb! Keep them coming!

This is my first time ever to rate a podcast, but wanted to take the time since this is so helpful with renewing my mind. It’s easy to listen to and grounded in Scripture. Thank you,Barb, for making this available to us!

I enjoy listening to the Christian Habits Podcast because Barb has a way of breaking things down to their most basic eliments and making them practical and simple! I come away with real solutions and a feeling like I can do this! She doesn't promise any miracle quick fixes but what she gives is solid advice that is based on principles that come directly from God's Word. I have personally benefited from putting Barb's advice into action in my life! Thank you Barb!

These podcasts are so helpful because it teaches how to renew your mind and how to stop bad habits and form new habits. Barb also talks about the importance of having boundaries in our lives and what to do if we break a boundary. I love the practical insight! The questions certainly help us get out of the ruts and patterns of the world and get back on track with God's truth.

Barb's podcasts are so helpful in my everyday life. She gives practical steps to take to renew your mind and overcome habits. Recommended strongly!

What a wonderful podcast. Thank you!

I love to listen to podcasts when I'm driving and I'm so glad I found you here barb! I've read lots of your material and so excited to get to listen now. Learning to replace lies with truth so I can be transformed by the renewing of my mind!