Welcome back! In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend Tori Barnett for a heartfelt conversation about the excuses that often keep us isolated—and why saying yes to a faith-based small group can be life-changing.
What We Cover
So often, women hesitate to step into a faith-based small group. We name those hesitations out loud—like worrying “I don’t know enough about the Bible,” feeling like “I won’t fit in,” or thinking a large group will be too intimidating. We also talk honestly about how the idea of being vulnerable can feel scary or even exhausting when life already feels overwhelming.
Tori and I dig into where those thoughts really come from and why isolation is so dangerous to both our spiritual and emotional health. When we try to do faith alone, we miss out on the encouragement, accountability, and sharpening God designed for us in community.
We share personal stories of how God has used small groups in our lives to bring healing, friendship, encouragement, and real transformation. And we remind you that community doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful. God’s Word calls us to stay alert, renew our minds, and build one another up (1 Peter 5:8, Romans 12:2, Hebrews 10:24–25).
Our prayer is that you’ll feel encouraged to push past the excuses, take that step of obedience, and trust that God will meet you in community. 🌱
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
💛 1:1 Faith + Wellness Coaching – If you’ve been feeling stuck in your faith or unsure of your next step, I’d love to walk alongside you. In coaching, we talk, pray, and dig into God’s Word together so you can uncover your unique gifts and the purpose He’s placed on your life.
👉 Learn more: www.tracybalderach.com/faithcoaching
📖 Featured Book Study – Daring Joy by Nicole Zasowski
A 7-session Bible study on embracing joy—even when it feels risky.
👉https://a.co/d/abZ6UJP
🌐 Nicole Zasowski’s Website – Learn more about Nicole & her teaching
👉 nicolezasowski.com
🌴 Beach Lights Ministry (Vero Beach, FL) – Tori’s intergenerational women’s Bible study and event ministry, designed as a bridge for women to grow in faith whether or not they have a church home.
👉 https://www.instagram.com/beachlightsvb
👩👧 Moms of Teens Fellowship (Darien, CT) – A casual, faith-centered group for moms of middle and high schoolers at Noroton Presbyterian Church. A safe place to connect, pray, and support one another.
👉https://www.noroton.church/ministries/get-connected/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#groupsforwomen
📜 Key Scriptures Referenced – 1 Peter 5:8, Romans 12:2, Hebrews 10:24–25
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