One of the most common struggles among Christians today is understanding purpose. Many people love God sincerely but feel lost about what they are meant to do. The truth is: you were created with intention, gifted for assignment, and positioned for impact. Purpose is not limited to pulpits — it is expressed through everyday life, career, creativity, business, and even the digital space.

What happens when your life takes a sharp turn you never saw coming? When the calling you cherished is stripped away, and the identity you’ve built starts to crumble? For Melissa McLaughlin, that moment came at age 50—when chronic back issues forced her into an unexpected early retirement from a beloved teaching career. But what looked like the end turned into a beautiful beginning.

In the latest episode of the GraceFilled Community Podcast, we sat down with Heather Reddick, a woman of faith whose journey from Michigan to Texas has been marked by a deep passion for ministry, education, and entrepreneurship. Heather’s story is a powerful testament to the beauty of serving others through our God-given gifts while staying true to who we are.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/admin/2441885/episodes/16621960-embracing-inner-beauty-and-authenticity-heather-reddick-s-path-of-service-and-community-conne