Fully Immersed with Lauren Gaines

Stop Biohacking Your Life—Start Trusting God

Are you exhausted from trying to do everything perfectly? In this honest New Year episode, I'm sharing two convictions God has laid on my heart about letting go of the "doer" mentality and surrendering our bodies to Him instead of obsessing over wellness hacks.
We explore the story of Mary and Martha, what it truly means to abide in Jesus, and why we need to stop trying to earn God's love through perfect performance. If you've felt overwhelmed, burnt out, or like you're doing all the things for God but missing time with God, this episode is for you.
In this episode:
Why being a "doer" might be keeping you from what matters most
The danger of trying to manipulate God through perfect prayers and works
How to surrender your body and health anxieties to God
What Romans 12:1-2 reveals about giving our bodies as living sacrifices
Why I'm shifting my podcast schedule to prioritize time with Jesus
Scripture references: Psalm 18, Luke 10:38-42, John 15:4, Romans 12:1-2
A note about my schedule: For January, I'll be posting every other week to create more space for sitting with God and writing devotionals. 
Want more encouragement? Sign up for my weekly newsletter at https://inspiredmotherhood.myflodesk.com/youtube and check out my YouVersion devotionals on the Bible app (https://www.bible.com/organizations/54ff29ef-f53a-4d31-be4c-350ccb21ce3f)

The Fear of the Lord: Your Secret Weapon for Hearing God Clearly

Do you long to hear God’s voice but feel like He’s distant? In this episode, I share the key to hearing God clearly and it starts with understanding the fear of the Lord.
This isn’t fear like anxiety or worry; it’s reverence, awe, and a heart posture that draws you into His presence. I share scripture, studies, and practical insights to help you cultivate a lifestyle where God speaks, His Spirit moves, and you walk in wisdom and peace.
In This Episode:✅ What the fear of the Lord really means and why it’s the beginning of wisdom✅ How a correct heart posture transforms prayer and worship✅ Why we often hear the wrong voices and miss God’s guidance✅ How to stop fearing man and start fearing God
📖 Scriptures Mentioned:Proverbs 9:10 Proverbs 29:25Deuteronomy 1:26 
✨ Connect with Lauren:Mentoring: laurengaines.com/mentorshipBook: Unshakable Kids — amzn.to/47RXSSMInstagram: @inspired.motherhoodWebsite: laurengaines.com

Healed from a Rare One-in-a-Million Tumor: My Miracle Story

A few years ago, I was driving down the highway in tears, terrified about a rare tumor diagnosis. One year later, I was on that same road crying again... but this time praising God for His miraculous healing.
Today I'm sharing my complete healing testimony from discovering a one-in-a-million desmoid tumor, to battling fear and the enemy's lies, to watching God shrink that mass and bless me with a miracle baby the doctors said I shouldn't have.
In This Episode:
My scary diagnosis and the "why me?" spiral
How I fought back with Scripture and prayer
Why I got pregnant when doctors said not to
The healing God brought over time
Encouragement for your own healing journey
Healing Scriptures I listened to: https://youtu.be/0gQILVCBH8k?si=SH0DaXyx_mNZRD_4 and https://youtu.be/i_aTqy_v_0M?si=B1QfwwLl8-Y6XBdN
If you're facing a health challenge, feeling like God is far away, or waiting for your miracle this episode is for you. Healing is yours. By His stripes, you are healed.
Connect with Lauren:Mentoring: laurengaines.com/mentorshipBook: Unshakable Kids — amzn.to/47RXSSMInstagram: @inspired.motherhoodWebsite: laurengaines.com

Is Your Home Filled With Victory or Defeat?

Is your home fostering victory… or quietly slipping into defeat? In this episode, we wrap up the Peaceful Home series by looking at the spiritual atmosphere of your home and the role you play in shaping it.
We talk about:• How the words you speak set the tone for your home• Why worship and praise shift the atmosphere instantly• What constant media, news, and background noise do to your spirit• Why five minutes with God isn’t enough for the week• How to build a home where God’s presence feels welcome• Practical ways to protect what comes into your heart and mind
If you’ve been craving a home filled with peace, joy, and God’s presence this episode will gently challenge and encourage you to create a place where victory can flourish.
At the end, I’ll also share a simple question to help you invite more of God’s presence into your home this week.
 
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7 Chaos Cycles You’re Stuck In (And Don’t Even Know It)

✨ Mentoring: https://laurengaines.com/mentorship/
Feeling overwhelmed by a messy, chaotic home no matter how hard you try? You might be stuck in hidden chaos cycles that drain your peace, steal your time, and leave you feeling spiritually and emotionally exhausted.
In today’s episode, we’re getting real about the everyday patterns that keep your home (and heart) in survival mode. These cycles are subtle, but they’re powerful and most moms don’t even realize they’re operating in them.Show notes! 📝 We’ll talk about in this episode:
✨ The phone distractions that pull your attention away ✨ Why “I’ll do it later” keeps you overwhelmed✨ Comfort habits that quietly sabotage your home ✨ The hard truth about busyness and lack of rest ✨ Why clutter creates spiritual and emotional stress ✨ How to ask for help without guilt ✨ And how to finally break the cycles and create a peaceful, Spirit-led homeIf you’re a Christian mom longing for more order, more clarity, and more of God’s peace in your home, this episode is for you.
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a mama who needs to hear this! 👋 Connect with Lauren: 📧 Email me your questions or testimony: lauren@inspired-motherhood.com 📱 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspired.motherhood/🌐 Visit my websites: laurengaines.com and inspired-motherhood.com

The Joy of the Lord Is My Strength — Not My Coffee Cup

When life gets hard, what do you reach for: coffee, your phone, Netflix, or the presence of God?
In today’s episode of Fully Immersed, we’re diving into what it really means for the joy of the Lord to be your strength. We’ll talk about how to build a peaceful home rooted in God’s presence, how to stop numbing your emotions with temporary fixes, and how true joy can renew your spirit and transform your family.
 
✨ In this episode:
Why comfort habits (coffee, wine, screens) can’t fill the void in our hearts
The biblical meaning of “The joy of the Lord is your strength” (Nehemiah 8)
Practical ways to restore joy through worship and quiet time with God
How a joyful mom creates a peaceful, faith-filled home
📖 Key Verses: Nehemiah 8:10, Proverbs 17:22
 
You were made for more than survival. Step into peace and purpose through my Fully Immersed Mentorship → laurengaines.com/mentorship
LINKS:🌐 Mentorship Info: laurengaines.com/mentorship 📱 Connect on Instagram: [@inspired.motherhood] 📖 My book "Unshakable Kids": [https://amzn.to/40GgrXg]

Stop Exploding at Your Family: Biblical Communication Tips

Do you find yourself losing your temper the moment your husband walks through the door? Or snapping at your kids over small things? You're not alone and there's a better way.
In this episode, we're diving into what the Bible says about being a quarrelsome wife (yes, it's convicting!) and how we as women set the atmosphere of our homes. Proverbs warns us that a quarrelsome wife can tear down even the loveliest home, but the good news is we can learn to build it up instead.
I'm sharing a personal story from early in my marriage when I would explode at my husband for being late to dinner, and how we learned to communicate in a way that brought peace instead of conflict. You'll learn the simple "I-statement vs. you-statement" technique that changed everything for us and how you can teach it to your kids too.
A peaceful home isn't about having the right decor or enough money, it's about your heart. Let's talk about how to create that refuge your family craves.
In this episode:
What Proverbs says about the quarrelsome wife (and why it matters)
The communication technique that stops arguments before they start
How to express hurt feelings without putting your spouse on the defensive
Why peace cannot coexist with contention in your home
Let's build homes our families actually want to come home to.

God Called Me to Mentor Moms: Here’s What That Looks Like

You weren't meant to do this alone.
For months, I've been working on something behind the scenes that I'm finally ready to share with you. After publishing my first book and feeling stuck about what's next, God led me on an unexpected journey into mentorship and it changed everything.
In this episode, I'm sharing:
How I found my mentor (Dr. Jamie Morgan) through a divine appointment
Why I went through Trail Blazers mentoring school and became a certified mentor
The struggles I faced in the book writing world and why mentorship matters
What my new mentorship program looks like and who it's for
A powerful story about two women in their 70s who prayed me through a health crisis
This mentorship is for you if:
You know there's more but aren't sure how to get there
You feel overwhelmed or easily flustered by life's demands
You're a harsh critic of yourself
You struggle to hear God's voice clearly
You love motherhood but feel called to something more
You're unsure of your gifts, purpose, or how God wants to use you this season
✨ Learn more or book your free 20-minute discovery call → https://laurengaines.com/mentorship
Whether you want to write a book, start a podcast, launch an online ministry, draw closer to God, or simply talk through the hard parts of motherhood, I'd love to walk alongside you.
LINKS: 🌐 Mentorship Info: laurengaines.com/mentorship 📱 Connect on Instagram: [@inspired.motherhood] 📖 My book "Unshakable Kids": [https://amzn.to/40GgrXg]]

I Spent My 30th Birthday Crying—Here’s What My 40th Taught Me

Have you ever built something up in your mind, only to be completely let down when reality didn’t match your expectations? In this episode, I’m sharing the story of my 30th birthday (how I spent the day in tears) and what turning 40 taught me about peace, perspective, and letting go of the pressure to have it all together.
We’ll talk about how unmet expectations can steal our joy, why it’s okay to ask for what we need, and how surrendering our plans to God leads to deeper contentment and freedom. You’ll also learn a simple reflection exercise that can help you see where your values and priorities truly lie.
If you’ve ever felt disappointed, unseen, or weary from trying to make life look a certain way, this episode will remind you that God is faithful in every season and He’s shaping something beautiful, even when things don’t go as planned.
🥳 Post with 40 Reflections from 40!: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP1JevVEXv5/?img_index=1
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/inspired.motherhood/Website → https://laurengaines.com

Why Your Best Efforts Aren’t Enough

Are you exhausted from trying so hard to “do it all” and feeling like nothing is working? In this episode, I’m sharing why our best efforts alone aren’t enough and how leaning on God’s wisdom and guidance can completely change the outcome.
Using the story of David and the Ark of the Covenant, we’ll explore why good intentions aren’t enough, how seeking God first leads to favor and blessing, and practical ways to ask Him for wisdom in parenting, ministry, and life.
If you’ve been frustrated, exhausted, or questioning why your efforts aren’t producing fruit, this episode is for YOU.
Scriptures referenced: 1 Chronicles 13 | 1 Chronicles 15 | 1 Samuel 6 | Proverbs 3:5-6 | Philippians 4:8
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/inspired.motherhood/Website → https://laurengaines.com