Have you ever felt lost in a spiritual wilderness, wondering if God has forgotten you?

In this tender and timely episode of eighth & GRACE, Brandy sits down with Kristel Acevedo, author of A Way in the Wilderness and Discipleship Director at Transformation Church, for a conversatoon full of presence, wisdom, and Spirit - filled hope.

This one's for the woman who's faithful but tired. Curious but unsure. Present but still questioning her place in the story.

Together, we chat about:

• Why wilderness seasons are necessary for spiritual growth
• How God meets us in hidden, quiet places
• The power of biblical hospitality and compassion in multiethnic community
• How to discern God's work when it all feels like He isn't moving at all

Kristel, a Nicaraguan, born in Honduras, and raised in Miami - is a true beautiful mosaic of culture and calling. She's a leader, pastor's wife, and mom sharing her story of idenity, formation, and what it means to walk with God in dry seasons.

She offers this gentle, Spirit -filled whispered reminder: You are not lost in the wilderness. You are being led.

Even here, even now- the wilderness can be holy ground. He is making a way.

Bonus: She shares her favorite beauty product, a word to her 18-year old self, and what she would say to the woman who feels overlooked and underqualified.

If this episode meets you in your own quiet season: Grab A Way in the Wilderness by Kristel Acevedo

Follow Kristel on https://instagram.com/kristelace

If you want Brandy to speak at your event or be a guest on the podcast: myeighthandgrace@gmail.com

What if grace isn't waiting for us at the end of the to-do list, but right in the middle of the mess?

In this episode, Brandy sits down with ministry leader and mama of five, Emilie McCormack, for a real, raw, and grace-drenched conversation about motherhood, ministry, and letting go of the pressure to be everyone's savior. From juggling family life and leadership at Breakaway Ministries to finding sacred ground in the everyday, Emilie brings wisdom, laughter, and a whole lot of Jesus.

Together, we talk about:

• Embracing the "messy middle" seasons
• Tuning into God's voice in ordinary moments
• Why home is our first ministry
• The myth of balance and how to let it go
• Dismantling the savior complex ( you can rest now, sis)

Whetheryou're folding laundry, driving carpool, or feeling stretched too thin- this episode will remind you that grace is not only enough.... it's already here. Always.

Pull up a chair, hit play, and let your soul breaathe. You're in good company.

To connect with Emilie: https://instagram.com/emiliemccormack

If this episode met you right in the middle of your mess, I'd love to keep walking with you.

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Want to be a guest on the podcast or have me in yours? I'd love to hear from you! Head to my Contact page: https://www.brandyadawson.com

Want me to speak at your event, women's retreat, or church: email me at myeighthandgrace@gmail.com

There's alot going on right now- in the world, in the group chat, in your heart... and even in Target's seasonal isle.

What About This? An unfiltered extension of eighth & GRACE - where theology meets real life, and sacred conversations unfold in the messy middle.

There’s a lot going on right now- in the world, in the group chat, in your heart… and even in Target’s seasonal aisle.

In today’s episode, Brandy shares a tender and timely word about protecting your peace in a loud, opinion-saturated world and why guarding your eyes, ears, and heart is not just wise, it’s holy.

From the swirl of headlines to the pressure to shrink your joy (or your body) just to be seen, this episode unpacks:

• Why you don’t need to edit your soul to fit the scroll
• How to set boundaries with content that’s not life-giving
• A prophetic summer manifesto you didn’t know you needed
• Simple rhythms for peace, joy, and sacred presence

You’re not too sensitive, you’re spiritually awake. Let this episode remind you: you were made for joy, for truth, and for freedom.

Summer Manifesto link

Download this month’s Grace List Goals Guide + Summer Manifesto in the show notes on my website: https://www.brandyadawson.com

Breath prayers, bold truth, wisdom, this one’s for the woman reclaiming peace, presence, and holy space.