In this powerful Summer Throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Christian Life Coach Melissa Batt opens up about one of her longest-standing insecurities—her broad shoulders—and the beautiful, redemptive work God did through them.

What started as a physical insecurity became a sacred moment of purpose when Melissa helped care for her dying grandmother. This story is not just about body image; it’s about every woman who has ever felt “too much” or “not enough.”

Melissa shares how God can use what we try to hide, even the parts we wish were different, for His glory and for the healing of others. Get ready for a vulnerable, hope-filled reminder that nothing in your story is wasted.

If you’ve ever struggled with insecurities, body image, or feeling like your weaknesses disqualify you, this episode will speak straight to your heart.

• [00:02] - Welcome & Real Talk About Insecurities Melissa shares how God began healing deep-rooted insecurities, including those tied to her physical appearance and mental health struggles.

• [03:47] - Naming the Lies We Believe She reflects on the lies she told herself for years—about worth, value, and being seen—and how God began rewriting those false narratives.

• [06:10] - The Insecurity That Held Her Back: Her Shoulders Melissa opens up about decades of hiding her broad shoulders, only to realize God had a purpose for them she couldn’t have imagined.

• [11:58] - The Sacred Moment That Changed Everything Melissa recounts the moment her dying grandmother felt safe and secure—because of the very thing Melissa always tried to hide.

• [17:36] - Praying for Gentleness and Receiving Unexpected Purpose God used this experience to grow gentleness in her and reveal how He uses every detail—even the ones we dislike—for His plan.

• [21:24] - From Shame to Surrender Melissa encourages listeners to stop hiding their insecurities and begin surrendering them to God, knowing He can use them for good.

• [25:12] - Let the Tears Fall & Let the Healing Begin Tears are not weakness. Melissa invites listeners to stop holding their breath, let themselves feel, and let God start the healing process.

Is your insecurity holding you back? You’re not alone. Let's chat about it. Reach out to Melissa today at melissabattcoaching@gmail.com

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In this special summer throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Christian Life Coach Melissa Batt dives into the deeper reason so many women feel disconnected from God—and what to do about it. If you've been overwhelmed, exhausted, and struggling to hear God's voice, you're not alone… and you can get back on track.

Melissa shares personal reflections from a sugar fast and how it opened her ears to spiritual clarity like never before. She unpacks four powerful reasons you might be spiritually stuck—and reveals what it means to truly get your house in order (hint: it’s not just about your physical home).

This episode will challenge and encourage you to examine your relationship with God, your daily distractions, and your willingness to speak up when He nudges you. It's time to break survival mode, quiet the noise, and get back to the voice of truth.

Key Takeaways:

• [01:08] - How Fasting Helps You Hear God Melissa shares how a 21-day sugar fast clarified her connection with God—and why fasting isn’t about God speaking more, but you listening better.

• [04:17] - The Prophetic Gift You Might Be Ignoring How a podcast episode with Christy Wright helped Melissa recognize a spiritual gift she had been hesitant to name.

• [08:28] - Why God Is Calling You to Speak Up Now It doesn’t start on a stage—it starts in private obedience. Melissa shares how God is inviting His daughters to use their voices in new ways.

• [10:40] - 4 Spiritual Concerns God Revealed Melissa outlines four reasons so many Christians can’t hear from God: noise, lack of time with Him, insecurity, and misplaced priorities.

• [17:21] - Is Your Wagon Exposed? A deep dive into the “circle the wagon” metaphor—what it means to get your life, home, and heart in order before spiritual attack hits.

• [23:47] - Jeremiah’s Insecurities and Yours Melissa connects her story (and yours) with Jeremiah’s calling—and what it looks like when God equips you to speak boldly even when you feel unqualified.

• [29:30] - What Walls Are Missing in Your Life? The four “walls” God showed Melissa—faith, finances, health, and home—and why ignoring them leaves you vulnerable to distraction and attack.

• [33:17] - Are You Pointing People to Jesus? Melissa challenges you to evaluate how you show up online and in person—and whether your life reflects the hope and clarity you’ve been given.

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In this powerful summer throwback episode of Priorities on Purpose, Christian Life Coach Melissa Batt shares her personal journey of learning to speak up—even when it’s uncomfortable, costly, or feels completely out of character.

God-sized dreams often require God-sized courage. But what if the first step isn’t starting something new… it’s using your voice in small, obedient ways? Melissa opens up about the fears she had to overcome (hello insecurity, fear of judgment, and people-pleasing), the spiral of silence that holds so many women back, and the reminder that not speaking up can actually become a sin of omission.

She also shares a humbling real-life moment where she got it wrong—and what God showed her through it.

If you’ve ever felt like you were meant for more but stayed silent because of fear, doubt, or discomfort, this episode will remind you that your voice matters—and your obedience is part of the breakthrough.

Key Takeaways:

• [00:02] - Speaking Up When It’s Scary Melissa reflects on the first time she felt God telling her to speak up—and why it terrified her.

• [02:58] - Fear of Being Seen & Judged Why using your voice often feels risky, especially for those who’ve been overlooked or wounded.

• [05:10] - The Spiral of Silence How silence can unintentionally normalize things that go against truth, and what it means to break that cycle.

• [07:21] - You Are Worthy of the Calling Encouragement for the woman who doesn’t believe her voice matters (spoiler: it does).

• [13:24] - From Small Acts to Big Obedience Melissa shares how the early steps of obedience gave her courage to speak up in much harder situations later.

• [14:12] - When Silence Becomes a Sin Scriptural reminders (James 4:17, 1 John 4) of what God expects from us when using our voice.

• [18:50] - Counting the Cost & Preparing for the Call The importance of positioning yourself to obey God, even when the stakes are high.

• [21:09] - Why Melissa Left Direct Sales The behind-the-scenes story of leaving her successful business to pursue a heavier calling.

• [22:25] - When Speaking Up Goes Too Far A vulnerable moment of conviction and real talk about the fine line between boldness and drama.

• [26:42] - Speak Up. Let It Out. Be Stripped. Melissa shares a journal entry outlining three key seasons God led her through: using her voice, releasing emotions, and shedding false identity.

Could your voice be the very thing that brings breakthrough? Find out what’s holding you back by taking this free quiz: melissabatt.com/unstuck-quiz

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