Today, on the Rebuilding from the Roots episode series we’re diving into Ephesians 2:8–10 to dismantle the "hustle culture" of modern faith. We explore the life-changing truth that grace isn’t just the starting line—it’s the foundation that sustains us on our messiest days. We’ll talk about:

• The difference between being saved by works and being saved for works.

• Why we default to "Maintenance Mode" in our faith.

• What it means to be God’s Poiema—His intentional, unhurried masterpiece.

It’s time to stop striving for a seat at the table that already has your name on it. Come sit with the Word and remember that you don't obey to be loved; you obey because you are loved.

Connect with Me:

• Join the March Grounding Journey: I’m sharing daily devotional moments all month long to help us rebuild intimacy with God. Follow along on Instagram: @intenntional

• Personalized Devotionals: Mark your calendars! The waitlist for personalized devotionals opens on February 27th.

• Easter Devotional: Stay tuned for the 5-day Easter devotional release coming soon.

• Website: www.intenntional.com (Update with your actual URL if different!)

Journaling Prompt from Today’s Episode: “Where in my relationship with God have I been striving instead of resting?”

Are you tired of feeling like you’re failing at your faith?

If you’ve been living in a cycle of "I’ll pray more tomorrow," or "I’ll reconnect with God once I get my life together," this episode is for you. We often treat our relationship with God like a performance review, constantly checking our spiritual stats and wondering why we don't feel "good enough."

In this debut episode, we’re tearing down the "performance mode" and laying a new foundation based on one life-altering truth: You were loved before you ever tried.

Inside this episode, we’re getting honest about:

• The difference between being physically tired and being soul-tired.

• Why we default to "hustle culture" in our quiet time.

• The "scandalous" truth of Romans 5:8—that Jesus chose your worst day, not your filtered version.

• How to stop hiding from God when life gets messy.

If you’re a busy parent, an overwhelmed professional, or just someone who hasn't opened their Bible in a while and feels the weight of that silence—you are not behind. You are exactly where you need to be.

Grab a coffee (or that laundry basket), take a deep breath, and let’s sit with the Word together. It’s time to stop striving and start resting in a love that isn't earned.

In this episode:

• [02:15] The "Soul-Tired" Check-in: Why you feel like you're failing.

• [06:40] Breaking down Romans 5:8—The love that came before the apology.

• [11:20] The "Worst Day" Visualization: Seeing yourself through His eyes.

• [13:45] A journaling prompt to help you release the pressure.

Connect with Me:I’m walking through a daily devotional series for the month of March over on Instagram [@intenntional]. Come join a community of people rebuilding their intimacy with God, one "unfiltered" day at a time.

Welcome to in|TENN|tional with God—a space created for slowing down, tuning out the noise, and intentionally turning our hearts toward God.

In this introductory episode, Tenn-Lai shares the heart behind the podcast, the meaning of intentional faith, and who this space is for. This episode sets the tone for what’s to come—Scripture-rooted conversations, thoughtful reflection, and encouragement for those desiring depth over routine and presence over performance.

Whether you’re feeling spiritually stretched, longing for deeper intimacy with God, or simply needing a quiet place to return to truth, this podcast was created with you in mind.

New episodes release every Wednesday.
Come as you are. Walk intentionally with God.