Series
Welcome to The Girl in the Pew Series
Life rarely moves in a straight line. We all walk through seasons of profound transition—whether it’s the turbulence of an unexpected career shift, the quiet internal battles of trusting again, or the profound journey of learning to yield control.
This space is a collection of reflections, conversations, and deep dives designed to meet you exactly where you are in your spiritual and personal journey. Across multiple platforms and formats, these series explore what it means to build resilience, find peace in the unknown, and embrace the spiritual adventures that shape us.
Before Stronger
People like to tell you that trials will make you stronger. But no one speaks about what happens before you get there. You don't just arrive at stronger. Before Stronger is an A to R series unpacking the emotions you encounter on the road to stronger.
Navigating Layoffs
Finding your footing when the ground shakes is hard. But an unexpected landslide can land you right into the sovereign will of a loving God. You'll discover that you didn't fall; you were positioned.
- Layoff Series: Trembles & Turbulence
- Sovereign Shifts (layoffs): The Wonder & Wander
Wrestling with Trust
A series of disappointments makes it easy for you to start building walls and making vows. While trying to guard your heart feels like a smart move, keeping your guard up against a loving God is both foolish and dangerous. This is an honest and empathetic look at the temptation to pull away from the One who cares for you most—written by someone who knows.
A Journey of Surrender
We waste so much energy holding tight to dreams God never promised us. Insisting on the life we've planned leaves us emotionally and spiritually bankrupt. We are exhausted from trying to force open doors that were meant to be closed and stepping past the doors God opened. "Can two walk together, except they be agreed?" - Amos 3:3
The Girl in the Pew Series Takeaway
You don’t have to navigate these transitions in isolation. Every piece of content here is born from Philistia’s real, lived experiences. She offers to help you trade your quiet anxieties for a settled mind and a surrendered heart that brings true peace. Whether you need a quick moment of encouragement or a deeper exploration of faith and trust, find the message that speaks to where you are.