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The Purpose Effect
You were created for a purpose—discover how to live it with intention. Hosted by Alesha Limbo and David Rosenfeldt, The Purpose Effect dives into identity, faith, awareness, healing, and the daily disciplines that unlock a purpose-driven life. These conversations help you understand your calling—and confidently walk it out.
Episodes
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234: Purpose and Intentional Living
FAITH WITHOUT ACTION CHANGES NOTHING | PROVERBS 4 Are you living your faith, or are you simply reading about it? What happens when the bills are due, the…
The Purpose Effect233: Building Beyond the Business: Faith, AI and Purpose with Elias Curtis
Elias Curtis is the founder of Transformed Design Inc., a certified biblical counselor and the author of Building Beyond the Business. He joins Alesha to talk…
The Purpose Effect232: Pour Out to Be Filled: Living Your Purpose and Identity in Christ
Do you feel like your past disqualifies you, or that your life has no real purpose? In this Christian podcast episode, Alesha Limbo and David Rosenfeldt share…
The Purpose Effect231: Too Dumb to Quit: From Worst Soldier to Comeback Coach with Richard Kaufman
Army veteran Richard Kaufman served 23 years. He was discharged once for addiction, found a new purpose after 9/11, and lost most of his sight in a training…
The Purpose Effect230: Defined by Faith
YOUR PAST DOESN'T DEFINE YOU. GOD DOES. What happens when the people closest to you refuse to recognize the man you've become? What happens when they keep…
The Purpose EffectFinding Purpose Through Suffering: George Bryant on Faith, Ultramarathons & Authentic Leadership
In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with George Bryant — Marine veteran, entrepreneur, and founder of the Everyday Entrepreneur…
The Purpose Effect228: Be Bold in Your Faith: Purpose, Prayer & Transformation
In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha and David reflect on personal transformation, Christian identity, prayer, and what it means to pursue…
The Purpose EffectFinding Comfort & Purpose in Hardship | What 2 Corinthians Teaches Us About Grace in Weakness
Are you walking through a season that feels overwhelming, discouraging, or just plain hard? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha Limbo…
The Purpose Effect226: Living for Purpose Over Pleasure: Why Chasing Happiness Is Making You Miserable
Are you doing everything society says will make you happy — and still feeling empty? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, hosts Alesha and David tackle the…
The Purpose Effect225: It Stops With Me: Breaking Generational Chains Through Faith
THE 3 MOST DANGEROUS WORDS A MAN CAN SAY: "I'VE GOT THIS" What if the very thing you think makes you strong is actually keeping you weak? Men are taught to…
The Purpose Effect223: You Are His Masterpiece: Finding Your True Identity in Christ
Have you ever looked in the mirror and still seen the old you? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha and David get real about the messy…
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222: Consistency + Effort = Success
Consistency + Effort = Success Success isn't built in one great day. Neither is your faith. Neither is your emotional health. Neither is your physical health…
The Purpose Effect221: Who Are You in Christ? The Identity Shift That Changes Everything
Are you living as who God says you are — or who the world says you are? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, we dive deep into what it truly means…
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220: We are defined by our actions, The pivot.
What do you do when things don't go the way you planned? Do you spiral? Get angry? Start beating yourself up? Do you start asking, “Why does this always happen…
The Purpose Effect219: Being Different Is Your Superpower: John Kippen's Journey from Brain Tumor to Master Magician
After a brain tumor surgery left half his face paralyzed, John Kippen spent 12 years hiding from the world. Then he rediscovered his childhood love of magic —…
The Purpose Effect218: Finding Purpose Through Pain: How God Uses Erosion to Polish Your Soul
Are you going through a season of pain, growth, or spiritual transformation? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, hosts Alesha and David dive deep…
The Purpose Effect217: Dr. Kimberly Olson on Faith, Motherhood & Living a Purpose-Driven Life
In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with Dr. Kimberly Olson — eight-figure entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and founder of Gold…
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216: Intentional Forgiving; Don't eat the poison
In this episode, the host shares a personal journey through forgiveness, faith, and living intentionally. He explores biblical teachings on forgiveness…
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215: "Forgiving Yourself: The Key to Living a Purpose-Driven Christian Life
In this episode of The Purpose Effect, hosts Alesha and David dive deep into the power of self-forgiveness, God's grace, and what it truly means to live with…
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214: Exceptional Leadership Isn't a Personality — 7 Biblical Keys to Lead w/ Influence, Not Position
What does it truly mean to lead with purpose? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, Alicia unpacks what exceptional leadership really looks like — drawing…
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213: Living With Purpose: Faith, Gratitude & Intentional Living
Join Alesha and David on The Purpose Effect podcast as they get honest, intentional, and aligned with the life God has designed for them. In this episode, they…
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212: STOP TRYING. START DOING. | Intentional Habits That Build a Purposeful Life
What are you doing every single day that proves you're serious about becoming the man God is calling you to be? Motivation is emotional. Discipline is…
The Purpose Effect211: Living with Purpose: Alesha's Guide to Radically Committed Faith & Intentional Living
Feeling like you're just floating through life? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha shares honest, faith-driven encouragement to help you live…
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210: Who wins when you lean into the hard
What happens when life stops being comfortable? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, David gets personal about walking through his own wilderness—anger…
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209: Embrace the Hard: Growing Through Discomfort with God-Given Purpose
In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha shares raw, honest insights on personal growth, faith, and living with intention and purpose. Fresh…
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208: Finding Beauty in the Wilderness: How to Grow Through Life's Hardest Seasons
Are you in a wilderness season — feeling weighed down, overwhelmed, and like there's no end in sight? You're not alone. In this powerful Rise and Thrive Friday…
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207: The Wilderness preparation not punishment
What if the wilderness isn’t where God sent you to punish you—but where He brought you to prepare you? This week on The Purpose Effect, we’re talking about the…
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206: The Power of the Wilderness: Why God Leads You Through It, Not Around It
Are you feeling stuck, alone, or like life is one constant uphill battle? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha dives deep into what it truly…
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205: Experiencing God: From Knowing About Him to Actually Living It
In this episode of The Purpose Effect, hosts Alesha and David get real about the difference between knowing of God and truly experiencing Him. David joins from…
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204: When Weakness Becomes God’s Strength | Finding Grace in the Hardest Moments
There are moments in life when we feel weak, overwhelmed, and completely unequipped for what stands before us. Those moments often feel like failure—but what…
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203: Stop Drifting, Start Living: How Awareness, Purpose & Dreaming Big Will Transform Your Life
Are you going through life on autopilot — reacting to circumstances instead of intentionally creating the life God designed for you? In this episode of The…
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202: Is Fun Your Idol? Reclaiming Purpose Over Pleasure
What if the fun you've been chasing is actually keeping you stuck? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha and David get real about the difference…
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202: Evolution, trust in God; grab a gear and hang on!
Evolution, Trust in God: Grab a Gear and Hang On. In this episode of The Purpose Effect, we talk about what it looks like to let God evolve your life—shifting…
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201: Trusting God When You Can't See the Plan | Faith, Purpose & Leaving the Safe Road with Lisa
What does it look like to say yes to God even when it makes zero sense? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with Lisa — a mom…
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Wahoo 100 Episodes! How God Transforms Ordinary Lives Into Purpose-Driven Journeys
We made it to 100 episodes! 🎉 In this milestone celebration, hosts Alesha and David take a look back at how The Purpose Effect was born — from a chance meeting…
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199: Growth, Grieving and Resilience
In episode 199 of The Purpose Effect, host David Rosenfeldt opens up about a bittersweet season of life where deep growth, grief, and resilience are all…
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198: How to Trust God With Your Purpose | Lessons from Hannah's Prayer (1 Samuel 1)
Are you struggling to find your purpose — or afraid to surrender it once God gives it to you? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha dives deep…
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197: Stop Carrying the rocks! Perspective, Purpose and my journey
What burdens are you carrying that God never intended for you to bear? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, David Rosenfeldt shares a deeply personal…
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196: You Don't Have to Prove Your Life Matters | 2026 Commencement Speech
What if the most important question after graduation isn't what you're going to do — but who you're going to become? In this powerful episode of The Purpose…
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195: Stop Being a Covert Christian: How Real Spiritual Growth Actually Works
In this episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha and David get real about what it truly means to live as a follower of Christ — beyond Sunday morning and beyond…
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194: Living with Cerebral Palsy and Finding Purpose | Brianne Alley on The Purpose Effect
In this inspiring episode of The Purpose Effect podcast, host Alesha sits down with her longtime friend Brianne Alley to talk about living with cerebral palsy…
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193: Breaking the Patterns That Have Broken You
We all have habits we didn't choose — reactions we've rehearsed for decades, impatience we can't shake, tempers we thought we'd tamed. In this episode, Alesha…
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192: Health, Wealth and Healing
In this episode of The Purpose Effect Podcast, host David Rosenfeldt shares a powerful, faith‑based reflection on health, wealth, and healing from a Christian…
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191: How to Live with Purpose and Intention When Life Gets Hard
Are you just floating through life, reacting instead of living with intention? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha dives into one of the most…
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190: Finding Rest in the Chaos: Coming to God When Life Feels Overwhelming
In this special Saturday episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha shares a raw and honest look at the overwhelming seasons of life — from land development…
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189: Fear God, Trust God, Live Free: Faith, Resilience & Purpose on America's 250th Birthday
What does it really mean to fear God — and why does it actually set you free? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha and David dive deep into…
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188: From Loving God to Fearing Him: The Missing Key to Walking in Purpose, Peace & Power
What if the reason you're feeling stuck, anxious, or disconnected from God's promises comes down to one missing piece — the fear of the Lord? In this powerful…
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185: Perseverance, Perspective and Purpose June 19, 2026
David explores how perseverance, godly perspective, and living on purpose transform suffering into hope, healing, and daily faith-filled action. Episode…
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186: Faith Over Fear: Living With Purpose, Clarity & God-Given Direction
What happens when God keeps downloading wisdom to your heart — but fear holds you back from sharing it? In this powerful episode of The Purpose Effect, host…
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184: The Disconnect That's Keeping You Stuck | Mind, Body & Faith Alignment for a Purpose-Driven Life
Are you going through the motions but feeling like something is missing? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha breaks down the three hidden layers…
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183: Whispers of Truth: Living with Purpose, Faith & Intention When the World Is Full of Noise
In a world where lies are screamed and truth comes in whispers, how do you find your way back to what really matters? In this raw, unscripted conversation…
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182 Time perspective and perception, June 10, 2026
Purpose Effect podcast – “Time, Perspective, and Perception” Host: David | Theme: Christian personal growth, time stewardship, intentional living In this…
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181: How to Build High Impact Habits & Live with Purpose | Brandon Hintz
What does it really take to stop floating through life and start living with intention? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha sits down with…
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180: Stop Floating, Start Living: The Power of Consistency, Fearing God, and Living with Purpose
What does it really mean to fear God — and why could it be the key to unlocking a life of purpose, clarity, and lasting results? In this episode of The Purpose…
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178: From Engineer to Musician: Aaron Hedges on Purpose, Faith & 30 Years of Living His Calling
What happens when a top engineering student walks away from a prestigious career path to follow his true calling? In this powerful episode of The Purpose…
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179: Salt: historical, cultural, biblical
In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host David Rosenfeldt delivers a mid-week reflection centered on the multifaceted metaphor of salt. Moving away from…
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177: Small Steps, Big Life: Daily Habits That Unlock Your Purpose
What if the secret to living with purpose wasn't some massive life overhaul — but the small, intentional choices you make every single day? In this Friday…
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176: How to Walk Through Hard Times with Peace & Purpose | Philippians 4
Are you struggling with anxiety, hard seasons, or feeling stuck in survival mode? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, host Alesha unpacks Philippians 4:4-9…
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175: Why Your Perspective Is the Only Success Metric That Matters | The Purpose Effect
What if everything you thought about success and failure was wrong? In this episode of The Purpose Effect, Alesha and David get raw and real about the one…
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174: When Success is Simple
In this episode of The Purpose Effect, David unpacks the simple but powerful truth that success is built on consistency, not perfection. Drawing from research…