What does courage look like when fear is real and the stakes are high? In this episode, Peggy Teague explores the story of Jael from Judges 4—a woman whose decisive action turned the tide in Israel’s battle. Discover five powerful lessons about seizing God-given opportunities, using your resources wisely, prioritizing God over rules, and engaging in spiritual warfare with faith and boldness.

Key Takeaways

• Act on the opportunities God puts before you – When the moment comes, don’t hesitate. Trust that God equips you to step in.
• Use the tools and gifts you’ve been given – God provides what you need to fulfill His purpose, even if it doesn’t look conventional.
• Sometimes obedience requires breaking cultural rules – Following God may mean challenging norms or expectations to bring His justice.
• Let your highest motive be honoring God – Actions motivated by His glory carry eternal significance.
• Fight your spiritual battles with courage – Our struggle isn’t against people, but against sin and the forces of darkness.

Key Scriptures

• Judges 4:17-22
• Ephesians 6:12
• Colossians 2:13-15
• 1 Corinthians 10:31

This Week’s Invitation

Consider where God might be calling you to act boldly—even if it feels uncomfortable or risky. Ask Him for clarity, courage, and wisdom to use the gifts He’s given you, and let His glory be your highest goal. Walk in faith, trusting that He equips you for every step.

Ever feel called to step into a moment that scares you? God often chooses ordinary people for extraordinary purposes.

In this episode, Peggy Teague explores the story of Queen Esther—a woman who faced fear, risk, and uncertainty, yet stepped boldly into her God-given purpose to save her people. Learn how obedience, courage, and divine timing intersect to reveal God’s plans for your life.

Key Takeaways

• God places us exactly where we need to be for His plan to unfold.
• Courage isn’t the absence of fear; it’s taking the right step despite it.
• Obedience to God and wise counsel unlocks purpose and provision.
• Divine timing can turn setbacks into breakthroughs.
• Every person has a role in God’s plan—even when it feels risky or uncomfortable.

Key Scriptures

• Esther 4:14
• Esther 5:1-2
• Psalm 37:23
• Proverbs 3:5-6

This Week's Invitation

Reflect on the moments God may be calling you to step into, even when fear or uncertainty rises. Ask yourself: “Where might God be positioning me for such a time as this?” Pray for boldness, clarity, and obedience to follow His leading, trusting that He is orchestrating everything for His glory.

Life’s twists and losses can leave us wondering if we’ll ever find our place. God is walking with you, even when the path seems unclear. In this episode, Peggy Teague explores the story of Ruth, a woman who followed God into the unknown and discovered favor, purpose, and a new beginning.

Learn how God uses seasons of loss, obedience, and faith to guide you into His plan. Ruth’s journey reminds us that our past does not define our future, and even in foreign or difficult places, God is orchestrating His perfect plan. Step into trust, hope, and the abundant life He has prepared for you.

Key Takeaways

• God leads us even in uncertainty. Ruth’s journey reminds us that we are guided, even when we don’t know the full path.
• Obedience opens doors. Following God faithfully in small, everyday steps brings favor and provision.
• Loss is not the end. Seasons of grief can be the beginning of God’s redemptive work in our lives.
• Trust transforms perspective. Ruth moved from mourning to purpose when she trusted God’s plan.
• God ordains new beginnings. He positions us in the right place and surrounds us with the people and opportunities we need.

Key Scriptures

• Ruth 1:16
• Psalm 46:10
• Ruth 2:2-3
• Ruth 2:12
• Ruth 4:13-14

This Week’s Invitation

This week, take some time to reflect on areas of uncertainty in your life and surrender them to Him. Follow God faithfully in small ways, even when you can’t see the whole plan... Remember that loss or change can be the beginning of His redemptive work.

Feeling stuck, discouraged, or unsure of your next step? God’s light is enough—just enough to guide your next move.

In this episode, Peggy Teague shows how listening and obeying God—Shema—brings strength, hope, and restoration, even when life feels shaky.

Through the story of Jenny and a study of Haggai 2, discover how God’s presence sustains you, His glory is ahead, and small, faithful steps matter more than big, overwhelming leaps. Learn to trust God with the next step, not the whole path, and embrace His power, love, and sound mind in your daily walk.

Key Takeaways

• Faithfulness in small steps matters. God’s light—a lamp, not a floodlight—is enough to guide your next move.
• Shema: Listen and obey. Strength flows from hearing God and following His instructions.
• Trust during shaking seasons. God shakes what can be shaken to reveal what cannot be shaken.
• The latter glory will be greater. What seems small or discouraging now is preparing a future full of His glory.
• Walk in godly attributes. God gives power, love, and a sound mind—not fear—to navigate challenges.

Key Scriptures

• Haggai 2
• 1 John 4:4
• 1 Timothy 1:7

This Week’s Invitation

Take one faithful step today, trusting God to guide you: Pause and ask, “What is the next step You want me to take?” Then obey His leading, even in small ways—encourage a friend, help a neighbor, or serve quietly.

Feeling overwhelmed, weary, or unsure if you’re “enough”? You’re not alone—and God sees you. In this episode, Peggy Teague shows how true virtue isn’t perfection—it’s faithfulness, perseverance, and a heart rooted in God.

Discover how a Proverbs 31 woman speaks life, works with purpose, and cares for others—even in the hardest seasons. Learn practical steps to live intentionally, guard your words, and trust God when life feels heavy. If you want to rise above fear and exhaustion, this episode is your encouragement for the week.

Key Takeaways

• Virtue is perseverance, not perfection. True strength comes from trusting God, especially in difficult seasons.
• Faithfulness begins with reverence. A woman who fears the Lord builds her life on His guidance, not human approval.
• Words are powerful. Guard your speech; speak wisdom and life over your home and family.
• Work with purpose. Serve with excellence in whatever God has entrusted to you—household, ministry, or career.
• Care for others with grace. Strength and gentleness can coexist; show love even when life feels heavy.

Key Scripture

• Proverbs 31

This Week’s Invitation

Take one intentional step toward living as a Proverbs 31 woman today:

• Begin your day in prayer and Scripture, anchoring your heart in reverence for God.
• Pause before speaking and choose words that build, encourage, and reflect His wisdom.
• Serve with purpose and excellence in the small, often unseen moments.
• Trust God in your struggles and remember that perseverance in faithfulness is true virtue.

Fear may be loud—but it is not from God.

You were created to live with power, love, and a sound mind—not controlled by fear.

Fear is everywhere—but it was never meant to rule your life.

In this episode of Wisdom Words, Peggy Teague addresses one of the most common struggles we all face: fear.

Whether it’s fear of the future, failure, rejection, loss, or the unknown, fear has a way of quietly shaping our thoughts, decisions, and identity.

But God tells us clearly: fear is not from Him.

Rooted in 2 Timothy 1:7, this episode reveals the truth that God has already given us everything we need to overcome fear—His power, His love, and a sound mind. You’ll learn to recognize the difference between two types of fear: Yirah (awe and reverence for God) and Paha (fear rooted in dread and anxiety).

Through biblical examples, personal stories, and practical encouragement, Peggy reminds us that fear often grows from what we believe—and victory begins when we choose to trust God instead.

From the story of the widow’s oil to a child’s honest confession of fear, this episode gently calls you back to a place of surrender, trust, and confidence in God’s unfailing love.

Because when you truly know His love, fear loses its power.

Key Takeaways

• Fear is not from God—He gives power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7)
• There are two types of fear: Yirah (awe) and Paha (dread)
• Fear often grows from lies, assumptions, and lack of trust
• Trusting God is the antidote to fear
• God can multiply what you have—no matter how small
• Perfect love casts out fear

Key Scripture

• 2 Timothy 1:7
• Psalm 56:3
• Proverbs 3:5–6
• Isaiah 41:10
• 1 John 4:18
• Psalm 91:5

This Week’s Invitation

When fear rises, pause and ask: “What am I believing—and is it true?”

Choose to trust God. Speak His Word over your situation. Let His love replace your fear.

Everything in your life flows from your heart—so what are you allowing in?

Wisdom begins when you intentionally guard your heart and choose God’s presence over distraction.

How do we develop a heart of wisdom?

In this episode of Wisdom Words, Peggy Teague explores the quiet, powerful process of cultivating wisdom from the inside out. Through a touching story about her grandmother’s garden, she reveals a profound truth: when the heart changes, everything changes.

Rooted in Proverbs 4:23, this episode challenges us to take inventory of what we allow into our hearts—through our thoughts, conversations, and daily habits. Are we feeding faith, or feeding fear?

You’ll be reminded that wisdom doesn’t come instantly—it grows through daily choices. Peggy also shares a personal story of learning to trust God more deeply, even when circumstances feel uncertain.

Finally, we look at the story of Mary and Martha and uncover one of the greatest hindrances to wisdom: busyness. When life feels overwhelming, the invitation is simple—come back to the feet of Jesus.

This episode is a call to slow down, refocus, and cultivate a heart that is fully surrendered to God.

Key Takeaways

• Everything in your life flows from your heart (Proverbs 4:23)
• Wisdom is cultivated daily through intentional choices
• What you feed your heart—faith or fear—matters deeply
• Busyness can hinder your ability to experience God’s presence
• True wisdom begins with surrender and trust in God

Key Scripture

• Proverbs 4:23
• Proverbs 9:10
• Luke 10:38–42 (Mary & Martha)
• Jeremiah 33:3

This Week’s Invitation

Take time to pause and guard your heart. Choose stillness over busyness. Ask God to develop a heart of wisdom within you.

Your words carry power—more than you realize.

What you speak can shape your atmosphere, reveal your heart, and draw you deeper into the presence of God.

In this first episode of Wisdom Words, Peggy Teague explores the life-changing truth that our words are not casual—they are powerful. Through a heartfelt story and biblical insight, we are reminded that our speech can either plant seeds of life or sow seeds of destruction.

This episode introduces the foundational “wisdom word” Yirah (awe)—a reverent, worshipful fear of the Lord that draws us closer to Him. True wisdom doesn’t begin with knowledge or effort, but with a heart that stands in awe of who God is.

As we grow in spiritual maturity, we are called to move beyond old habits, renew our minds, and become intentional with both our thoughts and our words. When we align our speech with God’s truth, we begin to see transformation—not only within ourselves, but in the atmosphere around us.

This week, you are invited to slow down, consider your ways, and step into a deeper awareness of God’s presence in your everyday life.

Key Takeaways

• Your words have the power to bring life or death (Proverbs 18:21)
• Spiritual maturity requires intentional growth and renewed thinking
• Wisdom begins with awe (Yirah)—a reverent awareness of God
• Your thoughts and words shape your environment
• Waiting seasons are opportunities to deepen trust and intimacy with God

Key Scriptures

• Proverbs 18:21
• Romans 12:1–2
• Proverbs 9:10
• Matthew 12:36
• Psalm 63:8
• Hebrews 1:14

This Week’s Invitation

Pause before you speak. Choose words that plant life. Meditate on Proverbs 9:10 and ask God to deepen your awe of Him.