If you need answers, you need an altar.

When life feels overwhelming, prayers seem unanswered, and your efforts produce no results, this message is for you. In this Bible study, Jaime Luce walks through 1 Kings 18 and Elijah’s confrontation with the prophets of Baal and shows a powerful truth:

If the altar is broken, the answers will not come.

If you are sacrificing to the wrong thing, the results will always disappoint.

Elijah did not ask God to send fire until the altar of the Lord was repaired. Many people are exhausted because they are giving their time and energy to things that cannot give life. Meanwhile, the altar God commanded stands neglected.

In this episode, you will learn:

• What a biblical altar truly represents

• Why your approach to God matters

• How humility positions you to hear from God

• Why worship without sacrifice leads to frustration

• How to rebuild what has been spiritually broken

• How God responds to a heart fully surrendered to Him

God is not silent. He is waiting.

Real answers begin where real surrender happens.

It is time to repair the altar.

Where to dive in:

(00:08) Rebuilding Your Altar

(13:24) Examining Our Altars for Success

(26:13) Repairing Your Approach to God

(38:25) Approaching God Boldly With Surrender

Scripture References:

• 1 Kings 18,
• 2 Samuel 24:24,
• Hebrews 4:14 to 16,,
• James 4:3 to 10
• Isaiah 55:8 to 9

Reflection Questions:

• Have I been expecting answers from the wrong altar?

• What needs to be surrendered in my life?

• Where is God calling me to draw near to Him again?

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

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Are you living for God part-time? In today’s message from 1 Kings 18, Jaime challenges us to take an honest look at where our devotion truly lies. Elijah asked the people of Israel, “How long will you falter between two opinions?” They knew who God was, yet their hearts and lives were divided.

This episode explores:

• Why we struggle to trust and follow God with our whole heart

• How modern believers can unknowingly fall into idolatry

• The difference between striving for empty sources of fulfillment and resting in the One true God

• What it means to rebuild the altar of the Lord in your own life

• How God responds when we call on Him with sincerity and faith

The false gods of this world demand everything and give nothing in return. But the living God responds in power when we turn fully toward Him. Today is an invitation to move out of lukewarm living and into a deeper, mature walk of obedience and relationship.

If this message encourages you, be sure to like the video, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to be reminded that God hears and answers His people.

Where to dive in:

(00:07) Challenging Being a Part-Time Christian

(16:18) The Power and Authority of God

(19:54) The Choice

(29:27) The Sacrificial Worship of False Gods

(37:40) Serving God vs. Baals

(48:45) Fully Surrendered to God's Will

(57:18) Seeking God's Manifest Presence

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

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In this episode of The Jaime Luce Podcast, we unpack Proverbs 1 and ask a sobering question: What does it really mean to be wise in an age overflowing with information, but starving for truth?

From social media noise to political confusion and false teaching, this episode calls believers to return to the fear of the Lord as the beginning of wisdom. Get practical insight on how to discern truth from deception, how to take personal responsibility for your spiritual life, and why ignorance is no longer an option for followers of Christ.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the chaos in the world, this episode will help you anchor your faith, sharpen your discernment, and walk boldly in God’s wisdom.

Where to dive in:

(00:08) Seeking Wisdom in a Chaotic World

(10:24) The Fear of God and Responsibility

(26:26) Responsibility and Wisdom in Life

(41:32) The Pursuit of Knowledge and Wisdom

(57:11) Encouraging Truth-Seeking on Social Media

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

Have you ever felt like giving up? In this episode of The Jaime Luce Podcast, Jaime delivers a heartfelt message for believers who are tired, discouraged, or ready to walk away from the fight of faith.

Drawing from 2 Samuel 23, Galatians 6:9, and 1 Thessalonians 5, Jaime reminds us that the battles we face are not wasted; they are shaping us for victory. Through the story of Eleazar, one of David’s mighty men who fought until his hand froze to the sword, we learn that perseverance is where God's greatest victories are born.

You will discover:

• Why your struggle might actually be a gift from God
• What it really means to put on the armor of God
• How to fight from a place of faith, not exhaustion
• The power of gratitude and prayer in staying spiritually strong
• Why nothing good happens when you quit

If you are weary, this message will reignite your courage and remind you that the God who called you to the fight will see you through it.

Where to dig in:

(00:08) Staying in the Fight

(08:07) Don't Quit, Stay in the Fight

(26:14) The Battle Within

(36:12) The Fall of King David

(44:54) The Fight of Faith

(01:02:13) Words of Encouragement and Connection

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

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- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

In this re-air episode of the Jaime Luce Podcast, we revisit a powerful teaching on what it really takes to seize God’s promises for your life, your family, and generations to come.

So many believers miss out on the blessings of God because of fear, disobedience, or listening to the wrong voices. Just like the Israelites standing before the Promised Land, we face the choice: will we shrink back, or will we move forward in faith and obedience?

In this message, Jaime unpacks:

• Why faith and obedience always go hand in hand
• The danger of partial obedience (and why it’s still disobedience)
• What the story of the 12 spies teaches us about fear vs. faith
• How your choices impact not just you, but your children and grandchildren
• Practical steps to start walking in the promises God has already spoken over your life

Whether God is calling you to start something new, serve faithfully under someone else’s vision, or simply take the next courageous step, this episode will challenge and encourage you to move forward with confidence in Him.

Where to dive in:

(00:00) The Promised Land

(12:16) God's Promised Land Exploration

(25:51) Unlocking Faith

(34:35) Faith, Obedience, and Generation Blessings

(42:10) Walking in Faith and Obedience

(50:52) Faith for Generations

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About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

In this episode of the Jaime Luce Podcast, Jaime reflects on the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk in light of recent events. Using 1 Samuel 23 as a backdrop, she explores what it means to live boldly, take risks for the sake of others, and follow God’s leading even in times of danger.

From biblical examples like David, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Paul, to modern parallels, Jaime highlights the cost of faith and why obedience matters now more than ever.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Lessons from David’s reliance on God in 1 Samuel 23
• Why following Christ is rarely “easy”
• The cost of obedience vs. the comfort of convenience
• How Charlie Kirk’s life illustrates biblical courage in our time

Where to dive in:

(00:09) Living Boldly

(10:52) Facing Danger

(15:45) Call to Sacrifice, Faith, and Obedience

(37:18) Embracing Sacrifice for the Gospel

Subscribe for more messages that dig deep into the Word and call us to live with bold faith.

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

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What does it really mean to love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength and to love your neighbor as yourself? We walk through Matthew 22 and Deuteronomy 6, look at the Shema’s all-consuming call to love, and connect it to Jesus’ teaching on obedience and neighbor love.

What you’ll learn:

- The Greatest Commandment and why “all” is the standard: all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.

- How Deuteronomy 6 (the Shema) frames an all-consuming love for God that shapes your thoughts, words, and actions.

- Why loving your neighbor proves your love for God and how self-love affects the way you treat others.

- How Jesus ties love to obedience: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”

Key Scriptures

- Matthew 22:36–40 — The Greatest Commandment and love for neighbor.

- Deuteronomy 6:4–6 — The Shema and loving God with all.

- Luke 10:25–37 — Who is my neighbor? The Good Samaritan.

- John 14:15 — Love expressed through obedience.

Apply the message

- Heart check: Identify the thoughts you entertain that do not honor God. Replace them with truth and commit them to action.

- Mind your words and deeds: Let love shape what you say and what you do, even when culture pushes back.

- Neighbor love in action: Practice one concrete act of service today to redirect attention from self to others.

Where to Dive In:

(00:09) The Greatest Commandment

(08:00) The Commandment to Love God

(19:09) The Call to Love God Fully

(34:19) All-Consuming Love for God

(50:25) Loving God and Neighbor Fully

(01:07:43) Radical Love and Devotion

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/

How do you find joy when life feels overwhelming? In this episode of the Jaime Luce Podcast, we dive into the book of James to uncover the powerful truth that trials are not meant to break us but to build steadfast faith.

James urges believers to “count it all joy when you meet trials of various kinds” because the testing of faith produces endurance and maturity. Drawing from her own experiences and the Word of God, Jaime shows how joy is not a denial of pain but a choice to trust in God’s promises.

Through scripture, personal stories, and encouragement, you’ll learn:

- Why trials strengthen and refine your faith

- How asking God for wisdom brings direction in times of uncertainty

- Why joy is a powerful source of spiritual strength

- What it means to live out your faith with action, not just words

- How Jesus Himself endured suffering “for the joy set before Him” (Hebrews 12:2)

If you are weary, discouraged, or facing challenges, this message will remind you that God is faithful. Sorrow is temporary, but His joy is eternal.

📖 Scriptures covered include

James 1–2,

Hebrews 12,

John 16,

Matthew 28

Where to Dive In:

(00:00) Finding Joy in Faith Testing

(17:09) Steadfast Faith in Trials

(28:42) Living Out Faith With Joy

(41:47) Enduring Trials With Joy

(52:37) Strength in Joy of Faith

About your host: Jaime Luce’ testimony has daunting personal mountains and treacherous financial valleys. She was trapped in day-to-day stress and couldn’t see a way forward. But how she started is not how she finished! And she wants you to know God has a plan for your life too, no matter how tough it seems. Today, Jaime has been married to the love of her life for almost three decades, owns two companies, and has become an author and podcaster. God’s way is always the blessed way!

Free chapter of Jaime’s new book: You Don’t Need Money, You Just Need God: https://jaimeluce.com/book/

Connect:

- Website: https://jaimeluce.com

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.luces.page

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaime_luce/

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-luce-00395691/