<![CDATA[Refill with Reka-Girl Talk for the Soul]]>Welcome to Refill with Reka — your weekly faith devotional meets girlfriend check-in. Designed for moms and women who pour out daily but are learning to live Saved, Soft, and Surrendered to God’s will instead of society’s expectations.

This isn’t surface-level “soft life” talk. Here, we pray, slay, and obey through honest girl talk about faith, motherhood, and those in-between seasons when God is stretching, pruning, and redefining you. Join me and other girlfriends as we have some good ole GIRL TALK FOR THE SOUL.

Hosted by Reka Leftridge — International Impact Award Recipient, #1 Best-Selling Author of Esther Energy, U.S. Navy Chief (Ret.), and Mommy Motivator helping women of faith slow down, stay grounded, and walk boldly in their God-given purpose.
Subscribe. Breathe. Belong. Your refill starts here. ☕️💕

]]>beacons.ai/refillwithrekaRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:09:00 GMTThu, 17 Sep 2026 02:06:34 GMT60Reka Leftridge<p>Welcome to Refill with Reka — your weekly faith devotional meets girlfriend check-in. Designed for moms and women who pour out daily but are learning to live Saved, Soft, and Surrendered to God’s will instead of society’s expectations.<br /><br />This isn’t surface-level “soft life” talk. Here, we pray, slay, and obey through honest girl talk about faith, motherhood, and those in-between seasons when God is stretching, pruning, and redefining you. Join me and other girlfriends as we have some good ole GIRL TALK FOR THE SOUL.<br /><br />Hosted by Reka Leftridge — International Impact Award Recipient, #1 Best-Selling Author of Esther Energy, U.S. Navy Chief (Ret.), and Mommy Motivator helping women of faith slow down, stay grounded, and walk boldly in their God-given purpose.<br />Subscribe. Breathe. Belong. Your refill starts here. ☕️💕</p>episodicReka Leftridgecontact@vettovisionarypod.comno<![CDATA[For the Tired Mama Doing It All Alone: Take the Cape Off Before the Holidays]]>Hey girlfriend, have you ever prayed, God I need a break then someone offered help and you said, "No, I got it"?

You're not alone. In this honest girl-talk episode of Refill with Reka, we're talking superwoman syndrome, mom burnout, and how to take the cape off for real before the holidays without guilt.

Our power word for the week is ABIDE from John 15. Jesus as the vine, we as the branches. Apart from Him, we can't do anything. Reka walks you through 3 faith shifts to stop doing it all alone:

  1. Tell the truth about your load — acknowledge what you're actually carrying
  2. Make room to receive help — bring it to God before you say yes + invite specific support
  3. Practice a pace you can sustain — establish a daily rhythm to remain in Christ

You'll learn the pause practice , how to pray before you say yes, ask for specific help, and how to let someone do it their way (towel-girlies, this one's for us).

Grab your journal for your

Refill Moment:

Where am I saying "I got it" when I really need support?

What responsibility needs a clear boundary so I can communicate it?

What small daily practice will help me remain close to God?

Connect with Reka

Instagram: @RefillWithReka
YouTube: Refill with Reka
Website: www.refillwithreka.com
Get the Book: Esther Energy www.rekaleftridge.com

Soft. Saved. Surrendered...and still powerful.
Music Credit :KaizanBlu


]]>6f73ef6f-e16b-4516-abd3-28f309450cfcWed, 07 Oct 2026 17:22:39 GMT<p>Hey girlfriend, have you ever prayed, God I need a break then someone offered help and you said, "No, I got it"?</p><p>You're not alone. In this honest girl-talk episode of Refill with Reka, we're talking superwoman syndrome, mom burnout, and how to take the cape off for real before the holidays without guilt.</p><p>Our power word for the week is ABIDE from John 15. Jesus as the vine, we as the branches. Apart from Him, we can't do anything. Reka walks you through 3 faith shifts to stop doing it all alone:</p><ol><li>Tell the truth about your load — acknowledge what you're actually carrying</li><li>Make room to receive help — bring it to God before you say yes + invite specific support</li><li>Practice a pace you can sustain — establish a daily rhythm to remain in Christ</li></ol><p>You'll learn the pause practice , how to pray before you say yes, ask for specific help, and how to let someone do it their way (towel-girlies, this one's for us).</p><p>Grab your journal for your</p><p> Refill Moment: </p><p>Where am I saying "I got it" when I really need support? </p><p>What responsibility needs a clear boundary so I can communicate it? </p><p>What small daily practice will help me remain close to God?</p><p>Connect with Reka<br /><br />Instagram: @RefillWithReka<br />YouTube: Refill with Reka<br />Website: www.refillwithreka.com<br />Get the Book: Esther Energy www.rekaleftridge.com<br /><br />Soft. Saved. Surrendered...and still powerful.<br />Music Credit :KaizanBlu</p><p><br /></p>no00:25:1915For the Tired Mama Doing It All Alone: Take the Cape Off Before the Holidaysfull<![CDATA[What Mary Teaches Us About Surrender to God]]>In John 12, Mary pours expensive perfume at the feet of Jesus while Judas criticizes what Jesus recognizes as worship. In this episode, Reka explores what Mary’s surrender teaches us about obedience, approval, and trusting God with the outcome.

You will learn how to:

  • Identify what you have been protecting more than trusting God
  • Separate wise counsel from opinions that delay your obedience
  • Release the need to be understood by everyone in the room
  • Use the P.O.U.R. framework to take your next faithful step

P.O.U.R.: Pause. Obey. Untie. Release.

Scripture: John 12

Reflection: “This week, I will pour out ______ by ______.”

Listen, reflect, and share this episode with a woman who needs the reminder that surrender is never wasted.

Connect with Reka

Instagram: @RefillWithReka
YouTube: Refill with Reka
Website: www.refillwithreka.com
Get the Book: Esther Energy www.rekaleftridge.com

Soft. Saved. Surrendered...and still powerful.
Music Credit :KaizanBlu

]]>878c69e6-9b82-4904-b936-e192c62d6c94Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In John 12, Mary pours expensive perfume at the feet of Jesus while Judas criticizes what Jesus recognizes as worship. In this episode, Reka explores what Mary’s surrender teaches us about obedience, approval, and trusting God with the outcome.</p><p>You will learn how to:</p><ul><li>Identify what you have been protecting more than trusting God</li><li>Separate wise counsel from opinions that delay your obedience</li><li>Release the need to be understood by everyone in the room</li><li>Use the P.O.U.R. framework to take your next faithful step</li></ul><p><b><strong>P.O.U.R.:</strong></b> Pause. Obey. Untie. Release.</p><p><b><strong>Scripture:</strong></b> John 12</p><p><b><strong>Reflection:</strong></b> “This week, I will pour out ______ by ______.”</p><p>Listen, reflect, and share this episode with a woman who needs the reminder that surrender is never wasted.</p><p>Connect with Reka</p><p>Instagram: @RefillWithReka<br />YouTube: Refill with Reka<br />Website: www.refillwithreka.com<br />Get the Book: Esther Energy www.rekaleftridge.com</p><p>Soft. Saved. Surrendered...and still powerful.<br />Music Credit :KaizanBlu</p>no00:26:2214What Mary Teaches Us About Surrender to Godfull<![CDATA[How to Put God First When Life Feels Too Busy]]>In this episode of Refill with Reka: Girl Talk for the Soul, Reka shares how she gradually fell out of her spiritual routine and the small, practical choices helping her return to God without guilt, shame, or another overwhelming schedule.


We’ll explore the balance between Mary and Martha, what John 1 teaches us about choosing connection before completion, and how John 2 reminds us that time in God’s presence should lead to obedience.

Because putting God first doesn’t mean abandoning your responsibilities. It means refusing to allow your responsibilities to replace your relationship with Him.


In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to use the practical R.O.O.M. Framework to put God first again


The R.O.O.M. Framework

  • R — Recognize the drift
  • O — Order what matters first
  • O — Obey one instruction
  • M — Maintain a simple rhythm


Soft. Saved. Surrendered...and still powerful.

If this episode refilled you, share it with a girlfriend and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review.

]]>956e5a69-f964-4846-97fa-f44139c55388Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of <b><strong>Refill with Reka: Girl Talk for the Soul</strong></b>, Reka shares how she gradually fell out of her spiritual routine and the small, practical choices helping her return to God without guilt, shame, or another overwhelming schedule.</p><p><br /></p><p>We’ll explore the balance between Mary and Martha, what John 1 teaches us about choosing connection before completion, and how John 2 reminds us that time in God’s presence should lead to obedience.</p><p>Because putting God first doesn’t mean abandoning your responsibilities. It means refusing to allow your responsibilities to replace your relationship with Him.</p><p><br /></p><p><b><strong>In this episode, you’ll learn:</strong></b></p><p>How to use the practical <b><strong>R.O.O.M. Framework</strong></b> to put God first again</p><p><br /></p><p><b><strong>The R.O.O.M. Framework</strong></b></p><ul><li><b><strong>R — Recognize the drift</strong></b></li><li><b><strong>O — Order what matters first</strong></b></li><li><b><strong>O — Obey one instruction</strong></b></li><li><b><strong>M — Maintain a simple rhythm</strong></b></li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Soft. Saved. Surrendered...and still powerful.</p><p>If this episode refilled you, share it with a girlfriend and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review.</p>no00:18:1413How to Put God First When Life Feels Too Busyfull<![CDATA[ MVP Access: Everyone Can’t Go Where God Is Taking You]]>In this empowering episode of Refill with Reka.

Reka invites you to step into your role as the MVP — Most Valuable Player — of your own life.

This conversation is a loving but firm reminder that elevation requires standards, discipline, identity, and obedience to God. If you’ve been playing small, settling for less, or living beneath your calling, this episode will challenge you to raise your standards, realign your habits, and fully embrace your God-given worth.

Reka breaks down why becoming the woman God called you to be isn’t about doing more — it’s about becoming more intentional, living in integrity with your purpose, and refusing to tolerate what no longer aligns with your next season.

This episode is for women in transition who are ready to stop surviving, start surrendering, and finally live like the MVP God already says they are.

Soft. Saved. Surrendered...and still powerful.
Music Credit :KaizanBlu

]]>0e790c6f-3272-4627-8793-c89d6a9a580eThu, 17 Sep 2026 02:38:59 GMT<p>In this empowering episode of Refill with Reka.<br /><br />Reka invites you to step into your role as the MVP — Most Valuable Player — of your own life.<br /><br />This conversation is a loving but firm reminder that elevation requires standards, discipline, identity, and obedience to God. If you’ve been playing small, settling for less, or living beneath your calling, this episode will challenge you to raise your standards, realign your habits, and fully embrace your God-given worth.<br /><br />Reka breaks down why becoming the woman God called you to be isn’t about doing more — it’s about becoming more intentional, living in integrity with your purpose, and refusing to tolerate what no longer aligns with your next season.<br /><br />This episode is for women in transition who are ready to stop surviving, start surrendering, and finally live like the MVP God already says they are.<br /><br />Soft. Saved. Surrendered...and still powerful.<br />Music Credit :KaizanBlu</p>no00:15:1912 MVP Access: Everyone Can’t Go Where God Is Taking Youfull<![CDATA[ Be the MVP of Your Life | Raise Your Standards, Know Your Worth & Walk in Your Purpose]]>Reka invites you to step into your role as the MVP — Most Valuable Player — of your own life.

This conversation is a loving but firm reminder that elevation requires standards, discipline, identity, and obedience to God. If you’ve been playing small, settling for less, or living beneath your calling, this episode will challenge you to raise your standards, realign your habits, and fully embrace your God-given worth.

Reka breaks down why becoming the woman God called you to be isn’t about doing more — it’s about becoming more intentional, living in integrity with your purpose, and refusing to tolerate what no longer aligns with your next season.

This episode is for women in transition who are ready to stop surviving, start surrendering, and finally live like the MVP God already says they are.

Soft. Saved. Surrendered...and still powerful.

If this episode refilled you, share it with a girlfriend and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review.

]]>8e96e6a1-b06d-4068-919d-70e0180b3c42Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:14:06 GMT<p>Reka invites you to step into your role as the MVP — Most Valuable Player — of your own life.<br /><br />This conversation is a loving but firm reminder that elevation requires standards, discipline, identity, and obedience to God. If you’ve been playing small, settling for less, or living beneath your calling, this episode will challenge you to raise your standards, realign your habits, and fully embrace your God-given worth.<br /><br />Reka breaks down why becoming the woman God called you to be isn’t about doing more — it’s about becoming more intentional, living in integrity with your purpose, and refusing to tolerate what no longer aligns with your next season.<br /><br />This episode is for women in transition who are ready to stop surviving, start surrendering, and finally live like the MVP God already says they are.<br /><br />Soft. Saved. Surrendered...and still powerful.</p><p></p><p>If this episode refilled you, share it with a girlfriend and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review.</p><p></p>no00:15:0811 Be the MVP of Your Life | Raise Your Standards, Know Your Worth & Walk in Your Purposefull