This Is Us: The Women Behind Selah Moments (Christian Podcast for Black Women)

In the very first episode of Selah Moments, Jess and Sam pull back the curtain and invite you into the heart behind the podcast – and behind their friendship If you’re a Black Christian Millennial or Gen Z woman craving authentic conversations, deeper spirituality, rest, and real-life discipleship, this is your space. 🫶🏾 Together we talk about: Why we created Selah Moments and how we want to equip, empower, and impart What it means to live as daughters of God, identity, not just roles or titles Navigating different seasons of life with honesty, reflection, and grace The difference between excellence and perfection (and why perfectionism is exhausting) Why rest, stillness, and sensory rest matter for your spiritual and emotional health Learning to say no, step back from constant screen time, and create space to hear the Holy Spirit The kind of community where you can feel seen, held, and uplifted in your journey This episode sets the tone for what Selah Moments will be: A space of laughter and rest, truth and tenderness, theology and therapy vibes – where we pause long enough to let God meet us in our real lives. Takeaways from this conversation: We’re here to equip, empower, and impart Our friendship is a soft place to land – and we want that for you too Being a daughter is about identity and delight, not performance Excellence ≠ perfection Rest and stillness are not lazy; they’re holy Selah moments help us pause, reflect, and reconnect with God and ourselves If this episode made you feel seen: Drop a comment and tell us what part resonated most Share this with a sis who needs a soft, faith-filled space to breathe Subscribe so you don’t miss future Selah conversations. Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to Selah Moments 01:52 – The Importance of Authenticity Over Aesthetics 03:21 – Identifying as Daughters of God 07:38 – Navigating Seasons of Life 10:19 – Differentiating Excellence from Perfection 11:53 – The Delight of Being a Daughter 14:20 – Understanding Selah in Daily Life 17:44 – The Power of Saying No 19:55 – Finding Strength in Stillness 21:52 – The Importance of Rest and Reflection 25:37 – Navigating Modern Distractions 29:42 – Creating Space for God 32:13 – Empowerment Through Connection