Eat Don’t Compete

Who Told You That? Reclaiming Your Identity in Christ | Part 3 | Spiritual Architecture series

In this special episode of Eat Don’t Compete, I’m joined by the one and only Patricia Gaskins for a natural and genuine conversation about our identities in Christ and the beautiful, sometimes messy journeys of becoming.How many of us can admit we’re still on that journey? 🙋🏾‍♀️
From laughter to tears, we open up about how God's love has transformed us — how we’re no longer who we once were. We have fun and dive deep as we answer three key questions:
What are some contributing factors that help you identify who you are today?
Concerning identity, what would you say to your 15-year-old self?
Who are you [without mentioning the roles you play in life]?
I open this episode with one of my favorite quotes by Ralph Waldo Emerson:"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment."
We also discuss God’s purpose for our lives, reflect on the promise of Jeremiah 29:11, and stand firmly on the truth of Ephesians 1:5-9.
This conversation is as natural and unfiltered as it gets — the kind that would have happened whether the camera was rolling or not. It’s faith-filled, heartfelt, and packed with the kind of spiritual encouragement your soul needs right now.
Topics We Dive Into:
Identity in Christ
Faith vs. Feelings (again 🤷🏾‍♀️)
The foundation of who God created you to be
God as the architect of your true identity
Biblical truth for discovering your identity
Honest reflections on who we were — and who we’re becoming in Christ
Stay until the end for a little "soul food" — you don’t want to miss it.
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If you're passionate about growing in Christ, walking in biblical truth, and becoming who God created you to be, you're right where you belong. 🕊️
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Salvation is the Starting Point, Not the Finish Line | Part 2 | Spiritual Architecture series

In this second installment of our Spiritual Architecture series, we’re diving into a powerful truth: salvation isn’t the end goal—it’s just the beginning. Too often we treat the moment of salvation as a finish line, when in reality, it’s one of the first bricks in the foundation God lays for a life of deep transformation, intimacy, and Kingdom purpose.
Throughout this series we will cover:
Spiritual Architecture
Salvation
Identity
Intimacy
Repentance
Discipleship 
Truth
Sanctification
My story/My testimony 
In this episode, I’m sharing my own reflections on what I believe it means to walk out our souls salvation continuously, in response to Jesus’ sacrifice for our sins. I reflect on foundational [biblical truths] and some fundamentals of salvation.
We reflect on the impact of God's love mentioned in John 3:16.
It’s my prayer that you expand on this list and add to it. Comment below and let me know of some fundamentals of the way you live out your salvation?
Reflection Question:Have you accepted Jesus Christ as your Savior?
Challenge:How have you taken your salvation for granted? 
This week, take time to sit with that question in prayer. Ask God to show you where He wants to take you deeper, and recommit to growing beyond the basics of your faith.
 
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The Blueprint of Becoming: God’s Process of Spiritual Architecture | Part 1 | Spiritual Architecture series

In today’s episode of the Eat Don’t Compete, the discussion is titled The Blueprint of Becoming: God’s Process of Spiritual Architecture — a transformative 9-part series where we journey through God’s divine building process for both yours and my own spiritual lives.
I promise you, I’m not here to talk at you — I’m here to walk with you. This isn’t just a podcast series — it’s a spiritual excavation, a rebuilding, a holy realignment with the Chief Architect Himself. In this powerful kickoff episode, we’re laying the foundation by diving deep into what I call Spiritual Architecture.
We’ll explore the 5 Core Spiritual Architecture Layers God often walks us through when He’s rebuilding us from the inside out:
1. Demolition – God removes what can’t support your future. (Things like pride, idols and the weight of trauma…) Jeremiah 1:10; Supporting scriptures: Hebrews 12:27, Jeremiah 12:14-17, Col. 2: 6-7
2. Reset – God lays a new foundation in Christ, establishing his truth in your life. I Corinthians 3:11; Supporting scriptures: Isaiah 28:16
3. Framework – God reveals who we are in Him 2 Corinthians 5:17 Supporting scripture: John 1:3
4. Blueprint – God aligns you with His intentional design for your life. Jeremiah 29:11; Supporting scripture: Proverbs 19:21
5. Inspection & Refinement – Tested and tried. Can’t build anything without first testing that it's sturdy. I Peter 6:7; Supporting scripture: James 1:2-4
In this episode, I encourage you to pause and assess where God currently has you in your own spiritual construction zone. Are you in a season of tearing down old structures, or is He showing you the next layer to build upon? This is not about perfection — it’s about progression. It’s about being honest with yourself and open to what God wants to do in your life. Because becoming isn’t passive — it’s intentional.
Throughout this series, we’ll journey through several themes spiritual architecture (today’s episode), salvation, identity, intimacy, repentance, discipleship, truth, sanctification, and ending with my story / my testimony.
Question of the Day: Which Architectural layer does God currently have you on?
Challenge: Evaluate, poll your friends and family, journal and/orpray about the architectural layer God is currently building in your life. Take time today to thoroughly assess your current season. Is God demolishing something in you, resetting your foundation, or refining what He’s already begun? Be honest. Be open. And most importantly — be available. Let Him show you what’s next.
Let this episode stir your faith, confront your comfort, and inspire you to become who He’s building you to be.
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