What does it look like to mother a movement, not jut family? To lead with open hands and awilling heart in a world that often sidelines women's voices?

In this powerful episode of eighth & GRACE, Brandy sits down with Vivian Mabuni- international speaker, Bible teacher, author of Open Hands, Willing Heart, and host of the God Hears Her podcast. With decades of ministry experience and a deep commitment to cultural leadership, Vivian shares how surrender, suffering, and identity have shaped her calling to raise up the next generation of women leaders.

Together, they explore:

• Women in ministry and the thrology of being seen
• The power of cultural identity in spiritual formation
• How to disciple and empower the next generation
• Practical encouragement for weary women called to lead
• What it means to midwife movments with faithm not perfection

Whether you're navigating your own hidden season or longing to create community where every woman feels seen + known, this conversation is for you.

Listen now to discover:

• How Vivian's experience as an Asian American leader shaped her ministry
• The importance of generational discipleship
• Wisdom for overcoming the whispre of unworthiness
• Encouragement to keep showing up with open hands

Grab your coffee and join us for this tender, empowering conversation about faith, surrender, and legacy.

To connect with Vivian: instagram.com/vivmabuni

To connect with Brandy for speaking engagement, podcast collaboration, or any request: myeighthandgrace@gmail.com

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Ever felt like you were staring overr with nothing? In this poetic and puncy episode of What About This? Brandy gets real about dissapointment, disruption, and the slow sacred process of becoming.

When the words vanish and the dye fades- this is about trusting the process when you'd rather just arrive already.

From the frustration of her losing her writing to the svulnerabilityb of growing out years of black hair dye, Brandy weaves together humor, theology, and prophetic encouragement for anyone walking through the messy middle.

Tune in for:

The episode where my phone rings. Lucy Jade has a whole moment and her puppy Dolly wants to be noticed. ( This is Friday- in the summer)

But really...

A raw coversation about trusting God when everythig feels undone

A reminder that waiting is not wasted- it's holy

A journal prompt an mini devo-

A rhythm list to help you embrace a slow summer (yes, it's possible- even in chaos:)

Subscribe now to join the jpurney- new episodes drop every Tuesday + Friday.

To connect with Brandy:

https://www.brandyadawson.com

myeighthandgrace@gmail.com

https://instagram.com/brandyadawson

Have you been wanting to study the Bible but don't know where to start? In this powerful episode of eighth & GRACE, Brandy A. Dawson sits down with theologian, writer, and mama of five- Mikella Van Dyke, founder of Chasing Sacred - for a grace - soaked conversation about surrender, Scripture, and sacred rhythms in the chaos of life.

Mikella shares her journey from living in Thailand to launching a global ministry that helps women study the Bible for themselves with obedience and clarity. Together, they unpack the tension between striving and surrender, purpose and presence and what it really means to trust God when control feels safer thaqn letting go.

You'll hear about:

• Letting go of striving in motherhood, mnistry, and idenity
• The heart behind Chasing Sacred and biblical literacy for women
• Writing a Bible study on Colossians & Philemon
• Sacred rhythms in a loud and full life
• Practical first steps for Bible studywhen you're overwhelmed

This episode is for the woman who's weary from doing and ready to rest in deeper being. The one who longs to study God's Word but feels unsure where to start.

Scripture, surrender, and sacred space- this conversation holds all three. When you press play on this sacred pause, you'll hear all about how you don't earn God's presence- you're alrrady in it.

Connect with Mikella Van Dyke & Chasing Sacred

Website: www.chasingsacred.com

Instagram @chasingsacred

To connect with Brandy for speaking engagements and podcast requests: myeighthandgrace@gmail.com

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This episode? It's part story time, part soul revival, part sacred rant about shower filters, delayed podcast episodes, and why I only book hotels that serve cheesecake after 9pm.

I lost a whole episode .

Then my shower head exploded.

Then God showed up anyway, with light on the lake, crumbs on a nightstand, and my last name etched on the wallpaper.

We're calling this Helion Season - a golden stretch of days where the miracles look more like Monday afternoons, fireflies, and somone texting "I'm proud of you" a just the right time.

Inside, we chat about:

• The hotel hair saga that turned into holy ground
• Divine detours with Shari + Kristel (podcast guests:)
• Room service theology ( yes cheesecake counts)
• A rhythm list for sacred summer slowness
• And a body blessing for every woman to know she is seen

If you've beenfeeling overwhelmes by life's headlines and timelines this wpisode will meet you right wheere you are. And if you're wondering if your miracle is too quiet to matter...

Spoiler alert: It's not!

Come for the shorts

Stay for the cheesecake

Leave with a little more light than you came with

This is your sign t nottice the holy in the ordinary.

Connect with Brandy: myeighthandgrace@gmail.com

For speaking events + podcast collaborations

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Sacred Summer Rhythm located on website to download

Have you ever felt lost in a spiritual wilderness, wondering if God has forgotten you?

In this tender and timely episode of eighth & GRACE, Brandy sits down with Kristel Acevedo, author of A Way in the Wilderness and Discipleship Director at Transformation Church, for a conversatoon full of presence, wisdom, and Spirit - filled hope.

This one's for the woman who's faithful but tired. Curious but unsure. Present but still questioning her place in the story.

Together, we chat about:

• Why wilderness seasons are necessary for spiritual growth
• How God meets us in hidden, quiet places
• The power of biblical hospitality and compassion in multiethnic community
• How to discern God's work when it all feels like He isn't moving at all

Kristel, a Nicaraguan, born in Honduras, and raised in Miami - is a true beautiful mosaic of culture and calling. She's a leader, pastor's wife, and mom sharing her story of idenity, formation, and what it means to walk with God in dry seasons.

She offers this gentle, Spirit -filled whispered reminder: You are not lost in the wilderness. You are being led.

Even here, even now- the wilderness can be holy ground. He is making a way.

Bonus: She shares her favorite beauty product, a word to her 18-year old self, and what she would say to the woman who feels overlooked and underqualified.

If this episode meets you in your own quiet season: Grab A Way in the Wilderness by Kristel Acevedo

Follow Kristel on https://instagram.com/kristelace

If you want Brandy to speak at your event or be a guest on the podcast: myeighthandgrace@gmail.com

What if grace isn't waiting for us at the end of the to-do list, but right in the middle of the mess?

In this episode, Brandy sits down with ministry leader and mama of five, Emilie McCormack, for a real, raw, and grace-drenched conversation about motherhood, ministry, and letting go of the pressure to be everyone's savior. From juggling family life and leadership at Breakaway Ministries to finding sacred ground in the everyday, Emilie brings wisdom, laughter, and a whole lot of Jesus.

Together, we talk about:

• Embracing the "messy middle" seasons
• Tuning into God's voice in ordinary moments
• Why home is our first ministry
• The myth of balance and how to let it go
• Dismantling the savior complex ( you can rest now, sis)

Whetheryou're folding laundry, driving carpool, or feeling stretched too thin- this episode will remind you that grace is not only enough.... it's already here. Always.

Pull up a chair, hit play, and let your soul breaathe. You're in good company.

To connect with Emilie: https://instagram.com/emiliemccormack

If this episode met you right in the middle of your mess, I'd love to keep walking with you.

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Want to be a guest on the podcast or have me in yours? I'd love to hear from you! Head to my Contact page: https://www.brandyadawson.com

Want me to speak at your event, women's retreat, or church: email me at myeighthandgrace@gmail.com

There's alot going on right now- in the world, in the group chat, in your heart... and even in Target's seasonal isle.

What About This? An unfiltered extension of eighth & GRACE - where theology meets real life, and sacred conversations unfold in the messy middle.

There’s a lot going on right now- in the world, in the group chat, in your heart… and even in Target’s seasonal aisle.

In today’s episode, Brandy shares a tender and timely word about protecting your peace in a loud, opinion-saturated world and why guarding your eyes, ears, and heart is not just wise, it’s holy.

From the swirl of headlines to the pressure to shrink your joy (or your body) just to be seen, this episode unpacks:

• Why you don’t need to edit your soul to fit the scroll
• How to set boundaries with content that’s not life-giving
• A prophetic summer manifesto you didn’t know you needed
• Simple rhythms for peace, joy, and sacred presence

You’re not too sensitive, you’re spiritually awake. Let this episode remind you: you were made for joy, for truth, and for freedom.

Summer Manifesto link

Download this month’s Grace List Goals Guide + Summer Manifesto in the show notes on my website: https://www.brandyadawson.com

Breath prayers, bold truth, wisdom, this one’s for the woman reclaiming peace, presence, and holy space.

What if the walls trying to keep you out were actually the ones God called you to break down?

Have you ever felt like you were living a life someone else scripted for you? Like the blueprint doesn't quite fit your soul? If you said yes, you're listening to the words meant for you today. For the one who's tired of waiting for permission- because deep down, she knows she was born to build...

Buid dreams. Build Legacy. Buid differently.

In this raw and hope-filled conversation with Elizabeth Scruggs, a trailblazer in the male - dominated world of construction and design.From building her first home at 21 to running a respected contracting and design firm, Elizabeth's story is proof that calling doesn't always come wrapped in convention.

We recorded this episode in her beautifully curated home office, surrounded by samples, blueprints, and legacy. But what she shared went far beyond design- It's a story of resillence, faith, and fierce obedience.

Breaking Ground In a Man's World

Elizabeth opens up about:

• Finding her voice when she was the only woman in the room
• Building a career while raising a family and keeping the faith
• Why mentorship and community make all the difference

Redefining Success on Your Own Terms:

We talk about the sacred tension between ambition and surrender, and the courage it takes to chace a dream that doesn't look like anyone else's. Elizabeth's wisdom will leave you asking what am I building and who told me it had to look this way?

If you've ever questioned your calling, felt out of place in a room, or needed a reminder that you can be both soft and strong - this episode is for you.

Connect with Elizabeth on Instagram https://instagram.com/superiorconstructionanddesign