Episode 928

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15th Oct 2025

Why God Allows You To Be Sifted: Finding Your Purpose in Spiritual Shaking

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Episode Title: Purpose In The Sifting

In this week's episode, Alicia leads us through a powerful reflection on Luke chapter 22 and the profound moment when Jesus warns Peter of the impending "sifting." We explore themes of identity, spiritual testing, and God's greater purpose, even in seasons of shaking. Alicia uncovers the deeper significance of the Upper Room, the difference between Simon and Peter, and how moments of challenge reveal our true faith.


Key references & resources:

  • Luke 22: Jesus warns Peter—“Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat… but I have prayed for you.”

  • Genesis 1:28 on dominion and authority.

  • Psalms 145:13, Ephesians 2:4, Romans 8:34, Hebrews 7:25—promises of God’s dominion and intercession.

  • 1 Corinthians 10:12; Galatians 6:1-3—Paul on humility and supporting each other.

  • Hebrews 11:6; 1 Peter 1:6-7—the value of faith refined by trials.

  • Genesis 50:20—Joseph’s declaration: “You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good.”

  • Psalm 73:26—“But God is the strength of my heart…”


Are you feeling “sifted” in this season? Let this episode encourage you that every season of shaking is an invitation to deeper faith and surrender. Remember: But God.


If you’re interested in digging deeper, here are some recommended resources:

  • Explore Bible passages about spiritual testing and restoration: Luke 22, John 21, Job, Ephesians, Hebrews.

  • Devotional readings on identity in Christ and overcoming adversity.

  • Classic worship songs for encouragement: “Way Maker,” “Refiner’s Fire,” “Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)” (No songs featured in this episode, but these are listener-favorites for seasons of sifting!)


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Spiritual Tea Podcast
In life’s transitions, Spiritual Tea Podcast helps you heal through what has changed, become who you’re called to be, and step boldly into your God-given purpose—one heart, one story, one cup of truth at a time.
Welcome to Spiritual Tea Podcast. Hosted by Alicia F Griffin, this podcast is a faith-filled movement for believers navigating life’s transitions feeling uncertain, weary, or stuck. We know the struggle of carrying pain and confusion alongside the desire for healing, clarity, and purpose.

Through honest conversations, biblical teaching, and motivational insight, Spiritual Tea Podcast empowers you to heal from what hurt you, grow through what changed you, and walk boldly into your divine calling. We envision a generation of believers who embrace transformation with courage and grace — strengthened in their becoming and confident in their God-given purpose.

Join us weekly for your cup of spiritual tea — a source of truth, hope, and empowerment to renew your heart and awaken your purpose through Jesus Christ. One heart, one truth, one cup at a time! Cheers!

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Alicia Griffin

Life’s transitions can leave us feeling stuck between who we were and who God is calling us to become. Alicia F Griffin is the creator and host of Spiritual Tea Podcast, a show designed to meet believers directly in that tension with unshakeable scriptural truth and spiritual authority. Built on the core pillars of Becoming, Healing, and Purpose, Alicia helps listeners embrace the "messy middle" of change—transforming confusion into clarity, pain into purpose, and uncertainty into bold, faith-filled living. Her mission is to awaken hearts and empower believers to step courageously into their divine assignment—one heart, one story, one cup of truth at a time. Cheers!