RIP IT OFF | CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE, BIBLICAL INTIMACY, CHRISTIAN SEX, KINGDOM MARRIAGE, CHRISTIAN WOMEN

For the One Woman Who Needs to Hear This // 24

I didn’t record this for the masses—I recorded it for you. The woman folding laundry, driving in silence, or scrolling at midnight wondering, “What did I do wrong?” You followed the rules, stayed pure, waited for the blessing... and still, it’s hard. This is the message I wish someone had whispered to me.
🎧 Episode Summary:
Today, I’m getting real about something I know deep in my bones—good girl theology won’t save your marriage. I believed if I just did everything “right,” I’d have peace, passion, and a perfect love story. But that’s not the gospel. If you’ve been trying to perform your way into peace or control your way into closeness, this episode is a grace-filled wake-up call. It’s not about doing—it’s about being known. First by God. Then, by your husband. And it starts with truth.
🔥 Inside this episode:
The quiet lie many Christian women grew up believing
Why doing “everything right” doesn’t guarantee a thriving marriage
The difference between obedience and control
What real intimacy with God (and your man) looks like
If this spoke to you—even just a whisper—would you share it with a friend who needs this reminder too?
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Welcome to Christian Motherhood: The Real, Raw, Unfiltered Start - CHRISTIAN MOTHERHOOD PREVIEW

Ever felt like you're the only Christian mama barely holding it together while scrolling past picture-perfect posts? Guess what—you’re so not alone. In this first episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on motherhood, marriage, and ministry with zero filter, lots of laughs, and hearts wide open. This is the real conversation you’ve been craving.
🎧 EPISODE SUMMARY:Welcome to Christian Motherhood: The Real Conversation! In this kickoff episode, Michelle Castro (USA) and Elyse (Australia) finally sit down—after years of friendship, long-distance DMs, and the chaos of motherhood—to launch the podcast they’ve been dreaming about.
From toddlers to teens, messy moments to powerful God encounters, this is the space where two moms in completely different seasons come together to be real about it all. You'll hear the why behind this podcast, the heart behind the hosts, and how God brought it all together in His perfect (and hilarious) timing.
We’re talking unfiltered faith, unmet expectations, and motherhood that’s full of both holy moments and hot messes. Whether you're rocking a newborn or navigating college drop-offs, this space is for YOU.
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Laying It Down: What Happens When God Redirects Your Calling // 23

Have you ever felt the Lord call you into something... and then just as clearly ask you to lay it down? 😮‍💨 You’re not alone, friend. This raw, heart-to-heart episode is a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to obey, pivot, and trust God—even when the road doesn’t make sense.
🎧 Episode Summary:
This isn’t your typical Rip It Off episode, and that’s exactly the point.
In this powerful update, Michelle opens up about a season of divine redirection. From the beautiful chaos of her daughter’s wedding to the quiet moments of conviction from the Lord, Michelle shares why she’s pressing pause on this podcast (for now) and what God is stirring in her next. 👣
PLUS—you’ll hear all about her brand-new show with the incredible Elyse Rooney: Christian Motherhood: The Real Conversation. This new podcast is a bold mash-up of biblical intimacy, faith-filled motherhood, and real talk from two women in very different seasons of life—20 years apart, but united in purpose and passion.
🔥 In This Episode, You'll Hear:
Why laying something down doesn't mean it wasn’t from God 💡
Michelle’s honest wrestle with hustle, motherhood, and obedience
The heart behind the new Christian Motherhood podcast 👩‍👧‍👦💍
What it's like partnering with Elise Rooney across continents and generations
How to stay connected—and why this isn’t “goodbye” 👋🏼
🙌 Call to Action:
Sis, you’ve been part of this wild, beautiful journey—thank you. 💛 If you’ve loved the raw truth, biblical boldness, and real convos here on Rip It Off, then don’t miss what’s next. Come hang with me and Elyse over on Christian Motherhood: The Real Conversation.
👉 Subscribe, share, and leave a review! It helps more mamas and wives find this Jesus-centered community we’re building.
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From Trauma to Truth: God's Design for Intimacy & Communication // 22

Ever feel like your past disqualifies you from a thriving, godly marriage? Or maybe you’ve believed the lie that your husband just doesn’t care because he loads the dishwasher the wrong way (again)? 😅 Sis, you are NOT alone — and today’s episode will absolutely blow your mind and bless your heart. 💖
In this soul-stirring and practical episode, Michelle sits down with Micaiah Gray, host of the United Christian Marriage Podcast, for a raw and powerful conversation about intimacy, communication, and healing from shame. Micaiah opens up about her personal journey from trauma and brokenness to wholeness and purpose through the redemptive love of Jesus. 🙌
Together, they dive into what it really means to pause, process, and pursue peace — not just with your husband, but first with yourself and with God. If you've ever struggled with snapping at your spouse, shutting down emotionally, or just not knowing what you’re even feeling in the heat of the moment — this episode is packed with truth and tools that will equip you for a deeper, more intimate marriage.
And YES — she shares her P.A.T.H. to COMMUNICATE framework and it's 🔥🔥🔥
🎯 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
The #1 lie many wives believe after sexual trauma — and how God speaks a better word 🙏
What “emotional intelligence” has to do with your marriage fights and shut downs
How to use the P.A.T.H. framework to reset your emotions in just 2 minutes
Why communication starts with understanding your own thoughts, not fixing your spouse
How Jesus modeled emotional awareness — and why that matters in your marriage 💡
A powerful breakdown of how to communicate with respect AND clarity
How posture, tone, and timing can shift your entire conversation
A fresh biblical view on love & respect that every Christian wife needs to hear!
📣 CALL TO ACTION:
This episode isn’t just inspiring — it’s transformational. But real growth happens when we move from notes to action. So take the next step:
📲 Follow Micaiah & her ministry over at the United Christian Marriage Podcast💬 Share this episode with a friend who’s been wrestling with shame or struggling to communicate📖 Download Michelle’s FREE resource on biblical intimacy and the 13 types every Christian couple should know about:⭐️ https://itsmemichellecastro.myflodesk.com/13typesofintimacy
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Remembering Charlie Kirk: For Such a Time as This

In this raw and deeply emotional episode, Michelle reflects on the heartbreaking loss of Charlie Kirk, a bold brother in Christ whose life was tragically cut short. Through tears and Scripture, Michelle doesn’t just grieve—she challenges. With the heart of a sister and the fire of a warrior, she calls Christian women, wives, and mamas to rise.
This isn't just a tribute—it’s a rally cry.Charlie’s torch didn’t go out. It was passed on—to you.
🔥 WHAT YOU’LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:
💔 Michelle’s heartfelt reaction to the death of Charlie Kirk and the weight of collective grief
🙏 A powerful reminder that Charlie’s faith became sight—and why that truth brings peace
🛡️ A bold breakdown of Esther 4:14 and how it applies to you right now
👑 What it really means to raise Daniels, Esthers, and warriors for Christ
📖 Why the Armor of God isn't optional—it’s essential in today’s spiritual battle
✝️ A compelling question: Would you die for your faith? Are you living like you would?
🔥 Charlie’s own words on eternity—and the one question that determines everything:“Who is Jesus Christ?”
💪 CALL TO ACTION:Friend, the mission isn’t over. It’s ours now. Are you unashamed of the gospel in your marriage, in your motherhood, in your everyday life? Don’t let fear have the final word. Let’s raise up Daniels and Esthers, warriors who are armed with truth and ablaze with boldness. 👊🔥
If this episode stirred something in you—DM me. Message me. Let’s talk about Jesus.

Shame Is a Liar: You Are Not Alone in This Battle | S.H.A.M.E. SERIES // 21

You’ve felt it—that quiet voice telling you you're the only one. The only one whose marriage feels strained. The only one who feels distant from God. The only one holding it all together on the outside while falling apart inside. That voice? It's shame, and it's a straight-up lie. Let’s rip it off.
💥 Episode Summary:In the final episode of this shame series, Michelle Castro uncovers shame’s most insidious weapon: isolation. Through real talk about marriage, loss, silence, and spiritual confusion, Michelle invites you into truth. God did not design you to sit in the dark. He made you for light, for connection, for healing. Whether you’ve been hiding behind silence or drowning in guilt, this episode is your reminder—there’s freedom waiting. And Naked and Unashamed can help you get there.
🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
How shame manipulates you into believing you're alone
Why isolation is Satan’s favorite battlefield
The healing power of authentic community
Why your struggle could be someone else’s lifeline
Truth from Psalm 23 that anchors you when life feels dark
How Naked and Unashamed walks you through freedom between the sheets and beyond
🛑 Shame stops here. Let the light in. Start reclaiming your voice today.
💬 Call to Action:Ready to walk out of the shadows and into the light? Grab your copy of Naked and Unashamed now. Flip to Day 30 and Day 31—they're all about finding freedom and remembering you're not walking alone.
📘 Get it here: bit.ly/31dayjourney (Use code NAKED10 for 10% off)👯‍♀️ Join the Community: RIP IT OFF FB Group📱 Follow on IG: @ripitoffpodcast🎧 Subscribe + Listen📺 Watch Episodes: YouTube🌐 Website: itsmemichellecastro.com📩 Email: ripitoffpodcast@gmail.com⭐️ FREE RESOURCE: 13 Types of Intimacy☕ Support the Show: Buy Michelle a Coffee
🗝️ Keywords:Christian marriage, shame in marriage, biblical intimacy, Christian community, faith and isolation, miscarriage and faith, Psalm 23 encouragement, Christian vulnerability, women of faith, marriage struggles, Michelle Castro podcast

How Your History Impacts Your Intimacy (And What God Says About It) | S.H.A.M.E. SERIES // 20

Girl, if your past feels like a chain around your heart, whispering lies into your marriage and intimacy—this one's for you. Whether it's shame from what you've done, what was done to you, or what you were never taught… Jesus says, “That is not your landing place.” It’s time to let God rewrite the story.
💔 EPISODE SUMMARY:This week, Michelle gets real about the heavy baggage so many Christian wives drag into marriage—past sin, unspoken shame, and deep confusion about God’s design for sex and intimacy. But friend, your past is not the whole story. You were never meant to stay stuck there.
From Isaiah 43 to Philippians 4, this episode is a Spirit-filled wake-up call to unpack those hidden hurts, invite the Holy Spirit into your healing, and believe God when He says He makes all things new. 💥
💡 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
Why silence and shame are partners in keeping you stuck
How your past might be shaping your present intimacy
The difference between explaining your pain and letting it define you
How Scripture teaches us to renew our minds and reject lies
The power of naming your shame and surrendering it to Jesus
Why it’s okay (and biblical!) to get support through counseling or devotionals
What “Naked and Unashamed” offers for your healing journey
🙌 CALL TO ACTION:Don’t stay tangled in shame, friend. Write down that one lie from your past that’s still shaping your intimacy—and then ask Jesus to rewrite it with His truth. 💌
✨ Dive deeper with the Naked and Unashamed devotional (especially Day 13 & 22!)✨ Join the RIP IT OFF Facebook Community to connect and share✨ Want more support? Look into biblical counseling (ACBC is a great start!)✨ And hey—don’t forget to share this episode with a friend who needs freedom too.
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When Numbness Steals Your Marriage: Breaking Free from Apathy | S.H.A.M.E. SERIES // 19

You’re not crazy. You’re just tired. So tired, you stopped caring. But numb isn’t peace—and it’s not your destiny. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not mad, I just don’t care anymore,” this episode is your wake-up call. Because apathy in marriage isn’t neutral—it’s spiritual warfare.
💖 Episode Summary:In this third installment of the summer shame series, Michelle dives deep into one of the most dangerous and misunderstood struggles in Christian marriages: apathy. When you’ve cried the tears, prayed the prayers, and still feel nothing—it’s not the end, it’s a warning light. With bold honesty and Holy Spirit fire, Michelle exposes how the slow fade of apathy numbs desire, disconnects hearts, and invites shame to take root. But friend, numb isn’t your new normal. God has more for you.
📌 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
Why apathy isn’t harmless—and how it quietly destroys connection
How Satan patiently uses numbness to steal your joy and intimacy
The difference between peace and emotional detachment
Biblical truth that can reignite desire and drive out numbness
A powerful prayer strategy to invite God into your emotional dead zones
Practical steps to start feeling again—even after years of “nothing”
🙌 Call to Action:Sister, if apathy has crept in, it’s time to armor up. Don’t let numbness be your new normal. Reclaim joy, passion, and God’s purpose for your marriage. Start by naming the numbness—and surrendering it to the One who heals.
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🔑 Keywords: Christian marriage apathy, biblical intimacy, numb in marriage, Christian wife burnout, spiritual warfare marriage, marriage emotional disconnect, intimacy isn’t sex, Christian intimacy restoration, apathy warning signs, healing numbness in marriage

Healing Shame From Your Past in Christian Marriage | S.H.A.M.E. SERIES // 18

Girl, you were never meant to drag that heavy suitcase of shame into your marriage. It’s time to unzip it, unpack it, and let Jesus rewrite the lies you've believed for far too long. Your past may explain the pain—but it doesn’t get to decide your healing!
💖 Episode Summary:In week two of our Summer Series on Shame, Michelle pulls no punches as she dives into the emotional and spiritual baggage many women unknowingly bring into marriage. From past mistakes and sexual wounds to the silence surrounding intimacy in Christian homes, this episode is all about breaking the power of shame by bringing it into the light. Through powerful scripture, relatable stories, and the unwavering truth of God’s redemption, Michelle invites you to take every thought captive and begin rewriting your story with the truth of Christ.
📌 What You’ll Learn:
Why shame from your past doesn’t get to dictate your future
How to take every lie and toxic thought captive in Jesus' name
The visual power of trading in shameful memories for God’s truth
Why what you weren’t taught about sex can still shape your marriage
How to start the healing process with one bold sentence and a prayer
Encouragement for women who were the “good girl” yet still feel broken
🙌 Call to Action:Friend, your past doesn’t scare God. He’s reaching into it—ready to pull you out and set you free. Start today. Invite the Holy Spirit into your healing, journal the truth, and walk boldly into the intimacy God designed for you.
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🔑 Keywords: Christian marriage shame, biblical healing, past sexual trauma, intimacy in marriage, Christian women, faith-based relationships, taking thoughts captive, redeeming your story, shame and sex, healing intimacy wounds

Silence, Shame & the Lies We Believe About Intimacy | S.H.A.M.E. SERIES // 17

What if the silence you thought was protecting you is actually imprisoning you? Friend, it’s time to rip off the muzzle and confront the shame that's been hiding in the quiet corners of your heart.
💬 Episode Summary:Welcome to part one of a powerful five-part summer series that’s digging deep into the silent struggles Christian wives face—especially around sex, desire, and intimacy. In this episode, Michelle breaks open the conversation on silence—the first letter in the acronym S.H.A.M.E.—and how it fuels the bondage so many of us feel in our marriages. With bold truth, biblical wisdom, and real-life vulnerability, Michelle shares her own story of 17 years of silence and the breakthrough that came when she finally spoke out. You’ll be challenged, encouraged, and lovingly called higher—to let light flood your hidden places and watch shame shrink in the process.
🎯 What You’ll Learn:
Why silence is the fertile ground where shame grows
The difference between protecting your heart and imprisoning it
Real-life examples of how secrecy affects your marriage, body, and identity
A courageous first step to break the silence (hint: say one thing out loud!)
How James 5:16 shows the way to healing in biblical community
Michelle’s personal story of choosing truth over comfort—and the freedom it brought
How to start practicing verbal intimacy with God and safe people in your life
🙌 Call to Action:Friend, the silence has cost you enough. Let’s start breaking those chains—today.📝 Grab your copy of Naked and Unashamed and start your own 31-day journey to reclaim biblical intimacy: bit.ly/31dayjourney✨ Use code Naked10 to save 10%!
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🔑 Keywords:Christian intimacy, shame in marriage, sex and silence, Christian wives, verbal intimacy, biblical marriage healing, communication in marriage, Naked and Unashamed, breaking shame, Christian podcast for women