In this episode, Kyia opens up about the quiet pressure so many young Christian women feel to be the “perfect” believer — always joyful, always pure, always spiritually impressive. She unpacks how church culture, social media, and fear of disappointing God can twist our faith into performance. With honesty and grace, she reminds listeners that Jesus isn’t asking for perfection — just our hearts.
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honestly marriage feels different for us (w/ jake stammer)
In this episode, Kyia and Jake share an honest look into their first month of marriage. The Stammer's talk about the surprises, the wins, and what they’re learning as newlyweds. They open up about navigating the holidays as a married couple, merging traditions, staying unified, and building a Christ-centered rhythm in their new home.
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The subtle grief of the holidays in your 20s
In this episode, our host Kyia Stammer opens up about how the holidays can feel strangely bittersweet in your 20s. She explains it is a mix of nostalgia, growing pains, and grieving the simplicity of childhood. She shares why it’s completely normal to feel “off” during the season, how adulthood shifts the way we experience Christmas, and the unexpected beauty that comes with creating new traditions. Kyia also reflects on her first holidays as a married woman and what it looks like to build her own family rhythm with Jake. This episode is comforting, honest, and perfect for anyone navigating a changing holiday season.
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how our wedding night was God-honoring
"I AM A WIFE." In this episode, our host and her HUSBAND talk about their wedding weekend along with their wedding night!
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when life feels full and fast
In this episode, our host Kyia opens up about what it feels like to be in a season overflowing with blessings, a wedding week, a new apartment, marathon training, a job promotion, yet still feeling the pull to slow down and stay grounded in Jesus. She shares gentle reminders and biblical truths about finding peace in the pace, learning to be still even when life is moving quickly, and discovering that fullness doesn’t have to mean frantic. Through scripture, personal reflection, and encouragement, Kyia invites listeners to pause, breathe, and rest in the truth that God’s timing is perfect and His presence is enough.
Welcome to the BY FAITH Podcast! My name is Kyia Mochitani and I am your host for this show! After listening to each episode, I want you to feel encouraged, seen, and eager to spread God’s love right where you are. I want you to leave feeling on fire for Jesus, a new level of love for Jesus, and a new heart for the people around you. This podcast highlights God’s light in life, in trials, in joy!