Secure in Him: Letting Go of Works and Embracing Grace with Kenza Haddock

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Every Day Royalty Podcast! In today’s conversation, host Keri Kitchen sits down  with Kenza Haddock, LPCS, BCPC for a heartfelt and honest discussion about faith, healing, and learning to see ourselves—and God—more clearly. Our guest shares her powerful journey, from growing up in an Islamic household with a works-based mindset to experiencing a transformative encounter with Jesus and ultimately finding true peace, purpose, and belonging.

Together, they explore how our perceptions of God are often shaped by past teachings, trauma, and even our relationships with others—and how these skewed perspectives can keep us locked in cycles of anxiety and performance. You’ll hear practical wisdom about developing a healthy attachment with God, setting boundaries, and the life-changing difference between conviction and condemnation. Plus, they offer actionable strategies for establishing a deeper relationship with God, centering on gratitude, honest conversations, and rewiring harmful thought patterns.

Whether you’re navigating your own faith journey, seeking freedom from anxiety, or simply curious about nurturing intimacy with God, this episode is full of grace-filled encouragement and tools you can start using today. So settle in, grab your journal, and get ready to be reminded that you, too, are a royal daughter or son of the King!

Prayer Journal Prompts

1. In what ways does your view of God reflect how others have treated you in the past?

2. When you feel anxiety or condemnation, what is the voice behind those feelings saying?

3. What would change in your life if you believed God was both sovereign and intimately interested in your daily details?

4. How do you approach God: timidly, boldly, or somewhere in between? Why do you think that is?

5. Add the phrase “in Christ” to a self-critical thought you’ve had recently. Does it still make sense?

6. What boundaries might you need to set with people who consistently remind you of your mistakes?

7. How can you start your mornings with gratitude, even on tough days?

8. What are a few names or characteristics of God you want to explore more deeply?

9. How have your thinking habits (about yourself, God, or others) formed over the years? Where might you want to challenge those patterns?

10. What would it look like to surrender a problem to God today, trusting His capacity instead of your own?

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To learn more about Kenza, visit: https://kenzahaddock.com/ 

Book:
Secure: How to Have a Healthy Attachment With God
Available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, Walmart.com, and wherever books are sold.

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If today’s episode has left you realizing there’s a disconnect in your relationship with God—maybe you’re wrestling with anxiety, struggling to trust Him, or just longing for a deeper, healthier attachment—you’re not alone. Building that secure foundation with the Lord takes time, and it’s okay to start right where you are.

If you’re ready to press into His presence and grow your intimacy in prayer, I encourage you to step into the 7-Day Incredible Prayer Challenge. It’s a simple, guided way to ignite your prayer life and experience God’s peace, clarity, and loving voice in new, powerful ways.

You can begin your journey here: prayer.everydayincredible.net

Remember, God meets you exactly where you are, and every step you take toward Him matters. He is your source—and in Him, you are fully equipped and never alone.