# 76| When You Put God First, Everything Aligns| ft. Mindy Backsen

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Published: 2026-03-31T10:15:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this faith-filled conversation, Melissa sits down with Mindy “Mindo” Backsen, a wife and mom from North Dakota whose story is rooted in obedience, surrender, and trusting God when the next step feels uncertain. Mindy shares how she left a demanding career in insurance, stepped into social selling and coaching, and discovered that true alignment happens when Christ is first, not second. Together, they talk about how overconsumption, urgency, and striving quietly steal our peace, and how Scripture, quiet time with God, and fixing our eyes on Jesus bring clarity in confusing seasons. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, spiritually dry, or unsure of your next step, this episode will remind you that you are not stuck. You are being invited deeper. And God is working, even in rebuilding seasons. Links Mentioned Mindy’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mindybacksen Mindy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindy.backsen Christian Women Building Business Together: https://christianwomenbuildingbusiness.com/ Key Takeaways Peace comes from alignment with Christ. You may not have control, but you do have a good God. Overconsumption of voices creates confusion. Discernment check: Is this bringing peace or pressure? Uncertainty is part of life, but your certainty can be Christ. You are not stuck. Small, obedient steps compound over time. Stop giving away your power to distractions and negativity. The stirring for more is not random. God multiplies obedience. Chapters & Timestamps 00:01 Welcome + Meet Mindy Backsen 00:49 Mindy’s story: career, motherhood, and feeling called to “more” 02:37 The leap of faith and surrender 04:22 Putting Christ first and finding alignment 07:47 Seeking God wholeheartedly (Jeremiah 29) 10:37 What steals peace: urgency and overconsumption 13:30…

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