Karina Faith Diaries

In this episode of Karina Faith Diaries, we hear the compelling story of Audra Ames, a young military widow who lost her husband, Scot, in a tragic plane crash just before her 25th birthday. Audra shares her journey through grief, healing, and rediscovering purpose, offering a candid look at how her faith transformed in the face of profound loss and anger. She speaks about the unique challenges of navigating grief, the support of her community, and her strategies for coping, especially during difficult times like the holidays. Audra’s path has since led her to advocacy, public speaking, and embracing life again through endeavors like competing in the Miss Indiana pageant. Her story serves to inspire and empower others to seek joy and purpose, even after enduring unimaginable loss.

Karina sits down with Pastor Derek Lopez to explore the profound topic of spiritual warfare and how faith equips us to face unseen battles. Pastor Derek shares stories from his own journey, from vivid childhood experiences of spiritual warfare to his calling to become a pastor, all of which shaped his understanding of God's authority and love.

In this inspiring episode of Karina Faith Diaries, Karina interviews Seni Gonzalez, a passionate entrepreneur and the CEO of Paco's Taqueria. Seni’s journey is nothing short of incredible, starting when she immigrated to the United States from Mexico at the age of 14. By 18, Seni was a single mother of three, navigating life’s many challenges, including running a household and building a business. Despite the overwhelming odds, Seni used her faith, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit to start her first business at just 18 years old. In this episode, she shares how she managed to raise her children while growing her business, first taking over her ex-mother-in-law’s retail store, then eventually creating her own successful restaurant chain, Paco's Taqueria. Seni candidly discusses the immense challenges of balancing single motherhood and business ownership, the sacrifices she made, and how God played a key role in her decision-making. She also highlights how community support, strategic risks, and her persistence helped her achieve growth, even when resources were scarce.

Karina sits down with Hope Hodgson—model, DJ, and woman of faith—as she shares her incredible journey of balancing a career in the entertainment industry while staying grounded in her relationship with God. From navigating the world of high fashion and commercial modeling to opening for Quavo at the Super Bowl as a DJ, Hope’s testimony is a powerful example of how faith can guide you through life’s biggest opportunities and toughest decisions. She opens up about her spiritual roots, the trials that strengthened her faith, and how she uses her platforms to glorify God in every aspect of her life.