Do you ever feel like you weren’t picked? Like you’re standing on the sidelines—waiting to be chosen, seen, or loved?

In this heartfelt episode of Loved, Period., Alex sits down with one of her best friends and absolute spiritual powerhouse Gabriell Medina to explore John 15—one of the most personal and profound chapters in the New Testament. Together, they dive deep into what it means when Jesus says:

“I no longer call you servants… I have called you friends.”

This isn't just scripture—it's a life-altering invitation to divine friendship, belonging, and being chosen first by the Savior of the world.

✨ Whether you're a college student feeling unseen, a single parent carrying too much, or someone just trying to figure out if you matter—this episode is for you.

In This Episode, We Talk About:

💛 Why John 15 is always a story—one that reveals Christ’s love in surprising ways

🤝 What it means to be Jesus’s friend (not just his follower)

📖 The original Greek word for “friend” and why it changes everything

🎯 How to move from “please choose me” to “I’ve already been chosen”

🧠 Why emotional safety, chosen-ness, and friendship with God are deeply intertwined

🚗 Gabriell’s unforgettable analogy of Jesus’s atonement as a fully-paid-for dream car

🏀 How gym class, job interviews, and dating all teach us the wrong things about being “chosen”—and how Jesus rewrites the narrative

😂 Jesus as the funniest, safest, most joy-filled friend you’ll ever have

Challenge of the Week 💌Choose someone—really see them. Learn their story. Then do one thing this week to help them feel chosen, known, and loved. (Bonus: you just might feel chosen too 💫)

Favorite Quotes:

🗣️ “Jesus will never fire you. You’re not replaceable. You are not an employee in the kingdom—you’re a friend.”

🗣️ “He bought the car knowing it was going to get jacked up. He just wants you to take it out and send Him postcards.”

🗣️ “Jesus chose you first. Not because you earned it—but because He already knew you.”

Share the Love ❤️Send this episode to someone who needs to be reminded that they are chosen, period. Not someday. Not after they’re perfect. But right now. Just as they are. And please give us a review… we want as many people as possible to find us and experience the love of Jesus!

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Artist: Benjamin Tissot

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