I am so excited about having Nicole C. Mullen join me for The Crystal Paine Show for this episode! Nicole is the author of the book It’s Never the Wrong Time to do the Right Thing: Courageous Stories to Inspire Godly Decisions, and Nicole discusses one of the inspiring biblical stories that she explores in her book - the account of Abigail, the wife of the wealthy but foolish Nabal. As a self-proclaimed “Bible nerd,” Nicole discusses how, when Nabal insults David's men, the enraged David vows to destroy Nabal's household. Abigail quickly gathers provisions and goes to intercept David, humbling herself and pleading for mercy. Her wisdom and courage turn David away from his plan for vengeance, and later, when Nabal hears what Abigail has done, he has a fatal reaction, and David then takes Abigail as his wife.

Nicole goes on to explain that Abigail's story teaches important lessons about responding vs. reacting and about the importance of timing and wisdom in difficult situations. She reflects on how Abigail's example has impacted her own life, especially during her experience of becoming a single mother, and she highlights the need for the church to better support and empower single mothers, who often feel unseen and unsupported. She recounts the legacy of her own grandparents, who fostered and adopted children, creating a true ripple effect of generational impact.

My conversation with Nicole really highlights how one person's courageous choices can have far-reaching, even world-changing consequences, as seen in biblical figures such as Abigail and Moses' mother Jochebed. Nicole encourages listeners to step out in faith, even when it's scary. God can use our obedience in ways we can't imagine!

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In This Episode

[0:35] - I welcome Nicole C. Mullen, author of the book It’s Never the Wrong Time to Do the Right Thing!

[2:06] - Nicole recounts Abigail’s bravery as she intervenes to stop David from slaughtering her household.

[5:15] - Hear how Abigail’s swift courage and wise timing ultimately averted David’s anger and saved her home.

[8:19] - Abigail waits wisely, reveals the crisis, and God, not her, ultimately removes her dangerous husband.

[11:40] - Abigail's story teaches us that seeking divine wisdom and acting with calm timing prevents reckless reactions.

[14:14] - Peace-guided choices, patient replies, and deliberate timing help us respond wisely instead of reacting rashly.

[17:07] - Nicole reflects on how God guided her as a single mother despite fear and societal neglect.

[20:50] - Supporting single mothers strengthens them and impacts future generations positively.

[23:35] - I touch upon how helping one person’s healing creates a ripple effect across families and communities.

[24:06] - Nicole traces her family’s legacy of faith, courage, and fostering children through generations.

[27:11] - Even just one courageous, faithful act can create lasting ripples affecting families, communities, and even nations.

Links & Resources

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It’s Never the Wrong Time to do the Right Thing: Courageous Stories to Inspire Godly Decisions by Nicole C. Mullen

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