Beauty in the Brokenness – Christian Women (Bible Study, Faith, Healing, Trauma, Hope)

Do you ever read stories of people in the Bible and think, “I want to live like that. I want to do things that are bold and adventurous!” Cyndi Staudt knows firsthand about living an adventurous faith.

She also knows how God uses our broken stories to bring healing to others. Her approval addiction led her into a series of failed relationships. But then, she met Jesus, and like the woman at the well, her life completely changed. She now lives to share His love with others, especially those who have been victims of domestic violence and sex trafficking. My conversation with Cyndi will inspire you to live a life of vibrant, authentic faith! Click here for show notes. 

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Order Graced: How God Redeems and Restores the Broken
Order Seen: How God Pursues the Overlooked and Uninvited

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Do you ever feel as though you aren’t worthy? Do you fear that if people in the church knew your past sins or current struggles, you’d be on the outside looking in? If so, listen to the following story and be amazed. It’s about you. And it’s about me. It’s about how every single one of us is pursued by Jesus right where we are.

This story is found in John 4:1-42. The woman at the well holds out her empty cup to man after man, hoping one of them will fill her heart. And then Jesus comes. He seeks her out and reveals Himself as the answer to every desire. His mercy and grace heal her deepest wounds. He overflows her empty cup with Himself—pure, clean, refreshing living water.

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Show Notes:

Listen in for a step-by-step guide on how to forgive the big things in your life. It's all good and well to understand what forgiveness is. But how do we live it out? In this episode, Teresa gives the scriptural basis for practical steps on your journey of forgiveness. Click here for show notes.

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Show Notes:
Have you struggled with the concept of forgiving someone who deeply hurt you?
Do you feel pressure (from yourself or others) to "just forgive them!" Before we can do the brave and painful work of forgiving, we need to define what forgiveness is and, more importantly, what it is not.  In this episode, we dispel 12 common myths about forgiveness and replace them with Biblical truth. If you are bound up in bitterness or are simply struggling to forgive someone who has wounded you, listen in for some hope-filled encouragement. Click here for show notes.

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Join me for this gut-level-honest conversation with Ronne Rock. Ronne is a Writer, speaker, storyteller, cheerleader, and spiritual aunty. She is also a member of the sisterhood of women who have been redeemed and restored from sexual brokenness. She has bravely allowed God to take her story and use it for good! She is bold in declaring the hope she has because of Jesus, and she lives it out here, and around the world. 

Make sure you listen until the end when Ronne describes the significance of her tattoo… WOW! 

Mentioned on the show:

Episode 9: Bathsheba's Story

>>>>>Free Devotional by Ronne Rock:  Reclaiming Who God Made You To Be <<<<<

Ebenezers (Memorials to remind us of the truth and God’s faithfulness):

• Honest, gut-level prayers
• Journaling - find a place where you can be honest with your thoughts.
• 3 types of people you need in your life:
  • A Calibrator - somebody who will point you back when you’re going off the rails
  • A Resonator - somebody who has walked a little more life than you. Someone who gets your story.
  • A Celebrator - somebody who reminds you how much they love you

 Ronne Rock~helping you hold on to what is real and true. honest encouragement and gritty hope for your purpose-weary soul.

Marketing & Special Initiatives Manager for Orphan Outreach

Author of One Woman Can Change the World: Reclaiming Your God-Designed Influence and Impact Right Where You Are.  

Connect with Ronne:

Website: ronnerock.com

T/IG: @ronnerock

FB: facebook.com/RonneRockWrites

Ronne’s Book: One Woman Can Change the World: Reclaiming Your God-Designed Influence and Impact Right Where You Are

Ronne’s Book Recs:

Hinds Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard

An allegory about the road from fear to courage. 

Charlottes Web by E. B. White

A classic children’s book with a powerful gospel message.

Read various translations of the Bible…and learn the original languages.

Great resources include:

https://biblehub.com/

https://www.blueletterbible.org/

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Order Seen: How God Pursues the Overlooked and Uninvited

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Psalm 23 is probably the best-known psalm…  We often turn to it for comfort and hope during times of loss. This psalm is a hopeful song of God’s presence and abundant provision in our time of need. 

A Psalm of David.

 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He makes me lie down in green pastures.

He leads me beside still waters.

He restores my soul.

He leads me in paths of righteousness

for his name’s sake.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,

I will fear no evil,

for you are with me;

your rod and your staff,

they comfort me.

You prepare a table before me

in the presence of my enemies;

you anoint my head with oil;

my cup overflows.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me

all the days of my life,

and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD

forever.

Psalm 23 ESV

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Have you ever thought about the fact that Bathsheba had to marry the man who raped her and then murdered her husband? How did she do it?!

The story of David and Bathsheba, found in 2 Samuel 11-12, has long been misunderstood and misrepresented in many church traditions. Even some translations of Psalm 51 imply they “committed adultery.” However, a careful study of Scripture never portrays Bathsheba as complicit. David, king of Israel, rapes Bathsheba, and she becomes pregnant. The king then murders her husband and marries her to cover up his lustful crime. The child they conceived on that tragic night dies as a baby.

And yet, after experiencing these painful life events, God restores Bathsheba. She becomes a strong, honorable, and courageous woman found in the line of Jesus. Though if you search Matthew chapter one, you might miss her.

"And David was the father of Solomon by the wife of Uriah" (Matthew 1:6b (ESV)

Far from being a dishonor to Bathsheba, God seems to be saying, "Bathsheba, I see you. I remember your story. I honor your story." And friend, He knows your story too. He hasn't forgotten. And He is eager to restore your brokenness as well!

2 Samuel 11
2 Samuel 12

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We've been talking quite a bit about rescue lately. But what about when God doesn't rescue? The marriage fails. The baby dies. The chronic illness gets worse. What then? What do we do when God doesn't come to our rescue?

Here are 8 things to remember when God doesn't rescue.

Grabe the printable download here!

Books I mentioned by Paul David Tripp:
Forever: Why You Can't Live Without It.
Broken Down House
What Did You Expect?

Oooh, and I just found this one!!!
Suffering: Gospel Hope When Life Doesn't Make Sense

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Join me as I speak with my friend, Brenda Stewart, LMHC. Brenda brings both personal and professional experience to the show. She honestly shares how early sexual abuse led to an eating disorder during her college years. After overcoming incredible odds, God directed her into the field of counseling. She now provides therapy for women who struggle with sexual trauma, eating disorders, and anxiety. As we spoke, I couldn't help but think of Joseph’s words in Genesis 50:20 (NLT), "You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good. He brought me to this position so I could save the lives of many people." What Satan meant for evil in Brenda's life, God is using to do so much good!! 

Brenda's compassionate heart and practical advice overflow in this episode! You will be encouraged and inspired by this hope-filled conversation.

Connect with Brenda:
Wellspring
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Brenda’s Book Recs:
Try Softer Aundi Kolber
Disappointment with God by Philip Yancey
The Next Right Thing by Emily  P Freeman
Getting Past Your Past by Francine  Shapiro

Practical skills to alleviate stress and anxiety Benda Mentioned:
Vegas Nerve Excises (Look on YouTube)

T. Temperature change
I. Intense exercise
P. Paced Breathing
P. Progressive Muscle Relaxation

More about Brenda:

• Brenda Stewart holds a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regent University and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and Louisiana and a Nationally Certified Counselor. 
• She is the founder of Wellspring Therapy Associates, a clinically sound, faith-based practice in the Orlando area. 
• She specializes in working with clients who struggle with trauma, eating disorders, and anxiety. 
• Brenda also provides coaching and consultation to individuals, small groups, and organizations on the prevention and recovery of compassion fatigue and burnout. 
• Brenda is passionate about helping others heal and imparts hope to her clients throughout the therapy process.

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Psalm 40 Psalm of rescue. Rahab’s story is a rescue story and so is mine.

And honestly, so is yours. ALL. OF. US. are in need of rescue. Without God’s grace… none of us would have any hope!!

What is your rescue story? Where are you still in need of rescue? Turn to God. He is already reaching toward you!

If Psalm 40 is an encouragement to you, please share this episode with a friend!

Lauren Daigle - Rescue video on Youtube

Lauren Daigle - Rescue on Spotify

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