What if the very things you're begging God to take away are the exact tools He's using to make you unshakable?

In this powerful episode, Anna McLaughlin explores the surprising strength that comes not from avoiding hardship—but walking through it with God. Reflecting on Scripture, personal experience, and insight from thinkers like Andrew Murray and Malcolm Gladwell, Anna brings clarity and hope to those wrestling with overwhelming circumstances.

She re-examines the classic story of David and Goliath, explores the hidden resilience born out of adversity, and shares how moments of pain, grief, or struggle may be shaping your greatest ministry. Drawing from WWII's London Blitz, dyslexia research, and personal loss, Anna reveals the deep truth: surviving a "remote miss" doesn't just spare you—it transforms you.

Key Topics & Takeaways:

• Why abiding in Christ is the foundation of true resilience

• How David's victory over Goliath reveals strategic, God-given wisdom

• The truth about dyslexia, leadership, and how adversity can shape destiny

• What "remote misses" are—and how surviving one can rewire you for strength

• Why many of the world's most impactful people experienced deep loss early in life

• The role of righteous defiance and holy submission in becoming unshakable

Relevant Links & References:

• The True Vine by Andrew Murray – A short but powerful devotional that invites you to rest in God's presence and trust in His plan for your life.

• David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants - Explore the power of the underdog in Malcolm Gladwell's dazzling examination of success, motivation, and the role of adversity in shaping our lives.

• Past episode: To the Brave and Brokenhearted … - In this episode, Anna McLaughlin shares a raw, faith-filled reflection on what it means to be pruned, broken, and deeply loved by God.

Upcoming Event:

☕ Abide – A Generational Tea May 17, 2025 | 🕜 1:30–3:30 PM Raleigh, NC

I'm so excited to invite you to Abide – A Generational Tea in Raleigh, NC, on May 17, 2025 from 1:30 – 3:30 PM! to celebrate faith, connection, and the wisdom passed between generations of women. This isn't just an event—it's a moment to pause, reflect, and share meaningful conversations over tea and dessert with the women who shape our lives.

I'll be there with my daughter, and I'd love to meet YOU! If you're planning to attend, let me know so we can connect in person.

This will be a day to remember, and I'm so looking forward to sharing it with you.

See you there! 🌿✨

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MUSIC CREDITS

Theme music: Brave New World

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Artist: Fantoms

Inspiring Hopeful

Audio source: Jamendo

Artist: Aliaksei Yukhnevich

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