In this episode of "Rhythms that Restore," host Cherisse welcomes singer,songwriter and social media manager Liz Krol, who shares her powerful story of overcoming personal breakdowns through faith and God's guidance. Liz recounts significant life challenges, including a vocal cord tumor and a sexual assault at age 13, and emphasizes the importance of prayer, surrender, and resilience. The conversation also touches on Liz's musical journey, her YouTube channel "French and Freckles," and her role as a social media mentor. Liz encourages listeners to be attentive to life's rhythms and trust in God's plan for breakthroughs.

Breakdown to Breakthrough (0:3) Cherisse introduces the podcast and the topic of going from a breakdown to a breakthrough.

Introduction of Guest (0:39) Cherisse introduces Liz Kroll and discusses the anticipation of her sharing her breakthrough story.

Liz's Breakthrough Story (1:46) Liz shares her breakthrough story and how God met her at a time of breakdown and walked her into a breakthrough in her life.

Mentorship and Collaboration (2:30) Cherisse and Liz discuss their mentorship and collaboration in various creative endeavors, including podcast production and music.

Singing the National Anthem (3:15) Liz shares her experience of singing the national anthem at a military event and the impact of the performance.

Liz's Music Career (4:49) Liz discusses her music career, including her Spanish and English songs, and her passion for music since childhood.

Desert Flower Song (6:00) Liz talks about her song "Desert Flower" and its connection to the theme of breakdown to breakthrough.

Embracing Creativity (8:09) Cherisse and Liz discuss embracing creativity and surrendering talents to God.

French and Freckles YouTube Channel (9:47) Liz introduces her YouTube channel, "French and Freckles," where she and her husband review restaurants and share their love for food and travel.

Finding Love Again (11:14) Liz shares her journey of finding love again after a breakdown in her previous marriage and the power of prayer.

Closure and New Beginnings (13:25) Liz reflects on closing the previous chapter of her life and embracing new beginnings with her current husband.

Breakdowns and Breakthroughs (13:54) Liz emphasizes the importance of seeing breakdowns as opportunities for breakthroughs and the need to release bitterness and resentment.

Lessons from the Desert (16:03) Liz discusses the symbolism of the desert in her life and the importance of finding clarity and healing during challenging times.

Believing in God's Promises (18:03) Liz emphasizes the significance of believing in God's promises and anticipating their fulfillment during difficult seasons.

Overcoming Mental Struggles (19:04) Liz shares a raw and real experience of mental struggle and the assurance of God's unconditional love and redemption.

God's Pursuit and Redemption (00:20:19) Cherisse and Liz discuss God's pursuit of us, even in our lowest moments, and His ability to rescue and redeem us.

Breakthrough and Testimony (00:21:07) Liz shares her personal breakthrough story and the power of turning a breakdown into a testimony.

Struggles of Being a Christian Woman (00:22:02) Cherisse and Liz discuss the misconception of perfection as a Christian woman and the need for reliance on God.

Intentional Prayer and Seeking God's Plan (00:22:57) Liz talks about intentional prayer with her husband and seeking God's plan for their lives.

Facing Life's Challenges and Growth (00:24:41) Liz shares her experiences of breakdowns and challenges in life and how they led to growth and learning.

Faith and Healing (00:29:37) Liz recounts her experiences of facing health challenges and finding faith and healing through them.

Journaling and Reflecting on Spiritual Growth (00:35:08) Liz discusses the significance of journaling as a tool for reflecting on spiritual growth and learning from past experiences.

Life's Rhythms and Embracing Change (00:38:08) Liz shares wisdom for embracing life's different rhythms and understanding God's plan for each season.

Connecting with Liz (00:42:05) Cherisse mentions ways to connect with Liz through her women's ministry called "Emerge 2024" on Facebook.

Emerged 2024 Virtual Conferences (00:42:07) Liz discusses the virtual conferences she hosts and their purpose, both virtual and in-person.

Local and Virtual Events (00:42:36) Cherisse and Liz talk about the location of the events and who can attend, both in person and virtually.

Social Media and Business Mentoring (00:43:04) Liz's expertise in social media and business mentoring, and how she can help others grow their businesses.

Divine Conversation and Breakthrough (00:43:49) Liz expresses gratitude for the conversation and encourages listeners to pay attention to the rhythm of their lives and embrace a breakthrough.

Closing Remarks (00:44:24) Cherisse concludes the episode, expressing gratitude and encouraging listeners to find peace in being themselves.

Final Thoughts (00:45:00) A reminder to embrace oneself and find peace in being enough.

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Connect with Liz Krol or Liz Krol Productions for all things Digital Productions 

FB Liz Krol, YouTube: Liz Krol, "French & Freckles Channel: Lots of Love & Butter"

 Instagram @lizzett_Krol and on Spotify: Lizzette Alvarado 

Join her Emerge Women's Ministry: www.emergeinfaith.com

www.facebook.com/groups/desertflowerdialogues 

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