Summary

In this episode, Kathy Rogers shares her personal journey of faith through significant life challenges, including a breast cancer diagnosis. She discusses how her faith evolved during her treatment, emphasizing the importance of surrendering control to God and finding strength in scripture. Kathy highlights the transformative power of perspective, gratitude, and community in navigating grief and expectations. She encourages listeners to document their faith journey and share their experiences with others, fostering connection and growth in faith.

Takeaways

Faith can grow through life's challenges.

Surrendering control to God is essential for growth.

Scripture can provide strength during difficult times.

Perspective shifts can lead to greater peace.

Gratitude can reduce stress and enhance well-being.

Community support is vital for faith development.

Documenting faith experiences helps in reflection.

Navigating grief requires connection with God.

Expectations can lead to disappointment if unrealistic.

God's love is present in every aspect of life.

Titles

Growing Faith Through Life's Trials

Surrendering Control: A Journey of Faith

Sound Bites

"Can we exercise our faith like a muscle?"

"Trust me. Do you trust me?"

"We can exercise and strengthen our faith."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Faith and Life Challenges

06:36 The Impact of Personal Identity

11:43 Practical Steps for Faith Growth

19:27 Understanding Grief and Expectations

24:45 Embracing Faith in Uncertainty

27:39 New Chapter

27:44 New Chapter 2

Show Notes:Bible Verses:

Ephesians 3:14-21

Philippians 4:6-7

John 16:33

John 10:10

Action points:

Just start by releasing one thing

Adjust your perspective

Gratitude practice

Get to versus Have to

Look for good

Capture the habitual fears and anxiety that creeps in

Document the progress

Share with others

Song: Magnify by We Are Messengers

Book: One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp

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