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Pick Up Your Mat: The Faith Shift That Changes Everything


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Have you ever felt stuck—praying for change, but not seeing breakthrough?

In this powerful solo episode of the Redeemed Podcast, Lauren shares a deeply personal and faith-filled message rooted in John 5—the story of the man who had been waiting 38 years for healing.

Jesus asked him one simple question:

“Do you want to get well?”

This episode challenges listeners to move beyond waiting and step into action through faith.

Through real-life experiences, personal testimony, and biblical truth, Lauren reminds us that:

👉 Prayer is powerful—but faith requires movement
 👉 Healing often begins with obedience
 👉 You are not alone in your struggle

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 – Feeling tired, overwhelmed, and stretched thin
 02:10 – Why this message matters right now
 04:30 – The story of “Pick Up Your Mat” (John 5)
 07:15 – “Do you want to get well?” (powerful question)
 09:40 – Why we stay stuck longer than we should
 12:20 – A real story: choosing faith in the middle of cancer 
 15:10 – Prayer is powerful… but it’s not the only step
 18:00 – What it means to actually take action in faith
 21:30 – Practical examples: forgiveness, grief, addiction, attitude
 25:00 – You are not meant to do this alone
 28:40 – The power of community and stepping out
 32:00 – Personal testimony: miscarriage, healing, and connection
 36:20 – Faith in action: your next step matters
 40:00 – Encouragement: stop waiting, start walking
 43:00 – Final prayer + call to “pick up your mat”

💬 What You’ll Learn

  • Why we stay stuck in pain, fear, or unforgiveness
  • The connection between prayer and action
  • What it means to “pick up your mat” in real life
  • How to move forward in faith even when it’s hard
  • The importance of community in healing

🔥 Key Takeaway

You don’t have to stay where you are.

God is calling you to rise, to move, and to walk in freedom—
 but it starts with a step of faith.


🎧 Listen & Share

If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who may feel stuck today.

💬 What is your “mat” that God is asking you to pick up?
 📩 Message Lauren—she would love to hear your story

Contact Lauren:

Website laurenburns.net

Book STOLEN subscribepage.io/R8EW8e 

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/laurenburnsredeemed/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/laurenBredeemed/

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Disclaimer:

The purpose of the Redeemed Podcast is to share the love of Jesus. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on behalf of guest do not necessarily represent the thoughts of the host. This podcast does not constitute services or medical advise. Pease pray and thoroughly research options for medical needs. Listeners and viewers consume this content on a voluntary basis and assume all responsibility for resulting consequence and impact.

When Lauren Burns was just seven years old, her life became headline news. The world saw the rescue,  some even saw the movie but they didn’t see the healing.

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