As Kate Floyd, of our Trussville community, journeyed through ever-changing seasons of life, the Lord provided step-by-step comfort and assurance. Facing her husband's multiple sclerosis diagnosis, a family move, and homesickness, Kate needed the Lord to lay out His purpose for her life in a powerful way—and He did just that.

In this episode, you will learn:

– God sees you where you are.

– Your sense of purpose can be discovered in Him alone.

– The Lord shows up in surprising ways to comfort and affirm His people.

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Desert Song by Hillsong

Oceans: Where Feet May Fail by Bethel Music

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When Laura Rowe, of our Fairhope community, became unsteady in her own plans, she and her family began simply saying yes to the next thing. Now serving as foster parents, they care for children, minister to mothers, and live out love as a verb.

Listen and learn how, in Laura's words, "Doing God's work is not always pretty, but what it accomplishes is beautiful." Plus, don't miss our bonus guest—the mother of children whom Laura has fostered!

In this episode, you will learn:

– Instead of seeking God's hand, start seeking his heart.

– Wondering what His plans are? Say yes to God today, and see where it takes you.

– Keep saying yes, and you may find yourself living a life you never expected and loving it.

Links:

Every Moment Holy book by Douglas K. McKelvey

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The rubber meets the road when moments of faith mark many a spiritual journey. For Teri Bowie, of our Oxford community, the sudden and unexpected loss of her adult son left her with a choice: run to God or run from Him.

Relying on His faithfulness, Teri says God handled her anger, sadness, and frustration—and that any heavy load can be lightened with the love of the Lord on your side.

In this episode, you will learn:

– We can praise and love God amidst our deepest hurts.

– He can handle our questions and doubts—He loves us.

– Look for His goodness and faithfulness in all circumstances.

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Christy Dooley, of Trussville, knows hardship like the back of her hand. Suffering loss, family dysfunction, and three cancer diagnoses, in time she learned to lean on precious assurances from the Lord. You'll hear from Christy a true testament to the power of prayer—and see the goodness in letting the Lord take control of your life.

In this episode, you will learn:

– As you traverse life's most difficult journeys, the Lord will carry you.

– You put Him on the throne of your life when you relinquish control.

– Your prayers play a powerful role in spiritual and physical healing.

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For many years, Kim Hughes of our Fairhope community lived a try-harder lifestyle in which the effort she put forth was equal to the emptiness she felt. Half-commitments to the Lord left her striving for comfort in worldly things.

But when He shook up her plans and pursued her heart, Kim finally found herself pursuing Him in return—and also the rich relationship she'd missed out on.

In this episode, you will learn:

– When you receive His grace instead of trying to earn it, you walk closer to Jesus.

– If the Lord has removed you from your comfort zone, pay attention to what His purpose is in your life.

– Until Jesus is enough, nothing ever will be.

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When faced with infertility and interrupted plans, Kitty Hurdle from our Oxford community, grew disappointed in life and disappointed in God. Spiritual, physical, and emotional destitution revealed all the things she could not do.

But in learning her limitations—and choosing to trust God in all her "cannots"—Kitty's perspective became one of rebirth and revival. Soon, her family's adoption story spoke Gospel truth into her soul.

In this episode, you will learn:

– Vibrant spiritual life requires our trust in Him at all times.

– God creates beautiful things out of the nothingness in our lives.

– He alone can sympathize with our weaknesses.

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When Leah Cox from our Jackson community asked the Lord to close some doors, He instead "opened them all—and every window."

Leah's story of living out the gospel is one of steady provision and greater purposes. As she kept in continual communication with the Lord during her kidney transplant journey, He regularly confirmed her steps.

Leah will remind you to say yes to God—your life is not your own.

In this episode, you will learn:

– Be on the lookout for the seeds God is planting and be open to His nudging.

– A life of faith does not line up with a life of "what-ifs."

– When you say yes to God, there is no telling where He might lead you.

Listen to a similar story- Ep. 181 Susannah Cleveland: A Perfect Match

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We are never more near to our Savior than when we are suffering. In that way, we are able to thank Him for it—even when the suffering is unimaginable.

For EA Montgomery, of our Homewood community, a lifetime of loss has given way to an eternal mindset, and grace upon grace has given way to gratitude.

Following the unexpected passing of her two-year-old daughter, EA shares a raw and honest account of what it's like to journey from the pits of despair to a place of joy and peace.

In this episode, you will learn:

— The Lord will never lead you to where his grace cannot sustain you.

— When you fully trust Him, you can face anything.

— He is merciful, gracious, and loving in all circumstances.

— Your only hope in life and in death is in your Savior, Jesus Christ.

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The path to His promises is never predictable. But for Amanda Myers, of our Jackson community, what felt like a detour proved to be the way.

Amanda shares about her precious, ongoing relationship with Guatemala and its people. In making sense of the Lord's work, He changed her mind as much as He changed her plans.

In this episode, you will learn:

- His ways are bigger, better, and beautiful—and often very different from ours.

- We are called to faithfully follow God and lean on His promises in seasons of interrupted plans.

- He is sovereign over our circumstances and provides peace and provisions along the way.

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Our great God goes to great lengths to love us and redeem us. Still, He works in seemingly small ways, too. For Lauren, He did both.

Lauren shares a detail-rich story that proves the Lord is always gracious, always near, and always working. Listen and learn how an unplanned pregnancy, accompanied with fear and shame, were met with grace and goodness at every turn.

You won't believe the powerful affirmations the Lord brought about in Lauren's life!

In this episode, you will learn:

• The Lord longs to redeem and restore his lost sheep.
• He places just the right people in our lives—at just the right times.
• We are who He says we are; judgment and shame fall away when we rest in Him.

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