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In this powerful testimony, Michelle shares a journey through anxiety and panic attacks, highlighting God’s healing, sovereignty, and grace. Despite the struggle and moments of doubt, God’s goodness prevailed—restoring not only health but also a flourishing writing ministry. The piece challenges us to focus on God’s blessings rather than our hardships and encourages sharing our stories as living proof of hope found in Him.

✨ Highlights

• Battling anxiety and panic attacks, and the impact on ministry and career

• God’s healing power and the unexpected blessing of restored purpose

• Choosing to focus on God’s goodness instead of pain or rejection

• Using personal testimony as a platform to normalize mental health and share hope

• The importance of being prepared to give a reason for the hope we have (1 Peter 3:15)

• Practical encouragement: journal your blessings and practice sharing your testimony

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When was the last time you shared your story of God’s goodness? What part of your testimony shines the brightest with hope? Join the conversation by sharing your story with #GodsGloryStory or tag @LifeAudioNetwork to encourage others to see God’s work in their lives.

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Let Your Story Be God’s Glory

“Always be prepared to answer everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect…” 1 Peter 3:15

In the year 2020, I battled anxiety. These experiences with anxiety turned into rounds of panic attacks I couldn’t control. After getting help from psychiatrists and being prescribed medication, I was officially diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. After the diagnosis, I was distraught. I felt as if I would never be able to function normally again. Not only this, but I felt like my writing career was over. Because I couldn't function normally due to those waves of panic attacks, I felt as if I would never write again. However, God, in His sovereignty and goodness, allowed me not only to write again but also to become very successful in my career.

As a guest on various podcasts, I always attest to God's goodness during this time in my life. Although many people understood my situation and either struggled with it themselves or had loved ones who struggled with mental disorders, there were a few who were not so understanding. They tried to leverage their knowledge of this disorder as an opportunit

In Matthew 10, Jesus sets out clear expectations for his followers of what it will look like to serve him and walk with him. And he wants us to know, quite frankly, that if we were trying to find our way to a lifestyle dream—a place of comfort and pampering—we have come to the wrong place, and we have chosen the wrong Lord.

What is grieving or quenching the Spirit? Does it mean God is angry with us? How can I get back to when I used to trust God? I escaped legalism 15 years ago, but I still find myself double-minded in some ways, and I wonder what to do. What can you suggest?