What if some of your darkest seasons were preparing you for something greater than you could ever imagine for yourself?

How are you defined? What do you feel defines you? What gives you value and worth? Is it from an account? 

In this heartfelt episode, we explore the vital role that our community plays in our journey through grief and healing. When tragedy strikes—like the unimaginable loss of a child—the people who show up (or don’t) often reveal much about the relationships we've cultivated.

Join me as we reflect on how our support systems mirror the choices we've made in relationships, how to discern who truly walks with us in the dark, and how to root ourselves in Christ even when human support fails. We'll talk about grace, boundaries, and surrounding ourselves with people who reflect God’s love back to us.

Whether you're navigating grief, supporting someone who is, or re-evaluating your circle, this conversation is for you.

What if some of your darkest seasons were preparing you for something greater than you could ever imagine for yourself?

In this deeply honest and grace-filled episode, we’re peeling back the layers and talking about something every woman — especially every mother — needs to hear: God is not afraid of your vulnerability.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, weary, or just unsure of how to bring your raw emotions to God, this conversation is a gentle reminder that you don’t have to clean yourself up to come to Him. He invites your tears, your doubts, your silence — your full, unfiltered self.

We’ll explore what it means to be emotionally honest before God, how motherhood can push us into deeper places of surrender, and why vulnerability isn’t weakness — it’s worship.

In this episode:

Why God desires your real, not your perfect

The power of “ugly prayers” and honest faith

How Jesus modeled vulnerability

Encouragement for moms who feel like they have to hold it all together

A simple invitation to be seen, known, and loved — exactly as you are

Whether you’re driving, folding laundry, or hiding in the bathroom for a moment of peace — this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone, and you don’t have to be strong to be held.

Don’t forget to share this with a fellow mama or sister in Christ who might need a reminder that God can handle her honest too.

What if some of your darkest seasons were preparing you for something greater than you could ever imagine for yourself?

In this episode, we’re diving deep into what it truly means to carry faith into the everyday moments of life as a woman and mother. From the chaos of morning routines to the quiet moments after bedtime, faith isn’t just found in church pews or long prayers—it’s woven into the ordinary, sacred work of nurturing, loving, and showing up.

Join me as we talk about how to:

• Embrace motherhood as a holy calling
• Find God in the mundane and the messy
• Lead our children in faith through grace, not perfection
• Create small rhythms of prayer, gratitude, and trust
• Lean into Scripture and sisterhood when strength feels far away

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or just need a reminder that you're not alone, this conversation will breathe life into your soul and offer practical encouragement to anchor your days in faith—even when life feels anything but still.

Let’s walk this journey together. You are seen. You are doing sacred work. And you are never walking alone.

What if some of your darkest seasons were preparing you for something greater than you could ever imagine for yourself? 

In this heartfelt episode, we explore how to find peace and hope in the midst of life’s most difficult storms—whether it’s the loss of a child, struggles with motherhood, or personal hardships. Join us as we reflect on the comforting truth that God is with us through every trial. With inspiring scripture and personal insights, we discuss how to trust in God’s plan, lean on faith, and keep moving forward, even when the path feels uncertain. If you're facing a storm in your life, know that you are not alone—God’s peace and purpose are always within reach.

What if some of your darkest seasons were preparing you for something greater than you could ever imagine for yourself?

In this episode, we explore what it truly means to trust God during times of uncertainty. Life often throws unexpected challenges our way, leaving us feeling uncertain and fearful. But how can we find peace and hope in those moments? Join us as we dive into biblical examples, share practical steps to strengthen your faith, and discover how trusting God can transform your perspective, even in the midst of life's toughest storms.

Focal Point Verses:

Daniel 3:24-30

Psalms 46:1-3

Thanks for joining me on The Things She Carries, I’m your host Devin Elmore and this podcast has been a labor of love over the past year. Every time it felt like God was nudging me to jump in, something would come up and life would happen. Finally I was able to put my blinders on, put my foot on the gas and make this dream happen. I’m so excited you’re here! This is the first episode and wow what a journey it has been to get here. 

I told y’all I could go on forever about Gods significance in our struggles, so here we are bringing in part 2 of last week’s chat.

This week we’re diving straight into the significance in our struggles and learning how to speak out your pain. When we do this we not only pin point what and where the emotions are coming from but this also allows us to say it to God but speaking it into existence instead of tucking it away. 

No matter what season of life we are in, God is always present in our struggles just as much as He is in our victories. When we don’t understand our circumstances, we look forward to the day when God shows us that somehow all the pain, the hurt and the fears were for His good work.

What if some of your darkest seasons were preparing you for something greater than you could ever imagine for yourself?

Hi friends! Devin here, and my hope is by sharing my stories, along with other mamas like me, that you are able to lean into the good, bad and roughest parts of motherhood. Give yourself the space to soak in these words, hear from amazing women going through seasons just like you and allowing God to take you through the valleys into the mountain tops of life. 

Often in life when something difficult crosses our paths, rarely are we thinking to ourselves “what’s this going to teach me?” My hope after listening to this episode you are able to shift your thinking and change your perspective on whatever season you’re in. It’s not always the easiest but allowing yourself to take on a different type of thinking can be so instrumental in your healing journey!

Let's grab our bibles and unpack the back pack of life together, while keeping our eyes continuously fixed on Jesus. I am so glad you're here!

What if some of your darkest seasons were preparing you for something greater than you could ever imagine for yourself?

Hi friends! Devin here, and my hope is by sharing my stories, along with other mamas like me, that you are able to lean into the good, bad and roughest parts of motherhood. Give yourself the space to soak in these words, hear from amazing women going through seasons just like you and allowing God to take you through the valleys into the mountain tops of life. 

As women we are called in such a different light, with the emotional backbone of our entire family. That weight can feel like the world is sitting in your lap, and this space is cultivated to share that weight together to remind you that you are not alone. 

Let's grab our bibles and unpack the back pack of life together, while keeping our eyes continuously fixed on Jesus. I am so glad you're here!