The Whether Channel

Meet Trish. She's a single mom to a precious little girl, Layla. Two years ago Layla's life was spared in a serious car accident. Through this scary season both Trish and Layla had the opportunity to taste and see the Lord's goodness. In this episode Trish shares all about this season, how they suffered and where they found their hope. 

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P.S. As the holiday season is quickly approaching, I'd love for this amazing community to choose one cancer patient to champion during this season. Would you pray about who you can show tangible love to and send them a gift to remind them that they are not forgotten? If you're struggling to decide on a gift or have no idea where to start, here is a list of gifts that were most helpful to me during my battle with cancer: https://www.alichristian.com/giftsforawarrior.

When you send your patient a gift, I'd love for you to send me a message and let me know who you sent a gift to (first name only) and what you sent. It would be such a blessing for me to hear about this community spreading God's love during this holiday season & to be able to give you a shoutout on the podcast.

Today Kate Piazza, wife, mom, ER nurse & author shares the story of her daughter Colette who battled childhood cancer. To hear of Kate's deep, unwavering trust in God and the Lord's kindness to them throughout Colette's battle brought me to tears many times throughout this interview. After Kate and I recorded this episode she sent me an email, writing some of the most encouraging words I've ever heard (and I'm sharing with her permission). 

She writes... "From someone who had to face the thing I dreaded most in the world, I am telling you straight: God's grace was always enough. Everything I dreaded did become a reality for me but had I known that God's grace would have sustained me like it did I would not have feared so much. God's grace made the unbearable bearable. I think of Psalm 23:5..."He set a table for me in the presence of my enemies." He provided for me emotionally, physically, spiritually right there in the dark places. Don't give in to the temptation to live a life of dread. Wherever you go in life, God's grace will be a step ahead--setting up a table for you in the presence of your enemies. You're safe. So safe..." 

Hearing these words from a mother who lost her only baby girl is evidence to me that there must be a loving and living God. Listen in and hear Kate's story about Colette and our almighty, sustaining & gracious God.

Show notes:

-To hear more about Colette's story and Kate's relentless pursuit of God, you can purchase Kate's book here: https://amzn.to/3lX1aOd

-As the holiday season is quickly approaching, I'd love for my amazing online community to choose one patient to champion during this season. Would you pray about who you can show tangible love to and send them a gift to remind them that they are not forgotten? If you're struggling to decide on a gift or have no idea where to start, here is a list of gifts that were most helpful to me during my battle with cancer: https://www.alichristian.com/giftsforawarrior.

-When you send your patient a gift, I'd love for you to send me a message and let me know who you sent a gift to (first name only) and what you sent. It would be such a blessing for me to hear about this community spreading God's love during this holiday season & to be able to give you a shoutout on the podcast.

In this week’s podcast episode Rachel McMichael shares with us a glimpse into some of the most painful parts of her childhood (as well as her daughter’s) that have led her (and her sweet girl) to cling to hope instead of resentment. 

You can find all things Rachel here: https://rachelmcmichael.com/

Show notes:

-If you're championing a cancer patient (or any type of patient for that matter) here is the list I mention in this episode, full of the most helpful gifts for the patient God's put on your heart: https://www.alichristian.com/giftsforawarrior

-Need a way to encourage a friend or family member walking through a hard time? Here are two tees that I personally put on during challenging times to literally clothe myself in God's truth:

If God has put someone on your heart to encourage, this is the perfect way to tangibly remind them of His love and truth (and help them look really cute, even if they don’t feel it on the inside right now).

In this episode Rebekah Markewich graciously offers us a glimpse into life as a priest's wife, homeschool mom and creator while fighting multiple chronic illnesses. Rebekah's words in this interview are a soothing reminder for all of us who are navigating a hard road as we strive to be faithful in the areas God has called us to.

If you'd like to support The Whether Channel Podcast Ministry in an easy and tangible way, here is the link to make a monthly donation. Big or small, we are so grateful for your support!

https://www.alichristian.com/podcast

Jean is a foster mom of one, adoptive mom of two, infertility warrior and she's living a life she didn't plan. God hasn't given Jean or her husband the life they asked for. In fact, it's far from it. In this episode Jean shares so beautifully about how she is seeking the Lord even as she walks through the painful reality of living a life she didn't plan. 

Did you know that 58% of women are lonely? Jen Schmidt, author of 'Just Open The Door' is the queen of hospitality. In fact, she wrote a book on hospitality. But, don't lose me there. In this episode, we are sharing our hearts about the loneliness we have experienced (& are currently battling in this season of life). Throughout this conversation the Lord brought so much encouragement to my aching heart and I pray it does the same for yours.

Gifts For A Warrior:

I hate to admit it but when I was first diagnosed, I was given a lot of gifts that I didn’t have any use for. However, there have been gifts that have been a game changer for me as a cancer patient and that I wish I could buy for every cancer patient in the world. If you're championing a cancer patient (or any type of patient for that matter) here is the list I mention in this episode, full of the most helpful gifts for the patient God's put on your heart: https://www.alichristian.com/giftsforawarrior.

Jen's Books:

Just Open The Door: How One Invitation Can Change A Generation ( book only):

 https://amzn.to/2W45XTL

Just Open The Door: How One Invitation Can Change A Generation (Bible Study Book):

https://amzn.to/3o0aH8q

Did you know that 58% of women are lonely? Jen Schmidt, author of 'Just Open The Door' is the queen of hospitality. In fact, she wrote a book on hospitality. But, don't lose me there. In this episode, we are sharing our hearts about the loneliness we have experienced (& are currently battling in this season of life). Throughout this conversation the Lord brought so much encouragement to my aching heart and I pray it does the same for yours.

Jen's Books:

Just Open The Door: How One Invitation Can Change A Generation ( book only): 

 https://amzn.to/2W45XTL

Just Open The Door: How One Invitation Can Change A Generation (Bible Study Book):

https://amzn.to/3o0aH8q

I know from personal experience that it is physically painful to watch your children suffer. We have done a lot of suffering as a family, but we've also reaped rich blessings as a result.

In the latest episode of The Whether Channel I’m sharing about the battles I’ve watched my girls walk through as a result of my cancer diagnosis, but also the blessings we have experienced through the suffering. I pray this is encouraging to the mommas whose hearts are breaking as they watch their children process any type of pain and trauma.

Show notes:

NEW monthly donation option via PayPal! Check it out here alichristian.com/podcast

This first episode of season 3 is specifically for people who are deeply suffering and their right hand (wo)men. I pray this episode encourages my friends who have just received the worst news of their lives or are walking hand in hand with someone who has. The sole purpose of this episode is to offer hope, something my heart desperately needed when I was walking through the darkest season of my life.

I'm sharing stories, encouragement and excerpts straight from the journal I kept during my two year battle with cancer. At the end there is specific prayer for anyone who is deeply suffering right now. If you are terrified about how this battle you're fighting is going to end and your soul needs a healing balm, come join us for this conversation.

Show notes:

To get a victory tee: https://www.bonfire.com/the-victory-is-already-won-tee/

What is The Whether Channel about? What's with the name? Who is this podcast for? Find out the answers to all of those questions in this trailer (and in less than a minute)!