In this episode, Cece shares personal reflections from a recent trip to Chicago—originally intended as a work trip to deliver a training—but one that became an unexpected invitation from God to pause, breathe, and be refreshed.

Through the noise of the city, Cece discovered the quiet power of pausing—right in the middle of purpose and responsibility. Listen in as she explores what it means to slow down, listen for God’s voice, and create room for renewal, even when life doesn’t stop.

🗝️ What You’ll Take Away:

• The importance of creating margin even during busy seasons
• How God meets us in unexpected places with unexpected peace
• Simple ways to pause in your everyday life
• An invitation to step into your own Selah moment

📖 Scripture Highlight:

“Be still and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10
“Come away by yourselves to a secluded place and rest a while.” — Mark 6:31

🔔 Mentioned in This Episode:

• The Selah Workshop — a half-day guided experience to help you reset, release, and reconnect with God.
• 👉 Feeling weary? Longing to breathe again?
• Join Cece for a powerful pause that leads to deep restoration.
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What do you do when the path ahead is unclear, your strength feels shaky, and your resources feel like they’re running out? You’ve said “no” to going back—but now what? In this episode, Cece invites you into the story of manna in the wilderness as a picture of how God provides what we need, one day at a time. If you're in a season where the big picture feels blurry, but you're doing your best to trust God for just today, this conversation is for you.

In This Episode, You’ll Discover:

• What the biblical story of manna teaches us about trust and surrender
• How “just enough” is sometimes exactly what God intends
• What modern-day manna might look like in your spiritual journey
• How fear of lack can lead us to strive instead of trust
• Simple rhythms to help you rest in God's daily provision

Key Scriptures:

• Exodus 16:4–5 – “Each day the people are to go out and gather enough for that day...”
• Matthew 6:11 – “Give us this day our daily bread.”
• Lamentations 3:22–23 – “His mercies are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”

Reflection Prompt:

Where do I feel like I don’t have enough—and how is God inviting me to trust Him for today?

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In this episode, Cece dives deep into a common but often unspoken struggle in the faith journey—those moments when the old life starts to look more appealing than the unknown future. Drawing from the story of the Israelites in the wilderness, we explore what “Egypt” represents in our lives and how to resist the pull of familiar bondage when God is calling us forward. If you’ve ever been tempted to go back to what God freed you from, this one’s for you.

What You'll Hear in This Episode:

• The meaning of “Egypt” as a metaphor for bondage and false comfort
• Why the wilderness can distort your memory of the past
• Signs you might be tempted to go back
• How to recognize the voice of fear vs. the call of faith
• Encouragement to keep moving toward your promised land

Key Scriptures:

• Numbers 11:4–6
• Exodus 16:3
• Isaiah 43:18–19

Reflection Prompt:

“What does Egypt represent in my life right now—and what would it look like to trust God for the Promised Land instead?”

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Despondency in the Wilderness isn’t just about naming a hard season—it’s about discovering how God meets us in the depths with gentleness, truth, and rest. In this episode, Cece shares what despondency really is, unpacks the story of Elijah, and offers a grace-filled path forward when your soul feels weary and disconnected. If you’ve been smiling on the outside while silently drowning inside, this one’s for you. There is hope. There is healing. And you are not alone.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• A gentle definition of despondency and how it differs from depression
• Biblical stories that reveal God’s compassion in our lowest moments
• Practical and spiritual steps for navigating emotional numbness or spiritual dryness
• Encouragement for weary hearts who feel like giving up

Scripture Referenced:

• 1 Kings 19:1–18 (Elijah under the broom tree)
• Psalm 42 (“Why are you downcast, O my soul?”)
• Matthew 11:28–30 (Jesus’ invitation to the weary)

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In this heartfelt episode of The Wilderness and The Well, Cece invites you into a quiet, honest conversation about identity. What if spiritual growth isn’t about reinventing yourself—but remembering who you’ve always been in God’s eyes?

Through personal reflection, scripture, and a simple spiritual practice, Cece explores the false identities we carry and the healing that comes when we return to the truth of who we are in Christ.

If you’ve been feeling lost, tired of striving, or unsure of your purpose—this episode will gently lead you back home to yourself.

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What does it mean to step into the wilderness on purpose? To leave behind the familiar, embrace uncertainty, and follow God’s call into uncharted territory?

In this powerful episode of The Wilderness and The Well, I sit down with Konje Bryon, a true pioneer who has walked boldly into the unknown, trusting God to lead the way. Together, we unpack the unique journey of those who intentionally step into wilderness seasons—not out of hardship, but out of obedience.

🔹 What You'll Hear in This Episode:
✅ What it means to be in a pioneer wilderness and how to recognize when God is calling you into new territory
✅ The fears, challenges, and faith it takes to walk in radical obedience
✅ How to cultivate endurance, resilience, and trust in God when you’re forging a new path

If you’ve ever felt called to something bigger but struggled with fear or uncertainty, this episode will encourage you to trust God in the unknown.

🎧 Tune in now and be inspired to step boldly into your own pioneer wilderness!

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After the wilderness comes renewal. In this episode of The Wilderness and The Well, host Cece Henderson shares how she stepped into a new season of clarity, healing, and purpose after burnout. She opens up about the mindset shifts that changed everything, the lessons she learned about sustainable rest, and the bold decision to move to a new country as part of her fresh start.

If you’ve ever wondered what comes after burnout—how to step into purpose without falling back into exhaustion—this episode is for you.

Listen to Learn:

• How to work from rest, not for rest.
• The role of stillness in hearing God’s direction.
• Three essential lessons for moving forward without burnout.
• The “wells” that sustained Cece in her journey of renewal.

Has this series encouraged you? Share your thoughts with Cece by sending a message, leaving a review, or connecting on social media!

🎧 Listen now and step into your own season of renewal.

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Episode 2: The Healing Process – Learning to Rest in God’s Grace

Burnout doesn’t just disappear overnight—it takes intentional healing, unlearning old patterns, and learning to truly rest in God’s grace. In this episode of The Wilderness and The Well, Cece Henderson shares what happened after she hit rock bottom and how she slowly began to heal—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

If you’ve ever struggled to slow down without feeling guilty, this episode is for you. Cece unpacks how God met her in the wilderness, the unexpected “wells” of refreshment He provided, and the mindset shifts that helped her break free from the cycle of overworking and striving.

Listen in to learn:
✅ Why rest is a spiritual discipline, not a weakness
✅ How to break free from the guilt of “not doing enough”
✅ The unexpected ways God provides for us in hard seasons
✅ Practical steps to start embracing rest in your own life

If you’re ready to step into a season of renewal, this episode will encourage you to stop striving and start trusting. God’s grace is enough—let’s rest in it together. 💙✨

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Episode 1: When Burnout Breaks You – My Story of Hitting Rock Bottom

Have you ever felt so drained that even praying felt like too much? In this first episode of The Wilderness and The Well, host Cece Henderson shares her raw and personal story of burnout—how years of striving, serving, and pushing through exhaustion finally caught up with her.

Cece opens up about the moment she knew something had to change, the emotional and spiritual toll of burnout, and the first steps she took toward healing. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from God, or just plain exhausted, this episode is for you.

Tune in to hear:
✅ The warning signs of burnout you shouldn’t ignore
✅ How burnout affects your faith and relationship with God
✅ The moment Cece realized she couldn’t keep going like this
✅ A powerful truth about God’s grace when you feel empty

If you're in a wilderness season, know this: God sees you, and there’s a well waiting for you. Let’s start this journey together.

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Are you a woman navigating a season of uncertainty, burnout, or spiritual doubt? The Wilderness and The Well is your place of encouragement, renewal, and faith-filled guidance. Hosted by Cece Henderson, founder of The Sanctuary International, this podcast helps women reconnect with God, heal from past wounds, and step into their true purpose.

Each episode explores real-life struggles—whether it’s recovering from burnout, healing from church hurt, or rediscovering how to pray after a hard season—while offering biblical wisdom, practical coaching tools, and personal stories to uplift and empower you.

No matter where you are in your journey, know this: even in the wilderness, God provides wells of refreshing. Let’s find them together. Subscribe now and take your next step toward healing, clarity, and hope.

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