What do you do when you trust God, but your circumstances don’t make sense?

In this episode of The Wisdom Workshop, Dr. Stephanie Oliver dives into one of the most familiar and often most challenging passages of Scripture: Proverbs 3:5–6:

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your path.”

Dr. Stephanie explores what it really means to trust God when you can’t see what He is doing, when His promises seem delayed, and when life takes an unexpected turn.

Sometimes faith is easy when everything is going according to plan. But what happens when what you believed God said doesn't seem to match what you see happening? Dr. Stephanie shares a deeply personal story of experiencing disappointment, injured faith, and ultimately seeing God remind her that His ways are higher than ours.

In this conversation, you'll discover why knowing God's Word is essential to knowing His voice, how pride and the desire for control can interfere with trust, and what it looks like to obey God even when you don't have all the details.

Stephanie also unpacks the difference between asking God questions and questioning God's character, reminding us that we may not always understand God's methods, but we can trust His character.

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Friendship is one of God's sweetest gifts. The right friends can laugh with us, walk through the hard seasons with us, pray with us, and lovingly remind us of who God has called us to be. They can see things we may not see in ourselves and, when needed, gently point us back to truth.

In this episode of The Wisdom Workshop, Dr. Stephanie Oliver sits down with one of her dear friends, therapist Keisha Diodato, for a heartfelt conversation about godly friendship and what it really looks like to do life together.

Stephanie and Keisha share from their own friendship and talk about the things that help relationships grow deeper and stronger, accountability, honesty, prayer, humility, and simply being willing to show up for one another. They talk about the gift of having a friend who loves you enough to tell you what you need to hear, not just what you want to hear.

They also get real about the harder parts of friendship, conflict, disappointment, offense, forgiveness, and boundaries. What do we do when a friendship becomes difficult? When do we keep working through it, and when might God be leading us into a different season? Through Scripture, personal stories, and wisdom from their own friendship, Stephanie and Keisha encourage us to seek God in every relationship and trust Him with the friendships He has placed in our lives.

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In this episode of The Wisdom Workshop, Dr. Stephanie Oliver invites you into a heartfelt conversation from Isaiah 43 about the beauty, and sometimes the challenge, of stepping into a new season with God. Whether you're beginning a new job, ministry, relationship, business, or simply sensing that God is leading you somewhere unfamiliar, this episode will encourage your heart and remind you that you never walk through change alone.

Through personal stories and the unchanging truth of God's Word, Dr. Stephanie shares how to release what God has asked you to leave behind, trust His direction, and find peace even when the path ahead feels uncertain. While transitions can bring discomfort, they also create space for God to grow our faith and reveal the new things He has prepared for us.

If you've been finding it difficult to let go of the past, wondering what God is doing, or feeling anxious about what's ahead, this conversation is a gentle reminder that the Lord is already at work. He goes before you, walks beside you, and will faithfully provide everything you need for the journey and remember, wisdom wins every time!

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Fear has a way of making the worst-case scenario feel inevitable. It magnifies our problems, causes us to question God's promises, and keeps us from stepping into everything He has prepared for us.

In this episode of The Wisdom Workshop Podcast, Dr. Stephanie Oliver shares what Scripture says about fear and anxiety, why the enemy uses fear so effectively, and how we can replace fearful thoughts with the truth of God's Word.

You'll walk away with practical, biblical encouragement to recognize fear, identify the lies behind it, and build a faith that stands firm, even when life feels uncertain.

If you've been struggling with worry, overthinking, anxiety, or fear, this episode is for you. We pray it encourages you to shift your focus from your circumstances to God's faithfulness.

If this conversation encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could use a little hope today.

And stay tuned! Wisdom Workshop's upcoming 365-Day Devotional is coming soon and will help you silence fear and anxiety by teaching you to replace fear with faith, one day at a time.

Remember, wisdom wins every time!

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Relationships can be complicated. Sometimes what looks like a red flag is actually an unmet expectation, a misunderstanding, or simply someone who was never meant to fill the role we've assigned them.

In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Stephanie Oliver welcomes licensed professional counselor Nicole Turner back to continue exploring what it means to navigate relationships with wisdom. Together, they discuss how to recognize genuine red flags, establish healthy biblical boundaries, and discern the difference between a relationship that needs healing and one that's simply reached the end of its season.

Whether you're navigating challenges with family, friendships, marriage, or coworkers, this conversation offers practical, Scripture-based encouragement to help you respond with grace, wisdom, and discernment.

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Red flags seem to be everywhere these days, but are they always a reason to walk away?

In this thought-provoking episode of, Dr. Stephanie Oliver is joined by licensed professional counselor Nicole Turner for an honest conversation about what red flags really are and how believers can respond to them with wisdom, discernment, and grace.

Together, they unpack the cultural obsession with labeling people as "toxic," discuss the difference between flaws, unhealthy behaviors, and true abuse, and explore how the Holy Spirit can help us navigate difficult relationships. You'll learn why not every red flag is an exit sign, how healthy boundaries protect us without isolating us, and why understanding context matters when evaluating the behavior of others.

Whether you're struggling with friendships, family relationships, marriage, or workplace dynamics, this episode will challenge you to move beyond fear and self-preservation toward a more biblical approach to relationships.

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In this episode, Dr. Stephanie gets real about what it actually looks like to trust God, not just say we trust Him, but really live like we do. Because if we’re honest, it’s easy to believe in God and still hold onto control in certain areas of our lives.

She walks through scripture and talks about how trust is more than just knowing the right thing, it’s choosing to rely on God’s direction over our own, even when it doesn’t make sense. It’s going to Him first instead of running to everyone else or trying to figure it all out on our own.

Dr. Stephanie also opens up about some of the things that can get in the way, like trying to do things our own way, holding parts of our life back from God. And the truth is, those things usually leave us feeling stressed, stuck, or unsure.

This episode is just an honest invitation to take a look at your own life and ask—where am I still holding on? And what would it look like to actually trust God with that?

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Do you ever feel like you’re just not enough?

In this honest conversation, Dr. Stephanie Oliver sits down with special guest Jordan Arnold to confront one of the most common struggles women face, the feeling of unworthiness and never measuring up.

Whether it shows up in your faith, your motherhood, your career, or your relationships, the “not enough” narrative can quietly steal your peace, joy, and confidence. But this episode brings truth, freedom, and a much-needed perspective shift rooted in God’s Word.

Together, Dr. Stephanie and Jordan unpack how comparison, insecurity, and performance-based thinking keep us stuck, and how to break free by anchoring our identity in Christ.

If you’ve been feeling behind, discouraged, or like you’ll never quite get it right, this conversation will remind you of what’s actually true.

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In this episode of Wisdom Workshop, Dr. Stephanie Oliver sits down with licensed professional counselor Nicole Turner, to discuss the real-life intersection of faith, mental health, anxiety, and depression. Together they unpack common struggles people face today. From unexplained anxiety to the difference between sadness and real depression and offer both biblical wisdom and practical mental health insights.

If you've ever wondered why anxiety shows up even when life seems fine, or how faith and counseling can work together for healing, this conversation will help bring clarity and encouragement to you!

In this episode of Wisdom Workshop, Stephanie Oliver chats about the beauty and power of mercy in our relationships. She shares heartfelt reflections on forgiveness, compassion, and grace, showing how choosing mercy can bring healing, personal growth, and a deeper connection with God.

Mercy isn’t just about being “nice”, instead it’s a loving, transformative way to show care that can touch both your heart and the hearts of others. Through stories, examples, and thoughtful insights, Stephanie encourages us to embrace mercy as a natural part of our faith journey.

Whether you’re facing challenges in relationships or just want to grow in your faith, this episode is full of gentle wisdom and encouragement to help you live a life marked by love and compassion.

As Proverbs 24 reminds us, “The wise are mightier than the strong, and those with knowledge grow stronger and stronger. Wisdom is sweet to your soul.”

Take a few minutes to listen, relax, and let these timeless truths inspire your day.

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