You Are You

Church hurt is real. So is spiritual abuse. As Christians, we may have heard the terms. Even heard about it happening to others. But until we go through it ourselves, we may not want to really dig into the details. At least this was my situation. Last year, I felt God give me 'Trust' as my word for the year which honestly didn't thrill me... what would he ask me to trust him about?! (But of course may we know that we know that we know God's ways are higher! Isaiah 55:9) In this episode, I share five lessons I've learned through my six months and counting experience of recovering from church hurt and keeping my eyes on our Lord. 

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There's no doubt about it. Jesus is coming back. Hooray! How are you feeling about his return? This episode covers what Revelation scholars, pastors, and other Christian leaders are saying about it. It also (of course!) digs into what the Bible says and how Jesus says to prepare (e.g. Matthew 7:21-23) May we enjoying living for him now. Then whenever he comes, we'll be ready and excited. We’ll just have been speaking to him. We’ll know his voice, his character, his presence… we’ll run up and eagerly greet him because finally, finally we get to be together. Forever.

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A few years ago, I attended a church retreat where the guest speaker said something along the lines of “Jesus already died. We should claim everything He died for!” The boldness of his statement shocked me at first and then the power of the words sunk in. Why wasn't I living with more faith and confidence? This episode shares five promises to claim when you're hurt and five promises to claim when you're happy  — promises that have helped me draw near and stay reliant on God. What's your favourite promise to claim from God? Please feel free to email me! I'd love to continue the conversation.

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Do you ever fear that surrendering to God means he'll ask you to do things you don't want to do? That you'll never reach your full potential if you do? Let's remember who we're talking about! The God of all creation isn’t petty. He doesn’t want you to live a small life. Rather he has the absolute best, most fulfilling plan for your life. Because he loves you and knows how to make a plan that allows you to love him, fulfil your desires (the ones he's placed on your heart in the first place!) and contribute to his grand master plan all at the same time. Tune in for reminders of what God says about selfish ambition, our identity as servants (as well as children and friends), and how we can glow as we grow.

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Think of those you love with your whole heart. You'd get up early for them, dress up for them, sacrifice for them — ensure they get the best of you. Is this how you feel about God? Join in as we review what God says about love, tips for loving God when we don't feel loved, and testimonies about how God's expressions of love may be unexpected but they're always perfect. No one loves better than God and he loves us 100%. Let’s love him 100% right back.

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Are we bringing all areas of our health to God and seeking him for healing and wholeness? Humans are triune beings, having a spirit, soul and body. Let’s take a look at God’s will for health in all of these areas! This episode also covers my personal experiences with inner healing and tips and resources on praying over whether it might be right for you this season.

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Ever experienced Friday night... loneliness? Maybe you wanted to go out, maybe you wanted to stay in, but either way being alone on the first night of the weekend just doesn’t feel great? If yes, you’re not alone! In this episode, I share some of my raw experiences (as a teen, in my early twenties, this season), relatable scriptures, and reminders of God’s will for healthy community and hope. May we keep our eyes on God, always.

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Have you ever taken a mental health day — or felt like you needed one? Ever had things feel so overwhelming that it's hard to bring it to God... because it's hard to even face it yourself? In this episode, I share about my history with them and the practical tips God has taught me (even recently!) about how to deal when things feel like overwhelming. May we remember that our God is gentle and soft and powerful and mighty — all things are in his hands and we belong to him. Praying we can encourage each other as God teaches us to endure through afflictions (Romans 5:1-5).

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Do you feel the pressure to achieve worldly markers of success but sense God is calling you to a different lifestyle? Have you ever thought that fasting and praying and worshipping God full time would be the best thing ever? In this episode, I share about how I learned about intercessory missionaries — sometimes called people with the 'Anna' calling — and my thoughts, desires, obedience this season. Have a listen and see if this might be something God is calling you to do! We're in a special season and there's no time to waste. Not that there's ever any time to waste. But I pray we are seeking God and walking in faith and willing to do whatever he says whenever he says. I'm definitely still learning too (see the last episode) but know 100% that the quicker we obey God, the better off we are. Let's go all in with our King.

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Confession time! A ‘real talk’ episode on why there hasn’t been a new podcast episode in two months, as well as a recap of why this podcast started, how it’s going, and what the plans are moving forward. Have you ever delayed in obeying God because you were enjoying your last season… and didn’t want to pivot when God said pivot? If so, this episode is for you! May we continue to share the lessons God is teaching us, pointing each other back to Christ, always. A blessing to be walking together, thank you for being here!

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