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Have you ever felt that your life was filled with curveballs? What if those challenges are preparing you for greatness? Through science-backed insights and scriptural lessons, learn how the messiest challenges on our journey are not setbacks but setups for our elevation. If you ever wondered why this trouble, this episode is for you.

Nuggets of wisdom in this episode

Every experience, whether good or bad, is part of a greater plan—not just for you, but for you to inspire and encourage others.

The brain's ability to rewire itself during tough times strengthens our ability to adapt, solve problems, and navigate similar situations in the future.

Suffering and tribulations produce perseverance, character, and hope, working together for our good and preparing us for greater purposes.

Embrace challenges as opportunities to grow; Instead of asking, “Why me?” shift to asking, “What am I learning?”

The messiest parts of your life often hold the most powerful lessons.

Key Scriptures: Romans 5:3-4, Romans 8:28, Joshua 2, Hebrews 11

References in this episode

Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess with Dr. Caroline Leaf

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Do you often find yourself asking, “What will people think?” when facing challenges or making decisions? From social science and scripture, we explore how this fear of judgment and need for approval can limit our ambitions, silence our authenticity, and create unnecessary stress in our lives. Learn how to break free from people-pleasing and live fulfilled even in the trenches of life. If you often hesitate, restricted and held back by the fear of other people’s opinions, this episode is for you.

Nuggets of wisdom in this episode

The prison of other people’s opinions can sentence us to self-silence, compromised decisions, and restricted growth

The mental and emotional toll of worrying about others’ opinions can make us physically and psychologically sick

People are usually more focused on their own struggles than on our lives; we all have our own individual messes

Grounding our worth in God’s purpose not on human approval, will give us peace, confidence and fulfillment

Key Scriptures: Proverbs 29:25, Galatians 1:10 and Romans 8:1

References in this episode

Charles Cooley- Looking glass self

Self-Determination Theory in Psychology

2 Corinthians 3:18

Who You Are When No One's Looking: Choosing Consistency, Resisting Compromise

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Are you overwhelmed by loss, failures, disappointments or setbacks? Discover how small steps can lead to unexpected victories in the game of life. Learn how the divine game master turns seemingly insignificant moves into breakthrough moments. If you are feeling stuck in one of life’s toughest levels, this episode is for you.

Nuggets of wisdom in this episode

Life, like a cellphone game, can feel overwhelming and unwinnable at times

Seemingly insignificant or hopeless moves can set off a chain reaction that leads to unexpected victories

God is the ultimate Game Master, guiding our steps and orchestrating our lives

Despite the challenges, continue to move forward, push through uncertainty and persevere even when you feel like giving up

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Do you know that you can offer the pain of your struggles, disappointments, sacrifices and challenges to God as an offering? On this episode, faith and science align to show us that our pain is never wasted when we offer it to God. With scripture backed by research, we learn how that the offering of our pain can lead to profound healing and spiritual growth. If you have ever had to experience a heartache or disappointment, or sacrifice in pain, this episode is for you!

Key scriptures: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Romans 8:28 and Romans 5:3-4

Nuggets of wisdom in this episode

Surrendering pain to God deepens spiritual growth and leads to comfort and healing

Insights from neuroscience and psychology on the power of prayer to change brain function and promote growth after adversity (post-traumatic growth)

A guided prayer to help you give the pain of your struggles to God as an offering

References in this episode

Prayers for courage to avoid failures of kindness

Hematohidrosis – A Rare Clinical Phenomenon

Luke 22:42

The Mental Health Benefits of Religion & Spirituality

Cognitive Reframing: How It Works, What It Helps, and More

Transform Your Brain in Twelve Minutes

How Prayer and Meditation Changes Your Brain

The Role of Salah (Prayer) in Promoting Emotional Regulation

I Give You My Heart - Hillsong Worship

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Reflecting on a quote from Brene Brown’s Atlas of the Heart by George Saunders about “failures of kindness”, Judith Kambia Obatusa (JKO) highlights how fear often holds us back from being kind. She explores the courage it takes to show compassion, both to others and ourselves.

Through Scripture and prayer, JKO encourages listeners to seek boldness, trust in God’s strength, and act with kindness even in difficult situations. This episode also includes a special prayer from Psalms 118:8-9 that you can repeat by yourself to help you connect directly to God for courage and strength.

Key scriptures: 2 Corinthians 3:5, Psalm 27:1, Philippians 4:13, Psalm 118:8-9.

Nuggets of wisdom in this episode

Fear can prevent us from helping when witnessing unkindness

We need courage to overcome the struggle to show kindness, especially when it feels risky or uncomfortable

When we show kindness we become conduits of God's love

We can overcome the fear to act, by praying for courage

References in this episode

“Failures of Kindness” delivered by George Saunders, a transcript by James Clear

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Rounding up our series on praying God’s Word over us Natasha Rae, a prophetess and passionate prayer warrior, offers practical advice on how prayer can heal wounds, restore relationships, and bring hope to even the darkest of times. She encourages and reminds women who are feeling distant from God that He hears every cry, and leads a powerful prayer for listeners to experience God's love healing and restoration.

If you are struggling with faith or seeking spiritual growth, this episode will reignite your connection with God and empower you to move forward.

Nuggets of wisdom in this episode

Even if you feel disconnected from God, He still hears you when you call.

No matter the situation, even when it seems your prayers are unanswered, trust in God’s plan for you.

Do not stop calling on God because He is always present and willing to help you.

You can follow Natasha on YouTube at Natasha Rae Ministries and read her books on Amazon.

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Exploring the prayers of 3 Kings of Judah - Hezekiah, Asa, and Jehoshaphat - who battled overwhelming enemies, Judith Kambia Obatusa, JKO, focuses on how to pray when faced with challenges from people, situations, or systems that are much more powerful than us.

If you’ve ever been helpless before a formidable hater, this episode will teach you how to ask God for help to overcome and emerge victorious.

Nuggets of Wisdom in this episode

Even the most righteous and faithful can face adversity.

The battles we face, whether with people or overwhelming situations, are not ours to fight alone. God is our defender.

Just as God fought for Hezekiah, Asa, and Jehoshaphat, He will fight for you if you trust in Him and pray.

Trusting in God is more powerful than any force that comes against you

Worship is a powerful weapon in times of difficulty—when we shift our focus to God, He gives us victory.

References in this episode

2 Kings 6:8-17

Outnumbered by Lakewood Music featuring Tauren Wells

Isaiah 59:19

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Continuing the series on Praying God's Word Over Us, Sherry VanDolder, a woman of faith, certified relationship expert, and author shares her journey of writing with purpose, and how aligning prayer with scripture can shift mindsets and bring healing. She speaks powerful prayers over listeners, encouraging them to trust in God's plan and the transformative power of His Word.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to win in the spiritual battle between light and darkness.

Sherry’s books, including the Lucas Warbuck fantasy-adventure series and The Shadow Light which exposes the schemes and tactics of the enemy of our soul, are available on Amazon.

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