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What if the struggle you’re facing is the very soil where your next season of growth will take root? We take a hard look at pain, delay, and unanswered questions through the promise of Romans 8:28, then get practical about reframing setbacks as invitations rather than interruptions. Along the way, we share a personal family story that moved from heartbreak to renewal and reveal the simple disciplines—praise, trust, daily prayer—that shift a soul from surviving to grounded and hopeful.

We start by naming how easy it is to believe that life should be smooth and predictable, and how quickly worry takes the wheel when it isn’t. Then we offer a three-step framework to navigate the unknown: welcome struggles like a wise friend you’re learning from, expect God to work even when the timeline is hidden, and practice trust by releasing outcomes you cannot control. That posture doesn’t minimize pain; it opens your heart to the good that often arrives quietly and later than expected. Praise becomes a practical tool here, shrinking problems from mountains to molehills by lifting our eyes from the seen to the unseen.

You’ll also hear a candid look at a family wound that, over time, sparked a deeper relationship with Jesus, a hunger for Scripture, and a life of service. It’s a reminder that spiritual growth often begins at the edge of our comfort and blooms through steady, faithful steps. If you’re wrestling with a heavy season, this conversation offers a clear path: trade anxiety for presence, complaint for gratitude, and control for trust. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs hope today, and leave a review with the mindset shift you’re choosing this week.

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We walk through the hard work of forgiveness and how it opens the door to real love, sharing scripture, a personal family story, and practical steps that move the heart from resentment to peace. We reflect on spiritual gifts, identity in Christ, and daily habits that make love possible.

• why forgiveness frees the heart and mind
• key scriptures that guide forgiveness
• a candid story of loss and betrayal
• moving from anger to prayerful release
• loving people who have hurt us
• spiritual gifts and serving others
• identity in Christ as the anchor
• practical steps for daily forgiveness

Your call to action today, I would just urge you to take a moment to pray. Ask God to show you who in your life you need to forgive, and that He would give you the strength and the courage to take action on that.

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Struggling to find genuine connection in your church community? You're not the only one feeling like a puzzle piece that doesn't quite fit. This heartfelt episode unpacks the transformative power of small groups and service opportunities that can turn Sunday strangers into spiritual family.

Debbie and Greg share candid insights about overcoming the initial awkwardness of joining a Bible study or small group. "It takes courage, faith, and trust," Debbie admits, while Greg recalls his own hesitation before discovering the authentic relationships that developed over time. They thoughtfully distinguish between Bible studies (more structured, education-focused) and small groups (conversation-driven, relationship-centered), helping you determine which might better suit your personality and spiritual needs.

From mountain biking crews to moms' tennis gatherings, couples' game nights to coffee meetups, the hosts showcase the creative ways churches are building community beyond traditional formats. Their enthusiasm is contagious as they describe how these spaces create safe environments where members can "share joys and struggles without fear of judgment."

The conversation shifts to service opportunities as another pathway to meaningful connection. Drawing from Philippians 2:3-4, they illuminate how serving others—whether directing traffic in the parking lot, welcoming newcomers, or resetting rooms between services—cultivates relationships that extend far beyond Sunday mornings. As Debbie poignantly notes, "Serving is not about completing tasks; it's about building relationships where lives are transformed and hope is restored."

Ready to find your place? Visit your church website, speak with leaders about available groups, or simply show up at a ministry that interests you. The community you've been longing for is waiting, and as Debbie and Greg remind us, "Jesus designed us to grow together, not alone."

Subscribe to You Are Not Alone and join us in exploring how faith can transform your everyday life. Your spiritual journey matters, and we're here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

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