“God Is Findable: A Real Conversation on Pain, Purpose, and Hearing His Voice”

In this episode of Greater Formation & Power, Coach Tom sits down with Sarah Shaw—a creative entrepreneur and emerging leader with a passion to help her generation encounter God in a real and personal way.

Sarah shares her journey from a questioning, multi-denominational upbringing to a deep, hard-won faith shaped through suffering, identity crisis, and honest wrestling with God. After a severe autoimmune health breakdown in her teens, she faced years of pain, isolation, and confusion—forcing her to confront deeper questions of identity, purpose, and God’s presence.

Through that season, Sarah began learning how to hear God’s voice, steward hardship, and move beyond surface-level Christianity into authentic relationship. Today, she leads creative and entrepreneurial initiatives that explore the intersection of theology, psychology, and creativity—helping others “wrestle well” and discover that God is truly accessible.

This conversation explores:

• How suffering can become a catalyst for identity and formation
• What it actually means to hear God’s voice
• The danger of shallow, cultural Christianity
• Why “wrestling with God” is essential for real faith
• The importance of being willing to step back, heal, and be “benched” in leadership
• Practical ways to encounter God personally in everyday life

If you’ve ever felt stuck, confused, or distant from God—this episode will help you re-engage with honesty, depth, and hope.

👉 God is not distant. He is findable.

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Sarah Shaw is an interdisciplinary artist, entrepreneur, and content creator based in Richmond, VA. She is energized by helping people discover that God is findable.

You can find out more about Sarah and her business at : inklivity.com

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In this episode of Greater Formation & Power, Coach Tom talks with his longtime friend, student and coaching client, André Cajeron about identity, healing, calling, and learning to live with greater authenticity before God.

André shares his journey from Brazil to the United States, the confusion of trying to find his place in ministry, and how God gradually clarified his calling as a worship pastor. He opens up about painful childhood trauma, the long road of healing, and how hidden shame can distort identity and keep people isolated. He also reflects on how music became a deep language of expression, comfort, and connection with God.

This conversation is honest, tender, and full of hope. André also shares powerful spiritual encounters, lessons about fear and authenticity in ministry, and why healing often begins when we bring what is hidden into the light.

If you have ever struggled with shame, fear, confusion about your calling, or the temptation to wear a mask instead of living as your true self, this conversation will encourage you.

In this interview, we explore:

· healing from trauma and hidden shame

· identity and authenticity in Christ

· the long process of emotional and spiritual restoration

· worship, contemplation, and intimacy with God

· overcoming fear in ministry

· holding on to God’s promises in hard seasons

· how God forms us through pain, truth, and grace

This is a conversation about becoming who God truly made you to be.

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Andre Cajeron is currently a worship pastor at Christ Community Church in Taunton, MA.

Born in Brazil, he is father to Becky, Debbie, and Izzie, and husband to Rosane for 21 years.

He has recently taken up swimming, become a proud dog owner, and is crazy about guitar pedals.

Feel free to pop André an email: andrecajeron@gmail.com

Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andre.cajeron.5

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You can connect with Coach Tom at:
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Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com


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Understanding the Stages of Life, Faith, and Calling
In this teaching, Coach Tom walks through a powerful framework for understanding the seasons of life and spiritual development.

Drawing from the work of Richard Rohr and leadership researcher Bobby Clinton, he explains how God often shapes a person’s life through several distinct phases—from building and identity formation, through seasons of transition, and eventually into wisdom and legacy.

Coach Tom explores:
• The Heroic Journey (roughly ages 20–40) — building life, identity, and direction
• The Transition Years (40–55) — where humility, surrender, and deeper formation become essential
• The Wisdom Journey (55+) — learning to live a released life that blesses others

He also introduces Bobby Clinton’s six stages of leadership and faith development, showing how God intentionally shapes our lives through:
1. Sovereign Beginnings
2. Spiritual Formation
3. Gift Discovery & Development
4. Life Maturation
5. Convergence
6. Legacy

One of the most striking insights: only about 20% of believers reach the “convergence zone.”

This is the place where a person’s gifts, calling, experiences, and spiritual maturity come together in what Coach Tom calls “Kingdom flow.”

This teaching will help you:
• Understand where you are in your life journey
• Recognize how God uses transition and hardship for growth
• Avoid becoming “bitter” or “stuck” during mid-life transitions
• Move toward a life of wisdom, humility, and greater Kingdom impact

If you are in a season of transition, searching for clarity about your calling, or wondering how God is shaping your life story—this conversation will give you perspective and hope.

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You can connect with Coach Tom at:
https://greaterformation.com/
Email: Tom@GreaterFormation.com


P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are two ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!

1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here


2. Work with me:
I can help you Clarify, Plan, and take Bold Steps into Your Future. Book a Free 30-Minute Clarity and Fruitfulness Session with me: Click Here