In this vulnerable and faith-filled episode, I dive deep into what it really looks like to walk in faith and obedience when life feels anything but easy. As a mom, nurse, and colorectal cancer survivor, I know firsthand the tension between trusting God and asking, "God… are You serious right now?"

From biblical stories of radical obedience to raw moments from her own cancer journey, this episode will remind you that faith doesn’t mean having it all together—and obedience doesn’t always feel convenient. But both are powerful when life feels impossible.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ Why faith actually grows stronger in the fire

✔️ The difference between believing and obeying (and why it matters)

✔️ Real biblical examples of people who obeyed even when it didn’t make sense

✔️ What obedience looks like today when life gets messy and uncertain

✔️ Encouragement if you're wrestling with God or feel like you're falling apart

✔️ Practical ways to hold onto your faith when everything feels shaky

✔️ Powerful scripture to ground you in God’s promises

Hebrews 11:1 – "Faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see."

Hebrews 11:8 – Abraham obeyed even when he didn’t know where he was going.

Job 13:15 – "Though He slay me, yet will I trust in Him."

Romans 8:28 – "In all things God works for the good of those who love Him."

Isaiah 41:10 – "Do not fear, for I am with you..."

Biblical Stories Highlighted:

• Abraham stepping out without a roadmap
• Noah building an ark when rain had never come
• Mary saying yes to the impossible
• Jesus surrendering to the cross
• And a powerful look at Job, who lost everything but still chose to trust God

I share how obedience looked during my cancer battle—surrendering control, choosing peace over panic, and finding the courage to share her story publicly to encourage others. She reminds us: “You don’t have to feel strong to obey. You just have to be willing to trust the One who is.”

Practical Encouragement:

✔️ Stay in the Word—even if it’s just one verse a day

✔️ Pray honest prayers (even if they’re messy)

✔️ Journal or note your “God moments” to remind yourself He is near

✔️ Surround yourself with people who will speak truth when you forget it

Quotes from the Episode:

“Faith is easy when life is good—but real obedience shows up when it’s not.”

“God may not ask you to carry a cross, but He may ask you to carry this trial with Him.”

“If you’re in a Job season, know this: God sees you, and He is working behind the scenes.”

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