We often talk about God speaking in a still, small voice—but what if that isn't the whole story? Scripture gives us plenty of examples of God speaking and moving through wind, fire, thunder, earthquakes, and other unexpected ways. In this episode, we'll explore what that means for the way we listen for God today—and how we can become more attentive without putting Him in a box.

RELATED EPISODES:

· Episode 201: Ways We Ignore God's Leading

· Episode 194: When God Gives Invitations Instead of Answers

· Episode 184: Could This Be Why You're Not Hearing from God?

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>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

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What do you reach for when you're still hurting and want some gentle guidance for the journey? In this episode, I'm sharing three books I recommend for walking through suffering, healing with God, and making space to process what you've been through. Each one offers something a little different—and all three invite you to take the next step without rushing the process.

RESOURCES: (affiliate links)

· Depression and Anxiety

· Growing After Trauma

· Respite Retreat

· Gritty Faith Magazine (2026)

· Journal Gently program

RELATED EPISODES:

· Episode 100: [Book Recommendation] Sensible Shoes Series by Sharon Garlough Brown

· Episode 105: [Book Recommendation] Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine McKelvey

· Episode 114: [Book Recommendation] The Powerful Purpose of Introverts by Holley Gerth

· Episode 120: [Book Recommendation] Invitation to Retreat by Ruth Haley Barton

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>> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event:

http://karibartkus.com/speaking

>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

http://karibartkus.com/journalingworkshop

>> Imagine Devotional (Website | Amazon)

What if you're not ready to let go? Maybe you're still grieving, still angry, still hoping, or simply not sure what releasing something would mean. In this episode, we'll consider the difference between being invited to let go and being pressured to move on—and what it might look like to bring our unfinished hearts honestly to God.

RELATED EPISODES:

· Episode 210: God's Grace for the Roads You Regret

· Episode 203: How to Sit with Hard Feelings Without Letting Them Take Over

· Episode 198: How to Tell the Difference Between Healing and Avoiding

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>> Book Kari as a speaker for your next event:

http://karibartkus.com/speaking

>> Free Journaling Workshop: 3 ways to encounter God on the pages of your journal

http://karibartkus.com/journalingworkshop

>> Imagine Devotional (Website | Amazon)