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As you may have caught on, sometimes the past finds its way back into our present to reveal how far we’ve come.

In this episode, I continue to reflect on a chapter that once defined me and the transformation that followed. If you've ever looked back at your younger self with compassion or wondered if healing is truly possible, this one’s for you.

Whether you’re new to faith or finding your way back, here are a couple of prayer guides for you to make your own:

Prayer for someone who is new in Christ:
"Jesus, I believe You are the Son of God. I believe You died on the cross for my sins and rose again. I confess that I need You, and I ask You to come into my life. Forgive me, heal me, and make me new. I turn to you now and turn away from the direction I have been going. I agree with You, that sin has separated us from one another. I give you my life today. Thank You for saving me. In Jesus' name, amen."

Prayer for someone returning to Christ:
"Father, I’ve gone my own way and I’ve strayed far from You. But today, I want to come home. Please forgive me for walking away. I repent of my sins, and I receive Your grace and mercy. Restore my heart and renew a right spirit within me. Thank You that it's not too late. I surrender again to You, Lord. In Jesus' name, amen."

I would love to hear from you if you prayed and either received Jesus or returned to Him. It would be an honor to continue praying for you as you begin your new life in Christ.

Hugs,

Grace

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Hey friends, in this episode, I’m sharing the path I took from feeling totally broken to discovering a deeper purpose.

The last time I shared the story of my “come to Jesus” moment, which changed everything, and how God began rebuilding my life from the inside out.

Now I’ll take you through a season where I grew in my faith, learned to be okay with being single, and started serving in ways I never expected. There’s a mission trip, a big move, and a whole lot of God’s faithfulness in between.

If you’re feeling stuck or unsure about what’s next, I hope this encourages you—you’re not alone, and God’s got a plan.

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In this episode, I continue to share my story of how God pursued me, even when I was running in the opposite direction.

With an unstable family life in my teenage years due to my dad's addiction, I learned to desperately seek security in relationships, making them my idol even after receiving Christ. When that foundation crumbled in college, I was left totally broken and ran even further away.

But God's pursuit never stopped. I share about my pivotal "come to Jesus" moment and how He showed Himself so strongly as the One who has never left me nor forsaken me.

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This episode digs into the intersection of young love and spiritual awakening through my candid reflections on my first serious relationship. I know this now, but I thrust my immature self (in many ways) into grown-up situations and the results were often unfortunate.

3 key takeaways from this episode:

• The unexpected ways God plants seeds of faith during emotional turmoil
• The subtle danger of finding our identity in relationships rather than Christ
• The transformative power of authentic friendship during life's difficult seasons

Join me for another vulnerable conversation about how even our most painful experiences can lead us toward deeper spiritual truth.

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Drawing inspiration from Adam Young's work on compassionately engaging with our past, I discuss my journey of processing complex emotions through journaling, prayer, and conversation. As Adam has done in his book, let's give ourselves permission to approach our history with "curiosity and kindness" rather than judgment.

This episode referenced Adam Young's new book, "Make Sense of Your Story: Why Engaging Your Past with Kindness Changes Everything. " You can purchase it wherever books are sold.

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Join me as we continue our chat about nostalgia on this episode of New Creation Stories. I explore why we tend to remember the good times and forget the painful ones - a phenomenon psychologists call "rosy retrospection."

After receiving an Instagram message, I share my personal experience with nostalgic feelings and discuss the spiritual challenges and valuable lessons I learned. Discover how God uses our past experiences for healing and growth and learn practical faith-based approaches to processing nostalgic emotions.

This episode examines how every part of our life story, including the difficult chapters, has significance in God's plan.

00:00 Introduction to New Creation Stories

02:00 The Power of Nostalgia

03:39 Selective Memory and Its Implications

04:37 Spiritual Dangers of Nostalgia

05:16 Personal Story and Lessons Learned

07:30 Processing Nostalgic Feelings

09:15 Reflecting on God's Faithfulness

12:50 Conclusion and Invitation to Reflect

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A single Instagram message catapulted me back to 1992 – complete with Aladdin soundtrack memories and the sweet scent of Cinnabon.

Why do these moments from our past hit us with such emotional force?

In this episode, I talk about the surprising science behind nostalgia's powerful grip, examine why our brains "light up like Christmas trees" when triggered by our first loves, and explore God's perspective on looking back.

Is your nostalgic yearning a trap or an opportunity for spiritual growth?

Explore the biblical distinction between unhealthy yearning for our "Egypt" and Holy Remembrance that transforms our future.

This is just the beginning of a journey that will change how you view those chapters you thought were closed forever.

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Welcome to New Creation Stories! I’m Grace, and I’m so glad you’re here.

This podcast is all about real stories of transformation, healing, and God’s incredible faithfulness.

We’re just getting started — and trust me, you don’t want to miss what’s coming. Let’s dive into this journey together!