Are you struggling to feel hopeful? Does it seem like every time you get ready to trust God, you suffer another loss? After experiencing so much disappointment, it can become all to easy to reject hope and settle for less.

YET, even in the middle of all of that hopelessness, somehow you still managed to click on this podcast. The truth is that you are actually more hopeful than you think, but you're hiding it. You've chosen to numb yourself to possibility and, I get it, that's a safe choice.

But "the God of hope" is calling you out of that safe place, out onto the waters again. Without hope, we can't have faith! (Hebrews 11:1) And I will not sit quietly and watch you throw that hope away for fear of failing again.

It's time to reignite the fire, shake off the past (and the present), and lean into your hope again. I invite you to cast whatever you have left on Jesus, and watch Him do wonders!

Let's dive in.

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Have you ever skipped a meal because you were afraid it would make you sick? Have you ever cooked a meal and didn't eat it because you feared it was unsafe to eat? It's a crazy concept, but anxious food aversion can make us feel this way! I personally have eaten the same things over and over because anything new or different made me afraid. But that is no way to live! Throughout the Bible, God used food as a means of celebration. He even established communion to remember Him by! Yet, anxiety can cause us to forfeit the benefits of a good meal, all for unnecessary fears. Today, I share with you my story of how God healed me, and slowly walked me through renewing my mind around eating. I went from eating the same things over and over again, to exploring new foods, and now I purposefully choose new restaurants and recipes just to expand my tastebuds! My prayer is that you hear something that will ignite your faith, give you hope, and a reason to leave that silly fear of food behind. Let's dive in!

Today's scripture references are James 5:14 and Luke 17:14. I am not a doctor and do not offer medical advice. If you struggle with eating disorders, please seek your medical physician. I'll be praying for you! _________________________________________________________________________

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If you are struggling to believe God, to know what to believe, or even how to maintain your faith through these hard times, this episode is for you.

Here's the thing - this is not a magic potion. I don't have a magic wand to wave over you to make your faith come alive. What I do have are 3 simple steps to help YOU revive your faith, and believe God again.

1. Commit to believing God and doing what it takes.
2. Get into a good church where you can hear the word of God - in truth!
3. 10-minute Reading and Reflection
4. Bonus tip: Maintain consistency. (Don't hit it and quit it!)

If you've been battling with the enemy over truth, doubt, and fear, I want you to begin these steps today. And watch God work!

Reading and reflection suggestions:

1. Psalms - Encouragement, reminders of God's faithfulness, worship as a weapon
2. John - the story of Jesus told from a perspective of love
3. Proverbs - wisdom, instruction, truth, principle, and morals
4. Philippians - how to beat anxiety, stress, worry, and overthinking

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