Take These Ashes Trailer- We all want the beauty God promises us in Isaiah 61. We forget, though, the beauty follows the ash.

This is an original spoken word piece by host Heather Lobe Johnson, introducing the podcast's themes of fire, ash, and beauty.

We all have stories of walking through fires... maybe small, maybe monumental. But materials that pass through the flame are inherently changed, including us. Whether your story includes loss, trauma, prolonged illness, or broken dreams, listen to Heather's story for encouragement that:

1. Your pain is valid. 
2. You're not alone in the fire (Isaiah 43:1-3).
3. This pain and brokenness is part of the fuller arch of the Gospel, as we wait for restoration (Romans 8:22-28). 

Connect with Heather Lobe Johnson for prayer or daily encouragement at Instagram. 

When we walk through challenging seasons, what happens to our faith? Our view of God? 

In this episode, host Heather Lobe Johnson discusses these questions with writer and philosopher, Hilary Yancey. Hilary talks about the fires in her life, and how she wrestled through questions, doubts, and quiet prayers to the faith she has today. 

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Hilary's book, Forgiving God
• Hilary's Instagram
• Hilary's Substack

Connect with Heather Lobe Johnson for prayer or more daily encouragement on Instagram.