In this heartfelt episode of Spirit Filled Girl Talk, we dive into the question, 'Why does God allow suffering?' amidst the brokenness of the world. Through real conversations and biblical truths, we explore how to navigate trials with purpose and joy, reminding ourselves that true joy in suffering is not found in our circumstances but rooted in Christ.

As Christian women wrestling with grief or disappointment, we address how to suffer well through Jesus's model of faithful suffering. This episode shares encouragement for those facing chronic illness, loss, betrayal, or spiritual wilderness, helping anchor our hearts in the unshakable truth of God's love and goodness.

Join us as we uncover key insights on understanding suffering in a fallen world, why God allows pain, and how it refines us. We reflect on how our current suffering may reveal deeper spiritual truths and discover the hope woven through our hardships. Whether you're looking for spiritual encouragement or a deeper connection in this journey of faith, this episode is for you.

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In this deeply personal and Spirit-led episode, Sarah shares her powerful testimony of how God pursued her with relentless, undeserved, reckless love. This episode explores themes of faith and spiritual growth as Sarah recounts her journey through religious performance and infertility struggles towards a transformative moment of surrender and deep healing. It reveals what it truly means when Jesus leaves the 99 to go after the one.

Whether you're walking through grief, shame, unanswered prayers, or spiritual disconnection, this story is a tender reminder: you are seen, pursued, and deeply loved by God.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

→ Religion Without Relationship: Understanding how growing up in church without knowing God’s heart can lead to spiritual dryness and hidden shame.

→ The Pain of Infertility & the Idol of Motherhood: Discovering the emotional, spiritual, and physical toll of desiring a child, and how God gently reveals areas of misplaced hope.

→ When Hope Feels Dangerous: Wrestling with unanswered prayers and learning to trust God’s goodness during long seasons of waiting.

→ The Turning Point: A Spirit-filled moment with her best friend becomes the catalyst for surrender, peace, and supernatural breakthrough.

→ Reckless Love of Jesus: Reflections on Luke 15, the parable of the lost sheep, and the Cory Asbury song that inspired this episode’s title.

→ Breaking Lies & Receiving Truth: Daily time in Scripture helps replace shame with daughterhood, fear with freedom, and striving with peace.

→ Re-Parenting & the Father’s Heart: Viewing God not as a distant judge, but a tender Father who heals our view of love and identity.

→ Freedom from Shame: Understanding that peace in the waiting is possible through surrender, leading to stillness instead of striving.

→ Overcoming Distraction: A call to break free from modern noise and return to quiet intimacy with God.

→ The Invitation to Come Home: No matter how far you've run or how broken you feel, there is always a way back to the Father’s heart.

Key Themes: The overwhelming love of God, healing from infertility, shame, and striving, spiritual surrender and trust, Luke 15 and the heart of the Father, discipleship, identity, and re-parenting, breaking lies and embracing truth, intimacy with God over distraction.

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In this raw and redemptive episode on infertility and faith, we delve into our deeply personal journeys and the bittersweet struggle of waiting. With a focus on sisterhood and spiritual growth, we share the ache of unfulfilled longings and the heartbreak of unanswered prayers while exploring holistic health and healing. This conversation is designed to uplift anyone facing the pain of infertility, questioning their identity as a woman, and struggling with their faith amidst deep disappointments.

Join us as we uncover the beauty in surrendering our deepest desires to God while discovering true peace and purpose through the struggles. Empowering themes include:

→ Childhood Dreams & Unmet Desires: Satin recalls her longing to be a mom and its impact on her faith.

→ Sarah's Health Journey & Hormonal Breakdown: I discuss how health issues affected our fertility journey and sense of identity and marriage.

→ Hope Deferred & Lies We Believe: We confront the resentment that can emerge in our spiritual journeys and unveil falsehoods that can hold us back.

→ From Striving to Surrender: We emphasize trusting God beyond our own efforts.

→ A Prophetic Word That Changed Everything: Satin's revelation on motherhood inspires our purpose beyond biological limitations.

→ Freedom in Letting Go: Share the joy experienced in releasing our dreams to God, highlighting newfound freedom and peace.

Let’s journey together through themes of faith, identity, and healing in the face of infertility. Whether you're in a season of waiting or seeking deeper understanding, join us for heartfelt discussions that emphasize encouragement and sisterhood.

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