https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/d4hq4tk3nyh9k35r/ANNETTE_CHESNEY_mixdown7mttd.mp3 SUMMARY: PODCAST INTRO: My guest Annette Chesney is a Christian coach, speaker, and seasoned recovery professional who equips women healing from narcissistic abuse. Narcissistic
God brings beauty out of suffering because He is the God of redemption and restoration even if that means we experience that in eternity. But we can be encouraged in the journey here, knowing that even while we grieve God gives us the beauty of His presence and we discover that joy and grief can co-exist.
Dating after 40 is different—but hopeful. Lisa Anderson urges deep community, clear non‑negotiables (genuine discipleship, readiness to marry, humility/teachability, shared direction), and avoiding “project” relationships. Seek wise counseling, transparency, and engage your church trusting God to write your story.
BLOG INTRO:Author, J Harrington didn’t come to spiritual warfare through theory—she was drafted by loss. A military spouse and young mom, Jay describes herself (when
Janelle Martin shares her journey coping with her daughter’s addiction, emphasizing the need to understand both the addict’s and parent’s perspectives, which she explores in her book “Losing Her, Finding Us.” The book provides raw, emotional stories from both sides to offer hope and support to families facing addiction.
Debra Cody is an author known for her ‘Too Blessed to Be Stressed’ series, which includes over 40 books and products that encourage and bring joy to readers. Debra started writing in her forties and was inspired by her faith and desire to encourage others, especially women going through pain and suffering. Her books apply scriptural principles to everyday life. Listen in as she discusses her most recent publication, “Bless Your Heart”, the devotional that warms the heart and feeds the soul, focusing on God’s love and care, especially for those going through hard times.
When Lori Ann Wood receives a diagnosis that is the complete opposite from anything her health stats have consistently revealed she experiences a detour that only promises a future of uncertainty. Blindsided by such uncertainty she asks God 3 questions based on the historical account of Christ’s 40 days in the wilderness and satan seeing an opportune time to challenge Him. In her book, Divine Detour she shares the three questions and the deep revelations she received from God and why Her detour of uncertainty becAme a divine detour.
In the discussion, Debra McNinch shares her deeply personal experiences and insights as a mother of a prodigal child, offering guidance and hope to other parents facing similar challenges. The dialogue centers on the often untold struggles parents endure when their children stray from the faith or the values they were raised with. Debra emphasizes the importance of maintaining faith, trusting in God’s plan, and the power of prayer and community support.
Have you experienced the love of God in the midst of your own earth-shattering circumstance?
If you are open to sharing your story with our community of women searching for hope in the midst of grief, I would be honored to have you on the show.
Therapists, grief counselors, pastors, and others with expertise about pain and suffering and who would like to share their insight with our community, are also welcome to reach out about becoming a guest.
