https://www.beyondthewallspodcast.com
In this conversation, Lena Cebula shares her personal story of overcoming pain, abuse, and her own human trafficking experience. She emphasizes the importance of not comparing our own experiences to others and recognizing that pain is pain, regardless of the magnitude. Lena also highlights the power of forgiveness and finding healing through faith in God. She encourages listeners to get involved in the fight against human trafficking by partnering with existing organizations and using their unique gifts and talents to make a difference.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:42 Growing Up in Poverty and Abuse
03:12 Becoming a Victim of Human Trafficking
07:09 Finding Faith and Hope in the Midst of Darkness
09:31 Overcoming Addiction and Rebuilding Life
15:00 Achieving Success but Still Feeling Empty
25:27 Recognizing God's Presence and Faithfulness
28:08 Having Grace and Compassion for Others
29:59 Grief and Loss
31:14 The Importance of Going Through Grief
33:09 Seeking God in Times of Uncertainty
34:08 Compassion and Understanding Through Grief
35:46 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
36:38 Renewing the Mind and Identity in Christ
38:06 The Journey to Healing and Wholeness
39:02 Overcoming Mental Health Struggles
40:04 Surrendering Control to God
41:30 Trusting God with Our Children's Lives
42:26 Finding Peace and Trust in God
43:19 Replacing Fear with Faith
44:12 Praying for Protection and Taking Action
45:09 Anchoring Our Faith in God
46:34 Taking Care of Ourselves and Seeking God
51:22 Believing the Truth and Overcoming Lies
51:52 The Freedom of Accepting God's Love
53:21 The Danger of Comparison and the Power of Acceptance
55:14 Validating Our Pain and Experiences
56:36 Embracing Our Unique Journeys
58:21 The Power of Forgiveness and Letting Go
59:37 Accepting God's Free Gift of Salvation
01:00:58 Surrendering Our Past to God
01:02:01 Technical Difficulties
01:04:15 Feeling Overwhelmed
01:05:38 Taking Action Against Human Trafficking
01:08:28 Finding Your Role in the Fight
01:11:52 Partnering with Organizations
01:15:08 Hope and Healing
01:17:48 Lessons from Lena's Marriage
01:18:20 Final Thoughts
