Ever feel like life is spinning out of control?
Between work, marriage, parenting, and all the unknowns—you’re not alone. In this vulnerable solo episode, Nathan Cook shares what’s really been going on behind the scenes and the biblical insight that’s been grounding him through it all.
Drawing from Proverbs 14:4 —
“Where there are no oxen, the manger is clean, but abundant crops come by the strength of the ox.” (NIV)
— Nathan reminds us that mess doesn’t mean failure.
In fact, the mess may be proof that something meaningful is being produced in your life.
You’ll hear:
A raw look into real-life overwhelm
Why the “mess” may actually be a sign of progress
How God uses frustration to build strength and perseverance
A simple but powerful way to hear His voice again
If you're in a season of chaos, pressure, or parenting fatigue—this message is your permission to breathe, refocus, and keep moving forward.
00:00 – Intro: Coming in hot
01:17 – Overwhelmed by real life
02:16 – The oxen and the mess: Proverbs 14:4
03:13 – What life’s chaos might be producing
03:54 – The “patience prayer” backfire
04:36 – Embracing the mess as evidence of growth
05:31 – Hearing God again—start here
05:52 – Final encouragement & challenge
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