Eps. 143: October 2, 2023
God’s Faithfulness in the Midst of Daily Suffering
Summary: In this episode, Amy explores the complexities of faithfulness in the midst of suffering as a special needs parent. She shares her own experiences of feeling betrayed and angry at God as she faced challenging behaviors daily from several of her children. Amy discusses the disconnect between her expectations of what it means to be faithful and the reality of her lived experiences. Offering a shift in perspective, she reflects on a silent retreat and the importance of remembering ourselves as beloved by God, held in his hand. Amy encourages listeners to embrace the messiness and doubts of faithfulness and find solace in being God's beloved.
Key Moments:
[1:02] Is it possible to just trust and obey God? It’s not that simple
[3:17] Feeling mad, betrayed, low—God can handle it
[9:10] Deep life security and not task management
[11:09] Not servants but beloved family
Resources:
What it feels like to be the Nurturing Enemy
The Unhiding of Elijah Campbell: Kelly Flanagan
Mission Shaped Spirituality: Susan Hope
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