In this episode, Cari Jenkins teaches us about our identity in Christ. She approaches this topic in a way that is both gentle and convicting, and she reminds us that He sees us and knows what we need. You'll learn from Cari's experience that when you listen to the Spirit and trust His lead, it might result in something completely different than what you planned or hoped for. She confides in us about her recent heart-wrenching decision to have a hysterectomy (as a single woman who has never had children) and the ways the Father revealed and revised her vision for motherhood.
Through Cari’s experience we learn that sometimes our dreams die and that God has a plan for rebirth in the midst of loss. Maybe you are wrestling with letting go of something that you have zero control over. (I know the feeling; I’m in it right now too.) But Cari reminds us to open our hands and give it back to Him – our trustworthy Father who loves us unconditionally and see us in our time of need.
This message is a gift. I’m so grateful to Cari for coming back on the show (hear her in Ep. 51 here) and reminding us, again, who we are and whose we are.
A little more about Cari Jenkins:
She is the Executive director of Urban Skye, author of Listen & Live, speaker and a pastor to those who do not have one. With 20 years of local church experience, Cari now uses her gifts and experience to make the Kingdom of God tangible through relationship as a gatherer, teacher, encourager, pastor, mentor and friend. She has a deep desire to see individuals formed by Jesus for the transformation of the places they live work and play and to see others freed up to do the same. She loves to host, redecorate daily, play often and create beauty. She aims annually to host over 500 people for meals in various forms and to encourage true hospitality in others. You are always welcome at her table!
You’ll find the show notes and all the ways to connect with Cari, here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/109
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