Flourish-Meant: You Were Meant to Live Abundantly

How can we survive crises and surmount life's most difficult moments?

Today's guest, Rachel Wojo, an esteemed author, speaker, and host of the "Untangling Prayer" podcast, shares the harrowing yet inspiring story of her daughter’s 22-year battle with a rare metabolic disorder that ultimately ended her life and how this profoundly difficult experience led her to rely on the transformative power of prayer. She discusses the struggle of feeling forsaken during painful times and the crucial role of prayer in shifting her perspective in moments of extreme adversity.

Together, Tina and Rachel explore the complexities of human suffering, the often overwhelming desire for control, and the serenity that stems from surrendering to God's will. Rachel provides insightful guidance on hearing from God through scripture, other people, and the Holy Spirit, and shares how to reconcile unanswered prayers with faith.

Drawing from her personal trials, including caring for a special needs child and enduring a painful divorce, Rachel highlights the importance of personal faith resilience and navigating "church hurt." She underscores that desperation can lead to profound spiritual growth and intimacy with God.

Listen in as Rachel Wojo shares valuable resources to strengthen your prayer life, including her latest book "Desperate Prayers." This conversation is a poignant reminder of the peace and spiritual growth that can be achieved through unwavering faith and reliance on God in the face of life’s greatest challenges.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

1. Power of Simple Prayer: Rachel emphasizes that prayer doesn't need to be complex. Simply calling on Jesus' name can be powerful, as the Holy Spirit intercedes for us, especially when words fail.

2. Hearing from God: Rachel outlines three ways to hear from God:

   • Through the Bible:

     Consistent reading of scripture.

   • Through People:

     Recognizing God-sent messages aligned with His word.

   • Through the Holy Spirit:

     Engaging in a personal communication embraced by the first two methods.

3. Surrender and Trust: During times of unanswered prayers or unexpected life paths, Rachel advises surrendering our problems to God without adhering to a structured format. Trust in God's presence and His eternal goodness is key, even when His plans diverge from our own desires.

Rachel's journey of faith and reliance on God in the face of adversity serves as a testament to the transformative power of prayer.

🔹 Encouraging Resources:

• Rachel's websites, desperateprayers.com and

  rachelwojo.com offer invaluable resources.

• Access her latest book, "Desperate Prayers," multiple free resources, and guides like "When You Can't Pray: Prayer Guide" and "How to be a Prayer Warrior for Your Family in Dark Times."

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