Have you ever felt like everyone else experiences a deeper connection with God than you do? You pray, read Scripture, and seek Him, yet struggle to sense His presence or experience His love beyond an intellectual understanding. This can leave you wondering if you're doing something wrong or if something within you is preventing you from drawing closer to Him. But what if past wounds, shame, and self-protective habits are creating barriers you don't even recognize?

In this episode of Faith Over Fear, Jennifer Slattery talks with bestselling author Stasi Eldredge about moving from knowing about God to experiencing His love in a deeply personal way. Drawing from her own journey and her book The Ladder of Love, Stasi shares how God met her in a season of shame, how emotional wounds can hinder our ability to receive His affection, and how vulnerability can open our hearts to greater intimacy with Him. They also discuss what to do when God feels absent, why spiritual intimacy develops over time, and how to continue pursuing Him even when you can't sense His presence.

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Resource referenced: The Ladder of Love: A Pathway to Emotional Healing and Spiritual Intimacy with Jesus by Stasi Eldredge

Scripture Referenced or Discussed: Song of Songs 1:15; Mark 12:29–30; James 4:8; Revelation 3:20; Mark 5:25–34; Hebrews 13:5; Philippians 2:12; 1 Peter 5:8

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What do you do when you genuinely want to follow God's will but aren't certain what He's telling you to do? Maybe you've prayed, sought wise counsel and searched Scripture, yet you're still afraid of making the wrong decision. Or perhaps you believed God was leading you in a particular direction, stepped forward in obedience and encountered unexpected obstacles that left you questioning whether you heard Him correctly.

In this episode of Faith Over Fear, Jennifer Slattery talks with author and Bible teacher Jenny Randle about overcoming the fear of getting God's will wrong and moving forward with confidence even when we lack clarity. Through personal stories and biblical encouragement, they explore how our understanding of God's character influences our decisions, why uncertainty can deepen our relationship with Him and how to recognize His guidance without becoming paralyzed by perfectionism. Jenny also shares practical questions to consider when facing important decisions and reminds us that God remains faithful, even when we don't get everything right.

Resources referenced:

• The Promised Presence: An Introduction to Holy Spirit's Power and Authority (A Journey through Luke and Acts) by Jenny Randle

• Getting to Know God's Voice: Discover the Holy Spirit in Your Everyday Life by Jenny Randle

Scriptures discussed: Genesis 18:16–33 (Abraham's conversation with God), Judges (Israel's recurring cycle of rebellion and rescue), Luke and Acts (the Holy Spirit's ministry)

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When God seems silent, especially during painful or frightening seasons, we might wonder if He's distant, disappointed in us or simply doesn't care. And when anxiety fills our minds with worst-case scenarios, sensing His presence can feel even more difficult. In this episode of Faith Over Fear, author and speaker Judy Dunagan shares how God met her during a season of intense fear and reminded her of His constant presence and care.

Judy and Jennifer also discuss practical ways to quiet anxious thoughts, recognize God's presence and continue seeking Him when He seems silent. Discover how Scripture, worship and honest prayer can help you remain confident in God's love, even when you can't see or hear Him at work.

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Scripture discussed: Mark 4:35–41, Mark 6:31, Psalm 91, Psalm 23, Psalm 13, Philippians 4:6–7, Hebrews 4:16, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 8:26–27, Romans 8:34, Hebrews 13:5

Resource referenced: The Loudest Roar: Living in the Unshakable Victory of Christ

Catch Jennifer's previous conversation with Judy in the episode titled, "Living Victoriously in Seasons of Overwhelm"

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