Have you ever felt like life isn’t falling apart… but it doesn’t feel comfortable anymore either?

In this episode of Glory & Grit, Stephanie shares what it’s like to walk through a stretching season—when you’re being asked to step into something you don’t feel ready for.

From the pressure of new responsibility to the tension of doing something unfamiliar, this episode explores how growth often feels uncomfortable in the moment.

If you’ve been questioning whether something is wrong because things feel like “too much,” this episode offers a different perspective.

Stretching doesn’t mean you’re failing.

It might mean you’re being prepared.

Takeaways

• Stretching seasons don’t feel like growth—they feel like pressure
• Feeling unready doesn’t mean you’re unqualified
• God often stretches you before He expands you
• Discomfort can be a sign of growth, not failure
• You don’t have to feel ready to keep moving forward
• You’re allowed to grow into what God is calling you to

Chapters

• 00:00 Understanding the Purpose of Stretching

There are seasons where you keep showing up… but nothing seems to be changing.

In this episode of Glory & Grit, Stephanie talks about what it looks like to stay faithful in the quiet, unseen seasons—when prayers feel repetitive, progress feels invisible, and you’re simply tired of trying.

Through a personal story and honest reflection, she shares how peace doesn’t always come when circumstances change, but when we finally release control and trust God with the outcome.

If you’re in a season where you’re wondering, “What’s the point of doing this one more time?”—this episode is for you.

Takeaways

• What quiet obedience really looks like
• How surrender can bring peace—even before anything changes
• Encouragement for when you feel tired of showing up

Chapters

• 00:00 Don't Quit, God is Working Through It

The conversation explores the nature of faith and its significance in everyday life. It emphasizes the importance of consistency, the strength found in small moments, and the revelation of real faith over time. The discussion encourages listeners to trust what they already know, move forward without constant reassurance, and find encouragement in the quiet and steady kind of faith.

Takeaways

• Faith isn't always about feeling strong
• Consistency is key to maintaining faith
• Real faith is revealed over time, not by how it feels in the moment

Chapters

• 00:00 Encouragement to Persevere

The podcast episode explores the struggle of feeling disconnected from God, the seasonal nature of faith, the role of feelings in faith, coping with emotional and spiritual exhaustion, and recognizing the impact of spiritual neglect. It emphasizes the importance of being still, leaning on what you know, seeking support and community, and feeling close to God despite emotions.

Takeaways

• Faith is not always emotional
• Consistency in faith is more powerful than fleeting emotions

Chapters

• 00:00 The Struggle of Feeling Disconnected from God
• 07:27 The Silence of God and Deepening Faith
• 12:34 Understanding the Feeling of God's Absence
• 20:07 Being Still and Leaning on What You Know
• 26:24 The Importance of Faithful Friends
• 36:24 God's Presence Despite Feelings of Distance

The episode explores the theme of waiting and the spiritual growth that occurs during periods of waiting. It discusses the emotions and challenges associated with waiting, as well as the purpose and lessons learned from waiting on God's timing.

Takeaways

• Waiting is a common experience in the spiritual journey
• God uses waiting to build trust, shift hearts, and teach dependence on Him

Chapters

• 00:00 The Challenge of Waiting
• 04:24 Understanding God's Timing
• 10:19 The Struggles of Faith During Waiting
• 15:47 Growth and Trust in the Waiting Period

In this episode of Glory and Grit, Stephanie candidly shares her personal journey of feeling unqualified when God calls. She explores how imperfect people are often the perfect vessels for divine work and offers practical insights on stepping out in faith despite fears and doubts.

Key Topics:

• The common experience of feeling unqualified when called by God
• How imposter syndrome manifests in faith and calling
• The importance of humility and maintaining an "empty cup" for God's work
• Trusting that God qualifies the called

Reflecting on 2 Corinthians 12:9 about grace being sufficient in weakness

Summary:

This episode reminds us that feeling unqualified is often part of the process of divine calling. God uses our weaknesses, our imperfections, and our willingness. The act of stepping forward in faith opens doors to growth and ministry that we might never reach if we wait for perfection. Just be willing — the Lord will do the rest.

Stephanie shares her personal journey of unimaginable pain, loss, and the process of forgiveness. She reflects on the tragic loss of her mother, the struggle with anger and betrayal, and the ongoing process of forgiveness. Through her experience, she emphasizes the importance of seeking help, accepting God's guidance, and the significance of patience and healing.

Takeaways

• Forgiveness is an ongoing process
• Seeking help and accepting God's guidance are crucial in the journey of forgiveness.

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Unimaginable Pain

The episode sets the stage for honest conversations about faith, wrestling, waiting, and trusting God when life doesn't go as planned. It emphasizes the importance of showing up, even when feeling tired or unsure, and provides a space for self-reflection and acceptance.

Takeaways

• Faith is not always dramatic; it can be tired and unsure, and that's still faith.
• Showing up and being present, even in the midst of uncertainty, counts as faith.

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Chapters

• 00:00 Reflection and Moving Forward