In this episode of "Remember God," host Brenda Savanhu guides listeners through the themes of wrestling with God and recognizing good fortune, as illustrated by the biblical figures Naphtali and Gad. She emphasizes the importance of reflecting on personal struggles and victories, encouraging listeners to document their own memorial stones—moments where they have felt God's presence in their trials. Brenda shares poignant stories from the lives of Rachel and Leah, highlighting how their attempts to control their circumstances led to emotional turmoil, yet ultimately, God’s redemption shines through their narratives.

Brenda invites listeners to engage in reflective practices, urging them to identify areas in their lives where they feel a tug-of-war with God and to recall instances of unexpected blessings that emerged from difficult times. She concludes with a prayer, asking for grace and guidance as listeners navigate their own struggles, reinforcing the message that God is present in both the wrestling and the rewards of life. This episode serves as a reminder to trust in God’s plan, even when circumstances seem overwhelming.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Remembering God
01:23 Exploring Memorial Stones: Naphtali and Gad
07:42 Wrestling with God: Personal Reflections
17:18 Good Fortune: Recognizing Blessings in Trials
20:56 Closing Thoughts and Next Steps

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In this episode of Remember God, Brenda Savanhu guides listeners through the themes of praise and vindication as illustrated by the stories of Leah and Rachel from the Bible. She emphasizes the importance of remembering God's past faithfulness during trials and encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences of pain and healing. Through the exploration of memorial stones, Brenda provides insights and journal prompts to help individuals navigate their struggles and find strength in praise.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Remembering God
00:57 Exploring Memorial Stones: Judah and Dan
05:48 Praise Amidst Pain: The Story of Leah
09:36 Vindication and Jealousy: The Story of Rachel
12:45 Reflecting on Praise and Vindication
18:32 Closing Thoughts and Prayer


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In this episode of Remember God, Brenda Savanhu introduces her seven-part series based on her book, Memorial Stones. She discusses the importance of remembering God's presence during difficult times, using the biblical stories of Reuben and Simeon to illustrate how God sees and hears us in our afflictions. The episode encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences of feeling unseen and unloved, providing journaling prompts and personal stories to foster spiritual growth and healing.

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Chapters
00:00 Welcome to Remember God 2026
00:56 Introduction to Memorial Stones
03:20 Exploring Memorial Stones: Reuben and Simeon
13:14 Understanding Reuben: Seen in Affliction
17:43 Understanding Simeon: Heard in Unlove

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In this conversation, Brenda Savanhu discusses the challenges and emotional struggles that come with spiritual journeys, particularly focusing on the pain of sharing in Christ's suffering. She emphasizes the importance of community and support during difficult times, sharing her personal experiences of anger and disappointment in her faith journey. Brenda encourages listeners to acknowledge their emotions and seek support, reminding them that they are not alone in their struggles.

Chapters

00:00 The Dark Side of Spiritual Journeys
02:56 Sharing in Suffering
05:49 Navigating Anger and Disappointment
08:53 Community and Support in Difficult Times

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Blog Post - A Step Beyond Disappointment

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In this episode, Brenda Savanu discusses the importance of remembering God amidst life's challenges and shares practical tools to help listeners avoid the pitfalls of forgetting Him. She emphasizes the significance of reading the Bible, testifying about God's work, engaging in prayer, practicing praise and thanksgiving, finding solitude, and documenting experiences with God. Each practice serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and presence in our lives, encouraging a deeper connection with Him.

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Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Remembering God
13:33 Practices to Remember God
22:34 The Role of Praise and Thanksgiving
29:57 Documenting God's Faithfulness

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In this episode, Brenda Savanhu explores the theme of remembering God amidst life's challenges, particularly focusing on the disciples' experiences after Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection. She discusses their feelings of fear, uncertainty, and the struggle to maintain faith while waiting for answers to their prayers. Through the story of Peter returning to fishing and Jesus' subsequent appearance, Brenda emphasizes the importance of community, restoration, and the journey of faith in times of doubt.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: The Challenge of Remembering God
03:00 The Disciples' Struggle After the Resurrection
05:52 Returning to Old Identities
08:44 Jesus' Restoration of Peter and the Call to Follow
10:41 Conclusion: Waiting and Seeking God in Silence

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Summary
In this episode, Brenda Savanhu explores the reasons why people forget God, focusing on three main themes: trusting our sight over faith, fear, and seduction. Through biblical stories, she illustrates how these factors lead to disobedience and a disconnect from God. The conversation emphasizes the importance of asking questions, maintaining faith, and recognizing the allure of distractions that can lead us away from our spiritual commitments.


Takeaways
It's easy to forget God when we trust our sight over faith.
Asking questions can help us discern God's will.
Fear can lead us to take matters into our own hands.
Disobedience is the root cause of forgetting God.
Seduction can come in many forms, not just sexual.
Maintaining our position in faith is crucial during trials.
We should reflect on our last instructions from God.
Biblical stories provide cautionary tales about forgetting God.
Recognizing our vulnerabilities can help us stay connected to God.
Prayer and community support are vital in our spiritual journey.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring the Question: Why Do We Forget God?
07:55 The Role of Fear in Forgetting God
17:38 Seduction: The Allure of Disobedience
22:06 Disobedience: The Underlying Theme of Forgetting God
23:09 Practical Steps to Combat Forgetting God
24:13 Brenda Outro FINAL.mp3

Keywords

#forgetGod #faith #fear #disobedience #Joshua #KingSaul #seduction #spiritual #lesson #biblicalstories #trust #rememberGod #memorialstones

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Episode 2 Summary

Join Brenda this week as she takes us to the Bible to find out why it is important to remember God. Get your Bible our and follow along to find out why it's important to remember God.

Remember God is a podcast to help followers of Jesus practice remembering God in the midst of trials. If you’re in a hard season and find yourself wanting to take control instead of trusting Him, this is the place for you.

Hosted by Brenda Savanhu, author of Memorial Stones, each episode combines story, teaching, and practical steps to help you recall where God has shown up before—so you can keep your eyes on Jesus today.

Over the next several weeks, you’ll hear Brenda’s journey through a wilderness season and conversations with guests who have navigated trials by remembering God’s faithfulness.

Subscribe and join us weekly as we learn to remember God together.

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