28: When God Orchestrates with Emily Carney

Summary

In this episode, Riah Jaffrey interviews Emily Carney, who shares her powerful testimony of faith and personal growth following a car accident involving her son. Emily discusses her journey of understanding faith, the impact of suffering, and how she found God through her experiences. The conversation highlights the importance of community, gratitude, and the transformative power of faith in navigating life's challenges.

Takeaways

Emily's son was involved in a car accident that deeply affected their family.

Listening to Riah's podcast was a pivotal moment for Emily's faith journey.

Emily had never fully given her struggles to God until recently.

The importance of gratitude and mindfulness in overcoming anxiety.

Emily's background included a strong foundation of spirituality and kindness from her parents.

The connection between suffering and personal growth in faith.

Community support plays a crucial role in spiritual development.

Emily's experience with loss has shaped her understanding of faith.

The journey of faith is not linear; it includes ups and downs.

God orchestrates events in our lives for a greater purpose. 

Resources:

Uninvited Lisa Tyrsket

When you Pray: A Study of Six Prayers in the Bible

by Kelly Minter, Jackie Hill Perry, Jen Wilkin, Jennifer Rothschild, Jada Edwards, and Kristi McLelland

Genesis 50:20

Romans 2:28“God works all things together for our good”

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