31: Finding Joy While Walking Through Cancer with Bekah York

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Join Riah Jaffrey for a podcast series where we draw on our personal stories, examine the truth of God’s word, and identify the lies, false identities, and unbiblical beliefs that keep us from walking whole heartedly in the power of our new life through the gift of Grace in Jesus. Join us as we share what it is to walk in relationship with Jesus; where we discover new life in death and step into the supernatural power of God’s Grace and Glory. 

Bekah York

I was born in New Brunswick, Canada to two loving, Christian parents. I became a Christian at a young age. We moved around a lot while I was young before finally settling down in Bangor, ME. I went to Berkshire Institute for Christian Studies and then transferred to Lancaster Bible College to complete my degree in both Bible and Music Education. I came back to Maine, worked as a music teacher(2013-2019), got married(June 2016), and started having babies in 2019.  I have been a stay-at-home mom ever since, and I absolutely love it! 

Summary

In this episode, Bekah shares her profound journey of faith through heartbreak, health challenges, and the lessons learned along the way. From her early experiences of trusting God during a broken engagement to facing a brain tumor diagnosis, Becca emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God's will and finding joy in His presence amidst suffering. Her story is a testament to resilience, hope, and the transformative power of faith.

Resources:

It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered by Lysa TerKeurst

Suffering is Never for Nothing Elisabeth Elliot

James 1:1-12

Phillipians 4:6-7

Exodus 14:14

Isaiah 46:3-4

Elisabeth Eliot Podcast

Bekah York Quotes

“I have learned that suffering can even be a privilege”

“People have told me I’m strong. But no, His grace is sufficient for me.”

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