173. When Life Gets Heavy

A Force To Be Reckoned With

Have you ever felt the weight of life bearing down?
Life, as we all know, is like a battlefield. It's heavy, it's daunting, and sometimes, it feels like we're at war. That's because - we are. The enemy prowls around like roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. But the beauty is - we are not alone.
We'll explore the powerful story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, whose unwavering faith and determination in the face of adversity offers a beacon of hope and strength.
Finally, we delve into the liberating power of surrender. It's not about admitting defeat; it's about accepting and embracing the fact that we don't have control over everything. Drawing from the story of Nebuchadnezzar in the book of Daniel, we see how surrendering to God signifies an immense strength and ultimate act of faith. In the end, it all comes down to trust - even if our prayers are not answered the way we want.
As we wrap up this episode, we invite you to join us in contemplating the role of faith, the power of surrender, and the strength that comes from unity and shared experiences.
Episode Highlights:

• Life can be heavy.
• Quick family update.
• There’s another in the fire.
• We will face adversity.
• Our posture in the fire affects others.

Links Mentioned in Episode/Find More on A Force to Be Reckoned With:

• Jointheforce.us
• Follow us on Instagram @bethanyadkins

This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.

Chương

1. The Urgent Need for Foster Families (00:00:00)

2. Weight of Life, Surrendering Control (00:06:39)

3. Strength Against Adversity (00:15:10)

4. The Power of Surrendering to God (00:30:20)

5. Weekly Update and Call for Engagement (00:35:31)