50. Finding Beauty in the Broken with Baylor Knott

How's All That Working For Ya?

The 50th episode of the podcast celebrates a significant milestone with an inspiring conversation featuring Baylor Knott, a beacon of hope for women grappling with their faith amidst life's challenges. Baylor opens up about her personal journey through infertility and international adoption, sharing how these experiences have shaped her understanding of trust in God. Rachel and Baylor dive into the struggles of maintaining faith when it feels like life is spiraling out of control, recognizing that unmet expectations often lead to doubt and questioning of God's goodness. Despite these hardships, Baylor encourages listeners to find beauty in brokenness, knowing that God can transform our deepest disappointments into something beautiful and lasting.

Episode Highlights

• What breathing room looks and feels like for Baylor
• Baylor’s story of finding beauty through struggles with infertility and international adoption
• Encouragement for the woman who is struggling to find beauty in her current season of life
• Baylor’s top tools and strategies to manage her time and allow for some breathing room
• Books & podcasts recommended for finding beauty when life is difficult

Resources Mentioned

• 52 Weeks in the Word: A Companion for Reading through the Bible in a Year by Trillia J. Newbell
• Thirty Days to Thankful: Cultivating a grateful heart by Baylor Knott

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• EP 3 - Encouragement for the Woman Who is Drowning in Overwhelm
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• EP 29 - Identity and Purpose with Chronic Pain and Illness
• EP 36 - The Power of Emotional Healing with Kristen Hallinan

Connect with Baylor

• Website: everythingbeautifulministries.com
• Instagram: @baylorknott

Connect with Rachel

• Website: racheldbaker.com
• Instagram: @rachel.d.baker
• Email: [e-mail]

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