Have you ever asked the question, “What did I ever do to deserve this?” Karen did, over and over. Her life was filled with trauma and drama including domestic abuse, her mother’s suicide, addiction, and severed relationships. Anger and guilt consumed her until she surrendered all to Christ. Listen to Karen’s story and discover how to be released from the weight of the past and find a whole new future.
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Basics Of Faith
Wendy on August 1, 2016 at 3:06 pm
I’ve been encouraged so many times over & over by the real life stories of lives transformed through Jesus & His Word. I love Karen’s story. I grew up in a christian home, but a very broken one. I engendered hate in my heart for my parents, my father especially, and grew up not liking myself. Today I struggle so much in my walk with God; I struggle with anger, guilt, shame & unforgiveness. I know what freedom looks like in other’s lives but can’t seem to achieve it in mine. Please pray for me to choose forgiveness in laying down arms & allowing God to work in & through me.
I crave your prayers!
Wendy
Barbara Follis on August 2, 2016 at 9:28 am
Thank you for opening yourself up to us with such transparency, Wendy. Healing from such hurts and disappointments can be a struggle, but let me encourage you to not give up hope in this journey! Know that we’re praying for you here at “Words to Live By.” It’s my prayer especially you’ll soon find lasting peace and freedom through Christ, and understand deep within your heart what a beloved child of God you are. ~ Barbara
Roberio on August 18, 2016 at 3:47 pm
I love hearing this program because it makes me happy. All the stories are so beautiful and full of faith and hope. Lord bless all of you.
Barbara Follis on August 22, 2016 at 8:36 am
Thank you so much for your kindness, Roberio. As we capture these stories, we are always so encouraged by God’s goodness and know it’s a privilege to play a small part in sharing them with you! ~ Barbara
Jessie on November 1, 2016 at 5:00 am
I feel about the same. I had a bad childhood, then did drugs. Left my first kids dad because of drugs. My daughter’s dad put me down n controlled me so I tried to leave him. He took my daughter. I’m still fighting for custody. I’m still scared I’m going to loose her more n more. I hardly c her now. I also have my 2 boys only I take care of. My current boyfriend has a son too but we fight n scream n he makes me feel bad n sad n I’m upset all the time. Nothing seems to ever get better or go right. I try church n prayer but nothing seems to help it go right. My mom tries to help when she can. She’s a different person now that she’s older n my dad usually makes me feel worse. I work n I take care of the kids n I try so hard to b happy n hopeful. They say I have tendonitis so my wrist hurts all the time while I work at a pizza shop. I have seen different doctors. I feel like he’s not in my life, I try praying n going on here n trying to get closer to him but nothing seems to help n I’m scared.
Barbara Follis on November 1, 2016 at 1:23 pm
I am so sorry to hear about your struggles, Jessie. I can’t imagine how you feel—it must seem overwhelming at times. Please don’t give up hope that things will get better, though. God does hear our prayers—Scripture promises us—even when it might not feel like it.
I know it’s hard to wait on the Lord’s timing, though. You mentioned going to church—if you haven’t already, perhaps consider speaking with the Pastor or someone on staff there, as they may have some practical resources or know of some within your community that can help in your situation. I’m also sure they’d be more than willing to pray with you. We’re praying for you, too! ~ Barbara