Steps to Trusting - #StepstoThankful2024

#StepstoThankful2024

11/13/24 • 16 min

Season 3 Kickoff:
Building Trust Through Thanksgiving

Erin Michelle introduces the third season of her podcast, Steps to Trusting, focusing on cultivating trust in God through the practice of thanksgiving. In this episode, she reflects on how gratitude helps to see God's work, supported by scripture such as Romans 8:28 and James 1:17. Erin shares clips from upcoming guests who discuss their favorite verses and promises from God, emphasizing the importance of the faith community. She also recounts a C. S. Lewis story to illustrate how we know God through the faith of others. The episode encourages listeners to share their own verses on Instagram using #stepstothankful2024.

Connect with Erin Michele @stepstotrusting on Instagram.

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00:00 Welcome to Steps to Trusting

00:26 Season of Thanksgiving

01:14 Biblical Promises and Gratitude

03:21 Kicking Off Season Three

04:34 C.S. Lewis and the Body of Christ

06:51 Sharing Verses of Gratitude
Clips from:

Becky Beresford - https://www.beckyberesford.com/

Cristi Schroeder - https://alteredstory.com/

Theresa Miller - theresammiller.com

Rose Ward - www.ministrymoms.org

Christie Thomas - https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/

Jenna Schroeder - http://www.jennaaschroeder.com

Andrea Schmidt - https://andreadschmidt.com/

Mary Rooney Armand - www.butterflyliving.org

Elise Daly Parker - EliseDalyParker.com

Teresa Whiting - teresawhiting.com

14:56 Listener Participation and Closing

Season 3 Kickoff:
Building Trust Through Thanksgiving

Connect with Erin Michele @stepstotrusting on Instagram.

Receive my free Bible journaling guide "Discovering your Next Step" by signing up for my newsletter at erinmichele.net.

00:00 Welcome to Steps to Trusting

00:26 Season of Thanksgiving

01:14 Biblical Promises and Gratitude

03:21 Kicking Off Season Three

04:34 C.S. Lewis and the Body of Christ

06:51 Sharing Verses of Gratitude
Clips from:

Becky Beresford - https://www.beckyberesford.com/

Cristi Schroeder - https://alteredstory.com/

Theresa Miller - theresammiller.com

Rose Ward - www.ministrymoms.org

Christie Thomas - https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/

Jenna Schroeder - http://www.jennaaschroeder.com

Andrea Schmidt - https://andreadschmidt.com/

Mary Rooney Armand - www.butterflyliving.org

Elise Daly Parker - EliseDalyParker.com

Teresa Whiting - teresawhiting.com

14:56 Listener Participation and Closing

Previous Episode

For Our Good

Sometimes we just can’t see how the circumstances we are in could be for our good. We would rather hope for change or wait for resolution. Could trusting there is meaning help us in the heartache and challenge. Join me as we walk through the promise of Romans 8:28 and look at 3 practical ways to grow this trust muscle.

Click here for a full transcript of the show.

Journaling Questions:

· How do you react to the words, “its all going to be ok?”

· Is this a message you long for? What are you longing for to make your situation ok?

· What currently feels overwhelming, painful or challenging to you?

· Does the promise that “[God will work] all thing together for the good of those who love him and are called according to his purpose” (Romans 8:28) give you reassurance?

· Does this cause you to look for deeper meaning in your challenges or suffering?

· Is this easy to see in the midst of the challenge?

· Looking back on past challenges have you seen this promise to be true?

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Verses mentioned in the episode:

· Romans 8:28

· John 3

· Psalm 142:3

· Jeremiah 29:11-12

· Ephesians 2:10

· 139

· Psalm 3:3

· Psalm 18:14,17

· Psalm 27

· Psalm33:7-8

· Proverbs 3:5-6

· 2 Timothy 2:13

Ephesians 2:10

Special thanks to Jim Dougherty for creating the music for the show! Check out his Album City of God on Spotify or Apple Music.

Next Episode

Seeking God with Desperation: With Theresa Miller

Seeking God with Desperation with Theresa Miller
In this episode of Steps to Trusting, host Erin Michelle welcomes Teresa Miller to delve into profound discussions on trusting God and seeking Him with desperation. They explore the challenge of relinquishing control and placing full trust in God, admitting our need for Him. Key topics include the refinement that comes through suffering, the risk involved in trusting God wholeheartedly, and how to seek God with our whole hearts, using Bible verses such as Jeremiah 29:13 and Proverbs 2:1-4. Teresa shares personal stories and insights about her faith journey, especially relating to parenting and major life decisions, emphasizing the importance and difficulty of surrender. They also highlight the significance of abiding in God's word and maintaining a close relationship with Christ. Teresa speaks about her upcoming Bible study, 'The Posture of Victory,' and how it aims to deepen trust in Jesus.
You can connect with Theresa Miller at Theresammiller.com or on Instagram @Theresammillerauthor
You can connect with Erin at erinmichele.net
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00:00 Welcome to Steps to Trusting
00:54 Introducing Teresa Miller
01:09 Seeking God with Your Whole Heart
03:38 Trusting God in Desperation
07:17 Surrendering Control to God
08:54 Desperation in Parenting
12:20 God's Trustworthiness in Our Lives
17:46 The Power of Obedience and Faith
24:29 The Journey of Surrender and Abiding
31:16 Closing Thoughts and Prayer
34:18 Final Encouragement and Resources