Untangling Prayer with Rachel Wojo

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How do I pray during challenging times? How can I grow closer to God despite life's hardships? How can I find peace and purpose when life feels overwhelming and stressful? Welcome to the Untangling Prayer with Rachel Wojo podcast, a sanctuary where we navigate the storms of life together, uncovering clarity and calm through faith, prayer, and practical wisdom. Each week, author Rachel Wojo brings heartfelt conversations and insightful advice on living a life of peace and purpose. We dive deep into prayer, managing stress, overcoming anxiety, and finding joy amid trials. Through inspiring stories of individuals who have found hope and strength in their faith, you'll gain practical tips to help you navigate challenges. Rachel's compassionate guidance will help you clear your mind, calm your heart, and draw closer to God, no matter what you're facing. With every episode, you'll learn how to untangle the knots of life and discover the peace and purpose you've been longing for. You might be feeling overwhelmed. You might be feeling too paralyzed to pray. But you have a home here. Together, we can find the strength to move forward. Join Rachel Wojo on this journey of untangling life, one step at a time. You'll find all Rachel's resources HERE.

  1. 3D AGO

    How to Pray When You're Angry at God

    Have you ever felt so broken by grief that even praying felt impossible? Or found yourself angry at God in the middle of your loss and too afraid to admit it? In this episode, Rachel tackles one of the rawest questions in the prayer life: how do you pray when grief has made you angry at God? She walks through the book of Lamentations and the story of the widow at Zarephath in 1 Kings 17, where a grieving mother's rawest accusation leads to one of the most faith-deepening miracles in Scripture. Rachel also shares personally from the season surrounding her daughter Taylor's death and what prayer actually looked like in those early days of grief. You'll discover: Why anger at God in grief is not a sign of weak faith and what Scripture actually says about it How Lamentations 3 moves from raw lament all the way to "great is Your faithfulness" without skipping the pain What the widow of Zarephath's accusation teaches us about bringing our honest grief to God Why Elijah prayed three times and what persistent prayer in grief looks like How each miracle God does deepens your faith for the next one If you're walking through grief right now, whether it's raw and brand new or you've been carrying it for years, this episode is a companion for the hard days. Resources Mentioned: Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments  desperateprayers.com Until next time, remember: God sees you, He hears you, and He knows your needs. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    13 min

  2. MAR 4

    What to Pray When You're Waiting on God (Again)

    Have you been waiting on God so long you've stopped counting? Maybe you've even had moments where you thought the answer was finally here — only to find the door was still closed. In this episode, Rachel opens Psalm 27:14 and unpacks what David really meant when he said "be strong and take heart." Guess what? Waiting on God is not passive. It's one of the most active, courageous things we can do in our faith. Rachel also shares a deeply personal story of a 16-year prayer that was finally answered last week — and what the long wait revealed about God's faithfulness. You'll discover: Why David repeats "wait for the LORD" twice — and what that tells us about how hard waiting really is The difference between waiting in dread and waiting in expectation Why "be strong" is a command God equips us to obey What those "almost" moments of unanswered prayer are actually doing in us How the waiting room grows something that the answer alone never could If you're tired of waiting and wondering if God even remembers your prayer, this episode is for you. Resources Mentioned: Desperate Prayers: desperateprayers.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    10 min

  3. FEB 25

    How to Pray through A Wilderness Season (When Spring Feels Far Away)

    Feeling stuck in a long, gray season where nothing is necessarily wrong, but nothing feels right either? You're not alone. That heavy, stuck feeling has a name: it's a wilderness season. And it's one of the hardest seasons to pray through. In this episode, Rachel digs into Psalm 78 and the convicting question the Israelites asked: "Can God really spread a table in the wilderness?" She explores the difference between being stuck IN the wilderness and being led THROUGH it, and shares a friend's powerful testimony of breakthrough after months of feeling unseen. You'll discover: Why wilderness seasons are harder to pray through than crisis moments What Psalm 78:19 teaches us about doubt in dry seasons The one word in Psalm 78:52 that changes everything about how we see hard seasons Why doubt in the wilderness doesn't mean your faith is failing How your breakthrough may be closer than you think If you're in a season that feels endless and you're wondering if God is even working, this episode will remind you that the Shepherd who leads His people through the wilderness hasn't lost track of you. Coming up: Join Rachel for a live online Bible study, Pray God's Word with Confidence, on Monday, March 2 at 7 PM Eastern. Learn a simple method for turning any Scripture into a personal, powerful prayer. Registration closes March 1. Link in show notes. Resources Mentioned: Pray God's Word with Confidence Bible study: cardshop.rachelwojo.com Wilderness Grace Ministry: wildernessgrace.com Desperate Prayers book: desperateprayers.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    12 min

  4. FEB 18

    How to Pray When Anxiety Won't Let Go (A Conversation with Maddie Joy Fisher)

    Have you ever prayed about your anxiety — and still felt anxious? You're not alone, and this week's guest gets it from the inside out. I'm joined by Maddie Joy Fisher, author of Rest and Rely: A 60-Day Devotional to Replace Fear, Anxiety, and Worry with God's Truth. Maddie shares her very personal journey with anxiety — including how it reached a breaking point during the writing of her own book — and how prayer transformed from a rigid practice into an ongoing conversation with God. In this episode you'll discover: Why telling anxious people to "just pray more" can actually backfire — and what to say instead How Maddie's breaking point with anxiety became the very thing that deepened her prayer life What "pray without ceasing" really looks like when your mind won't slow down The difference between knowing Scripture and actually praying it — and how to close that gap One practical thing you can implement today if anxiety is making faith feel like one more place to fail If anxiety has made you feel like you're failing at faith, this conversation is for you. Resources mentioned: Rest and Rely by Maddie Joy  Praying the Promises of God  Until next time, remember — God sees you, He hears you, and He knows your need. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    2 min

  5. FEB 11

    Why God Feels Distant

    Have you ever felt like God went quiet on you? Like you're showing up, opening your Bible, praying the prayers, but hearing nothing back? That silence can feel louder than any storm. In this episode, Rachel dives into the powerful tension between Psalm 34:17 ("The LORD hears") and Psalm 44:23 ("Awake, Lord! Why do you sleep?") and what it means when both feel true at the same time. She shares from her own season of spiritual silence after losing her daughter and how God showed up in whispers when she was waiting for thunder. You'll discover: Why God's felt presence isn't the same as His actual presence How to keep silence from rewriting what you know to be true about God What the Psalms teach us about holding honest pain and real trust in the same prayer Why some of your deepest growth happens in the quiet How to ask God for whispers when you can't hear His voice If you're in a season where God feels distant and your prayers feel hollow, this episode will remind you that silence is not absence. The battle through silence is still a battle worth fighting. Resources Mentioned: Praying the Psalms Cards: rachelwojo.com/shop Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments book: desperateprayers.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    17 min

  6. FEB 4

    Praying for Your Marriage When You Feel Alone in It

    Feeling alone in your marriage? You're not the only one. The loneliness of sitting across from your spouse and feeling like a stranger is one of the hardest kinds of pain to carry. In this episode, Rachel explores how to pray when your marriage feels distant and shares a personal story about praying for God to change her husband. (Spoiler: She was the one who needed to change.) You'll discover: Why praying for your marriage starts with praying for your own heart first Three prayers that can shift everything in your relationship What Abigail's story in 1 Samuel 25 teaches us about praying through hard marriages The promise of Ezekiel 36:26 for heart transformation Rachel's honest testimony about what prayer actually changed If you're feeling alone in the fight for your marriage, this episode will remind you that God's eyes are on you and He's working, even when the work He's doing is in you. Resources Mentioned: Praying the Promises of God Prayer Journal: promisesprayerjournal.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    11 min

  7. JAN 28

    How to Pray for Someone Who Doesn't Want Your Prayers

    Is it wrong to pray for someone who's asked you to stop? If you're carrying the weight of praying for a prodigal child, a wayward spouse, or a friend who's walked away from faith, this episode is for you. Rachel tackles one of the hardest prayer questions: how to keep interceding when the person you love doesn't want your prayers. In this episode, you'll discover: The crucial difference between praying FOR someone versus praying AT them Why secret intercession is sometimes the most powerful kind of prayer How to persist in prayer when you see no evidence it's working (even after years) Whether you're in year one or year ten of praying for someone who's walking away, this episode will encourage your heart and strengthen your resolve to keep praying. Resources Mentioned: 31 Prayers for a Mom's Heart prayer cards - rachelwojo.com/shop Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments - desperateprayers.com Until next time, remember: God sees you, He hears you, and He knows your needs. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    14 min

  8. JAN 21

    Praying through Fear When Anxiety Won't Let Go

    Do you still feel anxious even after praying about your fears? Many Christians struggle with anxiety that persists despite faithful prayer—and wonder if something is wrong with them or their faith. In this episode, Rachel tackles one of the most common questions she receives: "Why do I still feel anxious after praying about my fears?" She shares why prayer doesn't always remove fear and what it does instead, along with a powerful story about her daughter Tris's journey of learning to rely on God day by day when healing hasn't come the way they prayed. You'll discover: Why anxiety after prayer isn't a sign of weak faith Practical steps for praying when fear won't let go The difference between God removing our challenges versus giving us courage to walk through them How God's provision of daily strength can be the miracle If you're in a season where anxiety feels overwhelming and your prayers feel ineffective, this episode will remind you that God doesn't ask for perfect courage—just honest hearts willing to bring their fears to Him. Resources Mentioned: 31 Prayers for the Heart prayer cards 31 Prayers for a Mom's Heart prayer cards Shop at https://rachelwojo.com/shop Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    13 min
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How do I pray during challenging times? How can I grow closer to God despite life's hardships? How can I find peace and purpose when life feels overwhelming and stressful? Welcome to the Untangling Prayer with Rachel Wojo podcast, a sanctuary where we navigate the storms of life together, uncovering clarity and calm through faith, prayer, and practical wisdom. Each week, author Rachel Wojo brings heartfelt conversations and insightful advice on living a life of peace and purpose. We dive deep into prayer, managing stress, overcoming anxiety, and finding joy amid trials. Through inspiring stories of individuals who have found hope and strength in their faith, you'll gain practical tips to help you navigate challenges. Rachel's compassionate guidance will help you clear your mind, calm your heart, and draw closer to God, no matter what you're facing. With every episode, you'll learn how to untangle the knots of life and discover the peace and purpose you've been longing for. You might be feeling overwhelmed. You might be feeling too paralyzed to pray. But you have a home here. Together, we can find the strength to move forward. Join Rachel Wojo on this journey of untangling life, one step at a time. You'll find all Rachel's resources HERE.

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