Make Me Better Podcast

Misty Rooks

With every trial you face, you have the opportunity to become a better version of yourself than you were before. When our host, Misty, was going through a medical crisis, her prayer changed from "make things easy" to "God, Make Me Better." Hear stories from people who not only made it through, but who were made better in the process. Strengthen your character, build your faith, and find out who you really are when adversity strikes. It's time to level up!!!! Sometimes you won't be delivered from your circumstances, but God will use them to help you grow and make you better.

  1. May 15

    From Death to Life: Addiction is not the end-an interview with Candice Ables

    In this inspiring interview, Candice shares her powerful journey from addiction and near-death to recovery and purpose. Discover how faith, support, and resilience transformed her life and how she now helps others break free from the cycle of addiction. Takeaways: Faith and community support are crucial in overcoming addictionRecovery is a process that involves inner character workIt's possible to rebuild life and relationships after addictionSurrendering to God's plan can lead to true freedomInner healing is more important than just stopping substance use Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context 08:01 Candice's Journey: From Addiction to Recovery 16:12 The Impact of Family and Environment on Addiction 20:25 The Descent: From Opioids to Heroin 23:43 The Struggle for Recovery: Detox and Relapse 26:07 The Overdose: A Life-Changing Moment 28:27 The Courtroom Decision: Seeking True Help 29:54 Finding Purpose: The Path to Recovery 32:14 The Role of Faith: Overcoming Guilt and Shame 34:08 Hand Up Ministries: A New Beginning 36:30 Transformation: From Addiction to Empowerment 37:26 The Journey of Transformation 40:00 Accountability and Support in Recovery 41:55 The Role of Personal Responsibility 43:50 Facing Consequences and Finding Grace 46:35 Restoration and New Beginnings 48:56 Trusting God Through the Process 51:41 Advice for Those in Recovery 54:31 Learning to Live Again 56:18 Embracing God's Way for a Better Life Resources A Hand Up Ministries - https://ahandupministries.org Celebrate Recovery - https://www.celebraterecovery.com Trenton CR - freedomcr.com Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities - https://dbhdd.georgia.gov

  2. May 1

    "The Little Girl He Loaned to Me" Anna Rooks shares about losing a child & recovering through faith

    In this heartfelt episode, Misty Rooks interviews her mother-in-law, Anna Rooks, who shares her profound journey of faith, loss, and spiritual growth after losing her daughter Melissa in a tragic accident. Discover how her relationship with God helped her find peace, strength, and purpose through grief, and learn valuable lessons on prayer, healing, and trusting God's plan. Keywords faith, grief, spiritual growth, prayer, healing, loss of a child, testimony, trust in God, Christian life, overcoming tragedy Key topics Faith and relationship with God before tragedy The impact of Holy Spirit's conviction and salvation The accident and loss of Melissa Spiritual growth and healing through grief The importance of prayer and intercession Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 02:59 Misty's Early Struggles and Finding Faith 06:01 The Impact of Loss and Grief 08:54 The Accident and Its Aftermath 11:45 Navigating Trauma and Healing 15:12 The Role of Faith in Coping with Loss 18:03 Messages from Beyond: Spiritual Insights 21:08 The Power of Prayer and Community Support 23:52 Reflections on Life, Death, and Legacy 35:21 The Power of Prayer and Community Support 39:08 Understanding Life and Death Through Faith 44:38 The Role of Intercessory Prayer 48:41 Covenant and Generational Blessings 50:07 Creative Expression in Grief 56:11 Healing and Moving Forward After Loss 01:01:27 Empathy and Connection Through Shared Pain 01:06:54 Finding Strength in Faith and Community resources Ephesians 3:16 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+3%3A16

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With every trial you face, you have the opportunity to become a better version of yourself than you were before. When our host, Misty, was going through a medical crisis, her prayer changed from "make things easy" to "God, Make Me Better." Hear stories from people who not only made it through, but who were made better in the process. Strengthen your character, build your faith, and find out who you really are when adversity strikes. It's time to level up!!!! Sometimes you won't be delivered from your circumstances, but God will use them to help you grow and make you better.