For Such a Time as This

Bethany Garner
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A lifestyle podcast about calling, timing, and trusting God in the season you are in right now, not just the one you hope for.

  1. 6d ago

    Single & Set Apart: More Than Just Finding a Spouse

    What if God isn't asking you to stop desiring marriage, but to let Him reshape what you think marriage should look like? In this episode of For Such a Time As This, I sit down with my friend Natalie, who got married in her late 20s, a little later than expected for many of us living in the Christian bubble. Natalie shares what it looked like to spend intentional time with the Lord during her years of singleness and how that season became about so much more than simply waiting for a husband. She talks about growing as an individual, learning who she was in Christ, and allowing God to work on her heart before marriage. We also dive into the expectations and preferences she had for a future husband, including her ideas about male leadership, and how God challenged her to realize that leadership doesn't always look the way we expect it to. We talk about the “hole” we all feel in our hearts and how ultimately, that hole is not spouse-sized, it is God-sized. Marriage can be a beautiful gift, but it was never meant to take the place of our relationship with the Lord. This conversation is about singleness, surrender, personal growth, expectations, and allowing God to shape us into the people He created us to be before we ever find the person we're going to spend our lives with. If you're single and wondering what God might be doing in your season, I hope this episode reminds you that there is so much purpose in becoming before you ever get to the altar. 🎙️ For Such a Time As This — Season 2: Single & Set Apart

  2. Jul 30

    Single & Set Apart: From Singleness to Suddenly

    What happens when God asks you to surrender your timeline, your plans, and your desire for control? In this episode of For Such a Time As This, we sit down with Austin and Jessica to hear the story of how God brought them together after seasons of singleness, growth, and preparation. This is our first episode featuring a married couple, and we dive into what it looked like for them to navigate singleness before marriage, trust God’s timing, and allow Him to work in their hearts before bringing them together. Austin shares about learning to let go of control, finding contentment in the season God had him in, and allowing God to peel away things in his life that were keeping him from becoming the man he was called to be. We talk about how sometimes God places roadblocks in our path, not to punish us, but because He knows we aren't ready for what we're asking for yet. Jessica and Austin also share the unexpected way their relationship began, including how Jessica was dating someone else when they first met, the encouragement from a friend that she would meet her husband on that trip, and how God’s timing unfolded in a way neither of them could have planned. We talk about what it means to recognize when God opens a door, why sometimes things move quickly when the timing is right, and how marriage is about more than becoming husband and wife; it’s about remaining friends, growing together, and building a partnership centered on Christ. A house divided cannot stand, and a strong marriage starts with two people committed to growing closer to God and each other. Whether you’re single, dating, engaged, or married, we hope this conversation reminds you that God is always working even in the seasons where you can’t see the full picture yet. 🎙️ Season 2: Single & Set Apart

  3. Jul 16

    Single & Set Apart: God Didn’t Create Us to Carry It Alone

    What does healing look like when life doesn't turn out the way you expected? In this episode of For Such a Time As This, I sit down with my friend Ernest to talk about his journey through divorce, singleness, fatherhood, and finding restoration through God’s grace. Ernest shares what it was like navigating singleness after divorce while raising two children, and how his perspective continued to evolve as his children grew into adulthood. We talk about the challenges of walking through a season you never planned for and learning to trust God with every chapter. One of the biggest parts of Ernest’s story is learning the importance of counseling, community, and allowing others to walk alongside you. Growing up in a culture where men were often taught to “handle things” on their own, Ernest shares how God showed him that true strength isn’t found in hiding your struggles, it’s found in surrendering them to Him. This conversation dives into breaking unhealthy beliefs, pursuing healing, finding support within the body of Christ, and recognizing that God never intended for us to walk through life alone. Whether you’re navigating divorce, singleness, fatherhood, healing, or simply learning to let God work in areas you’ve always carried yourself, this episode is a reminder that vulnerability is not weakness, it’s an opportunity for God to bring restoration. 🎙️ Season 2: Single & Set Apart

  4. Jul 2

    Single & Set Apart: Singleness the Second Time Around

    What does singleness look like after marriage, divorce, and becoming a parent? In this episode of For Such a Time As This, I sit down with my close friend to have an honest conversation about navigating singleness the second time around. As a divorced mom of two, she shares how this season has looked very different than the first and how God has met her through every unexpected twist in her story. We talk about the unique challenges of dating after divorce, co-parenting, healing from past relationships, and learning to trust God's timing even when life doesn't unfold the way you imagined. Our conversation also dives into the importance of surrendering control, allowing God to lead each step, and recognizing that His plans are always greater than our own. We discuss the value of waiting well, surrounding yourself with godly community, and finding contentment in the season you're in rather than rushing toward the next one. Whether you've experienced divorce, heartbreak, or you're simply learning to trust God in your own season of singleness, we pray this episode reminds you that your story isn't over. God is still writing it, and His faithfulness remains the same through every chapter. Thank you for joining us for another episode of For Such a Time As This. If this conversation encouraged you, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need this reminder today.

  5. Jun 18

    Single & Set Apart: Living on God’s Timeline

    In this episode of For Such a Time As This, I sit down with my friend Will to discuss life after divorce, co-parenting, singleness, and learning to trust God with the chapters we never expected to live. We talk about what it means to let the Lord order our steps instead of forcing our own timeline, how to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit when the future feels uncertain, and the challenge of waiting when you're ready for the next season but God is asking you to stay where you are. Will shares his perspective on navigating singleness after marriage, the importance of community and godly counsel, and why having people around you who can speak truth into your life is so important. One of my favorite parts of this conversation is the reminder that not every season is meant to be a blooming season. Just as trees don't produce leaves in the winter, there are seasons where God is doing work beneath the surface that we can't yet see. If you're struggling with waiting, wrestling with God's timing, or wondering what He's doing in your current season, this conversation is for you.

  6. Jun 4

    Single & Set Apart: Finding God in the Hard Seasons

    What happens when life doesn’t go the way you planned? In this episode of For Such a Time As This, I sit down with my friend Edwin to talk about singleness, faith, disappointment, and learning to trust God through every season. We discuss what it looks like to delight yourself in the Lord while still holding desires in your heart, how to navigate the reality that people are imperfect and sometimes inconsistent, and why closed doors don’t always mean failure. Sometimes the things that don’t work out are simply stepping stones leading us where God intended us to be all along. Edwin shares how looking back on difficult seasons reveals God’s faithfulness in ways we couldn’t see at the time, reminding us that even when life feels uncertain, God is always present and working behind the scenes. Whether you’re navigating singleness, dating, heartbreak, or simply learning to trust God’s timing, this conversation is a reminder that no season is wasted when it’s surrendered to Him.

  7. May 21

    Single & Set Apart: You Know What God Said, But You’re Not There Yet

    In this episode of For Such a Time As This, I sit down with one of my closest friends, a single mom in her 30s, to talk about singleness, healing, and learning to trust God in every season of life. This conversation is honest, grounding, and full of wisdom from someone who has walked through heartbreak, growth, and rebuilding. One of the most powerful reminders from this episode is the importance of staying faithful in the last thing God told you to do, even when you’re waiting for what’s next. In this episode, we also talk about: • Learning to love yourself well in singleness • Why healing is essential before entering a relationship • The idea that “two halves make a mess — two wholes build something healthy” • Choosing to wait for marriage intentionally rather than rushing • Finding joy, fun, and connection while still honoring your season This episode is a reminder that singleness is not a delay ; it’s a space for becoming whole, healed, and rooted in God. Season 2, Single & Set Apart, is all about calling, timing, and trusting God in every season of life. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation.

  8. May 7

    Single & Set Apart: Learning to Be Alone With God

    In this episode of For Such a Time As This, I sit down with my friend Lamont to talk about what it’s looked like for him to truly be single for the first time and begin letting God take the lead in his life. We talk about the tension of wanting control while learning to trust that God’s plan is better than our own even when it doesn’t happen on our timeline. In this conversation, we also dive into: • Breaking old relationship patterns and unhealthy cycles • Learning not to fall back into the same habits from past relationships • The reality of loneliness and how everyone experiences it differently • Taking time to grow, heal, and get closer to God • Letting God reshape your desires and direction This episode is honest, relatable, and a reminder that growth often starts when we finally stop trying to drive everything ourselves. Season 2, Single & Set Apart, is all about calling, timing, and trusting God in every season of life. 🎧 Listen now and join the conversation.

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A lifestyle podcast about calling, timing, and trusting God in the season you are in right now, not just the one you hope for.

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  • Creator
    Bethany Garner
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 For Such a Time as This
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