Faithfinder Podcast

Tamara

Faithfinder is a journey to understand faith, live it daily, and grow the measure God placed within you. Each episode guides you through real-life challenges, biblical truths, and practical steps to strengthen your walk with God. 

  1. Faith When God Is Silent

    1D AGO

    Faith When God Is Silent

    Have you ever prayed… and heard nothing back? No clear answer. No direction. No sense of movement. Just silence. In this deeply honest and encouraging episode of FaithFinder, we step into the tension of what it feels like when God seems silent, grounding ourselves in the raw and real words found in Book of Psalms 13:1–6: "How long, Lord? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me?" David’s words remind us of something powerful—even strong believers experience seasons where God feels distant. But silence does not mean God is absent, and it certainly does not mean He has abandoned you. This episode focuses on what it means to hold onto God when you don’t feel Him, and how to maintain faith when emotions don’t match what you believe. We walk through four key truths: ✨ Silence doesn’t mean absence Just because you don’t hear God doesn’t mean He isn’t present. God is still working, still moving, and still near—even in the quiet. ✨ Ask yourself: Is God really silent? Sometimes God has already spoken through His Word, previous instructions, or past confirmations. The question may not be whether God is speaking—but whether we are listening or remembering. ✨ You need faith beyond your feelings Feelings are real, but they are not always reliable. Faith calls us to stand on truth, even when emotions say otherwise. ✨ Trust God when you can’t trace Him You may not understand what God is doing, but you can trust who He is. His character remains consistent—even when His actions are not fully visible. In seasons of silence, doubt can creep in. Questions can rise. You may wonder if God hears you, sees you, or cares about what you’re going through. But this episode reminds you: God is not distant. God is not absent. God is not ignoring you. Sometimes silence is a space where God is building deeper trust, refining your faith, and teaching you to rely on Him beyond what you can feel. If you’ve been experiencing:  Spiritual dryness  Unanswered prayers  Emotional distance from God  Confusion about your next step  A season where God feels quiet This episode is for you. Because faith isn’t just trusting God when you hear Him clearly. It’s trusting Him when you hear nothing at all. And even in silence, God is still faithful. — 🎧 Listen all the way through and allow God to meet you in the quiet.

    35 min
  2. Faith In The Midst Of Everyday Challenges

    MAR 17

    Faith In The Midst Of Everyday Challenges

    Faith to Forgive  🎤 Special Guest: Lady Jeri Prather Life is filled with everyday challenges that test our faith in ways we often don’t expect. Sometimes the greatest test of faith is not found in dramatic moments, but in the quiet battles of the heart—especially when we have been hurt by others. In this episode of FaithFinder, we turn to the promise found in Book of Isaiah 41:10: "Do not fear [anything], for I am with you; Do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, be assured I will help you; I will certainly take hold of you with My righteous right hand." One of the most difficult expressions of faith is learning to forgive when the pain feels justified and the offense feels unfair. Forgiveness can feel impossible when wounds run deep, trust has been broken, or justice seems absent. In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, special guest Lady Jeri Prather shares her personal insights and experiences about choosing forgiveness through faith. She explains that forgiveness is not always fair, and it doesn’t always feel deserved. Yet through the grace of Jesus Christ, forgiveness becomes a pathway to true freedom. Together, we explore: ✨ Why forgiveness is one of the most challenging acts of faith ✨ The difference between forgiveness and excusing wrongdoing ✨ How holding onto bitterness quietly damages our spiritual health ✨ Why forgiveness is often a process, not a single moment ✨ How God strengthens us to forgive when we cannot do it on our own ✨ The freedom that comes when we release pain into God’s hands Lady Jeri Prather speaks openly about how forgiveness has shaped her faith journey and how choosing to release hurt allowed God to bring healing and peace that could not be found in holding onto the past. Forgiveness does not mean the pain was acceptable. It does not erase what happened. And it does not mean trust is instantly restored. What forgiveness does is release the weight of unforgiveness, prevents bitterness from taking root, and place justice in God’s hands. Through the strength God promises in Isaiah 41:10, we are reminded that we do not face difficult situations alone. God walks with us, strengthens us, and empowers us to respond in ways that reflect His heart—even when it feels difficult. If you have ever struggled with: • Letting go of hurt • Releasing resentment • Forgiving someone who never apologized • Finding peace after betrayal • Trusting God to heal emotional wounds This episode will encourage and challenge you to step toward freedom. Because forgiveness may not always feel fair, but through faith it opens the door to healing, restoration, and spiritual freedom in Christ.

    43 min
  3. Faith In Waiting

    MAR 10

    Faith In Waiting

    Waiting can be one of the hardest seasons of faith. We pray. We believe. We hope. Yet the answer doesn’t come when we expect it. In this episode of FaithFinder, we explore the powerful promise found in Book of Isaiah 40:31: But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] will gain new strength; they will lift up their wings like eagles, they will run and not become weary, they will walk and not grow tired. Waiting is often misunderstood. Many people think waiting means doing nothing, but biblical waiting is active. It’s trusting God even when the outcome hasn’t appeared yet. It’s remaining faithful when the timeline stretches longer than expected. In this episode, we unpack what it means to live with faith in the waiting season, including: ✨ Waiting without becoming bitter ✨ What God may be building within you during the wait ✨ How God is often working behind the scenes in ways we cannot see ✨ Staying faithful in the in-between moments ✨ Trusting God’s timing when your expectations feel delayed Waiting seasons can test our patience, challenge our trust, and expose areas of our hearts that still struggle to surrender control. It’s easy to become discouraged when the breakthrough hasn’t come yet. But what if the waiting season is actually a place of preparation? Sometimes God is strengthening your character. Sometimes He is aligning circumstances. Sometimes He is protecting you from moving too soon. And sometimes He is preparing you for something bigger than you imagined. Waiting does not mean God has forgotten you. Often, what feels like silence or delay is actually divine preparation happening behind the scenes. Faith in waiting means continuing to trust God’s promises, continuing to obey His Word, and continuing to walk with Him even when you cannot yet see the full picture. If you are currently waiting for: • Direction • Healing • Restoration • Opportunity • A breakthrough in prayer • Clarity about your next step This episode will encourage you to stay faithful during the in-between. Because the waiting season is not wasted when it is placed in God’s hands. Faith doesn’t only grow when prayers are answered quickly. Faith often grows the most while we are learning how to wait.

    35 min
  4. Faith When Plans Change

    MAR 3

    Faith When Plans Change

    Life doesn’t always unfold the way we planned it. Doors close. Opportunities shift. Relationships change. Dream timelines get delayed. And in those moments, we’re faced with a question: Will we trust God’s plan over our own? In this episode of FaithFinder, we anchor ourselves in the truth of Book of Psalms 37:23 (AMP): "The steps of a [good and righteous] man are directed and established by the Lord, And He delights in his way [and blesses his path]." If God directs our steps, what happens when the direction looks nothing like what we expected? This episode dives deep into: ✨ Trusting God when life shifts unexpectedly  ✨ Understanding the tension between God’s plan vs. our plan  ✨ Letting go of control without losing faith  ✨ Surrendering to God’s will even when it feels uncomfortable  ✨ Learning to see redirection as protection Sometimes what feels like disruption is actually divine direction. We often grieve what didn’t happen — not realizing God may have been protecting us from something we couldn’t see. A closed door may not be rejection. It may be redirection. A delay may not be denial. It may be development. Faith when plans change requires: • Trust without full explanation • Obedience without full clarity • Peace without full understanding And that kind of faith doesn’t happen accidentally — it’s cultivated. In this episode, we explore how control can quietly compete with trust. We talk about the subtle ways we try to manage outcomes, timelines, and expectations — and how surrender invites God to establish our steps instead. If you are navigating: A career shiftA ministry redirectionA relationship changeA relocationA closed opportunityA dream that looks different than you imaginedThis episode will strengthen you. Because when God establishes your steps, He is not confused about your future. He delights in your path — even when you don’t fully understand it. Faith isn’t proven when everything goes according to plan. Faith is revealed when the plan changes. — 🎧 Listen all the way through and reflect on where God may be redirecting you. 💬 Comment below:  Have you ever experienced redirection that later proved to be protection? 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Share with someone navigating an unexpected life shift.

    24 min
  5. Faith That Move Through Obedience

    FEB 24

    Faith That Move Through Obedience

    🎤 Special Guest: Lady Jamie Vinson In this powerful and deeply transparent episode of FaithFinder, we explore a foundational truth of active faith through 1 Samuel 15:22: "To obey is better than sacrifice." Obedience is not just a spiritual suggestion — it is the pathway through which faith moves. In this episode, we are joined by special guest Lady Jamie Vinson, who shares her personal testimony of choosing to obey God immediately, exactly, and with great delight — even when it cost her something. Because here’s the truth many don’t talk about: Obedience often comes with loss. Loss of comfort. Loss of relationships. Loss of familiarity. Loss of personal plans. Loss of reputation. But obedience also brings alignment, peace, clarity, and spiritual elevation. Lady Vinson shares how God called her to step away from what was comfortable and secure — and how saying “yes” to God required faith that moved beyond feelings. She speaks candidly about the grief that can accompany obedience, and the spiritual maturity that grows from it. This episode will challenge you. Because active faith isn’t just believing. It’s moving. It’s responding. It’s surrendering your will to God’s — even when you don’t see the full picture. Faith that does not obey remains stagnant. Faith that obeys becomes transformative. If you’ve been wrestling with: A difficult instruction from GodLetting go of something familiarFear of what obedience might costConfusion about next stepsDelayed decisions you know you need to makeThis episode is for you. God is not looking for impressive sacrifice. He’s looking for surrendered obedience. And sometimes, the greatest act of faith is simply saying, “Yes, Lord.” — 🎧 Listen all the way through — Lady Vinson’s testimony will strengthen and stretch your faith. — 💬 Comment below:  What is one area where God is calling you to obey immediately? 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Share this episode with someone who needs the courage to say yes to God.

    50 min
  6. Renewing Your Mind Daily

    FEB 17

    Renewing Your Mind Daily

    In this powerful episode of FaithFinder, we dive deep into what it truly means to renew your mind daily through the lens of 2 Corinthians 10:5. Scripture tells us to “cast down imaginations and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, and bring every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ.” But what does that actually look like in real life? Renewing your mind isn’t just positive thinking.  It’s spiritual warfare.  It’s intentional obedience.  It’s choosing God’s truth over your emotions, your past, your fears, and the lies the enemy whispers. In this episode, we unpack: ✨ What it means to “take every thought captive” ✨ How negative thought patterns quietly shape your faith ✨ Why mind renewal is a daily discipline — not a one-time decision ✨ The connection between your thoughts and your spiritual authority ✨ Practical steps to align your mindset with God’s Word You’ll learn how powerful thoughts are and how they can either uplift or cripple your faith. The conversation includes practical techniques for combatting negative thoughts and the significance of positive affirmations. And most importantly, you’ll walk away with a practical roadmap for renewing your mind every single day with a mental reset exercise. Because faith doesn’t grow in a mind filled with chaos.  Faith grows in a mind trained in truth. If you’ve been battling: OverthinkingFear of failureComparisonSpiritual doubtNegative self-talkEmotional instabilityThis episode is for you. God cares about your thought life.  And transformation begins there. 🧠 When you change your thinking, you change your direction.  🔥 When you renew your mind, you strengthen your faith. — 🎧 Listen all the way through and take notes — this one is transformational. 💬 Comment below:  What thought have you been battling that you need to take captive? 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Share with someone who needs this reminder. #FaithFinder #RenewYourMind #ActiveFaith #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualGrowth #MindRenewal #TakeEveryThoughtCaptive

    25 min

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Faithfinder is a journey to understand faith, live it daily, and grow the measure God placed within you. Each episode guides you through real-life challenges, biblical truths, and practical steps to strengthen your walk with God.