Chasing Hard-Trusting God when life doesn't turn out the way you planned

Laurie Cook Lyons
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A podcast about trusting God, especially in hard times.

  1. 3D AGO

    Steps of Grief

    What do you do when life looks nothing like the picture you imagined? In today's episode, Laurie shares encouragement and Biblical truth for those seasons when life falls apart and the road takes an unexpected turn. Through scripture and life experience, you'll discover how God can use detours, disappointments, and even broken dreams to lead you into something new and beautiful.

    18 min

  2. AUG 20

    What is Going On?

    Join Laurie as she continues to talk about how losing an adult child is a sorrow beyond words, a tearing of the heart that feels unnatural and unbearable. Whether sudden or expected, it shatters the rhythm of life, leaving parents with an ache that doesn't fade. The grief is layered: missing the person the child was, mourning the future that will never be, and carrying the heavy silenceo of their absence. Friends and family often struggle to know what to say, but the bbbreatest bift is presence, listening, remembering andwalking gently alongside grieving parents.

    16 min

  3. AUG 13

    More About Kids

    Last week, Laurie talked about the hard times when it's your kid. This week, join Laurie as she continues talking about how to trust God when the issues you're trusting God with involves your adult kids.

    14 min

  4. AUG 6

    When It's Your Kid

    Join Laurie as she talks about the death of adult children. It's a hard topic. It got personal because of my job and relationships.

    13 min

  5. JUL 30

    I Need a Break

    Have you ever whispered to yourself, "I just need a break," while juggling deadlines, exhaustion and doctor's appointments? In this honest and heartfelt episode, Laurie shares her personal journey of recognizing the toll job stress takes on our health-physically, emotionally and spiritually. From unexpected medical wake-up calls to the quiet conviction that God doesn't call us to run ourselves into the ground, this episode is a gentle reminder that rest isn't weakness-it's wisdom. Listen in for encouragement, truth and a few signs it might be time to pause, breathe and listen to what your body and God are trying to tell you.

    10 min

  6. JUL 23

    When Life Feels Like a Roller Coaster

    Some seasons feel like one curve after another, with no time to catch your breath before the next climb or drop. In this episode, I talk about what it feels like to walk through those seasons, when a dear friend is facing a lot of health issues, when work feels heavy and when your heart feels tired from holding it all together. If you've ever whispered, "Lord, I can't take much more", this episode is for you.

    10 min

  7. JUL 16

    Faith Over Fear

    In this encouraging episode, Laurie Cook Lyons speaks directly to the Christian woman over 60 who feels called to begin again—but is battling fear, doubt, or overwhelm. Whether you're healing from past pain or just learning how to show up online, this 10-minute message reminds you that you are not too old and it's not too late. With Scripture, truth, and practical encouragement, Laurie will help you take that first faithful step—right where you are.

    10 min

  8. JUL 9

    When the Dream Dies but God Still Shows Up

    Join Laurie as she discusses having the dream, holding onto the dream, and the plans and prayers for as long as possible. But what happens when the time comes to let go? God still shows up. In fact, He was always there anyway.

    12 min
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