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Failure has a way of making us question everything, our calling, our obedience, and whether we heard God correctly in the first place. In this episode of Witness the Wonder, Pastor Duke White Jr. shares his honest journey through seasons that felt like failure, disappointment, and emotional isolation, even while continuing to lead and serve others. Duke opens up about investing years into a vision that didn’t unfold the way he expected, wrestling with fear and identity, and learning what God was actually doing in the space between fear, failure, and faith. Together, we explore why failure often feels like disqualification, how comparison distorts our understanding of calling, and what God reveals when outcomes don’t match expectations. We also talk about why surrender and community matter more than appearances, and how God can still be at work when the story feels unfinished. If you’ve ever wondered whether failure means you missed God, this conversation offers clarity, perspective, and hope. Season 2 PartnerMany people are asking how to protect what they’ve worked so hard to build, especially in seasons of economic uncertainty. Birch Gold helps individuals diversify their savings with physical gold and silver.Learn more or request your free information kit at ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Interview Guest Pastor Duke White Jr. is the co-founder of the Goodvue Network and also hosts Real Life with Duke White. You can watch Witness the Wonder and Real Life with Duke White on your smart TV by downloading the Goodvue app on Roku, Apple TV, or Amazon Fire TV. If this episode encouraged you, follow the show so you don’t miss future conversations. If you have a moment, leaving a review or sharing it with someone who needs it really helps these stories reach more people. God is always at work in your story.

What do you hold onto when everything else is stripped away? In this powerful episode of Witness the Wonder, Charlene Quint shares her story of leaving a 21 year abusive marriage, losing nearly everything she once relied on, and discovering that God was still there when nothing else remained. Charlene opens up about the faith it took to walk away, the painful realities many women face in silence, and how God worked behind the scenes to bring healing, provision, and purpose out of devastation. Now a family law attorney, advocate, and author, she helps women recognize abuse, find safety, and rebuild their lives with clarity and hope. This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt alone, misunderstood, or unsure how God fits into seasons of deep loss, and for leaders who want to respond with wisdom, compassion, and truth. God is always at work in your story, even when He feels like all you have left. 👤 FEATURED GUEST Charlene Quint Family law attorney, advocate, and author of Overcoming the Narcissist, Sociopath, Psychopath, and Other Domestic Abusers 🌐 Website: https://www.abusecare.org 📘 Link to Purchase Charlene's Book: https://amzn.to/45uhhsS 🤝 BIRCH GOLD PARTNER Concerned about protecting what you have worked hard to build? Get Birch Gold’s FREE Information Kit and learn how physical gold and silver may help diversify your savings. https://www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 🔔 SUPPORT THE PODCAST Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement todayFollow Witness the Wonder so you do not miss future storiesLeave us a Review or comment.Help us share more stories by becoming a partner of the podcast at ChristinaSmithOfficial.com

In Part 2 of Chelsea Fain’s story, she shares how God met her after divorce, loss, church hurt, and a life-threatening medical crisis, and how He began revealing where He had been in every painful season she walked through. This episode is for anyone who has trusted God and still found themselves walking through loss, trauma, divorce, or unanswered questions. Through healing, reflection, and Scripture, Chelsea shares how God uses our difficult seasons not to punish, but to transform us. If you have ever wondered whether God was truly with you in your hardest moments, this conversation may help you see your story differently. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES 📘 Buy Chelsea Fain’s Bookhttps://a.co/d/3yPDe87 🌐 Episode resources & guest infohttps://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 🥇 Birch Gold Group FREE INFO KIThttps://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com

What do you do when God is warning you, but everything in you wants to move forward anyway? In this episode of Witness the Wonder, Chelsea Fain shares the part of her story where faith became deeply personal. Not because things worked out, but because they did not. From ignoring red flags and spiritual warnings to walking through abuse, prayer filled endurance, and the painful decision to leave, this conversation reveals how God’s voice often becomes clearer in the hardest seasons. This episode is for anyone who has ever wondered if they missed God’s direction and is still carrying the weight of that decision. You may recognize yourself in this story. This conversation explores what it means to remain obedient when the cost is deeply painful, and why God does not waste even the most difficult chapters of our lives. 🔗 LINKS 📘 Buy Chelsea Fain’s bookhttps://a.co/d/11neoiX 🌐 Christina Smith Officialhttps://www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 🤝 Episode partner Birch Gold Grouphttps://www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 🤝 SUPPORT WITNESS THE WONDER If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who may be trusting God through a difficult season. Leaving a review helps these stories reach the people who need them most. If you would like to support Witness the Wonder and help these conversations continue, you can find ways to support the show at https://www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com

What if the lack of peace or joy you’re feeling isn’t because you’re doing too little — but because you’re doing things God never asked you to carry? In this Season 2 premiere of Witness the Wonder, Christina Smith is joined by John "JR" Rennie, founder of Brushfire Ministry and author of Divine Design, for an honest and hope-filled conversation about alignment, identity, and purpose. JR shares how God used loss, waiting, and surrender to strip away false identity and reveal calling. Together, they explore how living in alignment with God’s design leads to clarity, peace, joy, and lasting fruit. This episode covers: God stories behind calling and purposeWhy alignment matters more than strivingHow humility and obedience shape spiritual growthRecognizing when you’re living out of alignmentFinding joy even in difficult seasons 🔗 Free Spiritual Gifts Assessment — Brushfire Ministrieshttps://www.brushfires-digital.com/link/LZwtmm?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.brushfires-digital.com%2Fclient-access Affiliate link at no extra cost to you. To connect with Christina, access episode-related resources, or get the free Birch Gold Information Kit, visit ChristinaSmithOfficial.com. New episodes of Witness the Wonder release weekly. Subscribe and follow to hear more stories of how God is always at work in our lives.

Before you set goals for 2026, ask God this question: “What do You want my 2026 to look like?” If you’re thinking about New Year’s resolutions for 2026, this Season 1 finale of Witness the Wonder will help you shift from pressure filled plans to God led vision. In this episode, Christina Smith shares a Christian New Year’s message about inviting God into your planning process, then rewinds the top 5 audience favorite moments from Season 1. We talk about: Jeremiah 29:11 and trusting God’s plans for hope and a future Habakkuk 2:2 and what it really means to write the vision and make it plain Why God led vision brings freedom instead of pressure Then we count down the top 5 audience favorite stories from Season 1, powerful reminders that God gets the final say and that He is always at work in our story. You’ll hear moments of: Redemption and surrender Jesus reaching people through dreams Loss and God’s nearness Obedience when outcomes are not immediate A jaw dropping testimony of being raised from the dead Christina also shares her heart for 2026 and what God is stirring for the future of Witness the Wonder. Season 2 begins next week. Subscribe so you don’t miss what’s ahead. To stay updated and hear about future Wonder Story Live events, visit ChristinaSmithOfficial.com and join the email list. #witnessthewonder#witnessthewonder#christianpodcast#newyearsresolutions#faithbasedpodcast#2026#2026plans#2026resolutions#godstories#trustgod#christianencouragement#testimony#jeremiah2911#habakkuk22#godsplan#christianinspiration#faithjourney#godisworking#seasonfinale#MiracleStories

In this special Christmas Miracle episode of Witness the Wonder, host Christina Smith is joined by Anne Day and Angel Faulk to share real stories of how God showed up during some of their most difficult Christmas seasons. Anne shares her journey through financial hardship, adoption uncertainty, and a life-altering medical diagnosis. In the middle of fear and unanswered questions, God provided in exact and unexpected ways through community, provision, and peace. Angel shares a deeply personal Christmas miracle following the loss of her first child. In a moment she never asked for, God brought comfort and reassurance from heaven, reminding her that He sees every longing of the heart. Christina also shares her own Christmas miracle. During a season of financial struggle, God provided through others and taught her the humility of receiving with gratitude when pride wanted to resist. Together, these stories remind us that miracles do not always come the way we expect, but God is always present, always faithful, and always at work in our story. In this episode, we talk about: • Trusting God when the situation feels impossible • God’s provision during financial uncertainty • Adoption, fear, and faith colliding • The power of community and answered prayer • Comfort from heaven in seasons of loss • Learning how to receive with humility when pride wants to resist • Why gratitude opens the door to miracles If you are believing for a Christmas miracle, whether it is provision, comfort, peace, or hope, this episode is for you. 🛡️ AFFILIATE PARTNERSHIP - BIRCH GOLDIf you are looking for a way to protect your savings in uncertain times, Birch Gold offers options to diversify with physical gold and silver. Learn more here: 👉 ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 💛 SUPPORT THE PODCAST If Witness the Wonder encourages you, consider supporting the show. Your support helps keep these stories of faith and hope going. 👉 ChristinaSmithOfficial.com/witness-the-wonder 🙏 MY PRAYER FOR YOU God, for every listener longing for a miracle this Christmas, I ask that You meet them right where they are. Provide where there is lack. Bring comfort where there is grief. Give peace where fear has taken hold. Remind them that You see them, You hear them, and You are near. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 🔗 CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA Website: ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Follow Witness the Wonder on YouTube and social media:@WitnessTheWonder ⭐ God is always at work in your story.

Lisa Edmonds grew up a Southern Baptist preacher’s kid… but trauma at fifteen sent her down a dark path she never imagined. What began as hidden pain spiraled into cutting, alcohol and drug addiction, witchcraft, and a homosexual lifestyle. For decades, she ran from God —angry, numb, and convinced He had abandoned her. But in 2024, everything changed. After decades of darkness, Lisa surrendered — and Jesus met her in a supernatural encounter that broke every chain and rewrote her entire story. In this powerful conversation, Lisa shares:• How trauma opened the door to addiction• How witchcraft gained influence in her life• What living a double life did to her identity• Her battle with self-harm and suicide• The moment Jesus physically intervened• Her deliverance, sobriety, and restored identity If you need hope, freedom, or a reminder that no one is beyond God’s reach — this story is for you. 📖 If You Need a Bible Lisa offered to send a free physical Bible to anyone who doesn’t have one. Email your mailing information to: [email protected] 💛 Support Witness the Wonder If this episode encouraged you, would you consider supporting the podcast?Give here: ChristinaSmithOfficial.com/witness-the-wonder 🙌 A Prayer for You Jesus, for every listener longing for freedom, I ask that You do for them what You did for Lisa. Break every chain of addiction, trauma, witchcraft, confusion, and bondage. Silence every lie of the enemy and fill them with Your peace, Your truth, and Your presence. Restore what was stolen and lead them into the freedom only You can give. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen. ✝️ Prayer to Receive Jesus If you’re ready to surrender your life to Jesus like Lisa did, you can pray this right now: “Jesus, I need You. I’m tired of doing life on my own. I believe You are the Son of God, that You died for my sins, and that You rose again. Today, I surrender everything to You; my past, my mistakes, my pain, and my whole life. Please forgive me, wash me clean, and make me new. I choose to follow You from this moment forward. Thank You for loving me, for saving me, and for never giving up on me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.” 🔗 Connect with Christina Smith Website & Free Resources: ChristinaSmithOfficial.com YouTube & Socials: @WitnessTheWonder 🛡️ Protect Your Future with Birch Gold Looking for a way to protect your savings in uncertain times?Request your free info kit: ChristinaSmithOfficial.com ⭐ And Remember: God is always at work in your story. #ChristianTestimony#Deliverance#JesusSaves#SetFree#FreedomInChrist#WitchcraftTestimony#AddictionRecovery#WitnessTheWonder #HomosexualLifestyle #Homosexuality

When Deena hit her breaking point, she discovered something she never expected—God didn’t change her situation… He changed her instead. In this powerful continuation of her story, Deena opens up about burnout, emotional exhaustion, surrender, identity, and the slow rebuilding process that transformed her from the inside out. Her honesty will speak to anyone walking through a season they didn’t expect or don’t feel strong enough to carry.“ My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9 (ESV) In this episode: • The breaking point that led to transformation• How stress and burnout impact the body and spirit• Why masking pain leads to deeper exhaustion• What surrender really looks like• The story behind Specially Empowered Moms• How God prepares us long before we realize it• Encouragement for anyone walking through the unexpected Connect with Deena:speciallyempoweredmoms.comYouTube & Socials: @speciallyempoweredmoms Connect with Christina: ChristinaSmithOfficial.comYouTube & Socials: @WitnessTheWonder 💛 Support the Show If this episode encouraged you, would you consider supporting the podcast? You can give here:  ChristinaSmithOfficial.com/witnessthewonder 🛡️ Protect Your Future with Birch Gold Looking for a way to protect your savings in uncertain times?Request your free info kit from Birch Gold here: ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 🙏  A Prayer for You Lord, for every listener who feels overwhelmed, exhausted, or at the end of themselves, I ask that You meet them right where they are. Remind them that Your grace is enough, Your strength is made perfect in their weakness, and You are already at work in their story. Bring peace, clarity, and hope into every place that feels heavy.Amen. Thank you for listening and sharing — every subscription helps us spread hope to those who need it. Remember: God is always at work in your story. #WitnessTheWonder #FaithStories #TrueStory #ChristianPodcast #Parenting #SpecialNeedsMom #Parenting Support #DownSyndrome #inspirational #encouragement #speciallyEmpoweredmoms

What do you do when the life you planned suddenly shifts? In this powerful episode of Witness the Wonder, Christina Smith sits down with Deena Trocino, founder of SpeciallyEmpoweredMoms.com, who shares how a surprise pregnancy at 42 and a Down syndrome diagnosis at birth completely changed the trajectory of her life, her ministry, and her family. From leading a thriving youth outreach to navigating unexpected grief, identity shifts, and a new calling she never saw coming—Deena’s story is honest, raw, and full of God’s faithfulness in the unexpected. If your life feels “off script,” this episode will remind you: God is still writing the story. What We Talk About When your plans and God’s plans collideRunning a youth center for at-risk teens for nearly 20 yearsThe shock of pregnancy at 42The silent delivery room and the Down syndrome diagnosisBecoming an advocate overnightThe hidden grief of losing the life you thought you’d haveThe toll on ministry, marriage, and her older childrenHow God reoriented her identity and callingEncouragement for parents walking through difficult seasons ✨ Scripture Romans 8:28 (ESV) “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good…” 🔔 Stay Connected Website: ChristinaSmithOfficial.com YouTube & Social: @witnessthewonder Contact / Speaking Requests: Via ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 💛 Connect with Deena Trocino YouTube & Socials: @SpeciallyEmpoweredMoms Website: SpeciallyEmpoweredMoms.com 💰 Birch Gold To learn how to protect your retirement with physical gold and silver, go to ChristinaSmithOfficial.com and click the Birch Gold link to get your FREE INFO KIT.  🙌 Support the Podcast Visit ChristinaSmithOfficial.com for ways to support the show, find more resources, and join the community. And remember… God is always at work in your story.

In this special Thanksgiving episode of Witness the Wonder, we’re talking about altars of gratitude — the moments where we pause to remember what God has done. In Scripture, God’s people built altars as reminders of His faithfulness. They were altars built to mark the places where He met them, strengthened them, or carried them through. Today, we don’t build stone altars anymore, but we still need reminders of what God has done so we can hold onto hope when life feels uncertain. This is also my first solo episode of Witness the Wonder, and I’m grateful to share it with you. It feels meaningful that this moment is anchored in gratitude and remembering what God has done. ✨ In this episode, you’ll hear: • What altars of gratitude are and why the Israelites built them • How remembering strengthens your faith today • The anonymous check taped to our door during a financial crisis • How God met me personally through a small yellow-and-black bird • How your Thanksgiving table can become a place of remembrance • Why looking back helps you trust God for what’s ahead • Why your story has power to inspire and encourage others If you’re in a season where you need encouragement, hope, or reassurance that God is still working — this episode will help you remember the places He met you before so you can trust Him for what’s ahead. 📖 Scripture References • Joshua 4 — Stones of remembrance • 1 Samuel 7:12 — “Ebenezer: thus far the Lord has helped us” • Genesis 28 — Jacob’s encounter at Bethel • Isaiah 38 — Hezekiah’s prayer and God’s response • Psalm 77:11 — “I will remember the deeds of the Lord” ❤️ Thanksgiving Blessing As you gather with the people you love, may your home be filled with joy, peace, and reminders of how faithful God has been this year. Happy Thanksgiving, friends — and remember, God is always at work in your story. 🪙 BIRCH GOLD Looking for a way to protect your savings in uncertain times? Birch Gold makes it simple to diversify your portfolio with gold and silver. To learn more and get your FREE INFO KIT 👉 Visit: ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 🙌 SUPPORT WITNESS THE WONDER If this podcast blesses you and you'd like to partner with the ministry, you can give here: 👉 ChristinaSmithOfficial.com/witnessthewonder 🎤 BOOK CHRISTINA TO SPEAK OR BE A GUEST If you’d like me to speak at your event, church, women’s gathering, or be a guest on your podcast, you can connect with me here:👉 ChristinaSmithOfficial.com (use the contact form) 📺 Subscribe for more God stories, testimonies, and conversations of faith: All Streaming and Social Media Platforms: @witnessthewonder ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 — Welcome + Thanksgiving Introduction 01:02 — Travel Reflections & Unexpected Ministry Moments 03:49 — What Are Altars of Gratitude? 06:10 — Biblical Examples of Altars 08:24 — Why We Need to Remember What God Has Done 08:33 — Birch Gold Sponsor (Ad #1) 09:49 — The Story Behind Isaiah 38 10:55 — The Anonymous Check on Our Door 15:54 — When the Story Didn’t Go How We Expected 18:54 — Birch Gold Sponsor (Ad #2) 19:10 — A Personal Encounter With God’s Love (The Tree & the Bird) 23:02 — What Altars Has God Built in Your Life? 24:50 — How to Create Modern-Day Altars 25:55 — A Thanksgiving Invitation for Your Family Table 27:50 — Final Blessing: You Are Loved, Seen & Not Alone #WitnessTheWonder #GodStories #ChristianTestimony #AltarsOfGratitude #GodIsFaithful #RememberGodsFaithfulness #ChristianEncouragement #FaithInHardTimes #GratitudeStory #ThanksgivingMessage #ChristianYouTube #GodIsAtWork #EncouragementForToday #MiracleStory #ChristianPodcast #Thanksgiving #Thanksgiving2025 #Gratitude #Thankfulness #Godswonders

Grief shows up in unexpected moments — a memory, a place, even something as simple as a family event… especially during the holidays. In this Wonder Story Highlight, Heather O’Brien, host of the Heal with God Podcast, and I talk honestly about navigating grief, seasonal depression, and what it looks like to feel the emotion, process it, and keep moving forward without staying stuck. For years, I avoided grieving. I stayed busy, took care of others, and pushed my own tears aside. But as loss kept piling up, I realized I couldn’t outrun it anymore — I had to grieve. And in that journey, God met me with a closeness I didn’t even know to expect. In this conversation, we explore: • How grief shows up in everyday moments • Why avoiding grief keeps you stuck • What healthy grieving looks like • How to take negative thoughts captive before they pull you deeper • Why community matters when depression whispers “isolate” • The surprising connection between helping others and emotional healing • What the Bible actually says about comfort, mourning, and hope If you're walking through grief or depression, this highlight is for you. You’re not alone. There is hope. ✨ Watch full episodes on any streaming platform: YouTube • Goodvue Network • FaithfulStream.com • Spotify • Apple PodcastsSearch: Witness the Wonder — Christina Smith ✨ CONNECT WITH HEATHER O’BRIEN Prophetic Healing Workshop: https://heatherobrien.net/workshop Podcast: Heal With GodInstagram: @healwithgodpodcast ✨ CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA SMITH YouTube: https://youtube.com/@witnessthewonder Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: @witnessthewonder Website: https://www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/witnessthewonder 🤝 PARTNER WITH WITNESS THE WONDER If this highlight encouraged you, would you consider supporting the show? Your shares, reviews, and financial gifts help keep these stories going. Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=MKYXMV2Q4JS8U 💛 BIRCH GOLD FREE INFO KIT: Looking for a way to protect your savings in uncertain times?Birch Gold makes it simple to diversify with physical gold and silver.Get your free info kit at: https://www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com #grief #grieftips #griefsupport #depressionhelp #seasonaldepression #healingjourney #innerhealing #mentalhealthmatters #emotionalwellbeing #takeeverythoughtcaptive #choosingjoy #overcomingdepression #youarenotalone #healingispossible #holidaygrief #mindsetmatters #witnessTheWonder

Joy and grief—can they really exist together? During the holidays, grief often feels heavier, memories feel sharper, and the ache of who’s missing seems impossible to ignore. But what if joy doesn’t disappear in grief… what if it stands beside it? In today’s heartfelt conversation, Heather O’Brien (Heal With God Podcast) joins me, Christina Smith, as we talk honestly about navigating holiday grief, emotional triggers, and the unexpected moments where God brings light into our darkest seasons. I share a personal story from my own journey—hosting our annual family cookie night just five days after losing my mom. In that moment, I discovered something I didn’t know was possible: joy and grief can truly co-exist. God met me in both, and He wants to meet you there too. Together, we explore how to grieve on purpose, how to take your thoughts captive when emotions feel overwhelming, and how to honor your grief without losing your joy. If you’re facing the holidays with a heavy heart, this conversation offers comfort, clarity, and hope. God is close to the brokenhearted, and He is with you in every season—joyful or painful. 🌿 What We Cover • Why grief often intensifies around the holidays • What “fantasy grief” is and how it keeps us stuck • Taking your thoughts captive (2 Cor. 10:5) in emotional seasons • How to plan your grief instead of being overwhelmed by it • The power of choosing joy even when you’re hurting • Practical ways to support someone who is grieving • Healthy ways to avoid isolation when depression whispers “withdraw” • How God meets us—even in the hardest places 📖 Scriptures Mentioned Ecclesiastes 3:1 • 2 Corinthians 10:5 • Psalm 34:18 Philippians 4:8 • Romans 8:37 ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – “I choose joy.” 00:20 – Can joy & grief co-exist? 01:47 – Christina’s story: holidays after multiple losses 03:06 – Why grief hits harder during the holidays 05:19 – Grieving relationships that never became what you hoped 06:40 – “Fantasy grief” and the lies that accompany it 08:52 – How to grieve on purpose 10:44 – Taking thoughts captive in heavy seasons 14:42 – Cookie night five days after losing my mom 17:32 – Joy & grief as two sides of the same coin 20:35 – Preparing emotionally & spiritually for the holidays 22:44 – Supporting someone who is grieving 25:31 – Heather’s final encouragement 27:18 – Closing reminder: God is always at work 🤝 Partnership: Birch Gold Looking for a way to protect your savings in uncertain times? Birch Gold makes it simple to diversify with gold and silver. Get your free info kit at: https://www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com ✨ Connect with Heather O’Brien Prophetic Healing Workshops: heatherobrien.net/workshop Podcast: Heal With God ✨ Connect with Christina Smith, Host of Witness the Wonder YouTube: https://youtube.com/@witnessthewonder Instagram, Facebook & TikTok: @witnessthewonder Website: https://www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/witnessthewonder 💖 Partner with Witness the Wonder If these conversations have encouraged you, would you consider supporting the show? You can give by listening, sharing, reviewing, or financially partnering. Together, we’ll keep telling stories that remind the world: God is always at work in your story. Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=MKYXMV2Q4JS8U

Grief, seasonal depression, and hearing God’s voice—When God woke me at 2 A.M., I didn’t realize He was preparing me for what I couldn’t yet see and giving me a gift I didn’t know I’d need. One week later, a simple voicemail became a lifeline through loss—and a reminder that God is close to the brokenhearted. Guest host Heather O’Brien (Heal With God Podcast) joins me, Christina Smith, as I share my personal story. We talk about recognizing God’s voice and gentle nudges, walking through seasonal depression, and choosing community over isolation. If you’re grieving or dealing with depression this holiday season, this conversation offers Scripture, practical tools, and the comfort of God’s presence. 📖 Psalm 34:18 — “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” 🌿 What We Cover How God prepares us and speaks through quiet “nudges” Processing grief and seasonal depression with faith and scripture Taking thoughts captive (2 Cor 10:5) and refocusing our thoughts (Phil 4:8) Choosing community when depression says “withdraw” Why God feels closest in our hardest seasons 📖 Scriptures Mentioned 2 Corinthians 10:5; Philippians 4:8; Psalm 34:18; Romans 8:37; James 1:17 Chapters 00:00 Ministry, honesty, and depression 00:46 Birch Gold message 01:09 Welcome + why this episode is different 02:02 Handing the mic to Heather (guest host) 02:08 Setting the scene 02:19 God woke me at 2 A.M. 03:08 Calling my brother in the night 04:45 “I’ll call you back—don’t answer.” 05:32 The voicemail I’ll treasure forever 06:04 One week later: sudden loss 07:00 Seeing God’s fingerprints 08:37 “My sheep hear my voice.” 09:10 Learning to notice the gentle tap 09:43 The last-minute dinner with Grandma 11:13 A final family gift 12:48 Learning God’s voice personally 14:14 Birch Gold message 14:27 Holidays, seasonal depression, and grief 15:23 Learning to actually grieve 18:01 Everyday triggers and letting tears come 20:41 One takeaway for the heavy-hearted 21:22 Taking thoughts captive (2 Cor 10:5) 21:27 Training your focus (Phil 4:8) 21:56 Doing the opposite of isolation 22:52 Catching thoughts before they drop to the heart 23:19 Identity truths that fight the lies 24:57 Simple dopamine wins when you feel stuck 25:21 God is near the brokenhearted (Ps 34:18) 26:44 Every good and perfect gift (James 1:17) 27:41 Birch Gold + closing Partnership Birch Gold Looking for a way to protect your savings in uncertain times? Birch Gold makes it simple to diversify with gold and silver. To get your free info kit, visit: https://www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Connect with Christina Smith, Host of Witness the Wonder: 📺YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@WitnesstheWonder 📱TikTok, Instagram & Facebook: @witnessthewonder 🌐Website: ⁠https://www.christinasmithofficial.com⁠ 🤝Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/witnessthewonder⁠ 💖 Partner with Christina Smith and support Witness the Wonder If these conversations have blessed you, would you consider partnering with us? You can give your time (by listening, sharing, and writing a review), your talent (by using your creative gifts to spread the message), or your treasure (by giving financially). Together, we’ll keep telling stories that remind the world: God is always at work in your story. 👉 Donate here: ⁠ https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=MKYXMV2Q4JS8U⁠ #WitnessTheWonder #SeasonalDepression #depression #grief #griefsupport #GriefAndHealing #griefandloss #unexpectedgifts #depressionhelp #depressionawareness #overcomingdepression #HearingGod #godsvoice #hearinggodsvoice #mentalhealth #GodStories #truestory #Podcast #MiracleStories #FaithJourney #Encouragement #holidays #holiday #healwithgod #mentalhealthpodcast

Moments before her daughter’s car flipped multiple times, Emily Meacham sensed a quiet nudge from the Holy Spirit: “Speak protection over her.” Minutes later, the Life360 crash alert no parent wants to see lit up her phone. In this powerful continuation of the Faith on Impact story, Emily and her daughter Faith share how God’s peace and prompting before the crash became undeniable proof of His presence—revealing a testimony of His preparation, protection, and power. If you’ve ever prayed for your child’s safety or wrestled to trust God with what you cannot control, this episode will renew your faith that He goes before you and is always at work, even in the unseen moments. Scripture Philippians 4:7 — “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Watch Part 1: Faith on Impact | A True Story of God’s Protection Learn more: ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Sponsor Looking for a way to protect your savings in uncertain times? Birch Gold makes it simple to diversify with gold and silver. To get your free info kit, visit https://www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Chapters 00:00 “God just did a miracle.”00:23 The Life360 setup and the crash alert no parent wants01:07 Sponsor: Birch Gold01:20 Welcome and context for parents02:13 The morning nudge to pray protection04:37 How she knew it was the Holy Spirit06:12 Peace that does not come from circumstances07:17 Processing the trauma and choosing trust08:41 Refusing fear and rebuilding confidence to drive11:21 At the scene: calming others and testifying12:18 Letting go and trusting God with your child14:28 Sponsor: Birch Gold15:15 God prepares our hearts before crisis17:14 Encouragement for parents praying for their kids19:18 You are not praying alone20:25 Listening prayer and being led by the Spirit23:38 Praying God’s will and finding peace25:21 For helicopter parents: leaning into God’s peace26:41 Closing encouragement and promise for parents27:51 Sponsor: Birch Gold #WitnessTheWonder #parenting #prayer #prayerworks #truestory #miracle #MiracleStory #FaithStory #GodsProtection #Testimony #FaithBasedContent #HolySpirit #EverydayMiracles #christianpodcast #podcast #realstory #lifethreatening #crash #carcrash #carcrashes