Ep. 24: Finding Gold in the Wilderness with Charley Laas

In this moving episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Charley Laas—a worship leader, vocal coach, and songwriter—to talk about doubt, identity, creativity, and the hard but holy journey of finding intimacy with God through pain. Charley vulnerably shares her story of growing up in a Christian home, encountering heartbreak and loss, and walking through a long wilderness season that ultimately led to deeper healing and a renewed sense of purpose.

Charley’s music flows from a place of authenticity, shaped by trauma, counseling, and quiet moments with the Lord. Whether you’ve questioned your faith, wrestled with purpose, or felt like you lost your voice in the process—this episode is for you.

Together, they explore what it means to be refined by God—not so we can prove ourselves, but so we can be reminded that we’ve always been valuable in His eyes.

 

 

What We Cover:

• Charley’s journey through faith, trauma, and transformation

• Her move from Washington to Texas and what it revealed about identity

• The struggle of staying faithful through doubt and deconstructing

• How songwriting became a tool for healing and emotional connection

• What it means to find God’s presence in the wilderness seasons

• The truth that we are gold before the refining even begins

 

 

Key Quotes:

“Does it have to make sense to be true?” “You’ve always been gold—valuable the moment God picked you up.”

 

 

Connect with Charley Laas:

🎶 Listen to her music: Spotify - Charley Laas 📲 Follow Charley on Instagram: @charleylaasmusic 💻 Visit: charleylaas.co for vocal coaching and more

Join the Conversation: How has God used everyday moments, like tending a garden, to speak to you? Share your thoughts with us in the Echos of Impact Facebook community!

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Take the Next Step:

• Ready to dig deeper into your purpose? Join The Woman’s Success Code! Learn more here.

• Want to work on personal growth? Schedule a complimentary Life Audit with Briana today: Book here.

If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to follow and leave a review. Your support helps us continue sharing inspiring stories like Callie’s.

Until next week, friends! 💛

 

 

 

Join the Conversation:

How are you finding God’s glory in your daily life? Share your thoughts with us on Instagram or in our Facebook group!:

• Follow us on Instagram: Podcast Instagram | Life Coaching Instagram

• Join our Facebook Group: Echos of Impact Community

 

 

Take the Next Step:

• Interested in joining The Woman’s Success Code? Discover how you can grow in faith, purpose, and community. Learn more here!

• Ready for a fresh start?  Schedule your complimentary Life Audit with Briana today.

If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to follow and leave a review. Your support helps us continue to share inspiring stories like Charley’s.

Until next week, friends! 💛