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Pastor Writer: Conversations on Reading, Writing, and the Christian Life

John Meador — God Grows Us Through Challenges

Apr 5, 2023
John Meador, lead pastor and author, discusses his new book 'God's Not Done With You.' He shares personal stories of adversity and the transformative power of challenges. The podcast explores biblical characters and their struggles, highlighting the importance of faith, redemption, and confession. Meador also reflects on his journey with alpha-gal disease and finding compassion for those with chronic conditions.
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Quick takeaways

  • Challenges in our lives can be used by God to shape and grow us.
  • Listening to God's guidance and embracing His plan, even when it seems unlikely or challenging, is essential for discovering our calling.

Deep dives

The Power of Challenges in Shaping Us

The podcast episode discusses how challenges, struggles, and adversities in our lives can be used by God to shape us and grow us. The guest, John Mater, shares his personal struggle with deafness and how it shaped him as a pastor. He emphasizes that God often uses challenges to mature and prepare us for His purposes. Mater's own story and the examples of biblical characters like Joseph and Moses demonstrate how going through trials can lead to personal growth and a deeper reliance on God.

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