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After six months of waiting, uncertainty, and deep personal stretching, this episode is a reflection on what God builds in the “in-between.” I share honestly about the challenges of job loss, the silence that followed, and how that season became one of the most transformative times in my faith. This isn’t just about finally stepping into a new role; it’s about learning to trust God when nothing makes sense, discovering the power of patience, and recognizing His faithfulness through it all. If you’re in a season of waiting, wondering, or holding on, my hope is that this conversation encourages you to stay faithful, lean in, and trust that God is working, even when you can’t see it.
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Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…
I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.
And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.
Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.
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This Good Friday episode is an invitation to slow down and unplug. Consider it a personal moment of reflection; a quiet pause to sit with the cross, examine your faith, and turn your attention fully toward Jesus. Before rushing to the empty tomb, we take time to remain at the foot of the cross and ask what it truly means to follow a crucified King.
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Is God still working when life feels delayed?
In the final episode of The In-Between, Steven explores one of the most powerful truths of the Christian walk: God provides according to His perfect timing; His Kairos, not our calendar. When doors stay closed, opportunities take longer than expected, and life feels stuck, it’s easy to believe that nothing is happening. But Scripture tells a very different story.
This episode dives deep into what it means to trust God’s timing, embrace your purpose while you wait, and understand that a delay is not a denial. Steven shares personal reflections from his own season of unemployment, highlighting how God provides peace, clarity, strength, and direction long before circumstances shift.
Through key passages like Galatians 6:9, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Philippians 1:6, and Isaiah 60:22, this conversation anchors listeners in the hope that God is always working behind the scenes, preparing, shaping, and positioning us for the right moment.
🔹 In this episode you’ll learn:
• The difference between Chronos (our timing) and Kairos (God’s timing)
• Why delays in life don’t mean God has denied your purpose
• How to recognize God’s provision in subtle, everyday ways
• What it means to live with purpose even in seasons of uncertainty
• A practical way to track God’s faithfulness while you wait
If you’re navigating uncertainty, waiting for a breakthrough, or wondering how God is using this season of your life, this episode will remind you that your story is not on pause, you are being prepared for the appointed time.
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Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…
I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.
And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.
Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.
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What do you do when you’ve prayed, applied, waited… and still nothing changes?

In Episode 3 of The In-Between, Steven explores one of the hardest parts of any transition: the long, silent season of waiting. When job applications go unanswered, opportunities stall, and doors stay closed, it’s easy to wonder if God sees you... or if He’s still working at all.
This episode takes an honest look at the emotional and spiritual challenges of waiting, especially during unemployment or major life uncertainty. Drawing from powerful Scriptures like Isaiah 40:31, Psalm 27:13–14, Lamentations 3:22–23, and Romans 5:3–5, Steven unpacks how God uses the wilderness not to punish us, but to prepare us.
🔹 In this episode you’ll learn:
• Why waiting seasons feel so heavy and why they matter
• What the Bible teaches about patience, perseverance, and spiritual growth
• How God strengthens us in the waiting, not just after
• Practical ways to stay grounded when hope feels distant
• How to trust God when it seems like nothing is happening
If you’re feeling stuck, discouraged, overlooked, or spiritually drained during a long season of waiting, this episode will remind you that you’re not forgotten—God is working even in the silence.
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Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…
I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.
And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.
Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.
Support the show
Questions or comments can be sent to [email protected]

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What happens when the role you’ve held for years suddenly disappears?
In Episode 2 of The In-Between, Steven opens up about the internal struggle that follows job loss; the battle for identity. When your daily work, creative output, or leadership role is stripped away, it’s easy to wonder: Who am I now? Do I still matter?
This honest, hope-filled conversation explores why losing a job hits so hard at the soul level and how God uses seasons of transition to rebuild our identity on something unshakeable. Through foundational Scriptures like Ephesians 2:10, Colossians 3:3, Psalm 23:1, and John 15:5, Steven reveals how your worth is rooted in who God says you are, not what you produce.
🔹 In this episode you’ll learn:
• Why unemployment often triggers an identity crisis
• How to rediscover who you are beyond your job or title
• What the Bible teaches about identity, purpose, and worth
• How God uses transitions to dismantle false identities
• A practical way to rebuild your identity with Scripture
If you’re dealing with job loss, career uncertainty, burnout, or feelings of inadequacy, this episode will remind you that your identity is secure—even when your circumstances are not.
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Hey friends, this has been on my heart for a long time…
I’ve wanted to add a charity component to The Nook Podcast—a way for this community to rally together and actually make a difference in the lives of hurting people.
And I can’t think of a better recipient than Crisis Aid International.
Together, we can be the light in the darkest places.
Support the show
Questions or comments can be sent to [email protected]

Join The Nook Facebook page!

Steven's Social Media:
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Your financial support means so much!
Venmo: @Steven-Murphy-111