Untangling Prayer with Rachel Wojo

• Jenny Marrs on Bold Prayer, Adoption & Open-Handed Faith : Trust God, Love People

  Have you ever prayed so desperately for something that it felt like a spiritual battle? In this episode, Rachel sits down with Jenny Marrs, co-star of HGTV's Fixer to Fabulous and mom of five, for an honest conversation about what happens when faith requires letting go. Jenny shares the raw story behind her family's adoption of their daughter Sylvie from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including the night she woke up gripped by fear, unable to breathe, and discovered God was answering her prayers in a way she never expected. Jenny's new book, Trust God, Love People: Stories of My Open-Handed Faith, invites readers to release control and trust God's plans, even when His timing doesn't match ours. In this conversation, she opens up about: The bold prayer that sustained her through years of waiting and uncertainty What "open-handed faith" actually looks like in the chaos of daily life How to love people generously without losing yourself or your family Why sitting around the table with people who are different from you matters The simple practice of remembering God's faithfulness that builds trust for the future Whether you're in a season of waiting, wrestling with surrender, or simply need encouragement to loosen your grip, Jenny's story will remind you that God is working even when you can't see His hand. Connect with Jenny Marrs: Book: Trust God, Love People (available wherever books are sold) HGTV: Fixer to Fabulous Season 7 airing Tuesdays at 8pm ET Mentioned in this episode: Desperate Prayers: Kindle is currently $1.99 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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• The Freedom of Surrender: Finding Peace When Letting Go Feels Impossible with Mary DeMuth

  Does surrender feel more like defeat than freedom? You're not alone. In this episode, Rachel sits down with author, literary agent, and artist Mary DeMuth to explore why letting go of what we tightly grip actually leads to the peace we're desperately seeking. Mary shares the personal journey behind her beautiful new illustrated devotional, The Freedom of Surrender, and opens up about her own struggles with control—including surrendering her past, disappointing relationships, and even her stubbornness. Through stunning original artwork and powerful metaphors, she shows us that surrender isn't saying "it's okay that it happened"—it's opening our hands and letting God carry what we were never meant to hold. In this episode, you'll discover: Why surrender brings peace instead of more stress How to let go of past hurts without letting go of justice The difference between controlling our lives and trusting God through suffering How trials deepen our prayer lives in unexpected ways Five powerful takeaways for finding freedom through surrender Whether you're gripping tightly to a relationship, a circumstance, or your own need for control, this conversation will encourage you to release it into God's capable hands—and discover the freedom waiting on the other side. Connect with Mary DeMuth: Website: marydemuth.com Free Gift: 12 phone lock screens featuring art from the book at marydemuth.com Resources Mentioned: The Freedom of Surrender devotional by Mary DeMuth (available wherever books are sold) Until next time, remember: God sees you, He hears you, and He knows your needs. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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• How to Give Thanks When You Don't Feel Thankful

  What do you do when everyone around you is posting grateful hearts and counting blessings, but you're just trying to get through the day? This Thanksgiving week, if your heart feels heavy instead of thankful, this episode is for you. You're not failing spiritually, and you're not alone. In this episode, Rachel explores what gratitude looks like in hard places—when life feels overwhelming, when chairs at your table are empty, when finances are tight, or when you're simply struggling to find words to pray. In This Episode, You'll Discover: Why gratitude isn't about manufacturing feelings, but about anchoring in truth The difference between "thank you FOR this" and "thank you IN this" (and why it matters) A 3-step prayer pattern for when you can't feel grateful but want to give thanks anyway What Habakkuk's prayer teaches us about defiant faith in desperate circumstances An answered prayer story about a broken oven and the provision that came when Rachel wasn't feeling particularly grateful Key Takeaway: God's faithfulness doesn't depend on your emotional response. You can bring your honest, heavy heart to Him and still choose thanksgiving—not for what's happening, but for who He is in the midst of it. Perfect for: Anyone facing their first holiday after loss, struggling with family dynamics, dealing with financial stress, or simply feeling guilty for not being more grateful this Thanksgiving. Resources Mentioned: Praying the Promises of God Prayer Journal - Get your free sampler at promisesprayerjournal.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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• Pray Like You and No One Else with Jaime Hampton from Praying Christian Women

  Ever felt guilty because your prayer life doesn't look like someone else's? Wonder if you're praying "wrong" because you fall asleep during quiet time or find traditional prayer routines boring? In this episode, Rachel sits down with Jaime Hampton, co-host of the Praying Christian Women podcast, for an honest conversation about prayer struggles women secretly face. Jaime shares her refreshing approach: "Pray Like You and No One Else"—developing a prayer life that works with your unique personality, not against it. In this episode, you'll discover: The two biggest prayer blocks women struggle with (and practical solutions) How to turn distractions into prayer opportunities instead of feeling defeated Why your hormonal cycles can be a prayer superpower, not a weakness How to overcome comparison and prayer guilt The truth about spiritual warfare and your authority as a believer What to do when your prayers feel like they're hitting the wall Jaime opens up about seasons when God felt distant, shares the power of "praise warfare" when nothing seems to be working, and reminds us that even our tears can be prayers when we don't have words. Whether you're exhausted from trying to maintain someone else's prayer routine or wondering if God still hears you, this conversation will give you fresh permission to connect with God as the unique woman He created you to be. Connect with Jaime: Website: PrayingChristianWomen.com Podcast: Praying Christian Women Podcast with Life Audio Mentioned in this episode: Episode 359 of Praying Christian Women: Prayer and Your Hormonal Cycle Free Prayer Class on Ephesians 6: DesperatePrayers.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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• Why Does God Answer Through Me But Not For Me

  Have you ever prayed for someone and watched God answer their prayer while your own seems to go unanswered? Maybe you're asking for healing, but God uses you to pray for someone else who gets healed. Or you're struggling financially, but God prompts you to give to someone in need. It feels confusing, even painful. In this episode, you'll discover: Why being used to answer someone else's prayer doesn't mean God is ignoring yours The powerful promise in Isaiah 58:9 that changes everything about unanswered prayer How serving others in your pain actually positions you for God's provision Why some prayers will remain mysteries until heaven—and why that's okay Practical encouragement for when you feel forgotten while blessing others If you've been wondering why God trusts you to be His hands and feet while you're still waiting for your breakthrough, this episode will help you see your situation from God's perspective. You'll walk away with fresh hope that you're not forgotten—you're being positioned for something greater than you can imagine. RESOURCES Praying the Promises of God 52 Week Guided Prayer Journal Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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