What God Has Done With My Pain
Emily Alvarado
A podcast that explores the transformative power of God through the lens of pain and trauma. Hosted by Emily Alvarado, the show takes listeners on a journey through the hardships and struggles of life and how God has used those experiences for good. With a focus on helping others find freedom, each episode delves into difficult topics and occasionally features interviews with individuals who share their own powerful testimonies. Through these conversations, we shed light on what the enemy intended to keep in the dark and celebrate God's goodness in all of it.
Episodes
Start Over
In this episode, I discuss why it is important to start over in our relationship with God when the voices of guilt and shame of legalism try to creep in. What to do when you love God so much but hold yourself to a higher standard of reading the bible, serving, and meeting what it takes to be a "Good Christian". Remembering why Jesus died on the cross.
From Purpose To Manifestation
Dina Avila comes and joins me on the podcast. We discuss what it looks like when you are doing God's will but somehow things seem to have gotten worse?????? Yes, that's right, what if you are exactly where you are supposed to be but things around you aren't making any sense?
Whats The Worst That Can Happen?
Trigger Warning Sensitive Topics Discussed. What if Jesus is real and not who you think He Is? Time and time again Jesus has been misrepresented and people have wanted nothing to do with him. What if He doesn't fit into the mold you have created in your idea of Jesus? Truly what is the worst that could happen if you gave him a moment to show you who He is and what He can do in your life? In this episode, I talk about how Jesus's ways can sometimes be hard to grasp for our own.
Fight Back
In Fight Back I discuss what does it looks like to fight back, and God's intentions for you to be victorious. We can begin to question God's plans when it feels like we have been handed blow, after blow, after blow. Join me as I use God's word to encourage you to keep fighting the good fight.
200 Rejections
Mercedes Burrowes from "God Changed Her" joins me as we dive in a beautiful discussion about her beautiful journey through rejection and learning what it means to truly be dependent upon God and His plans for her. We get to see how God used those experiences to develop not only Mercedes as a woman of God but also her personal relationship with Jesus.
"Why Was I Born Into This Family?"
In this episode, I explore the question of why we are born into the families we are born into. I discuss the significance of the tree that Jesus was crucified on and how it relates to the generational patterns and curses in our own families. Emphasizing that God has entrusted us to make a generational difference and to be the light in our families. Encourages listeners to lift up their family's cross and give it to Jesus, allowing His blood to break generational chains. The episode concludes with a reminder to ask God why we were born into our specific families and to seek His guidance in making a generational difference.
Redefining Fashion
Isa's new fashion line is called Désine Celeste. Isa shares her inspiration for the line, which includes a desire for women to feel beautiful and to glorify God through fashion. The line incorporates elements such as pearls and crosses, and each collection has a purpose and meaning. The conversation highlights the importance of following God's calling and having faith in His plans. Isa encourages listeners to pursue their dreams and trust in God's timing and plan.
What Does God Say About Sexual Assault?
*TRIGGER WARNING* This episode highlights scriptures that acknowledge rape as a violent crime and emphasize the innocence of the victims. Also touches on God's anger and judgment towards the wicked, as well as his love and understanding towards survivors. It is important to recognize that God does not approve of sexual assault and is not rejoicing in it. God can handle our anger and wants us to trust Him with our pain. He offers healing and redemption for both survivors and abusers.
But First He Was Struck
In this episode, I discuss the pain that Jesus endured from the point of betrayal to his crucifixion. I emphasize that Jesus understands our pain and encourage listeners to trust him with their pain. I highlight the significance of Jesus being rejected by religious leaders and the importance of not letting the actions of others misrepresent Jesus. I explore the physical and emotional abuse Jesus experienced, as well as his cry to God and the yielding of his spirit. Reminding listeners that Jesus loves both the abused and the abusers, and encouraging them to bring their pain to God for healing and freedom.
All I Have Is A Mustard Seed
A never-before-released recording (before video became available) that was recorded but never saw the light of day until now. Join me as I explore a mustard seed is a tiny, seemingly insignificant thing. Yet, in the Bible, Jesus speaks of the power of faith as small as a mustard seed, suggesting that even the smallest amount of faith can lead to great things. This concept is a powerful reminder that God can work wonders with even our tiniest amount of faith, turning it into something incredible and impactful. Don't miss this exclusive peek into archives.
God Revealed The Weight Of Pain
Jessica Fernandez from "Weight Lifting With Jesus" joins the podcast to discuss the beautiful transformation God did in her heart towards herself and others. Jessica talks about how her experience with negative self image, depression, and being in a mental hospital. Thank you so much for listening, make sure share with anyone who you believe would benefit from this episode! If you would like to help support the podcast and help keep it operational or if Interested in being on the podcast check out the link below and fill out a form: https://linktr.ee/whatwaythisway?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=3240d8f9-0815-4992-b370-9bbc45ffd145
Embracing Pain To Know God
Nate from Know His Heart Ministries joins me in a beautiful discussion about his painful experiences. We get to see how God used those experiences to not only develop Nate as a man of God but his personal relationship with Jesus.
Pray With A Humbled Heart
Special guest Kevin Perry also known as "KP". We dive in as KP shares his testimony from atheist to evangelizing for the kingdom of God. Make sure to check out KP's Podcast "Brand New Mind" (also available on youtube)
Losing Faith
What do we do when we are losing faith in God? We never plan to encounter hardships, it is critical we cling to our faith. Which is much harder to do when the meter on our faith is lowering after every blow. Faith is a beautiful multi tool, some days its a hammer, others is a drill, or it can simply be a cry out to God. "GOD I HATE THIS!!!!", is faith because your acknowledge that He is the God of your storm. We can't slap on a smile, ignoring our pain and suffering. So...what do we do when were losing faith?
I've seen it
Pain is real and it can be experienced at any time at any age. Lilly describes what it was like to finally face all the heartache she’d been avoiding. She soon realized that while she could barely hold herself up, God was fighting on her behalf.
From Mourning To Dancing
Arielle Andrea is a gifted dancer, a walking testimony of the verse "You have turned for me my mourning into dancing" Psalm 30: 11-12 ESV. Arielle speaks freely of what it was like to lose everything and deal with illness in the family from a young age. To question God's goodness in chaos and to be able to come out and praise God for what He did with her pain.
Tragedy and Triumph
Jaimie Lewis Doyle grew up in a dysfunctional home, experiencing abuse, rejection and loss. Jaimie goes deep into discussing the pain that she has lived through from a young age, and how God has taken that pain and made her into the amazing women she is now.
Surrendering my Secrets
TRIGGER WARNING VERY SENSITIVE TOPICS DISCUSSED. Candace Irene Sarafin opens up about what God has done after emotional, mental abuse from her first marriage. Candace get's vulnerable and goes deep into her pain from abortion, and extends a hand to those who feel alone in that experience. An incredible women forged in fire by God.
Relationship > Religion
In this episode we have a special guest, Isa from "Coffee with Jesus" Podcast. Isa join's me to discus how she discovered her love for Jesus and His purpose over her life.
Battle Training Part 2
Stacie Royster *WARNING SENSITIVE* This is the second episode in a two part series. In this episode we discuss one woman’s experience with life, from losing a mom to having to go live with an abusive father, experiencing unwanted sexual encounter, marriage hardship, suicidal attempt, and so much more. Stacie is not only kind, and joyful but she is a STRONG WARRIOR that was formed in the midst of all of this pain. It's one thing to smile but it is a whole another thing to be able to smile and choose life with Jesus after everything she has endured. That is real strength.
Battle Training Part 1
Stacie Royster *WARNING SENSITIVE* This is the first episode in a two part series. In this episode we discuss one woman’s experience with life, in being born into a dysfunctional home, spiritual warfare, homelessness, rejection, and loss.
Obtaining Freedom Through Suffering
Chris Evans *WARNING SENSITIVE* Going from suffering, pain and anger to finding full fulfillment in Jesus. Becoming so thirsty that only one kind of living water could ever quench. Chris dives deep into the difficult things he faced, the pain he endured and what God has done with that pain.
Strength Through Suffering
Megan Rae Herrera *WARNING SENSITIVE * It's important to acknowledge that being saved does not mean that you will never feel sad, mad, or hurt again. If anything it means that God is going to begin a spiritual healing over you. Healing that causes you to first be stripped of everything you thought you knew. Having a relationship with God doesn't mean you won't feel pain, but instead you are not alone. In a broken world, pain is constant, but in a relationship with God there is meaning and purpose in the midst of pain.
Highly Favored
Why is it so hard for you to believe that you are truly highly favored and that God has a plan and a purpose for you? Is it because any time you fall short of your own expectation you want to rip away all that God has called you to be, because you don't feel worthy? God doesn't change his mind about you just because you trip, wether it's a minor trip or we fall off the side of Grand Canyon itself. He catches us every time. In this episode I talk about why you are highly favored, and how to keep holding on to that truth on your lowest days.
Journey From Darkness & Despair To Abundant Life
Life isn't easy, I don't have to tell you that. Shirley truly believed that God was out to get her, to make her life as painful as possible. Growing up all the way through her adulthood she never truly felt safe, especially around men. After constantly feeling defeated, alone, and depressed, Shirley discovered God's true character and love in the middle of her pain. WARNING CONTENT NOT SUITED FOR ALL LISTENERS
What Are You Doing ?
A lot of times we can convince ourselves that we truly know what is best. We take charge and through our tunnel vision believe that we are in absolute control. Maybe we are until we notice the crushing weight we are under. Being in control within our own strength is not only exhausting but extremely limiting. So what if, we gave up 100% of control to a God who is limitless? What then? In this episode Roger talks about giving up full control and submitting to God.
There Is No Fear In God's Love
The power of someone taking time to mentor, and encourage you to try the unknown is what came for Ana when she truly needed it. We discuss what it was like growing up with separated parents and the difficult lifestyle that comes with it. When she found herself being mentored Ana went from craving stability to discovering God's love for her.
Bible Book Club ?
Just the idea of reading the Bible can seem extremely overwhelming for some people. Often seen as a rule book, and who wants to read the terms and agreements of life? Unfortunately many have been lead to believe that the Bible is just a long list of Do’s and Don’ts. When in reality it’s a book full of stories of broken people with plenty of pain. When you switch your view from rule book to true story book, it becomes lighter. In this episode we simplify the story of Job in hopes to make reading the Bible easier for those who have always felt uncomfortable with it.
Carousel
In this episode Gabby talks about how God's goodness was with her in her darkest moments. We think we know who we are until we are faced with life's true challenges and only then are we faced with actual reflection. God is always willing to meet us anywhere.
The Great Adventure With Jesus
What if God asked you to step away from your dream career? What if God told you to adopt? What if He told you to travel thousands of miles for that adoption? What if you took that step of faith and discovered God's purpose in your life. In this episode Rocky Coyle takes us through his journey, from childhood to now.
A Father's Love
In this episode we discuss discovering God's love after severe loss and pain. Join me as I Interview Linda Lindsey and discuss what God has done with her pain.
I Can't Believe I'm Sharing This
The first episode in a new podcast exploring the hurt we tend to hide beneath the surface. This show is meant to highlight what God can do with our hurt and our shame. So, in episode one I am sharing my own story to let you know you aren't alone. CONTENT WARNING: sexual abuse, self harm, and discussion of suicide
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Getting to interview incredible people, and seeing what God has done with their pain