Strength When Sorrow Wearies Our Souls

Has sorrow ever left you feeling weak? In this episode you will discover strength when grief wearies our souls.

Angela welcomes author, speaker, and encourager Jackie Freeman to this episode of Life as Worship. Jackie is known for her heartfelt storytelling, spiritual wisdom, and unexpected joy found on the pickleball court and in God’s Word. Together, they dive into Psalm 119:28, exploring how Scripture brings strength in grief, how music can help heal the soul, and how honest faith can carry you through life’s deepest seasons of loss and renewal.   Episode Highlights

• Jackie shares how finding pickleball brought laughter and community back into her life after losing her husband.
• A fresh look at Psalm 119:28 and why Scripture is a unique comfort when we are weary, grieving, or anxious.
• Honest conversation about losing loved ones, facing big life transitions, and learning to let God and His Word reshape our hearts.
• Music, worship, and community as daily tools God uses to encourage us and keep us going when we feel stuck.
• Jackie’s practical tips for letting God’s promises give you the courage to heal, reach out, and encourage others.

Great Quotes 

• “I learned to laugh again and to connect with people and really to live again.”  
• “I have to be honest with you, Angela. I came to know the Lord as at a young age, and I had a lot of head knowledge… but it was way later in my life that my heart became fully aware of what God’s word say to me.”  
• “Encourage me with your word and, as an encourager… we need encouragement at all phases of our lives, but particularly in our deep sorrows.”  
• “Music has always been a balm for my weary soul, especially the songs that are grounded in God’s word like my Southern gospel music background.”  
• “Lord, I don’t know what to do or how to do, but I trust that you do.”

Resources Mentioned

• Scripture Focus: Psalm 119:28
• Jackie’s Website: jackiefreemanauthor.com
• Books: Pickleball Parables: Inspiration On and Off the Court, Bend Your Knees, Louise!

Related Episodes

• Ep. 30: Trusting God as Our Rock and Refuge (Shelley Picard)
• Ep. 13: Sowing in Tears Reaping Joy (Kristi Lowe) 
• Ep. 4: Anticipating God's Goodness on Earth (Sara Cormany)
• Ep. 27: When Your World Ends: Beginning Again with God (Dawn Mann Sanders) 

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