How to Embrace Faith and Heal After Trauma with Stephanie Nicely

Ashley's best friend since seventh grade, shares her powerful testimony of overcoming pain and adversity through unwavering faith in Jesus. 

Stephanie narrates her journey from the depths of personal turmoil, including her unexpected divorce, to a spiritual transformation marked by profound epiphanies and genuine change. 

The episode delves into themes of forgiveness, humility, anxiety struggles, and the importance of embracing Jesus for true joy and freedom. Through candid conversations, Ashley and Stephanie inspire listeners to surrender control, trust God's plan, and find strength in faith. Stephanie’s courage to process her trauma and her exciting anticipation for the future resonate deeply, offering hope and encouragement to all. 

This episode is for anyone walking through the wreckage of betrayal, divorce, or life’s unexpected storms—especially those who’ve felt faith falter but long for a comeback. It’s for the weary, the seekers, and the ones ready to trade survival mode for thrival mode with God.

Key Takeaways:

1. From Broken to Bold: Stephanie’s divorce became her divine reset—proof that rock bottom can be the foundation for a faith that won’t quit.
2. Salvation ≠ Perfection: Real transformation isn’t about being flawless; it’s fighting your battles with Scripture in one hand and grit in the other.
3. Surrender Wins: Financial fears, triggers, and shame lost their grip when she traded control for God’s promises.
4. Healing is Holy Work: Naming pain (not numbing it) and praying for enemies became her unexpected path to freedom.
5. Purpose Over Plans: Her story screams: Your mess isn’t the end—it’s material for a miracle.

If God could rewrite Stephanie’s story, He’s writing yours too.

 

00:37 Introducing Stephanie's Testimony

01:35 Stephanie's Journey Through Pain

03:09 Finding Faith and Overcoming Challenges

06:12 Stephanie's Transformation and Baptism

09:29 Living Authentically and Embracing Faith

16:31 The Power of Surrender and Trust in God

27:56 Daily Practices and Spiritual Growth

39:48 The Power of Surrender

41:05 God's Unending Forgiveness

41:57 Struggles and Testimonies

45:37 Anxiety and Faith

59:43 Healing Through Faith

01:08:49 Purpose and Passion in Faith

01:14:27 Closing Thoughts and Prayer

Connect with Stephanie on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.mccullough.79

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