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March 25, 2025 34 mins

What if your hardest season was actually preparing you for something greater?

 

In this episode, Kristen Hallinan sits down with Dorina Lazo Gilmore Young to explore the themes of grief, redemption, and God’s unwavering loving-kindness through the lens of the Book of Ruth. Dorina shares her personal journey of loss, the strength found in waiting, and the power of stepping forward in faith.

 

If you’re looking for hope in the midst of hardship, this conversation will remind you that God’s hesed—His faithful love—never leaves us, even in our darkest moments.

 

More on Dorina: Dorina is an award-winning author, sought-after speaker, mentor, writing coach and Bible teacher. Dorina is passionate about helping people chase God’s glory on life’s unexpected trails and flourish in their God- given callings. Dorina has published more than 20 children’s books, Bible studies, poetry, and devotionals. Her most recent books are Redeemer: God's Lovingkindness in the Book of Ruth, Kailani’s Gift, Chasing God’s Glory and a devotional journal, Breathing Through Grief. Dorina is a remarried widow. She and her husband Shawn are raising three, brave teenage daughters in Central California. They love traveling, running, trying out new recipes and restaurants, and learning about different cultures. Connect with her at DorinaGilmore.com or @DorinaGilmore on Instagram.

 

LINKS:

Get Dorina's Bible Study, Redeemer: HERE

Connect with Dorina on Instagram:  HERE

Follow Kristen on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/kristen.hallinan/

Find Kristen's book, Legacy ChangerHERE

Take Kristen's Cycle-Breaker Superpower Quiz: https://www.kristenhallinan.com/home/#quiz

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