So many of us spend our lives hiding our brokenness—pretending everything’s fine while we carry deep wounds that keep us from true freedom. In this honest conversation, Steve and Colleen share their personal journeys of pain, healing, and restoration. They tackle why most people resist admitting they’re broken, what happens if we ignore it, and how Jesus transforms our deepest wounds into places of life and freedom.
From coffee-spilled meltdowns to the image of a Lamborghini built to reflect glory, they unpack what it really means to embrace your brokenness—and why it’s the essential first step toward living the abundant life God intended.
If you’ve ever wrestled with shame, performance, or simply the ache of “not enough,” this episode will remind you: your brokenness isn’t the end of your story—it’s the place where God begins His healing work.
Link to Upcoming Book: Embracing the Way
https://www.embracingtheway.com/
Chapters
00:00 The Coffee Incident: A Lesson in Healing
02:52 Embracing Brokenness: The Journey Begins
05:44 Understanding Brokenness: A Purposeful Perspective
08:57 The Process of Healing: A Personal Journey
11:42 Marriage and Brokenness: Recognizing Triggers
14:49 The Impact of Past Relationships on Healing
17:47 The Role of Vulnerability in Healing
21:00 Authenticity vs. Performance: The Struggle
23:47 The Consequences of Ignoring Brokenness
26:42 The Importance of Connection: Staying Rooted
29:46 The Journey of Restoration: Embracing the Process
32:42 The Call to Action: Living Authentically
35:44 Final Thoughts: The Beauty of Brokenness
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