Fellowship CR

Hope in Recovery

Rodney Holmstrom

  • 90. God’s Kindness When We’ve Had Enough!

90. God’s Kindness When We’ve Had Enough!

Tuesday 23rd July 2024

Rodney Holmstrom explores how God's kindness meets us at our breaking points through the story of Elijah and personal reflections.
20 minutes
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Hope in Recovery
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Fellowship CR
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Recovery Reimagined
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Finding Solace in God's Gentle Whisper

Episode Overview

  • God meets us in our most desperate moments.
  • Elijah's story shows that it's okay to feel overwhelmed.
  • Rest and nourishment are crucial for recovery.
  • God often speaks to us in gentle whispers, not grand gestures.
  • Lean into God's presence for comfort and strength.
'God didn't speak to him in the winds, the earthquake, the fire, but He spoke to him in a gentle whisper'.
Ever feel like you've hit a breaking point and can't take one more thing? Rodney Holmstrom dives into this feeling, exploring how God's kindness can meet us in our most desperate moments. In this episode of Hope in Recovery, Rodney reflects on the story of Elijah from 1 Kings 19. Elijah, a faith giant, reaches his limit and cries out to God, 'I've had enough'.
Rodney explains how God’s remedy for such despair involves rest, nourishment, and listening for His gentle whisper. Elijah's experience is a reminder that God doesn't always show up in grand gestures but often in quiet, intimate moments. Rodney shares his own struggles with drugs, alcohol, and perfectionism, offering a relatable perspective for anyone feeling overwhelmed. He encourages listeners to lean into God's presence and find comfort in His whispers.
This episode is filled with heartfelt anecdotes and practical advice on embracing God's grace during tough times. If you're seeking solace and understanding in your recovery journey, this episode offers a comforting message that you're not alone.