The Refuge Ministry

Relational Recovery

The Refuge Ministry

  • Letting Go (Full Episode)

Letting Go (Full Episode)

Thursday 26th September 2024

Explore the importance of letting go in this episode of Relational Recovery. Hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill share practical steps to trust more and worry less.
28 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
Encouraging

About this podcast

Relational Recovery
Author:
The Refuge Ministry
Overview:
Categories:
Religion & Spirituality
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Links:
Visit site
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

The Power of Letting Go: Trust, Control, and Finding Peace

Episode Overview

  • Letting go is essential for finding true peace.
  • Trusting God can alleviate anxiety and depression.
  • Relinquishing control doesn't mean being passive.
  • Personal stories make complex concepts relatable.
  • Balancing action with surrender leads to a fulfilling life.
In order to gain your life, you must lose your life.
Have you ever struggled with letting go? In this episode of the Relational Recovery podcast, hosts Wes Thompson and Austin Hill tackle the challenging yet crucial topic of relinquishing control. They kick things off with a deep dive into a passage from Matthew 16, reflecting on how letting go is an essential part of Christian faith. This episode isn't just about religious doctrine; it's about practical steps to trust more and worry less in everyday life.
Wes and Austin discuss the paradox of gaining life by losing it, emphasising that true peace comes from trusting God and relinquishing our need for control. Through personal anecdotes, such as Wes’s experience with his daughter Stella, the hosts illustrate the real-life struggles and rewards of letting go. They also touch on the broader implications, like how our need for control can lead to anxiety and depression.
The conversation is peppered with light humour and relatable stories, making complex theological concepts accessible and engaging. The episode also delves into the tension between taking action and surrendering outcomes to God. Austin shares how he navigates heavy conversations with his wife about their teenage daughters, balancing proactive parenting with trust in God’s plan. The hosts make it clear that letting go doesn’t mean being passive; it’s about doing what you can and trusting God with the rest.
Why should you listen? Because this episode offers a compassionate, honest look at a struggle many face. It’s not just for those on a spiritual journey but for anyone grappling with control issues. Wes and Austin provide a refreshing perspective that’s both encouraging and practical. Tune in to gain insights into how letting go can lead to a more fulfilling life. Are you ready to trust more and stress less?