In this episode of Curious for Christ, we sit down with Dr. Gary Lawrence, affectionately known as Dr. G, to discuss the hidden impact of trauma on our relationships and emotional well-being—and the hope we find in Jesus for healing. Dr. G, author of Rejection Junkies, shares his insights into how wounds from our past affect how we can experience freedom and restoration through God’s love, truth, and guidance.

Topics discussed:
• The impact of past trauma on our relationships and emotional health
• The root of bitterness and how it can manifest in our lives, creating emotional barriers and hindering healing or transformation!
• Dr. G’s four-step process to emotional freedom: Identify, Isolate, Eliminate, and Equip
• The importance of understanding our identity in Christ and embracing healing
• How God’s love is the key to overcoming past pain and living in the fullness of joy and peace He intends for us

Scriptures mentioned in the episode:
• Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.”
• Proverbs 18:14 – “The human spirit can endure a sick body, but who can bear a crushed spirit?”
• 1 John 4:13 – “Hereby know we that we dwell in him, and he in us, because he hath given us of his Spirit.”

Resources:
• Learn more about Dr. G and take the quiz: www.rejectionjunkies.com

Action Steps:
• Reflect on the areas of your life where past wounds may still be affecting your present relationships.
• Embrace the four-step process Dr. G shared to identify, isolate, eliminate, and equip yourself with the tools to heal.
• Dive deeper into the Scriptures mentioned, and ask the Lord to reveal any areas where you may need healing or restoration.

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Welcome back to Curious for Christ! Trusting God’s timing is one of the biggest challenges in our faith journey. Why does waiting feel so hard? And how do we shift from frustration to peace? Today, I’m sharing three key steps to help you trust God’s process with confidence.

3 Steps to Trusting God’s Timing

1. Release Control – Trust begins when we surrender our expectations and let go of the need to understand everything. God’s plan is higher than ours (Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 55:8-9).
2. Embrace the Waiting – The waiting season is not wasted; it’s preparation. Instead of asking when, focus on who God is shaping you to become (Jeremiah 17:6-8, Lamentations 3:22-23).
3. Walk in Faith, Not Fear – Trusting God’s timing doesn’t mean doing nothing. It means stepping forward in faith, even without all the answers (Psalm 37:5, Matthew 17:20, Joshua 1:9).

Scriptures Shared in This Episode

• Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.
• Isaiah 55:8-9 – God’s ways and thoughts are higher than ours.
• Galatians 5:1 – Christ has set us free—trusting Him leads to true freedom.
• Jeremiah 17:6-8 – Those who trust in the Lord flourish, even in difficult seasons.
• Lamentations 3:22-23 – God’s mercies are new every morning.
• Psalm 37:5 – Commit your way to the Lord, trust Him, and He will act.
• Matthew 17:20 – Faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains.
• Hebrews 11:6 – Without faith, it is impossible to please God.
• Joshua 1:9 – Be strong and courageous; the Lord is with you wherever you go.

Final Encouragement

If you’re struggling with God’s timing, know that you’re not alone. The process takes time, but God’s plan is always perfect. Have you ever looked back and realized He was working all along? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend and leave a review. Until next time—keep trusting, keep seeking, and keep walking in faith!

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into the process of becoming—the ongoing transformation that happens as we step into who God created us to be. It’s not always a smooth journey. In fact, it often involves struggle, uncertainty, and deep wrestling with our identity, our past, and even with God Himself.

Through my personal story and the powerful biblical account of Jacob wrestling with God, we’ll explore what it means to be refined through struggle and step into the identity God has for us. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in between who you were and who you’re called to be, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
• How struggles can actually be part of God’s refining process
• Why wrestling with God isn’t about resistance—it’s about transformation
• Lessons from Jacob’s encounter with God in Genesis 32
• Practical steps to step into your God-given identity
• How surrendering to God doesn’t mean losing—it means becoming

Key Scriptures to Reflect On:
• Genesis 32:22-32 – Jacob’s wrestling with God and his transformation into Israel
• Romans 12:2 – The renewal of our minds as part of our transformation
• 2 Corinthians 5:17 – Stepping into our new identity in Christ
• Psalm 46:10 – The importance of stillness in hearing God’s voice
• Romans 5:3-4 – How struggles shape our endurance, character, and hope

Practical Next Steps for Your Journey:
1. Acknowledge your emotions and bring them to God (1 Peter 5:7)
2. Renew your mind daily with Scripture (Romans 12:2)
3. Surrender your struggles and trust the process (Matthew 11:28)
4. Create moments of stillness to hear God’s voice (Psalm 46:10)
5. Embrace the struggle as part of your transformation (Romans 5:3-4)
6. Keep seeking God through prayer and wisdom (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
7. Let go of your past and step into the new (2 Corinthians 5:17) - which also involves forgiving yourself in the process

Final Thoughts
Becoming who God created you to be is a lifelong process, not a one-time event. Like Jacob, we may walk away from our struggles with scars, but they are marks of transformation, not defeat. If you’re wrestling today, know that you are not alone—God is with you, shaping you, and preparing you for what’s ahead.

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Until next time, stay curious, stay faithful, and keep wrestling toward who God has called you to be.

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