It Wasn't Supposed to Be This Way" with Host Tom Clairmont

Why You Should Listen

Have you ever looked at your life and thought, It wasn’t supposed to be this way? Maybe you had a vision for your future—your relationships, career, or faith—but things have taken a completely different turn. When life doesn’t go according to plan, it’s easy to feel frustrated, stuck, or even hopeless.

In this episode, Tom Clairmont explores what to do when life feels off-course. Through personal reflection, biblical insights, and a message of faith, Tom challenges listeners to shift their focus from what’s missing to what God is doing in the present. He reminds us that faith isn’t about waiting for perfect conditions—it’s about trusting God and taking small steps forward, even when the way ahead isn’t clear.

What You’ll Learn

• Letting Go of Expectations – How to trust God’s plan, even when it looks nothing like what you expected.

• Faith in Action – Lessons from John 5 and the man at the pool of Bethesda—why Jesus calls us to get up and walk instead of waiting for circumstances to change.

• Staying Persistent in Prayer – The story of the persistent widow (Luke 18) and how faith requires perseverance, even when it seems like God is taking too long to answer.

• Moving Forward with Confidence – How to take steps in faith, even when you don’t feel ready.

If you’re struggling with disappointment, frustration, or waiting on God’s timing, this episode will encourage you to trust that He is working, even when you can’t see it. Tune in for an uplifting conversation that will help you move forward, knowing that God’s got this—and He’s got you.

If today’s episode encouraged you, take the next step by visiting www.newlifewithgodpodcast.com. There, you’ll find additional resources and tools to help you navigate life’s challenges and rebuild with faith and purpose.

Share this episode with someone who may need a reminder that they’re not alone. Let’s inspire hope and show that with God’s grace, even the most broken seasons can lead to a beautiful new beginning.

If you'd like a copy of Tom's book "Starting Over: Life 2.0 With God', visit www.thestartingoverbook.com.

Do you want to know God and receive Jesus as Savior? His death paid the price for your sins. Put your trust in Him with a simple prayer of faith HERE.

Episode Summary: "Facing Financial Hardships" with Host Tom Clairmont

Why You Should Listen

Financial struggles can feel overwhelming, isolating, and even shameful. Whether it’s due to job loss, unexpected expenses, divorce, or past financial mistakes, money troubles have a way of shaking our confidence and sense of security. But you’re not alone. In this episode, Tom Clairmont shares his personal journey of rebuilding from financial hardship at age 51, with no savings, no safety net, and a mountain of uncertainty ahead. Through faith, persistence, and practical steps, he found a way forward—and you can too.

What You’ll Learn

• Managing Financial Stress: Why money struggles are just as emotional as they are practical—and how to find peace in the middle of uncertainty.

• Taking Action: Small but impactful steps to cut expenses, create a plan, and start rebuilding your financial stability.

• Finding Contentment: How to shift your mindset from scarcity to gratitude, and why true peace doesn’t come from having more, but from trusting God with what you have.

• Biblical Encouragement: Scriptures and faith-based principles that will help you navigate financial hardship with wisdom and trust in God’s provision.

Tom’s story proves that it’s never too late to start over, and no matter how tough things feel right now, there is always hope. Tune in for encouragement, practical strategies, and a reminder that God is walking with you every step of the way.

If today’s episode encouraged you, take the next step by visiting www.newlifewithgodpodcast.com. There, you’ll find additional resources and tools to help you navigate life’s challenges and rebuild with faith and purpose.

Share this episode with someone who may need a reminder that they’re not alone. Let’s inspire hope and show that with God’s grace, even the most broken seasons can lead to a beautiful new beginning.

If you'd like a copy of Tom's book "Starting Over: Life 2.0 With God', visit www.thestartingoverbook.com.

Do you want to know God and receive Jesus as Savior? His death paid the price for your sins. Put your trust in Him with a simple prayer of faith HERE.

"How to Find Purpose Again" with Host Tom Clairmont

Why You Should Listen

Have you ever felt like your sense of purpose has slipped away? Maybe it happened after retirement, when the kids left home, or after a painful loss. Suddenly, the identity and direction you once had feel uncertain, and you're left wondering, What now?

In this episode, Tom Clairmont shares his personal journey of losing and rediscovering purpose after a major life transition. Through real-life experiences and biblical insights, he explores why purpose can feel lost, how to take small steps toward rediscovery, and why this journey—though challenging—is filled with opportunity.

What You’ll Learn

• Why Purpose Feels Lost – How major life transitions can shake our sense of identity and direction.
• Taking Small Steps – Why curiosity, not pressure, is key to exploring new passions and interests.
• Biblical Encouragement – Stories from Elijah, Moses, Ruth, and Gideon that reveal God’s faithfulness in seasons of uncertainty.
• The Role of Serving – How purpose is often found in helping others and stepping into new opportunities.
• The Confidence-Purpose Connection – Does confidence come first, or does purpose help build confidence?

Tom is joined by Paul Berard, who shares his own experiences of reinvention and how stepping out in faith—despite uncertainty—can lead to discovering a deeper, more fulfilling sense of purpose.

If you’re feeling stuck, this episode is for you. Your purpose isn’t gone—it’s waiting to be rediscovered. Tune in to be encouraged, take small steps forward, and trust that God is guiding you toward something new.

If today’s episode encouraged you, take the next step by visiting www.newlifewithgodpodcast.com. There, you’ll find additional resources and tools to help you navigate life’s challenges and rebuild with faith and purpose.

Share this episode with someone who may need a reminder that they’re not alone. Let’s inspire hope and show that with God’s grace, even the most broken seasons can lead to a beautiful new beginning.

If you'd like a copy of Tom's book "Starting Over: Life 2.0 With God', visit www.thestartingoverbook.com.

Do you want to know God and receive Jesus as Savior? His death paid the price for your sins. Put your trust in Him with a simple prayer of faith HERE.