{"podcast":{"title":"Bold Faith Now - Where Faith Meets Courage","slug":"bold-faith-now-where-faith-meets-courage-6654387","podcast_index_feed_id":6654387,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/486174/rss","website_url":"https://missyeversole.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/c/7/9/2/c7921504ed4781a616c3140a3186d450/Podcast_Cover_3rd_Season.png","author":"Missy Eversole","episode_count":112,"summary":"Are you a Christ-follower who wants to live boldly for Him? Do you want to be a witness, stand for the Truth, step out of your comfort zone, and experience spiritual growth? Do you want to share the Good News of Jesus and what He has done in your life but are a little apprehensive about speaking boldly about Him to other people? Or maybe you have conversations with a friend or family member, and they ask hard questions about your faith, and you don't feel adequate in your Biblical knowledge to respond? If that is you, you are not alone, and you are in the right place, my friend! My name is Missy Eversole, and I'm a wife, mom, author, speaker, Colson Fellow, and a friend who loves to grab a cup of coffee, sit around the table and talk about Jesus. For years, I didn't have the courage to speak boldly about my relationship with Jesus because I felt inadequate. In my mind, no one would care about what I'd have to say if I didn't have a degree in theology. But here's what I've learned: you don't need a theology degree to be the light for Jesus! I'm here to encourage you with practical tips and applications to help you be bold in your faith and give you the daring confidence you need to…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bold-faith-now-where-faith-meets-courage-6654387"},"episode":{"title":"105 - Trusting God When Nothing Makes Sense with Lori Ann Wood","slug":"105-trusting-god-when-nothing-makes-sense-with-lori-ann-wood","published_at":"2026-03-30T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bold-faith-now-where-faith-meets-courage-6654387/105-trusting-god-when-nothing-makes-sense-with-lori-ann-wood","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/bold-faith-now-where-faith-meets-courage-6654387","url":"https://missyeversole.com/podcast/","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/0fe3bcbe-5f86-4f87-a2ec-7ff7ba1b6cfc/105_-_Lori_Ann_Wood_.mp3?dest-id=4145004","summary":"What do you do when life takes a turn you never would have chosen? In today's episode of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy sits down with author Lori Ann Wood to talk about her book Divine Detour: The Path You Never Chose Can Lead to the Faith You've Always Wanted. After a sudden and life-threatening heart failure diagnosis, Lori Ann found herself wrestling with deep questions about faith, suffering, and God's goodness. In this episode, they discuss: The three faith questions we all face in trials: Is this life all there is? Is God always good? Is God's plan enough? Why doubt and questions can actually strengthen—not weaken—your faith The difference between lamenting and complaining, and why it matters How to stay connected to God when you feel silent, confused, or overwhelmed This conversation is a powerful reminder that detours don't derail your faith, but deepen it. Remember to live boldly for Jesus and let your light shine bright for Him! Connect with Lori Ann: Website: lorianwood.com Get her book: Divine Detour: The Path You Never Chose Can Lead to the Faith You've Always Wanted on Amazon. Free resource: Five prayers and promises when you can't talk to God Connect with Missy: Download the March Scripture Journaling prompts (Boldness and Courage) at https://missyeversole.com/resources/ For more encouragement and resources, visit MissyEversole.com and subscribe to the Bold Faith Now newsletter. Website: Missy Eversole Facebook: MissyEversoleAuthor Instagram: missyeversole_author Disclaimer: The views expressed by guests on the podcast may differ from my own Christian beliefs. While I aim for diverse discussions, I do not endorse my guests' religious views. Listeners should approach content with an open mind, embracing diverse perspectives to foster dialogue and unde…","meta_description":"What do you do when life takes a turn you never would have chosen? 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