{"podcast":{"title":"Redeemed Podcast","slug":"redeemed-podcast-7042187","podcast_index_feed_id":7042187,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6340663/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast--6340663","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a8ff8386fcd8cf0deae5063df67f636c.jpg","author":"Lauren","episode_count":120,"summary":"The Redeemed Podcast is a beacon of hope and encouragement, filled with real-life stories that testify to God's transformative power amidst hardships and trials. Join us as we delve into the journeys of individuals who have triumphed over adversity through their unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. Through compelling narratives, inspiring scriptures, and heartfelt prayers, we create a sanctuary where you can find solace, strength, and a reminder that you are not alone in your struggles. Let this podcast be a guiding light, leading you closer to God and empowering.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-22T22:18:58.417058+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast-7042187"},"episode":{"title":"Pick Up Your Mat: The Faith Shift That Changes Everything","slug":"pick-up-your-mat-the-faith-shift-that-changes-everything","published_at":"2026-04-29T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast-7042187/pick-up-your-mat-the-faith-shift-that-changes-everything","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast-7042187","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pick-up-your-mat-the-faith-shift-that-changes-everything--71729890","audio_url":"https://api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71729890/19079950_pick_up_your_mat_the_faith_shift_that_changes_everything.mp3","summary":"Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt stuck—praying for change, but not seeing breakthrough?In this powerful solo episode of the Redeemed Podcast, Lauren shares a deeply personal and faith-filled message rooted in John 5—the story of the man who had been waiting 38 years for healing.Jesus asked him one simple question: “Do you want to get well?” This episode challenges listeners to move beyond waiting and step into action through faith.Through real-life experiences, personal testimony, and biblical truth, Lauren reminds us that:👉 Prayer is powerful—but faith requires movement 👉 Healing often begins with obedience 👉 You are not alone in your struggle⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Feeling tired, overwhelmed, and stretched thin 02:10 – Why this message matters right now 04:30 – The story of “Pick Up Your Mat” (John 5) 07:15 – “Do you want to get well?” (powerful question) 09:40 – Why we stay stuck longer than we should 12:20 – A real story: choosing faith in the middle of cancer 15:10 – Prayer is powerful… but it’s not the only step 18:00 – What it means to actually take action in faith 21:30 – Practical examples: forgiveness, grief, addiction, attitude 25:00 – You are not meant to do this alone 28:40 – The power of community and stepping out 32:00 – Personal testimony: miscarriage, healing, and connection 36:20 – Faith in action: your next step matters 40:00 – Encouragement: stop waiting, start walking 43:00 – Final prayer + call to “pick up your mat”💬 What You’ll Learn Why we stay stuck in pain, fear, or unforgiveness The connection between prayer and action What it means to “pick up your mat” in real life How to move forward in faith even when it’s hard The importance of community in healing 🔥 Key Takeaway You don’t have to stay where you are.God is calling you to rise, to move, a…","meta_description":"Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt stuck—praying for change, but not seeing breakthrough?In this powerful solo episode of the Redeemed Podcast, Lauren sh…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1663,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/redeemed-podcast-7042187/episodes/pick-up-your-mat-the-faith-shift-that-changes-everything/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redeemed-podcast-7042187/pick-up-your-mat-the-faith-shift-that-changes-everything.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}