Welcome to episode 042 of Mud Stories!
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Mud Stories is a podcast dedicated to bringing you inspiration in your muddiest moments, hope to make it through your mud, and encouragement for you to know, you are not alone.
In today’s episode I’m talking with Wendy Blight—speaker, Bible study teacher, attorney, wife and mother of two–who resides with her family in North Carolina. Her passion is to teach women about the Bible, for them to understand what it really says, and to apply it in their daily lives.
Wendy is the author of two books: Living ‘So That’: Making Faith-Filled Choices in the Midst of a Messy Life (InScribed Collection)
In this episode Wendy shares:
- Her mud story of sexual assault and rape
- The fear which paralyzed her for years
- And the details of her journey to complete healing from fear, unforgiveness, and bitterness
Wendy and I discuss:
- The way the Bible can help us know about the character of God
- How Bible scriptures can tell us about God’s promises to us
- And how to partner with God to overcome our mud
Wendy describes:
- What to do today to learn more about how the Bible can help us in practical ways
- How to forgive even when we’ve been hurt so badly that we don’t want to forgive
- And resources and steps to take today to begin to connect with God in ways we might not have connected before
Wendy’s story is not easy, but I love how it is an amazing example of how God can take anything meant for our harm and bring good from it in time.
It is my prayer today that you’d be inspired and changed, and become closer to God because of Wendy’s story. Enjoy!
Mud Stories 042: From rape & fear to forgiveness & peace..A mud story w/ @wendy_blight [Tweet that]
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SCRIPTURE:
..Don’t be afraid, because I have saved you.
I have called you by name, and you are mine.
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.
When you cross rivers, you will not drown.
When you walk through fire, you will not be burned,
nor will the flames hurt you.
This is because I, the Lord, am your God.. Isaiah 43:1-3 (NCV)
CONNECT with Wendy:
Website:
- Wendy’s website: www.wendyblight.com
SOCIAL MEDIA:
LINKS:
- Living ‘So That’: Making Faith-Filled Choices in the Midst of a Messy Life
- Hidden Joy in a Dark Corner: The Transforming Power of God’s Story
- Wendy’s Online Bible Studies
- Proverbs 31 Ministries
- Proverbs 31 Online Bible Studies
- Compel Training for Writers
- Jacque’s Resources & Recommendations to Begin Reading the Bible (including Bibles/Devotionals/Tools)
- Biblegateway.com
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Thank you so much for inviting me to be a part of your wonderful ministry. I am praying for the Lord to take the message of hope and healing we shared from God’s Word into the hearts of the women who need to hear from Him personally. You are such a BLESSING to so many.
Wendy
Oh Wendy, it was absolutely my honor to have you share your story here–a stunning example of how God meets us in our mess and brings healing, redemption, and even good from the worst things, all in His time…He is so very good! I am praying with you, so much, for the hearts who hear your story, that they too would find our good and gracious God who is ready to bring beauty from their pain. And He WILL do it. That I know. I’m so thankful for you and for your gracious kindness to me. Sending so much love to you today..xo
Wendy, thanks for sharing your story. As a pastor I become aware of this, and I have passed your story on to others already. May God continue to bless your marriage, family, and ministry to help others.
This interview truly blessed me and encouraged me. Wendy, you’re a true gift.
Nell
onhaydenlane.com
It’s a joy to hear Wendy’s story again and I’m grateful my connection with her led me to your site Jacque! I am a homeschooling mom of 5 kids too. No dull moments as you know! I pray God continues to use your ministry and testimony in powerful ways. I’m looking forward to listening to more of your podcasts. Blessings to you!
Thank you so much for listening Rich, and for sharing with others. I appreciate Wendy so much too!
Yes, a gift indeed! And thank you so much for all your encouragement too!
Hi Jill! So nice to meet you, and yes, never a dull moment! Thank you so much for your prayers and support and for taking the time to listen and share the podcast. I’m deeply thankful. Blessings to you..xo