Let’s be honest—none of us are strangers to battles. Sometimes we cause them, sometimes they land right at our feet, and other times, God allows them to teach or stretch us. But here's the thing: we don’t have to fight in our own strength.

In this episode, we’re talking about how to actually fight the right way—using spiritual weapons that work. We’re diving into prayer, obedience, praise, trust, and yep... even forgiveness (the one we don’t always want to pick up, but desperately need to). These aren’t just churchy words—they’re real weapons believers need to use in real life.

This convo is full of honesty, scripture, and practical ways to walk in victory—even when it feels like the war is raging. Tap in, family! This one will equip you to stop swinging in the dark and start fighting with power and purpose.

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, I sit down with JoBeth Polley, a Grief Recovery Specialist and former university public speaking instructor, who shares her deeply personal journey of loss, healing, and purpose.

At just 33 years old, JoBeth became a widow when her husband, Travis, passed away from a terminal illness on January 20, 2022. Left to navigate grief while raising children and holding onto her faith, JoBeth made a courageous shift, turning her pain into purpose.

Now, she walks alongside others through their grief with education, empathy, and faith-based support. In this conversation, JoBeth opens up about: the reality of young widowhood, rebuilding her faith through deep personal loss, and transitioning from the classroom to a career in grief recovery.

Whether you're grieving, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking depth and hope in hard places, this episode will meet you with honesty, warmth, and purpose. Drop your thoughts or share your story in the comments—we’d love to hear from you.

Connect with JoBeth on to learn more about working with her directly. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nwa.grief.specialists/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nwagriefspecialists/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NWAGriefSpecialists

Our soul is like a garden, carefully planted by God and meant to flourish with the right care and attention. Just as a garden requires tending based on the season, so does our soul—nurturing, healing, and restoration. In this podcast episode, we dive into how life’s trials can fragment our soul, and how God, the ultimate Gardener, offers us the tools to heal, grow, and live the abundant life He designed for us.

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