Ep. 115: Rebecca George on living fully in the midst of longing.
How do we move forward when we are waiting?
In this episode of Mercycast, host Raleigh Sadler and guest Rebecca George, author of You’re Not Too Late: Trusting God’s Timing in a Hurry Up World, delve into the theme of longing, exploring how unmet needs and desires shape our lives. They discuss the importance of waiting well, living fully in the present, and recognizing God's orchestration in our stories. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, they highlight the challenges of navigating envy and identity, especially in the context of singleness, while emphasizing the beauty of individual journeys and the hope found in faith. In this conversation, Rebecca George and Raleigh Sadler explore the complexities of relationships, particularly focusing on the themes of perfectionism, reality in marriage, the concept of 'chill hours' in longing, the importance of surrendering to God's will, and finding purpose in periods of waiting. They share personal experiences and insights on how to navigate these challenges with faith and self-awareness.
Highlights and takeaways from the conversation:
We all have unmet needs and longings.
God is at work even when we can't see Him.
Longing can lead to more longing.
Waiting well involves living fully in the present.
Acceptance is key to navigating life's challenges.
God writes beautiful stories in our lives.
Envy can arise in seasons of waiting.
We can hold both joy for others and our own longings.
Personal stories illustrate God's orchestration.
Living in community helps combat feelings of isolation. Not everything was perfect and it was messy and it was hard.
The reality of married life is not always shiny and happy.
We often superimpose our desires on a pedestal meant for God alone.
Surrendering means recognizing when something has become an idol.
Chill hours are necessary for growth and fruitfulness.
We need to savor the moments we have, especially in marriage.
Longing can be a part of God's purpose for us.
Trusting God means believing He has our best intentions at heart.
It's important to take things slow and enjoy the journey.
You are not too late; God sees the entirety of our lives.
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