In this episode of Ohana with Hana, Hana discusses the challenges of spiritual growth and offers seven practical truths to encourage listeners who may feel discouraged in their faith journey. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's worth, the ongoing nature of spiritual growth, and the need for perseverance in the face of adversity. Hana reassures listeners that they are not alone in their struggles and encourages them to trust in God's love and promises.

Takeaways

• Many people feel discouraged in their spiritual journey. It's normal, don't feel like you are a terrible person or that there is something wrong with you.
• Struggles can be a sign that you are on the right path because the devil sees something in you he is afraid of.
• God's love is unconditional, even when we don't feel it.
• Spiritual growth is often unseen, but like the wind, unseen things still hold so much power.
• You are enough because of whose you are, not what you do.
• A relationship with God is worth pursuing despite challenges.
• God never gives up on you, even when it feels like He has.
• Look for the small ways God answers your prayers.
• Don't base your beliefs on feelings, but on truth.
• Take life one day at a time and trust in God's plan.

Chapters

00:00 The Real & Raw of Spiritual Life

03:50 1. When you question God’s love for you because you don't feel it...

05:13 2. When devotion time feels empty and you’re getting nothing out of it...

06:38 3. When you’re discouraged after years of trying to spend time with God, nothing seems to be happening and you just want to give up on God...

08:05 4. When your prayers feel unanswered...

08:33 5. When the devil whispers you’re not good enough...

09:59 6. When the devil says a relationship with God isn’t worth it...

10:55 7. When the devil says your past is too messed up to forgive...

11:56 Keep Hope Alive

18:06 Encouragement and Conclusion

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