Sharing your story helps you find the thread God wove through it all
Can I tell you something? Sharing your story isn’t just about getting the words out. It’s about seeing what God has been doing the whole time, even in seasons that felt confusing, ordinary, or just plain messy.
And if you’ve been wanting to start sharing your story but you keep stopping yourself, you’re not alone. A lot of us feel the nudge, but we’re not sure what to say, how much to say, or who is safe. So we stay quiet. Or we wait until it feels “finished.”
But here’s the thing. You don’t have to have a perfect ending to begin sharing your story. Sometimes the most hopeful thing we can say is simply, “God met me there, and He carried me.”
This post is for the Christian woman who wants freedom and wisdom. Not pressure. Not performance. Just a simple way to find the thread God wove through it all, and then share from a steady place.
Why sharing your story can feel scary (and still be worth it)
I’ve watched this again and again in women’s spaces. We want to be brave. We want to help others. But sharing your story can feel like stepping into bright light when you’ve gotten used to dim rooms.
Sometimes we’re afraid of being misunderstood. Sometimes we’re afraid of being judged. And sometimes we’re afraid that if we start sharing your story, we’ll start crying and never stop. (Been there.)
God uses stories to break isolation in our community
One of the most beautiful things about sharing your story is what it does for the room. It reminds another woman, “Me too.” And that one sentence can break the lie that she’s the only one.
That’s community. That’s the body of Christ doing what it’s supposed to do.
Sharing your story points to God’s goodness, not your perfection
Your testimony isn’t a polished speech. It’s not a slick pitch. It’s proof that God is kind and present, and that He writes redemption into real lives.
And you know what else? Sharing your story doesn’t require you to share every detail. We’ll talk about that too.
Sharing your story starts with noticing the thread God wove through it all
Let me make this practical. If you’ve ever read back through your life and thought, “Okay… what was the point of all that?” this is where we begin.
In the Made Whole process, there’s a step where you reflect and ask God to help you see the bigger picture, like looking at your story through His eyes. You start noticing repeating themes, patterns, and the quiet ways God protected you, provided, or kept you steady when you didn’t even realize it.
That is the thread.
What do I mean by “the thread”?
I mean the theme God keeps writing through the chapters.
Maybe it’s redemption. Maybe it’s rescue. Maybe it’s resilience. Maybe it’s restoration. Maybe it’s God’s provision showing up at the exact right moment (the right person, the right conversation, the right door opening).
And sometimes the thread is simpler than we expect. “God kept me.” That counts.
A gentle way to find the thread before you start sharing your story
If you don’t know where to start, start here. Take your life and zoom out a little.
- What keeps repeating (a fear, a lie, a need, a struggle, a longing)?
- Where did God provide help at the right time (a person, a place, a decision, a protection)?
- What did God heal or soften over time (your identity, your trust, your peace)?
- What part of your story makes you want to whisper, “Only God”?
And if this feels hard, ask someone safe to help you. In the retreat setting, women paired up and reflected back what they heard, because sometimes someone else can see the thread more clearly than we can.
How to start sharing your story with freedom and wisdom
Okay, friend. Now we’re going to talk about what sharing your story can look like in real life. Not the fantasy version where you say it perfectly and everyone claps. Real life.
Sharing your story from freedom means you’re not trying to control the outcome. You’re not trying to manage everyone’s feelings. You’re just being faithful with what God gave you.
Start with the version you tell God first
Before sharing your story publicly, tell it to God in prayer. Say it plainly. Say it honestly. That first layer matters because it reminds your heart that God is not surprised by anything you’ve lived through.
If you’re writing it out, take your time. Your life didn’t happen overnight, so writing your story doesn’t need to be rushed either.
Use a simple framework when sharing your story
If your mind goes blank when it’s time to talk, you’re normal. Here’s a simple format I love because it keeps sharing your story grounded and clear.
- What was happening (set the scene, just enough context)
- What changed (a moment, a realization, a conversation, a prayer)
- What God did (His help, His comfort, His direction)
- What you’re learning now (the thread, the takeaway, the hope)
No fancy words. No long explanations. Just the truth.
Practice healthy boundaries while sharing your story
Let’s say this clearly. Sharing your story does not equal oversharing.
Not everyone has earned a front row seat to your whole story. Be honest, but don’t share beyond what’s healthy for you. Create community with people who treat your story with care.
And if you feel awkward afterward, God is still with you. His mercy covers the “I wish I said that differently” moments too.
What 1 Peter 3:15 teaches us about sharing your story
Scripture gives us such a steady guide here. We’re not called to share with pressure, or with a loud, prove-it energy. We’re called to share with peace.
1 Peter 3:15 says, “But in your hearts regard Christ the Lord as holy, ready at any time to give a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you. Yet do this with gentleness and reverence.” (CSB)
Notice what’s in the verse. Hope. And gentleness. That’s how sharing your story is meant to feel.
You don’t have to force the moment
The verse says “to anyone who asks you.” Sometimes the door opens naturally. A friend asks how you got through a season. Your child asks why you pray. Someone in your small group admits they’re struggling and they need hope.
That’s your moment. And it can be simple.
Gentleness keeps your story safe for others to hear
Gentleness doesn’t water down what God did. It just makes room for the person in front of you. It keeps sharing your story from turning into a lecture.
And reverence keeps the focus where it belongs. On Jesus. Not on us.
Practical prompts to help you start sharing your story this week
Sometimes we just need a starting line. Here are a few prompts you can use in a journal, a conversation, or even a short message to a trusted friend.
- “A season God carried me through was…”
- “The lie I believed for a long time was…, and God has been replacing it with…”
- “A small ‘God moment’ I see now is…”
- “The thread I see through my story is…”
- “If I could tell another woman one thing, it would be…”
Pick one. That’s it. We don’t need ten steps. We need one next step.
What happens in our community when we keep sharing your story
I’ve watched something holy happen when women begin sharing your story from a place of healing and hope. Not perfection. Hope.
Isolation breaks. Shame loses its grip. Women breathe again. Because when one person goes first, it quietly gives everyone else permission to stop hiding.
And I love this part. Sharing your story shows that God is not just a Bible story God. He’s a right-now God. A present God. A faithful God.
If you’re worried your story isn’t “big enough”
Let me speak to the woman who thinks, “My story isn’t dramatic.”
Friend, sharing your story doesn’t have to be big to matter. Sometimes the miracle is that you kept praying. Sometimes the testimony is that God gave you strength for one more day. Sometimes the thread is that you learned to rest in Jesus and keep going.
Don’t discount what God has done just because it looked quiet.
A simple prayer before sharing your story
Jesus, thank You for being the author of my life. Help me see the thread You wove through it all. Give me wisdom about what to share and what to hold close. Give me gentleness and reverence, and let my words carry hope. Amen.
And if you mess up the words, or you get nervous, or you feel shaky, God is still good. We’re all still learning.
Keep sharing your story. Little by little. You never know who needed to hear hope in your voice today.
