Trusting God in the Unknown: How Obedience and Faith Open Doors You Didn’t Expect

00:27:26Published January 13, 2026

Have you ever felt like your "yes" wasn't enough? Or doubted whether you were truly ready for what God was asking of you? In this episode, I sit down with my friend Tara to talk about the quiet courage it takes to step out in faith, even when everything feels shaky.

Tara shares her powerful story of recovery after a life-altering car accident and the way God used that season to strip away distractions and prepare her heart for ministry. We talk about trusting God when the outcome is unclear, spiritual warfare in everyday life, and what it really means to surrender our need for control.

We explore:

How to trust God's timing even when it feels terrifying
The difference between preparation and readiness
What Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 12:9 ("My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness") meant in Tara's real-life moments of fear and obedience
Why community, prayer, and discernment are essential when stepping into the unknown
How to see God's hand in the stretch and the struggle

Tara's journey is such a beautiful reminder that God isn't asking for perfection. He's asking for a willing heart.

And friend, if you've been sensing a shift in your perspective, maybe through a hard season, a healing process, or even just the everyday moments of life, I would love to hear your story. You don't need a platform, a following, or a ministry. Just a heart that's open to sharing what God is doing. If that's you, visit PerspectivesIntoPractice.com to reach out and be a guest on the show.

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We explore:

How to trust God's timing even when it feels terrifying
The difference between preparation and readiness
What Paul's words in 2 Corinthians 12:9 ("My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness") meant in Tara's real-life moments of fear and obedience
Why community, prayer, and discernment are essential when stepping into the unknown
How to see God's hand in the stretch and the struggle

Tara's journey is such a beautiful reminder that God isn't asking for perfection. He's asking for a willing heart.

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[2 Speakers Detected] [Total Utterances: 37] --- [0:01 -> 0:25] Speaker 1: Hey, friend. Welcome to Perspectives Into Practice, a place where life's stories meet practical wisdom. Together, we'll explore how faith-filled perspectives can transform the way we live, love, and grow. So grab a seat, se...

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