From Pain to Purpose through Prayer
When life labels you by your pain, it can feel impossible to imagine God has blessing in store. In this episode, Rachel explores the powerful story of Jabez—a man whose very name meant "pain"—and his bold prayer that transformed his identity. You'll discover how to surrender painful labels to God and pray with audacious faith for breakthrough.
What You'll Learn:
- How to acknowledge your pain honestly without letting it define your future
- Why Jabez's request for blessing wasn't denial but declaration of God's bigger plans
- How to pray beyond the limitations others have placed on your life
- Practical ways to surrender your deepest hurts to God while asking boldly for His favor
Drawing from her own journey of surrendering the pain of losing her daughter, Taylor, Rachel shares how God can transform our deepest wounds into our greatest ministry. Whether you're carrying the weight of loss, struggling with painful memories, or feeling defined by difficult circumstances, this episode offers hope that your pain can become the very foundation for God's purpose.
Perfect for anyone who feels stuck in their story of suffering and ready to discover how God can write a new chapter of blessing.
RESOURCES
Join the Desperate Prayers book club
Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments by Rachel Wojo
When You Don't Like Your Story by Sharon Jaynes
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Rachel is the author of One More Step: Finding Strength When You Feel Like Giving Up. She is a public speaker and contributor to well-known faith-based publications for many companies. Mostly, Rachel is crazy in love with Matt, mom to six on earth and two in heaven.
