Hey Sis! 🎙️

Today’s episode is a heart check-in on what it really means to trust God with open hands instead of clinging tightly to our own outcomes. We’re beginning in 1 Peter 5:6–11, where Peter reminds us to humble ourselves under God’s mighty hand and to cast all our cares on Him—because He cares for us. From Peter’s perspective as one who walked with Jesus, we learn that true humility is not weakness, but strength under control, and it positions us to receive God’s grace in His perfect timing.

We’ll also start Day 1 of a brand-new devotional by Lysa TerKeurst, I Want to Trust You, But I Don’t. Her reflection in Proverbs 3:5–6 challenges us to see how often we tie trust to our desire for things to turn out our way. Through vivid images of trees with shallow roots and ants that slowly hollow them out, we’re reminded that faith is built not in easy seasons, but in preparing deep roots for the inevitable storms. Sis, God’s call is clear: hold loosely to what we think we need most, and instead rest in the peace that comes from trusting Him fully.

If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt, shallow roots, or the weight of wanting control, this episode will encourage you to release your plans and live out the declaration: Open Hands to God’s Plans.

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I can’t wait to see you there, Sis. 💛

As always, may the rest of your day be the best of your day!

Love y'all! 💕

Diana Marie

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