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God's promise never to abandon us hits differently when we realize there isn't a single person alive who hasn't experienced abandonment in some form. Whether physically left behind or emotionally neglected, that universal wound makes the Father's commitment in John 14:18 revolutionary: "I will not leave you as orphans."

But what does this mean for our daily lives? How does believing that God remains in and with us transform our identity, decisions, and emotional landscape? This episode of In the Flow dives deep into the intersection of attachment theory and theology, exploring how our earliest relationships form templates that impact and influence our connection with God.

Professional counselors Aspen Hazel, LPC, and Joy Martin, LPC-A, unpack the psychological dimensions of attachment, explaining how anxious and avoidant patterns show up in our spiritual lives. "Attachment isn't stagnant," they remind us, offering hope that even deeply ingrained patterns can heal through awareness and intention. Meanwhile, Pastor Amy Cedrone illuminates the biblical concept of sonship and inheritance, tracing how our position as co-heirs with Christ fundamentally secures our identity.

The conversation gets refreshingly real about high-functioning brokenness—how many believers operate with achievement-oriented faith while missing God's simple invitation to intimacy. "We've been taught to focus on salvation," one participant notes, "but not enough on God saying 'I just want to be with you, I just want to love you.'"

Ready to move beyond theological concepts to lived experience? Join us as we explore what it truly means to remain in God's love and allow Him to remain in us. Download our companion resource at iamkelleyjohnson.com and continue the journey beyond this episode.

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