God, If You're There... Natalie's Story

“I went on this quest where I was like, if there is a God, I guess I should give him a fair shake (or her or them). So I started praying every night...'God if you're there, show me who you are.'"
— Natalie Abbott

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July 31, 2024

If you've been praying for someone who is far off from God, let this episode be an encouragement to you. Natalie Abbott (Dwell Differently Co-founder) shares her own story of how God transformed her life—bringing light into darkness and life where there was death. She helps us see how beautiful the love and forgiveness of Jesus sounded to her when she was lost and lonely, trying desperately to fill herself up with empty things. May her story remind you of God's loving pursuit of all people and your calling to be a part of that pursuit.

JULY DWELL VERSE

"As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.” — Psalm 103:12

LINKS FROM TODAY'S SHOW

Read Natalie's devotional prayer based on Psalm 103:12: Pray This When You Mess Up...Again.
Natalie and Vera wrote a book! Order your copy of Dwell Differently: Overcome Negative Thinking with the Simple Practice of Memorizing God’s Truth today!
Check out these great companion resources that help you memorize the verses in Dwell Differently.
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Natalie Abbott

Natalie Abbott is the co-founder and chief content officer of Dwell Differently, and the co-author of Dwell Differently: Overcome Negative Thoughts with the Simple Practice of Memorizing God's Truth. She lives in Missouri with her husband and 5 kids.

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