05 | When The Fire Fades: Finding Faith In The Dry Seasons

Episode Summary:

What happens when the spiritual high of confirmation fades—and you're left asking, “Now what?” In my case, you sit in your car, and hit record—because sometimes the front seat is the quietest chapel a mom can find.

In this personal and honest solo episode, I open up from my mobile recording studio (a.k.a. my car) about the post-confirmation slump I've been navigating. From feeling spiritually bored, overwhelmed by options, and unsure what’s next—to rediscovering that motherhood is a sacred vocation—this is a real-time reflection on choosing God daily, even when the fire feels dim.

If you've ever felt distant from your faith, this episode will remind you: you're not alone—and you're not as far as you think.

 

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

✅ What post-confirmation spiritual dryness can feel like
✅ Why overwhelm can lead to inaction in our faith lives
✅ How the enemy uses distraction and doubt to create distance
✅ A reminder that motherhood is a sacred vocation, not a detour

 

Bible Verses of the Episode:
📖  James 4:8 – “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.”

 

Resources from Todays Show:

Hallow App for Catholic prayer and meditations: https://hallow.com

Bible in a Year Podcast (Fr. Mike Schmitz): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bible-in-a-year-with-fr-mike-schmitz/id1539568321

 

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