Untangling Prayer with Rachel Wojo

When the pain makes you weep, shutting God out is tempting. Let Rachel share this beautiful story to encourage your heart and give you a reason to remember to pray. Because no matter your circumstances. God sees you and knows your need. RESOURCE When You Can't Pray Prayer Guide Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us...

Are you in the middle of a storm? Whether you're facing personal struggles or simply seeking solace, this episode offers a gentle reminder that peace is within reach. Tune in for a soul-soothing experience that will leave you feeling refreshed and grounded. Let Rachel's comforting words and compassionate wisdom help you navigate life's challenges with renewed faith and tranquility. RESOURCE When Y...

Does the brokenness of our world drive you toward discouragement? Is it possible to live an abundant life on this planet?  Join Rachel as she interviews Bible Study Author Carol McLeod, and they uncover the shortest path to joy on this side of heaven, as well as practical steps you can take to live well no matter the state of society. RESOURCES Overflowing: Living Abundantly in a Broken Culture by...

Prayer can be a struggle when you're unsure how to communicate with God. Every person in the Bible communicated with their Creator a little differently.  What is your "praying personality," and how will knowing it help you grow closer to God?  Author Janet McHenry answers these questions in her interview with Rachel on today's episode. You don't want to miss it! RESOURCES Praying Personalities:  F...

It's the middle that often makes life feel muddy. The middle of a season, the middle of a conversation, and the list could go on. If you're stuck in the middle of something messy right now, then you won't want to miss this short podcast episode of encouragement from Rachel, A Prayer for the Messy Middle.  RESOURCE When You Can't Pray Prayer Guide Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com a...

Have you ever been mad at God? How do you pray when anger puts distance between you and God?  Whether your rage results from discouragement, depression, sickness, or sorrow, God can handle your emotion.  In this episode, Rachel Wojo explains how to move forward step by step when you struggle to pray because of anger. As someone who struggled with anger over the loss of her mother, Rachel gently gu...

Have you ever done something you wish you could undo? Or said something you wish you could take back? What is it like to find the freedom to forgive yourself? Hospital Chaplain Bryan Crum sat at the bedside of many people who struggled with their life choices.  Listen in as Rachel asks Bryan the hard questions about what to do when you've done things you can't forgive yourself for. If learning to...

Do you ever feel like the world is better when you don't have to talk to anyone else? Does closing off your community feel tempting? If you long for healing but also feel like shutting the world out, this encouraging discussion is sure to help! Join Rachel as she talks with former hospital chaplain, Bryan Crum, about discovering healing for your heart within castle walls. Intrigued? You should be!...

Do you struggle with understanding how God could love you so much simply because you don't even love yourself?  Join Rachel as she chats with Bryan Crum, a former hospice chaplain whose heart is to help people love the story God is writing through their lives.  Is it wrong to love yourself? I thought Jesus said to love God, then love others.  What can you learn from sitting with hundreds of people...

Does your day begin with prayer and resolve to live out your faith, but then routine takes over, and life drudges on?  Maybe at the end of the day, you've wished for more personal conversations with God because somewhere between the morning and good night prayers, you lost connection with your Creator.  In this episode of the Untangling Life podcast, Rachel shares six unlikely places to pray throu...

Have you ever struggled to find the words to pray? Maybe because life felt too hard or your heart was too broken. The words wouldn't form, and you wondered, "Does God even see me?" Don't miss this episode as Rachel unpacks six simple steps to take when the words won't come and you can't pray. If you've found yourself in a place where words fail you, then allow Rachel to be your prayer guide on a b...

Prayer is a vital part of every Christian's life, but building a strong communication channel with God can be challenging.  Join Rachel as she shares 5 ways to build our prayer lives patterned after the Old Testament prophet Nehemiah. You'll leave encouraged and equipped to utilize prayer habits that stick.  Learn what to do before starting to pray Remember to start with prayer Embrace the power o...

Mother's Day seems like a wonderful day to celebrate. So why do some of us find it so challenging? Join Rachel as she shares a few of her own in's and out's of being a special needs mom, loss mom, large family mom, stepmom, and more. You'll appreciate Rachel's 9 quick encouraging points to remember this Mother's Day. A few of these are: You're allowed space to grieve. It's good to let someone else...

Remembering to praise God in all circumstances doesn't come naturally to us. But what other tool brings more peace, relief, and grace than praise! Join Rachel in this episode as she shares 3 simple steps to praising God no matter what: being purposeful in prayer thanking God for what He's done in your life praising Him for Who He is Don't miss this episode on Paul and Silas, their jailbreak, and h...

If life feels like nothing but a deep, dark pit and you're struggling to move forward in the dark, you'll appreciate this episode as Rachel shares the first step out of the pit. Join Rachel as she dives into Psalm 88, where you'll find the emotional empathy and God's gift of grace. "God would rather hear about your bad day than not hear from you at all." RESOURCES Download a FREE first chapter,  “...

Have you ever been told to stop crying? Or maybe "I don't understand why you're not over this by now." Those words "by now" carry a lot of weight. Enter Psalm 88. Join Rachel as she shares a very special episode, the first chapter of her book, "One More Step: Finding Strength When You Feel Like Giving Up."  If you're walking through pain, grief, or sorrow without seeing the purpose, then this epis...

If there's one change you can be sure of, it is that things are always changing. Are you trying to figure out how to walk through a transition gracefully?  No matter your transition, Rachel shares 5 things to remember in a season of change that will encourage your heart to keep going. These 5 points will help you adjust and adapt to your new situation or circumstances. Be inspired to persist throu...

If life feels chaotic and you need a strong dose of peace in this moment, right now, then you're in the right place. Join Rachel as she shares 6 easy ways to promote peace in your life today. Her simple, straightforward tips and ideas will help you enjoy more peaceful moments right now, right where you are. These points provide the next step you need to experience more harmony in your day.  RESOUR...

Does God's peace feel unattainable in your current circumstances? If so, you'll deeply appreciate Rachel's honest sharing of 3 important principles of embracing peace in difficult seasons. You'll enjoy beautiful reminders of how to experience peace no matter your circumstances through this important teaching from Philippians 4:7-9. Rachel explains three ways we can experience God's peace amid the...

Do you long to have a deeper prayer relationship with God? Maybe you're enjoying your time with God now, but you know there's more. Or perhaps you're feeling distant from God. Dive into Psalm 119:145-152 with Rachel as she shares 8 prayer areas that can deepen our communication with God.  You'll leave with  practical ideas to build your conversations with God prayerful illustrations to encourage y...

Ever wished you had someone who would pray for you and you for them? Finding a prayer partner can be difficult, but it isn't impossible! Solve your need for a prayer partner using one or more of Rachel's prayer ideas for walking out  Jesus' words in Matthew 18:20, "Where two or more are gathered in my name, I am with you."  In "How to Find a Prayer Partner," Rachel shares 6 ideas for finding a pra...

Spring cleaning season is here; what does this mean for your soul? If you are feeling stale and need refreshment, you'll love Rachel's simple steps to spring cleaning your soul. Listen in as Rachel shares:  the importance of purging old attitudes coming clean through forgiveness cleaning out the cobwebs of negative thoughts taking inventory of spiritual routines RESOURCES When You Can't Pray Praye...

Does fear prevent you from stepping out in faith? What might happen if you could cut fear off and prevent it from entering your thought life?  Rachel's practical prayer teaching on three ways to pray against fear will fuel your heart! Grab hold of three simple, easy-to-remember prayer principles and embrace strong words in include in your prayers, like opportunity, courage, wisdom, confidence, and...

Have you ever thought: "I wish I would have prayed first?"  Remembering to make prayer our first option over others in times of crisis, need, or our everyday lives can be challenging. We've all experienced the many distractions that circumvent our prayer intentions. Join Rachel as she shares James Clear's 4 laws of behavior change and how they apply to our prayer lives.  You won't want to miss the...

Is life looking bleak or maybe even pitch black? Believing that God as our Father only ever wants the best for us can be challenging to remember. When we can't see how God's hand is moving, how can we trust His heart? Join Rachel as she shares what David teaches us about trusting God in the dark. Rachel shares 3 honest questions we can ask ourselves about our failures to turn to God in prayer. All...