84| The “God Meet” That Changed Everything with Thelma Dzwowa

What happens when you say “yes” to the Holy Spirit, even when the path ahead doesn’t fully make sense?In this episode of the Anchored with Purpose Podcast, Melissa sits down with Bible App content creator, author, speaker, and soon-to-be podcaster, Thelma Dzwowa, for a conversation full of faith, obedience, divine appointments, and trusting God through every season.From growing up in Zimbabwe, to moving to Australia, to unexpectedly ending up at the YouVersion Beyond a Billion Celebration in Oklahoma City, Thelma shares the incredible “God meets” that shaped her faith journey and ministry. She opens up about taking an 8-month sabbatical to travel and seek God’s direction, overcoming fear and doubt, writing Bible plans and books for women, and learning to trust the Holy Spirit step by step.Melissa and Thelma also talk about:The power of obedience and how one “yes” to God can impact generationsHow prayer and worship help keep you grounded in faithWhy it’s okay if you don’t know how to read the Bible yetThe importance of mindset, personal growth, and seeking truthNavigating transitions, career pivots, and new seasons with GodOvercoming fear and doubt (“the wicked sisters”)How the Holy Spirit leads us through uncertainty one step at a timeThis episode is filled with encouragement for the woman who feels stuck, uncertain, or ready for a fresh move of God in her life.📖 Start building a daily faith routine with the free Anchored with Purpose Faith Journal — designed to help you spend intentional time with God through Scripture, prayer, reflection, and gratitude: https://anchored-with-purpose.kit.com/fb72f69cdfResources & Links MentionedThelma Dzwowa Website: https://www.thelmadzwowa.com/ Upcoming Podcast: Distilled TruthYouVersion Bible App: https://www.thelmadzwowa.com/general-4 Bible in a Year with Fr. Mike Schmitz: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bible-in-a-year-with-fr-mike-schmitz/id1539568321 Chapter Titles & Timestamps00:00 – Introducing Thelma Dzwowa01:00 – The Incredible “God Meet” Story05:00 – Becoming a YouVersion Bible App Contributor08:00 – Encouraging Women Through Bible Plans10:30 – What to Do When You Feel Lost12:30 – Taking an 8-Month Leap of Faith15:00 – Writing Books, Podcasting & Ministry16:30 – Overcoming Fear and Doubt18:30 – The Generational Power of Faith23:30 – Staying Grounded in Your Faith26:00 – Learning How to Read the Bible28:00 – Where to Find ThelmaCatholic podcast, Christian women podcast, faith journey, Holy Spirit, obedience to God, overcoming fear and doubt, Christian mindset, women of faith, Bible App plans, YouVersion creator, Christian personal growth, spiritual growth, trusting God, prayer life, Christian encouragement, Catholic women, faith and purpose, discipleship, Christian living, Bible reading, Fr Mike Schmitz, Bible in a Year, Christian author, Christian speaker, personal growth for women, Christian podcast for women, faith story, purpose-driven life, Anchored with Purpose Podcast