EP 11: Learning to Trust God Again — From Self‑Reliance to Surrender

Welcome to Episode #11In this deeply pastoral and Spirit‑led episode of Crowned & Called, Cheryl Lafer invites listeners into a sacred conversation about relearning how to trust God after seasons of self‑reliance, spiritual searching, and survival‑based faith.Many of us learned to rely on ourselves because surrender once felt unsafe. Some turned to intuition, control, or spiritual independence—not out of rebellion, but out of pain. In this episode, Cheryl gently unpacks how self‑reliance forms, why it feels empowering, and how God lovingly invites us into a deeper, safer place of surrender.This episode is especially for those who are: • Coming home to Christ after New Age or spiritually independent paths • Struggling to trust God again after disappointment or confusion • Tired of carrying the weight of control • Longing for peace, rest, and rooted faithThrough Scripture, teaching, reflection, and prayer, this episode creates space for healing, clarity, and restoration—without shame or pressure.This is not about losing control. It’s about gaining peace.🎧 Take your time with this episode. Pause. Reflect. Pray. God is not rushing you—He is restoring you.Scripture references include: Proverbs 3:5–6, John 15:5, Psalm 46:10, Romans 8:32, Proverbs 16:9Support the showANNOUNCEMENT: We are currently welcoming guests to join us on Crowned & Called  with Cheryl Lafer—for meaningful, faith‑centered conversations. If your journey includes a transition from New Age spirituality to renewed faith, a personal testimony of transformation, or a season where you’ve discovered and begun walking in your God‑given purpose, we would love to hear from you.Whether you feel called to share your story, reflect on what God has taught you, or explore topics that encourage discernment, healing, and spiritual clarity, your voice matters here. This is a space for honesty, growth, and hope—rooted in truth and led with grace.If this resonates with you, we invite you to reach out. And when you join us—bring your crown. 👑 We celebrate the authority, identity, and calling God has placed on your life, and we’d be honored to share space with you.Crowned & Called is a sacred space for those who know they were created for more—  more intimacy with God,  more alignment with truth,  and more authority rooted not in striving, but in love.Tune in, like, and subscribe to support Crowned & Called with Cheryl Lafer. Every interaction helps extend the reach of this ministry and the message God has entrusted to us.