Ep 2 - Finding identity and purpose in God by learning to "be still" amidst crisis and betrayal.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we sit down with Josh Phelps, a man whose life story is a testament to the power of divine protection and the beauty of restoration. From the high-stakes world of law enforcement to the front lines of disaster restoration, Josh shares his journey of moving away from a life of "performance" and into a place of spiritual stillness.The Shift from Performance to StillnessFor years, Josh struggled with a deep-seated need for approval, a drive rooted in his early experiences with adoption and attachment. Even after a radical conversion to faith, he found himself trying to "earn" God’s favor through religious activity and strict performance. It wasn't until his life faced a total collapse—marked by betrayal, divorce, and loss—that he heard the transformative call of Psalm 46:10: "Be still and know that I am God." This stillness became his anchor, preventing a downward spiral and teaching him what it truly means to be "covered" by God’s grace.Divine Protection on the Front LinesJosh recounts harrowing stories from his time as a police officer, where the line between life and death was razor-thin. He shares three specific instances of divine intervention: surviving two active shooting incidents and a miraculous moment where a fellow officer saved him from walking into a spinning helicopter tail rotor. These stories serve as a sobering reminder that life can end in an instant, and that God’s hand is often moving in ways we cannot see.Restoration and a New IdentityToday, Josh has transitioned from law enforcement to the restoration business as the founder of First Response Water and Mold Removal. He views his professional work as a ministry, using his own history of personal tragedy to offer comfort and integrity to clients in their darkest moments. By naming his company "First Response," he honors his past while making a promise to never abandon those in need—healing the very wounds of abandonment he once carried.Endurance Under TrialThe episode concludes with a powerful reflection on resilience and the promise that "Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial." Josh’s story is a reminder that while trials may feel like abandonment, they are often the very tools God uses to rebuild us stronger than before.Connect with Josh Phelps:Website: firstresponsewaterandmold.comEmergency Services: 239-365-MOLDSupport the showAll rights reserved by 3 Doves Ministry, 3 Doves Podcast and 2 True Interactive, Inc.