Episode 28: God Has Your Back - Remaining Anchored in God’s Truth After Covert Narcissistic Abuse

In this episode of Unseen but Not Untold, Dr. Christine C. Zacharia, MD, covert narcissistic abuse recovery expert and board-certified endocrinologist, discusses trusting in God's timing and remaining anchored in His truth during the wilderness season that follows covert narcissistic abuse recovery.Drawing from Scripture, personal experiences and lessons learned throughout her own wilderness season, Dr. Zacharia explores the challenges of divine timing. She discusses surrendering control, breaking cycles of hyper-independence and learning to discern God's voice from deception. She also examines how God uses seasons of uncertainty to prepare His chosen ones for their purpose.This episode highlights Jesus' wilderness testing, David's redirected plans for building a temple, the Parable of the Sower and Paul's faith in prison. Dr. Zacharia explains why identity must be rooted in Christ rather than outcomes. She also explores two unique symbols—the parrot and the Tibetan snow lion—to illustrate spiritual formation, courage and stability during uncertain seasons.If you have been questioning God's timing, wondering why your purpose seems delayed or struggling to trust His plan when the path ahead is unclear, this episode offers biblical reflection and encouragement. Dr. Zacharia reminds listeners that the wilderness season is not wasted space. It is a place of preparation, refinement and deeper dependence on God.