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EPISODE · Jul 28, 2025 · 32 MIN

I Raised Her in Faith—But God Had to Reach Her Himself

from Encounters at the Well · host Amy Donathan

Send a textShe grew up in church. She knew all the answers. Her mom was in ministry. But she did not truly know Jesus — not until college. In this vulnerable and hope-filled episode of Encounters at the Well, I sit down with my daughter, Alli, to share our story from both sides.We talk honestly about what it was like raising her in the faith, watching her attend church, serve, and say all the right things — yet still knowing in my heart that she was not saved. And we share the powerful moment God met her at a Christian university, far from the expectations and routines she was raised in.If you are a mom who has prayed for years and is still waiting for salvation to become real in your child’s life, this episode is for you. We talk about the weight of waiting, the peace that comes when we let go of control, and the truth that only God can awaken a heart.You will hear us talk about:• Growing up in church without a personal relationship with Jesus • The unspoken pressure and loneliness of being a ministry kid • What true salvation looks like when it finally becomes real • How parents can pray without striving or fear • Encouragement for the mom still waiting for breakthroughThis is a story of patient prayer, surrendered motherhood, and the faithfulness of a God who always finishes what He starts.Connect with Amy at www.hopeandhealinglifecoach.com Follow on Facebook: Hope and Healing Christian Life CoachingWebsite: www.hopeandhealinglifecoach.com Email: [email protected]

Send a textShe grew up in church. She knew all the answers. Her mom was in ministry. But she did not truly know Jesus — not until college. In this vulnerable and hope-filled episode of Encounters at the Well, I sit down with my daughter, Alli, to share our story from both sides.We talk honestly about what it was like raising her in the faith, watching her attend church, serve, and say all the right things — yet still knowing in my heart that she was not saved. And we share the powerful moment God met her at a Christian university, far from the expectations and routines she was raised in.If you are a mom who has prayed for years and is still waiting for salvation to become real in your child’s life, this episode is for you. We talk about the weight of waiting, the peace that comes when we let go of control, and the truth that only God can awaken a heart.You will hear us talk about:• Growing up in church without a personal relationship with Jesus • The unspoken pressure and loneliness of being a ministry kid • What true salvation looks like when it finally becomes real • How parents can pray without striving or fear • Encouragement for the mom still waiting for breakthroughThis is a story of patient prayer, surrendered motherhood, and the faithfulness of a God who always finishes what He starts.Connect with Amy at www.hopeandhealinglifecoach.com Follow on Facebook: Hope and Healing Christian Life CoachingWebsite: www.hopeandhealinglifecoach.com Email: [email protected]

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