It Just So Happened...w/ Gail Showalter | Ep 79

This podcast isn’t just something we make each week, it’s a ministry. Every story we share is meant to remind you that you are deeply loved by God, and that He’s still moving - right here, right now - through the lives of real people. And this month is our Halfway to Sunday Pledge Drive: a time where we’re inviting you to come alongside us and help this ministry keep growing.If you’ve been encouraged by what you hear, would you prayerfully consider joining us on Patreon? You’re not just subscribing, you’re helping share stories that point people back to Jesus. Thank you for being a part of the Halfway to Sunday Community!*******SHOW NOTES:What do you do when the life you pictured breaks apart? In this tender, practical episode, Gail Showalter and Jill talk about rebuilding when you feel behind and how God often shows up in ordinary details and how starting over can become holy ground. You’ll hear about setting boundaries that guard your peace, finding steady support (wise friends, mentors, counselors, faith communities), and simple rhythms that push back on isolation: sleep, Scripture, walks, small goals. Gail also shares why a focused season of growth can create ripple effects far beyond you, moving from pain to purpose in ways only God could write. If you’re navigating loss, change, or a fresh beginning, this conversation offers Christian encouragement and concrete next steps. You don’t need the whole map…just the next faithful step.And as always, we start off the episode with what is bringing us joy and we know you will be so encouraged by this conversation. Listen free on Apple or Spotify, and join us on Patreon for an extended version of this episode as well as exclusive content!Ways you can connect with Gail Showalter:WebsiteGail’s Book Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends. We are so glad you’re here!******SHOW NOTESScripture References:Zechariah 4:10 Don’t despise small beginningsProverbs 4:23 Guard your heartJames 1:27 Care for widows and orphans ***** Bible Resources:PatreonThe Bible Project The Journaling Bible I use | Bible Highlighters | Annotating Tabs | **affiliate links*****Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas WestEpisode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence LesterEpisode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver BeekEpisode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha PanarisoEpisode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon******Want more Halfway to Sunday? Join our Patreon community!If you want to connect more than just once a week, join us over onInstagramTiktokYouTube******Follow Jill on Instagram Halfway to Sunday is a weekly conversation on life and faith with your friends.We're so glad you're here.