S1:E3 Unraveled, McKenzie’s Testimony Part 2: Stages and Ages

Welcome to Moms With A Call, where we make space for the mess, the mystery, and the movement of God. In Part 2 of her testimony, McKenzie shares a tender, truth-filled glimpse into one of the most transformative seasons of her life: falling in love, facing family rejection, and rebuilding her faith in the middle of it all. This episode explores how the quiet and isolation of lockdown opened the door to spiritual curiosity, and how meeting Evan sparked both connection and questions. McKenzie shares what it was like to navigate new love, spiritual deconstruction, and judgment from the Church, including a painful encounter with a pastor that left a lasting mark. Through it all, McKenzie reflects on what it means to stay soft when life feels hard, and how God’s love can weave strength into even the most fragile seasons. We talk about: Navigating love and marriage in the chaos of 2020 The beauty and challenge of falling in love while questioning faith How family wounds impact faith and identity The ache of feeling unwelcome in religious spaces  Financial hardship and grace in unexpected places Choosing gratitude, even when it hurts If you’ve ever struggled to hold on to your faith when it felt easier to let go, this one’s for you. 01:55 Meeting my husband during a global pandemic 08:32 Early marriage, high stakes, and complicated family dynamics 17:07 Church hurt and the unraveling of spiritual safety 24:57 When betrayal meets financial strain 29:48 Resilience and redemption 34:37 Engagement and church challenges 37:07 Experiencing church hurt 42:59 Struggles with purity culture 50:36 Newlywed bliss and family crisis 51:03 Reconciling faith and marriage Connect with Moms With A Call: Join the conversation with McKenzie + Rebecca on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, & Youtube → @momswithacall Get show updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and more at www.momswithacall.com Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon. Leave a review and let us know how this episode moved you, your words mean more than you know. If you or someone you know has a story of faith, healing, or redemption that could encourage others, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to us at [email protected]. Intro + Outro Music by Jason Bowles, Branding by https://www.dvoorheisdesigns.com/