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EPISODE · May 4, 2026 · 11 MIN

Sanctification by Pitbull: When God Uses Dogs to Grow Your Patience

from Abiding Trails · host Chasity

Ever specifically ask God for patience and then wonder what you were thinking?Yeah, me too. His response was to send me eight pitbulls.In this episode of Abiding Trails, we're getting honest about the hilarious, humbling, sanctifying reality of what it actually looks like to steward powerful dogs while trying to grow in your faith. Because James 1:2-4 says "trials of various kinds" produce steadfastness—but nobody tells you that sometimes those trials have blocky heads, selective hearing, and zero respect for your morning coffee.What we cover in this episode: • Why everyday chaos with your dogs counts as biblical "trials of various kinds" • The trail story that completely humbled me and changed how I handle frustration• Three practical ways to build steadfastness without losing your mind • Why laughing at the beautiful chaos is actually a biblical response • A brand new direction for Abiding Paws that's been on my heart for monthsWe talk serious stewardship on this show, but sometimes you just have to laugh at the reality that God uses stubborn dogs and 6am zoomies to sanctify us in ways we never expected.RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:👕 NEW HUMOR TEE: "I Asked God for Patience. He Sent Me a Pitbull" - $30Embroidered in my shop for men who know exactly how much daily grace dog ownership takes.→ I Asked God for Patience He Sent Me a Pitbull – Christian Dog Mom Dad Tee – Abiding Paws📺 ABIDING PAWS YOUTUBE: Behind-the-scenes of this week's gear launch→ https://www.youtube.com/@AbidingPaws🌐 SHOP ALL GEAR: abidingpaws.comCONNECT WITH THE PACK:Instagram: @abidingpawsPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/abidingpawsIf this made you laugh while it encouraged you, share it with that one buddy who definitely needs the patience shirt. You know exactly who he is.Send us Fan MailSupport the show Get Your Free Faithful Companions: A Guide to Loving & Caring for Your Bully Breed Guide Here.If you want to check out the gear that reflects this kind of life, it’s linked below.— Abiding Paws

Ever specifically ask God for patience and then wonder what you were thinking? Yeah, me too. His response was to send me eight pitbulls. In this episode of Abiding Trails, we're getting honest about the hilarious, humbling, sanctifying reality of what it actually looks like to steward powerful dogs while trying to grow in your faith. Because James 1:2-4 says "trials of various kinds" produce steadfastness—but nobody tells you that sometimes those trials have blocky heads, selective hearing, a...

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