What I Learned in the Stillness | Walk by Faith Luncheon Speech

Recently, I had the honor of speaking at the Walk by Faith Luncheon in Charlotte, surrounded by dear friends and sisters in Christ who have walked alongside me through some of life's most challenging seasons.In this speech, I opened my heart about what I've witnessed in Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene — not just the devastation, but the profound ways hope shows up when everything else is stripped away. I shared stories of neighbors who hadn't spoken in 18 years embracing in the street, churches becoming places of radical hospitality, and families learning what it means to surrender when there's no other way forward.But beyond the recovery work, I felt called to share some deeper truths I've been learning: that our relationship with God requires intentional time and stillness, that the things we surround ourselves with hold no eternal value, and that sometimes God has to get loud before we finally slow down enough to listen.I also shared a personal turning point from years ago — a day of silence that led me to leave a corporate career track and trust God with what came next. It wasn't easy, but it was right.If you're in a season of uncertainty, loss, or simply longing for deeper peace, I hope this message meets you where you are.🙏 CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR WESTERN NORTH CAROLINARecovery will take 4-6 years. We still need prayer, volunteers, and support.📍 STAY CONNECTED:🎙️ Podcast: The Sharon Decker Podcast (Spotify, Apple, Amazon, YouTube)📸 Instagram: @thesharondecker🌐 Website: sharondecker.com💬 Comment below and let me know what spoke to you the most.