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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 16 MIN

When Obedience Still Hurts | Trusting God in the Silence For the Overwhelmed Christian Woman (E11)

from Christian Mental Health for Women | The Pert Plan™ · host Pam Litchford, LPC

What do you do when you’ve already obeyed… and it still hurts?When the prison doors don’t open.When God feels quiet.When faith feels unseen.When obedience feels costly.In this episode of The Pert Plan — a Christian mental health podcast for women — we explore what it means to trust God in seasons of silence — when there’s no applause, no breakthrough, and no immediate relief.Through the stories of David, Ruth, and Jesus in Gethsemane, we talk about:• Why God’s silence is not His absence• How quiet obedience forms deep emotional and spiritual roots• What trembling surrender really looks like• How faith and mental health intersect when feelings don’t cooperateIf you’re walking through a season where obedience feels heavy, unseen, or confusing, this episode will steady your heart and remind you:Silence is not abandonment.Formation often feels quiet.And costly trust is still trust.This episode is part of The Pert Plan™, a Christian mental health podcast  grounded in biblical truth and evidence-based wisdom to help you challenge lies, renew your mind, and grow courageous faith.Follow on Instagram @thepertplanLegal Disclaimer - This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for mental health treatment or therapy. Listening to this podcast does not establish a counseling relationship between the host and the listener. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for individualized support. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact local 911 emergency services or call/text 988 National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for immediate assistance.Scripture Quotation Notice (NIV)Scripture quotations are taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version® (NIV®), copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

What do you do when you’ve already obeyed… and it still hurts?When the prison doors don’t open.When God feels quiet.When faith feels unseen.When obedience feels costly.In this episode of The Pert Plan — a Christian mental health podcast for women — we explore what it means to trust God in seasons of silence — when there’s no applause, no breakthrough, and no immediate relief.Through the stories of David, Ruth, and Jesus in Gethsemane, we talk about:• Why God’s silence is not His absence• How quiet obedience forms deep emotional and spiritual roots• What trembling surrender really looks like• How faith and mental health intersect when feelings don’t cooperateIf you’re walking through a season where obedience feels heavy, unseen, or confusing, this episode will steady your heart and remind you:Silence is not abandonment.Formation often feels quiet.And costly trust is still trust.This episode is part of The Pert Plan™, a Christian mental health podcast  grounded in biblical truth and evidence-based wisdom to help you challenge lies, renew your mind, and grow courageous faith.Follow on Instagram @thepertplanLegal Disclaimer - This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for mental health treatment or therapy. Listening to this podcast does not establish a counseling relationship between the host and the listener. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for individualized support. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact local 911 emergency services or call/text 988 National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for immediate assistance.Scripture Quotation Notice (NIV)Scripture quotations are taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version® (NIV®), copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.

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