How a chronic illness and postpartum depression lead Lindsay to God's perfect plans for her life | Ep. 1

In this episode, we discuss:  How a chronic illness lead Lindsay to writing, and ultimately becoming a NYT #1 best selling author The journey of postpartum depression   What to do when motherhood doesn't come naturally for you Overcoming rejection   How to handle seasons of waiting   The comparison trap and how to dismantle the lies that come with it  Lindsay Cummings is a #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, the co-founder of Scribbler- the only subscription box for novelists created by best selling authors, as well as the Creative Director of Life Way church, where her husband is the Lead Pastor. She wears many hats, but believer, wife and mother are her favorite.   In this episode, you will fall in love with Lindsay and her heart for Jesus. She shares her experience with a chronic illness and how that lead her to ultimately becoming a best selling author. She reminds us that even in our mess, God is faithful and has a beautiful plan.  She shares her journey through postpartum depression and the messy side of motherhood.    Lindsay combats the lie that you are not good enough or properly equipped for motherhood, and how its okay if you're not the picture-perfect crafty, patient mom. We are all designed uniquely by a creative God who made you perfectly for the child he put in your arms. She shares her seasons of waiting and how she handled 150 rejections before she finally landed an agent, and even more rejections before she got published.   I pray this conversation will bless you and empower you to step into your uniqueness and the calling God has on your life!  How to keep in touch with Lindsay:  Follow Lindsay on Instagram: @authorlindsaycummings  Buy Lindsay's Books: https://www.amazon.com/Lindsay-Cummings/e/B00FP41UR8/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1  Scribbler box: @goscribbler  Follow Lindsay's church: @lifewaycelina