"Faith, Ashes & the God Who Sees Us"

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The Adaptable Octopus

Blair Riggs

30 episodes

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The Adaptable Octopus Riding the Waves of Life with Resilience and Grace Life’s waves don’t wait — and Blair Riggs has learned to ride them with courage, creativity, and heart. Born with Cerebral Palsy and raised in a home where calm waters were rare, she discovered that real strength isn’t about standing still — it’s about moving with the tide. Now a single mother, storyteller, and podcaster, Blair turns every challenge into an opportunity to grow and connect. In The Adaptable Octopus, she dives deep into resilience, reinvention, and the beauty of finding your flow when life keeps changing

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"Faith, Ashes & the God Who Sees Us"

The Adaptable Octopus

36 minutes 20 seconds

3 months ago

"Faith, Ashes & the God Who Sees Us"

"Faith, Ashes & the God Who Sees Us"

In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode of The Adaptable Octopus, host Blair Riggs opens up about her relationship with Jesus and how it has shaped her journey living with cerebral palsy. Joined by special guest Cathy Clover Garland—author, speaker, and woman of unshakable faith—they explore what it really means to walk with God through pain, doubt, and redemption.

Together, they share raw stories of divorce, single motherhood, church hurt, healing, and the beauty that rises from ashes. From childhood pews to broken promises, from legalism to liberation, Blair and Kathy dive deep into faith, resilience, and the quiet power of grace. You'll also hear about Cathy’s new book Revelationship, and how it’s helping women rediscover God’s presence in their stories—and how you can join the upcoming class starting September 2nd.

This episode is a tender reminder that even in our messiest moments, God is near—and His promises still stand.

👉 Whether you're questioning, healing, or just holding on, this conversation is for you.

💬 Topics Covered:

Deconstructing and reconstructing faith
Growing up in Pentecostal traditions
Living with a disability and wrestling with identity in Christ
Divorce, healing, and trusting God again
God’s promises in broken seasons
What it means to suffer well
Rediscovering God in everyday life

📘 Resources Mentioned:

Revelationship by Cathy Clover Garland
Reset Class beginning Sept 2nd – https://www.revelationship.net/reset-course-discounted?fbclid=IwY2xjawMbC_RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHsTM9DNbT5r7Tmx3S0n-bMhpXqyIyoDMz8OF--X1BrttjdwGOw-l32xXCVac_aem_Z_wtzte9fMg-rP0aqmsSxA

✨ Takeaway Quote: "You don’t need to pursue God—He’s already pursuing you. Just turn around and embrace Him."

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🎙️ Hosted by Blair Riggs 🐙 The Adaptable Octopus – Because thriving takes many forms.