In this episode of the Unfolding You podcast, Erin Smylie Walsh explores the themes of self-discovery, faith, and the importance of listening to God's voice amidst the noise of the world. She emphasizes the significance of our words and actions, encouraging listeners to align their speech and behaviour with their beliefs. The conversation highlights practical steps for navigating life with a God-fearing mindset, focusing on intentional listening, speaking encouragement, and living out one's faith through actions.
Takeaways
- We must be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry.
- Listening to God's gentle whisper is crucial in a noisy world.
- Our words reflect our true beliefs and values.
- Words can either build up or tear down.
- It's easy to say hurtful things, but hard to take them back.
- Pause and pray before responding to others.
- Faith without action is dead; we must act on our beliefs.
- Daily rhythms of surrendering to God can guide our actions.
- We are called to be disciples, not perfect beings.
- Encouragement can be a powerful tool in our interactions.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Self-Discovery and Faith
00:40 The Fight for Our Voice
02:29 Listening to God's Whisper
06:03 The Power of Our Words
10:35 Actions Speak Louder Than Words
14:11 Navigating Life to Honour God