#292: Is God The Father A Protector?

Therapy Brothers

Caller Shea's Question: "I felt very guided by God to marry my ex-husband. God knew my ex-husband was going to betray me, so I have 2 parts of me that are struggling to make sense of it. One part knows that the betrayal was exactly what I needed to take a deep dive into my stuff, and I am a better woman for it. Another part is terrified to trust God again as I try to re-enter the dating field. I am scared that, although it may be good for me, God might lead me right to the fire again. It was so painful. I just want to protect my heart from Him. I am struggling to trust that God will have my back. How can I trust and surrender again? Is God the Father a protector?....…"

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0:00 - Intro

1:22 - Brandon's Update

2:50 - Listener Review

4:38 - Guest Shay Returns

6:05 - Shay's Nervousness

8:10 - Shay's Background

11:45 - Coping with God's Protection

15:20 - Marriage Guided by Spirituality

18:45 - Betrayal and Addiction Struggles

21:30 - Fears in Dating

25:15 - Does God Pressure Shay?

28:10 - Inner Conflict

31:00 - Exploring Inner Child's Fear

34:20 - Addressing Shame

37:15 - Emotional Response

40:45 - Expressing Anger at God

44:30 - Symbolism of Shelter

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