Have you ever found yourself in a situation you wanted desperately to control? I have. Releasing our grip on problems or people can make us feel weak and vulnerable. But the reality is that our greatest power comes when we give God control. I hope you will join me as we consider what the Bible tells us about the power of letting go.

Debbie earned a bachelor of science degree in Bible and has enjoyed teaching God’s Word and discipling others on the local church level for over thirty years. She and her husband, Mark, live in northeast Ohio, where Mark serves as the lead pastor at their church. They have been married for thirty-seven years and enjoy spending time with their three adult children, two daughters-in-law, and their grandson. Debbie is the author of two books: “Faith Unhindered: Finding the Freedom to Trust God Completely”, written in a Bible study format; and “Faith Refreshed: A Slow Walk with Jesus”, written as a 30-day devotional through the Gospels.

Since you were a young girl, people may have asked you: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” That question can be confusing and maybe even a little scary, but we are designed by God and He has a specific plan for each of us. Let’s discuss what God’s word says about your future and how to uncover God’s masterpiece of YOU.

Grace Dyson is the founder of Life Design Careers (LDC), Inc. LDC is a career development company committed to helping people uncover and move with intention toward their desired life and career goals. Grace founded her organization after a long career in corporate media, an interest that God gave her as early as 8 years old. Her desire is for everyone, especially young people, to know how wonderfully God has created them and to uncover His purpose for their lives in Christ. Coach Grace is a full-time career coach, author, and a regular speaker and trainer for colleges, career services teams, church and youth groups, and corporations. She also actively serves in the media ministry at her home church.

Teresa Whiting is a national speaker, author, trauma-informed life coach, and host of the Beauty in the Brokenness podcast. She’s the author of Graced: How God Redeems and Restores the Broken.  But more than anything, Teresa is a friend—and a fellow struggler. As a pastor’s wife and ministry leader for over 30 years, Teresa has walked alongside countless women through both their highest joys and their deepest pain. Whether speaking to hundreds from a stage or sitting with one woman on her couch, her passion is the same: helping women recognize the beautiful, redemptive work of Jesus in the midst of their broken stories. 

Teresa and her husband, Greg, have five adult children and three grandsons and are recent empty nesters living in St. Petersburg, Florida. In her happy place, you’ll find her walking the beach, spending time with her family, or exploring God’s creation—untethered from technology. Learn more at teresawhiting.com.