When the Shepherd Comforts: We Never Lack Hope

01/05/2025 25 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this heartfelt episode of Secure Refuge, we journey through Psalm 23:1 to explore the themes of grief, suffering, and the comforting presence of Christ. Through honest conversation, Cheryl and Missy reflect on how God’s sovereignty and the care of the Good Shepherd offer hope in our darkest moments. This episode reminds us of grace, God’s Word, and the promise that we never suffer alone. It is an invitation to find rest and contentment in Christ, even when life feels overwhelming.Meet Your Co-Hosts:Missy Linkletter is an author, speaker, women’s ministry leader, and grief survivor. Since losing her son Justin in a car accident, she understands suffering in ways many haven’t had to. Missy says, "I didn’t know the Lord’s presence would sustain me in my unchartered grief until He met me in my brokenness. He is still writing my story, and my ‘okay’ looks much different than my ‘before.'"Cheryl Lutz is a speaker, Certified Biblical Counselor, and the author of Securely Held, Finding Significance and Security in the Shelter of God’s Embrace, the 2024 Christian Living Selah Award book of the year. While serving as a pastor’s wife, Cheryl says, "A mental and physical health crisis left me exhausted, desperate, and feeling disqualified for service. But as I laid down my burden of pleasing people, I found my security and significance in God."Cheryl Lutz Website: cheryllutz.comMissy Linkletter Website: missylinkletter.comCheryl Lutz on Instagram: instagram.com/cheryllutz_securelyheldMissy Linkletter on Instagram: instagram.com/missy_linkletter_Cheryl Lutz on Facebook: facebook.com/Cheryl.P.LutzMissy Linkletter on Facebook: facebook.com/timandmissy.linkletterCheryl Lutz on YouTube: youtube.com/@cheryllutz_securelyheld 

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