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29th Jan 2026

How To Face Fear With God's Help

Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore the powerful theme of fear from a biblical perspective, specifically tailored for the unique challenges faced by single mothers. Drawing from the first day of the devotional, "Courage to Believe: 21 Day Devotional for Single Moms," we discuss how fear can impact our decisions and how to find peace by trusting in God’s promises.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Acknowledge Your Emotions: Recognizing and naming specific fears (scarcity, rejection, loss) can help you manage your response and create healthy distance from the emotion.
  2. Trust vs. Control: Relying on our own strength alone can lead to compromising our values; trusting God means waiting on His timing and provision.
  3. The Power of Scriptural Affirmation: Regularly speaking God's promises, such as Isaiah 41:10, can transform your mindset from one of fear to one of peace and strength.
  4. God as Your Comforter: Just as a parent comforts a child, God provides real assurance and strength, even when our circumstances feel overwhelming.

Episode Breakdown:

0:00 - Introduction to the Solo Mom Journey

A warm welcome to the Solo Moms community. We acknowledge the overwhelming nature of fear and introduce the purpose of today's devotional: finding courage in the midst of life's messiest emotions.

1:55 - Today's Bible Verse: Isaiah 41:10

A focused reading of Isaiah 41:10, highlighting God’s promise to be with us, strengthen us, and uphold us with His righteous right hand.

2:18 - Illustration: Fear’s Impact on Our Choices

My personal reflection on how fear—specifically the fear of being unable to provide—can lead to making compromises we wouldn't otherwise choose. We explore the transition from self-reliance to trusting God.

3:40 - Biblical Application: God’s Assurance

Understanding why God tells us "do not be afraid." We discuss God’s unique ability to see what's ahead and provide real assurance that humans alone cannot offer.

4:36 - Life Application: Managing Real Emotions

A practical look at how to identify and name the specific fears we face daily. This section emphasizes that while our fears may not always be based on reality, our feelings are always real and deserve to be addressed through prayer and patience.

6:14 - Self-Reflection Questions

  1. What fear weighs heaviest on me today?
  2. Which promise from Isaiah 41:10 speaks most to my current situation?

6:44 - Closing Prayer

A heartfelt prayer for forgiveness for moments of doubt and a request for the strength to live life fully resting on God's promises.

7:14 - Recommended Reading & Daily Affirmations

  1. Reading List: Psalm 56:3, 2 Timothy 1:7, Deuteronomy 31:6, Psalm 34:4, and Joshua 1:9.
  2. Today's Affirmations: "I am not afraid; God is with me. His strength gives me courage".

Next Steps

  1. Get the Full Devotional: Grab your copy of "Courage to Believe: 21 Day Devotional for Single Moms" on Amazon. The ebook and Audible versions are coming soon!
  2. Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts on today’s episode in the comments or reach out via the contact information below.

Contact J. Rosemarie here. | Join our Facebook devotional group

https://solomomstalk.mysites.io/podcast-2-copy/courage-over-fear-finding-your-strength-today

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SoloMoms! Talk
Connecting the stories of solo moms globally
Welcome to SoloMoms! Talk podcast where solo (divorced, single, married, widowed) moms share their stories and gain a whole new perspective on their own lives.

Host, J. Rosemarie Francis welcomes dynamic guests who share their personal stories as well as offer helpful tips and strategies to solo moms globally, so they can live more joy-filled lives.

This show brings awareness to the unique experiences of moms raising their kids alone.  Because a solo mom is not always "single". She may be widowed like Shaniqua Garvin: https://bit.ly/3tJ5KSv; or divorced like Nicole Lonzano: https://bit.ly/3HVMzdg: or still married like Allison Banfield: https://bit.ly/3Co9InM.

Single moms make up a whole spectrum of families headed by a woman bearing sole responsibility for raising her children.
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J. Rosemarie Francis

As the solo mom of 3 adult sons, I've experienced life raising children solo. My goal is to connect moms around the world who are raising children alone. I'm not only a podcast host but I also mentor solo moms to Shift, Heal, and Empower themselves to live a transformed life -- to see themselves as God sees them.

My mission is to reduce the number of solo moms worldwide through mentoring, education, and encouraging spiritual growth through my S.H.E. framework.