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#CST - Don't Hold Back - Pt 1 - (#CST119)

• Simon & Ben

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🎙️ Podcast Intro – Part One: Walking Through the Storm
With Simon & Reverend Ben

Wow… What kind of week have you had?
Has it felt like the weight of the world landed on your shoulders? Like every direction you turned, there was another battle? The pressure, the stress, the emotional wear and tear — it’s real. And sometimes, it feels relentless. The bullets of the enemy don’t just come in physical form — they come through worry, fear, doubt, discouragement, and isolation.

But here's the truth: God is not silent in your storm.

In this powerful episode, join Simon and Reverend Ben as they step into the reality of what it looks like to live out your faith in the fire. This isn’t surface-level encouragement — it’s deep, raw, and real. This is for those who feel like they’re barely holding it together, those walking through storms they never saw coming.

The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 4:12–14:

“When you walk, your steps will not be hampered;
 when you run, you will not stumble. Hold on to instruction, do not let it go;
 guard it well, for it is your life.”

There’s a promise here — that even in chaos, God orders your steps. He doesn't promise life without hardship, but He promises you won't walk alone. When your strength is gone, His strength takes over. When you're confused, His Word lights the way.

This episode isn’t just a conversation — it’s a lifeline.

🛑 Are you struggling to breathe spiritually?
 đꛑ Are you tired of fighting battles that don’t seem to end?
 đꛑ Do you feel like no one sees your pain?

Then this is for you.

Let Simon and Reverend Ben walk with you. Pray with you. Remind you that you were built to withstand the storm — because the One who calms the wind and waves is with you.

đź’¬ So grab your Bible, your coffee, or your quiet corner.
 Let’s walk through this together.

Don’t give up. Don’t look back. And don’t hold back.
God’s not done with your story.

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