When It All Goes Sideways

Join Laura Mary Phelps, host of the Good Friday Sister podcast, as she concludes her four-week series: Creating a Holy Rhythm: Finding Peace In A World That Never Stops, with an important reality check: When life gets hard, a prayer routine is often the first thing to go. In today’s episode, Laura speaks honestly about struggling to maintain a prayer life when it feels like God has abandoned you, and addresses our need for a deeper “why.” Grab a pen and paper and get ready as Laura gets super practical, draws on the wisdom of the saints, and shares a three-step strategy that helps her hold on to God when interruptions tempt her to drift away. Pour the coffee. Get ready. This is a good one. **Key Takeaways.** When you struggle to maintain your routine: 1\. Choose Faith Over Feelings 2\. Make No Changes in Times of Suffering 3\. Keep It Simple **Key Scripture.** **James 4:6:** God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble. **Resources & Links Mentioned:** Saint Teresa of Avila Saint Thérèse of Lisieux Saint Paul of the Cross Saint Ignatius of Loyola Bible Hub: Topical Encyclopedia: Purification Jackie Mulligan, Reform Wellness Rules for the Discernment of Spirits Dan Burke, Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits **Want to stay in the know?** Subscribe to Good Friday Sister on your favorite platform. **Want to support Good Friday Sister?** *Subscribe to Laura’s Substack* Words & Birds. Paid subscribers receive access to exclusive bonus episodes. **Want to invite Laura to speak at your event?** Head on over to her website. **Want to see more?** *Connect on Instagram:* @laura\_m\_phelps This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit phelpslauramary.substack.com/subscribe