In this episode of Overwhelmed to Overcomer, Anna McLaughlin is joined by Rachel Jobe, a Christian missionary and author of the award-winning book Let Go! Rachel has a heart for helping driven believers step out of their own way and make space for God to move.
She and her husband have spent the last 10 years in Southeast Asia with their three boys, doing church development work. But a few years ago, Rachel hit a breaking point—feeling frustrated, depressed, and stuck in every aspect of her life. In her book, she shares how God transformed her heart and how we, too, can experience breakthrough by releasing control and trusting in Him.
In this conversation, we dive into the power of letting go and abiding in Christ, discussing how surrendering our plans leads to deeper peace, stronger faith, and greater joy.
Key Topics Discussed:
✔️ Moving beyond a one-way prayer life
✔️ Learning to listen and let God lead
✔️ Overcoming bitterness through true forgiveness
✔️ Trusting God’s plan when emotions resurface
✔️ Surrendering control and embracing God’s timing
✔️ Cultivating faith in marriage instead of seeking control
Scripture References:
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John 15:5 – “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.”
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Isaiah 55:8-9 – “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord.
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Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
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Ephesians 3:20 – “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.”
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Psalm 46:10 – “Be still, and know that I am God.”
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Ephesians 4:31-32 – “Get rid of all bitterness, rage, and anger… Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
Guest Resources & Links:
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Rachel’s Book – Let Go!:
Let Go!: Transform Your Life out of Frustration and Defeat by Giving God Control
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Connect with Rachel:
Rachel Jobe | Instagram, Facebook | Linktree
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