Heaven's Perspective in the Moment

In the latest episode of "Free for the Fruit", host Jill Simons delves into the complexities of maintaining faith and trust in God amidst life’s uncertainties. By sharing personal anecdotes and practical wisdom, Jill provides a comforting perspective on how to stay anchored in God's promises even when the 'why' behind our circumstances remains elusive.

Embracing Uncertainty with Faith

Jill opens the episode by addressing a common struggle among Christians: feeling like others experience more of the Holy Spirit's fruits, such as joy and self-control, than they do. Through this podcast, she aims to help listeners become "free for the fruit" by preparing their hearts and minds to receive the blessings God has in store.

This month’s focus revolves around two new declarations featured on truthbands available in their shop—one for adults and one for kids. These declarations serve as tangible reminders to hold onto faith even when we don’t understand what God is doing in our lives.

The adult-sized truthband declares, "Even when we are hungry to know why, our role is to hope and trust in our savior." Meanwhile, the children's version simplifies this message with, "It's okay if you don't understand. Just keep trusting Jesus and have hope." These bands were designed with a purple friendship bracelet vibe and are available at Pink Salt Riot.

Jill emphasizes that the messages these bands carry are universally applicable to many life situations—from unexpected diagnoses to personal setbacks. The bands encourage standing strong in faith, thereby preventing untruths from taking root in our minds.

One poignant example Jill shares involves her own child, who has special needs. The COVID-19 pandemic forced her to rethink her son's education plans multiple times, leading to a challenging period where he had to attend an online charter school while accompanying her to work daily. Despite the difficulties, Jill clung to her faith, choosing to believe that God would work everything out for good, even when it was hard to see how.

Throughout the episode, Jill stresses the importance of identifying and rejecting the lies that can seep into our minds during tough times. Lies such as "God doesn't want good for us" or "God isn't watching out for us" are detrimental to our spiritual growth and ability to receive the positives of the Holy Spirit. The declarations serve as a counterbalance, reminding us that understanding the 'why' is not a prerequisite for trusting in God's plan.

As Jill concludes, she teases upcoming episodes that will delve deeper into practical ways to sustain hope and trust in God. She will also discuss how to help children develop a similar mindset of faith and resilience, ensuring they grow up grounded in the truth.

In a world full of uncertainties, Jill reminds us that while we may not always understand God’s plans, our role is to trust, hope, and let Him be sovereign over our lives. Whether dealing with minor inconveniences or major life crises, embracing Heaven's perspective can transform our experience, keeping us free for the fruits of the Holy Spirit.

For more insights and to get your own truth bands, visit Pink Salt Riot and join Jill Simons on her journey to faith and understanding.