
Breaking the Cycle: Lies, Bitterness, and the "I AM"Untitled Episode
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"Our God is I AM... and the I AM lives today and helps you right where you are."
Pastor Ricky Howard joins Austin Gardner for the second installment of his incredible journey from trauma to trust. In this episode, Ricky gets honest about the anger and bitterness that grew from his past and how it began to poison his relationships.
We often hold onto our pain so long that it starts to feel like our name. Austin and Ricky explore how to let go of that false identity and embrace a restoration that is only possible through unconditional mercy.
Highlights include:
- Identifying the "Lies" that keep us in bondage.
- The story of how Ricky met his wife, April, and the grace that built their home.
- Moving from "who I was" to who God says "I AM."
- A message for those who feel they have held onto their pain for too long.
If you are exhausted from trying to "fix" your past, listen in. There is a path to peace that doesn’t depend on your performance, but on His goodness.
Links Mentioned:
- Alignment Ministries: https://alignmentministries.com
- Followed by Mercy Hub: https://waustingardner.com
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