A single dream changed everything.

In the midst of heartbreak, rejection, and deep searching, Tessa Afshar encountered Jesus in a way she could not explain—and could not ignore. Raised in a Muslim home in the Middle East and shaped by a culture driven by achievement and performance, Tessa carried wounds of loss and abandonment that success could never heal. But in one unforgettable dream by the Sea of Galilee, she experienced the unmistakable love and authority of Christ—and discovered a faithful God who pursues before we even know we are being pursued.

What followed was not a pain-free life, but a redeemed one.

In this deeply honest conversation, Tessa shares how God restored her identity, healed the roots of rejection, walked her through burnout, and ultimately fulfilled the long-buried dream of becoming a writer—far beyond what she imagined possible.

In this episode, you will:

• Be reminded that God’s faithfulness reaches into your darkest seasons.
• Find hope if you are navigating loss, rejection, or unanswered questions.
• Learn how to anchor your identity in God’s acceptance rather than performance.
• Gain insight into healing burnout and hidden wounds at their source.
• Be encouraged to trust that God is still restoring what feels lost.

This is a story of grace that pursues, faithfulness that redeems, and a Savior who reveals Himself personally and powerfully.

The God who met Tessa in a dream is the same faithful God who is writing your story today.

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A life anchored in God’s Word will never be wasted.

In this compelling episode of Her God Story, Dr. Susan Michael shares how a simple decision to read the Bible as a teenager became the foundation for a lifetime of leadership, global influence, and unwavering commitment to God’s purposes for Israel.

From a small-town upbringing to studying in Jerusalem, and ultimately helping build the U.S. branch of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem, Susan’s journey reveals what happens when Scripture moves from the page into the heart. Her story is one of steady obedience, pioneering faith, and trusting God even when the full picture isn’t visible.

In this conversation, you’ll discover:

• How Scripture builds endurance, encouragement, and lasting hope (Romans 15:4)
• What it means to experience the Bible in “3D” so it truly comes alive
• How God clarifies calling through consistent time in His Word
• Why Israel remains biblically significant for believers today
• Encouragement for women navigating leadership, loneliness, or pioneering assignments

If you desire deeper confidence in your calling, greater clarity in confusing times, or a renewed hunger for God’s Word, this episode will strengthen your faith and broaden your understanding of God’s unfolding story.

Joy doesn’t come from holding everything together. It comes from finally letting go.

In this honest and grace-filled conversation, Brayden Brewer shares how surrender—often forged through pain—became the turning point of her story. Through betrayal, illness, broken relationships, and seasons of deep loss, God patiently revealed that true joy isn’t found in control, success, or survival, but in trusting Him completely.

Rooted in Psalm 16, this episode invites you to discover the freedom and peace that follow wholehearted surrender. You’ll be encouraged to release what you’ve been clinging to, lay down false sources of security, and experience the steady joy that comes when God alone becomes your portion.

If you’re exhausted from striving or carrying more than you were meant to hold, this story will remind you that surrender is not the end—it’s the beginning of joy. And the God who meets you there is still writing something beautiful with your life.