Our sister, Ellissa Petrenko, shares her entire story for the first time of how she escaped from Ukraine when Russia first invaded. At 9 months pregnant, she and her husband woke up to the sound of bombs being dropped near their house just outside of Kyiv. Without time to pack sufficient bags, they fled to safety over a terrifying and strenuous five day journey. Their faith in God and trust in Him proved to be an unshakable anchor in the midst of so much chaos.
Escaping From Ukraine at 9 Months Pregnant (w/ Ellissa Petrenko)
Our Sister's Terrifying Escape From Ukraine and the Birth Of Her Baby with Ellissa Petrenko
Ep. 074 – It was a terrifying day for everyone in the country of Ukraine. The people of Ukraine woke up very early to radio stations and TV channels announcing that Russia had invaded their beloved homeland. Our sister woke up to sounds of bombing not far from her house. It was (and is) a literal nightmare.
We have the honor of hearing from our sister, Ellissa Petrenko, for her very first interview about that terrifying day (and the days that followed). Listen as she shares the five day journey of trying to escape the country, all while being nine months pregnant.
This is also a great reminder to continue praying for all the people of Ukraine. Pray first and foremost that they would come to know Jesus in a personal way.
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Not Part of the Plan: Trusting God with the Twists and Turns of Your Story
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Did we Ever Like the Same Guy at the Same Time?
As sisters who are less than two years apart in age, we’ve always been each other’s greatest encouragement and greatest competition. A popular question the Sisterhood asks us regularly is this: “Did you both ever like the same guy at the same time?!” We’re here to honestly answer that question once and for all. Plus we’re going to share what we’re learned over the years on how to genuinely cheer each on throughout the ups and downs of every season of life.
When Guy DRAMA Gets Out of Control (BOOK CLUB WEEK EIGHT)
Ep. 073 – Guy drama is a HUGE issue for many women. It can quite literally tear good friendships apart. Women who were once the best of friends end up going their separate ways… over a guy! Kristen and Bethany are no strangers to the drama of who-likes-who and the comparison that plagues many friendships.
In today's episode, they are going to unpack how to focus on and live for what truly matters. You don't have to let the good (or bad) going on in other peoples lives to ruin yours. You can thrive EVEN if your life isn't going the way that you wanted it to.
Let's dig into God's Word and figure out how to live fully for Christ, even when it's hard.
Not Part of the Plan: Trusting God with the Twists and Turns of Your Story
Sex, Purity and the Longings of a Girl's Heart Book
8-Week Girl Defined Mentorship Course
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When Guy DRAMA Gets Out of Control
Ep. 073 – Guy drama is a HUGE issue for many women. It can quite literally tear good friendships apart. Women who were once the best of friends end up going their separate ways… over a guy! Kristen and Bethany are no strangers to the drama of who-likes-who and the comparison that plagues many friendships.
In today's episode, they are going to unpack how to focus on and live for what truly matters. You don't have to let the good (or bad) going on in other peoples lives to ruin yours. You can thrive EVEN if your life isn't going the way that you wanted it to.
Let's dig into God's Word and figure out how to live fully for Christ, even when it's hard.
Not Part of the Plan: Trusting God with the Twists and Turns of Your Story
Sex, Purity and the Longings of a Girl's Heart Book
8-Week Girl Defined Mentorship Course
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Bethany’s Story of Loss & Heartbreak Over the Past Year
I never imagined I’d be sharing a story like this one. It’s crazy to think that I finished writing a book on trusting God just before all of this happened.
This is real life. This is what trusting God looks like in the midst of the hard.
Grab a copy of my book “Not Part of the Plan: Trusting God with the Twists and Turns of Your story.” Learn to trust God with me in every season of life.
