In this heartfelt episode, Leslie opens up about her mother’s legacy of faith and the powerful lessons she discovered while reading through her journals and Bibles after her passing.

Life’s trials can shake us to our core, but they can also become sacred training grounds for the future God has planned for us. Through personal reflection and her mother’s timeless wisdom, Leslie reminds us that:

• Adversity is one of God’s most effective tools for strengthening our faith.
• When God allows adversity, it’s never to hurt us, but to help us.
• We are never alone—He promises to never leave or forsake us.

If you’re walking through loss, pain, or uncertainty, this episode will help you find purpose in the middle of your storm and hope in the fire.

🎁 Free Resource: Download Leslie’s “5 Steps to Becoming an Overcomer” — a simple, faith-based guide to help you reclaim your identity in Christ and walk forward in healing. 👉 https://lesliechermak.myflodesk.com/overcomer

📖 Scripture to Reflect On:

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.” — Romans 8:28

✨ Takeaway: Your trials are not the end of your story—they are training you for the purpose God created you for.

So many women feel “stuck” in old habits, emotional reactions, or patterns they’ve tried to change a thousand times. But today I want to show you something powerful: You are not stuck. You are rewiring.

On this episode, we talk about how small daily choices create big healing, how triggers form habits, and how God uses the renewing of our minds to help us overcome behaviors that no longer serve us. You’ll learn how to interrupt old patterns, create new pathways in your brain, and make room for peace, confidence, and emotional freedom.

If you’ve ever felt frustrated with yourself, this episode will help you breathe again and believe again.

In this episode:

• Why healing often starts with small daily steps
• How habits are formed in the brain (in simple language!)
• What triggers are and why they matter more than the behavior itself
• How interrupting a pattern starts to rewire the brain
• Faith-based ways to replace negative self-talk with truth

Scripture: Romans 12:2 — “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

Free Resource Mentioned: 📘 Download “5 Steps to Becoming an Overcomer” — a free, faith-filled guide to help you take simple steps toward healing and wholeness. 👉 https://lesliechermak.myflodesk.com/overcomer

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In this episode of Hope in the Fire, Leslie invites you to reflect on one simple but life-changing question: Is your health worth investing in?

Many of us pour our energy into others, but neglect our own well-being — emotionally, physically, or spiritually. Leslie shares how true healing comes through partnership with God and why investing in your health is an act of faithful stewardship, not selfishness.

You’ll discover three practical steps you can take this week to begin prioritizing your wellness — without guilt, overwhelm, or huge expense. Because God doesn’t just want to heal your spirit — He wants to restore your whole health.

💫 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why God cares about your whole health — body, mind, and spirit
• The difference between stewardship and striving
• How trauma and emotional wounds affect physical health
• Three small, faithful steps you can take toward healing today
• How to invite God into your wellness journey as your ultimate Healer

🔥 Key Scripture:

“But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,” declares the Lord. — Jeremiah 30:17

💬 Favorite Quotes:

• “Investing in your health isn’t striving — it’s stewardship.”
• “You are worth the investment because you are God’s masterpiece.”
• “Faithful steps lead to powerful transformation.”

🕊️ Call to Action:

What’s one small way you can invest in your wellness this week as a step toward the life God designed for you? Take that step — and tag me @lesliechermak so I can cheer you on!

🎁 Want more? Download my free guide: 5 Steps to Becoming an Overcomer — a biblical roadmap to healing, hope, and lasting transformation. 👉 https://lesliechermak.myflodesk.com/overcomer

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