Life rarely unfolds the way we imagined. In those moments, many of us tighten our grip, while pushing, trying or angsting ourselves into stress or unhealth.

 

In this episode of the Unhurried Living Podcast, Gem welcomes author and speaker Vivian Mabuni for a thoughtful conversation about surrender, trust, and learning to live with open hands before God.

 

Drawing from her book Open Hands, Willing Heart, Vivian shares honestly about the challenge of saying yes to God in difficult seasons and how deeper peace often emerges not through striving, but through yielding ourselves more fully to his care and leadership.

 

Together they explore:
Why control and striving quietly shape our spiritual lives
How surrender becomes a pathway to peace and purpose
Trusting God when life does not go according to plan
The difference between mechanical faith and relational intimacy with God
Finding courage and joy in uncertain seasons

 

This conversation offers gentle wisdom for anyone navigating disappointment, transition, anxiety, or the longing to follow Jesus in a more grounded and wholehearted way.

 

If you’ve been carrying pressure, trying to hold everything together, or wondering how to trust God more deeply, this episode will encourage you to loosen your grip and rediscover the freedom of open-handed living.

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Connect with Gem on Instagram and learn more on the Unhurried Living website and her new book, Hold That Thought: Sorting Through the Voices in Our Heads

Learn about PACE: Certificate in Leadership and Soul Care

Life rarely unfolds the way we imagined. In those moments, many of us tighten our grip, while pushing, trying or angsting ourselves into stress or unhealth.
&nbsp;
In this episode of the Unhurried Living Podcast, Gem welcomes author and speaker <a href="https://www.vivianmabuni.com/">Vivian Mabuni</a> for a thoughtful conversation about surrender, trust, and learning to live with open hands before God.
&nbsp;
Drawing from her book <a href="https://www.vivianmabuni.com/open-hands-willing-heart">Open Hands, Willing Heart</a>, Vivian shares honestly about the challenge of saying yes to God in difficult seasons and how deeper peace often emerges not through striving, but through yielding ourselves more fully to his care and leadership.
&nbsp;
Together they explore:
<ul>
<li>Why control and striving quietly shape our spiritual lives</li>
<li>How surrender becomes a pathway to peace and purpose</li>
<li>Trusting God when life does not go according to plan</li>
<li>The difference between mechanical faith and relational intimacy with God</li>
<li>Finding courage and joy in uncertain seasons</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
This conversation offers gentle wisdom for anyone navigating disappointment, transition, anxiety, or the longing to follow Jesus in a more grounded and wholehearted way.
&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;ve been carrying pressure, trying to hold everything together, or wondering how to trust God more deeply, this episode will encourage you to loosen your grip and rediscover the freedom of open-handed living.
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Connect with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gemfadling/">Gem on Instagram</a> and learn more on the <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/c807b8df-15a1-423a-8649-9db69f7aa374/shows/2a294677-14cc-4597-8409-8efcedfed2cd/episodes/1ff79710-f260-475a-8a39-22315b98892e/www.unhurriedliving.com/gem">Unhurried Living website</a> and her new book, <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/c807b8df-15a1-423a-8649-9db69f7aa374/shows/2a294677-14cc-4597-8409-8efcedfed2cd/episodes/c6bd1beb-251f-42f0-92ea-21c6790a5380/www.unhurriedliving.com/holdthatthought">Hold That Thought: Sorting Through the Voices in Our Heads</a>
Learn about <a href="https://www.unhurriedliving.com/pace">PACE: Certificate in Leadership and Soul Care</a>

Unhurried Living is a Christian podcast that explores spiritual formation, soul care, Christian leadership, and following Jesus in everyday life. Hosts Alan and Gem Fadling offer biblical wisdom and spiritual practices to help you overcome hurry, anxiety, burnout, and spiritual exhaustion while growing closer to God.

Drawing from more than thirty years of ministry and leadership development, Alan and Gem offer grounded wisdom for the real challenges of everyday life. Through their own reflections and conversations with trusted guests, they help listeners discover simple, grace-filled ways to follow Jesus.

You weren't created to live a hurried life. The life of Jesus was never rushed. Ours often is. If you're longing for a more meaningful and practical way of following Jesus, you're not alone.

If you're ready to embrace a more rooted and connected life with Jesus, welcome. Continue the journey with books, resources, and communities at UnhurriedLiving.com.

Unhurried Living is a&nbsp;Christian podcast&nbsp;that explores&nbsp;spiritual formation,&nbsp;soul care,&nbsp;Christian leadership, and&nbsp;following Jesus&nbsp;in everyday life. Hosts Alan and Gem Fadling offer&nbsp;biblical wisdom&nbsp;and&nbsp;spiritual practices&nbsp;to help you overcome&nbsp;hurry, anxiety, burnout, and spiritual exhaustion&nbsp;while growing closer to God.
Drawing from more than thirty years of ministry and leadership development, Alan and Gem offer grounded wisdom for the real challenges of everyday life. Through their own reflections and conversations with trusted guests, they help listeners discover simple, grace-filled ways to follow Jesus.
You weren't created to live a hurried life.&nbsp;The life of Jesus was never rushed. Ours often is.&nbsp;If you're longing for a more meaningful and practical way of following Jesus, you're not alone.
If you're ready to embrace a more rooted and connected life with Jesus, welcome.&nbsp;Continue the journey with books, resources, and communities at&nbsp;UnhurriedLiving.com.

Unhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead Better

Unhurried Living is a Christian podcast that explores spiritual formation, soul care, Christian leadership, and following Jesus in everyday life. Hosts Alan and Gem Fadling offer biblical wisdom and spiritual practices to help you overcome hurry, anxiety, burnout, and spiritual exhaustion while growing closer to God.

Drawing from more than thirty years of ministry and leadership development, Alan and Gem offer grounded wisdom for the real challenges of everyday life. Through their own reflections and conversations with trusted guests, they help listeners discover simple, grace-filled ways to follow Jesus.

You weren't created to live a hurried life. The life of Jesus was never rushed. Ours often is. If you're longing for a more meaningful and practical way of following Jesus, you're not alone.

If you're ready to embrace a more rooted and connected life with Jesus, welcome. Continue the journey with books, resources, and communities at UnhurriedLiving.com.

Unhurried Living is a Christian podcast that explores spiritual formation, soul care, Christian leadership, and following Jesus in everyday life. Hosts Alan and Gem Fadling offer biblical wisdom and spiritual practices to help you overcome hurry, anxiety, burnout, and spiritual exhaustion while growing closer to God.
Drawing from more than thirty years of ministry and leadership development, Alan and Gem offer grounded wisdom for the real challenges of everyday life. Through their own reflections and conversations with trusted guests, they help listeners discover simple, grace-filled ways to follow Jesus.
You weren't created to live a hurried life.&nbsp;The life of Jesus was never rushed. Ours often is.&nbsp;If you're longing for a more meaningful and practical way of following Jesus, you're not alone.
If you're ready to embrace a more rooted and connected life with Jesus, welcome.&nbsp;Continue the journey with books, resources, and communities at&nbsp;UnhurriedLiving.com.

How to Trust God When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned (Vivian Mabuni)

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