Have you ever prayed for something so specifically that you could picture exactly what the answer should look like, only to watch the years go by while nothing happened?

Eventually you stop expecting anything at all. You start praying with your eyes half-closed, bracing for disappointment instead of watching for good.

In this episode, Rachel opens up Psalm 81:10, where God says, "Open your mouth wide, and I will fill it," and Psalm 77:14, where a man in the pit fights his way back to faith by remembering what God has already done. Together they show us how to live with real expectancy again, while also asking God for the vision to recognize His answers when they arrive in a shape we never would have drawn. Rachel shares a story from her own life that's unfolding right now, a "more than you ask or imagine" moment she gave up on more than a decade ago that God was quietly setting up the whole time.

You'll discover:
Why expectancy is built on memory, not wishful thinking
How to keep praying with hope after you've been disappointed before
What to do when you're afraid you'll miss God's answer because it doesn't match your picture
How remembering what God has done becomes a weapon in the warring season
Why God's timing and His methods so often look nothing like ours (and why that's good news)

If you've been carrying an old prayer you quietly let go of, this episode is your reminder to keep your eyes open and your mouth open wide. You just never know what God wants to do, or how, or when.

Resources Mentioned:
Preorder Praying through Life's Battles: battleprayers.com
Free Pray Through It Battle Plan: battleprayers.com

Have you ever prayed for something so specifically that you could picture exactly what the answer should look like, only to watch the years go by while nothing happened?
Eventually you stop expecting anything at all. You start praying with your eyes half-closed, bracing for disappointment instead of watching for good.
In this episode, Rachel opens up Psalm 81:10, where God says, "Open your mouth wide, and I will fill it," and Psalm 77:14, where a man in the pit fights his way back to faith by remembering what God has already done. Together they show us how to live with real expectancy again, while also asking God for the vision to recognize His answers when they arrive in a shape we never would have drawn. Rachel shares a story from her own life that's unfolding right now, a "more than you ask or imagine" moment she gave up on more than a decade ago that God was quietly setting up the whole time.
You'll discover:
<ul dir="auto">
<li>Why expectancy is built on memory, not wishful thinking</li>
<li>How to keep praying with hope after you've been disappointed before</li>
<li>What to do when you're afraid you'll miss God's answer because it doesn't match your picture</li>
<li>How remembering what God has done becomes a weapon in the warring season</li>
<li>Why God's timing and His methods so often look nothing like ours (and why that's good news)</li>
</ul>
If you've been carrying an old prayer you quietly let go of, this episode is your reminder to keep your eyes open and your mouth open wide. You just never know what God wants to do, or how, or when.
Resources Mentioned:
<ul dir="auto">
<li>Preorder Praying through Life's Battles: <a href="https://battleprayers.com">battleprayers.com</a></li>
<li>Free Pray Through It Battle Plan: <a href="https://battleprayers.com">battleprayers.com</a></li>
</ul>

How do I pray during challenging times? How can I grow closer to God despite life's hardships? How can I find peace and purpose when life feels overwhelming and stressful?

Welcome to the Untangling Prayer with Rachel Wojo podcast, a sanctuary where we navigate the storms of life together, uncovering clarity and calm through faith, prayer, and practical wisdom.

Each week, author Rachel Wojo brings heartfelt conversations and insightful advice on living a life of peace and purpose. We dive deep into prayer, managing stress, overcoming anxiety, and finding joy amid trials. Through inspiring stories of individuals who have found hope and strength in their faith, you'll gain practical tips to help you navigate challenges.

Rachel's compassionate guidance will help you clear your mind, calm your heart, and draw closer to God, no matter what you're facing. With every episode, you'll learn how to untangle the knots of life and discover the peace and purpose you've been longing for.

You might be feeling overwhelmed. You might be feeling too paralyzed to pray.

But you have a home here. Together, we can find the strength to move forward.

Join Rachel Wojo on this journey of untangling life, one step at a time. You'll find all Rachel's resources HERE.

How do I pray during challenging times? How can I grow closer to God despite life's hardships? How can I find peace and purpose when life feels overwhelming and stressful?
Welcome to the Untangling Prayer with Rachel Wojo podcast, a sanctuary where we navigate the storms of life together, uncovering clarity and calm through faith, prayer, and practical wisdom.
Each week, author <a href="https://rachelwojo.com">Rachel Wojo</a> brings heartfelt conversations and insightful advice on living a life of peace and purpose. We dive deep into prayer, managing stress, overcoming anxiety, and finding joy amid trials. Through inspiring stories of individuals who have found hope and strength in their faith, you'll gain practical tips to help you navigate challenges.
Rachel's compassionate guidance will help you clear your mind, calm your heart, and draw closer to God, no matter what you're facing. With every episode, you'll learn how to untangle the knots of life and discover the peace and purpose you've been longing for.
You might be feeling overwhelmed. You might be feeling too paralyzed to pray.
But you have a home here. Together, we can find the strength to move forward.
Join Rachel Wojo on this journey of untangling life, one step at a time. You'll find all Rachel's resources <a href="https://rachelwojo.com">HERE.</a>

Untangling Prayer with Rachel Wojo

Have you ever whispered "God, please" and wondered if it even counted as a prayer?

Untangling Prayer is for women who want to pray but feel stuck, exhausted, or at a loss for words. Each week, we dig into the hard questions —like how to pray when God feels silent or when you're too tired to try. Then we get practical. You'll walk away with real steps you can take today.

We all need the reminder that prayer matters, so every episode ends with a true story of answered prayer to remind you: God is listening, and He still answers prayer today.

I'm Rachel Wojo. I've prayed from hospital hallways and from the floor of my closet. I've been Hannah, pleading for something impossible. Prayer isn't a theory. It's my guide for both surviving and thriving.

About the host: Rachel Wojo is a Christian speaker and author who helps women pray when life is falling apart. She spent 22 years as a caregiver for her daughter Taylor, who had a terminal illness, and has walked through the loss of both her parents. Rachel is the author of Desperate Prayers and Praying the Promises of Godand speaks at women's retreats and conferences nationwide. Find her at rachelwojo.com.

 

Have you ever whispered "God, please" and wondered if it even counted as a prayer?
Untangling Prayer is for women who want to pray but feel stuck, exhausted, or at a loss for words. Each week, we dig into the hard questions &mdash;like how to pray when God feels silent or when you're too tired to try. Then we get practical. You'll walk away with real steps you can take today.
We all need the reminder that prayer matters, so every episode ends with a true story of answered prayer to remind you: God is listening, and He still answers prayer today.
I'm Rachel Wojo. I've prayed from hospital hallways and from the floor of my closet. I've been Hannah, pleading for something impossible. Prayer isn't a theory. It's my guide for both surviving and thriving.
About the host: Rachel Wojo is a Christian speaker and author who helps women pray when life is falling apart. She spent 22 years as a caregiver for her daughter Taylor, who had a terminal illness, and has walked through the loss of both her parents.&nbsp;Rachel is the author of&nbsp;<a href="https://desperateprayers.com">Desperate Prayers</a> and <a href="https://promisesprayerjournal.com">Praying the Promises of God</a><a href="https://promisesprayerjournal.com"> </a>and speaks at women's retreats and conferences nationwide.&nbsp;Find her at <a href="https://rachelwojo.com">rachelwojo.com.</a>
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Why God's Answer Looked Nothing Like You Expected

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