03 | Surrender Over Self-Sufficiency: Learning to Rest as the Real You

In this continuation of my conversation with my sister Michele Romans (from Episode 2), we dive deeper into what it really means to surrender to God—and why it’s the only true path to rest. 

From navigating business dreams and motherhood to learning how to hear from God in everyday moments, this episode is a raw, honest look at what happens when we lay down self-sufficiency and trust the God who sees the real us.

We also reflect on Hebrews 4:9–13 and the freedom that comes when we stop performing and allow ourselves to be fully known by God—mess and all.

Inside this episode:

• Hearing from God in personal and practical ways (including “code words”)
• Co-laboring with God vs. striving on your own
• Why surrender can feel like rest when you trust how God sees you
• What motherhood and ministry can look like in the same season
• And why smart business tactics sometimes conflict with faith-filled obedience

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