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In this conversation, I talk about what it feels like to hit rejection and closed doors in your creative work, and why that moment is not a verdict on who you are. I share how easy it is to spiral after a no, a ghost, a decline, or a door that just will not open, and I reframe it like this: a closed door is information. It is feedback. It is not identity. It is not proof that you are behind, unqualified, or "not called." We also walk through how to interpret closed doors through a Kingdom lens. Sometimes a closed door is protection. Sometimes it is redirection. Sometimes it is simply timing. And instead of forcing what is not opening, I encourage you to slow down and discern. I give practical next steps for navigating rejection without collapsing into it, including trusting God's timing, using peace as a guide, and doing fruit tests to confirm whether a path is producing what it should. The goal is not to pretend rejection does not hurt. The goal is to keep your footing, stay faithful, and keep moving with wisdom. If you are ready to stop guessing and start building a simple but effective plan to sell your book, join The 7 Day Book Sales Reset HERE 00:00 Facing Rejection and Closed Doors 02:39 Understanding the Spiral of Self-Doubt 05:16 Reframing Closed Doors as Protection 07:41 Closed Doors as Redirection and Preparation 10:27 Practical Steps for Navigating Closed Doors 13:13 The Importance of Trusting God's Timing 15:53 The Peace and Fruit Tests 18:23 The Spiral Interruption Plan 21:17 Recognizing and Responding to Triggers 23:40 The Power of Faithfulness and Persistence 26:10 Invitation to the Seven Day Book Sale Reset
When her mother is absorbed into the local flesh monolith, Kayla struggles with her identity and looks for a way in. Content warnings: Violence, nudity, racism/discrimination, body horror Copyright © 2026 khōréō magazine. Story by Mary Miseon Wu, edited by Zhui Ning Chang. Audio edition read by Elissa Park and Alice Shuang Wu, with production and casting by Jenelle DeCosta. Subscribe to khōréō at Weightless Books or on Patreon. Visit khoreomag.com for more stories and follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @KhoreoMag for the latest news and updates. Music: This Too Shall Pass by Scott Buckley https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported CC BY 3.0
Have you ever wondered what God can do with closed doors and detours? As we look back over the past 30 years, Pastor Mark reveals how unexpected challenges—from a blizzard-canceled launch to sudden theater closures—became divine stepping stones to immeasurably more. Drawing from Revelation 3:7-8, he shares how God transformed setbacks into setups, ultimately leading to a city block campus, the Miracle Theater, and bold new visions including an urban sportsplex. Whether you're facing roadblocks or dreaming bigger, this message illuminates how God uses life's interruptions to orchestrate His perfect plan. Don't miss this powerful testimony of faith, persistence, and divine timing! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sermon preached to Stafford Baptist Church on Sunday, January 4th by Kelton Zacharias.
Mark 6 takes us to Nazareth where Jesus is amazed, but not in a good way. Jesus teaches his disciples and us to depend on him, not on the security we find in the world. Finally, we'll look at Herod's foolish promise that cost John the Baptist his life.Look for additional resources, including PDFs for discussion and additional study, on Amberalbeeswenson.org.
Today's episode dives into something we all face in life... Closed doors. Opportunities or things we want in life that never come. As Thomas Edison famously found 1000 ways how not to make a lightbulb, we must have the patience and belief in God's plan for us. How does Alec apply this to his life? Let's dive in - Welcome back to the Forged Ingold Podcast!If you like the show please subscribe and leave a 5 star rating - that and texting it to a friend are the easiest ways you can help us grow.
Sometimes we are disappointed because the thing we hope for didn't come to pass. Why did God close that door? Pastor Alini shares a compelling message about the importance of trusting God when doors close. For more about ConnectCommunity, visit: https://www.connectcommunity.org
In this Thanksgiving episode of Pastors' Wives Tell All, we share our favorite holiday traditions, personal stories, and the deeper lessons God has taught us through gratitude. From funny family moments to unexpected “closed doors,” we reflect on how God's redirection often leads to greater blessings than we ever imagined.The conversation dives into gratitude for unanswered prayers, the joy found in life's inconveniences, and the beauty of recognizing God's hand in every season. Whether it's relationships that didn't work out, changes that felt uncomfortable, or prayers that seemed to go unheard, we remind you that every “no” can lead to a better “yes.”Join us for laughter, reflection, and a reminder that God's plan is always worth thanking Him for—even when it looks different than we expected.Takeaways:Thanksgiving traditions can look different for everyone.Closed doors often lead to unexpected blessings.Gratitude for unanswered prayers reveals God's greater plan.Even inconveniences can carry joy and purpose.Recognizing God's provision deepens spiritual growth.Being present and thankful in every season brings peace and perspective.Get all the info about our next pastors' wives retreat and apply here:https://www.pastorswivestellall.com/attendaretreatTo purchase the BOOK, head here: https://pastorswivestellall.com/bookTo shop our MERCH, head here: https://pastorswivestellall.com/shopWant to support the Pastors' Wives Tell All podcast ministry? Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/pastorswivestellall SUBSCRIBE: Sign up for our email list and receive updates on new episodes, free gifts, and all the fun! Email sign up HERE!CONTACT US: hello@pastorswivestellall.comFOLLOW US:Website: pastorswivestellall.comInstagram: @pastorswivestellallFacebook: @pastorswivestellallJESSICA:Instagram: @jessica_taylor_83, @come_away_missions, @do_good_project__Facebook: Come Away Missions, Do Good ProjectWebsites: Do Good Project, Come Away MissionsJENNA:Instagram: @jennaallen, @jennaallendesignFacebook: @JennaAllenDesignWebsite: Jenna Allen DesignSTEPHANIE:Instagram: @msstephaniegilbertFacebook: I Literally LOLWebsite: Stephanie Gilbert
In this heartfelt episode of *Made for Impact*, Petia Kolibova explores one of the most difficult yet powerful truths of faith — that sometimes God's greatest blessings come through His ‘no.' When prayers go unanswered and doors close, it can feel like rejection. But often, it's divine protection and preparation for something better. Through personal stories and biblical insights, Petia shares how to reframe disappointment, trust God's timing, and find peace when life doesn't go according to your plans. This episode will encourage you to see God's hand in every ‘no,' knowing He's working behind the scenes for your good.
Sunday Teaching: 10.12.2025Teaching by: Xavier Brasseur
Date: September 28, 2025Series: Acts - The Church on MissionPassage: Acts 16:6-40Preacher: Pastor Edgar Aponte
Our relationship with Jesus isn't a secret to be hoarded; it is a story to be heralded! The disciples were seated behind closed doors (sounds like a lot of churches). Jesus wanted them out, giving away what they had been given. Let's see how these early followers went from panic to peace, from perplexity to purpose, and from protection to power. It's a great journey. Are you up for it?
So many of us have walked through unexpected seasons of grief and loss. When those seasons hit, it feels impossible to know how to put one foot in front of the other or we don't know how to best support our friends through it. Today we answer, “What do I do when my season suddenly shifts?” Kate and I met a couple of months ago when I was on the road for a speaking event. She has walked through the tragic death of her adult son and has SO generously agreed to share with us what she wished someone had shared with her when that pain was fresh. Whether you've dealt with a similar situation or you're close to someone who has, I encourage you to lean in to the perspective and encouragement Kate shares with us about what it looks like to honor and grieve and keep living and keep loving even when we don't think we have it in us. If you're following along in your TSF Seasons Guidebook, we're on page 92 (*we moved this date*). The guidebook is available for you at anniefdowns.com/seasons. Similar episodes you may find helpful: When Winter is Breaking Your Heart with Lindsay Sherbondy- Episode 952 Trusting God with Open and Closed Doors with Craig Thompson- Episode 986 . . . . . Want to watch this episode? Watch on your Spotify App, or head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . . . Join us in reading the Gospels together this month over on the Let's Read the Gospels podcast! . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! BetterHelp: Our friends get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN. AG1: If you're ready to turn down the stress, and focus on the rest, head to drinkag1.com/soundsfun to get a FREE Frother with your first purchase of AGZ. Wayfair: From comfy recliners to cozy bedding and autumn decor, find it all for way less at Wayfair.com. Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/THATSOUNDSFUN. Our Place: Visit fromourplace.com/TSF and use code TSF for 10% off sitewide. Boll and Branch: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at BollAndBranch.com/THATSOUNDSFUN. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/soundsfun. NIV Application Bible: If you're looking for a new Bible or know someone you'd like to gift a Bible to, I highly recommend the NIV Application Bible! Helix Sleep: Go to helixsleep.com/thatsoundsfun for 27% off sitewide! Thrive Market: Go to ThriveMarket.com/THATSOUNDSFUN to get 30% off your first order and a free $60 gift. NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our relationship with Jesus isn't a secret to be hoarded; it is a story to be heralded! The disciples were seated behind closed doors (sounds like a lot of churches). Jesus wanted them out, giving away what they had been given. Let's see how these early followers went from panic to peace, from perplexity to purpose, and from protection to power. It's a great journey. Are you up for it?
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Tuesday August 26, 2025XI Week after PentecostIn today's episode, we see how God's purposes move forward—even in the midst of power struggles, unexpected detours, and moments of deep need. In 2 Samuel 3:6-21, political maneuvering threatens to derail David's rise, yet God's plan presses on. In Acts 16:6-15, Paul and his companions are redirected by the Spirit, leading them to Lydia—a woman whose open heart sparks a gospel breakthrough in Europe. And in Mark 6:30-46, Jesus meets weary disciples and hungry crowds with compassion, reminding us that He alone is our true source of rest and provision.✨ Join us as we explore how God #guides , #provides and #sustains —even when the road ahead looks uncertain.
These verses encourage us to walk in step with the Spirit. He sometimes leads us in ways we may not understand but if we follow Him we will see Him accomplish His purpose and will in and through our lives. By Dave Bartlett
Closed doors are not always signs of failure—they can be sacred signs of favour. They are the Universe's way of rerouting us toward our true path.What You'll Hear in This Episode:Why rejection and disappointment often feel personal — but aren'tHow to navigate the pain of being ghosted without losing your sense of selfWhat to do when a business, dream, or relationship failsThe deeper meaning behind closed doors in our livesReal-life examples and stories that reveal the blessings in disguisePowerful affirmations to help you move forward with faithA soulful closing reflection and guided visualisationKey Quotes from the Episode:“Sometimes, the most loving answer life can give us is a ‘no.'”“The way people leave says more about them than it does about our value.”“Failure isn't a dead end. It's a detour with hidden wisdom.”“Every ‘no' contains an invisible ‘yes' that we only understand in hindsight.”“You're not being punished — you're being protected.”CONFESSIONS is now available: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/confessions-book/ Thank you for joining me on this MIRROR TALK podcast journey. Please subscribe on any platform and remember to leave a review and rating.Stay connected: https://linktr.ee/mirrortalkpodcast More inspiring episodes and show notes are here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/ Your opinions, thoughts, suggestions, and comments are important to us. Share them here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/your-opinion-matters/ Support us by becoming a Patron. Please consider subscribing to one or more of our offerings at http://patreon.com/MirrorTalk All proceeds will help improve the quality of our work and outreach, so we can serve you better.We use and trust these podcasting tools, software, and gear. We've partnered with amazing platforms to give our Mirror Talk community exclusive deals and discounts: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/mirror-talks-recommended-podcasting-tools-exclusive-discounts/
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Closed Doors and Greater Plans | The Book of Acts
“Closed Doors (Acts 16:6–10)” Ever had a dream die? A plan crumble? A door slam shut right on your fingers while you were trying to pry it open in Jesus' name? Yeah. Us too. Paul had the Spirit of Jesus tell him “Nope” (twice!) before finally getting a vision to head somewhere he hadn't even planned. Turns out God is better at Google Maps than we are. This message is for anyone who's ever been frustrated by redirection and divine silence. Spoiler: Closed doors might be the best thing that ever happened to you. Join us: https://www.NewChurch.Love Please Help support more content like this by texting the word “Give” to 832-400-5299.
A few years ago, Twitter Beach was one of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity places to be. Nowadays, the beach and Twitter execs are harder to find. Instead of the flashy fireside chats and branded lounges, X's execs are found behind closed doors, quietly courting marketers and media buyers against a backdrop of lawsuits, Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM)'s disbanding and political crosshairs. It's a clear sign that the platform's role in the ad ecosystem– and culture overall–has dramatically shifted. In this episode of the podcast, platforms reporter Krystal Scanlon joins host Kimeko McCoy about Twitter, now X, and what its retreat from the Cannes beachfront says about its relationship with advertisers, as well as TikTok's head in the sand mentality around the ban.
Today on the show, we're answering the question, “How do I change seasons well?" If you've been around here for a while you know Craig Thompson (or CRAIGLES or the prince as we called him around the office). He used to be part of our media team here at AFD, Inc. but last fall he and his wife, Hannah, moved to Indiana. SOO many of you talk to me about deciding whether or not to move or figuring out what to do if a season is changing and I think you're going to love this conversation with Craig. We're going to talk about transitioning from “a good season to a good season”...what it looked like for Craig and Hannah to decide to move…making decisions as a single person vs a couple…and then we're going to talk about some advice if you're starting to feel the inkling of a season change. If you're following along in your TSF Seasons Guidebook, we're on page 58. And be on the lookout in your inboxes today, because we're emailing out the summer pages! If you don't have a copy of the TSF Seasons Guidebook, it's the perfect time to jump in with us as we get ready to start a new season. You can find everything you need at anniefdowns.com/seasons . . . . . Want to watch this episode? Watch on your Spotify app, or head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe! . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Ritual: Get 25% off your first month, only at ritual.com/THATSOUNDSFUN. WayFair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop a huge outdoor selection. KiwiCo: Get $15 off on your Summer Adventure Series at kiwico.com/THATSOUNDSFUN. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN to get 10% off your first month. Geviti: Visit gogeviti.com/thatsoundsfun and use code TSF for the month of June for 20% off your first three months of membership. Thrive Market: Head over to ThriveMarket.com/THATSOUNDSFUN to get 30% off your first order and a FREE $60 gift. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/soundsfun. Helix Sleep: Go to helixsleep.com/thatsoundsfun for 20% off sitewide. Make sure you enter our show name after checkout so they know we sent you! StoryWorth: save $15 during their Father's Day sale when you go to storyworth.com/thatsoundsfun! If you'd like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . If you loved this episode and you're looking for another one with some HGTV stars, go back and listen to our TSF couples episode from 2019 with The stars of Flip or Flop Atlanta, Ken and Anita Corsini. I think you'll really be moved by their story. . . . . . Spread the Word. Leave a Rating and Review. It would mean the world to me if you would rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts and leave us a brief review! You can do the same on Spotify as well. Your ratings and reviews help us spread the word to new friends! And your feedback lets me know how I can better serve you. . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. #thatsoundsfunpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When God opens a door, He almost always opens the heart of someone on the other side. The Apostle Paul was no stranger to this truth. God opened doors for him in ministry all the time, and almost without exception, Paul walked through them and helped lead someone to faith in Christ. Coming up next, a wonderful story of faith and redemption from Ron's teaching series, “Paul: Surprised by Grace.”
When God closes a door, He doesn't always open a window. Sometimes He opens a better door. There may not be a better illustration of how God opens some doors and closes others than Paul's second missionary journey. Plenty of practical lessons for us to learn during this season of Paul's life, including some of the ways we can know and discern God's will for our lives. Stay with us now as Ron moves forward in his teaching series, “Paul: Surprised by Grace.”
Ambassador Ron Kirk, former Mayor of Dallas and US Trade Representative
In this powerful lecture, we share the four essential keys to help overcome life's challenges and unlock closed doors.
There are often doors we try to open but God closes, but when God opens a door nobody can shut it. Pastor Larry Lucas, who is the newly installed pastor at Bethel Reformed Methodist in Covington Louisian, joins the podcast to talk about his journey with open and closed doors.
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In this powerful episode, we explore the emotional and often unseen journey of a mother's love. Sheryl Marazzo is a force of nature—fierce, steady, and filled with a bright hope. Living a life woven with heartbreak and tragedy, her resilience and sheer will drove her to find happiness and peace right alongside the unimaginable. As a mom to three children—one living with a rare disease, one a rare disease carrier, and one battling addiction—she brings honesty, humor, and deep heart to a conversation about survival, sacrifice, and the unexpected ways we figure out how to keep going. A long-time advocate and nonprofit founder, Sheryl's story is framed by Duchenne muscular dystrophy, but beyond labels and medical conditions, hers is simply a story about being fully human.
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The Mystery of God's Will
Acts 16:5-15, Revelation 3:7-9 / February 12-13, 2025 Looking at Revelation 3 and Acts 16, Pastor Chuck Swindoll reveals how the Lord uses shut doors to lead His people through better doors with greater opportunities. From the Series: The Mystery of God's Will read more
The Mystery of God's Will
Acts 16:5-15, Revelation 3:7-9 / February 12-13, 2025 Looking at Revelation 3 and Acts 16, Pastor Chuck Swindoll reveals how the Lord uses shut doors to lead His people through better doors with greater opportunities. From the Series: The Mystery of God's Will read more
Acts 16:5-15, Revelation 3:7-9 / February 12-13, 2025 Looking at Revelation 3 and Acts 16, Pastor Chuck Swindoll reveals how the Lord uses shut doors to lead His people through better doors with greater opportunities. From the Series: The Mystery of God's Will read more
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