Significant Women with Carol McLeod | Carol Mcleod Ministries

Taking God’s Scenic Route with Edie Melson

Significant Women with Carol McLeod | Carol Mcleod Ministries

Show Notes

On today’s episode Carol McLeod talks with author and photographer Edie Melson about her journey to faith, her 45 year marriage, the heartbreaking loss of her daughter in law, and how daily Bible reading sustained her. Edie shares her life message that most roadblocks are really detours on God’s scenic path, offers practical hope for weary women, and closes with a prayer for those walking through hard seasons. Make a cup of coffee or a tall glass of ice tea and tune in for a heartfelt conversation between friends!

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