“Are You Carrying More Than God Asked You To Carry?” With Kaitlin Chappell Rogers, Kaley Olson, and Meredith Brock
The Proverbs 31 Ministries PodcastShow Notes
Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try … it’s still not enough? In today’s episode, Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson sit down with Proverbs 31 Ministries team member Kaitlin Chappell Rogers to talk about the quiet pressure so many of us carry — the pressure to do more, be better, and somehow hold everything together. But what if the reason you feel stuck isn’t because you’re falling behind … but because you’ve been carrying more than God ever asked you to?
Through powerful storytelling, biblical Truth, and a fresh look at Exodus 16, Kaitlin helps us uncover the root of our overwhelm and invites us into a different way of living — one that’s marked by surrender, not striving.
If you’ve been exhausted by trying to “get it right,” this conversation will feel like a deep breath for your soul. You’ll learn: Why “doing better” might not mean what you think it does. How comparison has shifted from stealing joy to distorting identity. What the story of manna reveals about overconsumption and overwhelm. How to recognize what’s actually distracting you or fueling discontent. A simple, practical way to audit your life and refocus on what matters most. Resources From This Episode: Get Kaitlin’s upcoming book: She Just Won’t Quit: Embracing the Practice of Everyday Perseverance. Preorder your copy wherever books are sold, and be encouraged to keep showing up, even when it feels hard. Join us at the She Speaks Conference (July 16-18, Charlotte, NC). If you’ve been feeling the nudge to step into what God is calling you to — this is your moment. Join us for a life-changing weekend of equipping, encouragement, and connection. Capstone Wellness provides residential treatment and custom therapy intensives that retrace hurt to the roots in a Christ-centered environment. Learn more at Capstonewellness.com/proverbs31 Follow Proverbs 31 Ministries on social media. Let us interrupt your scroll with truth that meets you right where you are. Download a transcript of this episode here.
Want More on This Topic? If today’s episode inspired you to evaluate the thoughts that keep you stuck, check out this Therapy & Theology episode titled “What Does It Mean To Be Mentally Healthy?” with counselor Jim Cress.
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