Summary
Laura Wiffler, a poet, educator, and co-founder of the online ministry Risen Motherhood, shares her journey of faith and writing in a recent interview. Wiffler discusses her latest poetry collection, "This Side of the Sky," which explores the theme of living in the in-between—navigating life on Earth while holding onto the promises of redemption. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing that God is present in our struggles and that the hope of a renewed world awaits believers.
Reflecting on her experience with Risen Motherhood, Wiffler reveals the decision to close the ministry after 11 years, citing a desire to focus more on her writing and personal growth. She highlights the significance of language in connecting with other mothers, advocating for a careful approach to sharing advice that respects individual experiences. Wiffler also discusses the lessons learned from her children, particularly in understanding the true meaning of success and the importance of nurturing their spiritual growth.
Throughout the conversation, Wiffler emphasizes the need for authenticity and vulnerability in motherhood, encouraging women to embrace their imperfections and prioritize their identity in Christ. She believes that by sharing their struggles, mothers can create a supportive community that fosters honesty and connection. Wiffler's insights resonate with many, as she articulates the universal challenges of motherhood while offering hope and encouragement for the journey ahead.
Show Notes
What do you do when life doesn't look the way you hoped, and you're struggling to see God's goodness in the middle of it? It's easy to believe God is good when life is going according to plan, but what about when motherhood feels overwhelming, your circumstances aren't changing, or you're carrying grief that no one else seems to understand? Sometimes the ordinary moments of life are filled with extraordinary challenges, and you find yourself wondering how to hold on to hope when things aren't the way they're supposed to be. In this episode of The Collide Podcast, Willow Weston sits down with bestselling author, poet, and Risen Motherhood co-founder Laura Wifler to talk about finding hope, embracing your identity in Christ, and recognizing God's presence in the middle of everyday life. Drawing from her personal experiences with motherhood, disability, suffering, and her newest poetry collection, This Side of the Sky, Laura shares how we can stop measuring our worth by the world's standards and begin seeing our circumstances through the lens of God's promises. Together, they explore the pressure to be a perfect mom, the lies we believe about ourselves, the comparison trap of social media, and why honest conversations about our struggles can help us feel less alone. Whether you're navigating a difficult season, wrestling with unmet expectations, or simply longing to find God in the ordinary, this conversation will remind you that He is present in your pain, your purpose isn't determined by your circumstances, and there is hope beyond what you can see today. Meet Laura Wifler Laura Wifler is a bestselling author, poet, educator, and co-founder of Risen Motherhood, a ministry that encouraged Christian moms to apply the gospel to everyday parenting. Through her writing and speaking, Laura helps women find biblical truth, encouragement, and hope in the ordinary and often difficult moments of life. As a mother raising a daughter with intellectual disabilities, Laura brings a deeply personal perspective to conversations about motherhood, identity, suffering, and faith. Her newest book, This Side of the Sky, is a collection of poetry exploring the beauty, grief, joy, and longing of living between God's promises and their ultimate fulfillment. In This Episode, You'll Learn How do you find hope when life feels hard? Discover how God's promises offer a bigger perspective when you're navigating grief, suffering, or circumstances you can't change. Are you measuring your worth by the wrong things? Learn how Laura's experience raising a daughter with disabilities reshaped her understanding of success and identity in Christ. Feeling like you're failing as a mom? Find freedom from comparison, unrealistic expectations, and the pressure to get everything right in motherhood. How do you stop believing the lies about yourself? Explore practical ways to replace negative self-talk, insecurity, and cultural expectations with biblical truth. Where is God in the ordinary moments? Learn to recognize His presence in everyday life and find encouragement in the promise that this world isn't the end of your story.
How This Episode Will Encourage You If you're carrying disappointment, questioning your worth, or feeling exhausted by the pressure to measure up, you don't have to have everything figured out to experience God's goodness. He is present in the ordinary, faithful in the difficult, and still writing a story filled with hope. Connect with Laura Wifler Website | Laura Wifler Instagram | @laurawifler Book | This Side of the Sky Risen Motherhood
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