Your Story Isn’t Over

Rebuilding Life After Spiritual Collapse

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In this conversation with Ken Primus on the Threads of Enlightenment podcast, I share my journey through faith, loss, and rebuilding — from growing up in a Christian family, to pursuing computer science, to eventually answering the call to ministry.

We explore the challenges of navigating an unequally yoked marriage, the devastation of losing my husband Reggie, and the slow, faithful process of rebuilding life and faith after loss. I talk honestly about what it means to experience a “dark night” even when you’re deeply connected to your faith — and how God’s presence shows up in the darkness, not just the deliverance.

Key Themes:

  • Faith and family dynamics
  • The unexpected path from computer science to ministry
  • Navigating faith differences in marriage
  • Finding purpose in grief
  • Rebuilding after loss
  • Lessons from darkness and hope

Takeaways:

  • God is present even in the darkest seasons
  • Every breath is an invitation to live fully and embrace God’s purpose
  • Your story isn’t over

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Until next time,

Dawn Mann Sanders

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