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The farther we get into our faith journeys, the more difficult and complex they seem to be. Obstacles block our paths, daylight dims and the road grows hard to see. But after a while in the dark, the light of dawns breaks through the night, warming the world and showing the way forward. God’s love is that light for our

paths, and our guests this week—adventurer Bear Grylls and musician Rhonda Vincent—remind us that even when challenges barrage our faith, we can choose to stay on the road and follow the path He laid for us.   Links, Products and Resources Mentioned: Jesus Calling devotional Jesus Calling books   CMAfest   Bear Grylls Man vs Wild TV Show Running Wild TV Show Soul Fuel daily devotional   Rhonda Vincent Live at the Ryman with Bluegrass Legends Ryman Auditorium “Where I Come From” song   Interview Quotes: “But the great message of grace is that through all of that, somehow despite ourselves, despite our fallenness, we're actually still held, and we're still forgiven.” - Bear Grylls   “If I ever sense the presence of God, it’s actually in relationships,” - Bear Grylls   “The journey of faith can be sort of a difficult one to navigate.” - Bear Grylls   “The moments you think would be the greatest triumphs have often been in my place of real doubt and struggle.” - Bear Grylls    “Somehow through the fog of being a human being, I choose to trust in this message of grace and this message of love.” - Bear Grylls   “I have seen so many blessings and miracles that God has given us.” - Rhonda Vincent   “I am so thankful that I have that faith, and I got to have the Bible as a guide and as a road map of life.” - Rhonda Vincent   “I love the connections that that music brings.” - Rhonda Vincent   “[When you’re an artist] there becomes a responsibility and expectation to make sure, number one, that you are representing yourself [well. I think], How does God perceive me? “ - Rhonda Vincent  ________________________ Enjoy these videos on Jesus Calling YouTube channel: Audio podcast: https://bit.ly/2uCnNM0  Original Series video podcast: https://bit.ly/2WzFY0O  ________________________    Connect with Jesus Calling Instagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest YouTube Jesus Calling Website Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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