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Episode 195: Break Free from Shame and Discover the Power of Prayer and Fasting | Rhoda Faye Diehl

Nov 10 · 40 min

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Episode 195: Break Free from Shame and Discover the Power of Prayer and Fasting | Rhoda Faye Diehl

November 10, 2026 · 40 min

What do you do when you've prayed, trusted God, and still haven't seen your breakthrough? Don't give up! Join us for an inspiring conversation with Rhoda Faye Diehl about overcoming shame, the power of prayer and fasting, and trusting God's timing.Have you ever felt like you're doing everything you can to move forward, but nothing seems to be changing? Maybe you're waiting for a prayer to be answered, struggling with your past, or wondering why God hasn't opened the door you've been praying for.In this episode of Your Biggest Breakthrough, we're joined by Rhoda Faye Diehl, a dynamic minister, bestselling author, and speaker, who shares her powerful testimony of restoration, healing, and God's faithfulness.Rhoda takes us through her journey from depression, shame, and feeling completely lost to discovering the transforming love of Jesus Christ. She shares the moment God spoke to her through a simple but powerful message: "The reason why you can't move forward is that you keep looking back."We also talk about the importance of prayer and fasting, how to overcome the shame of your past, and what to do when your breakthrough doesn't happen in your timing.One of the most powerful moments is Rhoda's story about a bamboo tree. Sometimes, what looks like nothing happening is actually a season of taking root. That may be exactly what God is doing in your life right now.Chapters:00:00 Podcast Preview01:10 Welcome, Rhoda Faye Diehl04:00 From a Broken Past to Needing a Breakthrough05:20 Depression, Shame, and Losing Hope06:30 A Mother's Prayers and Words of Encouragement07:30 The Moment God Told Her to Stop Looking Back09:23 Experiencing the Love and Healing of Jesus11:30 Trusting God Before the Breakthrough Comes13:01 God's Restoration and a New Beginning14:05 How Rhoda Met Her Boaz15:56 Building a Blended Family of Eight16:58 Discovering Her Calling to Ministry18:35 The Power of Prayer and Fasting20:37 How to Start Fasting and Praying23:35 Fasting Beyond Food: Giving Up What Distracts You24:33 Breaking Free from Shame and Guilt25:50 How Shame Keeps You Stuck in the Past27:30 Speaking God's Truth Over Your Life28:40 What to Do When Your Breakthrough Doesn't Come30:08 Learning to Trust God in the Waiting31:50 Abraham, Sarah, and the Danger of Rushing God's Timing33:36 Watch and Pray: A 40-Day Prayer Journal35:35 Grace and Patience in a Blended Family37:04 The Bamboo Tree: When Nothing Seems to Be Happening39:00 Final Encouragement and ClosingResources mentioned:Rhoda Faye Diehl's website: rhodafayediehl.comBooks:The Jericho FastWatch and Pray: A 40-Day Prayer JournalGuest's bio:Rhoda Faye Diehl is a dynamic minister, bestselling author, and speaker whose ministry inspires healing, spiritual growth, and breakthrough through faith in Jesus Christ. She is the author of The Jericho Fast and Watch and Pray, books that encourage believers to deepen their prayer lives, embrace fasting, and walk boldly in their God-given purpose.Rhoda has appeared on The 700 Club, CBN, TCT, CTN, and in Charisma Magazine. Alongside her husband, Troy, she shares a powerful testimony of restoration and God's faithfulness through the journey of blending their family. She ministers across the country, encouraging others to trust God, overcome their past, and experience the transforming power of His love.Call to action:Make sure to visit yourbiggestbreakthrough.com for your FREE access to our e-book and audiobook, "Unstoppable: Divine Intervention in Overcoming Adversity," showcasing six powerful real-life stories. Get ready to be inspired by these mind-blowing breakthroughs!To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

SeriesYour Biggest Breakthrough
Wendie Pett
Wendie Pett

November 10, 2026 · 40 min · Your Biggest Breakthrough

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What do you do when you've prayed, trusted God, and still haven't seen your breakthrough? Don't give up! Join us for an inspiring conversation with Rhoda Faye Diehl about overcoming shame, the power of prayer and fasting, and trusting God's timing.Have you ever felt like you're doing everything you can to move forward, but nothing seems to be changing? Maybe you're waiting for a prayer to be answered, struggling with your past, or wondering why God hasn't opened the door you've been praying for.In this episode of Your Biggest Breakthrough, we're joined by Rhoda Faye Diehl, a dynamic minister, bestselling author, and speaker, who shares her powerful testimony of restoration, healing, and God's faithfulness.Rhoda takes us through her journey from depression, shame, and feeling completely lost to discovering the transforming love of Jesus Christ. She shares the moment God spoke to her through a simple but powerful message: "The reason why you can't move forward is that you keep looking back."We also talk about the importance of prayer and fasting, how to overcome the shame of your past, and what to do when your breakthrough doesn't happen in your timing.One of the most powerful moments is Rhoda's story about a bamboo tree. Sometimes, what looks like nothing happening is actually a season of taking root. That may be exactly what God is doing in your life right now.Chapters:00:00 Podcast Preview01:10 Welcome, Rhoda Faye Diehl04:00 From a Broken Past to Needing a Breakthrough05:20 Depression, Shame, and Losing Hope06:30 A Mother's Prayers and Words of Encouragement07:30 The Moment God Told Her to Stop Looking Back09:23 Experiencing the Love and Healing of Jesus11:30 Trusting God Before the Breakthrough Comes13:01 God's Restoration and a New Beginning14:05 How Rhoda Met Her Boaz15:56 Building a Blended Family of Eight16:58 Discovering Her Calling to Ministry18:35 The Power of Prayer and Fasting20:37 How to Start Fasting and Praying23:35 Fasting Beyond Food: Giving Up What Distracts You24:33 Breaking Free from Shame and Guilt25:50 How Shame Keeps You Stuck in the Past27:30 Speaking God's Truth Over Your Life28:40 What to Do When Your Breakthrough Doesn't Come30:08 Learning to Trust God in the Waiting31:50 Abraham, Sarah, and the Danger of Rushing God's Timing33:36 Watch and Pray: A 40-Day Prayer Journal35:35 Grace and Patience in a Blended Family37:04 The Bamboo Tree: When Nothing Seems to Be Happening39:00 Final Encouragement and ClosingResources mentioned:Rhoda Faye Diehl's website: rhodafayediehl.comBooks:The Jericho FastWatch and Pray: A 40-Day Prayer JournalGuest's bio:Rhoda Faye Diehl is a dynamic minister, bestselling author, and speaker whose ministry inspires healing, spiritual growth, and breakthrough through faith in Jesus Christ. She is the author of The Jericho Fast and Watch and Pray, books that encourage believers to deepen their prayer lives, embrace fasting, and walk boldly in their God-given purpose.Rhoda has appeared on The 700 Club, CBN, TCT, CTN, and in Charisma Magazine. Alongside her husband, Troy, she shares a powerful testimony of restoration and God's faithfulness through the journey of blending their family. She ministers across the country, encouraging others to trust God, overcome their past, and experience the transforming power of His love.Call to action:Make sure to visit yourbiggestbreakthrough.com for your FREE access to our e-book and audiobook, "Unstoppable: Divine Intervention in Overcoming Adversity," showcasing six powerful real-life stories. Get ready to be inspired by these mind-blowing breakthroughs!To learn more about Wendie and her Visibly Fit program, visit wendiepett.comTo find out more about Todd and his coaching program for men, find him on the web at toddisberner.com.All the links you need to subscribe to the podcast are at both our websites! And if you feel so inclined, we'd be honored if you were to leave a rating and review of our show. It definitely helps with us being more visible to more people.And if we like it, we might just read your review on the podcast!

SeriesYour Biggest Breakthrough