Courageous Retirement: Fulfillment Beyond the Workplace
Whether you're already retired, on the brink of retirement, or simply curious about the future, join us on this journey in Courageous Retirement: Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Workplace.
Through insightful conversations, stories of courage and resilience, and practical wisdom rooted in biblical truth, Courageous Retirement will empower you to see this best season of life not as an end but as a beginning—a chance to boldly make a difference in a world that shuns God's truth. Join us and discover how to find fulfillment beyond the workplace and embrace a new chapter of purpose and impact.
Our host, Christian Retirement Coach Vona Johnson, is not just an author, speaker, and leader in her community. She is also a fellow retiree, sharing her personal journey and the wisdom she's gained along the way. Together with her guests, they illuminate how life becomes richer when you engage your faith, live out your true purpose, and leave a legacy of faith. Courageous Retirement will inspire you to Live Your More!
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Courageous Retirement: Fulfillment Beyond the Workplace
10. An Unexpected Journey: Extreme Obedience with Andi Pigott Martin
Andy Pigott Martin shares her incredible journey of unwavering faith and surrender to God in this episode of Courageous Retirement. Andy's story is filled with remarkable examples of following divine nudges that led her on unexpected and transformative adventures. From selling everything she owned to embarking on a cross-country trip, Andy exemplifies what it means to trust God completely.
Discover how Andy's journey of obedience has brought her peace, fulfillment, and opportunities to shine God's light in the darkest places. Whether you're contemplating retirement or seeking deeper purpose, Andy's experiences provide a profound lesson in courage and faith.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:45 Defining Courageous Retirement
01:54 Andi's Journey of Faith
04:50 Hearing God's Voice
08:01 The Book Writing Journey
10:51 Encounters and Lessons on the Road
20:35 Trusting God's Provision
24:49 Permission to Pause: A Wake-Up Call
25:30 Trusting God's Provision
26:08 Finding Good in the Bad
26:32 The Gift of Cancer: A Controversial Perspective
27:19 Thanking God in Trials
30:47 Reflecting Light in a Dark World
36:02 A Divine Detour: Boston and Satan Con
41:45 Influencing for Good or Bad
45:36 Concluding Thoughts and Encouragement
Scriptures referenced:
James 1: 2-4
1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18
Matthew 11: 28-30
Quotes from the show:
"He's faithful to provide. It's not that doesn't mean that we're not going to have struggles. It doesn't mean that we're not going to face trials, but it does mean that he will use all of those things for good." Andi
"Our journeys are all different, but the message is loud and clear. In addition to seek me, it's trust me." Vona
In reference to Satan Con = "Do not pray that it doesn't happen. You pray for the salvation of the people that are going there." Andi
Link to Andi's substack.
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