68: Part 1 - Challenges of Divorce Within the Church with Megan Babcock and Sarah Slaybaugh
In this conversation, Megan Babcock and Sarah Slaybaugh discuss the difficulties of divorce, particularly within the context of the church. They acknowledge the pain and heartache that can come with divorce and encourage listeners to seek support. Sarah shares her personal journey of divorce and remarriage, highlighting the challenges of navigating divorce as a Christian. She discusses the lack of support she found within the church and the stigma associated with divorce. Megan and Sarah emphasize the importance of seeking guidance from scripture and relying on God's redemption and healing.
Episode 1 Topics:
Introduction and Acknowledging the Difficulties of Divorce
Challenges of Divorce Within the Church
Seeking Help and Support Finding Guidance in Scripture
Overcoming Fear and Embracing God's Redemption
The Importance of Non-Judgmental Support
They also discuss the need for non-judgmental support and understanding within the Christian community. In this part of the conversation, Megan and Sara discuss the importance of self-care and finding one's identity after a divorce. They emphasize the need to take advantage of free time and engage in activities that bring joy and fulfillment. They also highlight the significance of being content and confident on one's own before seeking a new relationship. Sara shares her coaching services, which focus on helping women rebuild their confidence, identify healthy relationships, and develop non-negotiables in dating. They conclude by encouraging listeners to seek support and resources for their own healing and growth.
Sarah's Bio: Sara is a Christian divorced-and-remarried blended family wife and mom who's into preventative health, fitness, natural living, and adventure! After being married then divorced, dating as a single mom, and remarrying into the relationship of her dreams, she learned a ton about healthy vs unhealthy relationships and how to find a great one.
She uses her own experience to help other single Christian women go from singleness to a loving and supportive relationship!
Sarah's story: I was married for over ten years, have 3 kids. I wound up going through a divorce. I am a Christian, and there is a lot of stigma over this topic in the church. I had to navigate that, as well as the divorce itself, my marriage ending, and becoming a single mom. I tried dating off and on and found it to be emotionally exhausting and stressful. I learned how to enjoy being single, tell the difference between unhealthy vs healthy relationships, what I wanted and didn't want in a relationship, and how to date in a way that allowed me to not waste my time, energy, and emotions with people not meant for me. I used all of that to find the relationship of my dreams which I married into in 2022. I decided to start a coaching business to help other single Christian women through the process I myself went through, so that they can be confident while they're single and learn how to find a loving and supportive relationship.
Connect with Sara! www.facebook.com/sara.slaybaugh2022/ IG: @sara.slaybaugh https://www.facebook.com/groups/confidenceandconnectionforsinglechristianwomen
