Shelley Pearson's story is one of God's incredible faithfulness.
Growing up without a relationship with her father, Shelley spent years trying to earn the love she longed for. But everything changed when she encountered the truth of the Gospel—that God's love isn't something we earn, it's a gift freely given.
In this episode, Shelley shares how God transformed childhood pain into a passion for the nations, leading her from a teenager's first mission trip to serving as FCA's Northland Regional Director of International Advancement. Along the way, you'll hear remarkable stories of canceled flights, lost luggage, unexpected tragedies, miraculous provision, and how God continually proves that His plans are better than ours.
Whether you're wondering how God uses difficult seasons, curious about sports ministry around the world, or simply need a reminder that God never wastes our story, this conversation will encourage you to trust Him even when life doesn't unfold according to plan.
In this episode you'll hear:
- How Hebrews 13:5 changed Shelley's life after years of feeling abandoned.
- Why sports create opportunities for the Gospel across the globe.
- Incredible stories of God working through travel disasters and unexpected setbacks.
- How tragedy in Zambia became a testimony of God's faithfulness.
- Why obedience matters more than having everything figured out.
- How every believer can participate in reaching the nations through prayer, generosity, and going.
Verse of the Day:
"Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." - Hebrews 13:5
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Resources:
💪 Learn more about FCA in North Dakota: https://www.fcand.org
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