Navigating The Wilderness | Hearing God’s Voice in a Hard Season

After a long break, Navigating the Wilderness is back.

In this first episode of Season 2, I'm sharing why I stepped away from the podcast, what life has looked like behind the scenes over the past year, and why I felt it was time to return.

The last several months have brought significant transition, unexpected challenges, loss, and a season of pruning that forced me to reevaluate what truly matters. In this episode, I reflect on what I've been learning about identity, purpose, and trusting God when the path ahead isn't entirely clear.

I also share how my vision for the podcast has evolved and why I feel increasingly drawn to conversations around transition, identity, and discovering who God created us to be. Sometimes the wilderness isn't just a difficult season—it's the place where false identities fall away and we begin to see ourselves more clearly through God's eyes.

Whether you're facing a major life transition, feeling stuck in the in-between, or simply trying to discern your next step, I hope this conversation encourages you.

I'd love to hear from you. What topics would you like to hear discussed in Season 2? Reach out and let me know.

 

Timestamps

00:00 Season Two Welcome
00:44 Why This Podcast Exists
01:43 Transition and Identity
02:38 Coaching Plans and Resistance
04:23 Life Upheaval and Burnout
06:53 Returning Despite Fear
08:39 Pruning and Decluttering
11:02 What's Next and Listener Input
12:12 The Scrapbook Sign
13:34 Closing Thoughts

This week on *Navigating the Wilderness*, I share from my heart about walking through transition, battling discouragement, and learning to embrace God’s higher ways in uncertain times. 

 

From reflecting on cultural shifts over the past 30 years, to processing grief, to confronting the spirit of intimidation, I unpack what it means to see our lives through an eternal perspective. 

 

If you’re in a season of wilderness or waiting, this episode will encourage you to slow down, quiet the noise, and trust that God is preparing you for something greater than you can imagine. 

 

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8–9 

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Mentioned in this episode:

Wild At Heart Podcast episode 835 https://youtu.be/N2vISlmx5Io?si=HtG9VXoy4fIvWu97

What do you do when you love God but can’t feel Him anymore? Holly, founder of Elderwise Organics, shares her honest testimony of walking through a wilderness season filled with grief, health challenges, and deep spiritual doubt.

In this heartfelt conversation, we talk about:

• The hidden shame of doubting God while still leading in ministry
• How silence and suffering can pull us toward counterfeit comforts
• The importance of safe community and accountability in hard times
• The surprising ways God pursues us in the wilderness
• A prayer for anyone barely holding on to faith

Whether you’re questioning God’s goodness or walking with someone who is, Holly’s story will remind you of His unchanging faithfulness and the hope found in Christ.

🙏 If this episode encouraged you, please follow the podcast, share it with a friend, and leave a review. Your support helps others find hope in their own wilderness journey.

Resources:

Elder Wise Organics

Holly’s podcast : Let's Live Radically Podcast

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What happens when your child is diagnosed with autism and life takes a turn you never expected? In this powerful episode of the Navigating the Wilderness Podcast, Nicole talks with Tahni Cullen, co-author of Josiah’s Fire, about her family’s journey through heartbreak, faith, and unexpected encounters with God.

Tahni shares how her son Josiah went from silence to expressing breathtaking spiritual insights, and how God met her in the middle of doubt, struggle, and surrender. Their story opens up conversations about faith in hard seasons, the prophetic voice of children, hope in autism, and God’s ability to speak through unexpected vessels.

If you’ve ever wrestled with questions about suffering, calling, or how to hold on to hope when everything changes, this conversation will encourage you and remind you that God is still at work—even in the wilderness.

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Tammy Kelley shares her powerful story of healing from trauma and abuse through faith in Jesus. From childhood grief and family struggles to discovering forgiveness, hope, and the healing power of music, Tammy’s testimony is a reminder that restoration is possible through Christ.

00:00 Introduction to Tammy's Journey

02:57 Childhood and Early Trauma

06:02 Family Dynamics and Grief

09:11 The Impact of Abuse

11:54 Struggles in Early Adulthood

14:50 Confronting Family Abuse

17:58 Finding Forgiveness and Healing

20:49 The Role of Faith in Recovery

23:44 Transformation Through Church Community

26:37 Rebuilding Relationships and Life After Trauma

30:40 Finding My Path in Music Ministry

32:37 The Healing Power of Music

39:41 Trusting God Through Trauma

48:05 Steps to Healing from Abuse

52:48 Navigating Difficult Marriages

01:00:06 A Prayer for Healing and Hope

Are you living under a label God never gave you? In this episode, I share how the enemy uses false labels and titles to shape our identity—and how those lies get reinforced through life experiences. You’ll learn how to recognize false identities, break free from them, and live in the truth of who God says you are.

Whether you’ve been called “not enough,” “too much,” or something that’s held you back for years, this message will help you exchange those lies for God’s truth and step into your true identity in Christ.

What you’ll discover in this episode:

 

* How the enemy plants and reinforces false labels

* The connection between experiences and identity

* Steps to recognize and reject false labels

* How to embrace your God-given identity and live in freedom

 

You were made for more than the names the world gives you—discover the name God calls you by.

 

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[00:00] Introduction: Navigating the Wilderness

[02:15] The Birth of the Podcast: Personal Journey

[05:30] Understanding Labels and Their Impact

[10:45] Personal Story: Overcoming False Identities

[15:00] The Power of Words: Life and Death in the Tongue

[20:30] Breaking Free: Embracing True Identity

[25:00] Conclusion: Moving Forward with Truth

 

NAVIGATING THE WILDERNESS

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In this episode of Navigating the Wilderness, Nicole Delaney interviews Troy Whitman, a certified mental health coach, who shares his profound journey of faith, personal struggles, and redemption. Troy discusses his upbringing, the impact of his grandparents, and the pivotal moment of infidelity in his marriage that led him to seek counseling and ultimately change his life path. He reflects on the challenges of grief after losing his wife and emphasizes the importance of community support. Troy's vision for the future includes helping men become better husbands and fathers through counseling and coaching, while deepening their relationship with God.

 

00:00 Troy's Early Life and Faith Journey

04:28 Turning Point: Infidelity and Redemption

10:31 Navigating Grief and Loss

20:05 Finding Purpose in Pain

23:52 Empowering Men for Generational Change

30:00 The Journey of Faith and Personal Growth

37:46 Discerning God's Voice in Our Lives

43:19 A Prayer for Healing and Strength

 

GUEST TROY WHITMAN:

🎙️Troy's Podcast: Rooted for Growth https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-for-growth/id1818447266

https://open.spotify.com/show/104u1aDOxRy5IVMXtysEId?si=d2d466f64e6a4286

Whitman Collective (Coaching and Speaking): https://whitmancollective.com/

 

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Vanesa Alcantara is an author, speaker, and founder of Soul Scan Inc., a faith-based movement equipping women to rise from feeling stuck to walking in freedom. With a background in Psychology and Biblical studies from Alliance University, Vanesa combines spiritual insight and emotional intelligence to guide women on their healing journey.

Since 2012, she has served in ministry alongside her husband Ernesto. He currently serves as a pastor on staff at their church. They are raising their three beautiful children—Sarai, Joelle, and Samuel—with intentionality and faith. Vanesa is passionate about helping women experience deep transformation by confronting pain, breaking free from limiting mindsets, and drawing closer to God.

Through the annual Soul Scan Women’s Conference, Vanesa creates a dynamic and sacred space for women to Deal, Heal, and Grow—offering tools, truth, and community for lasting change. Her mission is clear: to empower women to live whole, walk boldly, and fulfill their God-given purpose.

 

https://soulscan.org/

Vanesa's book: https://a.co/d/iTPZtm4