We did it ! We had a great season one! Tune in to hear how Amanda sums up the first season of Rivers In The Wasteland! ““But forget all that— it is nothing compared to what I am going to do. For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland.” ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭43‬:‭18‬-‭19‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Join Amanda as she welcomes Beth Alvarez back to the podcast! This time they are tackling the question " What do we do when God doesn't answer our prayers?". Beth shares her year long journey walking with her mom through an aggressive brain cancer battle. Although she didn't get the result she wanted she felt the Lord intimately during that time. Settle in to hear all the details and be ready to be inspired by Beth's resolve to trust in God's character no matter what comes your way.

Join Amanda as she interviews Austin & Aly Kirkpatrick about their journey of infertility. They faced a report that would lead them to believe the life they had dreamed of was out of reach. In this episode we will discover what it looks like to walk in obedience even when there are no guarantees things will turn out a certain way. They are a true example of lives surrendered to God and their story shows how God is faithful and present on the journey and not just when we get what we hoped for. “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭34‬:‭18‬ ‭NLT‬‬ ‭‭1 Samuel‬ ‭1‬:‭9‬-‭28‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Today on 'Rivers In The Wasteland' we get to know Hannah McLeod! Hannah is a dedicated wife and mom of two boys with a baby girl on the way! Join Amanda as she learns all about how God used difficult moments in Hannah's life to draw her in and build a truly unshakable faith that would serve her well when her son faced a life threatening cancer diagnosis. Her faith is inspiring, her attitude is contagious and what God did for her family is nothing short of miraculous! Verses Referenced: “I am the Lord, and I do not change. That is why you descendants of Jacob are not already destroyed. Malachi 3:6 Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. 1 Chronicles 16:34 The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his creation. Psalm 145:9 Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him! Psalm 34:8 He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.” Revelation 21:4 If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?” Esther 4:14 7 Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 10 In his kindness God called you to share in his eternal glory by means of Christ Jesus. So after you have suffered a little while, he will restore, support, and strengthen you, and he will place you on a firm foundation. 1 Peter 5:10 3 We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. 4 And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. 5 And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love. Romans 5:3-5 Dear brothers and sisters,[a] when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. 3 For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. 4 So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing. James 1:2-4

Today on Rivers in the Wasteland, Amanda shares a recent conversation with Samantha Epps. Samantha takes us through her journey of an unexpected divorce to finding the man God actually had for her. She thought that may be the end of her trial especially after finding out her dreams came true when they learned they’d have a honeymoon baby. Unfortunately, life took another dark turn and Samantha and Kyle found themselves navigating the loss of their son, Colter, after a stillbirth. Join Amanda as she learns all the details about how Samantha handled such excruciating loss. Today she stands firm in her hope in Jesus and encourages others to keep their eyes fixed on Him-no matter what. Verse References: We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28) And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death. (Revelation 12:11) Song References: Promises by Maverick City Music https://youtu.be/q5m09rqOoxE?si=3HaLjz6rkRZaupOZ This Episode is dedicated to Colter William Epps. How thankful we are for the hope of heaven!

On today’s episode, Pastor Jeremy Alvarez shares his story of radical transformation. Growing up,  Jeremy attended Catholic School and learned plenty about God. However, it would be many years before developing a relationship with Him. Join Amanda as she hears all the details of how he went from being a troubled teen to one sold out for Jesus.

Follow along as Amanda relives one of her most uncomfortable seasons and see how God intervened just in the nick of time!

After uncovering a journal entry that was created smack dab in the middle of her longest waiting season Amanda Williams shares some follow up thoughts to Episode 4.

Join Amanda Williams as she continues the series: God Winks. Amanda shares another story where God showed up at the perfect moment to communicate he saw her and that everything would work out. 'The Chosen' Clip referenced: https://youtu.be/HAbwGTcPA_k?si=k2DZ3AYOlI22PNq3

Have you ever had something happen to you that you felt was without a doubt from God? Something that is so specific that it's clear that God was speaking directly to your heart !? That is what Amanda calls a ' God Wink"! ;) Join Amanda and Beth as they share stories of God winks in their lives. Beth Alvarez is a loving wife and rock star mom of two boys from Nixa, MO. She has unshakeable faith, loves all things home decor and is an avid fan of chips and salsa.