What if reconnecting with God didn’t require more effort, but more honesty?

In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Willow sits down with Allison Byxbe to talk about what it really looks like to feel disconnected from God… and how to find your way back.

After walking through a devastating diagnosis for her son, Allison found herself in a season where faith felt confusing, distant, and colorless. The way she once connected with God no longer worked, and she didn’t know how to move forward.

But in the middle of that pain, God gently invited her into something new.

Through journaling.

Not perfect words.

Not polished prayers.

Just honest, raw connection.

In this episode, Allison shares how journaling became a powerful spiritual practice that helped her process grief, ask hard questions, and slowly rediscover God’s presence—even in the middle of a 10-year valley.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, numb, or unsure how to talk to God anymore… this conversation will meet you right where you are.

What You’ll Learn:

Why feeling disconnected from God is more common than you think
How journaling can help you process pain and reconnect with Him
The power of honesty in your relationship with God
How to find God in the middle of long, hard seasons
Why your “old way” of connecting with God might not work anymore—and what to do instead

Simple Practice to Try:

Ask this one question each day...

“God, where did I see You today?”

Write whatever comes to mind.

No pressure. No perfection. Just presence.

Connect with Allison: Website | Book: Journaling as a Spiritual Practice

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