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Episode: Obeying God When It Doesn’t Make Sense Yet
Host: Sadie Robertson Huff
Guests: Maisey Redman and Emily Beaney
Date: October 27, 2025

Episode Overview

This heartfelt episode delves into the theme of obeying God even when His direction doesn’t make sense yet. With guests Maisey Redman and Emily Beaney—two young women pursuing faith-driven lives in London—Sadie explores stories of calling, obedience, community, and purpose. Through honest conversation and personal testimony, listeners are encouraged to trust God through uncertainty, cultivate thick faith, and use their unique gifts, even when the outcome is unclear.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. British vs. American Culture (02:08–10:40)

• Differences in slang, attitudes, and lifestyle between the UK and US, shared in a lighthearted manner.
  • Examples: “cheeky snog” (a sneaky kiss), “fancying” someone.
• London life: Walking everywhere and classic British fashion ("No athletic wear for walks—we always look cute." - Emily, 10:25).
• The impact of daily routines in London versus America, highlighting how environment shapes culture and habits.

2. Maisey’s Journey Home: Responding to God’s Call (12:59–25:39)

• Transitions and the Question of Home:

  • Maisey describes never feeling she belonged in one place, having grown up between England and America.
  • “Where’s home for me?”—the struggle to put down roots (13:04).

• The Census & a Spiritual Awakening:

  • Moved to tears after reading Christian faith had become a minority in England (“Follow the tears. I almost had this moment which…was the Holy Spirit.” – Maisey, 15:09).
  • Shares key UK faith statistics: 71.7% (2001), 46.2% (2021) of UK population identifying as Christian, with faith declining especially among youth.

• Prophetic Confirmation and Moving in Faith:

  • Receives prayer/prophecy—God would bring her home, but she must let go of control (18:28).
  • Despite loving life in California, doors open rapidly for a job in central London that felt daunting—“So different to what I thought I would do...I felt so unqualified. But God spoke it, and every day since then, He’s qualified me.” (18:29–20:20).

3. Faith in Modern England: A Costly Commitment (20:20–25:39)

• “In England...it’s not a badge of honor. It’s not popular to be a Christian. If you say you’re a Christian, you mean it. If you go to church, you want to be there. It is costly to be seen as a Christian in England.” – Maisey, [20:20]
• Sadie notes church culture in the UK is “on fire,” not cultural but convictional (20:50).
• Maisey reads from MP Danny Kruger’s speech on national faith:
  • "A wind is blowing, a storm is coming, and when it hits, we are going to learn if our house is built on the rock or sand. The strong gods are back and we have to choose which God to worship. I suggest we worship the God who came in weakest form, Jesus Christ." (23:52)
  • Discusses “thin” vs. “thick” religion—hollow tradition vs. living, sacrificial faith.

4. Revival, Responsibility, and Nehemiah’s Example (28:07–31:11)

• Sadie emphasizes: “A country is made up of individuals...Revival starts with you. You’re a part of the change.” (25:46)
• “Do I have thin faith or thick faith?” (Personal challenge, 26:15)
• Nehemiah: Taking personal heartbreak and turning it into action—using your position and influence for God’s work.
• “Home is where you’re called to be at that time...you can create an environment of home...God’s placed you there.” – Sadie (30:25)

5. Emily’s Unlikely Path: From Farm Girl to Christian Influencer (32:11–78:43)

• Childhood Dreams and Rejection of Leadership:

  • Emily wanted to be a farmer, spent time milking cows, and was bullied at school, always told she had a “David” calling for leadership, which she rejected due to shyness and stage fright.

• God’s Persistent Call:

  • Multiple prophecies about leadership and influencing, first deemed generic/“not for me,” finally lands during work at a jewelry booth (“You’re going to influence so many people with your life.” – Annika, 34:07).
  • Leaves Instagram due to disillusionment, but feels God gently prompting her to return and post joyful content (34:57).

• A Radical Act of Faith on Social Media:

  • Told by God: post every day for several months, despite embarrassment and little response.
    • “I felt the Lord say, I want you to post every day ’til June. And I’m like, ‘What? My friends and family are gonna think I’m a freak!’” – Emily, 36:55
  • After months of consistency, a single video idea during worship transforms everything:
    • 20,000 followers overnight after posting the “four outfits” video, just as prophesied (73:49).

• Merging Faith, Fashion, and Influence:

  • Realization: “Those are individual girls. I don’t get stage fright when I post on Instagram. And He knew that.” – Emily (73:59).
  • “Only God can take that bullied girl and make her the person that leads people” (78:43).
  • Transforms her platform into a ministry (e.g., “What people wear to church” videos).
  • The London influencer scene: Not faith-friendly, full of temptation for vanity (“You almost for a minute touch that, like, it’s like a god—I'm so important, I'm so valuable…But my help comes from the Lord.” – Emily, 75:35).

6. Obedience, Faithfulness, and Originality (78:43–91:44)

• Obeying God’s specific call, not seeking results but faithfulness (“You’re not doing it because you thought it would go viral, but because the Lord said do it.” – Sadie, 79:03).
• The temptation to follow trends but the importance of God-inspired creativity: “You got with the Lord...That’s why people say ‘oh, this is unique, this is different, this is original.’” (84:19)
• Using your gifts in the world but not “of” it.
• Encouragement to those who aren’t “the cool girl”: “That’s the greatest gift. Out of [not fitting in], you realize it’s the places God invites us to go aren’t because we’re the cool girl—it’s the grace of God.” – Maisey, 113:34
• “We’re not made to romanticize our lives. We’re meant to lay them down.” – Maisey, 114:35

7. God’s Personal Encouragement and the Center of His Will (87:48–95:52)

• Maisey recounts standing in the literal center of London (gold plaque at Trafalgar Square), feeling out of place, and how God confirmed (through a prophetic blessing at a Shabbat meal with a stranger) that she was spiritually at the “center of His will” (91:44).
• “Remain in the center of His will just as you stand in the center of London. That’s a reminder you are in the center of God’s will.” – Stranger’s prophetic encouragement (91:44)
• Living life “in the plural” — not just for God, but with Him, in every daily detail (92:55).

8. Sword Sisters: Sisterhood and Spiritual Warfare (95:16–128:23)

• The power of faith-based sisterhood: “We’re not just soul sisters, we’re sword sisters...the lionesses, they arise, they gather, and they go in the darkness.” – Maisey (127:20)
• Ending encouragements for listeners:
  • Obedience over understanding.
  • Seek and trust God’s voice more than public opinion or trends.
  • Use your unique gifting, called for “such a time as this.”
  • Build thick faith, even when it costs you.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Maisey (on God’s call):
  • “You have to follow the tears. If you’re reading about a problem, and it sparks emotion—don’t ignore that. Follow the tears.” (15:09)
  • “Every day since then, He’s qualified me for what I needed for every single day.” (20:00)
• Sadie:
  • “A country is made up of individual people. Revival starts with you. You’re a part of the change.” (25:46)
  • “Home is where you’re called to be at that time…God’s placed you there.” (30:38)
• Emily:
  • “I used to wear wellies to school because I wanted to be a farmer so bad,” (32:11)
  • “God told me, post every day till June. And I was like, what? My friends and family are going to think I’m a freak.” (36:55)
  • “Those are individual girls. I don’t get stage fright when I post on Instagram. And He knew that.” (73:59)
  • “Only the Lord can take that girl and make her the person that leads people.” (78:43)
• Danny Kruger (quoted by Maisey):
  • “A wind is blowing, a storm is coming, and when it hits, we are going to learn if our house is built on the rock or sand…The strong gods are back, and we have to choose which God to worship. I suggest we worship the God who came in weakest form, Jesus Christ.” (23:52)
• Maisey (on friendship):
  • “We’re not just soul sisters…we’re sword sisters. The lionesses, they arise, they gather, and they go in the darkness. This is the time to arise and gather and go into the darkness together.” (127:20)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Meet Maisey & Emily / UK vs US Banter: 02:08–10:40
• Maisey’s Story—God’s Call to England & Decline of Faith Stats: 12:59–21:45
• Church in England / MP Danny Kruger’s Challenge: 20:20–25:39
• Personalizing Faith & the Example of Nehemiah: 28:07–31:11
• Emily’s Story—From Farmer at Heart to Faithful Influencer: 32:11–78:43
• Obedience Over Understanding / Finding Your Originality in God: 78:43–91:44
• Standing in the Center of God’s Will (Maisey’s Trafalgar Story): 87:48–95:52
• Sword Sisters & Final Encouragements: 95:16–128:23

Final Takeaways

• Obedience Comes Before Understanding: Both Maisey and Emily’s stories reveal that clear vision often follows simple obedience.
• Thick Faith is Costly but Fruitful: Real revival is grounded in deep, lived faith, even in environments where Christianity is marginalized.
• Use Your Unique Niche for God’s Glory: Whether fashion, teaching, or caring for others—God will use your platform if you’re willing.
• You’re Not Alone—Pursue Sisterhood & Community: Find those willing to walk with you in the light and darkness.

“The safest—and most important—place you can be is in the center of God’s will.” (125:54)

Follow Maisey and Emily for more inspiration, and check out Emily's podcast, "Ribs and Knits", for faith-filled encouragement and plenty of laughter.