When Jenn Soehnlin’s two young sons began receiving diagnoses including hearing loss, apraxia, autism, and anxiety, her world quickly filled with therapies, specialists, grief, and questions for God. What started as a season of overwhelming uncertainty led Jenn into a crisis of faith as she wrestled with why God would allow so much hardship in her family’s life.
Then, during a desperate moment, God whispered a single word to her heart: embrace.
In this encouraging conversation, Jenn shares how that one word transformed the way she viewed her children, her marriage, herself, and even God. Together, Carrie and Jenn discuss learning to embrace the life you didn’t choose, releasing unrealistic expectations and mom guilt, finding peace in the middle of chaos, and discovering God’s faithfulness through every stage of the special needs journey.
Jenn also shares how praying Scripture changed her relationship with God, practical ways parents can begin praying God’s Word over their children, and how to persevere when prayers seem unanswered.
If you’ve ever wondered where God is amid your family’s struggles, this episode is a reminder that His presence is often closer than we realize.
In this episode:
• Learning to embrace the special needs journey
• Finding peace in the middle of uncertainty
• Releasing mom guilt and unrealistic expectations
• The power of praying Scripture
• Persevering through unanswered prayers
• Recognizing God’s presence in suffering
• Encouragement for special needs parents
Eps. 53; June 23, 2026
Resources:
Jenn’s Website
On The Same Page With God by Jenn Soehnlin
Embracing This Special Life
Spotify Playlist: There Was Jesus
Praying the Bible by Donald Whitney
Praying Through Life’s Battles by Rachel Wojo
Every Moment Holy
Scripture: Psalm 116:2, Luke 2:52
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*This podcast features honest conversations with special needs parents and faith-filled guests. While I deeply value the stories and insights shared, the views and opinions expressed may not always reflect my own. Any resources listed are shared for reference, not necessarily a personal recommendation. I invite you to listen with spiritual discernment and ask the Holy Spirit to guide you in what you hold onto and set aside.
