We’re back with Season 2 of Beauty for Ashes, and there’s no better way to start than by revisiting one of the many powerful guest episodes from Season 1! In this episode, we reflect on “Your Plans vs. HIS Plans...God Will Do Whatever It Takes to Achieve More Than You Ever Could Have Imagined,” featuring Rob Riley, our first-ever male guest. Rob shared how a life-altering shake-up, orchestrated by God, led him to walk in a purpose far greater than his own plans referencing Jeremiah 29:11-14 as the verse he lived and leaned on.

I’ll share a few short key takeaways from that conversation, unpack the incredible lessons I learned, and explore how Jeremiah 18:1-4 – the story of the Potter and the Clay - masterfully illustrates God’s work in our lives, reshaping a flawed vessel into something new and beautiful. Whether you’re a new listener or missed the previous episode, tune in as we know God’s surprises can lead to unimaginable blessings.

Let’s step into this new season with joy knowing that we are in the best hands ever of the Potter, our amazing God!

In this part 2, Nicola takes us deeper into her harrowing past, with gripping details revealing how one fateful betrayal led to her being set up as a scapegoat in a dangerous drug deal. With her life hanging in the balance and a target on her back, she faced unimaginable threats—Tune in to hear more about the unexpected twists and God doing something only He can do that changed her path and purpose forever.

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This episode is more than a true-life story, it’s an invitation to witness the beauty of restoration from hustle to healing.

In this powerful episode, we delve into the transformative journey of a woman who rose from the ashes of a turbulent past to become a beacon of hope for others. As a cosmetologist with over 20 years of experience, Nicola never imagined that her salon would become a sanctuary for broken hearts and weary souls. Her story unfolds with raw honesty, tracing her resolve to escape financial lack, a reckless pursuit of fulfillment, and a life-altering encounter with God. Step into her world as we explore how her calling emerged—not in her plans but through divine orchestration—leading her to create Stitching Lives, a ministry that offers healing, empowerment, and a safe space for women to rediscover their worth and identity in Christ.

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