Hi friend,
This week's podcast episode features a conversation that beautifully illustrates how God works through our passions and talents to serve His purpose. I sat down with Timea Hyatt, a speech-language pathologist who discovered her calling through an unexpected journey from campus ministry to speech therapy to private practice owner—and now to PhD student!
What struck me most in our conversation was Timea's insight about Jesus being the "first speech therapist." She referenced Mark 7:31-37, where Jesus heals a deaf man with a "speech impediment" by touching his ears and tongue, saying "Ephphatha" (be opened). This powerful image reminds us that communication has always been important to God.
EP 16 Jesus as the First Speech Therapist? Finding God's Calling in Speech Therapy Services
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📖 This Week's Devotional: Trusting God When On Uncertain Paths
He has done all things well. He makes the deaf hear and the mute speak." — Mark 7:37 |
When Jesus healed the deaf man, the crowd was "exceedingly astonished" and proclaimed, "He has done all things well." This simple but profound statement applies not just to that miraculous moment, but to God's work in our own lives. Sometimes His plans take us on unexpected detours—from school of music rejections (as in my case) to surprising career shifts (as in Timea's). Yet looking back, we often see that He indeed "does all things well."
Where in your life might God be working, even through what feels like an interruption or change of plans? Could your unique passions and the needs around you be intersecting to reveal God's will for your life? As Timea quoted, "Where there is a need and our passion, where those two intersect, that is God's will."
When you feel uncertain about your path or a situation with your child, remember that God knows best and works all things together for good. He can make your purpose clear in His time.
A Prayer for Discernment
Heavenly Father, Thank You for Your perfect plan for our lives, even when it differs from what we envision. Help us to recognize the places where our passions and the needs around us intersect, revealing Your will. Give parents wisdom to trust their instincts about their children's development, and professionals the compassion to serve families with Your love. Lord Jesus, You who healed the deaf and gave speech to the mute, continue to work through us as Your hands and feet on earth. Grant us peace in following Your path, even when it takes unexpected turns. Amen.
Listen to the full episode with Timea Hyatt now on your podcast platform of choice!
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🌺 Wellness Corner
Just as Timea found her calling by following God's direction to a place where her passions met community needs, spring invites us to open ourselves to new growth and possibilities. This month, I'm excited to share a special essential oil that perfectly complements this season of renewal and transformation.
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Mama, it's time to bloom where you're planted!
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Use this uplifting blend to refresh your spirit while you discern God's purpose for you and your family.
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With love and grace,
Elyse
P.S. Do you know a family who might be concerned about their child's speech development? Share this episode with them—sometimes knowing you're not alone in your journey can make all the difference.
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Elyse Scheeler
Podcast Host of Speaking Life Into Motherhood
Speech Language Pathologist, Wellness Coach, doTerra Wellness Advocate
"Empowering transformations by speaking life into mind, body, and soul."
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