Ep 121 // How to Hear God's Voice in the Midst of Setbacks - Insights from Tamara Jackson Building a Life of Courageous Faith

Have you ever felt stuck between where you thought life would take you... and the winding, wild path God is actually leading you on?

In today's deeply moving and faith-filled conversation, Megan sits down with Tamara Jackson – faith-based leadership consultant, speaker, podcaster, and founder of Beaconship. Tamara shares her incredible story of chasing corporate success, navigating crushing setbacks, caring for her mother through illness, and ultimately surrendering to God's unexpected (and exceedingly better!) plan.

If you've ever wondered how to hear God's voice when life gets messy, how to move forward when dreams shatter, or how to walk by faith when you can’t see the whole picture — this episode is your invitation to trust the journey and grasp His promises.

Tamara also unveils her powerful GRASP Faith Framework, a Spirit-led decision-making process that will help you stop overthinking and start moving with clarity and purpose!

Quotes to Remember:

"Success is not a straight line. God is doing deep work in the detours."

"Sometimes the road will be smooth, sometimes rocky, but keep moving — I am with you."

"You can control building a relationship with God that keeps you at peace even when life feels out of control."

Reflection Questions:

When in your life have you seen God's hand most clearly — even if you didn’t recognize it at first?

What is God inviting you to grasp in faith right now, even if you don’t have all the answers?

How can you create more intentional space to hear His voice in the busy, noisy parts of your life?

Mentioned in This Episode:

• The GRASP Framework for Spirit-led decision-making:
• Gather information
• Reflect
• Ask God for guidance
• Strategize wisely
• Proceed in faith
• Beaconship — Tamara's God-breathed project to empower faith-driven entrepreneurs and nonprofits
• Cascade Falls Encounter — The prophetic hike where Tamara first heard God's detailed guidance for the long, winding journey ahead

• Visit Beaconship
• Listen to The Beacon Show podcast
• Follow Tamara on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram
• Join the Beaconship community to grow in wisdom and Spirit-led leadership!

• Podcast: Kingdom Life Coaching Podcast
• Website: meganbnilsen.com
• Grab the Book: Untangled Faith
• Free Gift: Untangled Faith Audio Introduction
• Book a free discovery call!

Plus, if you need a practical next step to hear God's voice more clearly, grab Megan's book Untangled Faith and start your own Spirit-led journaling journey today!