Episode Details

In this powerful and deeply encouraging episode of the Rooted in Christ Podcast, host Eric Stephens, founder of Redwood Christian Ministries, sits down with Anna Hurst for an honest conversation about surrender, faith, and what it truly means to live with open hands before God.

Anna shares her personal journey from religious routine to authentic relationship with Jesus, unpacking the concept of open-handed living—a life marked by surrender, trust, and freedom. Together, Eric and Anna explore how hearing God’s voice shapes daily decisions, parenting, marriage, and purpose, even in the midst of busy, overwhelming seasons of life.

This episode dives into:

• What open-handed living really means for Christians today
• Learning to discern the voice of God in everyday life
• Letting go of control and trusting God with family, finances, and future
• Building prayer and Bible habits in busy seasons
• Anna’s testimony of surrender, healing, and transformation
• Unity in the body of Christ across denominations
• Encouragement for those just starting their faith journey

Whether you’re feeling spiritually stuck, overwhelmed by life, or longing for a deeper relationship with Jesus, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to trust God more fully and walk in the freedom He offers.

Listen, be encouraged, and take your next step toward a surrendered life in Christ.