n this engaging conversation, Trisha Mounce and Marci Viland explore themes of faith, resilience, and personal growth. Marci shares her journey living with MS, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and vulnerability in connecting with others. They discuss how life's challenges can lead to profound lessons and a deeper relationship with God, highlighting the significance of hope and perseverance in overcoming obstacles. In this conversation, Marci Viland shares her journey of living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and the profound realizations that emerged from her struggles. She discusses the importance of finding purpose in adversity, the desire to be a mother despite her diagnosis, and the responsibility she feels to educate others about her condition. The dialogue emphasizes vulnerability, the significance of faith, and the power of storytelling to inspire hope in others. Marci also reflects on the role of scripture in her life and how it guides her through challenges, ultimately leading to a mission of sharing hope with those facing similar struggles with a ton of laughter!🤣 Takeaways: *Hearing stories can resonate and bring back faith. *Vulnerability is key to connecting with others. *Life's challenges can lead to personal growth. *Faith provides strength in difficult times. *Sharing personal experiences fosters community. *Finding hope is an honor we can offer others. *Children's honesty teaches us about vulnerability. *Life lessons often come from struggles. *Faith shapes our perspective on health challenges. *Every individual has a purpose and story to share. Finding purpose in adversity can lead to personal growth. *The desire to be a mother can drive one to overcome challenges. *Negative perspectives from others can be reframed into opportunities for education. *Vulnerability is essential in setting examples for children. *Deciphering between God's voice and negative influences is crucial. *Self-reflection can lead to significant life changes. *Storytelling can be a powerful tool for spreading hope. *God-driven hope is more impactful than hope without faith. *Scripture can provide strength and guidance in difficult times. *Connecting with others through social media can amplify one's message.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:57 Faith and Personal Stories

06:00 Vulnerability and Sharing Truth

09:02 Life Lessons from Struggles

12:09 Moments of Faith and Growth

14:59 Perspective on Living with MS

17:57 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Strength

22:19 Finding Purpose in Adversity

24:12 The Desire to Be a Mother

25:42 Overcoming Negative Perspectives

27:24 The Importance of Vulnerability

30:29 Deciphering Voices: God's vs. Negative Influences

32:55 The Journey of Self-Reflection

34:45 Creating Hope Through Storytelling

36:19 The Power of God-Driven Hope

39:02 The Significance of Scripture in Life

43:15 Connecting Through Social Media