When the Grace Lifts: Navigating Divine Discontentment, How to Follow God's Timing and Embracing God’s New Assignment
Episode Introduction:
Are you in a season where what once felt fruitful now feels forced? Maybe you’re sensing a subtle heaviness or holy restlessness—a divine discontentment nudging you toward something new. In this episode, Charity Majors dives deep into the process of transition: how to discern when God’s grace is shifting, what to do in the in-between, and how surrendering your own plans can open you to God’s new assignment for your life. Real, raw, and filled with spiritual insight, this episode is for anyone navigating change, wrestling with letting go, or longing for clarity in the midst of uncertainty.
Key Timestamps:
[00:00:00] – Introduction & episode overview
[00:02:24] – Signs of transition and divine discontentment
[00:04:40] – Defining grace: when God’s empowering presence leads (or shifts)
[00:10:38] – Is grace lifting punishment or protection?
[00:14:41] – How to discern when grace is lifting
[00:20:08] – The role of peace and spiritual alignment
[00:25:31] – Why we’re tempted to cling to the old (and the power of surrender)
[00:33:24] – God’s invitation into deeper transformation and trust
[00:39:06] – Practical ways to move forward in trust and transition
[00:44:51] – Final encouragement, prayer, and next steps
Key Takeaways:
Discernment in Transition: Not every struggle means you’re supposed to quit; learn to discern when God is moving you into a new season through spiritual “friction” and discontentment.
Recognizing When Grace Lifts: When what used to be easy starts to feel draining, doors close, and connections misalign, it’s time to listen for God’s direction.
God’s Grace Has Different Paces: Sometimes He gives you a green light with ease, other times, a yellow light calling for patience. Both are purposeful.
Transition Isn’t Punishment: A shifting grace isn’t God’s disappointment but often His loving protection, preparing you for what’s next.
Letting Go with Surrender: The old season may have held your identity or comfort, but God invites us to loosen our grip for deeper transformation and new assignments.
Practical Anchors: Daily surrender, naming your ache, seeking wise counsel, and following peace can anchor you through spiritual transitions.
You Are Being Led, Not Lost: When grace lifts, it’s an invitation to trust God’s faithfulness and step into more of what He has for you.
Links Mentioned:
Connect with Charity on Instagram: @charitymajors
Learn more, get updates, and see what’s next: wearemeantformore.com
Book referenced: Meant for More: Igniting Your Purpose in a World That Tries to Dim Your Light by Charity Majors
Course mentioned: “Checking Your Vitals” by Melissa Casey & Haley Braun (search for more via hosts’ pages)
Join the Conversation:
Are you in a transition season or feeling that holy restlessness? Charity would love to pray for you and hear your story—reach out on Instagram or visit the website above.
You are meant for more. Thanks for listening, and stay tuned for God-filled new adventures!