<p>Hey guys, welcome back to another episode of <em>The Anchored by the Sword Podcast. </em>I am so excited about today’s conversation—because this one truly felt like a God-ordained connection.</p><p>Today, I’m sitting down with Kim Oswalt, and you guys… her story is such a beautiful reminder that when God calls you into something, He doesn’t leave you to figure it out alone.</p><p><br></p><p>We talk about what it looks like to:</p><ul><li>Say “yes” to God—even when you feel unqualified</li><li>Walk through fear (especially the fear of failure)</li><li>Step into obedience before you feel ready</li><li>And discover that you were actually made for more all along</li></ul><p>Kim shares her journey of coming to faith as a teenager, walking through years of growth, and then—years later—feeling God nudge her to write a book… even though she had never written anything before.</p><p><br></p><p>And I love this part—because I know so many of us can relate:</p><p><br></p><p>👉 The fear wasn’t about writing<br>👉 The fear was about failing</p><p><br></p><p>But the moment she named it, God met her there… and everything started to shift.</p><p><br></p><p>Since then, she has released <strong>three books</strong>:</p><ul><li><em>The Abundant Life</em></li><li><em>The Battle for Our Minds</em></li><li><em>Abiding with God</em></li></ul><p><br></p><p>And in this episode, we dive deep into:</p><p>✨ What it really means to abide with God<br>✨ The lies we believe that hold us back<br>✨ Why we keep God at arms length (even when we love Him)<br>✨ And how spending time with Him actually transforms us from the inside out</p><p><br></p><p>One of my favorite takeaways from this conversation:<br><em>We become like who or what we spend time with.</em></p><p><br></p><p>So what would happen… if we truly spent time with Jesus daily—not just on Sundays, not just when things get hard—but in the everyday moments?</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is such an encouragement if you’ve been:</p><ul><li>Feeling stuck</li><li>Feeling afraid to take the next step</li><li>Or sensing God is calling you into something more</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Friend, this is your reminder:<br><em>Your obedience matters more than your perfection.</em></p><p><br></p><p>Tune in now and let this conversation encourage you to take that next step with God.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Bio:</strong></p><p>Kim Oswalt is a wife, mother, women’s ministry leader, and three-time published author with a heart devoted to serving the Lord. She lives in the beautiful state of Utah where she finds refreshment in God’s creation—whether that’s running (three half-marathons and counting), hiking with family and friends, or simply soaking in the stillness of nature. When she’s not outdoors, Kim enjoys reading, writing, and relaxing at home, snuggling with her puppies.</p><p><br></p><p>She and her husband, Steve, have been married for twenty-three years and are raising their teenage daughter, who keeps them on their toes and fills their lives with joy. Kim’s background as both a military child and former military spouse has given her a deep appreciation for life’s many seasons and the faithfulness of God through them all. </p><p><br></p><p>Kim leads a women’s Bible study and enjoys hosting events that draw women together in Christ-centered community. She’s passionate about encouraging others to walk closely with God, believing that while each of our journeys is unique, every path we walk is divinely woven and never crosses another by accident. Through her ministry, writing, and relationships, Kim continues to point others toward deeper faith and lasting friendship rooted in the love of Jesus.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Anchor Verse:</strong></p><p>Jeremiah 29:13</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Kim:</strong></p><p><strong>Website: </strong><a href="http://Kimoswalt.com">Kimoswalt.com</a></p><p><strong>FB: </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/17VBTnNyCy/?mibextid=wwXIfr">https://www.facebook.com/share/17VBTnNyCy/?mibextid=wwXIfr</a></p><p><strong>IG: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kimoswalt_author?igsh=aW93dmlnamw1OWFu">https://www.instagram.com/kimoswalt_author</a></p><p><br></p><p>***We love hearing from you! Your reviews help our podcast community and keep these important conversations going. If this episode inspired you, challenged you, or gave you a fresh perspective, we’d be so grateful if you’d take a moment to leave a review. Just head to Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen and share your thoughts—it’s a simple way to make a big impact!***</p>