Thanksgiving in the In-Between: Already and Not Yet

In this episode, Rachel explores the concept of "already and not yet," a biblical idea that God's kingdom has come but isn't yet fully present, and how this perspective transforms our understanding of gratitude in the midst of ongoing suffering. She shares how genuine thanksgiving can coexist with honest grief, how transformation happens in liminal spaces, and how to navigate painful holiday gatherings when your arms are still empty or your heart is still broken.

Whether you're facing your first Thanksgiving after loss, your seventh year of unanswered prayer, or somewhere in between, this episode offers permission to hold both gratitude and longing without having to choose between them.