Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things for your health—yet still feel anxious, stuck, or disconnected? You’re not alone. Kari and Jenn talk with Luke LeFevre, creator of The Holy Work Method, about how journaling can become a sacred space where healing meets honesty.
Luke shares his journey from burnout and addiction to emotional and spiritual freedom—and how a single act of honest writing became the first step toward restoration.
The Power of Honesty in Healing Emotional and Spiritual Discontent
Luke opens up about a season of deep discontentment where he was ready to give up on God—and how a moment of brutal honesty led to transformation. He explains that real healing begins when we stop hiding our true thoughts and bring them to God without fear or performance.
Luke’s “Be Still and Know” Moment
During one of his darkest seasons, Luke experienced what he describes as a tangible encounter with God—a still, small voice that interrupted his destructive thoughts. This became a turning point that led him to write a letter confessing his struggles and doubts, which ultimately healed his marriage and started his journey into journaling.
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The Holy Work Method: A Framework for Faith-Filled Journaling
Luke breaks down his simple yet powerful five-part method: start with silence, reflect on gratitude, write freely for ten minutes without judgment, name your feelings, and listen for what God wants to say. This rhythm quiets the nervous system and creates space for God’s truth to replace distorted thoughts.
How Writing Helps the Brain Process Pain and Stress
Drawing from the research of Dr. James Pennebaker, Luke explains how writing about difficult emotions for just 15 minutes over four days can help the brain make sense of trauma, reduce anxiety, and restore peace. He shares how faith amplifies this healing process when we surrender our pain to God on paper.
Stillness and Gratitude: The Foundation of Inner Peace
Luke reminds listeners that healing rarely happens in hurry. Setting aside time each morning to be still and grateful not only calms the mind but creates spiritual alignment. It’s in this stillness that God’s voice becomes clear—and where transformation begins.
If you’ve been feeling weary or stuck in your healing journey, this episode will remind you that God meets you in the middle of your mess. Healing begins with honesty, not perfection.