Have you ever felt a quiet, persistent restlessness — a sense
that no matter how good life gets, something still feels off? In
this episode, Niki Kirby unpacks the powerful biblical theme of
“exile” from her book The Garden of Exile, revealing how
the human story—from Eden to eternity—is one of displacement and
longing for true home. She reframes modern discomfort as a
spiritual ache for shalom, inviting listeners to see
their discontent not as something to numb, but as something that
points to God’s greater restoration story.
Drawing from Scripture, Niki shares how we can live
faithfully in exile as she explores how we are
called to build, plant, love, and multiply even in a broken world.
From navigating spiritual warfare and avoiding distraction, to
embracing relationships as tools of sanctification, she offers a
grounded and hopeful vision for everyday faithfulness. With a
powerful emphasis on lament as holy ground and hope as a daily
fight, this conversation reminds us that while we may not feel at
home here, we are not without purpose—and restoration is
coming.
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Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol is a weekly podcast dedicated to helping men, women, and couples experience good health, loving relationships and joyful spirituality that Jesus came to bring.