Ashlee Eiland's Freedom Story!

Today’s conversation is with Ashlee Eiland, author of the newly released book “Say Good.” As the Vice President for The Colossian Forum, Ashlee is passionate about fostering better discussions amidst division and disagreements.

Growing up as one of the few black girls in a predominantly white Catholic school, Ashlee grappled with questions of identity and belonging. Accused of talking “too white” in one setting and feeling out of place in another, she embarked on a journey to find her true identity in Christ. She shares her personal journey of liberation from insecurity and the power of God’s promises to redefine our sense of self-worth. 

In “Say Good,” she looks at biblical insights and practical wisdom, and offers guidance on navigating difficult conversations with grace and humility.

From her own battles with illness to the challenges of 2020, Ashlee’s story is a testament to the transformative power of God’s deliverance. Through vulnerability and authenticity, she invites listeners to embrace their own stories of liberation and discover the courage to speak truth in love.

Bio:

Ashlee Eiland is a thought leader, writer, and Bible teacher who exists to join in God's redemptive work here on Earth. Her work has one purpose: to help humanity build bridges back to the truth of who God is and between one another in whole and healing relationships. Ashlee formerly served as Co-Lead Pastor at Mars Hill Bible Church in West Michigan, has partnered with Women Speakers Collective as a coach and cohort leader, and has led alongside Glenn Packiam, Rich Villodas and Sharon Hodde Miller as part of Barna's The Resilient Pastor cohort initiatives. Ashlee is also part of a forthcoming documentary on personal transformation and communal reconciliation from Tremolo Productions, featuring the work of The Colossian Forum. (The documentary's filmmaker, Nicholas Ma, is an award-winning director, producer and writer whose work includes Netflix's Won't You Be My Neighbor documentary.) She and her husband live in Grand Rapids with their three kids.

Anchor Verses:

Isaiah 58

Ephesians 4: 17-32

Connect with Ashlee:

Website: https://www.ashleeeiland.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/ashlee_eiland

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