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When Self-Reliance Fails: Why God Didn’t Let It Work

Author
Chelsey Holm
Published
Thu 10 Jul 2025
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Hard work. Hustle. Do more. Plan better.

That was Chelsey’s formula—until God lovingly let it all fall apart.


In this deeply honest episode, Chelsey opens up about what happened when she did everything “right” in business… and still didn’t see success. Not because she was lazy, but because God loved her too much to let her idolize her own effort.


If you’ve been pushing, planning, or praying while secretly still trying to control the outcome—this is your wake-up call. This episode will show you:


  • Why self-reliance masquerades as faith
  • What God is doing in you when things aren’t working for you
  • How fasting reveals who (or what) you really trust
  • The beauty and necessity of reaching the end of yourself



This one is fire for anyone who’s ever thought, “I’m doing everything I can—why isn’t it working?”

Because maybe… that’s the point.


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Chelsey Holm | the Wife Coach
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I help Christian wives surrender fully, live Spirit-led, and be set apart according to God’s design in marriage, motherhood, and life."

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2x certified Coach (John Maxwell Leadership, Kristen Boss SSLS)
10+ years coaching experience
NASM-certified in Personal Training and Nutrition
Mom of 5, Army wife 16 years

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