In this powerful episode of Lessons From Living, host Beth sits down with Vikki Southwell, author of His Name is Michael. Vikki opens up about her life’s mistakes—including an abortion at just seventeen—and the deep regret that followed. She shares how God redeemed her story, blessing her with children, love, and a renewed purpose after years of broken relationships. Today, Vikki uses her platform to inspire young women to make wise choices, lean into God’s guidance, and discover His grace through life’s hardest struggles.
Episode Outline
- 0:06 – Nothing is wasted in God
Vikki opens with honesty about her past and how God turned every broken piece into something meaningful. - 1:48 – Early trauma and confusion about love
She recounts childhood abuse and the resulting emotional scars that shaped her understanding of relationships. - 6:07 – The pain of abortion and the long road to healing
Vikki shares the emotional aftermath of being pressured into abortion at 16 and how it changed her life. - 28:12 – The turning point with God
A moment of complete surrender in her bathroom becomes the start of forgiveness, transformation, and faith. - 33:59 – Rebuilding identity in Christ
Vikki learns what it means to be loved by God, to forgive herself, and to walk in true peace.
Best Quotes from the Podcast
“How can one person make so many stupid decisions? But God has used it all. Nothing is wasted in Him.”
“Shame doesn’t say you did something bad, shame says you are bad. Jesus comes to break that voice.”
“You can’t heal from what you refuse to acknowledge. God took me back to the hard places, but this time I wasn’t alone.”
“Nothing erases the past, but forgiveness releases its hold on your future.”
“He stripped me back and rebuilt me piece by piece—stronger, freer, and finally at peace.”
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