133: Held By God in the Dark of Deep Depression
The Integrated Life | Live a Purpose Full life
Release Date: 01/13/2026
133: Held By God in the Dark of Deep Depression
The Integrated Life | Live a Purpose Full life
What happens when God interrupts your steps at just the right moment and forever changes your life? In this powerful and deeply moving episode of The Integrated Life Podcast, host Diana Romero sits down with Iris Thompson to share a testimony that spans decades of faith, friendship, heartbreak, isolation, and miraculous restoration. From a divinely orchestrated prayer meeting on September 11, 2001, to years of ministry, and then into an unexpected dark season marked by loss, depression, and spiritual silence, Iris courageously tells the truth about what many believers are afraid to say out...
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132. Sacred Work, Bold Negotiation & Advocating for the Life You Desire
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What if negotiation wasn’t about a number—but about the life God is inviting you to live? In this powerful and practical conversation, Diana Romero sits down with Peggy Bodde, author, entrepreneur, and founder of Sacred Work to explore the intersection of faith, work, and courageous self-advocacy. From second-act careers to biblical wisdom for the workplace, this episode is packed with insight for Christian women navigating leadership, calling, and compensation. Together, they discuss: Why God cares deeply about your work—and your pay How to negotiate for the life you want, not...
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131. When Wonder Meets the World
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Christmas invites us to slow down and rediscover the awe woven into the story of Jesus’ arrival—and this year, we’re revisiting that wonder together. In this special The Integrated Life Podcast Christmas episode, Diana picks up right where she left off last year in Luke 2, continuing the unfolding story of Christ’s birth through the eyes of those who first witnessed it. From the shepherds who ran with holy urgency, to Simeon who waited faithfully for a promise, to Anna who spent a lifetime devoted to worship—each moment reveals something profound about God’s love, His timing, and...
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130. Lighting the Way by Watering Your Seed
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Have you ever had God speak a simple phrase that stopped you in your tracks? In this episode of The Integrated Life Podcast, Diana shares a powerful moment when the Holy Spirit whispered, “Water your seed.” What began as a quiet word during a busy morning became a beautiful reminder of how God calls each of us to do our part in the Great Commission. As Diana unpacks this gentle nudge from the Lord, she invites listeners to consider their own mission fields—at home, at work, in their communities, and through the ministries God places on their hearts. You’ll hear how God led her to...
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129. The ALL-someness of God
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God is all-knowing, all-powerful, and always present. Satan is NOT. In this episode of The Integrated Life Podcast, Diana Romero invites you to reflect on the supremacy of our God — the One who holds all wisdom, all authority, and all presence. You’ll see through Scripture how God’s power has no equal and how Satan, though deceptive, is limited, defeated, and under God’s command. From the fall of Lucifer to the victory of the cross, Diana reveals the truth that every believer needs to remember: 👉 God knows everything. 👉 God can do anything. 👉 God is everywhere. And Satan?...
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128. Signs and Wonders (Encore Episode)
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Have you ever paused long enough to notice the wonder woven into your everyday life? In this Encore Episode of The Integrated Life Podcast, Diana Romero reintroduces one of her most uplifting messages—an invitation to open your eyes and heart to the signs of God’s presence all around you. From the delicate artistry of a spider’s web to the daily rising of the sun, God fills our lives with reminders of His greatness. Through Diana’s heartfelt reflections, you’ll be inspired to slow down, look deeper, and rediscover the miracles...
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127. Know the Commands: Standing Firm in Spiritual Authority
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Have you ever faced a situation that caught you completely off guard—and later realized God was teaching you something powerful through it? In this episode of The Integrated Life Podcast, host Diana Romero shares a story from one of her early morning walks with her dog, Moko, that turned into a divine lesson about spiritual authority and the commands God gives us to stand firm against the enemy. Join us as we explore how God’s Word, Jesus’ Name, and His Blood equip us to overcome every attack and walk in victory. You’ll also be encouraged to pause and ask, “Lord, what are You...
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126. Hero Kids Network: A Dream in God's Timing
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In this powerful episode of The Integrated Life Podcast, host Diana Romero sits down with Narmine Kendall, a teacher of 26 years whose heart for kids has now grown into a global mission—bringing Christ-centered entertainment into homes through the brand-new Hero Kids Network. 🎉📺 Narmine shares her incredible journey of faith, from leading Bible studies with her cousins at age seven, to trusting God through setbacks, delays, and disappointments, to finally seeing this God-sized dream launch. 🙌 You’ll hear:✨ How God used divine alignments to open doors to this new ministry...
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125. Mark Your Territory: Rise Up as a Spiritual Warrior
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In this high-powered new episode of The Integrated Life Podcast, host Diana Romero shares how God has been stirring in her a deeper understanding of the warrior spirit—and how we as believers are called to rise up, plant our flags, and mark our territory for Christ. Drawing from personal testimony, scripture, and Spirit-led insights, Diana unpacks: ⚔️ What it means to live with a warrior spirit ⚔️ How to mark your territory through prayer, anointing, and declaring God’s Word ⚔️ Why we must remember that our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against spiritual...
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124. Declaring Victory: Planting Your Flag In Faith
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In this powerful solo episode of The Integrated Life Podcast, host Diana Romero unpacks Isaiah 59:19 (NKJV)—“When the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of the Lord will lift up a standard against him.” Diana dives deep into the meaning of standard in scripture—revealing how flags and banners were used as symbols of allegiance, victory, and identity—and how, as believers, we are called to boldly raise the banner of Christ in our lives. Through biblical insights, Hebrew word studies, and personal reflections, Diana shares how planting your flag is both a declaration of...
info_outlineWhat happens when God interrupts your steps at just the right moment and forever changes your life?
In this powerful and deeply moving episode of The Integrated Life Podcast, host Diana Romero sits down with Iris Thompson to share a testimony that spans decades of faith, friendship, heartbreak, isolation, and miraculous restoration. From a divinely orchestrated prayer meeting on September 11, 2001, to years of ministry, and then into an unexpected dark season marked by loss, depression, and spiritual silence, Iris courageously tells the truth about what many believers are afraid to say out loud.
This conversation is a holy reminder that knowing the Word doesn’t make us immune to weariness and that even seasoned ministers can find themselves feeling distant from God. Yet, it is also a breathtaking testimony of how God never leaves, never stops pursuing, and never wastes a season.
If you’ve ever:
- Felt disconnected from God
- Walked through grief or deep isolation
- Believed the enemy’s lies about your worth or salvation
- Wondered if restoration was still possible for you
- …this episode is for you.
🎧 Listen now and be reminded: God orders our steps, even when we think we’ve lost our way.
Join us for Episode 134 when Iris tells the rest of her story. "The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can NEVER extinguish it." John 1:5 (NLT)
Contact Iris:
- Email: ietvmin@gmail.com
- Website: ietvmin.com
Connect with Diana: