God Delights Over You, He Doesn't ONLY Tolerate You

Karen Dorsey, retired educator, author of Beach Beatitudes, and Bible teacher, joins Angela to unpack Zephaniah 3:17. Karen shares her journey from believing God merely “tolerated” her to discovering His fierce delight in her as His child. Learn how this verse silences lies of inadequacy, transforms identity, and empowers believers to live boldly in God’s unshakable love.

 

Episode Highlights

• Zephaniah’s Surprising Hope: Why a prophet of judgment penned Scripture’s most tender love song.
• Breaking the Lie: Karen’s childhood wounds and decades of believing God only “tolerated” her.
• The Verse That Changed Everything: Zephaniah 3:17 rewrote Karen’s understanding of God’s heart.
• From Shame to Confidence: How God’s delight fueled Karen’s teaching, writing, and ministry.

Great Quotes

• “God isn’t just loving us—He’s delighted in us. He’s smitten with how He made us.”
• “I thought God loved me but didn’t like me. Zephaniah 3:17 changed that.”
• “He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.” (Zeph. 3:17, NIV)

Resources Mentioned

•Karen’s book: Beach Beatitudes: 40 Encounters with the God of Rest and Restoration

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Related Episodes

• Ep. 2: Walking by the Spirit (Cally Logan)
• Ep. 7: Power, Love, and Sound Mind (Amanda Scarborough)
• Ep. 5: Chosen to Produce Fruit (Na'Kedra Rodgers)

Connect with Karen:

• Website: karendorsey.me

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