Mabel Ninan: Living as Citizens of Heaven and Foreigners on Earth

Have you ever felt out of place? A little lost after moving to a new town, state, or even country? My guest today is Mabel Ninan. After moving to America from India as a newlywed, Mabel struggled with identity and purpose. Then something exciting and unexpected happened--God revealed to her she was not only an earthly immigrant but a spiritual one too, and what she was feeling was more natural than she thought. On today's show, we're talking about living as citizens of heaven and foreigners on earth. Mabel shares her story, her struggles, and her sacred journey of spiritual discovery of renewed joy and hope. We gain a new perspective when we remember this is not our home, but while we're here, God has a purpose for each of our lives. I know what Mabel has to share will encourage, inspire, and challenge you--so listen in while I have a chat with Mabel Ninan. By the Way... Fierce Calling is on the Spark Network which can be found on the Edifi App! Fierce Calling is one of many Christian podcasts available on the Edifi app. To listen to this podcast and other amazing Christian podcasts, go to the Apple or Google Play stores and download the app today! Favorite Quotes from Living as Citizens of Heaven and Foreigners on Earth "... we are called to engage with culture lovingly so that they see we are different.""It's important that we see our lives here on earth as a journey with a purpose." --Mabel Ninan "For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ; who will transform the body of our lowly condition into conformity with His glorious body, by the exertion of the power that He has even to subject all things to Himself." Philippians 3:20-21 (NASB) Connect with Mabel! You can connect with Mabel at mabelninan.com and pre-order her book at mabelninan.com/farfromhome until July 11, 2022, and get her amazing pre-order bonuses (her recipe booklet, teaching videos, audio prayers, and more!). Mabel's Video Podcast Check out Mabel's YouTube video podcast Immigrant Faith Stories! More about Mabel ... Mabel Ninan Mabel Ninan is a wife, mom, author, speaker, Bible teacher, and podcast host. She's also an immigrant. Born and raised in Hyderabad, India, Mabel moved to America as a newlywed in 2008. The journey from East to West involved never-before-taken routes into identity crises, separation anxieties, and cultural perplexities. Her immigrant journey overlapped with a spiritual one, completely (and surprisingly) altering her relationship with God. Her eyes were opened as she wrestled with the fundamentals of her identity and her faith. She discovered in a wholly fresh and personal way what it meant to be a sojourner on earth and a citizen of heaven. She is currently pursuing an M.A. in Theological Studies from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Mabel is a lover of tea, books, and dancing, She lives in Silicon Valley, California, with her husband, son, and a Maltese pup. Let's Stay Connected! I'd love to hear how Fierce Calling has blessed you! Leave me a message on my contact page at dorisswift.com. Scroll down and grab my free resources and when you do, you will also receive my free monthly newsletter with more encouragement!