Listen "24. Take Heart in Trials (with Jessica Howard & Sonja Allen)"
Episode Synopsis
Trials aren't a matter of if—they're a matter of when. We all face moments that bring us to our knees: devastating diagnoses, fractured relationships, crushing losses, and countless other heartaches that derail our carefully laid plans.But as followers of Jesus, how do we navigate these dark valleys? How do we maintain an eternal perspective when our present reality feels overwhelming? And how can we offer genuine support to others walking through their own storms?In this episode, Eric, Jessica, and Sonja dive deep into James 1:2-4, exploring how we can actually find joy in the midst of trials— because God's presence fundamentally transforms how we experience suffering.Show notes:James 1:2-41 Peter 1:6-7John 15:11A Praying Life by Paul MillerWalking with God Through Pain and Suffering by Timothy Keller