āGodās Faithfulness in Lifeās Hardest Momentsā With Wendy Blight
Description:Suffering isnāt something we choose, but itās something we all face. In todayās episode, Wendy Blight courageously shares her journey through unimaginable hardship and reveals the truth that God meets us in our suffering ā not only to sustain us but to strengthen our faith. Wendy shows us that enduring trials with Godās help doesnāt just change our circumstances; it transforms us. Youāll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to embrace endurance as a path to greater intimacy with God and experience His faithfulness like never before.Youāll learn:How trusting God in suffering shapes your character.Why endurance is a spiritual gift that deepens your faith.How to find glimpses of joy in Godās presence during pain.Practical steps for applying Godās Word in tough times.How to view suffering as an opportunity for growth.Resources From This Episode:Ready for a summer of deepening your faith? Join the Circle 31 Book Club as we read The Hidden Prince by Tessa Afshar starting June 1. This powerful novel weaves together themes of faith, perseverance, and God's sovereignty ā perfect for anyone walking through a season of endurance. Order your book, and letās dive in together!Want to go deeper in your understanding of Godās Word? Download our free guide, How To Study the Bible, and discover simple, effective methods to help you grow in your faith ā even when life feels overwhelming.When you give to Proverbs 31 Ministries, you make it possible for us to help you and women like you know the Truth of God's Word and live the Truth every day because we know it changes everything.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.Want More on This Topic?Ā In this episode, Wendy referenced a previous podcast teaching she gave on the topic of anxiety. Click here to listen to āSecret Weapons To Fight Anxiousness.āWatch this clip from our Therapy & Theology podcast on āHow To Help Others With What Youāve Been Through.āWe want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us here.
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"Questions and Doubts Donāt Make You a Bad Christian" With Lysa TerKeurst and Craig Groeschel
God doesn't want tidy thoughts from us ā He wants a real, authentic relationship with us.In this episode with Lysa TerKeurst and Craig Groeschel, you'll learn:Why doubts and questions are not your enemy.How "deconstruction" can be a path to a more mature, authentic faith.How God welcomes us to share honestly with Him.Helpful LinksGet your copy of The Benefit of Doubt: How Confronting Your Deepest Questions Can Lead to a Richer Faith by Craig Groeschel.Sign up to receive Lysa TerKeurstās FREE five-day devotional "Why Isn't God Answering My Prayer?" today!When you give to Proverbs 31 Ministries, you make it possible for us to help you and women like you know the Truth of God's Word and live the Truth every day because we know it changes everything.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.Want more on this topic?Ā Listen to "How Can I Feel Close to God Again?" with Dr. Joel Muddamalle.Listen to "Have You Felt Frustrated With God?" with Ashley Morgan Jackson.Watch āIs God Always Good?" with Lysa TerKeurst.We want to hear how this podcast has impacted you! Share your story with us here.
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āHow To Trust God When You Donāt Have All the Answersā With Abby McDonald
When life feels uncertain, we often want God to give us a clear sign. But what if His voice is showing up in quieter ways? In this episode, author Abby McDonald shares how sheās learning to let go of control and trust God even without all the details. If youāve ever felt stuck waiting for clarity, this conversation will remind you that Godās presence is steady ā even when answers arenāt.Youāll learn:How to keep trusting God when He seems silent.Why you donāt need to have it all figured out before moving forward.How to shift your mindset to help you stop overthinking every decision.What to do when youāre afraid of getting it wrong.Resources From This Episode:Get Abby McDonaldās book, Surrendering Certainty: Hearing God Today by Letting Go of Tomorrow ā a powerful guide to help you stop chasing clarity and start resting in God's presence, even when the future feels uncertain.Sign up for our FREE Encouragement for TodayĀ Devotions ā relatable, biblical messages delivered straight to your inbox each weekday to help you stay rooted in God's Truth no matter what life brings.When you give to Proverbs 31 Ministries, you make it possible for us to help you and women like you know the Truth of God's Word and live the Truth every day because we know it changes everything.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.Want More on This Topic?Ā Watch a clip from the popular Therapy & Theology podcast series on the Proverbs 31 Ministries YouTube channel titled āI Donāt Understand What God Is Allowing.āListen to āWhat Is My Assignment From God While I Am Here on Earth?ā with Dr. Joel Muddamalle and Shae Hill.Ā
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"30 Minutes of Wisdom: A Q&A With Lysa TerKeurst"
Have you ever wished you could meet up with Lysa TerKeurst for coffee?Well, we invited her to come on the podcast so she could answer the questions youād likely ask her!In this episode, you will learn:How to discern God's voice from your own.When to rest and when to press through.How to say "yes" to God and include your kids in the process.When to share your story and what to say.Resources From This Episode:Download "Chosen, Called & Confident: 5 Days of Believing God Can Use You" by Lysa TerKeurst here.Join us July 25-26, 2025, for She Speaks, a two-day conference with customizable workshops and coaching sessions. This year is our most affordable conference experience yet! Sign up now!When you give to Proverbs 31 Ministries, you make it possible for us to help you and women like you know the Truth of God's Word and live the Truth every day because we know it changes everything.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.Want More on This Topic?Listen to "Friendship Do's and Don'ts" With Lysa TerKeurst and Her BFFs.Listen to "If Obedience Feels Uncomfortable" With Rachael Groll.Watch "How To Trust God Through Seasons of Waiting and Change" With Lysa TerKeurst and Brittany Sjogren.
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āFor the Girl Who Has High Expectations for Herselfā With Jasmine Kromah
Friend, itās honorable that you want to do all things with excellence. But sometimes we set the bar too high.Ā In this episode, our new guest and Proverbs 31 Ministries teammate Jasmine Kromah shares how her background as a dancer and oldest sibling shaped her struggle with perfectionism. With grace and honesty, Jasmine walks us through the internal pressure many of us feel to perform ā not just in life but in our relationship with God. Together, weāll explore what Scripture has to say about expectations and learn how to trade striving for surrender.Youāll learn:The important distinction between striving for excellence and perfectionism.How Jesus already met the standard of perfection so we don't have to.Why rest is a spiritual practice that imitates God.Practical ways to challenge negative thought loops and celebrate progress.How to practice self-compassion and replace expectations with intentions.Resources From This Episode:Download "A Simplified Guide Through the Lord's Prayer" to experience the power of prayer when life feels chaotic or out of control.Follow Proverbs 31 Ministries on social media for daily encouragement and truth.When you give to Proverbs 31 Ministries, you make it possible for us to help you and women like you know the Truth of God's Word and live the Truth every day because we know it changes everything.Click here to download a transcript of this episode.Want More on This Topic?Ā Listen to āAre We Missing Jesus as We Work for Jesus?ā with Gloria Umanah.Ā Watch āWhy Am I So Afraid of Failure?ā with Dr. Joel Muddamalle on the Proverbs 31 Ministries YouTube channel.
For over 25 years Proverbs 31 Ministries' mission has been to intersect God's Word in the real, hard places we all struggle with. That's why we started this podcast. Every episode will feature a variety of teachings from president Lysa TerKeurst, staff members or friends of the ministry who can teach you something valuable from their vantage point. We hope that regardless of your age, background or stage of life, it's something you look forward to listening to each month!