About this episode

Missy Eversole interviews Lori Ann Wood about her book and the challenges of faith during difficult times.

What do you do when life takes a turn you never would have chosen? In today's episode of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy sits down with author Lori Ann Wood to talk about her book Divine Detour: The Path You Never Chose Can Lead to the Faith You've Always Wanted. After a sudden and life-threatening heart failure diagnosis, Lori Ann found herself wrestling with deep questions about faith, suffering, and God's goodness. In this episode, they discuss: The three faith questions we all face in trials: Is this life all there is? Is God always good? Is God's plan enough? Why doubt and questions can actually strengthen—not weaken—your faith The difference between lamenting and complaining, and why it matters How to stay connected to God when you feel silent, confused, or overwhelmed This conversation is a powerful reminder that detours don't derail your faith, but deepen it. Remember to live boldly for Jesus and let your light shine bright for Him! Connect with Lori Ann: Website: lorianwood.com Get her book: Divine Detour: The Path You Never Chose Can Lead to the Faith You've Always Wanted on Amazon. Free resource: Five prayers and promises when you can't talk to God Connect with…

People in this episode

Host: Missy Eversole

Guest: Lori Ann Wood

Topics covered

• faith
• suffering
• God's goodness
• doubt
• connection to God
• spiritual detours

Keywords

• trusting God
• heart failure
• faith questions
• lamenting vs complaining
• spiritual connection
• Divine Detour

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: lorianwood.com, Amazon, MissyEversole.com

Books & works: Divine Detour: The Path You Never Chose Can Lead to the Faith You've Always Wanted

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