About this episode

Jennifer Slattery and Courtney Reissig discuss maintaining faith during difficult times when God seems silent.

What do we do when God feels silent and life unfolds in ways we never expected? In this honest conversation, Jennifer Slattery and Bible teacher Courtney Reissig explore what it looks like to hold onto faith in seasons of disappointment, disillusionment, and deep uncertainty. When prayers feel unanswered and circumstances challenge what we believe about God, it’s easy to question His goodness, His presence, and His plan. Together, Jennifer and Courtney discuss how hardship can shake our expectations without undoing our faith—and how, like Peter, we can continue returning to Christ, trusting that He alone holds the words of eternal life. Download this episodes free companion guide HERE . Scroll down for reflective questions. Resource referenced: Someone to Believe In: Embracing the Savior Who Stays the Same When Everything Else Changes by  Courtney Reissig 📖 Scriptures Discussed John 6:66–68 – When others walked away, Peter said, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.” John 11:1–44 – Jesus’ interaction with Mary and Martha after Lazarus’ death reveals both His compassion and His power…

People in this episode

Host: Jennifer Slattery

Guest: Courtney Reissig

Topics covered

• trusting God
• faith in uncertainty
• dealing with disappointment
• spiritual resilience
• God's presence
• overcoming doubt

Keywords

• faith
• God's silence
• disappointment
• spirituality
• trust
• Bible
• resilience

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Someone to Believe In: Embracing the Savior Who Stays the Same When Everything Else Changes

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