When life doesn’t go how we thought it would, it can be difficult to navigate the tension between the hope and faith we have and the pain we are experiencing. How can we learn to trust God even when the outcomes aren’t what we hoped? And how can we lean into joy when our circumstances are far from happy?In this episode, Jordan speaks with author Nicole Jacobsmeyer about how to walk in joy and faith when life seems to give you more than you can handle. Tune in to this episode to learn:The difference between happiness and joy and what they look like in difficult seasonsHow to hold space for both positive and challenging emotionsThe difference between a theology of glory and a theology of suffering and why it’s important to understand the differenceHow being grounded in God’s Word can help us find joyWhat to do when you experience deep pain and suffering that doesn't match up with what they read in the BibleHow to support or comfort a friend who's facing something really painfulWant to dig deeper? Check out these links mentioned in the episode:@nicole.jacobsmeyer on Instagramnicolejacobsmeyer.comTake Back Your Joy by Nicole JacobsmeyerEmbrace Your Almost Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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