179: 4 Life-Changing Questions to Ask God During Hard Seasons (Biblical Encouragement for Trials)

Introduction Are you walking through a hard season and wondering where God is in it? If you’re feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or confused by what God is allowing, this episode is for you. In today’s episode, we explore four people from the Bible who endured deep trials—and what their responses reveal about how God works in difficult seasons. You’ll learn four powerful questions you can ask yourself when life feels heavy, questions that can shift your perspective, strengthen your faith, and bring clarity even when answers feel far away. This episode is especially for Christian women navigating hardship, whether that’s health struggles, emotional exhaustion, uncertainty, or a season that simply doesn’t make sense yet. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why hardship doesn’t mean God has abandoned you How your response to trials can change your future Biblical examples of faith during suffering Four life-changing questions to ask God in difficult seasons How God often provides before we even notice Biblical Lessons on Trials, Faith, and God’s Provision 1. The Israelites in the Wilderness: Recognizing God’s Provision The Israelites experienced miracles—freedom from Egypt, the parting of the Red Sea—yet still found themselves wandering in the wilderness. Their story reminds us that complaining and unbelief can blind us to God’s daily provision. God provided manna every day, even while they grumbled. Life-Changing Question #1: What is the “manna” God has already placed in your life that you may be overlooking? God often supplies what we need before we recognize it. 2. Hagar: Seeing the Provision That Was Always There Hagar’s story is one of pain, rejection, and survival. Alone in the wilderness with her son, she believed death was inevitable—until God opened her eyes to a well of water that had been there all along. Life-Changing Question #2: What provision or answer might God be placing right in front of you that you can’t see yet? Distraction, grief, trauma, and exhaustion can keep us from noticing God’s help. 3. Paul in Prison: Using Hard Seasons for God’s Glory Paul endured imprisonment, beatings, and hardship—yet instead of giving up, he used his suffering to encourage others. Some of the most impactful books of the New Testament were written while he was in chains. Life-Changing Question #3: How can God use this hard season for His glory? God doesn’t waste suffering when we remain willing. 4. Joseph: Serving Faithfully While Waiting Joseph’s story reminds us that delay is not denial. Sold into slavery, falsely accused, and imprisoned, Joseph continued to serve with integrity. His willingness to encourage others—even while waiting for his own breakthrough—ultimately led to freedom and fulfillment. Life-Changing Question #4: Who is the “cupbearer” in your life that God is calling you to serve right now? Sometimes our breakthrough comes through serving others faithfully. Time-Stamped Highlights 00:00 – Four biblical figures who endured trials 01:00 – The Israelites and the danger of grumbling 03:20 – Identifying the “manna” in your life 04:20 – Hagar’s wilderness story and unseen provision 06:44 – God opening our eyes to what’s already there 09:10 – Paul’s imprisonment and faithful endurance 11:06 – Using hardship for God’s glory 11:36 – Joseph’s long road from dream to fulfillment 13:58 – Serving others while waiting for breakthrough 16:53 – Faith-filled next steps for health and clarity Key Takeaways God provides even when we’re struggling to trust Him Hard seasons often reveal what needs to shift in our hearts Faithfulness in suffering matters more than circumstances Serving others can be the doorway to your breakthrough God’s timing is purposeful, even when it’s painful Feeling Stuck in Your Health or Life Right Now? If you’re in a season where things feel heavy, confusing, or overwhelming—especially when it comes to your health—you don’t have to figure it out alone. Work With Me I offer one-time Health Clarity Sessions—faith-fueled conversations focused on discernment, peace, and wise next steps, not diagnosis or protocols. 👉 Learn more or book your session: herholistichealing.com/clarity If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend who might need hope today—and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. Start with the $47 Workshop Learn more: herholistichealing.com