God, Do You See My Suffering? Finding Purpose in Pain and Hope in the Darkness

Hey friends — it’s Danielle.

If you’re in a season of pain right now, I want you to know: I see you. More importantly, God sees you.

In this episode, I’m opening up the pages of Job 14 and inviting you into a real and raw conversation about suffering, grief, anxiety, trauma, and the questions we all wrestle with when life hurts.

I’m not here to give you quick answers. I’m here to sit with you in the hard and speak truth over your heart.

In this episode, we’ll walk through:

🔹 7 deep, soul-level questions we ALL ask in suffering (and how God answers each one) 🔹 What Job 14 teaches us about lament, honesty, and hope 🔹 Why your pain is not a punishment 🔹 How God uses suffering to shape, strengthen, and sanctify 🔹 The hope we have—even when God feels silent

If you’ve ever said, “Why is this happening? Where is God? Will this ever end?” — this one’s for you. Whether you’re battling migraines like I do, carrying trauma, or helping someone else through their valley, this is a space for grace, comfort, and truth.

💬 “Job didn’t pretend to be okay. And God didn’t push him away. Your honesty is welcome here.”

💻 Read the full blog post that goes with this episode: 👉 God, Do You See My Suffering?

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You’re not alone. You’re not forgotten. God sees. And He is near.

In grace & truth, Danielle 🤍

Have you ever done everything right—walked in integrity, honored God—and still ended up misunderstood or betrayed? That’s exactly where Joseph found himself in Genesis 39… and if I’m honest, that’s where many of us find ourselves too.

In this episode, I want to remind you of something powerful: God’s presence is the true blessing. Not the position, not the promotion, not the applause—but His nearness.

We’ll walk through Joseph’s highs and lows together and talk about what it really means when Scripture says, “The Lord was with Joseph.” Because that same presence that sustained him through false accusation and prison is the same presence that holds you today.

You’ll also hear a beautiful story from one of the women who attended our Renew & Restore Women’s Healing Retreat—a reminder that even in the hardest seasons, God is still working, healing, and redeeming what feels lost.

✨ Want to go deeper? I just published a new blog post that pairs with this episode: 📝 “God’s Presence Is the True Blessing” It’s a heartfelt reflection filled with scripture, a little humor, and practical ways to stay grounded in God’s presence—even when life feels unfair. → Read the full blog now at happyfamilycoach.com/blog

If you’ve been in a season of waiting, suffering, or feeling unseen, this episode and blog are for you. My prayer is that as you listen and read, you’ll begin to recognize that His presence is not only enough—it’s everything.

xoxo, Danielle

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Betrayal hurts in a way few other wounds do. Maybe it came from a spouse, a close friend, a parent, or even someone in your church. When trust is broken, it can shake your whole world and leave you wondering if you’ll ever feel safe again.

In this episode, I want to walk with you through what forgiveness really looks like after betrayal. Together, we’ll talk about:

• How to release bitterness without excusing sin.

• Why forgiveness and reconciliation aren’t the same thing.

• The difference between building healthy boundaries and putting up walls.

• How to recognize real fruit of repentance when trust is being rebuilt.

• And how to step off the Unhappy Kid Triangle and move forward in freedom.

Friend, I know this isn’t easy. Betrayal cuts deep. But Jesus knows this pain — He was betrayed by one of His closest friends — and He shows us the way through. My prayer is that as you listen, you’ll find hope, clarity, and courage to keep moving toward healing and freedom in Christ.

📥 Don’t forget to download your free resource, The Letter of Release Guide, linked in the show notes below.

If this episode encourages you, share it with someone who’s carrying the sting of betrayal today. And remember — forgiveness doesn’t erase the past, but it does free your future.

xoxo,

Danielle

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