Hope in the Hard Places—Biblical Encouragement for Life’s Trials
Life’s toughest trials can leave us weary—but not without hope. Here you’ll find faith-filled encouragement, biblical wisdom, and real stories from women who have clung to Christ through grief, illness, loss, and more. You’re not alone—and with Jesus, you are stronger than you know.
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything” (Jas. 1:2-4).
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Adversity is part of the Christian life. Jesus warned His disciples before His death, “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).
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How do we experience His peace in the midst of trouble? How do we persevere in order to come out the other side “mature and complete, not lacking anything”? Let’s look at it in terms of past, present, and future:
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Remember God’s faithfulness. When God held back the Jordan River so the Israelites could cross into the Promised Land, He told Joshua to build a memorial to remind them of God’s provision (Josh. 4:1-8). We also should keep a record of how God has provided for us in the past so we can look back during times when we can’t see Him working. He is faithful.
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Trust in His presence. Even if we don’t feel it, we can rely on His presence in the midst of our pain. The Psalmist writes, “If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast” (Ps. 139:8-10). And God Himself said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you” (Heb. 13:5). He is always with us.
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Hold on to hope. “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where our forerunner, Jesus, has entered on our behalf” (Heb. 6:19-20). Jesus entered the Holy of Holies for us, but when He died, the curtain separating God from His people was torn in two (Matt. 27:51). This gives us an anchor to hold onto, knowing that Jesus has paid the price for our sins and our eternity is secure. He keeps His promises.
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When life doesn’t turn out the way you imagined, or people who were supposed to be in your corner disappoint you, or God doesn’t answer your prayers the way you thought He should, look to the past for His faithfulness, the present for His presence and the future for His promises.
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From Our Heart to Yours
Welcome to Just Between Us—You’re not alone.
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Life has a way of catching us off guard. Illness. Loss. Disappointment. Loneliness. These moments can feel like too much—but they are never too much for God.
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This section exists to walk with you through the hard things. Here, you’ll find stories of resilience, articles on faith in the fire, and practical wisdom for navigating grief, fear, and unanswered prayers. Whether you're in the middle of a storm or walking with someone who is, we pray you’ll find comfort, courage, and strength that only Jesus can give.
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You may feel weary, but you are not forgotten. God sees you. He’s not distant from your pain—He’s right in the middle of it, walking with you every step of the way.
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So take heart, friend. He has overcome the world—and He will carry you through.
