In this conversation, Kyle Strobel discusses his book 'When God Seems Distant' and explores the themes of spiritual dryness, the desert experience, and the importance of navigating these challenges with grace and understanding. He emphasizes the role of suffering in spiritual growth and the necessity of guidance during difficult times. The discussion also touches on generational shifts in spirituality, the impact of COVID on church dynamics, and the importance of honesty and lament in faith.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4lydW2M

Suffering and Spiritual Formation with Kyle Strobel Part 2

Season 2: Shaken with Steve SunshineEven followers of Jesus experience things in life that can make a firm foundation feel kind of well shaky. I will be sharing stories of people finding hope, joy and even humor under difficult life circumstances. The common denominator in these stories is God.Season 1: Hope When Life Hurts with Erica ParkersonWelcome to Hope When Life Hurts, a special 5-episode podcast series designed to shine a light on what God is doing during the darkest moments of our lives. God wants to meet you in the middle of your mess. There is Hope for when you lose a loved one and your heart splits in two. Hope for when a transition in life leaves you feeling empty. Hope for when the life you expected to live…simply unravels. The struggle is real, but so is the hope! “You, LORD, keep my lamp burning,” David wrote in the psalms. “My God turns my darkness into light.”(Psalm 18:28)