<p>Prayer. It’s one of the most foundational parts of walking with God, and yet, for many of us it’s also one of the most challenging parts. Jonathan “JP” Pokluda joins the podcast to talk about three of the main reasons we struggle to experience a rich and consistent prayer life. JP also shares his personal and pastoral reflections from praying with and for the Crawfords during their season with Abel. If you’ve ever hit this roadblock in connecting with God in difficult times, we believe you’ll resonate with this first portion of our two-part conversation with JP. The Life Upside Down podcast is powered by Christian Parenting, and you can learn more at <a href= "http://www.christianparenting.org/lifeupsidedown">www.christianparenting.org/lifeupsidedown</a></p>

07 - “When God doesn’t answer…” with Jonathan Pokluda

When life turns upside down, we can see the world from a new perspective. 

No matter who you are, you have either walked through deep hardship, you are in a hard season as we speak, or you will be soon enough. Sorrow and suffering can feel deeply isolating, and it would be easy to believe that no one could possibly understand. But trust us, you are not alone. We believe every person can experience hope and joy, even in the midst of sorrow.
 
Hosts, Daniel and Kelly Crawford, have the privilege of walking with men and women through the valley of the shadow of death on a weekly basis through their ministry, Abel Speaks. In their own story of suffering and countless others, the Crawfords have seen the redemptive truth that God never wastes an ounce of our pain. Join them each week for authentic conversations and gospel hope for the hurting.