(“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”) in its context of Paul writing from prison, emphasizing that Christ gives strength to endure trials and remain faithful “even if” circumstances don’t turn out as hoped. They then discuss Jeremiah 29:11, distinguishing its original context of Israel’s captivity from the universal truth that God has a plan, while noting that promised prosperity may not be realized in this life. Personal experiences with cancer and loss highlight trusting God’s presence through suffering, echoed in Psalm 23.