105 – Trusting God When Nothing Makes Sense with Lori Ann Wood
What do you do when life takes a turn you never would have chosen, and you need to trust God?
In today’s episode of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy sits down with author Lori Ann Wood to talk about her book Divine Detour: The Path You Never Chose Can Lead to the Faith You’ve Always Wanted. After a sudden and life-threatening heart failure diagnosis, Lori Ann found herself wrestling with deep questions about faith, suffering, and God’s goodness.
In this episode, they discuss:
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The three faith questions we all face in trials: Is this life all there is? Is God always good? Is God’s plan enough?
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Why doubt and questions can actually strengthen—not weaken—your faith
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The difference between lamenting and complaining, and why it matters
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How to stay connected to God when you feel silent, confused, or overwhelmed
This conversation is a powerful reminder that detours don’t derail your faith, but deepen it.
Remember to live boldly for Jesus and let your light shine bright for Him!
Connect with Lori Ann:
Website: lorianwood.com
Get her book: Divine Detour: The Path You Never Chose Can Lead to the Faith You’ve Always Wanted on Amazon.
Free resource: Five prayers and promises when you can’t talk to God
Connect with Missy:
Download the March Scripture Journaling prompts (Boldness and Courage) at https://missyeversole.com/resources/
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Welcome Friends!
My name is Missy, and I love Jesus!
I am a Christ-follower, wife, mom, author, speaker, Colson Fellow, and host of the Bold Faith Now podcast. My heart is to encourage believers to live boldly for Jesus in a world that often tells us to stay quiet, blend in, or keep our faith tucked safely in the shadows.
Through writing, speaking, and podcasting, I help believers grow in bold faith, stand firm in truth, and view the world through a biblical worldview. Because following Jesus was never meant to be passive. It is a call to shine His light, speak truth with grace, and take the next obedient step.
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