518: How Do We Trust God When Life Hurts?

Naomi’s story is one of grief and disappointment, but ultimately, it’s about redemption. Today on Wire Talk, Karen and Emily continue our Mothers of the Bible series by looking at how God was working behind the scenes even when Naomi felt abandoned and bitter. If you’re walking through loss, broken relationships, or a season that feels nothing like the life you imagined, we hope this look at the life of Naomi reminds you that God is not absent and He is still writing your story.

Episode Recap:

• This week we’re looking at Naomi’s story (1:26)
• When this story begins, Naomi is living through one crisis after another (3:00)
• Naomi’s outlook on her future was bleak (7:30)
• God works to weave a thread of redemption through Naomi’s life (13:42)
• God never abandons us even when it feels like He has (15:33)
• We are not writing our own stories (18:19)

Scripture: 
Ruth 4:14 (NASB) “Then the women said to Naomi, “Blessed is the Lord who has not left you without a redeemer today, and may his name become famous in Israel.”

Discussion Questions: 

1. Have you ever gone through a season where disappointment or grief changed the way you viewed your life or even God?
2. Are there losses or disappointments you’ve tried to “move past” without honestly grieving them?
3. Is there a story you’re currently telling yourself that may not actually be true? (“God has forgotten me,” “Things will never change,” etc.)
4. Which truth from Naomi’s story do you most need to hold onto right now:

• It’s okay to grieve
• Your perspective isn’t always accurate
• God is still writing your story

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During Wire Talk+, Karen shares more personally about seasons in her own life that didn’t turn out the way she expected and how God redeemed her disappointment.

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