Is God truly silent in your darkest hours? 🙏

Join Taylor and Ryan on FORLOVENESS as they tackle the raw, often unspoken pain of feeling betrayed by God. In this powerful episode, Ryan shares his deeply personal journey after a devastating brain injury that erased his career, family, and identity a decade ago. From the agonizing question, "God, why would you let this happen?" to the slow, sometimes angry, path back to faith, this conversation dives deep into despair, frustration, and ultimately, profound discovery.

What you'll uncover in this episode:

• The Unvarnished Truth: Hear Ryan's candid account of his brain injury, the immediate and long-term struggles with pain, speech, memory, and profound anger at God.
• Betrayal & Breakdown: Explore the emotional fallout when life collapses and God feels distant, including the heartbreaking decision to leave his family for their protection.
• The "Splinter" Analogy: A powerful new perspective on why God allows suffering, likening it to a father removing a painful splinter for a child's greater good. Discover how these hardships are not punishments but necessities for healing and spiritual growth.
• From Anger to Acceptance: Witness the transformation of Ryan's relationship with God, moving from resentment and questioning to deeper trust and understanding.
• Finding Joy in Commands: How biblical wisdom (Psalm 119:143, Psalm 34:18, Jeremiah 29:11-13, Isaiah 55:8-9, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4) offers solace and guidance through immense suffering.
• The "Rumble Strip" Revelation: A compelling metaphor for God's subtle and not-so-subtle interventions to steer us away from disaster.
• Guilt, Shame, and Redemption: The ongoing work of overcoming past regrets and fostering renewed relationships, guided by faith.

This episode is for anyone who has felt abandoned, angry, or lost when facing life's insurmountable challenges. It's a testament to the idea that even when God seems silent, He is working, refining, and guiding us towards a future and a hope far greater than we can imagine.

Don't miss this raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful discussion. Subscribe to FORLOVENESS now and join the conversation about faith, suffering, and the unwavering plan of a good, good Father.

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