Episode Details

When life unravels—through loss, illness, or uncertainty—can we really believe that God works all things together for our good? In this honest and hope-filled devotional, Lynette Kittle wrestles with Romans 8:28 and what it means to trust God when life doesn’t make sense. From unexpected hospital visits to life-threatening moments turned miraculous, this episode reminds listeners that God’s plans are always good, even when our circumstances aren’t.

Whether you're facing job loss, grief, or simply feeling crushed under life’s weight, this devotional encourages you to cling to God’s promises and believe that He’s working behind the scenes for your good and His glory.

Highlights (What You’ll Learn)

• What it really means to believe Romans 8:28 in the middle of suffering

• Why God’s goodness isn’t limited by our understanding of “good”

• A real-life story of how an unexpected illness led to a life-saving intervention

• Encouragement to shift from fear and worry to trust and peace

• How to lean into God’s promises during personal trials and heartache

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Full Transcript Below:

When Tough Times Come: Believe God

By Lynette Kittle

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose”—Romans 8:28

It’s easy to say, but when it comes down to it, do we really believe God works all things together for our good, including job losses, broken relationships, natural disasters, accidents, car and appliance breakdowns, bumps, bruises, sicknesses, and more?

To think God works horrible and awful things for our good is hard for us to digest and comprehend. It doesn’t make sense to us, or seem possible, and seems to go against the loving, sacrificial God we know.

Yet, lately, doesn’t it seem like the Lord is nudging us to take Him at His word and truly believe that He really will work all things together for our good? Remarkably, what we’ll find when we choose to believe His promise, is freedom and relief from fear, worry, regret, and so much more.

For most of us, it seems we know the Scripture verse and want to believe it when hard things happen, yet it’s difficult for us to grasp and hold onto it during challenging times, where w