Suffering

Inspired by their own experiences with suffering and loss, Pat Elsberry and Boyd Bailey share gospel-based hope for others who mourn. Follow these authors' testimonies of grief and be encouraged to lean on Jesus more deeply because His love can conquer your grief. 

Comforted by God

Do you feel lost in a difficult season, wondering, “GOD, WHERE ARE YOU?!” In this eye-opening plan, best-selling author John Bevere equips you with key biblical insights and profound stories that will help you navigate your dry or difficult seasons and step into all that God has for you. 

God, Where Are You?! With John Bevere

This week we begin our journey through Micah 6:8 as we learn how to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God. This plan is part 1 of 4 from the Feed God and Justice series.

Act Justly

When trauma or tragedy strike, it can seem to us that it’s impossible to live again. Neurosurgeon Lee Warren—who has endured his own personal tragedies—says you can survive, find your feet, reinvigorate your faith, and even experience happiness again. His treatment plan works. And hope is the first dose he prescribes.

Hope Is the First Dose

In times of crisis many people tend to wonder where God has gone. But the truth is He hasn't gone anywhere. God does some of His best work in the dark, when you don't think He is doing anything at all.  In this short reading plan, Tony Evans explains why God has put you in times of crisis, and how your response can turn pain into power.

Why God Allows A Crisis

What if I told you that the trials you are facing may not be your fault? 
In this 13-day plan, we explore 10 reasons for affliction outside of punishment of your sin.
Our trials have great value, and perhaps are even priceless, as there may be no greater teacher!
Learn how God shows His loving hand by using your trials to bless you and to bless others.


10 ENCOURAGING Reasons for Trials

Why does God allow suffering in the world? What would change if you knew the purpose of your pain? As news headlines continue to be grim and personal circumstances have you wondering if anyone is listening, look to Scripture. In this 5-day Bible reading plan from world-renowned evangelist Billy Graham, you'll find peace and enduring hope in the midst of turmoil.

Who's in Charge of a World That Suffers? a Billy Graham Devotional

Dr. Pamela Pyle has guided many patients in their final moments. But she began to ask herself, Is there a way to walk into the final chapters of life with peace and confidence, and with support and wisdom? Is it possible to experience a “good death”? For the next 5 days, discover what it means to end one story well, so a bright new one may begin.

Anticipating Heaven

Each of us is sure to suffer at some point in our lives. As a counselor, I’ve seen sufferers transformed. I’ve seen those once debilitated by trauma learn to suffer well. In this brief devotional, I pray that you will realize that your story is not over. You may experience suffering, but you can suffer well. You can ask,  What’s next?  instead of getting stuck asking,  Why?  You can become resilient.