What do we do when life feels anything but easy? When prayers go unanswered, peace feels far off, and stress seems to have the upper hand?

In today’s episode of InSight Out, we’re tapping into something a little deeper than wishful thinking. Because no matter how much we’d love a big red “easy button” to fix it all, Jesus never promised that.

He didn’t offer shortcuts. He offered Himself.

In this Anchor Point devotional, Devin Almonte explores why real peace doesn’t come from escape or ease—but from presence. We’ll reflect on John 16:33 and what it means to walk with Jesus through the hard stuff instead of around it.

In this episode:

• Why faith was never meant to be the fast track to comfort

• What Jesus actually promised in John 16:33

• The danger of chasing “easy” when we need “eternal”

• Why the absence of answers doesn’t mean the absence of God

• A reminder that peace isn’t in the fix. It’s in the Father

If you’re tired, wrestling, or just hoping for a break, this episode is for you.

📖 Scripture References:

• John 16:33 – “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart…”
• Philippians 4:7 – “And the peace of God…will guard your hearts…”
• Isaiah 43:2 – “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you…”

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