Are you walking through a season that feels impossibly difficult? Whether you're facing loss, suffering, uncertainty, or fear, you're not alone in the wilderness—and you don't have to walk through it alone.

In this episode, we explore the biblical foundation of hope and why it's not just wishful thinking, but a confident expectation rooted in God's unchanging character. We'll dive deep into the first verse of Romans 12:12-13, "be joyful in hope" and what that actually means when joy feels like the most distant emotion.

Through passages like Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 5:3-5, and Lamentations 3:21-23, we'll discover how God equips us with everything we need to navigate barren seasons. You'll learn why biblical hope is described as a "living hope" and an "anchor for the soul," and how God's mercies are genuinely new every morning—even when yesterday felt unbearable.

If you're in a difficult place right now, this episode offers not just comfort, but a practical roadmap through uncertainty. The wilderness isn't your final destination—it's a space where God does His most transformative work.

Welcome to a new season of Faith, Coffee and a Kid. I am having a conversation that's different from any other in this podcast's history.

I'm honored to be joined by Tanya Kach, a survivor whose story of resilience and strength is remarkable and unbelievable. Tanya was held captive for ten years in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, beginning when she was just 14 years old by Thomas Hose, a security guard at Cornell Middle School. Her story is one of unimaginable hardship, but also of incredible courage, survival, and ultimately, hope.

Tanya has shared her powerful story through her memoir "Memoir of a Milk Carton Kid," and her experience was also brought to screen in the Lifetime movie "The Girl Locked Upstairs: The Tanya Kach Story." Her courage in sharing her story continues to bring awareness and hope to survivors everywhere.Warning: This conversation touches on difficult topics including captivity, grooming and rape, so please be mindful if you have young listeners nearby or if these topics may be triggering for you.

Exhausted from dwelling in the world and it's worries? Tired of carrying the weight of proving your worth through likes, achievements, and endless performance? In this episode, I am getting real about the choice we all face: living as a world-dweller or a Christ-dweller. If you're feeling drained by social media comparison, anxious about the headlines, or just hungry for something more real, this one's for you. I am diving deep into what it actually looks like to make your home in Christ instead of the chaos of worldly wisdom. Let's dig into what it means to truly dwell in Christ. Get ready for a fresh perspective on letting go of the world's chains and finding freedom in making Christ your heart's true home. Perfect for anyone craving authentic faith in the midst of real life.

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