In his message, "When Things Go Wrong," Nathan Roper addresses the difficulty of navigating personal suffering in an age of constant information where answers aren't always available. He explains that since the fall of man, we all live in a "wave pool of sin," where we are affected by the sinful actions of others, ourselves, and even those far removed from us. Citing Ecclesiastes and Romans, Roper explains that while we cannot see the full scope of God's plan, facing trials helps develop endurance and character. The core of the message focuses on Peter walking on water in Matthew 14, illustrating that Jesus meets us in the middle of our storms and we must keep our eyes fixed on Him rather than the "waves" of chaos around us. Roper concludes by urging listeners not to limit their hope to what is known, but to find it in the unknown by trusting God.