426. Doubt and Hope with Niki Hardy

<p>In this episode, Niki Hardy shares her journey through doubt, faith, and trusting God's timing, especially during life's uncertainties and suffering. She discusses her new book 'God Can We Chat?' and offers insights on how to grow closer to God amid doubt and disappointment.</p><p><br /></p><p> Keywords:</p><p>faith, doubt, trusting God, spiritual journey, God's character, suffering, hope, prayer, Christian life, spiritual growth</p><p><br /></p><p>Key Topics:</p><p>Journey with doubt and faith</p><p>Trusting God's character and sovereignty</p><p>Practical ways to stay connected with God during doubt</p><p>Reflections on God's unchanging nature</p><p>The importance of honesty in prayer and relationship with God</p><p><br /></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Radical Radiance Podcast</p><p>09:52 The Journey of Doubt and Faith</p><p>16:27 Trusting God in Uncertain Times</p><p>22:13 The Crossroads of Faith and Doubt</p><p>28:23 The Role of Suffering in Transformation</p><p>34:07 Closing Thoughts and Reflections</p><p>36:52 Outro</p><p><strong>Sponsors:</strong></p><p><strong>Ever AJ:</strong> If your quiet time often feels rushed or scattered, Ever AJ might be just what you need. They design beautiful, functional pieces, like thoughtfully made Bible cases that hold everything in one place, so you can sit down, open up, and actually <em>be present</em>. <a href="http://www.everajbrand.com"><u>Check out Ever AJ here!</u></a></p><p><strong>Christian Standard Bible: </strong>With Father's Day coming up, I've been thinking about the men who've shaped me, leading with quiet faith, steady presence, and wisdom. If you're looking for a meaningful gift that points him back to truth, I love the Father's Day Gift Guide from Christian Standard Bible. Whether it's a Bible he'll read every morning or something to deepen his study, these are gifts that go beyond the moment and anchor his faith for the long haul. <a href="https://www.bhpublishinggroup.com/holman-gift-guide/him/?emid=pm:em:260601%7Cacq%7Cna%7Cbibles%7Cchristian_standard_bible%7Cna%7C2634076_radical_radiance_holman_gift_guide_fathers_day:na:na&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=fy26_bh-bibles_spring26_fathersday-gift-guide&amp;utm_source=radical-radiance&amp;utm_content=acquisition_fathersday-gift-guide_20260601"><u>Check out the CSB Father's Day Gift Guide here!</u></a></p><p><strong>Live Oak Integrative Health: </strong>If you've been quietly carrying the weight of wanting to grow your family, you're not alone. Rebecca Belch at Live Oak Integrative Health walks alongside women through fertility challenges with a root-cause approach, looking at gut health, nutrition, and overall wellness to help your body support a healthy pregnancy. She's seen so many encouraging stories, including women who've gotten pregnant after finally getting the right support. If you've been looking for answers or just a place to start, this could be a beautiful next step. Learn more at <a href="http://liveoakintegrativehealth.com/radiance"><u>liveoakintegrativehealth.com/radiance</u></a></p><p>Links:</p><p>Speaking: <a href="https://www.radicalradiance.live/speaking"><u>https://www.radicalradiance.live/speaking</u></a> </p><p>Creative Business Coaching: <a href="https://www.radicalradiance.live/coaching"><u>https://www.radicalradiance.live/coaching</u></a> </p><p>Camp for Creatives: <a href="https://www.radicalradiance.live/campforcreatives"><u>https://www.radicalradiance.live/campforcreatives</u></a> </p><p>Listen to Radical Radiance on Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-radiance/id1484726102?uo=4"><u>https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-radiance/id1484726102?uo=4</u></a> </p><p>Listen to Radical Radiance on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/55N56VtU6q33ztgJNw7oTX?si=29648982bc91475f"><u>https://open.spotify.com/show/55N56VtU6q33ztgJNw7oTX?si=29648982bc91475f</u></a> </p><p>Take the FREE Waiting Personality Quiz: <a href="https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/676d5c2884dd1e00159563f6"><u>https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/676d5c2884dd1e00159563f6</u></a> </p><p>Take the Why Are You Stuck in Your Calling? Quiz: <a href="https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/657326e6544f610014b40b67"><u>https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/657326e6544f610014b40b67</u></a> </p><p>Books:</p><p>You’re Not Too Late: Trusting God’s Timing in a Hurry-Up World: <a href="https://amzn.to/44omO3k"><u>https://amzn.to/44omO3k</u></a></p><p>Do the Thing: Gospel-Centered Goals, Gumption, and Grace for the Go-Getter Girl: <a href="https://amzn.to/43IaFpM"><u>https://amzn.to/43IaFpM</u></a></p><p>Before Dawn: Knowing God’s Presence in the Dark Seasons of Life: <a href="https://amzn.to/4pdsZjv"><u>https://amzn.to/4pdsZjv</u></a> </p>