What do you do when life feels unbearable and giving up seems easier? In this episode of And Such Is Life, host Jakyra McLeod sits down with Demetrik Hylton (Producer & Host at Sirius XM) to talk about the power of faith, perseverance, and hope. Demetrik opens up about his journey through grief, his mother’s cancer diagnosis, and his personal battles with imposter syndrome—and how sincere faith, fasting, and prayer transformed his perspective.

Together, Jakyra and Demetrik reflect on Romans 5:3-5, discussing how suffering produces perseverance, character, and hope. They share personal testimonies of how God’s promises, family unity, and community support bring strength in the hardest times. The episode closes with a heartfelt prayer, reminding listeners: Don’t give up on God, and don’t give up on yourself. 💬 Comment below: “I won’t give up—my hope is in God.”

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Why does God allow pain? And how do we find purpose in it?

In this powerful episode of And Such Is Life, host Jakyra McLeod sits down with special guest Angella Ross to unpack the theology of Pain to Purpose. Drawing from Isaiah 61:3 and Revelation, they discuss why believers experience suffering in a fallen world, and how God uses it for His glory and our growth.

Angella shares her personal testimony of how the pandemic led her from cultural Christianity to a true, fulfilling relationship with Christ. Together, she and Jakyra explore how faith transforms brokenness into purpose, how the mind is a battlefield, and why surrendering to God is the only way to live fulfilled.

💬 “I am anointed for this.” Drop it in the comments and declare it for yourself!

🙌 Don’t just watch this episode—experience it.

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When was the last time you stopped and just breathed?

In this week’s One Minute Message on And Such Is Life, host Jakyra McLeod, founder of Sessions of Hope, reminds us of the power of stillness and surrender. From the very beginning, God breathed His breath into us—giving us life, purpose, and strength.

But in the midst of life’s challenges, we often forget to pause and invite Him in. Jakyra encourages listeners to slow down, breathe deeply, and ask God what He wants to reveal in this season.

💨 “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28

Take this moment to breathe, receive God’s rest, and be refreshed by His presence.

✨ Stay tuned for next week’s episode featuring Sigourney Nelson — an inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss!

💬 Comment below: “Lord, help me rest in You.”

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