In Episode 117 of Halfway to Sunday, Jill continues her conversation with Val Kleppen about wilderness seasons (Part 2); those stretches where you can’t see what God is doing and you’re desperate for clarity. Val offers a perspective-shifting challenge: why do we assume we need answers before we obey? She shares how a faithful life creates ripples that can impact generations, even if we never see the fullness of our influence. Jill and Val also talk about the gift of the Psalms, how Scripture makes room for grief, lament, and even anger, while still leading us back to trust. This episode is honest, grounding, and hopeful: pain is real, God is good, and joy can still be found in the wilderness. If you’ve been tempted to quit or stay silent, this conversation will strengthen you to keep going.

This is a companion episode to Episode 116.

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Verses mentioned in today's episode:

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John 16:33

John 15 (Abiding in Him)

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🎙️ OTHER EPISODES THAT MAY BE HELPFUL:

Episode #116 The Grief of Unanswered Prayers w/ Val Kleppen

Episode #115 God Isn’t Done With Your Story w/ Carly Ann Taylor

Episode #110 Joy Without Pretending w/ Kyleigh Rose

Episode #109 When Joy Feels Impossible w/ Wanda Thibodeaux

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