17. Why You Feel Far from God (and How to Recognize His Presence in Hard Seasons)

Have you ever wondered, “Where is God in hard times?” Do you feel like you believe in God… but still struggle to feel His presence in your everyday life? Have you ever experienced something that felt like more than coincidence—but didn’t know how to explain it? If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or quietly questioning where God is in your current season… this episode is for you. Today, we’re talking about what I call “God winks”—those moments where something works out, help shows up, or peace comes in unexpectedly… and it feels like more than coincidence. Through a powerful personal story about my mom’s childhood, including moments of deep struggle, unexpected help, and undeniable reminders of God’s presence, you’ll begin to see how God may have been working in your life too—even when you didn’t recognize it at the time. We’ll also walk through: ⭐️ What the Bible actually says about where God is in hard times ⭐️ Why feeling overwhelmed or anxious does NOT mean God is distant ⭐️ How to recognize God’s presence in your everyday life ⭐️ A simple, practical tool to help you shift your thoughts and feel more peace ⭐️ How God often shows up through people, timing, and unexpected moments If you’ve ever asked, “God, where are You?”—this episode will help you see that He has been with you the whole time. 📖 Scriptures mentioned: Isaiah 43:2 Psalm 23:4 Psalm 34:18   CONNECT WITH ME Website: www.faithoveranxietyformoms.com NEXT STEPS 1️⃣ Take 60 seconds tonight to try the God Wink Reflection 2️⃣ Share this episode with another mom who might need this reminder 3️⃣ Follow the show so you don’t miss the next episode If you’ve been feeling like God is distant… this is your reminder: ✨ He hasn’t gone anywhere. ✨ He’s been with you the whole time. Xoxo, Rachel 💜