Finding God's Presence in Every Season with Jenn Johnson | Summer Encore

Throughout the summer, we're revisiting some of our most meaningful conversations - stories of hope, healing, and life-changing collisions with Jesus that continue to encourage women year after year.This episode originally aired in November 2025 and we're grateful to share it again with you.Whether you're listening for the first time or returning to it again, we pray it meets you right where you are and reminds you of God's faithfulness, grace, and redeeming love.Have you ever wondered if God is still working when your life feels ordinary?Have you ever found yourself asking, "God, where are You?" Maybe you're walking through grief, burnout, unanswered prayers, or a season that feels painfully ordinary. You still believe God is good—but it's hard to feel His presence.If you've ever struggled to trust God when life doesn't look the way you hoped, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that He is just as present in the hidden seasons as He is on the mountaintops.Meet Jenn JohnsonJenn is a worship leader, songwriter, speaker, bestselling author, and the co-founder and president of Bethel Music. For more than two decades, she has helped lead worship for millions around the world through songs like Goodness of God, Holy Forever, Gratitude, Raise a Hallelujah, and No Longer Slaves. In this honest conversation, Jenn shares what God has been teaching her about slowing down, embracing hidden seasons, parenting, worship, and learning to encounter His presence in everyday life.In This Episode, You’ll LearnWhy God's presence isn't limited to the mountaintop moments—and how to recognize Him in ordinary life.How slowing down can actually deepen your relationship with Jesus.What Jenn has learned about parenting adult children while trusting God with their stories.Why worship isn't just something we sing—it's a way of living.How to keep pursuing God when your prayers feel unanswered or your season feels hidden.How This Episode Will Encourage YouFriend, you don't have to chase extraordinary moments to experience God. He is already with you—in your kitchen, your commute, your waiting, your grief, and your ordinary Tuesday afternoon. Keep showing up. Keep listening. He delights in meeting you right where you are.If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that God hasn't forgotten her.Shop for Good - Support the work of Collide by shopping our thoughtfully curated collection of Bible studies, apparel, candles, and more. Every purchase helps fund our mission to help women experience the transformational love of Jesus.🎉 Special for Podcast Listeners: Enjoy 20% off your order with code PODCAST20 at The Collide ShopMention: Do Not Drift - A message from Christine CaineConnect with Jenn - Website | Spotify | All Things Lovely BookConnect with Willow - Website | Instagram | Facebook