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In this episode of Perspectives Into Practice, it's just me, sharing in real time what our family has been walking through as my daughter faces a rare autoimmune anemia diagnosis and we live in the unknowns. I talk honestly about dry seasons, and I share the biblical anchors that have carried me: Psalm 13, Psalm 34:18, Romans 8, and the quiet whisper God used with Elijah. Peace does not always show up with clarity, but God is still near. In this conversation: - Scriptures to hold onto when life feels uncertain - Practical things helping me right now: walking, worship in the background, asking for help, and resting - Why thanking God for one small moment of grace each day steadies your perspective If you would like me to pray with you, please reach out at https://perspectivesintopractice.com/contact. ## 📝 Related Blogs 4 blog articles inspired by this episode [ ![Featured image for When God Feels Silent and Your Heart Feels Dry, Peace Is Still](https://res.cloudinary.com/guidedsteps/image/upload/w_640,h_640,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto/v1784335636/perspectivesintopractice/blog/when-god-feels-silent-and-your-heart-feels-dry-peace-is-still-1784335636299.jpg) Blog article ## When God Feels Silent and Your Heart Feels Dry, Peace Is Still When God feels silent and your faith feels dry, there is still hope for peace. 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