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What If God's Silence Isn’t Absence? Finding Hope in Seasons of Darkness | Dr. Jeffrey Leonard Interview
What If God's Silence Isn’t Absence? Finding Hope in Seasons of Darkness | Dr. Jeffrey Leonard Interview
What If God's Silence Isn’t Absence? Finding Hope in Seasons of Darkness | Dr. Jeffrey Leonard Interview
Monday 28th July 2025
Explore finding hope in God's silence with Dr. Jeffrey Leonard on The Call with Nancy Sabato.
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Episode Overview
- Periods of God's silence can be an invitation to seek deeper.
- Different types of doubt include questioning God's greatness and goodness.
- Reframing everyday moments can turn them into divine encounters.
- Rituals and habits help maintain spiritual momentum.
- Jesus' own struggles provide a model for dealing with doubt.
"Sometimes what we want is not what we need"
In this episode of The Call with Nancy Sabato, Dr. Jeffrey Leonard takes us on a journey through the complex emotions that arise during seasons of darkness and doubt. The conversation centres around the question: What if God's silence isn't absence, but rather an invitation to seek deeper? Dr. Leonard, author of 'Seekers in the Hands of an Elusive God', shares his experiences and insights on how believers can find hope even when they feel spiritually dry or abandoned.
Through personal anecdotes and biblical stories, Dr. Leonard explores the paradox of seeking an omnipresent God and why periods of silence may be a feature, not a flaw, of our spiritual journey. He discusses the different types of doubt we face, from questioning God's greatness to wrestling with His goodness, and how these struggles can ultimately strengthen our faith.
The episode also touches on the importance of reframing everyday moments through a divine lens, transforming ordinary experiences into encounters with God. Dr. Leonard emphasises the power of ritual and habit in maintaining spiritual momentum, even when enthusiasm wanes. With light humour and deep empathy, Nancy Sabato guides the conversation, asking questions that resonate with anyone who has ever felt distant from God.
Whether you're grappling with doubt or simply seeking a more profound connection with your faith, this episode offers valuable perspectives that could illuminate your path. If you've ever wondered how to keep moving forward when it feels like you're stuck in spiritual quicksand, this conversation might just provide the clarity and encouragement you need.