When faith hurts, silence feels easier than prayer. Disappointment makes us withdraw. Pain makes us shut down. And unanswered prayers tempt us to stop talking to God altogether. But Scripture shows something powerful: God can handle honesty—but distance is what hardens the heart. This session is about choosing conversation over isolation. Talking to God when you’re confused. Praying when your words are messy.Showing up even when faith feels weak. You don’t have to have the right words. You just have to keep talking.

Let’s be honest—God’s silence can feel personal. In this Part One episode of NOL, we talk about the raw emotions behind waiting: confusion, resentment, fear, and the unspoken question—Did God forget me? This episode challenges the idea that silence always feels peaceful and explores what it means to stay faithful when obedience doesn’t bring immediate results. If you’ve ever questioned whether waiting is faith or self-deception, this conversation is for you.

Faith isn’t always inspirational—it’s often frustrating. In this Part One episode of NOL, we question the polished version of Christianity that avoids talking about unanswered prayers and prolonged waiting. What if God’s silence isn’t failure—but formation? And what if the church has oversimplified waiting to avoid discomfort? This episode invites listeners to sit with doubt, resist spiritual shortcuts, and face the reality that trusting God sometimes feels like trusting in the dark.