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337: What Is God’s Purpose in My Suffering? Betsy Hake’s Story (Part 1)

October 7, 2026·30 min
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Suffering and pain can be such a challenge in our lives. How do we approach the Lord when we face this? In this episode from our archive, Betsy Hake of Jericho Ministries shares how her trust in the Lord was strengthened through cancer treatments and God’s financial provision to pay for them. The little miracles along the way were signposts that God was using it for His purposes. Her daily reliance on the Lord will be sure to encourage you in your faith!If you’d like to hear more from Betsy, check out episodes 17 and 18, where Carole interviewed her back in 2020 about her ministry, Jericho Ministries.Click HERE to donate books for Carole’s upcoming trip to Honduras for Jericho Ministries.RESOURCES+Click here to learn more about Jericho Ministries+Buy some of our favorite books here! 10 Of Those + $1 shipping!+Build Your Family’s Library: Grab our FREE book list here+Get our FREE ebook: 5 Essential Parts of a Great Education.+Attend one of our upcoming seminars this year!+Click HERE for more information about consulting with Carole Joy Seid!CONNECTHomeschool Made Simple | Website | Seminars | Instagram | Facebook | PinterestEPISODE LINKSMentioned in this episode:Pick up a copy of New Morning Mercies for Kids at your favorite bookstore or click the link to get 30 percent off with a free Crossway Plus account.New Morning Mercies for Kids: 60 Devotions to Focus on Jesus

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