Finding Hope When Life Feels Heavy with Kirby Kelly
If you’re walking through something heavy right now—grief, disappointment, or just a season that feels hard—this conversation is for you.
Today, I’m talking with Kirby Kelly about what it really looks like to hold onto hope when life doesn’t make sense. We dive into the power of lament, why your emotions matter to God, and how to anchor your hope in something deeper than your circumstances. Kirby shares her personal story and gives us practical ways to shift our perspective and trust God in the middle of it all. If you need encouragement today, this one is for you!
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Xo,
Donna
Key Takeaways
[0:01:04] Introducing Guest Author Kirby Kelly
[0:04:12] From Family Chaos to Grieving with Hope
[0:09:54] Lament as a Pathway to Hope
[0:14:56] Four Pillars of Biblical Hope
The 4 Pillars of Hope:
God’s Promises
Cling to what He has already spoken—especially through Scripture
God’s Patterns
Look back and remember how He has been faithful before
God’s Personhood
Anchor yourself in who God is—not what you’re feeling
God’s Presence
You are never walking through anything alone.
Donna’s Resources:
Order a copy of my latest book -
It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon.
If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God.
It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their confidence in their faith.
Connect with Kirby:Website: kirby-kelly.com YouTube: @kirbyisaboss
Instagram: @kirbyisaboss
Podcast: Bought + Beloved
Let’s Connect:
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Website: www.donnajones.org
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Donna is the author of three books, including Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God and Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life. She’s written six Bible studies, four that deal with topics near to a woman’s heart: family, friendship, confidence, and contentment. Her works have been featured on Proverbs 31 Ministries, Focus on the Family, and Crosswalk. A national and international speaker, Donna has spoken to audiences in 28 states and on four continents and has been a guest on numerous podcasts and television shows.
Connect with Donna at www.donnajones.org, on Instagram @donnaajones or Facebook at Donna Jones, Speaker & Author.
