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!

And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!

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 -

Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret.

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:

Instagram: @donnaajones

Website: www.donnajones.org

Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/

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