Is there any good in disappointing news? How does God use our pain for good? Why does God say "no"? In today's episode, Patrick shares how 1 Samuel 29 encourages us to trust that God is working all things, even the worst of news, for the good of those who love him.

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Passages: 1 Samuel 29

When Bad News is Good News | Historical Books | 1 Samuel 29