“Finding Real Hope When Life Hurts: An Advent Conversation With Wendy Blight, Ellen Adkins, and Kaley Olson”

When the holidays feel heavy, hope can feel far away. In this Advent episode, Bible teacher Wendy Blight joins Kaley Olson and Ellen Adkins to show how Jesus brings real hope into the places where we feel most broken. Through Scripture and Wendy’s powerful personal story, you’ll discover why biblical hope is more than wishful thinking — it’s a confident expectation rooted in who God is. Perfect for anyone who needs a breath of hope this season. You’ll learn: Why biblical hope is a confident expectation — not wishful thinking. How the story of hope begins in Genesis and is fulfilled in Jesus. Ways to move from a victim mentality toward healing and trust in God. How to experience Scripture as alive and active in seasons of brokenness. Resources From This Episode: Join us for Advent in the First 5 app! Download the free app and spend five minutes each day studying God’s Word with women around the world. Go deeper with our brand-new Advent study guide, More Than a Manger . Experience the Christmas story with fresh eyes through rich biblical teaching and meaningful daily reflections. Help more women access Biblical Truth this season. Your generosity fuels everything we do — from free podcasts to devotions to study resources. [ Give to Proverbs 31 Ministries today. ] Click here to download a transcript of this episode Want More on This Topic? Listen to another great episode of The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast titled “ How To Walk By Faith When Life Feels Hard ” with Jennifer Rothschild.