Where Is God When It Hurts?

Where is God when it hurts? What is the Church supposed to do when faithful people suffer, leaders die, prayers feel unanswered, and the world seems upside down? In Acts chapter 12, the early Church experiences devastating loss. James—one of Jesus’ inner three—is executed. Peter is arrested and awaiting death.

Political power collides with the people of God. And yet, right in the middle of fear and uncertainty, Scripture reveals a powerful truth: prayer becomes the hinge of history. In this episode of The Deep Dive Bible Study, Pastor Tim Hatch walks through Acts 12 to show how God works behind the scenes in seasons of pain, persecution, and crisis. You’ll see why suffering does not mean God is absent, how earnest prayer changes outcomes, and why the Church shines brightest in dark days. This message is especially for anyone asking: “Why would God allow this?” “Why do some prayers seem unanswered?” “How do I trust God when life hurts?” If you’re walking through anxiety, loss, uncertainty, or fear—this episode will strengthen your faith and remind you that God is still at work, even when you can’t see it. 📌 More Resources: 🔵 Website: https://TimHatchLive.com 🔵 Join our membership community: patreon.com/timhatchlive 🔵 Get Pastor Tim’s book: https://EndingEmptiness.com 📲 Follow on Social: 🔵 Facebook: / timhatchlive 🔵 Instagram: / timhatchlive 🔵 X/Twitter: / timhatchlive 🔵 YouTube: / timhatchlive ✅ Our Podcasts: 🔵 The Deep End – Weekly faith, politics, and culture. Mondays 7:30 PM EST. 🔵 Deep Dive Bible Study – Devotional teaching. Wednesdays 7:30 PM EST. 🔵 10 Questions with Tim – Live Q&A. First Thursdays at Noon EST. 👉 Ask Anything: ask@timhatchlive.com 💥 Partner with us: https://timhatchlive.com/support ✳ 20% of all giving is tithed back to The American Bible Society and Project Rescue. ✅ Watch More: https://timhatchlive.com ✅ Books & Swag: https://store.timhatchlive.com ✅ Rumble: https://timhatchlive.com/rumble