How do you get through hard times without losing yourself? Most people try to survive a hard season, white-knuckle through it, and go back to who they were before. But trials don’t just test you — they reveal who you actually trust.

James, the brother of Jesus, wrote a letter 2,000 years ago about facing trials, building resilience, and finding strength in difficult times. He says when hard times come — not if, but when — consider it an opportunity for growth, not something to run from or numb.

This week Jeff Brodie talks through how to handle difficult times, why trials reveal your true source of trust, and what it actually takes to build lasting resilience and inner strength.

James Reading Card: https://connexuschurch.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/James-Reading-Plan-Card.pdf

Bonus Episode: https://youtu.be/gqmYbONGm8Y