Is God Always Good? | With Lysa TerKeurst

Interviewer: Lisa, I’m thrilled to have a moment to discuss your latest book, “I Want to Trust You, But I Don’t”. It’s such an important topic—learning to move forward when we’re skeptical of others, afraid of what God might allow, and doubting our own discernment. Representing all the passionate readers from the Circle 31 Book Club, I’ve compiled some questions to spark an inspiring conversation.

Lisa: Thank you, Kendra! Spending time with you is always a joy. When I saw this on my calendar, I was genuinely excited to connect and dive into this conversation.

Interviewer: That’s so kind, Lisa. Let’s start on a light note. Trust issues can show up in unexpected ways. Can you think of an example where you’ve noticed trust issues sneaking into your daily life?

Lisa: Oh, absolutely! Here’s a funny one—I shared this in a meeting, and no one else could relate, but I always examine the degrees hanging in my doctor’s office. I get up close to ensure they’re authentic. You never know, right? I’ve seen shows where people faked it, and the idea of an imposter handling my health freaks me out!

Interviewer: That’s hilarious, Lisa! But I can’t blame you—trust is a big deal.

Lisa: Exactly! Maybe sharing this will help someone out there.

Interviewer: For me, it’s when I travel. This weekend at the airport, I kept checking my purse to ensure I had my ID and ticket—over and over. It’s like I don’t trust myself to keep track of it.

Lisa: Oh, I do the same, especially with passports! Recently, I panicked when I couldn’t find my passport in its usual spot—a fireproof file. It turned out it had slipped beneath the folder, but I canceled the passport and delayed a mission trip to Nicaragua by five days. Stressful, but it makes for a good story now!

Interviewer: That’s such a relatable experience. But let’s shift gears to a more serious topic: your book delves deeply into trust—trusting God and others. I’ve personally faced moments that shook my faith. A few years ago, my husband and I experienced a miscarriage, and I questioned God’s goodness. If I couldn’t have children, was His plan still good? How do you counsel someone to trust God again after heartache—whether it’s miscarriage, a broken relationship, or unmet expectations?

Lisa: That’s such an important question, and my heart grieves with anyone walking through loss like that. While I haven’t personally experienced miscarriage, I can empathize with the profound doubt and pain that can accompany such trials.

Would you like me to expand on the section addressing trust in God after heartache? Or is there another aspect you’d like to emphasize?