Trusting God Through Uncertainty: Daniel
6/22/202651 min
On today’s episode of Back Porch Theology, Lisa and Allison journey through the book of Daniel, one of Scripture’s most compelling stories of faith under pressure. As they walk through Daniel, they explore God's sovereignty, the refining nature of trials, and the confidence that comes from knowing He is faithful to the very end. Whether you're navigating uncertainty, opposition, or a season of waiting, this conversation offers fresh hope and encouragement to keep trusting the God who never leaves our side. Grab your Bible, sweet tea, and settle in—we're so glad you're here.
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First 90 secondsLisa Harper· Host0:00
I think we live in a culture where victimhood has become a value.
Allison Allen· Host0:04
Yeah. Yeah.
Lisa Harper· Host0:04
And sometimes, I'll just speak for myself- Yeah ... I don't wanna step on anybody's bruised toes. Sometimes I talk about the heat more than I talk about the hope.
Allison Allen· Host0:15
Mm. That's good.
Lisa Harper· Host0:16
This has been so hard.
Allison Allen· Host0:17
Yeah.
Lisa Harper· Host0:18
This has been so hot.
Allison Allen· Host0:19
Yeah.
Lisa Harper· Host0:20
Instead of, let me tell you about the fourth man in the fire.
Allison Allen· Host0:22
Yeah, fourth man walking, baby.
Lisa Harper· Host0:23
Let me tell you what Jesus provided- Yes ... when I was in a hard season. But sometimes I think I bring the smell of [laughs] fire- Yeah, I do too ... when I'm telling the story a little more than I do, let me tell you about the way Jesus wrapped me in tin foil- [laughs] Yeah ... and I didn't even get burned. [upbeat music] AccessMore.
Allison Allen· Host0:50
Hey, hey, Back Porchers. My name is Allison Allen. I'm the 5'12" spiritual wing woman to, get ready for it- [laughs] ... Dr. Lisa D. Harper. I get to say for the first time on the podcast, live to tape, welcome Dr. Harper.
Lisa Harper· Host1:12
Can you believe it?
Allison Allen· Host1:13
It ha- it's been, what, a six-year process?
Lisa Harper· Host1:15
Seven.
Allison Allen· Host1:16
Seven.
Lisa Harper· Host1:16
Seven years. Yeah.
Allison Allen· Host1:17
Okay.
Lisa Harper· Host1:17
Yeah.
Allison Allen· Host1:17
Uh, which year was the most difficult, do you think- I think- ... in the process?
Lisa Harper· Host1:21
Well, I think the, uh, probably two years ago.
Allison Allen· Host1:24
Okay.
Lisa Harper· Host1:24
Because I th- you know, they say 90% of statistics are made up on the spot, so I'm probably making this

