5 - Enduring Hard Things: Finding Strength When the Journey Feels Endless

What if the strength you need isn’t in pushing harder but in quietly enduring with faith?

In this episode of Where We Meet, we’re turning our attention to a group of often-overlooked women in The Book of Mormon: the wives of Nephi and his brothers, found in 1 Nephi 17:1–4. Though unnamed in the scriptures, their story is one of grit, grace, and quiet obedience in the wilderness.

We explore what it means to be both afflicted and greatly blessed and how the Lord gives real power to Latter-day Saint women who choose to endure with faith, even when the journey feels never-ending.

Audra shares a tender personal story from her own wilderness season. As she likens the scriptures to her own life, you'll feel seen in your own afflictions and reminded that the Lord is always with you.

Whether you're in a literal or emotional wilderness right now, this episode will help you recognize God's hand, reframe what it means to be “strong,” and lean into quiet but powerful discipleship.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What The Book of Mormon teaches about quiet, faithful women and why they matter
• How to liken the scriptures to your current season (even if it feels nothing like ancient wilderness)
• Why obedience isn’t about perfection, but positioning yourself to receive strength and direction from Christ

This episode is especially for Latter-day Saint women who are tired, stretched thin, or wondering if their quiet efforts matter. The truth is: they do.

The Lord sees your unseen service.
 He blesses your obedient heart.
 And He gives real power to those who look to Him.

Resources mentioned:

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Psalms 69:2-3 (KJV)

Compensating Blessings by Bishop Gerald Causse (4/2025)

1 Nephi 17:1-4 (the Book of Mormon)

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