Trusting God Through Unexpected Challenges with Sarah Hutchinson | Episode 157
Ministry life is full of both joys and challenges, and sometimes those challenges come from unexpected places. In this episode, Sarah Hutchinson shares how her faith has carried her through not only the day-to-day demands of being a pastor’s wife but also through one of the most difficult seasons of her life—when her daughter experienced a serious accident.
Her story is one of perseverance, trust in God, and learning to find balance in the midst of it all.
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Walking Through the Storm
Sarah’s life was turned upside down when her daughter was involved in a life-altering accident. As she recounted the story, you could hear both the pain and the gratitude in her voice.
“It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever faced,” Sarah shared. “But it was also when I felt God’s presence the most.”
The accident forced her family to slow down, reassess their priorities, and lean on their faith like never before. It wasn’t easy, but it became a pivotal moment in Sarah’s ministry and personal life.
Finding Balance Amid the Unexpected
Through the challenges that came with her daughter’s recovery, Sarah learned to balance her roles as a mother, a wife, and a pastor’s wife.
“There were days I felt like I was failing at everything,” she admitted. “But God kept reminding me that I didn’t have to do it all on my own. He was with me every step of the way.”
Her story highlights the importance of grace—not just grace from God, but grace for ourselves. Sarah spoke candidly about letting go of the pressure to meet everyone’s expectations and instead focusing on what truly mattered.
Lessons from the Journey
- Trust God’s timing. “Sometimes, things don’t happen the way we planned, but that doesn’t mean God isn’t in control.”
- Lean on your community. During her daughter’s recovery, Sarah experienced an outpouring of love and support from her church family and friends.
Encouragement for Pastor’s Wives
Sarah’s journey is a reminder that life in ministry is not always predictable, but God is always faithful. She had this encouragement for fellow pastor’s wives:
“Don’t be afraid to let people see your struggles. It’s in those moments of vulnerability that God’s strength shines through.”
CONNECT WITH SARAH
Instagram: Sarahhutch_40
Facebook: Sarah Jan Hutchinson
Email Sarah: hutchinsonsarah40@gmail.com
LINKS WE MENTIONED
Jennie Allen on Candace Cameron Bure’s podcast
Get Out of Your Head By Jennie Allen
News stories about the accident
