Why Does God Let You Struggle? | #047
Why Does God Let You Struggle? | #047  
Podcast: Unlearned Wisdom by Johnny Chang
Published On: Mon Feb 02 2026
Description: Johnny Chang teaches that real growth comes from fully surrendering to God, even when life gets harder. He explains how hardship refines character and why true blessing is a close relationship with God, not comfort or success MY APP IS LAUNCHING IN MARCH 2026! Join the waitlist here: ⁠⁠https://coreoftheheart.kit.com/c973f8...⁠⁠ 🎙️ Watch/Listen to Unlearned Wisdom on every platform: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/unlearnedwisdom⁠ Sign up for FREE Daily Devotional Emails here:  ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/dailydevotions⁠ 🤝 WE'RE HIRING A-players at Core of the Heart!   Apply here: ⁠https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/coreoftheheart⁠ We have open roles in Content and Media, Digital Marketing, and Live Events Production. In just 1.5 years, God has grown this community to over 3 million people worldwide. We are building a global movement to help people walk closer with Him every day. We’re looking for people with proven excellence, high standards, and a heart for the mission. If you’re an A-player who wants your work to matter for eternity and be a part of a fast-paced team, we’d love to meet you. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:50 Most Valuable Skill Next Five Years 06:34 What Does Full Surrender Mean? 17:45 Why Do People Revert After Spiritual Highs? 22:57 Why Would God Allow Life Harder? 34:42 Lower Expectations Without Lowering Standards 38:24 Why Does Life Get Harder Doing Right? 43:36 Do Surrendered People Still Suffer? 59:08 What Do You Still Struggle With Personally? 01:34:40 Why Do Powerful People Seem Blessed? 01:58:39 Closing Prayer with Johnny Chang 🎥 Watch my documentary, 'Faith On Death Row': ⁠https://youtu.be/-KgMmqN79kg?si=hpLBvqxbI-jGmLFn⁠ 📲 a new COTH app is COMING SOON. Text 'APP' to 323-613-3577 to get on the wait list!!!! This will be your daily guide to help you get closer to God If you are a church, or know a direct representative who wants to host 500-2000 local people, please fill out this form: ⁠https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP7uLdy0r8pvcwvli--9TIBWpUI5ac6wCaY1TzogbpnIC4-Q/viewform?usp=header⁠⁠ 🧢 Core of the Heart merchandise now available: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/collections/all⁠ 🤖 We just launched Gospel Bot! Check out details here: ⁠https://gray-dosa-37b.notion.site/Gospel-Bot-A-I-2564380db0c380ec8cd5c79be2bb0370⁠ ✂️ Join Clipping Class: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/coth⁠ 👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/coth⁠ 🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang⁠ 🎧 Access Johnny's Mainstage discussions: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang⁠ 🫶 Donate to support our Core of the Heart ministries: ⁠⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/donate⁠ 💙 For those that want to gain a deeper understanding of the Bible & get closer with God, to unlock true peace and happiness: ⁠⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/⁠ 🕊️ Start your Free 7-Day Trial or use code WISDOM for 50% off your first month.⁠ Core of the Heart is our digital community to support you in getting closer to the true Gospel. Membership includes: Weekly Bible Class with Minister Johnny, hundreds of hours of livestream content, sermons, Q&A's and resources to help you understand the Bible faster. Sign up instructions: ⁠⁠⁠https://shorturl.at/ZuAFD⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices