<p>In this episode, author Dustin Crowe joins me to discuss his book <a href="https://amzn.to/4fnp15L"><em>Your Wilderness Is Not a Waste</em></a>. We talk about how seasons of suffering, waiting, spiritual dryness, and uncertainty can become places where we more clearly see God’s presence and work in our lives.<br></p><p>Dustin unpacks key wilderness stories in Scripture including Hagar, Moses, David, Elijah, and Jesus, helping us understand how God is faithful and purposeful even in difficult and disorienting seasons. <br>We also discuss his journey into writing and publishing, his pastoral ministry, and how believers can grow in trust when life feels unclear.<br></p><p>If you are in a season of struggle or transition, this conversation will encourage you that your wilderness is not wasted and God is still at work.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Dustin Crowe</strong></p><ul><li>Website: <a href="https://indycrowe.com">https://indycrowe.com</a></li><li>Books: <a href="https://amzn.to/4fnp15L"><em>Your Wilderness Is Not a Waste </em></a>and <a href="https://amzn.to/49ZhoPe"><em>The Grumbler’s Guide to Giving Thanks </em><br></a></li></ul><p><strong>Connect with Lia</strong>:</p><ul><li>Bookstagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/liarossreads"><u>⁠⁠@liarossreads⁠⁠</u></a></li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bookishtalkspodcast"><u>⁠⁠@bookishtalkspodcast⁠</u></a></li></ul><p><br></p>