In this episode of the Win Win Evangelism Podcast, Tina Waldrom speaks with chaplain, speaker, and author Sam Wegner about his deeply personal new book, The Weight of the Wait. Sam shares honestly about the long and painful journey of walking with his wife through her ongoing battle with cancer, and how the extended waiting has shaped his faith in ways he never expected. Rather than offering easy answers, Sam reflects on what it truly means to trust God when life is uncertain, prayers seem unanswered, and the future feels heavy. His story highlights that waiting is not passive. It is a place where God does deep, refining work in the heart.
Together, Tina and Sam explore how seasons of delay and disappointment can become powerful opportunities to show the love of Jesus to others. Sam describes how being open about his struggles has allowed meaningful faith conversations to happen naturally, particularly with those who are searching for hope in the midst of hardship. The Weight of the Wait encourages believers to stay rooted in Scripture, connected to community, and honest with God about their pain. This conversation is gentle, real, and full of hope for anyone who finds themselves in a long season of waiting and wants to hold on to faith while still pointing others toward Jesus.
In this podcast episode, you will discover that:
- Conversations about cancer can open doors to deeper discussions.
- Trusting God means relying on Him during tough times.
- Authenticity in faith sharing is crucial.
- Community support is essential during difficult times.
- Practical spiritual practices can help maintain faith.
- Using Bible verses as mnemonic devices can keep God’s word present.
- It’s important to be honest about struggles with faith.
- Waiting can be an opportunity to grow and share faith.
- And more…
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Discussion Questions
1. How can seasons of waiting or suffering become opportunities for witness rather than moments to withdraw? Reflect on how Sam shared that many people are touched by cancer and that sharing honestly can open doors.
Read: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
2. In what areas of your life might you be relying on your own strength rather than trusting God? Sam shared that God had to “crush” self-reliance in order to teach trust.
Read: Proverbs 3:5-6
3. How does suffering shape our understanding of the goodness of God?
Read: Psalm 119:71
4. When others see you walk through difficulty, what do they notice? Do they see despair, denial, or a quiet confidence in Christ?
Read: Philippians 4:11-13
5. When others see you walk through difficulty, what do they notice? Do they see despair, denial, or a quiet confidence in Christ?
Read: 2 Corinthians 12:9
6. Sam emphasised community and accountability groups. Who are the people in your life who help you stay grounded in faith during difficult seasons?
Read: Hebrews 10:24-25
7. Sam emphasised community and accountability groups. Who are the people in your life who help you stay grounded in faith during difficult seasons?
Read: Psalm 119:11
