Amanda Butel/Bad Things Happened: Where Were You, God?

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Bad Things Happened: Where Were You, God?

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A gentle, downloadable journaling guide for women carrying grief, disappointment, and spiritual pain

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What do you do when the pain goes deeper than doubt?

You loved God. You prayed. You tried to believe.

But the worst still happened.

And in the silence that followed… something broke.

When faith feels shaken after pain, this gentle guide helps you make sense of God's silence and begin rebuilding trust — at your own pace.

Maybe you're still asking:

  • “Where were You when they hurt me?”

  • “Why didn’t You stop it?”

  • “Was I not worth protecting?”

  • “Can I still call this faith when I’m full of questions?”

This gentle, downloadable guide is for the woman who:

  • Feels disoriented in her faith after betrayal, trauma, or loss

  • Wants to trust God again but isn’t sure how

  • Has been told her doubts are dangerous

  • Longs for honest connection, not just spiritual clichés

Whether you’ve experienced betrayal, trauma, spiritual abuse, or deep disappointment, this resource is a gentle place to bring your honest grief, confusion, and doubt—without fear of judgment.

"It wasn’t a lack of faith—it was the sound of suffering faith.

Faith in agony.

Faith that still reached out, even when it couldn’t feel a response."

💛 What You’ll Find Inside

A printable, grace-filled resource to help you process spiritual pain and rediscover a safer image of God.

  • Healing reflections, including:
    – When God Was Silent
    – When God Felt Unfair
    – The God You Were Taught vs The God Jesus Reveals
    – Rebuilding Trust When It’s Been Shattered
    – Imagining a New Kind of Connection

  • Thoughtful journaling prompts that validate your experience and gently invite healing

  • Scripture reflections from both the NIV and The Message — centred on Jesus, not shame

  • Therapeutic art exercise: The God I Long For
    Visually explore old beliefs and begin to reimagine a truer, safer image of God

  • A closing blessing for the weary

🛑 What It's Not

  • Not a sermon

  • Not a step-by-step fix-your-faith formula

  • Not a theological debate

This is a healing space—creative, trauma-informed, and full of grace.

Created by Amanda Butel

Registered Counsellor

Compassionate support for women healing from religious harm, betrayal, and trauma.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be good at journaling?

Not at all. This is for anyone who wants to reflect honestly and gently with Jesus—whether you journal regularly or just pause when something resonates. There’s no pressure to write a lot—only to listen, reflect, and be present.

Is it a devotional or a workbook?

It’s a bit of both. You’ll find brief, heartfelt reflections alongside thoughtful prompts. It’s spacious and reflective—not rigid or formulaic. It’s a companion, not a checklist.

Is it only for Christian women?

This resource is written from a faith-based perspective—centred on Jesus and grounded in grace. While it was created especially for Christian women navigating grief, doubt, or betrayal, anyone seeking a gentler connection with God is welcome here.

Please note:

This resource is designed for personal reflection and encouragement. It is not a substitute for counselling, therapy, or medical support. If you’re navigating distress, trauma, or significant emotional pain, please reach out to a qualified professional who can walk alongside you with care and wisdom.

Not sure if this is what you need?

It’s okay to feel layered. You can begin anywhere — and take your time.

If you feel ready for deeper support, Amanda also offers:

🌿 Online counselling for Christian women
First session only $50 — a safe place to begin.

Contents Include:

Bad Things Happened - Where Were You God?.pdf
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