Barry “Butch” Wilmore, a NASA astronaut, recently shared how his faith helped him endure an extended nine-month stay on the ISS. Originally, he and astronaut Sunita Williams were set for a brief mission aboard Boeing’s Starliner, launching on June 5, 2023. However, technical delays kept them in orbit far longer than expected. They finally returned on a Tuesday at 5:57 p.m. ET, splashing down off Florida’s coast.

Wilmore leaned on his faith, saying, “It all works out for those that will believe.” He saw his experience as part of God’s plan, adding, “He is working out His plan and His purposes for His glory.” His trust in God was evident even before launch, as he and Williams prayed with technicians at the launchpad.

His family shared the same faith. His daughter Daryn said, “We know it was His plan, and the Lord has given us all peace.” His wife Deanna added, “Even if we don’t fully understand it, whatever the Lord does will be for our good.” The mission even caught political attention when Donald Trump criticized Joe Biden, urging Elon Musk to intervene. Despite the challenges, Wilmore remained steadfast, saying, “However [God’s plan] plays out, I am content.”