Learning to live after loss blog
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Sonya’s Story of Quiet Courage and the Impact of Forgiveness
In this powerful Women of Faith conversation, Sonya Fortner shares her ongoing grief journey after the loss of her daughter Hannah. Together we discuss quiet courage, forgiveness, faith in suffering, and how God’s grace meets us in heartbreak. This honest conversation offers hope, healing, and encouragement for anyone walking through…
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Phyllis Smith: A Life of Faith and Resilience
In this Women of Faith episode, Phyllis Smith shares how God shaped her through family life, military moves, community, widowhood, and an ongoing battle with cancer. Her steady perspective—taking each day as it comes—offers practical hope for anyone walking through loss or uncertainty.
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From Pageants to Purpose: Elizabeth’s Journey to Peace and Contentment
Elizabeth Miller shares how true peace and contentment are found not in achievement or status, but in a surrendered relationship with Jesus Christ. Through college challenges, pageant experiences, and career lessons, her story encourages women to fix their minds on Christ and discover lasting purpose, identity, and joy beyond performance.
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Ashley’s Story: Turning Pain into Purpose
In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with my friend Ashley as she shares her story of child loss, faith, and the peace that only God can give. Together, we talk honestly about grief, heaven, and how God meets us in life’s deepest sorrow.
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The Cure for Loneliness
Loneliness persists even in busy, connected lives. This message explores why community alone cannot heal the ache within, and how God’s presence transforms isolation into hope. Through Scripture, worship, and Spirit-filled fellowship, we discover true connection, renewed perspective, and the assurance that we are never truly alone.
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End of the Live Series Recap
We just finished leading our Courage for the Journey Live series, and our hearts are full. Over six Wednesday nights, we explored our view of God, suffering, courage, hope, peace, and prayer together. This recap reflects what resonated, what surprised us, and where we believe God is leading us next in this season.
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The Heart Cries and Groans of Prayer
Prayer begins with humility. I come trusting God’s goodness, nearness, and faithfulness. Even the groans of my spirit and cries of my heart speak to God. As I approach Him with surrender, He meets my dependence with grace, reshaping my heart to trust Him and release the control that wasn’t…
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Peace With God Is Real
Through faith in Jesus, I have peace with God that steadies my heart when life feels uncertain. This devotional explores the difference between peace with God and the peace of God, showing how trust and prayer replace anxiety with hope and rest, even in suffering.
