Amy Joob, author of Arise: From Grief and Flourish, shares her story of enduring what she calls “grief storms.” Just as she launched her ministry, she was devastated by the sudden loss of her father, followed closely by the loss of her church community. God guided her as she sought counsel and pursued healing through GriefShare. Amy faced another crushing blow when her brother died by suicide. She recounts how God met her through Scripture, prayer, and vivid moments of comfort, including rainbow reminders and visions of Jesus’ presence. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the power of God's Word, the study of God’s character, honest lament, prayer, and her LEAPS framework for moving forward in grief.

Verses: Psalm 20:7; Psalm 23; Psalm 27:13-14; Matthew 18:12; John 10:3, 27; Romans 8:18, 28, 38-39

00:00 Trust God No Matter What

03:57 Grief Storm Begins

09:02 Dad’s Final Advice

09:48 Attributes of God

11:08 Lion of Judah Rest

13:28 Church Hurt Healing

16:41 Brother’s Suicide Loss

19:07 Rainbow Comfort

22:57 Rock Bottom Vision

27:33 Trinity Sand Dollars

29:57 God's Unchanging Nature

31:18 Shepherd Finds the One

38:17 LEAPS Grief Framework

Amy's website: www.AmyJoob.com

Amy's book: Arise: From Grief and Flourish Again

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Dyann Shepard shares her faith journey from a chaotic childhood, through a failed marriage, and the loss of a wonderful husband of thirty-one years to Alzheimer’s. She describes humble God-inspired prayers that strengthened her when she was weary, mini-pity parties, and the daily renewals of lament and gratitude. A “spiritual fracking” lesson in repentance powerfully highlights the blessings of humility and surrender in our own faith journeys.

Verses: Psalm 27:13-14

00:00 Surrender Through Trauma

00:30 God is Near. His Promises are accessible.

01:56 Meet Diane Shepherd

03:29 Discovering a Bible

06:13 Control Shattered Marriage

10:18 Rick’s Decline into Alzheimer’s

15:24 Praying When Weary

19:47 Two Journals Lament and Thanks

21:58 Spiritual Fracking Lesson

30:11 Hope For Sinking Hearts

31:32 Final Moments With Rick

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Doreen Steenland, author and trauma-informed neuroscience coach, describes her childhood history of abuse, the self-protective patterns she learned, and how coming to Christ as a young adult started her journey to experiencing the power of God's love, transformation, and healing. We discover how brain science supports Romans 12:2 and how transformation happens through small "micro-shifts" rather than through striving. Doreen shares many examples to help us interrupt habits like negative looping or catastrophizing, so we can learn to transform our minds and experience God's healing love.

Verses: Romans 12:2; 2 Corinthians 10:5; Matthew 14:29-31

00:00 Cancer Waiting Room Choice

00:46 Podcast Welcome and Theme

01:22 Meet Doreen and Micro Shifts

03:34 Childhood Trauma and Masks

08:46 Renewing Mind with Neuroscience

11:36 Love Pathway vs Fear Pathway

14:12 Boundaries and Secure Attachment

18:30 From Head Knowledge to Withness

22:45 Practicing Presence Daily

25:48 Scare and Slowing Down

29:21 Receiving More from God

32:43 Stress Habits and Brain Sides

37:54 Healing Layers and Leaning In

39:40 Connect with Promised Land Living

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Doreen's book: Transform Your Brain, One Thought at a Time

Courses for Women: Promised Land Living Courses

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HowDo We Walk Through Suffering Without Giving Up On God?

Michelle Rahal, award-winning author and storyteller, strengthens our faith with modern-day stories of God’s miraculous care, healing, presence, and power. We’ll be drawing from her research and weekly newsletter, A Glimpse of Holy, as well as a few jaw-dropping stories from her own life. These God-stories will fill our hearts with a biblical view of the greatness and nearness of our holy God.

Verses referenced: Jeremiah 29:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Ephesians 3:20; Romans 8:28; Joel 2:25

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00:00 Miracle Healing Testimony

01:19 Meet Michelle Rahal

02:49 From Ritual to Relationship

04:21 Divorce and Bible Awakening

08:14 2014 Crisis and Stroke

10:20 Gratitude in Hard Times

12:02 Healed Brain Scan Surprise

12:55 Why Share God Stories

14:36 Glimpse of Holy Favorites

15:20 Barbara’s Prayer Rescue

19:50 Pastor David’s Mexico Calling

20:51 Mexico Mission Full Circle

23:35 Seeing Hidden Impact

24:21 Wilms Tumor Breakthrough

27:51 Everyday Miracle Rescue

30:17 Healing From MS

36:05 Prayer Beyond Our Will

37:52 Miracle Working God

Lori Armstrong describes God’s faithfulness and countless answers to prayer following her baby’s diagnosis with retinoblastoma. Although he was expected to lose his eyes and his life, God miraculously preserves both. He also blessed her son with a precious childlike faith that continues into adulthood. Lori describes how God provided treasures in the darkness after the loss of her husband and both her parents. Her journey helps us trust the constant love of God who holds us in His steadfast love and redeems our hard stories.

Verses referenced: John 9:1-3; Ephesians 3:20; Isaiah 45:3; Isaiah 44:1-5; Psalm 16:11; John 16:33; John 10:10

00:00 Finding Comfort In Darkness

01:11 How Do We Trust God’s love in Ongoing Hardship?

04:39 How Does God Prepare Us For Hardship?

07:25 Devastating Diagnosis

09:31 John 9 Promise

12:37 Miracles And Survival

13:44 Praying For Brad

23:49 Treasures In Darkness

27:09 Clinging To Scripture

30:04 Isaiah 44 Confirmation

37:46 Joy In God’s Presence

42:15 Abundant Life In Opposition

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Lara Silverman, a Stanford Law graduate and former U.S. Attorney’s Office hire, shares how a sudden, rare neurological illness left her mostly bedridden for eight years, forcing her to resign and endure years of misdiagnoses, failed treatments, and isolation while God repeatedly comforted her through Scripture and community. In a story only God could write, Matt, newly diagnosed with stage four intestinal cancer, became her husband. In their brief marriage, they modeled “joy in grief" and served others through music and biblical teaching. Lara later found renewed joy through comedy, wrote the memoir Singing Through Fire from her bed, and emphasizes trusting God’s higher ways and eternal purpose in suffering.

01:13 Meet Laura Silverman

03:17 Laura Finds The Show

05:14 Dream Career Derailed

10:46 God Speaks In Suffering

17:15 When God Says No

21:39 Surrendering The Why

24:51 Chemo Pump Plot Twist

27:39 Joy in Grief Ministry

30:15 Wrestling Toward Surrender

36:35 Finding Joy After Matt Died

42:42 Holding Joy and Grief Together

45:41 Eternal Weight of Glory

Verses Referenced: 2 Timothy 2:13; Job 3:15; Isaiah 55:8-9; Psalm 34:18; Philippians 1:24-25; 2 Corinthians 4:17; Romans 8:28; Ephesians 5:16; Ephesians 2:10; John 11:25

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Cara Shine grew up as the only Jewish child in her area where antisemitic bullying left her feeling rejected not only by peers, but also by Jesus. Her perspective shifted years later during the terrifying Beltway sniper attacks. Overwhelmed by fear, a simple prayer offered by a colleague opened her heart to Jesus' love. Cara describes her awe and joy as she came to know and fall in love with the one true Jesus, her Jewish Messiah. This story of redemption offers profound hope, particularly as we celebrate the miracle of Easter.

Verses referenced: Isaiah 41:10; Genesis 50:20; Matt 22:38-40

03:44 Growing Up Jewish

05:23 Bus Bullying Scars

09:09 Sniper Fear Begins

13:17 Hallway Prayer Moment

19:36 Telling Husband Jeff

24:20 Words in Red and Shema

26:03 Forgiveness Breakthrough

26:39 Telling Her Parents

37:54 “It would be enough”

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Cara's Book: The Hallway Miracle

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Redemptive Wrestling Bible story series:

• 1) How do I heal when I’m angry at God?
• 2) How do I cultivate hope during seasons of disappointment?
• 3) How do I follow God when it’s hard?
• 4) How do I walk through suffering without giving up on God?
• 5) How do I pray through a crisis? (pt1)
• 6) How do I pray through a crisis? (pt2)
• 7) How do I trust God when He hurts my feelings?
• 8) How do I trust God when I’m depleted or overwhelmed?

Hope for the Weary Series:

• https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-11-hope-for-the-weary-from-a-tsunami-part-3/
• https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-38-hope-for-the-weary-from-the-wilderness-part-4/
• https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-07-hope-for-the-weary-from-a-mountaineering-crisis-part-2/
• https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-06-hope-for-the-weary-from-a-boat-accident-part-1/

Jodi Allen shares her story of a marriage impacted by her husband’s long-term pornography struggle, culminating in a two-year attempt at healing and eventual divorce. Learning that “shame is a choice” empowered her to step out of hiding and trust her faith community with their story. Jody highlights God’s miraculous provisions for their family and the emphasizes God’s presence, kindness, and gentle healing in suffering.

Verses: Proverbs 3:5,6; Romans 8:1; Hebrews 4:12; Jeremiah 29:11; Exodus 12:36; Matthew 19:26

Connect with Jody: JodyAllenWrites.com

Book: Hidden Heartache: Finding Courage When Your Husband Struggles with Pornography

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00:00 Rock Bottom God Near

00:20 Podcast Welcome and Hope

02:14 Meet Jodi Allen

03:14 Why We Hide in Shame

03:57 Her Marriage Story Unravels

05:47 Woman at the Well Healing

08:11 Choosing Freedom from Shame

09:11 God Fights for Us

11:04 Counseling and Praying Scripture

12:48 Anchor Verses for Courage

13:49 Anxiety Sleep and Practical Tools

17:51 Caring for Kids in Crisis

20:30 Co Parenting and Impossible Hope

21:59 Purpose and Hope After Loss

24:50 Miraculous Financial Provision

27:16 What She Learned About God

29:34 Freebies