In this episode of Grief Lifted, we talk about, sometimes the most meaningful conversations are the ones that remind us we don’t have to have everything together. I reflect on the beauty and vulnerability of sharing our grief with someone who truly understands. Grief can feel incredibly isolating, but when we allow ourselves to be honest about our pain—and someone meets us there with compassion—there can be tremendous comfort in simply knowing we are not alone.

This episode is also a reminder that it’s okay not to be okay. Healing doesn’t happen on a schedule, and sometimes we need to give ourselves—and the people we love—the grace to step back and come back when the time is right. Through friendship, shared experiences, faith, and God’s presence in our deepest valleys, we can find comfort even in the midst of heartbreak. We may not be able to take someone’s grief away, but we can sit beside them in it, remind them they are loved, and help carry the weight for a little while.

Scripture Reference:

• Psalm 34:18
• Galatians 6:2
• Romans 12:15
• 2 Corinthians 1:3–4
• Ecclesiastes 4:9–10

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In this episode of Grief Lifted: Rising Above Through Faith, I share how pastor and bestselling author Randy Alcorn has had a profound impact on my personal grief journey, particularly through his book Heaven. After losing both of my parents, Heaven became more than something I simply believed in—it became deeply personal. I found myself asking questions about where our loved ones are, what eternity will be like, whether we will recognize one another again, and what Scripture really tells us about the New Heaven and New Earth.

We'll explore Randy's own journey of faith, ministry, loss, and the experiences that led him to study and write so extensively about eternity. Most importantly, I'll share how his biblical teachings have helped reshape the way I view the deaths of my mom and dad—not as the end of their stories, but as a temporary separation because of the hope we have in Jesus Christ. We grieve, but we do not grieve without hope.

Scripture Reference:

• John 14:2–3
• Revelation 21:1
• Revelation 21:3
• John 11:25 1
• Thessalonians 4:13–14
• Revelation 21:5 1
• Corinthians 15
• Philippians 3:20–21
• James 4:14
• John 14:19
• Revelation 21:4
• Revelation 21–22

Resources to Dig Deeper

Randy Alcorn’s Heaven A Comprehensive Guide to Everything the Bible Says About Our Eternal Home

• Purchase Heaven directly from Eternal Perspective Ministries
• Purchase Heaven from Christianbook
• Purchase Heaven from Barnes & Noble

Eternal Perspective Ministries (EPM) Randy Alcorn’s ministry offers articles, videos, biblical resources, books, and extensive teachings about Heaven, grief, eternity, and living with an eternal perspective.

• Eternal Perspective Ministries Bookstore
• Heaven — Official EPM Resource Page
• Heaven: The Official Study Guide

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In this episode of Grief Lifted: Rising Above Through Faith, I’m joined by Cathy Williams, founder of Intuitive Self, joining me all the way from Melbourne, Australia. Cathy is an award-winning author, international speaker, facilitator and trainer specializing in Movement and Expressive Arts Therapy. Through Intuitive Self, she helps people reconnect with their bodies, emotions and inner wisdom through movement, creative expression, mindfulness and other body-based practices.

In our conversation, Cathy shares how these practices can provide another way of processing the emotions we carry through grief, trauma and difficult seasons of life—especially when words alone don’t seem to be enough. We talk about the connection between the body, heart and mind, the importance of allowing ourselves to truly feel what we are experiencing, and how movement, art and creativity can become meaningful tools for healing and self-discovery. Cathy also shares insight from her work and her book, Body Wisdom: A Guide to Connecting with Your Intuitive Self. This is a beautiful and thought-provoking conversation about grief, healing, connection and discovering new ways to move through what we carry.

Scripture Reference:

• Psalm 34:18
• Matthew 5:4,
• 2 Corinthians 1:3–4
• Revelation 21:4

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https://www.intuitiveself.com.au/

https://www.instagram.com/intuitiveself

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathywilliams-intuitiveself/

https://www.youtube.com/@Intuitive_Self

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In this special episode of Grief Lifted: Rising Above Through Faith, I’m joined by my husband, Shannon, as we celebrate our 21st wedding anniversary and reflect on the life we’ve built together. This isn’t a guide to a perfect marriage, but rather an honest and vulnerable conversation about what 21 years have taught us through raising a family, life’s unexpected trials, loss, grief, and the many ways we’ve grown and changed along the way.

We share how some of our hardest seasons have tested our marriage and our faith, including the tremendous grief our family has experienced and the anticipatory grief Shannon is now facing as his dad lives with dementia. Through the lowest lows and the highest highs, we’ve learned about grace, forgiveness, commitment, and continuing to choose one another. After 21 years, “for better or for worse” has taken on a whole new meaning, and through every chapter, God has remained faithful.

Scripture Reference:

• Genesis 2:24
• Psalms 127:3
• Matthew 19:6
• 1 Corinthians 13:4–7

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In this episode of Grief Lifted: Rising Above Through Faith, Myandi reflects on how the difficult seasons we experience earlier in life can prepare and strengthen us for the adversity we face later. In honor of her son Cullen's 18th birthday, she looks back on one of the most frightening and faith-testing seasons of her life—the uncertainty surrounding her pregnancy, his premature birth, and the beginning of a medical journey that would shape their family for years to come.

Through her story, Myandi shares a reminder that sometimes we forget just how much we've already survived. Whether you're walking through grief, illness, family struggles, uncertainty, or another difficult chapter, God has not left you. The same God who carried you through yesterday's storms is with you in today's. We may try to write the story of our lives ourselves, but ultimately, God is the author—and He can use even our most difficult experiences to strengthen us, deepen our faith, and help us walk alongside others in their pain.

Referenced Scripture

• Psalm 46:1
• Isaiah 41:10
• 2 Corinthians 4:8–9
• Romans 5:3–4
• 2 Corinthians 1:3–4
• Psalm 34:17–18

Cullen's Story (Cleft Lip & Palate Treatment/VCU Craniofacial Clinic): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPmtZxFv2rE

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Life has a way of surprising us. Sometimes the unexpected changes everything, leaving us to wonder how God could possibly use it for good.

In this episode of Grief Lifted: Rising Above Through Faith, my friend Rich Amoruso shares his deeply personal journey of loss, faith, and discovering God's hand through life's unexpected twists and turns. While every story is unique, the hope we have in Christ remains the same.

Join us for an honest conversation about grief, trusting God's plan when life doesn't unfold as we expected, and finding hope that reaches far beyond this life.

Whether you're walking through loss, searching for purpose, or simply need encouragement today, I pray this episode reminds you that God is always writing a greater story—even when we can't yet see the ending.

Scripture Reference:

• Proverbs 3:5–6
• Isaiah 55:8–9
• Romans 8:28
• Isaiah 41:10
• Revelation 21:4

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In this special 20th episode of Grief Lifted: Rising Above Through Faith, Myandi explores one of the questions every grieving heart eventually asks: What really happens after we die? Drawing from Scripture and the work of pastor and bestselling author John Burke (Imagine Heaven), this episode examines the biblical hope of Heaven, the promise of our resurrection, and God's plan for the new Heaven and the new Earth. Together, we'll explore what the Bible says about our eternal home, why believers can face death with hope, and how an eternal perspective can transform the way we live today.

Whether you're grieving the loss of a loved one, wrestling with questions about eternity, or simply longing to grow deeper in your faith, this episode will encourage you to lift your eyes beyond the temporary struggles of this world and toward the promises of Jesus Christ. Scripture reminds us that this life is not the end of our story—one day God will make all things new, wipe away every tear, and dwell with His people forever. I'll also be sharing resources from John Burke, including his books and podcast, to encourage you to continue studying what God's Word reveals about the incredible hope that awaits every believer.

Scripture Reference:

• John 14:1–3
• Colossians 3:1–4
• Philippians 3:20–21
• Luke 24:36–43
• 1 Corinthians 15:35–58
• Romans 8:18–25
• 2 Peter 3:10–13
• Isaiah 65:17–25
• Revelation 21:1–7
• Revelation 22:1–5
• 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18
• Hebrews 11:13–16

Explore More of John Burke's Content & Readings:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/imagine-heaven-podcast-with-john-burke/id1784735801

https://bakerpublishinggroup.com/products/9780801093623_imagine-heaven-devotional

https://bakerpublishinggroup.com/products/9781540905208_imagine-heaven

https://bakerpublishinggroup.com/products/9780801094637_whats-after-life

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In Episode 19 of Grief Lifted: Rising Above Through Faith, Myandi sits down with her friend Patrick "Pat" Mullins as he courageously shares his lifelong journey through grief, loss, and faith.

Pat reflects on becoming a caregiver at a young age after his mother (Ruth Ann Mullins) was diagnosed with diabetes while he was in high school. He opens up about the loss of his mother in 2008, the grief of divorce, and then the heartbreaking loss of his father (Roger Dale Mullins) to colon cancer in 2011. Through each season of hardship, Pat shares how these experiences have shaped his perspective on life, strengthened his faith, and inspired him to live with greater purpose.

This heartfelt conversation is a reminder that grief changes us, but it doesn't have to define us. With honesty, hope, and a foundation of faith in Christ, Pat encourages listeners to keep moving forward, knowing they are never alone in their journey.

Scripture Reference:

• Psalm 34:18
• Matthew 5:4
• 2 Corinthians 1:3–4
• Isaiah 41:10
• Psalm 34:18
• Deuteronomy 31:8

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In this personal episode, I reflect on the fourteen months since losing her mother and the nine months since losing her father, sharing how loss has forever reshaped her perspective on life, faith, relationships, and the world around her.

Through my own grief journey, I explores how our unique life experiences shape who we are, why extending grace and compassion to others matters, and how Christians can stand firm in biblical truth while still loving others well. In a world filled with division, hurt, and uncertainty, this episode offers a message of hope, reminding listeners that life is precious, people matter, and that even in grief, God remains faithful.

Join me as I discusses grief, grace, faith, truth, and the hope we have in Jesus Christ, who draws near to the brokenhearted and promises to make all things new.

Scripture References:

• James 1:19
• Proverbs 15:1
• Romans 12:18
• Matthew 5:9
• Ephesians 4:2
• Colossians 3:12
• Ephesians 4:15
• Romans 1:16
• Genesis 1:27
• 1 Peter 3:15
• Genesis 9:13
• Revelation 4:3
• Revelation 21:4
• Revelation 21:5
• Psalm 34:18

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In this episode of Grief Lifted: Rising Above Grief Through Faith, we talk about the reality that grief is not something we simply “move past.” As life continues to change through aging, transitions, loss, and letting go, grief continues to show up in different forms throughout our journey.

Together, we discuss how faith gives us hope through life’s inevitable hardships, why this world was never meant to be our final home, and how we can prepare both our hearts and our children spiritually for the challenges ahead. Through Scripture and personal reflection, this episode is a reminder that while grief may continue throughout life, so does God’s faithfulness, presence, and love.

Scripture Referenced:

• Ecclesiastes 3:1
• 2 Corinthians 4:16–18
• John 16:33
• Romans 8:18
• Isaiah 41:10
• Proverbs 22:6
• Ephesians 6:11–17

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