Join Pastor Heath Lambert and Associate Pastor Sean Perron as they share their personal journeys through unexpected medical challenges and the spiritual lessons they've learned along the way.

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Introduction and overview of the conversation

1:30 - Pastor Perron shares his stage four lymphoma diagnosis and treatment journey

4:27 - The disruptive nature of medical trials and moments of discouragement

8:02 - Pastor Lambert recounts his seven brain surgeries and ongoing recovery

14:38 - Most discouraging moments during their medical journeys

21:00 - Surprising moments of encouragement amid suffering

27:21 - Addressing the question of why bad things happen to good people

31:54 - Learning to respond to God in suffering without anger

38:06 - Unexpected blessings discovered through medical trials

45:53 - How to serve others while going through your own suffering

49:27 - Scripture passages that provided strength and comfort

54:58 - How to prepare spiritually for future medical challenges

1:00:01 - Final encouragements for those facing health crises

In this transparent conversation, these pastors discuss:

The reality of stage four lymphoma and multiple brain surgeries, including the physical and emotional toll they take

How to wrestle with theological questions like "Why would God allow this to happen?" without falling into anger or despair

The surprising ways God uses suffering to refine character, revealing hidden fears and impatience while developing deeper trust

How the body of Christ provides crucial support during medical crises, making church involvement essential before trials come

Specific Scripture passages that sustained them: Psalm 121, Psalm 123, Matthew 6, John 5-6, and Ephesians 3

Whether you're currently facing a health crisis, walking alongside someone who is, or simply want to prepare spiritually for challenges that may come, this conversation offers biblical wisdom, practical encouragement, and even moments of humor from two pastors who have experienced God's faithfulness in the valley of suffering.