What does it mean to be known in your grief? What happens when you choose oil over bitterness? And how do you maintain a posture of surrender even when the reminders are painful?

Find out how John found the answers to these questions within his job, his marriage, his life, in his community, and ultimately his relationship with Jesus.

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What is on the other side of grief? What happens when we let grief be a teacher? And at the same time, what do we do when grief gets the better of us?

Find out how Matt found the answers to these questions in his victories, his losses, and most importantly, his relationship with Jesus.

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What do you do with the questions that never get answered?

In this solo episode, I share the question that haunted me during my son’s final days — “How could this be the best thing for him?” — and how learning to surrender that question became part of my healing.

We talk about daily surrender, the mystery of faith, and the comfort found in Revelation 21:3–4 — the promise that God will wipe away every tear and make all things new.

If you’re a man navigating grief, carrying silent questions, or trying to hold onto faith in the middle of deep pain, this conversation is for you.

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• Revelation 21:3–4
• The space mystery creates for faith

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On this week's episode of Still Standing, Jonathan Pitts joins us to tell the story of how his life has been shaped by grief. His story of perseverance through the losses he has faced, how he has stayed connected to Jesus, and how he leads his family through it all is truly inspiring.

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Still Standing is a podcast for men navigating life after loss. Through honest stories, biblical truth, and practical wisdom, we offer strength and clarity for those grieving in silence, but not done. Started by The Beacon Project, each episode is a reminder that you’re not alone, and there is hope beyond the hurt.

In this first episode of Still Standing, host Brian Schindler shares the heart behind the podcast — and the story that brought it to life.

This show was born out of a personal journey through grief, loss, and leadership, and it’s made for men who are quietly carrying pain no one else can see. If you’ve ever felt like you have to hold it all together — even when you’re breaking inside — you’re not alone.

This episode unpacks why Still Standing exists, what you can expect moving forward, and why grieving doesn’t mean you’re done.

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