Grief – Witness21

Losing a Child to Addiction

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

on 2025-04-24

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I’m Shauna. When my son Chase died at fifteen, I felt utterly lost—walking out of that jail hallway in tears, then collapsing in fear at home. I knelt and begged Heavenly Father for joy. Suddenly, birdsong and beauty surrounded me, a reminder that His love is everywhere. Grief therapy and faith have since been my lifeline, and even on the hardest days, I choose to look for His comforting hand. 🙏💔➡️❤️

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01:05 Realizing His Addiction
02:12 Pleading for Joy in Prayer
03:04 Hearing of Chase’s Death
04:10 Comfort Through God’s Love

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“Drugs just bring on so much trauma in your family, well before you lose that loved one. It’s just ugly and it scars you,” says Shauna, whose son began experimenting with drugs at just 13 years old. In the years since his death, she and her family have found peace with the help of professional counselors and focus on faith.

By the time Shauna’s son was 15, his addiction was full-blown. Over the course of his short life, he was sent to jail more than a dozen times.

“I remember the first time visiting him, walking down that long hallway, and I was devastated,” describes Shauna. “I remember sobbing the whole way home. I just could not console myself.”

After every release from jail, he would try to resume his life without drugs and alcohol. However, he couldn’t get past the belief that he was beyond help and hope. Fearing for her son’s life, Shauna became overwhelmed with sorrow and fear. She was desperate for help.

She got on her knees and plead with God for a glimmer of happiness. In the hours that followed, her eyes were opened to the beauty all around her—evidence of the love God and Jesus Christ have for each of us. That perspective still brings her joy on bad days.

“The Savior is so present and so ready to lift our burdens and comfort us,” she says.

Can you see God’s love where you are?

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Watch a mother’s journey with God when her daughter goes missing.

Moving Works

on 2025-04-23

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I still remember December 11, 2015—the day my nineteen‑year‑old daughter Yosheline left for school and never came home. The months that followed were filled with agonizing uncertainty, grief, and fear for her safety 😢. Yet through every sleepless night, God became my anchor. In the face of media attention and unanswered prayers, I clung to His promise—Isaiah’s words echoing in my heart: He is with me even in the fire. Today, whether Yosheline is found or safe in heaven, I know my hope is not in human answers but in the One who never leaves or forsakes me 🙏✨.

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The Precious Daughter – On December 11, 2015, nineteen-year-old Yosheline Arenas Heredia left her home for the day and never returned. What would happen in the following months would both captivate the city of Querétaro and transform the life of her mother, Lysette.

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Jan Teel Nealis testimony

Everyday Miracles Podcast

on 2025-04-17

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I’m Jan Teel‑Nealis. After almost forty years of joy with my childhood sweetheart, I was suddenly widowed by his first and only heart attack in 2019. Grief crashed over me in waves—first Mother’s Day, then anniversaries, holidays, all felt like chaos. God met me in a creative way: each week I journaled the “number of the week,” seeking Him in Scripture by number symbolism. By week 16 I realized these weekly glimpses had become a book: *Grieving by the Numbers: Glimpses of Glory*. Along the way, prayer became my anchor, forgiveness toward my late husband’s surgeon unlocked my heart, and God even brought a new love to heal my brokenness. Through numbers, hymns, and hope, I learned that grief is a process with no right or wrong path—and that God won’t waste a single tear. My story shows that your best days and deepest joys may still lie ahead.

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01:31 Losing my husband suddenly
03:01 Beginning number journaling
03:44 Discovering a book idea
06:05 Finding new love and healing
07:01 Week 11: Chaos & new future
17:18 Celebrate what you had
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Jan Teel-Nealis was 9 years old when she met Del. He was the only man she had loved. They enjoyed almost 40 years of a happy marriage together, until he passed suddenly with his first and only heart attack. Jan suddenly found herself a widow. In this episode Jan shares how she coped, and how she found happiness again. She offers practical ways to help process grief, and she shares how her faith was a huge part of her healing.

She states, “Grief is a process. No person goes through it the same. Its an individual journey with no right and wrong. Understand that God has so much more for your next chapter. Your best days could still be before you.”

Jan is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and owner of two successful real estate companies in the beautiful Carolinas.

“Instead of mourning what you’ve lost, celebrate what you had, and believe for something so much greater than what your heart could’ve conceived. I encourage you, instead of only carrying the burden and weight of grief, grab hold of hope. Hold onto Him (God), because He is holding on to YOU.” – Jan Teel-Nealis

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” (NIV). Psalm 34:18

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Digging Deeper | Audrey Swenson | Part 3| UNBREAKABLE FAITH

Forever Changed

on 2025-04-10

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I share my personal testimony as a parent who has experienced both life’s blessings and heartache. Married for 62 years with six children (including an adopted son), I have learned that our time on earth is both precious and finite. Through the pain of losing loved ones—whether human or even our cherished pets—I have come to understand that God is the ultimate giver and taker of life. I urge fellow parents and believers to trust in Jesus, for He is the answer that provides comfort and hope during every storm.

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Heather’s Story

Hope Community Church

on 2025-04-03

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I grew up in Norfolk, Virginia, and got married to John, who was born with a heart defect. Though he was incredibly brave, his condition worsened, and one morning I realized we had to leave home. I walked out with the kids, knowing that was the last time they’d see him awake. I stayed by his side in the hospital for nearly a month until he passed away—a loss that left me heartbroken and struggling to find words to explain it to my children. Amid the pain, my daughter’s gentle reminder about baptism and my own commitment to my relationship with Christ gave me the strength to find peace. The support from my local church and the love of those around me have helped me heal and transform my grief into a testimony of faith.

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01:08 Loss of John
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Heather tells her story of dealing with the sudden loss of her husband, being left with two small children. Being part of a healthy local church, people who love her and encourage her, has been a key part of finding peace.

Jessica’s Story

Hope Community Church

on 2025-04-03

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I met Scott while I was out with my girlfriends, and he showed me how a man should treat a woman. We were inseparable until one morning when Scott suffered a breathing crisis, and despite my desperate attempts to save him, he passed away. Eight months later, with my mom’s heartfelt words that he was in heaven with the Lord, I experienced a profound awakening. That moment, by God’s grace, transformed my sorrow into a calling. I joined Hope in May, where serving with the mobile food pantry not only healed my grief but also strengthened me spiritually, emotionally, and physically. I now use my pain to serve others, knowing that God’s grace is my constant guide.

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01:34 Loss Acceptance
02:28 Joining Hope
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Christian Testimony – How JESUS helped me deal with GRIEF

Christian Life Testimonies

on 2025-03-28

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I, Linda Jabar, share my heart-wrenching journey after a tragic car accident in Namibia that claimed the lives of my pregnant sister and my 2-year-old son. In the midst of unspeakable loss, I experienced God’s unmistakable voice telling me to choose His way. That divine encounter brought immense peace and strength, enabling me to face deep questions about pain and control with unwavering faith. I now urge others in grief to lean on the truth of the Bible and cling to Jesus, who comforts and sustains us through every trial.

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01:15 Sister’s Death
04:00 Son’s Death
07:45 Advice for Grief
12:40 Who is Jesus?
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Linda’s TWO YEAR OLD SON and PREGNANT SISTER died in a TRAGIC CAR ACCIDENT.

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Listen to this amazing testimony of hope as Linda Joubert shares her testimony of how she was traveling with her pregant sister in Namibia, het sister backed out behind the wheel and lost control of the vehicle. Her sister passed away in the car accident and het two year old son passed away a day later.

Linda shares about her journey of dealing with her grief, and looks at some of the questions people face who have to deal with tragic accidents.

Linda also took some time to pray for grieving people.

May you be encouraged by this message of hope.

0:00 The accident
1:15 Death of sister
2:15 God sppeaks to Linda in the car
4:00 Death of her son
5:15 time of questioning
7:45 Linda’s advice for people dealing with grief and loss
10:05 Prayer for people battling with loss and grief
12:40 Who is Jesus to you

Testimony Thursday – Losing My Mother, My Job, and The Woman I Thought I’d Marry

Harvest

on 2025-03-21

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My life has been a relentless cycle of loss—from losing my mother at a tender age, to losing my job at 29, and even the woman I believed would be my forever partner. Each loss left me questioning why I was being tested, yet through every painful season, I witnessed God’s unwavering provision and restoration. Despite the deep grief and betrayal I experienced, God demonstrated His faithfulness by providing for my needs and teaching me valuable lessons about resilience and hope. I share my story so that anyone enduring similar trials may find comfort in knowing that God is always in control and that even in our darkest moments, He is working to restore us.

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00:29 Mother’s Loss at 16
01:38 Job Loss at Age 29
03:08 Betrayal in Love
04:12 Lessons in Restoration
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My life has seemed to be a constant cycle of loss. I lost my mother at a young age, I lost my job at 29, and I lost the woman who I thought I’d be marrying—in a cycle of seemingly never-ending lies. Throughout every season of my life where I endured traumatic loss, God always showed me that He was still providing for me. This is my story.

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Christian Mom’s Heart-Breaking Journey with Anencephaly Baby

100huntley

on 2025-03-19

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I experienced an unimaginable heartbreak when I learned during a routine ultrasound that my unborn daughter had anencephaly—a condition with no chance of survival. In that moment of overwhelming grief and shock, as tears streamed down my face in a quiet ultrasound room, I heard the gentle whisper ‘Emanuel,’ reminding me that God is with us. Despite the devastating news and the painful decision to continue my pregnancy against all odds, I found strength in Jesus. Through each hospital visit, every sleepless night, and the silent prayers amid despair, His presence transformed my sorrow into a testimony of hope, healing, and unyielding faith. I now share my journey so that others, even in their darkest moments, may discover that Jesus offers comfort, restoration, and the promise of new beginnings.

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01:21 Ultrasound Discovery
01:47 Divine Whisper
04:10 Transformative Journey
10:10 Breakthrough of Hope
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Almost all babies with anencephaly die before birth, although some may survive a few hours or a few days after birth. Anencephaly is likely caused by an interaction between genetic and environmental factors , many of which remain unknown.

Confronted with a fatal diagnosis for their unborn baby girl, Brooke Martin and her husband faced an unimaginable choice, grappling with how to move forward amid a sea of unanswerable questions. Yet, in the midst of unspeakable grief, Brooke’s faith and vulnerability not only laid the foundation for her own healing but also for a global movement toward resilience and recovery.

Controlled Burn: Rising From the Ashes to Forge an Unshakable Faith weaves together invaluable advice, spiritual insights, and raw truths learned from Brooke Martin’s greatest trials, offering readers guidance to walk through life’s fires and come out unburned. Whether in pregnancy, the workplace, marriage, or otherwise, we are bound to experience suffering in life. How we respond can be the difference between our destruction and our growth.

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“Jesus Healed A Heart He Didn’t Break” – College Student Testimony

Witness21

on 2025-03-12

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I grew up in a family where church wasn’t a regular part of our lives, and I faced the pain of losing loved ones at a young age. The weight of grief and deep-seated anxiety left me feeling broken and overwhelmed. In college, I reached a point where I could no longer handle the loneliness and emptiness on my own. I cried out to God, and in that vulnerable moment, Jesus met me with unconditional love—healing a heart that was never meant to be broken. Through my baptism and the supportive embrace of Spotswood College Ministry, I experienced a transformation that filled me with hope and renewed purpose. I share my testimony so others can know that when you ask, Jesus is there to restore you, no matter how broken you feel.

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01:24 Family Grief
02:15 Breaking Point
03:15 Heart Healed
04:04 College Ministry Journey
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Jess is apart of our Spotswood College Ministry and she has a testimony to tell about how she grew up believing in God, but didn’t know what it meant to have a relationship with God – until she brought questions with her to Spotswood College where she met Jesus and was later baptized to let the world know of the good news she has accepted.

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