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February 25, 2025 by Laura Diehl Leave a Comment

285: Do You Feel Like You’re on Sinking Sand?

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Many of us believed we were building our lives on the solid Rock, but after our child died, we found ourselves floundering on sinking sand. Hear what Laura shares about this topic in today’s episode. You may even hear her break out in song a couple of times.

Links Mentioned in this episode:

Go to gpshope.org to check out the website for resources, and to get to know Becca, Laura and Dave better.

Click here to see the list of FeedSpot’s Top 30 Hope Podcasts on the web.

 

Birthdays:

Dharahan Walker was born on February 23 and left us at age 31.

Nolan Sanders was born on February 24 and left us at age 28.

Paul Huprich  was born on February 24 and left us at age 19.

Ian Rodriguez was born on February 26 and left us at age 33.

Dylan Paul Yancey Clarke was born on February 26 and left us at age 17.

Miesha Grimes was born on March 1and left us at age 24

 

If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information.

The special song written for our children’s birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.

Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!

www.gpshope.org

 

To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org.

Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose.

It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.

 

Tagged With: child loss, Christian grief, faith during grief, GPS Hope podcast, grief and faith, grieving parents, hope after child loss, rebuilding after loss, sinking sand, the Solid Rock

February 11, 2025 by Laura Diehl Leave a Comment

284: Thinking About Heaven After Child Loss

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Heaven. That is often on the mind of those of us who have lost a child. So, let’s talk about it.

In today’s episode, you will hear something written by a grieving dad that leads into a discussion about heaven with three points Laura makes. She ends the episode with some imagination from a few of you about heaven and what our children might be doing there while waiting for us to join them.

Today’s episode is sponsored by parents who wish to remain anonymous, in honor of their daughter, Cassandra.

Links Mentioned in this episode:

To share how you imagine your child in heaven, click here and put in the comment section.

Click here to start receiving Laura’s Weekly Word of Hope. (You can unsubscribe at any time.)

Find out more about the My Grief Journey book here. For the My Grief Journey for Kids click here.

Sign up for the Weekly Word of Hope.

Click here to sponsor a podcast episode in honor of your child.

 

Birthdays:

Sean Kraus was born on February 19 and left us at age 24.

Jason Zimdars was born on February 20 and left us at age 35.

Mark Patrick King II was born on February 22 and left us at age 29.

 

If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information.

The special song written for our children’s birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.

Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!

www.gpshope.org

 

To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org.

Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose.

It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.

Tagged With: child loss, Christian grief support, GPS Hope podcast, grief and faith, grieving parents, heaven and grief, honoring a child in heaven, hope in heaven, life after child loss, parents of loss

January 28, 2025 by Laura Diehl Leave a Comment

283: Does God Have a Word for You?

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Many people use the beginning of each year to set new goals or see it as a time for a fresh start. As parents who have lost a child (especially in those first few years) those are not things we are interested in at all. In fact, we don’t want to go into a new year without our child and it can weigh us down.

But, what if God could speak something into your place of darkness that could bring you the hope, comfort and strength you need? Listen in, as Laura shares some of those personal words she has received over the years, and encourages other shattered parents that they can do the same.

Links Mentioned in this episode:

Click here to start receiving Laura’s Weekly Word of Hope. (You can unsubscribe at any time.)

Click here to find out more about Reflections of Hope: A Daily Reading for Bereaved Parents

 

Birthdays:

Gavin Reynolds was born on January 19 and is forever 17.

Richie Rudkin was born on January 27 and is forever 27.

Celeste France was born on January 29 and is forever 17.

Ava Shaw was born on February 4 and is forever 20.

Brenton Smith was born on February 10 and is forever 24.

 

If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information.

The special song written for our children’s birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.

Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!

www.gpshope.org

 

To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org.

Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose.

It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.

 

Tagged With: child loss, Christian grief support, comfort in grief, encouragement for bereaved parents, Faith through grief, GPS Hope podcast, grieving parents, healing after child loss, hope after loss, new year after child loss

January 14, 2025 by Laura Diehl Leave a Comment

282: Grief Is a Journey (with Glen Lord)

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Today you will be hearing Laura interview Glen Lord, who has been on this grief journey of child loss since 1999, when his five-year-old son, Noah, died. Glen’s heart of compassion comes through, along with nuggets that can be tucked away and pulled out when needed while on this unwanted journey.

Glen Lord was on the fast track to accomplishing his goal of being a CEO of a fortune 500 company. The death of his son, Noah, in 1999 put brakes on the life he had so carefully planned. As Glen sought a new path, he realized that there was a need for genuine, accurate grief information. This realization, plus his extensive business experience, fueled the founding of The Grief Toolbox and creation of the Walking Through Grief® program, both offer a community of grief resources around the world and a marketplace of grief and memorial products. Glen is past president of the national board of directors of The Compassionate Friends. He is a sought after keynote, inspirational presenter and workshop leader. 

(Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.) 
Links Mentioned in this episode:

Connect with Glen Lord: thegrieftoolbox.com  or  www.facebook.com/grieftoolbox/

Click the following links to hear the previous podcast episodes with Glen:

Episode 19: Finding Hope

Episode 20: Finding Your Direction Again

 

Birthdays:

Noah J Barela budded on earth to bloom in heaven on January 14.

Ezra Djamen was born on January 15 and is forever 4 months old.

Joshua Caldwell was born on January 16 and is forever 28.

Adrian Augustine was born on January  17 and is forever 18.

Jeanette Marie was born on January 19 and is forever 36.

Tommy Wills was born on January 19 and is forever 23.

 

If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information.

The special song written for our children’s birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.

Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!

www.gpshope.org

 

To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org.

Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose.

It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.

 

Tagged With: bereaved father, child loss, death of a child, encouragement after loss, Glen Lord, GPS Hope podcast, grief journey, grief support, grieving parents, healing after child loss, The Grief Toolbox, Walking Through Grief

November 19, 2024 by Laura Diehl 2 Comments

277: Navigating the Holidays After Child Loss (with Kim Peacock and Sara Nelson)

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The holidays can be absolutely brutal to those of us who have lost a child, especially those first few years. Even as we get further down the road, we never know how this time of year is going to affect us.

In today’s episode, Laura talks to two different pareavors on how they have navigated the holidays, both in the early years, and as they are now further down this path of being a bereaved parent and missing their child during the end-of-year holiday season.

 

Sara Faith Nelson taught elementary and middle school grades for 15 years. Now she enjoys pursuing her love of writing. The primary focus of her writing has always leaned toward themes of hope, faith, and trust in the goodness of God. Since the death of her daughter and only child, she writes about her grief journey and surviving a devastating loss. She continues to write about trusting in God’s goodness and grace while grappling with the hard questions. Sara and her husband, Dennis, live in Arizona.

Kim Peacock is the author of Victorious Heart, which details her handling of grief over the loss of her 17-year-old daughter. It also provides insightful advice for those seeking to support and help those who grieve. She has raised six children, residing with her husband, Larry in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. Kim is the CFO of Peacock Engineering, a cemetery construction company that specializes in cemetery improvement and expansion. Through her blog, Wild Victorious Heart, and her book and speaking, Kim acts as a grief mentor to others in need. She enjoys spending time with her several grandchildren, gardening and playing with the animals on her mini farm.

(Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)

Links Mentioned in this episode:

Click here for more info on Hope for the Future: An Advent Book for Bereaved Parents.

Connect with Kim with this link: www.wildvictoriousheart.com

Birthdays (November 17-30):

Lara Ann was born on November 17 and is forever 15.

Timothy Krawiec was born on November 17 and is forever 27.

Cord Ramsey Davis was born on November 18 and is forever 24.

Christian Story was born on November 18 and is forever 11.

Benjamin Krawiec was born on November 21 and is forever 32.

Logan Singer was born on November 21 and is forever 17.

Jacob LeTourneau was born on November 22 and is forever 21.

Melissa Sulikowski Hill was born on November 23 and is forever 38.

Cyrus Amado Salazar Jr. was born on November 26 and is forever 17.

Liam “Trip” Nugent was born on November 29 and is forever 21.

Raelyne Ten Bruggencate was born on November 29 and is forever 1.

Ginny Rettig was born on November 30 and is forever 21.

 

If you would like your child mentioned on the podcast the week of his or her birthday, click here to fill out the short form with the needed information.

The special song written for our children’s birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here.

Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE!

www.gpshope.org

 

To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org.

Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose.

It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.

Tagged With: bereaved parents, child loss, GPS Hope podcast, grief during holidays, grieving mother stories, holiday grief support, hope after child loss, Kim Peacock, pareavors, Sara Faith Nelson, surviving Christmas after loss

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