For the first time ever, The Lighthouse Podcast goes on the road to record an episode while on a week-long seaside retreat. Our guest today is Jordan and Mindi Linscombe from Colorado. Jordan and Mindi have four kids - Bear (13 years old), Brody (10 years old), Blake (8 years old), and Brooklyn (5 years old). The Linscombe family loves serving with Lighthouse on retreats, and we love having them!
In 2015, they started noticing things weren't right with Brody. One side of his neck was much larger than the other side. After going through a few rounds of antibiotics from the pediatrician, they decided to go to Children's Hospital Colorado. Ultimately, it was there that he was diagnosed with Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. In hindsight, they found out that If they didn't take him to the hospital when they did, he would have died in two weeks. Jordan and Mindi share that the importance of listening to your gut is vital.
Along the journey, Jordan and Mindi experienced anxiety, panic attacks, and loss of control. But they also experienced good counseling, community, and hope. Jordan shares a phrase that has helped them, and they share it with many other families they are blessed to walk with. Here's the phrase - "Fear tells us "what if," but faith tells us "even if."'
In closing, Mindi shared the importance of finding a church community so you don't walk alone and in isolation. She also gives permission to ask for help when needed, as people really want to help you! Jordan shares advice about making sure to touch and smell something real daily. This helps you stay grounded in the journey amidst our digital world.
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