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Grieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss49| The World Says ‘Move On’—But Christian Grief Support Says This InsteadThe World Says ‘Move On’—But Christian Grief Support Says This Instead
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When the world tells you to “move on” or “just stay busy,” it can leave your grieving heart feeling unseen and unsupported. In this deeply faith-filled episode, Kaitlyn shares why Christian grief support offers something profoundly different—something rooted in God’s promises, not platitudes.
Through her own experience of losing her dad and walking through the valley of sorrow, Kaitlyn uncovers the hope, healing, and presence of Christ in grief. You’ll learn why true healing doesn’t come from avoidance or distracti...2025-07-2109 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss48| Are You Grieving Wrong? The Truth About the 5 Stages of GriefAre You Grieving Wrong? The Truth About the 5 Stages of Grief
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If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I grieving the right way?” or felt stuck in emotions like anger, numbness, or sorrow long after others think you should be “over it”—this episode will meet you right where you are. In this heartfelt conversation, we break down the truth about the 5 stages of grief and what they really look like for Christian women navigating grief and loss, especially after parent loss.
Through personal stories, biblical wisdom, and gentle encouragement, we’ll explore how grief is n...2025-07-1409 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss47| 5 Stages of Grief—How to Process Grief Biblically and Heal After Losing a Loved One5 Stages of Grief—How to Process Grief Biblically and Heal After Losing a Loved One
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Have you ever wondered if your grief is normal or felt overwhelmed by emotions that come in waves? In this powerful episode, we explore the 5 classic stages of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance—but through the lens of Scripture and hope in Christ. You’ll discover how these stages show up in real life, what the Bible teaches about them, and how to invite God into your healing journey.
I share my personal story of losing my dad a...2025-07-0711 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss46| Is 3 Days Enough? What No One Tells You About Grief, Bereavement Leave, and Returning to Work Too SoonIs 3 Days Enough? What No One Tells You About Grief, Bereavement Leave, and Returning to Work Too Soon
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When you’ve just lost a parent, how are you supposed to jump back into work like nothing happened? In this heartfelt episode, Kaitlyn opens up about her own experience navigating work after the sudden death of her father and shares biblical encouragement and practical steps for approaching bereavement leave with honesty and grace.
If you've ever felt pressure to "be okay" when your world is falling apart, this conversation is for you. Learn what be...2025-06-3009 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss45| Is It Okay to Question God in Grief? How Lament Leads to Healing After Losing a Loved OneIs It Okay to Question God in Grief? How Lament Leads to Healing After Losing a Loved One
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If you’ve ever whispered through tears, “God, where are You?”—this episode is for you. In this raw and faith-filled conversation, we explore the Prayer of Lament, a deeply biblical yet often overlooked way to process grief and pain with God. Especially for Christian women navigating grief after the loss of a parent, this episode gives you permission to be honest in your faith—even when it feels messy.
Through the example of Jesus’ own cry on t...2025-06-2308 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss44| Still Anxious After Praying? The Anxiety Bible Verses You’ve Never Truly Applied (But Desperately Need To)Still Anxious After Praying? The Anxiety Bible Verses You’ve Never Truly Applied (But Desperately Need To)
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If you’ve ever prayed for peace but still felt the heavy weight of anxiety, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. In this powerful and compassionate episode, we explore Anxiety Bible Verses not just as words to memorize, but as lifelines to hold onto when grief, fear, and overwhelm feel all-consuming.
You’ll hear a deeply personal story about navigating anxiety after the loss of a parent and how Scripture became more than just comfort...2025-06-1612 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss43| The Lies Grief Tells You—Overcoming Limiting Beliefs After Parent LossThe Lies Grief Tells You—Overcoming Limiting Beliefs After Parent Loss
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Grief doesn’t just break our hearts—it whispers lies that try to break our identity, our hope, and our faith. If you’ve ever thought, “I should be further along,” or “I’m too broken to be used by God,” this episode was made for you.
In today’s heartfelt conversation, we uncover the limiting beliefs grief plants after the loss of a parent—and how to break free using biblical truth. Through Scripture, personal reflection, and practical steps, you’ll be reminded that your he...2025-06-0909 min
Grieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss42| Her Husband Died… But Her Faith Didn’t. A Raw Conversation on Grief, God, and Holding On with Mary Helen Smock (Part 2)Her Husband Died… But Her Faith Didn’t. A Raw Conversation on Grief, God, and Holding On with Mary Helen Smock (Part 2)
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What does it look like to trust God when your heart is shattered?
In this tender and powerful conversation, I sit down with my dear friend Mary Helen Smock—a wife, mother, and woman of unwavering faith—to hear her story of grief and loss, and more importantly, God’s sustaining grace. After losing her husband, Mary could have chosen bitterness, isolation, or silence. But instead, she chose to lean in. Into her f...2025-06-0439 min
Grieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss41| How Do You Trust God After Losing Your Husband? Mary Helen Smock’s Story of Unshakable Faith (Part 1)How Do You Trust God After Losing Your Husband? Mary Helen Smock’s Story of Unshakable Faith (Part 1)
Summary of the Episode:
What does it look like to trust God when your heart is shattered?
In this tender and powerful conversation, I sit down with my dear friend Mary Helen Smock—a wife, mother, and woman of unwavering faith—to hear her story of grief and loss, and more importantly, God’s sustaining grace. After losing her husband, Mary could have chosen bitterness, isolation, or silence. But instead, she chose to lean in. Into her faith. Into communit...2025-06-0236 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss40| Saying ‘No’ Without Guilt: Protecting Your Energy While GrievingSaying ‘No’ Without Guilt: Protecting Your Energy While Grieving
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Ever feel like you're saying “yes” to everyone else while silently saying “no” to yourself? In this final episode of the Boundaries Series, Kaitlyn unpacks the emotional cost of overcommitting while grieving and why protecting your energy isn’t selfish—it’s sacred. If you’ve been trying to hold it all together after losing a parent, this conversation offers the permission slip your heart’s been craving.
Through honest storytelling and biblical encouragement, you’ll learn why saying “no” is a form of healing, not failure. Kaitly...2025-05-2810 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss39| When They Won’t Respect Your Boundaries: How to Protect Your Peace After LossWhen They Won’t Respect Your Boundaries: How to Protect Your Peace After Loss
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Have you ever left a conversation feeling dismissed, unseen, or even hurt—and wondered if protecting your heart makes you a “bad Christian”? In this powerful episode of our Boundaries Series, Kaitlyn speaks directly to the woman navigating grief while trying to honor God and protect her peace.
With authenticity and grace, she shares her own story of wrestling with people-pleasing and the turning point where God reminded her: “You’re allowed to protect your heart.” You’ll discover biblical truths...2025-05-2610 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss38| Are You Holding Yourself Back? Setting Boundaries to Heal After LossAre You Holding Yourself Back? Setting Boundaries to Heal After Loss
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Are you unintentionally standing in the way of your own healing? In this soul-stirring episode, Kaitlyn invites you to explore the often-overlooked power of setting boundaries with yourself—especially when you're grieving. While it’s common to think of boundaries as something we set with others, the truth is, some of the most transformational boundaries begin within.
Through biblical wisdom, personal reflection, and compassionate guidance, Kaitlyn shares how internal boundaries can help you lead yourself with grace, guard your heart, and stop self...2025-05-2110 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss37| When Grief Pulls You Away from God: Setting Boundaries to Rebuild Your FaithWhen Grief Pulls You Away from God: Setting Boundaries to Rebuild Your Faith
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Grief has a way of numbing our hearts and creating distance between us and the very God who can heal us. In this deeply honest episode, Kaitlyn shares her personal journey of spiritual disconnection after losing her dad—and how seemingly harmless distractions like Netflix became barriers to true healing.
This episode gently guides you through the process of setting spiritual boundaries in your season of grief so you can reconnect with God in practical, grace-filled ways. Whether you’ve felt...2025-05-1910 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss36| Dating After Loss—Setting Boundaries in Dating While GrievingDating After Loss—Setting Boundaries in Dating While Grieving
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Dating after the loss of a parent can feel like uncharted territory. You might wonder if it’s even okay to desire love again—especially when your heart is still healing. In this powerful episode, Kaitlyn opens up about her own experience navigating dating in the midst of grief and how it led her to unexpected emotional wake-up calls.
You’ll learn how grief impacts your relationships, why guarding your heart is both biblical and necessary, and how to recognize whether your desire for connecti...2025-05-1410 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss35| Grieving Differently? Setting Boundaries with Family Who Don’t Get ItGrieving Differently? Setting Boundaries with Family Who Don’t Get It
Summary of the Episode
Ever feel like you’re grieving in a room full of people who just don’t get it—especially your family? In this heartfelt episode, Kaitlyn shares how to navigate the emotional tension that comes when your grief journey doesn’t match those around you. If you’ve been misunderstood, pressured to “move on,” or made to feel weak for your pain, this conversation will meet you right where you are.
This episode (Part 3 in our Boundaries Series) offers powerful biblical truth, a practical comm...2025-05-1210 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss34| Jesus Set Boundaries—Why Aren’t You? Biblical Truths for Guilt-Free Boundaries🎙 Episode 34: Jesus Set Boundaries—Why Aren’t You? Biblical Truths for Guilt-Free Boundaries
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If you’ve ever felt guilty for needing space while grieving—or like saying “no” makes you a bad Christian—this episode is here to set you free. In Part 2 of our Boundaries Series, we’re digging into how Jesus Himself modeled holy, healthy boundaries without guilt or apology. From walking away from demands to confronting dysfunction with truth, Jesus shows us that setting limits isn’t selfish—it’s sacred.
Together, we’ll explore Scripture-based encouragement to help you set Spirit-led boundaries that protect your peace, guard...2025-05-0713 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss33| Still Drowning in Grief? This Is Why You Need Boundaries—Not Just PrayerStill Drowning in Grief? This Is Why You Need Boundaries—Not Just Prayer
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If you’ve ever felt emotionally exhausted while grieving—like you're carrying everyone else’s pain on top of your own—this episode is for you. We’re kicking off a brand-new series for Mental Health Awareness Month on boundaries, and why they’re essential to your healing. Learn how to set God-honoring boundaries that make space for peace, restoration, and emotional safety—without guilt or fear. Discover the freedom that comes when you say “yes” to what God is doing within you and “no” to what’s pulling you aw...2025-05-0510 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss32| Feeling Alone in Grief? How to Navigate Friendships While Processing GriefFeeling Alone in Grief? How to Navigate Friendships While Processing Grief
Losing a parent is already one of the hardest experiences to navigate—but what happens when your friendships start to feel distant or even strained in the process? Grief has a way of reshaping relationships, and it can leave you feeling abandoned, frustrated, or completely alone.
In this episode, we talk about how to navigate friendships while grieving—how to extend grace when people don’t understand, set healthy boundaries to protect your heart, and find the right community for this season. If you’ve ever felt lik...2025-04-3010 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss31| If God Is Good, Why Am I Hurting? Finding Hope in His Unchanging NatureIf God Is Good, Why Am I Hurting? Finding Hope in His Unchanging Nature
Grief has a way of shaking everything we thought we knew about God. If He is truly good, why does He allow suffering? Why does loss feel so unbearable? In today’s episode, we wrestle with these hard questions and explore the tension between God’s goodness and our pain.
You’ll hear a personal story of how a well-meaning but misguided phrase led me to walk away from church—and how God gently brought me back. We’ll dive into the book of Job, wh...2025-04-2811 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss30| Feeling Far From God After Parent Loss? Why Your Feelings Are Lying to YouFeeling Far From God After Parent Loss? Why Your Feelings Are Lying to You
Grief has a way of making God feel distant. You pray, but it seems like your words hit the ceiling. You read Scripture, but it doesn’t bring the comfort it once did. You wonder, “God, where are You?”
If you’ve ever wrestled with these thoughts, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: Your feelings are real, but they are not always telling you the truth. God has not left you—grief is just loud. In this episode, we’ll unpack how grief...2025-04-2311 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss29| Does Going to Therapy Mean You Don’t Trust God? Processing Grief & Faith After Parent LossDoes Going to Therapy Mean You Don’t Trust God? Processing Grief & Faith After Parent Loss
If you’ve ever wondered, Does going to therapy mean I don’t trust God enough?—you’re not alone. Many Christians wrestle with this question, especially when grieving. But is this belief actually biblical?
In this episode, we’re breaking down the misconceptions around faith and therapy, looking at what Scripture really says, and exploring how God often works through people—including therapists—to bring healing. You’ll hear a personal story of how therapy changed my grief journey and why seeking help i...2025-04-2108 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss28| Finding Meaning in Their Memory: Knowing Your Parent’s Life MatteredFinding Meaning in Their Memory: Knowing Your Parent’s Life Mattered
If you've ever wondered, “Did my parent’s life really matter?”—you are not alone. Grief can stir deep questions about meaning, impact, and legacy. In this episode, we’ll unpack how your parent’s life mattered—to you, to others, and most importantly, to God.
You’ll discover how grief itself is proof of their significance, why their impact extends beyond what you can see, and how God’s eternal perspective gives ultimate meaning to their life. By the end, my prayer is that you’ll find peace, perspec...2025-04-1608 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss27| Still Stuck in Grief? What Pixar’s UP! Teaches Us About Moving Forward After Parent LossStill Stuck in Grief? What Pixar’s UP! Teaches Us About Moving Forward After Parent Loss
Have you ever felt like life stopped the moment your parent passed away? Like you’ve been frozen in grief, unsure of how to move forward? You’re not alone.
In today’s episode, we’re taking a surprising look at the Pixar movie UP!—a story that beautifully mirrors the grief journey. Carl, the main character, loses his beloved wife, Ellie, and becomes trapped in his pain. But his story doesn’t end there, and neither does yours. Through Carl’s journey—and, m...2025-04-1408 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss26| Tired of Grieving Alone? How Community Brings Healing and Hope!Tired of Grieving Alone? How Community Brings Healing and Hope!
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Grief can be an incredibly isolating experience, making you feel like no one truly understands your pain. Maybe you’ve convinced yourself that withdrawing is easier—that keeping your grief to yourself will prevent you from being a burden. But the truth is, God never intended for you to grieve alone.
In this episode, we explore the healing power of community—why God designed us for connection, how letting others in can bring comfort and restoration, and what you can do if you’re struggling to find sup...2025-04-0909 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss25| Still Struggling with Grief? How to Break Free from the Lies Holding You BackStill Struggling with Grief? How to Break Free from the Lies Holding You Back
Grief has a way of planting deep-seated lies in our hearts—lies that whisper, “You should be over this by now,” or “You’ll never feel joy again.” But what if those thoughts aren’t the truth? In this episode, we’re breaking free from the enemy’s deception by identifying the lies we’ve believed, replacing them with God’s truth, and speaking that truth until it transforms our hearts.
If you’ve ever felt like your grief defines you or that healing is out of reach...2025-04-0709 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss24b| A 30-Minute Silent Meditation in God’s Presence24b| A 30-Minute Silent Meditation in God’s Presence
In the stillness, God speaks. This special episode is a guided opportunity for you to step away from the noise and simply be with the Lord. No words. No distractions. Just 30 minutes of uninterrupted silence to quiet your heart, rest in His presence, and open yourself to His peace.
Use this time to reflect, pray, or simply breathe in His love. Whether you're grieving, seeking direction, or longing to hear His voice, let this space be a sacred moment between you and God.
How to Use This Me...2025-04-0230 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss24a| Struggling to Hear God? How Silence Before the Lord Changes Everything!Struggling to Hear God? How Silence Before the Lord Changes Everything
When grief overwhelms you, does God feel distant? Do your prayers feel empty, as if they’re met with silence? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore the power of stillness before the Lord—how choosing silence can deepen your faith, bring peace in the storm, and open your heart to hear God more clearly.
Through personal testimony and biblical wisdom, we’ll look at Revelation 8:1, where even heaven pauses in silence before God. If stillness is a sacred act in heaven, what could it mean...2025-04-0210 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss23| Feeling Isolated in Your Grief? What Pixar’s Lilo & Stitch Teaches Us About Loss and BelongingFeeling Like an Outsider in Your Grief? What Pixar’s Lilo & Stitch Can Teach Us About Loss, Faith, and Found Family
Have you ever felt like grief has made you an outsider—like people don’t know what to say, so they just keep their distance? Maybe you feel like the weight of your loss has changed you so much that even your closest friends don’t quite understand anymore. If so, you’re not alone.
In this episode, we’re drawing lessons from Lilo & Stitch, a movie that unexpectedly mirrors the realities of grief. Lilo, a young girl w...2025-03-3108 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss22| Feeling Like a Stranger to Yourself? Processing Grief and Embracing Who You Are NowFeeling Like a Stranger to Yourself? Processing Grief and Embracing Who You Are Now
Have you ever looked in the mirror and felt like a stranger to yourself? Like the person you used to be disappeared the moment grief entered your life? Losing a parent is more than just emotional pain—it can feel like it rewrites who we are. If you’ve ever grieved the version of yourself that existed before loss, this episode is for you.
In today’s conversation, we’re exploring how grief changes our personality, why this transformation happens, and how God is still...2025-03-2607 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss21| Why You Feel So Alone In Your Grief & How God’s Presence Changes EverythingLoneliness is something we all experience, but when you're grieving, it can feel even more overwhelming. After losing my dad, I went through a season of extreme isolation, feeling like no one truly understood my pain. But everything changed when I started spending time in God's presence—I discovered a peace that didn’t make sense, a peace that carried me through my grief.
In this episode, we’re diving into why loneliness feels so heavy, how God’s presence brings comfort in the middle of it, and practical ways you can experience His nearness today. If you're f...2025-03-2408 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss20| Think Serving Others Is Just for Them? The Shocking Ways It Transforms You Instead!Grief can make you feel stuck, isolated, and unsure of how to move forward. But what if the key to healing is shifting your focus outward? In today’s episode, we’re exploring the incredible, life-changing benefits of serving others. I’ll share my personal journey of how serving on a worship team and stepping into evangelism not only restored my faith but also led to unexpected blessings, deep friendships, and the discovery of my spiritual gifts.
If you’ve been feeling lost or weighed down by grief, this episode will show you how serving can bring healing...2025-03-1909 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent LossGrieve with Christ After Loss Trailer2025-03-1701 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss19| Struggling with Panic Attacks? What Inside Out 2 Gets Right (and Wrong) About Anxiety & How to Find Real ReliefIn this episode, we dive deep into one of the most powerful moments in Inside Out 2—Riley’s panic attack in the penalty box. This scene beautifully captures what a panic attack looks like on the outside and, more importantly, what it feels like on the inside. We’ll break down why panic attacks happen, how anxiety tries to protect us (even when it overwhelms us), and practical steps to regain control. If you’ve ever felt like your anxiety is too much to handle, this episode will give you tools to navigate those moments with both compassion and accounta...2025-03-1711 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss18| "Feeling Overwhelmed? Why 'God Won’t Give You More Than You Can Handle' Isn’t the Truth (and What to Rely on Instead)”Have you ever been told, “God won’t give you more than you can handle”? While it may sound comforting, it’s actually one of the most misleading pieces of advice out there. In this episode, we unpack why this phrase isn’t biblical, what God actually says about suffering, and how to find true strength when life feels overwhelming. If you’ve ever felt like your struggles are too much to bear, this episode will remind you that you were never meant to carry them alone—because God can handle what you can’t.
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Why the ph...2025-03-1210 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss17| Still Carrying Childhood Pain? How to Heal Your Inner Child After LossGrief doesn’t just affect who we are today—it stirs up wounds from our past, often wounds we didn’t even realize were there. After coaching women through the loss of a parent, I’ve noticed a common theme: everyone has an inner child in need of healing. In this episode, we’ll explore what the “inner child” really is, why healing these past wounds is essential for your emotional and spiritual well-being, and how you can begin this journey toward peace and wholeness. Plus, I’ll share how coaching can support you in this process so you don’t have to do...2025-03-1008 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss16| Lost Friendships After Grief? 5 Steps to Rekindle Connections Without GuiltGrief changes everything—including friendships. If you’ve ever felt abandoned by friends during your hardest moments and struggled to reconnect after loss, this episode is for you. We’ll dive into why friendships sometimes fade in grief, how to rebuild those relationships, and practical steps you can take today to reconnect. Healing broken friendships takes time, but God can restore what was lost.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why grief often strains friendships.
How to take the first step in reconnecting with old friends.
The importance of grace, patience, and prayer in rebuilding relationships.
Why differen...2025-03-0508 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss15| Think God Abandoned You in Grief? What the Bible Really Says About His FaithfulnessGrief can feel overwhelming, isolating, and never-ending. But the Bible reminds us that we are never alone in our sorrow. In this episode, we explore what Scripture says about grief, how Jesus himself experienced deep sorrow, and how God’s faithfulness meets us right where we are. Through the story of Lazarus in John 11, we see that Jesus not only knew the miracle He would perform, but He also took the time to weep with Mary and Martha—showing His deep compassion for those who grieve.
If you are in a season of loss, know that God is n...2025-03-0310 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss14| How to Support a Friend After They Lose a Parent: What You Need to KnowLosing a parent is one of the most devastating experiences a person can go through, and knowing how to support a grieving friend can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I share my personal journey of losing my dad at 19 and what I wish my friends had known during that time. You’ll learn what to say (and what not to say), how to show up in meaningful ways, and practical ways to care for your friend as they navigate their grief. Whether you’ve lost a loved one yourself or want to be a better friend to someone who has...2025-02-2410 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss13| Breaking Free from 'What Ifs': Letting Go of Guilt in GriefDo you find yourself stuck in a cycle of regret, wondering, What if I had done more? I should have called more… I should have visited more… If so, you’re not alone. Guilt is a common part of grief, but it’s not something God wants you to carry. In this episode, we explore how to break free from the ‘what ifs’ and step into God’s peace. Through Scripture, we’ll uncover the truth about guilt, God’s sovereignty, and how to release the past into His hands.
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Why guilt in grief is not from...2025-02-1910 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss12| Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?Have you ever wondered, Why do bad things happen to good people? It’s one of the most difficult questions we wrestle with, especially when life feels unfair. In today’s episode, we unpack deep theological truths to bring clarity and hope in the midst of suffering. We'll explore God's character, the nature of creation, the paradox of evil, free will, and the path to redemption. If you’ve ever struggled to reconcile pain with God’s goodness, this episode will help you see suffering through the lens of Scripture and eternal hope.
What You’ll Learn
Why understand...2025-02-1715 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss11| Overcoming the Fear of Sharing Your Story: 3 Levels of Vulnerability to Help You StartDo you ever feel like sharing your story is overwhelming? Like the weight of your experiences is too much to open up about? In today’s episode, we’re breaking it all down and exploring how to share your story in a way that feels safe, authentic, and impactful.
You don’t have to share everything with everyone. In fact, not all parts of your story are meant for public ears—and that’s okay! I’ll walk you through three layers of storytelling:
The Things You’ll Never Share: How to give yourself permission to keep certain p...2025-02-1207 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss10| Healing Before Dating: Why Grief and Love Require Separate JourneysIn this episode of Friends with Christ After Loss, Kaitlyn shares her personal story of waiting on God’s timing for love and why healing your heart after loss is essential before stepping into a new relationship. She opens up about the importance of becoming a whole person, grounded in faith, before inviting someone else into your life in such a significant way.
Through her journey of grief, healing, and love, Kaitlyn reflects on how dedicating time to grow her faith and serve in ministry prepared her for a marriage built on a strong foundation. She encourages li...2025-02-1007 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss9| How to Read Your Bible and Truly Hear from God: A Step-by-Step Guide to Deepening Your FaithHave you ever felt disconnected when reading the Bible? Maybe you wonder how to truly hear God speak through His Word. In this episode of Friends with Christ After Loss, Kaitlyn breaks down four simple and practical steps to help you engage with Scripture in a deeper, more meaningful way. Whether you’re longing for guidance, comfort, or clarity, these tips will help you create space to connect with God and hear His voice.
What You’ll Learn:
Why inviting the Holy Spirit into your Bible reading is essential.
The power of reading Scripture out loud and...2025-02-0510 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss8| 10 Meaningful Ways to Honor Your Loved One on Their Death AnniversaryThe death anniversary of a loved one can be a deeply emotional and sacred day. In this episode, Kaitlyn shares 10 meaningful ways to honor your loved one on this tender day. Whether it’s creating space for joy, reflecting quietly, or connecting with family, Kaitlyn offers practical and heartfelt ideas to help you navigate the mix of emotions that come with remembering someone you’ve lost.
What You’ll Learn
Why laughter and joy are important, even on a difficult day.
Meaningful ways to honor your loved one’s memory, from releasing lanterns to revisiting special places.
How to share...2025-02-0308 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss7| How Losing a Loved One Changes Your Conversations: Navigating Grief Through CommunicationGrief doesn’t just change your perspective on life—it transforms the way you communicate with others. In this episode, Kaitlyn explores how losing a loved one often deepens your desire for meaningful connections and changes the nature of your conversations. She shares practical tips for navigating this shift and embracing the unique opportunity to connect with others on a deeper level.
What You’ll Learn
Why grief often leads to a desire for deeper, more meaningful conversations.
How to navigate changes in communication while staying true to your new perspective.
Tips for creating meaningful connections through listening, questi...2025-01-2909 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss6| How to Trust God Again After Losing Someone You LoveLosing someone you love can shake your faith and leave you questioning God’s goodness. In this episode, Kaitlyn shares her personal journey of rebuilding trust in God after loss. Through her raw and real story, she offers four actionable steps to help you begin the healing process and restore your faith—even when it feels impossible.
What You’ll Learn
How grief can impact your relationship with God.
Why being honest with God is key to rebuilding trust.
The importance of recognizing God’s presence in small, everyday moments.
Practical steps to strengthen your faith and move forward...2025-01-2706 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss5| 4 Powerful Ways to Start Sharing Your Grief Story and Inspire HealingSharing your grief story can feel daunting, but it’s also one of the most powerful steps toward healing. In this episode, Kaitlyn offers four practical ways to begin sharing your story—even if it feels scary. Through her own experience of opening up about her grief, she shows how sharing can bring healing to you and hope to others. Tune in for encouragement and actionable steps to start sharing your story today.
What You’ll Learn
Why sharing your grief story is essential for healing and connection.
Four simple yet impactful ways to begin sharing your story.
How pr...2025-01-2206 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss4| 7 Steps to Overcome Guilt and Allow Yourself to Move ForwardIn this episode of Friends with Christ After Loss, we’re tackling the heavy burden of guilt after loss. Have you ever felt guilty for living when your loved one couldn’t? Or for not “living enough” while stuck in grief? Kaitlyn shares her personal journey of wrestling with guilt after losing her dad and offers 7 practical steps to help you release guilt and move forward with peace and purpose. Discover how to honor your loved one’s memory while embracing the fullness of life that God has for you.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why movi...2025-01-2007 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss3| Where was God when I needed Him most?Have you ever asked, “Where was God when I needed Him most?” It’s a question that many of us wrestle with during life’s darkest seasons—through loss, grief, anxiety, or depression. In this heartfelt episode of Friends with Christ After Loss, Kaitlyn dives deep into this difficult question, sharing her personal journey and exploring the story of Job from the Bible. You’ll discover how God shows up in our pain, why He’s always near, and how inviting Him into your grief can lead to healing and hope.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Ho...2025-01-1508 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss2| Why Sharing Your Story Helps Others Heal TooWelcome back to Friends with Christ After Loss! In today’s heartfelt episode, we’re diving into the incredible power of storytelling. Sharing your story isn’t just about healing yourself—it’s about creating hope and connection for others who feel alone in their grief. I’ll share personal moments from my own journey and explore how God can use our pain to comfort others. Whether you’re ready to share your story or still figuring things out, this episode will remind you that your voice matters and that your story is powerful—even in its unfinished state.
What You’l...2025-01-1507 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent Loss1| My Journey Through Grief Losing My Dad as a Teenager and Finding Faith AgainIn today’s episode, I’m sharing the story that changed my life forever—the loss of my dad. From one of the best Thanksgivings ever to the heartbreak of losing him just weeks later, I’ll take you back to December 10, 2013, and the journey that followed. It’s a story of grief, anger, and questioning God. But it’s also a story of hope, healing, and finding my way back to the Lord. If you’ve ever felt like your world was crumbling after losing someone you love, this episode is for you.
What You’ll Learn in...2025-01-0805 minGrieve with Christ After Loss | Christian Grief Support, Processing Grief, Faith After Loss, Healing After Losing a Loved One, Parent LossWelcome to Friends with Christ after Loss: Finding Faith and Hope in GriefWelcome to Friends with Christ After Loss, the podcast designed to help young Christian women rebuild their relationship with God while navigating grief. Hosted by Kaitlyn, this space is where faith, healing, and hope intersect as we explore how to trust God again after experiencing the deep pain of losing a loved one.
In this short trailer, Kaitlyn shares her heart behind starting this podcast and what you can expect from future episodes. Whether you’re questioning God’s presence in your life, feeling overwhelmed by grief, or simply searching for a community of women who understand, this...2025-01-0803 min