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Loyal Friend | 2:47

When Beth was abused by her own brother, she felt alone and afraid. She kept this secret and it tore her apart. Bethany finally confessed her pain to a leader at church camp and they told her parents. She was able to continue healing through the presence and encouragement of her friend, Bethany.

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When Storms Rage | 3:01

Christian had a great relationship with his dad—a relationship that felt more like best friends than father and son. But a battle with severe depression and chronic back pain plagued Christian’s dad. One day, Christian got an urgent call from his sister—his dad had committed suicide. Christian was crushed that his dad would do that to his family, and that God would allow this happen. After loving counsel from his youth pastor and wise words from Scripture, Christian saw that it was God he needed to run to, not from. He now sees that difficult season and is thankful for the growth God has done in his life through it. Now, Christian takes the opportunity to point others who face significant struggles to the hope they can find in God. This story can also be found in Decisions featuring Eric Mason. 

An Abusive Father is not the Heavenly One | 2:24

Courtney’s father was verbally abusive and told her that she should have been aborted. She felt worthless and fell into the party scene, looking for anything that would make her feel better. She heard people talk about God as a Father, but wondered how God could be a loving father when her father was so terrible.

Brittle Bones, Strong Heart | 3:51

Taylor Carpenter was born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, a condition giving her very fragile bones and from which she suffered many fractures and painful treatments. She often questioned why God would have made her this way and allowed all the pain in her life, but she knows that He has a purpose for her.

A Faithful Friend | 2:38

Missy had many “friends” try and use the fear of hell to coax her into believing in Jesus. But it was the true friendship of Emily, who stood by her in her hardest times, that eventually led her to the Lord.

Secret Temptations | 2:19

Being raised in the Christian home and in a Christian private school didn't keep JT from the temptation of pornography. Every time he asked God for forgiveness, but he continued in his secret shame. After confessing to some friends, he's found accountability and support.

An Abusive Dad | 2:21

In this real-life story, Rachel shares candidly about growing up with a father who was abusive toward her step-mom. She reveals how much his behavior scarred her. She wondered if God really cared and blamed a lot of things on God because of her dad.

The Power of Community | 3:39

After over eight years of infertility, Kristin and Randy got pregnant and had a beautiful baby girl. Soon after her birth, Regan was diagnosed with cancer. Listen as Kristin and Randy share what questions they had for God and how their small group walked beside them through every step of the way to remind that God was good and present. This story can also be found in the “Living Life Together” Bible Study featuring Shauna Niequist.

Grace Carries | 2:44

Where has suffering left scars? How has pain changed the way you see the world? In this dramatic illustration, watch and listen as one young girl describes what it feels like to live with pain, and how pain can open our eyes to grace. This illustration can also be found in the “Living Life Together” Bible Study featuring Shauna Niequist.

Harboring Hidden Sin | 2:47

Alex grew up in church, but as he got older, he got into online porn. It progressed into something all-consuming. He knew his behavior was wrong, but justified it by comparing it to things that, in his mind, were much worse. He kept going to church like nothing was going on, but would look at pornography as soon as he got home. Feelings of guilt and the weight associated with his sin laid on him. He was frightened of letting anyone know about his struggle, fearing what they would think of him. However, when he did finally share his struggle with other believers, he felt a weight lifted. This story can also be found in Decisions featuring Eric Mason. 

Losing Soccer and Memories | 2:42

Heather lived to play soccer, but a head injury left her with a concussion and ended her soccer career. The doctorscould not fix her, so she was mad at God for allowing this to happen. Over time she regained her faith in God, and that’s what got her through.