Faith to Feel

Host Testimonial: God Directs our Paths

In this testimonial, Dr. Geneus  offers behind the podcast information about the inaugural series Grieving Out Loud and shares reflections about the ways God creatively leads us beyond our expectations when we draw nearer to Him.  Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8RGIduTXOz] Show Notes: Music Composed and Performed by Aaron Geneus Bible Scriptures to Comfort the Grieving: Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. John 16:22 So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. Psalm 68:5 A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. Isaiah 66:13 ”As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.” Psalm 34: 18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Revelation 21:4 ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Philippians 4:13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS): “Did you have a child?”

After her newborn daughter Jordan died of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), Erica Banks experienced a fog of disbelief for years, unsure how she managed to go on living. Erica shares with Dr. Geneus the ways many might suffer in silence when they are confronted with questions, such as, “Did you have a child?”  With few memories to account for an infant’s life, Erica Banks explains why it can be difficult to find safe spaces to grieve and offers advice about ways to support grieving parents, even long after the death of their child. Erica’s faith helped her feel the loss of her daughter and find joy again.  Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8RGIduTXOz] Show Notes: Music Composed and Performed by Aaron Geneus Bible Scriptures to Comfort the Grieving: Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. John 16:22 So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. Psalm 68:5 A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. Isaiah 66:13 ”As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.” Psalm 34: 18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Revelation 21:4 ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Philippians 4:13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

He Died (Un)Expectedly Sunday while Conducting Easter Service

Dr. Erica (Butcher) Geneus’ grandfather Rev. Lewis Butcher’s obituary stated he died  “unexpectedly Sunday, while conducting Easter service” on April 18, 1965 at Haga Mission church in Stewart, OH.  In this special episode, Dr. Geneus and her brother, historian David Butcher, share their conversation with their uncle Rev. John Butcher and stories told by other family members. This testimony will inspire your faith about the ways we can experience and discern the voice of God. Episode Notes: Lyrics to the Hymn "Follow Me:" https://spiritualhymns.weebly.com/follow-me.html [https://spiritualhymns.weebly.com/follow-me.html] Lyrics to the Hymn "Meet Me There:" https://spiritualhymns.weebly.com/meet-me-there.html [https://spiritualhymns.weebly.com/meet-me-there.html] Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8RGIduTXOz] Show Notes: Music Composed and Performed by Aaron Geneus Bible Scriptures to Comfort the Grieving: Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. John 16:22 So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. Psalm 68:5 A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. Isaiah 66:13 ”As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.” Psalm 34: 18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Revelation 21:4 ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Philippians 4:13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

Finding the Blessing in Goodbye: Grieving the Death of a Marriage

“Not only did I lose a mate, but a part of me died.” Never imagining divorce, and trying to avoid public scrutiny, Erica Banks wrestled with feelings of shock, anger, and shame. Hoping her testimony will encourage others, Erica shares her process of moving from internalizing blame to finding the “blessing in goodbye.” Her conversation with Dr. Geneus sheds light on divorce experiences and offers hope to those grappling with feelings of disappointment and loss.  Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8RGIduTXOz] Show Notes: Music Composed and Performed by Aaron Geneus Bible Scriptures to Comfort the Grieving: Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. John 16:22 So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. Psalm 68:5 A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. Isaiah 66:13 ”As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.” Psalm 34: 18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Revelation 21:4 ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Philippians 4:13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

25 Years Later: A Son’s Journey Grieving the Death of an Estranged Father

In this episode of the podcast, Bretton Williams shares his experiences grieving his estranged father, whom he hadn’t spoken with in 25 years. He recounts the difficult questions he faced when trying to grieve someone with whom he had a complicated and broken relationship. He offers candid suggestions about confronting unanswered questions while working towards a better emotional state when a loved one whose estranged dies.  Episode Notes:  NY Times article: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/05/well/family/grief-family-estrangement.html?smid=url-share [https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/05/well/family/grief-family-estrangement.html?smid=url-share] Amy Morin's (LCSW)  Book "Thirteen Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do:" https://amymorinlcsw.com/books-by-amy-morin/  [https://amymorinlcsw.com/books-by-amy-morin/] Dr. Edith Eger’s books: www.dreditheger.com [http://www.dreditheger.com] Support the show [https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8RGIduTXOz] Show Notes: Music Composed and Performed by Aaron Geneus Bible Scriptures to Comfort the Grieving: Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. John 16:22 So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. Psalm 68:5 A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. Isaiah 66:13 ”As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.” Psalm 34: 18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Revelation 21:4 ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Philippians 4:13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.