Breaking Through with Grace Graber

An Honest Conversation about Grief, Loss, and Suicide | Brooke Benedict

WARNING: Sensitive topics are discussed in this episode. Why is it so hard for Christians to talk about suicide? This week on Breaking Through, Grace sits down with Christian A&R Manager and Recording Academy member Brooke Benedict. Brooke shares with Grace how she broke through immense grief and unanswered questions after her father took his own life by reframing her understanding of loss and learning to share her story in order to help others. New episodes release every Wednesday, so be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! CHAPTERS:  * 3:41 — Brooke’s story of losing her dad * 6:05 — Learning how to tell a story of loss * 13:50 — Why it’s so hard for Christians to talk about suicide * 17:43 — What to do if you’re struggling (talk about it) * 23:38 — How to spot the signs of someone who may need help * 27:48 — The intentionality of the Lord — and why He wants you to STAY * 31:36 — For anyone who’s lost someone… RESOURCES:  Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988 (Available 24/7 for free, confidential, judgment-free support. You can call, text, or chat 988 if you are thinking about suicide, experiencing emotional distress, or supporting someone who may be in crisis.)   If you are thinking about ending your life, about suicide, you may feel caught between wanting the pain to stop and still hoping things can get better. That struggle can feel exhausting and overwhelming, but you do not have to face it alone. Support is available right now, and talking with someone can help you get through this moment.   The K-LOVE / Air1 Pastoral Care Team is available 24/7 at (800)434-8400 for free, confidential, Biblically based assistance and prayer. Ordained pastors and ministers can offer biblical counsel, crisis intervention, life and faith resources, guidance, and prayer.

Let’s Talk About Christians and Medication | Matt Hammitt

Have you ever wondered if medication could be right for you? This week on Breaking Through, Grace sits down with speaker, author, and Christian singer-songwriter Matt Hammitt. Matt shares with Grace how he broke through a series of difficult life transitions by learning to better understand his own feelings and emotions — both with and without the help of SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). New episodes release every Wednesday, so be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!   CHAPTERS:  * 2:55 — Writing music, speaking, and more * 9:08 — First encounters with SSRIs * 14:26 — Personal journeys with taking medication * 20:55 — How Matt wrote his most vulnerable song * 24:56 — Matt's "interesting relationship" with his own emotions * 27:40 — If you’re wondering how to get help... * 33:20 — You're only as sick as your secrets   RESOURCES:  * AccessMore Prayer Line: (800)434-8400

How a Diagnosis Saved My Life

Do you feel bound by trauma? This week on Breaking Through, Grace shares how she broke through the effects of several traumatic events in childhood by receiving a CPTSD diagnosis that helped her understand what was going on in her brain — and accept that she’s no less of a Christian because of it.   New episodes release every Wednesday, so be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! CHAPTERS:  * 1:16 — Why we NEED to talk about trauma * 2:56 — PTSD vs. CPTSD * 7:50 — How a diagnosis allowed for a relationship with Christ * 11:16 — What’s really happening in the traumatized brain * 15:10 — What happened in middle school… * 28:04 — Getting healing for your younger self * 32:19 — When you don’t know what to pray… (pray Psalm 139) RESOURCES:  * Psalm 139 (NLT) * AccessMore Prayer Line: (800)434-8400

Healing the Wound of Rejection | Meredith Andrews

How often do you feel rejected? This week on Breaking Through, Grace sits down with Christian artist, author, and worship leader Meredith Andrews. Meredith shares with Grace how she broke through deep-rooted feelings of rejection by identifying the core wounds underneath them and allowing Jesus to take her on a journey of healing and wholeness. New episodes release every Wednesday, so be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! CHAPTERS: * 2:46 — A journey of healing and wholeness * 10:08 — Uncovering childhood wounds * 17:02 — Finding and fixing your fractures * 22:51 — How Jesus gives life to the full  * 27:20 — Where is God in your rejection? * 33:58 — Uncovering your “core wound” RESOURCES:  * James 1:8 (NIV) * Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV) * Healing the Wound of Rejection: Becoming Whole in Jesus by Meredith Andrews * AccessMore Prayer Line: (800) 434-8400

Finding Freedom through Surrender | Stephen Stanley

Are you struggling to find freedom? This week on Breaking Through, Grace sits down with Christian rock artist Stephen Stanley. Stephen shares with Grace how he broke through finding his voice in the music industry by learning to relinquish control and live a life surrendered to God. New episodes release every Wednesday, so be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! CHAPTERS: * 3:46 — How Stephen learned to write more honest songs  * 9:43 — How a song can save a life  * 15:09 — What one book teaches about the church and mental health  * 22:55 — The beautiful thing about surrender  * 32:33 — “Controlling” versus “Protecting”  RESOURCES:  * AccessMore Prayer Line: (800)434-8400