IN THIS EPISODE: There are moments in life that are so tragic, they can rock you to the core. In this episode, we asked our dear friends Jeff & Angela Atkins to tell their
family’s story and how they found that joy & grief can coexist in the same space.. Thanks for joining us!

We reference:

Psalm 30:11-12

You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing..

Philippians 4:4-7

Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by
prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in
Christ Jesus.

Jeremiah 17:7-8

But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not
fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.

Your Turn...

Where you are now in your relationship with Christ prepares you for any hardship you’re getting ready to go through. Jeff mentioned holding things with an open hand. Isthere something you are holding on to & trying to control that you need to hold with an open hand?

Things we mentioned:

• CBS Interview with author, Elin Hildebrand
• Organ donation saves lives & honors your loved one: https://www.donatelifenc.org