In this episode, I share some of the hardest parts of my life growing up: medical trauma, addiction, abuse, bullying, and a moment where I almost ended my life.

This is not an easy episode to listen to, but it’s an honest one. My hope is that through sharing my story, you see that even in the darkest moments, you are not alone.

If you or someone you know is in emotional distress, help is available. Text or call 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. Caring counselors provide judgment-free support and local resources 24/7 across the United States.

Have you ever wondered where God's perfect timing is? Maybe you've gone through a season where everything was going right then it all suddenly falls apart.

The couple in this story sure felt that way. Life had prepared them for many challenges, but nothing like this.

Even when faced with possible death, the woman in this story stared straight ahead and proclaimed God's goodness in light of a devastating situation.

Come join me as I share this as our very first episode!

The Tried by Fire Podcast is about real life, real trials, and the God who walks with us through them. Through honest stories, including my own, conversations with my wife, and guests who’ve walked through suffering, we explore what it looks like to trust God when life doesn’t make sense.