Held By God: Discovering Hope When Life Falls Apart The Higher Pursuit podcast

Held by God: Discovering Hope When Life Falls Apart

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Have you ever wondered what God could do with the pain you wish you could forget?

In this episode of the Higher Pursuit podcast, host Cecily Lachapelle engages in a heartfelt conversation with Holly Sweat Raper, who shares her journey of grief after losing her husband to cancer. Holly discusses how her pain transformed into purpose, emphasizing the importance of faith, community, and scripture in overcoming life's challenges. The conversation highlights the power of trusting God during crises and the potential for personal growth through adversity. Holly's upcoming book, 'Living in Victory, Not Defeat,' serves as a testament to her resilience and a guide for others navigating similar struggles.

If you've ever whispered, "There has to be more to this,"—this episode is for you.

Want to go deeper? Grab a copy of my book Repurpose Your Pain at my website or on Amazon.

✅ After you listen: Share this episode with someone who needs hope—and take a moment to reflect on how your pain might be preparing you for a higher purpose.

3 Key Episode Takeaways:

What if the very pain you're walking through is the birthplace of your purpose?
Holly’s story will challenge the way you see your struggle—and show you how God can use even your deepest wounds to build something beautiful.

Are you trying to hold it all together—or are you letting God hold you?
Discover how faith becomes a lifeline in crisis, not just a concept—offering real strength in your weakest moments.

Is your heartbreak hiding a ministry you haven’t stepped into yet?
Learn how repurposed pain can become the very platform God uses to heal others—and remind you that your story isn't over.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Pain and Purpose
02:48 Holly's Journey Through Grief
05:57 Faith in Crisis: Choices and Growth
08:46 The Power of Perspective
12:02 Finding Identity in Loss
15:01 Hearing God's Voice in Pain
17:56 The Role of Scripture in Healing
20:56 The Importance of Knowing God's Word
23:58 God's Bigger Plan in Grief
32:18 The Power of Perspective in Grief
34:37 Walking in Victory: Overcoming Loss
37:51 Repurposing Pain into Purpose
43:12 Faith Through Trials: The Testimony of Pain
47:02 Trusting God's Plan Beyond Un

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Pain and Purpose (00:00:00)

2. Holly's Journey Through Grief (00:02:48)

3. Faith in Crisis: Choices and Growth (00:05:57)

4. The Power of Perspective (00:08:46)

5. Finding Identity in Loss (00:12:02)

6. Hearing God's Voice in Pain (00:15:01)

7. The Role of Scripture in Healing (00:17:56)

8. God's Bigger Plan in Grief (00:23:58)

9. The Power of Perspective in Grief (00:32:18)

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