Promise Hill, S1 Ep 3, Learning to Be Present When Life Hurts (Daily Bread)

Afraid to hope again? Bracing yourself for disappointment before it even happens? This chapter will meet you there.Mira is on her way to see her mother, who, for the first time in months, has called her by name. But instead of hope, fear rises first.What if it doesn’t last?What if it hurts even more?A stop at the Daily Bread bakery turns into an unexpected moment of clarity about grief, love, and what it means to be present… even when your heart wants to protect itself.**********From Mira’s Journal…Today, my phone rang—and for a moment, it was her---My mother. Clear. Present. Calling my name through the fog of dementia like a candle flickering in the dark. I should have felt only relief. But instead, worry rushed in.... again.I find myself in a spiral of questions. The same ones I always fall into...How long will this last? What if she disappears into that fog again? What if I miss the window?On my way to see her, I found myself caught in an unexpected conversation, one that gently got my attention: Healing doesn’t always come through answers. Sometimes it comes through presence.*********************In Promise Hill, we explore life struggles through the lens of an unfolding story and what it means to discover the quiet ways God meets us in ordinary moments we almost miss. Promise Hill is a faith-based audio drama blending gentle storytelling with soul-care for those navigating life's hard seasons.✨ New here? Promise Hill is a story told in chapters. To get the most out of the journey, begin with Episode 1, where Mira’s story begins and the foundation is set.Important note: This podcast is for inspiration and storytelling purposes only. If you are struggling emotionally or mentally, please seek professional support. You are worth it.About Promise Hill: Promise Hill is a faith-based storytelling and soul-care podcast that blends narrative, reflection, and gentle encouragement. The storyline is written by me. Character voices and visuals are created using AI to support the storytelling experience, while my reflections and guidance are fully human and personal.Don't forget to subscribe.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.