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EPISODE · Feb 28, 2026 · 29 MIN

Raf's Story: On Losing a Mother

from Hope Now Stories: From Brokenness to Beauty · host Hope Now Stories

In this episode of Hope Now, Raf vulnerably shares her journey through grief after losing her mother during COVID. She opens up about the weight of loss, the struggle to find joy in the midst of sorrow, and the honest moments when faith felt fragile.Raf reflects on how God met her in the depths of grief and gently led her back to the cross—teaching her that joy isn’t dependent on feelings, but anchored in His unchanging presence. Through speaking God’s promises over herself, Scripture like Psalm 16:11 began to come alive, reminding her that true joy is found in Him, even in seasons of mourning.This episode marks the final conversation in our grief series, and our hope is that it meets you right where you are. If you’ve experienced loss, we invite you to share your story in the comments below. You’re not alone, and your story matters.🤍 New episodes every Saturday

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In this episode of Hope Now, Raf vulnerably shares her journey through grief after losing her mother during COVID. She opens up about the weight of loss, the struggle to find joy in the midst of sorrow, and the honest moments when faith felt...

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