From our season of Darkness to Light testimonies, Kathy Ford shares her grief to growth journey of tragedy that led to healing, renewal and fresh hope.

In this heartfelt episode of the Grace Grit Glory show, host Jennifer welcomes special guest Kathy Ford, a licensed therapist and founder of the Audacity to Rise movement. Kathy shares her deeply personal journey through grief, family addiction, and healing following her husband’s battle with Crohn’s disease and subsequent addiction to painkillers. Despite immense challenges, including the end of a 25-year marriage and financial ruin, Kathy found a path to healing through deep faith and determination. She discusses the importance of true healing through grief and her commitment to living a life fully honoring God. The episode also explores Kathy’s journey with Jesus, her entrepreneurial spirit, and her work empowering women. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about overcoming life’s darkest valleys and emerging stronger on the other side.

You can purchase Kathy’s book or connect with her in the following ways:

http://Www.kathydford.com

https://www.amazon.com/31-Days-Brave-Letting-Trauma/dp/1954437846/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=1TM6C0ACNPPYD&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wHphjq6c3StuOyQc_9_5GSs2jElcnJTUtJDIswqMFhCrEn-RlewJd3e17CLalRu7-wO7PSCzdvj74HQPSDkw-xHThKvSc5Bg2W2od1o3ssQ8tbwnLeyxFEcR1uPk2fzwyzeDoq-b9DSn6rgC3c6dJQ.Tl6SGnAjB6BC8ALt9AkiwK3uusXfBnWcDA63stSLtBo&dib_tag=se&keywords=31+days+to+brave&qid=1761255377&sprefix=31+days+to+brave%2Caps%2C125&sr=8-1

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00:00 Understanding Grief in Western Culture

00:56 Introduction to the Grace Grit Glory Show

01:17 Meet Kathy Ford: Therapist and Entrepreneur

03:02 Kathy’s Journey with Jesus

04:23 A Life-Altering Encounter in College

09:34 Marriage and the Struggles with Addiction

13:16 The Hardest Decision: Divorce and Its Aftermath

18:57 A Moment of Realization and Determination

19:31 The Healing Journey Begins

20:06 Physical and Emotional Healing

20:39 Obedience and Trust in God

21:06 The Role of Marriage and Personal Responsibility

22:30 Challenges of Divorce and Single Parenting

24:52 Financial Struggles and Recovery

28:11 Discovering Faith and Dependence on God

28:52 The Power of Grief and Healing

30:52 Empowering Women and Business Success

34:30 A Prayer for Strength and Restoration