The Valley of Dry Bones: Stories of Resurrection

Nothing is beyond the reach of God's spirit! In this podcast episode, Laurel & Ed Nicholson share their story beyond Laurel's initial end-of-life doula care for Ed's mom, Marilyn. Their marriage stems from a deep friendship culitvated through difficult valleys of divorce in thier first marriage. God's will is to heal us individually and collectively to experience God's design for marriage lived in freedom through grace. Beyond restoration of this sacred union, Laurel & Ed discuss their careers -- waiting on God's timing to build and restore what He calls us to for our families, our communities, and the world. No valley is too desolate for God's restorative power to bring new life from dead bones.

(00:00) Introduction and Theme of Resurrection
(02:06) Eternal Life and Present-Day Renewal
(05:00) Experiencing Death Through Life Circumstances
(09:00) Trusting God’s Plan and Letting Go of Control
(12:00) Resurrection in Scripture and Lazarus
(15:00) Living with Hope in a Broken World
(18:30) Redefining Success and Restoration
(20:30) Hospice Music Therapy and End-of-Life Impact
(24:20) Final Encouragement and Prayer

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