Cheryl's Story: Divorce Followed by Public Humiliation (Part 1)

Lifted to Hope

When we are walking it out, it is so difficult to trust that God would choose to bring good from the darkest moments of our pain. In this episode, I’ve invited my friend Cheryl to share her story of surviving divorce and all its rippling effects, including carrying the shame of her husband’s addiction leading to his arrest.

While Cheryl would be the first to admit she didn’t always navigate this road of grief and healing with grace, she did remain humble and teachable. You’ll hear how God met her in every season of her journey, providing for many very specific physical and spiritual needs. Her willingness to share these details will fill you with hope.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why being able to separate from her husband was a gift of God’s grace.
• Why Cheryl was thankful that she couldn’t run from a public criminal accusation
• What it looked like for Cheryl to own her mistakes as she healed
• The powerful examples of care and concern shown by her community
• Why Cheryl would encourage you to find a friend safe enough to express your anger with

Links Mentioned:

Waking the Dead: The Secret to a Heart Fully Alive by John Eldredge

Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: by Henry Cloud and John Townsend

Healing for Damaged Emotions By David Seamands