LDS Podcast "Latter-Day Lights" - Inspirational LDS Stories Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley

What an incredible story of the power of faith and forgiveness!

When Shelly Edwards Jorgensen was 15, her father murdered her mother and started their house on fire to cover it up.  At this exact same time, Heavenly Father placed a miracle friend directly into her path that would alter the course of her life forever.

Then, several years later as an adult in her 30's, God intervened again, miraculously healing Shelly of a 7-year debilitating illness.

*** Please SHARE Shelly's story and help us spread hope and light to others. ***

To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/aKH1mYlyPS8

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To READ Shelly's book, Beautiful Ashes, go to (direct link): https://www.beautifulashesmemoir.com/

To CONTACT Shelly directly, visit: https://www.beautifulashesmemoir.com/contact/

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Also, if you have a faith-promoting or inspiring story, or know someone who does, please let us know by going to https://www.latterdaylights.com and reaching out to us.

This weeks episode deals with some difficult topics, which include the lingering effects of trauma, infidelity, excommunication, divorce, and multiple suicide attempts.  If you have kids under 15 or 16, we recommend that you watch or listen to this episode first before sharing it with them.

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In part 2 of Eldon Buchanan's story, he shares how troubles at the farm forced him to drive trucks for several years away from his family.  While he tried to stay strong on the road, he was ultimately caught up in some compromising situations that caused him to make some bad choices.

These choices led him down even darker paths to the point where he felt that he'd lost everything.

Fortunately, God had a different plan, and through repentance, hope, and the Atonement, Eldon was able to find peace and happiness again in his life.

We want to thank Eldon for having the courage to share this difficult story.  We know it's not always easy to admit our weaknesses or bad choices, but the truth is that we all make them, and while we have to live with the consequences of those choices, it's important to remember that God still loves us, and Christ always provides a way for each of us to be forgiven.

*** Please SHARE Eldon's story and help us spread hope and light to others. ***

To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/aSJ6p0aDI00

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Also, if you have a faith-promoting or inspiring story, or know someone who does, please let us know by going to https://www.latterdaylights.com and reaching out to us.

In this episode, Eldon Buchanan shares his story of how the loss of his father at a young age, and the tragic loss of his 11 year-old son helped him to better understand and appreciate the importance of faith and hope in our Heavenly Father's plan.

*** Please SHARE Eldon's story and help us spread hope and light to others. ***

To WATCH to this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/3phtG9B-2Gk

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Also, if you have a faith-promoting or inspiring story, or know someone who does, please let us know by going to https://www.latterdaylights.com and reaching out to us.

In 2021, Jerry Paskett was hospitalized with COVID, and soon deteriorated to the point that his organs started shutting down and he was on the verge of death.

It was during this time that Jerry had an out-of-body experience, and was ultimately given a choice to stay on earth with his friends and family or to go through the veil.

This is an incredible story of faith, courage, prayer, and love.  You don't want to miss it!

To WATCH to this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/ngNslua0nM4

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Also, if you have a faith-promoting or inspiring story, or know someone who does, please let us know by going to https://www.latterdaylights.com and reaching out to us.

Glen Williams spent 26 years in law enforcement, risking his life every day to serve his community.  Unfortunately, the pressures of his job created a lot of trauma, leading to self-destructive behavior and PTSD - ultimately hurting his marriage and family relationships.

After his second divorce, Glen spent 3 years alone at his cabin searching for answers.  What he ultimately found with God's help was more than he ever imagined.

*** Please SHARE Glen's story and help us spread hope and light to others. ***

To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/XCRKDNuc6MA

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To learn more about overcoming trauma and PTSD, visit Glen's website: https://www.gdubauthor.com/

To get a copy of Glen's book, "Bridging The Gap: An Inside Look at Communication and Relationships After Traumatic Events" visit (direct link): https://www.amazon.com/Bridging-Gap-Communications-Relationships-Traumatic/dp/1631955683

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Also, if you have a faith-promoting or inspiring story, or know someone who does, please let us know by going to https://www.latterdaylights.com and reaching out to us.

Jordan and Jenifer Brooks were wrapping up a fun anniversary trip in Mexico, when a truck suddenly swerved in front of them, forcing them to crash and roll their car.

Badly hurt in a foreign country, Jenifer was forced to go to the hospital alone while Jordan was taken to a police station and unexpectedly locked inside a dirty jail cell.

At their darkest moment when they desperately needed help, two good samaritans suddenly came to their rescue.

*** Please SHARE Jordan and Jen's story and help us spread hope and light to others. ***

To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/jslO39tpOk4

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Also, if you have a faith-promoting or inspiring story, or know someone who does, please let us know by going to https://www.latterdaylights.com and reaching out to us.