Tried By Fire

Benjamin and Ruth Buckland
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Tried by Fire is a podcast born out of real loss, long seasons of pain, and the faithfulness of God in the middle of it all. Through personal stories, conversations with my wife, and the voices of others who’ve walked through suffering, we explore how God remains faithful when life doesn’t make sense. This podcast isn’t about quick fixes or perfect endings. It’s about honesty, perseverance, and hope grounded in who God is.

  1. 1d ago

    Episode 14: Joy in the chaos

    After years of living with disappointment following a life-changing accident, I discovered that my healing didn't begin when my circumstances changed. It began when joy returned. In this episode, I share how each of my three sons became a unique gift from God, teaching me about joy, patience, contentment, and His faithfulness. If you've been wondering what comes after disappointment, I hope this conversation reminds you that God often restores our hearts through blessings we never expected.

    12 min

  2. Jun 23

    Episode 13: Biblical Truth > Emotions

    How do we guard ourselves from allowing emotional moments to replace biblical truth while still finding encouragement in our suffering? In this episode, Benjamin explores God's faithfulness through the lives of Paul, Jacob, and someone you've probably never heard of. If you live with chronic pain, physical limitations, or unanswered prayers, this episode offers both a caution and an encouragement: God may not always remove our burdens, but He will never abandon the people carrying them.

    17 min

  3. Jun 15

    Episode 12: Navigating Disappointment, Part 2.

    What happens when disappointment keeps happening over and over again? In this episode, I share a side of my journey that I didn't cover in Part 1. From doctors, treatments, and unanswered promises to learning how to become my own advocate, this episode explores what repeated disappointment can do to a person and how easily we can place our hope in the wrong things. We'll talk about misplaced hope and learning to just be honest with God when life keeps letting us down. If you've ever felt exhausted from hoping for a breakthrough that never came, this episode is for you.

    14 min

  4. Jun 8

    Episode 11: Navigating disappointment, part 1.

    I had a plan for my life. Then everything changed. In this episode, I share how losing my career, health, and future plans led me into a season of deep disappointment and bitterness. But looking back, I can see how God was working through it all, using what felt like loss to prepare me for a greater purpose than I ever expected.

    16 min

  5. Jun 1

    Episode 10: Conflict Resolution and communication.

    Conflict is inevitable in every marriage, but how you handle it can either build stronger connections or create deeper division. In this episode, Benjamin and Ruth share lessons they've learned through years of misunderstandings, differing communication styles, resentment, counseling, and healing. Together they discuss active listening, navigating difficult conversations, breaking down emotional walls, and learning to approach conflict as a problem to solve together rather than a battle to win. Whether you're newly married or have been together for years, this conversation offers practical tools and biblical encouragement for healthier communication and stronger relationships.

    49 min

  6. May 25

    Episode 9: You can rest knowing I'm watching over you.

    Episode 9 is a personal conversation about fear, storms, fatherhood, chronic pain and the peace that comes from trusting God in the middle of your own storms. Through sever weather and sleepless nights, Benjamin shares how God used a simple conversation with his sons to remind him that we can rest knowing He is watching over us.

    12 min

  7. May 18

    Episode 8: No, You Don't.

    In this episode, Benjamin shares a deeply personal story from a college retreat that challenged his doubts, reshaped his perspective, and reminded him just how much God had already done in his life. Through silence, struggle, and scripture, this episode is a reminder to you of how much value you have in God’s eyes.

    19 min

  8. May 11

    Episode 7: Jon Beary, From Tragedy to Humility.

    After surviving a devastating health crisis at a young age, Jon grew up facing challenges few could imagine. In this episode, he shares how God carried him through suffering, church hurt, and healing. He then shares how those trials ultimately transformed his heart and led him to a common theme in his life, which is to Live Humble. You can find Jon here: The Live Humble Podcast | Linktree

    1h 8m
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Tried by Fire is a podcast born out of real loss, long seasons of pain, and the faithfulness of God in the middle of it all. Through personal stories, conversations with my wife, and the voices of others who’ve walked through suffering, we explore how God remains faithful when life doesn’t make sense. This podcast isn’t about quick fixes or perfect endings. It’s about honesty, perseverance, and hope grounded in who God is.

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  • Creator
    Benjamin and Ruth Buckland
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Benjamin and Ruth Buckland
  • Show Website
    Tried By Fire