Echos of Impact Ep. 27: From Trauma to Testimony—God’s Not Done with Laura O’Malley
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault, infertility, miscarriage, and military loss. While shared with sensitivity and hope, these topics may be difficult for some listeners. Please take care while listening, and know it’s okay to pause or step away if needed.
In this powerful episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Laura O’Malley—a military wife, mama, florist, and Amazon bestselling author—to unpack her story of trauma, loss, redemption, and hope. Laura grew up in a small town in Kentucky and now lives outside of Nashville, where her faith journey has been anything but simple. From surviving sexual assault to grieving the loss of her boyfriend in the military, Laura’s testimony is a moving reminder that even in the darkest seasons, God is still writing the story.
Laura opens up about the shame she carried, the long road through infertility and IVF, and how a dream before her boyfriend’s death became a turning point in her spiritual walk. Through counseling, deep healing, and the unexpected gift of her daughter, Laura’s life is a testament to the truth that God is not done.
What We Cover:
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Laura’s story of surviving trauma and navigating shame in a small-town church culture
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Grieving the loss of her boyfriend, Kenny, after he was killed in war
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The importance of counseling and spiritual healing in her recovery
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Her faith journey, including a prophetic dream and returning to God
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Walking through IVF, miscarriage, and the eventual miracle of motherhood
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What it means to move forward without forgetting the past
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Encouragement for women struggling to see the good when life feels stuck in the rearview mirror
Key Quotes:
“There were so many moments I thought life was over. But God wasn’t done. He was still writing my story.” “I didn’t need to be fixed. I needed to believe I wasn’t broken beyond repair.”
Connect with Laura O’Malley: Follow Laura on Instagram: @_lauraomalley_ as well as @bluerootflorals Order the book Deserts to Mountaintops: The Pilgrimage of Motherhood
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Until next week, friends! 💛