Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Trusting the Lord in the Midst of Tragedies
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Oct 6, 2025 
Bill Lee, the 50th governor of Tennessee and author of 'This Road I'm On', shares his heartfelt journey through grief and faith. He reflects on family tragedies, including the sudden loss of his wife in a horseback accident, emphasizing how relying on God has brought hope and peace. Bill discusses the importance of daily one-on-one time with his children during mourning and how offering small assurances fosters resilience. He encourages listeners to find joy and abundant life amid sorrow, revealing how faith can lead to healing and restoration.
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Hard Work Sharpens Appreciation
- Bill Lee compared picking blackberries to life: the struggle produces deep appreciation for the reward.
- He concluded that experiencing brokenness allows people to appreciate wholeness and joy more fully.
Losses Before The Blessing Of Children
- Bill Lee shared the family's repeated pregnancy losses before finally having children, including twins.
- He described the grief of four miscarriages and a stillborn followed by blessing and gratitude for the children they raised.
Sudden Tragedy That Changed Everything
- Bill Lee described the day his wife was killed in a horseback accident and how the event shattered his life overnight.
- He returned to four children and had to rebuild family life from complete loss and chaos.
