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#95 The Pain of Suicide vs. The Hope of Christ - Lori Apon, Part 2

Mar 18, 2025

In this gripping tale, Lori Apon shares her heart-wrenching journey after the loss of her husband, Bobby, a founding member of NewSong. She reveals the hidden struggles within their marriage, including her battle with an eating disorder and Bobby’s addiction. Lori opens up about navigating grief and betrayal while maintaining her faith. Through community support and a profound spiritual journey, she finds hope and healing, ultimately showcasing the transformative power of God’s love in her life.

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Lori and Bobby's Whirlwind Romance and Troubled Beginning

Lori met Bobby at a concert, and he seemed to know Jesus.
He confessed past sins in a letter, and Lori forgave him, hoping marriage would be a clean slate.

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Bobby's Infidelity and Lori's Forgiveness

Bobby confessed his infidelity to Lori, who forgave him immediately.
A visiting pastor's message about transition and God's purpose comforted Lori.

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Confession and Consequences

After six years of secrecy, Bobby confessed to his band, NewSong, and his pastor.
NewSong put Bobby on sabbatical, but later removed him from ministry due to his infidelity.

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This is Part 2 of Lori Apon’s story. Make sure to listen to Part 1 first.

Lori met Bobby Apon, the love of her life at a Christian concert. He was one of the founding members of NewSong, an upcoming Christian music group. Bobby was young, charismatic, and good-looking, and quickly swept Lori off her feet. After a romance and engagement that seemed straight out of a fairytale, they were married. But at the wedding altar, both Lori and Bobby were in bondage to sin. Lori carried an eating disorder, stemming from her desire to be in control. And Bobby was addicted to lust and pornography.

Both of them loved Jesus and wanted to be free... but it was a struggle for both of them... especially for Bobby, who was always on the road with NewSong, performing Christian concerts. No one in the band knew what he was going through, and not a soul in their audiences listening every night were aware of Bobby's inner turmoil that haunted him.

But as Lori would discover, as painful and devastating the consequences of sin may be, even greater is the power of God to restore the lost and redeem what was broken.

Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/lori-apon-part-2

Important: If you struggle with suicidal thoughts then call the suicide hotline at 988.

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