⚠ Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions on the loss of a loved one. Please use discretion while listening.

In this heartfelt episode of Echos of Impact, Briana and Cherise sit down with Jessica Honnell McLennan, a wife, mother, and woman of deep faith who has walked through unimaginable grief and discovered hope and purpose on the other side.

Jessica shares her powerful story of love, loss, and redemption. After losing her first husband, Wes Honnell, in a tragic accident, she was left to navigate life as a young widow and mother of three. Through her journey of grief, she has seen God’s faithfulness, found healing in unexpected places, and even opened her heart to love again. Now married to John McLennan, Jessica offers wisdom and encouragement for those walking through their own seasons of sorrow.

What We Cover:

✨ Jessica’s journey through profound loss and how faith sustained her ✨ The challenges of grieving while raising young children ✨ How God provided community and support during her darkest moments ✨ Wrestling with forgiveness and finding peace after tragedy ✨ The story of how she met her now-husband, John McLennan, and what it looks like to honor her past while embracing the future ✨ Practical advice for supporting loved ones through grief

Key Quotes:

💬 “You can either be a victim of your circumstances, or you can rise above them.” 💬 “Grief doesn’t shrink our capacity for love—God is a multiplier.” 💬 “Forgiveness and wisdom can go hand in hand.”

Connect with Jessica Honnell McLennan:

📲 Instagram: @MrsHonnell

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Until next week, friends! 💛

Join the Conversation:

How are you finding God’s glory in your daily life? Share your thoughts with us on Instagram or in our Facebook group!:

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Join our Facebook Group: Echos of Impact Community

Take the Next Step:

Interested in joining The Woman’s Success Code? Discover how you can grow in faith, purpose, and community. Learn more here!
Ready for a fresh start? Schedule your complimentary Life Audit with Briana today.

If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to follow and leave a review. Your support helps us continue to share inspiring stories like Jessica’s.

Until next week, friends! 💛

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