Ep 172 | Granger Smith Seeks Jesus After Family Tragedy
Aug 19, 2023
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Country music artist Granger Smith shares his heartbreaking story of losing his 3-year-old son in a pool accident and finding hope through faith in Jesus. He discusses his journey of seeking God's promises, giving up touring, and going into ministry. The podcast also touches on topics like organ donation, the durability of Raycon earbuds, and the importance of finding resilience and purpose in the face of tragedy.
Granger Smith shares his journey of finding strength through his faith after the tragic loss of his son, emphasizing the importance of discussing difficult experiences for healing and understanding.
Smith's pursuit of a deeper relationship with Christ led him to reevaluate his music career, ultimately deciding to end his touring and prioritize his relationship with God above all else.
Deep dives
Granger Smith's Journey of Healing and Faith
Granger Smith shares his personal journey of finding faith and strength after experiencing the heartbreaking loss of his son. Through his book, 'Like a River: Finding Faith and Strength to Move Forward after Unbearable Heartache,' Smith opens up about the tragic event and how it impacted his life in unexpected ways. He emphasizes the importance of discussing these difficult experiences to bring about greater understanding and healing for others who may have gone through similar situations.
The Power of Overcoming Trauma through Faith
Smith recounts the tragic incident where his son fell into a pool and did not survive. He candidly discusses the difficult process of dealing with the trauma and the repetitive visions that haunted him afterwards. Smith shares his journey of self-medication and the realization that these temporary solutions were not helping him heal. He opens up about the turning point when he called out to Jesus for help, finding solace in his faith during his darkest moments.
The Transformation of Priorities
In his pursuit of a deeper relationship with Christ, Smith experienced a shift in priorities. He felt compelled to reevaluate the role of his music career and the platform it provided. This led him to make the decision to end his country music touring career, feeling that it conflicted with his desire to fully pursue and proclaim Christ. Smith emphasizes the need to align his actions with his faith and to prioritize his relationship with God above all else.
The Future of Granger Smith's Journey
As Smith enters a new season of life, he plans to continue his apparel business, radio show, and podcast. He also aims to deepen his theological knowledge through seminary studies, serve in his local church, and occasionally speak and preach. Smith's focus is on equipping himself, deepening his understanding of God's word, and being obedient to God's leading in order to bring glory to Him.
Granger Smith is a platinum-certified recording artist who recently gave up touring and went into ministry after tragedy struck his family. Granger's 3-year-old son, River, drowned in the family's pool while playing in the back yard. As many of you know, Rick and Granger now have a bond that no parents want to share. But their story is about hope, not despair. Granger once considered taking his own life, but he now helps others regain theirs through Christ. Hear the incredible story of spiritual warfare and victory in Jesus on this episode of "Rick & Bubba University."
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