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What if you suddenly lost your job of 17 years, and your child was diagnosed with a rare type of cancer, all without the safety net of medical insurance? I invite you to join me as I sit down with Dirk and Sharla Gardner, a couple who faced these horrific trials head on. Their story unfolds, filled with suspense, hardship, and unexpected blessings. Dirk and Sharla reveal the power of love and faith as they navigate the stormy seas of life, as they turn toward the Lord, forging a path of resilience and hope.
Finding strength in faith when you're in the throes of despair isn't easy. The Gardners share their emotional journey, one where they had to lean on the Lord even when they felt the heavens were closed. They discuss, with heart-wrenching honesty, the pain of telling their son about his cancer diagnosis, and how they managed to find comfort in their faith and each other. Their story is filled with twists and turns, including the miraculous provision of a supplementary insurance that saved them from financial ruin.
Dirk and Sharla discuss their choice to trust in the Lord, even when their future seemed uncertain. They candidly discuss the aftermath of their son's surgery, and their constant battle to maintain their faith. Their journey is a testament to the power of faith in the face of adversity. Listen in as they inspire us with their incredible story, spreading love and hope in the darkest of times. Stay tuned for Part 2 to hear the rest of their inspiring story!

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Hi!
I’m Karen Hall, Host of The Hero Within Podcast.
Today our guest Jacqueline Baird continues her colorful journey to motherhood as she and her husband, Josh, intentionally chose children again and again throughout their marriage, despite the many sacrifices they both made.
If you haven't heard Part 1, click here to listen to the first part of their story, starting with their love story and desire to have several children.

Today in Part 2, Jacqueline continues sharing the unexpected twists and turns, heartbreak and trauma, as well miracles and how these experiences impacted her and her husband in their marriage.
She shares how they each grieved differently and it led to some conflict that they had to work through. At times, they weren't on the same page regarding children, as they previously had been.
But as they focused on their blessings, they grew in gratitude towards parenting and this helped them gain perspective during the normal annoyances in family life.
Despite all the struggles, they grew closer and more unified. Their love for each other deepened and they knew that family is what life is all about and they were willing to make additional sacrifices.
Jacqueline explains how having children was their number one goal and it's what brought them joy in this life. Eventually, they exhausted all options and they turned to surrogacy in hopes of adding another child to their family.
Have you and your spouse had any challenges or conflict in your decision to have children? What did you learn?
I'd love to hear your thoughts and our guests sure value your feedback too! We really appreciate it! Also, please follow to be alerted to upcoming episodes.
Wishing you lots of love on your own hero’s journey,
xoxo, Karen
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Connect with Jacqueline Baird
Jacqueline graduated from Western Illinois University with a bachelor's degree in broadcasting. Jacqueline is an advocate for motherhood and she has experienced a lot of heartache in her journey to become a mom. She is the host of Motherhood Intended podcast.
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Hi! I’m Karen Hall, Host of The Hero Within Podcast. Thanks so much for being here!

Like Kathryn Wilson, host of the podcast Unstoppable-J_o_y, I felt confused and frustrated. I knew God had the power to do anything, and I’d seen Him perform miracles for others and in my own life. I wondered why He wouldn’t grant me my righteous desire. In this episode, I reflect on Kathryn Wilson’s episode “God sees brokenness as beautiful,” and I share my own wrestle with God.

I discuss how my faith and trust in God grew during my wrestle with Him.

In this episode, you are going to learn:

*Like Kathryn, I also wrestled with God.

*What I learned about the lame beggar who waited 40 years to be healed.

*We may feel abandoned when the heavens are silent.

*God promises that when we ask for bread, He won’t give us a stone.

*The scripture I memorized as a girl that has been a theme for my life

*How waiting upon the Lord became a sacred place

*How the Lord did deliver me and blessed me with the greatest miracle of all.

I know you, too, can have this same miracle in your life!

Wishing you lots of love on your own hero’s journey,

xoxo,

Karen

Closing thoughts: Thank you for listening! I’d love to hear what comes up for you when you hear today’s episode! Please leave your thoughts in your review on Apple. I’ll read every single review! Please share this episode with your loved ones!

And feel free to email me with any thoughts or questions you might have!

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Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hero-within/id1660598909
Email: [email protected]

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Hi!
I’m Karen Hall, Host of The Hero Within Podcast.
Today in Part 2, my good friend, Carol Ann Guest, continues to share her miracles from her sudden traumatic brain injury. She is the former Mrs. Utah, a 6 figure entrepreneur, holistic health coach, and founder of Well Women Connections. She's traveled the world to educate and empower women through service and natural solutions. See her bio below.
If you haven't heard Part 1 of Carol Ann's story, be sure to listen as she sets the stage for today's episode in which she shares her raw feelings and dark hours of pain and confusion. Yet, she also shares that with the Lord, her faith and strong testimony have grown even stronger through this trial.
Today, you'll learn:
*What Carol Ann learned about submitting from Abraham and Sarah, and about forgiving.
*Her process of mourning and being comforted.
*Compensating blessings in which the veil was very thin and brought Carol Ann tremendous healing.
*Carol Ann's beautiful message of hope for us all.
What compensating blessings have you received during your adversities?

I'd love to hear your thoughts! Carol Ann would love to hear your feedback too ! If you'd like to support the podcast, please follow/subscribe to be alerted to upcoming episodes and also, leave a review.
Wishing you lots of love on your own hero’s journey,
xoxo, Karen
Closing thoughts: Thanks so much for listening! Please share this episode with your loved ones and spread the love to bless others!
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karen.o.hallFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/5698127870230117Instagram: @theherowithinpodcastWebsite: https://KarenHallCoaching.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@karenhall8873Podcast: The Hero Within PodcastConnect with Carol Ann Guest
Carol Ann graduated from Weber State University with a BS in Allied Health Science, practiced for 18 years as a dental hygienist, has an anesthesia license and taught Preventative Dentistry at Salt Lake Community College. Then she dedicated herself to the health and wellness industry, focusing on natural solutions. She and her family built a school in Africa and Nepal, she headed a medical mission for disabled children in Ghana, and they went to Guatemala to build garden boxes for families. She reigned as Mrs. Utah in 2011 and shared with women her unstoppable mindset, which she developed through many difficult trials in her life.
Carol Ann is married to her supportive husband Curt and they live in Southern Utah. Together they have a blended family of 6 children and 6 grandchildren.
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Hi! I’m Karen Hall, Host of The Hero Within Podcast. Wasn’t Part 1 of Ashley Terry’s story so incredible?!

If you missed Part 1, click on Episode 7.

In Part 2 today, Ashley Terry shares how our trials can be beautiful, and the growth that she experienced through her trials. Her marriage was strengthened and she and her husband became even closer.

Ashley reveals many lessons she learned, as well as her near death experience that changed her heart. She gained an even stronger testimony of God’s plan for us in this life and was able to see how she could help others through this trial.

Join our Hero Within Podcast group to hear a bonus story from Ashley about the first miracle in Ashley’s life! Click on this linktr.ee link below.

In this episode, you are going to learn:

*How Ashley’s stroke blessed her and her husband to become even closer soulmates.

*What Ashley learned about balance in her life.

*Ashley was born again.

*Ashley’s near death experience and how it changed her.

*How Ashley’s testimony of life after this life was strengthened.

*How her stroke has blessed her children.

*Tools that help Ashley on a daily basis.

Who would think that one could feel so grateful for a debilitating stroke? I love how Ashley knew that the Lord was performing miracles in her life and holding her hand through the dark times she experienced.

He is there for you, too, in your trials.

Wishing you lots of love on your own hero’s journey,

xoxo,

Karen

Closing thoughts: Thank you for listening! What thoughts did you have after hearing today’s episodes? Please add your comments in your review on Apple. I’ll read every single review! Also, please share this episode with your loved ones!

And feel free to email me with any thoughts or questions you might have!

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Instagram: @theherowithinpodcastFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/5698127870230117Website: https://KarenHallCoaching.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@karenhall8873
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hero-within/id1660598909
Email: [email protected]

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Ashley Terry

Ashley Terry was a miracle baby and was born and raised in St. Louis, MO. She graduated in Family Life Sciences from Brigham Young University in 2010. She lives in Draper Utah and has been married for 14 years and has 5 children.