Amber Smith on Finding Light in Your Darkest Moments: A Story of Faith, Loss, and Unexpected Strength

What do you do when your worst nightmare becomes reality? When Amber Smith's three-year-old son River drowned in a tragic accident, her world shattered in an instant. But on the bathroom floor—in her darkest moments of grief—she discovered a faith that would transform her pain into purpose.

In this raw and powerful conversation, Amber shares her journey from worldly happiness to deep spiritual transformation, revealing how she and her husband Granger Smith (country music artist) chose to fight for their marriage when statistics said they wouldn't make it. She opens up about the "beacons in the breaking"—small glimpses of light that appeared even in the hospital—and how studying Scripture became the anchor that held her together.

If you're walking through grief, questioning God's goodness, or wondering if you'll ever smile again, this episode offers hope. Amber's story is evidence that the worst thing to happen to you doesn't have to be the end of your story.

Resources Mentioned:

• Book: The Girl on the Bathroom Floor by Amber Smith
• Book: Like a River by Granger Smith
• The River Kelly Fund (riverkellyfund.org)
• Amber's Podcast - Arise with Amber
• I Am Second video featuring Amber and Granger's story
• Bible Project on YouTube/Podcast
• Follow Amber on Instagram @amberemilysmith

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