The Heartbreaking Story Behind 'It Is Well with My Soul'

What would you do if your world fell apart—if tragedy struck not once but again and again? Would your faith remain? Horatio Spafford, the man behind the hymn It Is Well with My Soul, faced exactly this.

Join us as we uncover the story of a man who lost his fortune in the Great Chicago Fire, his four daughters in a devastating shipwreck, and later his son to illness—yet still declared, “It is well with my soul.”

In this heartfelt episode, we’ll explore Horatio’s journey from sorrow to surrender, weaving in the historical backdrop of 19th-century America and the personal trials that shaped his legacy. Discover how his life offers a powerful reminder that God’s peace can sustain us, even in our darkest moments.

This isn’t just history—it’s hope for anyone who’s walked through grief and wondered how to keep going. Tune in for a story of loss, faith, and unshakable trust that will inspire your own walk with God.

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