If you've ever experienced a loss that changed everything, this conversation is for you. Grief comes in many forms–loss of a loved one, loss of a job, loss of a relationship, or simply loss of life as we want it to be–these things affect us. Deeply.

 

In times like this we need help for our wounded hearts.  Author, Lisa Appelo, knows this all too well. Lisa shares her powerful story of suddenly losing her husband and becoming a single mom to seven children overnight. Together, we talk about grief, healing, and the comfort only God can provide when life feels unbearable. Lisa offers practical wisdom for navigating loss, processing difficult emotions, and finding hope again when the future feels uncertain. Whether you're grieving yourself or walking alongside someone who is, I believe this conversation will encourage your heart and remind you that God is near to the brokenhearted.

 

And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!

Xo,

Donna

Key Takeaways:

0:00:02 - Hope-Filled Podcast & Book Giveaway Setup

0:03:33 - From Sudden Loss to Writing on Grief

0:07:30 - What Grief Really Does to Your Whole Self

0:13:18 - Daily Lament: Journaling, Scripture, and Sustaining Grace

0:26:12 - Parenting Kids Through Grief and When to Seek Counseling

What We Talk About
Lisa's story of sudden loss and becoming a widow overnight
How grief affects the body, mind, emotions, and faith
Common misconceptions about grieving as a Christian
The role of lament and honest prayer in healing
Practical ways God provides comfort during loss
The benefits of journaling through grief
Why the traditional "stages of grief" can be misleading
Helping children navigate loss and grief
Trusting God when answers don't come
Finding hope, healing, and joy again after loss

Lisa's Daily Practice for Walking Through Grief
 Pour Out Your Heart
Bring your fears, questions, sadness, and frustrations honestly to God.
Pray, cry, journal, and lament.
 Open God's Word
Anchor yourself in Scripture, even when you don't feel strong enough.
Focus on God's character and promises.
 Offload What You Can't Carry
Release burdens that are too heavy for you.
Allow God to carry what you cannot.
 Trust God's Presence
Even without answers, trust that God is with you, for you, and sustaining you.

Donna’s Resources:

Order a copy of my latest book - 

Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. 

 

It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. 

 

If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God.

 

It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their faith.


Connect with Lisa:

Lisa’s Website: https://lisaappelo.com/

 

Lisa’s Book: God of Comfort: A Devotional Journal for the Grieving Heart:https://www.amazon.com/God-Comfort-Devotional-Journal-Grieving/dp/0764246038/ref=sr_1_1

Let’s Connect:

Instagram: @donnaajones    

 

Website: www.donnajones.org    

 

Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/ 

If you've ever experienced a loss that changed everything, this conversation is for you. Grief comes in many forms&ndash;loss of a loved one, loss of a job, loss of a relationship, or simply loss of life as we want it to be&ndash;these things affect us. Deeply.
&nbsp;
In times like this we need help for our wounded hearts.&nbsp; Author, Lisa Appelo, knows this all too well. Lisa shares her powerful story of suddenly losing her husband and becoming a single mom to seven children overnight. Together, we talk about grief, healing, and the comfort only God can provide when life feels unbearable. Lisa offers practical wisdom for navigating loss, processing difficult emotions, and finding hope again when the future feels uncertain. Whether you're grieving yourself or walking alongside someone who is, I believe this conversation will encourage your heart and remind you that God is near to the brokenhearted.
&nbsp;
And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/donnaajones/?hl=en">@donnaajones</a>. And don&rsquo;t forget to subscribe so you don&rsquo;t miss a single episode!
Xo,
Donna
Key Takeaways:
0:00:02 - Hope-Filled Podcast &amp; Book Giveaway Setup
0:03:33 - From Sudden Loss to Writing on Grief
0:07:30 - What Grief Really Does to Your Whole Self
0:13:18 - Daily Lament: Journaling, Scripture, and Sustaining Grace
0:26:12 - Parenting Kids Through Grief and When to Seek Counseling
What We Talk About
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Lisa's story of sudden loss and becoming a widow overnight</li>
<li aria-level="1">How grief affects the body, mind, emotions, and faith</li>
<li aria-level="1">Common misconceptions about grieving as a Christian</li>
<li aria-level="1">The role of lament and honest prayer in healing</li>
<li aria-level="1">Practical ways God provides comfort during loss</li>
<li aria-level="1">The benefits of journaling through grief</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why the traditional "stages of grief" can be misleading</li>
<li aria-level="1">Helping children navigate loss and grief</li>
<li aria-level="1">Trusting God when answers don't come</li>
<li aria-level="1">Finding hope, healing, and joy again after loss</li>
</ul>
Lisa's Daily Practice for Walking Through Grief
<ol>
<li> Pour Out Your Heart</li>
</ol>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Bring your fears, questions, sadness, and frustrations honestly to God.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Pray, cry, journal, and lament.</li>
</ul>
<ol>
<li> Open God's Word</li>
</ol>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Anchor yourself in Scripture, even when you don't feel strong enough.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Focus on God's character and promises.</li>
</ul>
<ol>
<li> Offload What You Can't Carry</li>
</ol>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Release burdens that are too heavy for you.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Allow God to carry what you cannot.</li>
</ul>
<ol>
<li> Trust God's Presence</li>
</ol>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Even without answers, trust that God is with you, for you, and sustaining you.</li>
</ul>
Donna&rsquo;s Resources:
Order a copy of my latest book -&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Conflict-Peaceful-Life-Communicating/dp/1400243998">Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret.&nbsp;</a>
&nbsp;
It is available anywhere books are sold&ndash; <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Conflict-Peaceful-Life-Communicating/dp/1400243998">here is the link on Amazon.&nbsp;</a>
&nbsp;
If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you&rsquo;ll want a copy of my book, <a href="https://seekmeetinggod.com/">Seek: A Woman&rsquo;s Guide to Meeting God.</a>
&nbsp;
It&rsquo;s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their faith.
 Connect with Lisa:
Lisa&rsquo;s Website: <a href="https://lisaappelo.com/">https://lisaappelo.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Lisa&rsquo;s Book: God of Comfort: A Devotional Journal for the Grieving Heart: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/God-Comfort-Devotional-Journal-Grieving/dp/0764246038/ref=sr_1_1">https://www.amazon.com/God-Comfort-Devotional-Journal-Grieving/dp/0764246038/ref=sr_1_1</a>
Let&rsquo;s Connect:
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/donnaajones/?hl=en">@donnaajones</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Website: <a href="http://www.donnajones.org">www.donnajones.org</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Donna&rsquo;s speaking schedule: <a href="https://donnajones.org/events/">https://donnajones.org/events/</a>&nbsp;

If you’ve ever had a conversation where you’ve walked away thinking, “Wow! That was just what I needed”, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged.

Author, national speaker, and pastor’s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving “that’s just what I needed” conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she’ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you.

 But, Donna’s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

That's Just What I Needed Podcast

If you’ve ever had a conversation where you’ve walked away thinking, “Wow! That was just what I needed”, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged. Author, national speaker, and pastor’s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving “that’s just what I needed” conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she’ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you. But, Donna’s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

If you&rsquo;ve ever had a conversation where you&rsquo;ve walked away thinking, &ldquo;Wow! That was just what I needed&rdquo;, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged. Author, national speaker, and pastor&rsquo;s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving &ldquo;that&rsquo;s just what I needed&rdquo; conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she&rsquo;ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you. But, Donna&rsquo;s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

That's Just What I Needed

How to Find God’s Comfort When Life Falls Apart with Lisa Appelo

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