“There’s always a purpose for the suffering. It’s not the end of your story.”

In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I sit down with Lara Silverman — Christian author, lawyer, jazz singer, actress, and the inspiring voice behind Singing Through the Fire: A Memoir of Finding Surprising Joy in Life’s Darkest Trials.

Lara shares her remarkable journey from achieving her dream career as a federal prosecutor to being struck by a rare neurological illness that left her bedridden for years. Through unimaginable loss—including the passing of her husband Matthew—Lara vulnerably reveals how faith, resilience, and God’s promises sustained her in the darkest seasons.

With wisdom and warmth, Lara and Dawn unpack what it means to hold grief and joy together, discover purpose in pain, and find unshakable hope in eternity. This conversation will empower midlife women to embrace courage, strengthen their faith, and choose joy even in the fire.

Whether you’re walking through suffering, wrestling with unanswered prayers, or seeking renewed vision for your life, Lara’s story will inspire you to live brave, bold, and resilient.

✨ Don’t miss this testimony of faith, perseverance, and joy in adversity.

Quotations:

“Somehow God wants us to have joy because our sufferings are creating eternal glory. It’s a mystery, but it’s right there in the New Testament.” – Lara Silverman

“We can savor what’s good while also grieving what’s lost.” – Lara Silverman

“The irony of me giving people joy in my grief was something only the Lord could do.” – Lara Silverman

“Honestly, the answer is — it’s the only thing that sustains me: the hope that God will make all of this right in eternity.” – Lara Silverman

“Two things can be true at the same time: sorrow and joy. You can cry it out and still find relief when you give it to God.” – Lara Silverman

“God always writes the best stories — even the ones we would never have chosen for ourselves.” – Lara Silverman

“We may have to wait for redemption in eternity, but this life is just a blip compared to forever.” – Lara Silverman

📚Get a copy of Lara’s book: Singing Through Fire: A Memoir of Finding Surprising Joy in Life's Darkest Trials

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