Welcome to episode 080 of Mud Stories!

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Today I’m talking with Terri Roberts, an author and speaker who is currently battling stage four breast cancer, and also has learned so much about choosing joy and forgiveness in the face of unexpected tragedy.

Nine years ago, Terri’s  oldest son walked into an Amish schoolhouse and killed five young girls before taking his own life. And what followed was a lesson in forgiveness that Terri never imagined.

AND!! We are giving away THREE copies of Terri’s book 

Forgiven: The Amish School Shooting, a Mother’s Love, and a Story of Remarkable Grace, where Terri tells the story of that day and so much of what has come from it.

In this episode, Terri shares insight and wisdom for the moments we meet unexpected tragedy in life, how to surrender our anger and choose joy, and many of the ways the Amish have led the way in teaching us all about forgiveness.

Terri is the mom to four boys and a beloved grandmother, who writes about how to find joy through adversity, and she lives with her husband, Chuck, in Lancaster County Pennsylvania.

Terri shares about:

• Her journey to faith as a young adult
• The events of October 2, 2006 — The Nickel Mines Shooting
• The miracles of comfort and forgiveness that came, even that first day
• And ways to process guilt, fear, and anger amidst unexpected tragedy

Terri and I discuss:

• The incredible kindness and forgiveness of the Amish people
• Her ongoing relationship and partnership with them
• Practical tips in surrendering to God in the middle of pain or suffering
• And what she is continuing to learn as she battles ongoing cancer

Terri shares with the wisdom and perspective of profound experience, and it is a joy to welcome her to the show!

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SCRIPTURE:

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

Philippians 4:6-8 (ESV) 

 

CONNECT with Terri:

Website:

• joythroughadversity.com

 Terri’s book: 

• Forgiven: The Amish School Shooting, a Mother’s Love, and a Story of Remarkable Grace

SOCIAL MEDIA:

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You Tube

LINKS: 

• CBS Evening News  Story: Mother of Amish Shooter Granted Unexpected Forgiveness {VIDEO}

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