Granger and Amber Smith Share How They Worked Through Grief After Losing Son
I Am Second Film Gives Hope to Those Experiencing Extreme Suffering
PLANO, Texas, August 26, 2021 – Global storytelling organization, I Am Second, today released its latest White Chair Film featuring Granger Smith, American country singer-songwriter, and his wife Amber Smith, in which they share their story of healing, discovering meaning and purpose and even finding joy after losing their son.
The new White Chair Film details the Smith family’s experience of losing their youngest son, 3-year-old River, in a drowning accident at their home pool while they were playing in the summer of 2019.
“When I think of suffering, none of it makes sense, none of it seems right, none of it seems fair,” said Amber Smith. “People always say how can a good God cause suffering?”
Through heartbreak and struggling with grief, the Smiths went to therapy sessions and even a retreat to try and heal from the trauma but did not truly feel satisfied until they realized that the Word of God itself, might be enough to diminish some of the suffering they were experiencing.
“I really started to hear the voice of God through the word of God,” said Granger Smith. “God doesn’t take away suffering. Suffering is promised in the Bible, but the power of God sustains us through the suffering, instead of eliminating it. There is so much peace knowing that there is a purpose and plan made for good.”
The Smiths welcomed the addition of a baby boy to their family after a long journey with IVF and a miscarriage.
“Knowing that He has overcome the world is restoration. That is healing. That is meaning and purposeful, as much as it hurts,” said Amber Smith. “He is working and he is working all things out for good.”
To learn more and watch the film visit, https://www.iamsecond.com/grangerandamber.
About I Am Second
I Am Second is a non-profit launched in 2008 that ignites hope and inspires people to live for God and for others. Its website, iamsecond.com, features written and film-based stories of more than 100 athletes, actors, models, musicians, cultural influencers and everyday people who have stepped in front of the camera and declared, “I Am Second.” For information, visit iamsecond.com.
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