Amber and Granger Smith join us for one of the most honest conversations we've ever had. We talk about Granger's journey from country music to ministry, Amber's perspective through every season, the heartbreaking loss they've openly shared with the world, and how their faith has shaped the way they continue moving forward. We also dive into: • Granger's transitioning from the stage to serving as a pastor • Marriage through life's biggest challenges • Raising a family in the public eye • What grief has taught them about hope • Their latest podcast and the conversations they're passionate about • Advice for anyone walking through hardship Whether you've followed Granger's music for years or recently discovered their ministry and podcast, this conversation offers encouragement, wisdom, and an honest look at finding purpose through every season of life. If this episode encouraged you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who could use a little hope today. https://arisewithamber.com/pages/our-family-story https://www.instagram.com/amberemilysmith/?hl=en https://open.spotify.com/episode/2yZ813twuMVn02b6pNalpQ https://www.instagram.com/grangersmith/?hl=en

(00:00) from country music to pastor

(01:20) amber and granger's story

(04:43) why ministry?

(09:40) why putting it on paper became beautiful

(11:30) the story behind the book

(14:50) is grief good? how it can build you

(25:22) why we believed in sharing our story

(30:58) navigating grief with kids

(36:25) our best season yet

(39:00) the journey through seminary

(40:16) the teenage years

(41:30) habits and routines that have helped the smith family

(45:40) a word of hope

(48:55) why reviving the soul matters

(52:52) thoughts on self-help culture

(55:58) temporary vs. everlasting purpose