She Left Home and Lost Everything… Then This Happened.

About this sermon

When They Walk Away | A Raw Family Testimony of Healing, Redemption, and God’s Faithfulness What do you do when someone you love walks away? In one of the most raw and vulnerable services ever shared at Community Bible Church, Pastor Ed Newton, his wife Stephanie, and their daughter Lola open up about a deeply personal chapter of their family story. This powerful testimony reveals the reality of broken relationships, mental health struggles, control, guilt, and the overwhelming grace of God that brings healing and restoration. Lola shares her journey through identity struggles, unhealthy relationships, depression, and feeling unseen. What began as a search for love in the wrong places led to self harm, broken family relationships, and eventually an abusive marriage. But her story does not end there. Through God’s intervention, she found the courage to leave, return home, pursue healing, and rediscover her identity in Christ. Stephanie shares from a mother’s perspective, walking through fear, heartbreak, and the difficult process of surrendering control. In a season where nothing made sense, she learned to trust God fully, releasing her daughter into His hands and standing on His promises through prayer, faith, and obedience. Pastor Ed speaks honestly about guilt, shame, and the pressure of trying to fix what only God can heal. From the depths of depression and personal brokenness, God met him in a powerful way, reminding him that our identity is not found in our failures but in Christ alone. This message is for anyone navigating difficult relationships, parenting challenges, estrangement, anxiety, depression, or seasons where life feels out of control. It is a reminder that no matter how far someone has gone, God is still pursuing, still working, and still able to restore. You are not too far gone. You are not too broken. Your story is not over. Key themes in this message: Letting go of control and trusting God Healing from toxic and abusive relationships Overcoming depression, anxiety, and shame Restoring family relationships Finding identity in Christ The power of prayer, surrender, and obedience God’s faithfulness in the darkest seasons This testimony declares a powerful truth. God is still in the business of redemption. He meets us in our lowest moments and turns pain into purpose for His glory. If this message speaks to you, share it with someone who needs hope today. We are Community Bible Church located in San Antonio, Texas. You may be brand new and want to explore what we are about, or you may have been with us a while but want to learn more. Either way, we are glad you are here! To learn more about Community Bible Church, visit http://www.communitybible.com To connect with us socially: Facebook - https://cbc.social/facebook Twitter - https://cbc.social/twitter Instagram - https://cbc.social/instagram Online Church is a ministry of Community Bible Church. We gather at http://OnlineChurch.com and enjoy good music and a message. We have services available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We hope you will find a service or several services that work for you and join us at Online Church. To connect with us socially: Facebook - http://facebook.com/cbconline

Topics

• Suffering & Trials