In Episode 7, we share one of the hardest parts of our story, the passing of our son, Koleson.

We talk about those final moments, the emotions, the questions, the heartbreak, and what it was like to say goodbye to our little boy after fighting alongside him for 4½ years.

This is a story we never wanted to have to tell, but it’s a story that deserves to be told.

Through the pain, we continue to look for God’s presence, His peace, and the purpose He can bring even from the moments that hurt the most.

If you’ve experienced loss, grief, or simply need a reminder that you’re not alone, we hope this episode speaks to you.

Koleson’s story didn’t end on January 3rd, 2026. His impact continues!

In this episode of Light in the Rain, we talk about one of the hardest seasons of our lives: 2025.

As Koleson’s body became weaker and everyday life became harder for him, we watched his world slowly change. Things that once came easily became difficult. His body was struggling, and as his parents, we were watching it happen while desperately wishing we could take it all away.

2 Corinthians 4:8–9 says:

“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.”

Those words became incredibly real for us.

Koleson was hard pressed. His body was failing him. Our family was exhausted, scared, and hurting. There were moments when we didn't understand what God was doing or why he was allowing so much suffering.

But even in the hardest moments, we were not abandoned.

This episode is about what it looks like to hold onto God when your circumstances keep getting harder. It's about watching someone you love struggle and learning that faith doesn't mean you won't hurt, it means you don't have to walk through the hurt alone.

Koleson's story continues to teach us that being struck down isn't the same as being destroyed. And sometimes, God's presence isn't found in changing the circumstance, but in carrying us through it.

If you're going through a season where you feel hard pressed, overwhelmed, or completely exhausted, we hope this episode reminds you that you are not alone.

In this episode, we share how we wrestled with adaptation and the reality that life didn’t unfold the way we hoped. While God didn’t change our circumstances the way we prayed he would, He changed our hearts, strengthened our faith, and carried us through our darkest days.

What if God is doing isn’t changing your circumstances because he wants to change you to handle those circumstances?

If you’ve ever questioned God’s plan, wondered where he is in your pain, or struggled to trust him when life doesn’t make sense, this conversation is for you. We pray our story reminds you that even when you can’t see him working, God is still present, still faithful, and still transforming lives.

Key Scripture: James 1:2–4

“He Wasn’t Supposed to Make It" - The shocking truth behind our son’s survival and the faith revival that followed. Hope this can impact someone's life and bring light to any darkness!

A special Q&A episode of Light in the Rain: Answering questions with honesty, vulnerability, and faith.

We don't have all the answers, but we hope our experiences, our faith, and the lessons we have learned encourages you wherever you are in your story. If you have a question for us, don't worry we will do more Q&A episodes in the future,

Thank you for listening and being apart of the Light in the Rain following!

The Life We Never Expected: Keeping Faith Real and Raw
Sometimes life takes us down roads we never imagined. In this episode, we talk about how we stay connected to our faith through the ups and downs, being authentic and vulnerable throughout the journey. Perfect for anyone who feels life’s twists but wants to stay grounded. Tune in for more content! Please like comment and subscribe! Hit that notification bell. We appreciate your support! Thank you! See you next week!

Light in the Rain Podcast Debut + The launch of Cared By Koleson Nonprofit:

Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Koleson by launching *Light in the Rain* a podcast exploring grief, healing, real-life experiences, and God's light through all seasons of life.

This video also shares the mission behind our nonprofit, Cared By Koleson, committed to making a difference for families in need. Subscribe, support, and follow along our next adventures.