Even when trauma leads to emotional collapse, God does not withdraw. He draws near with care, listens without judgment, and renews us with grace. Connection—both divine and human—can heal what fear tried to break and restore us to a place of purpose and belonging.We cannot always avoid traumatic events in life, and even when the enemy seeks to exploit our emotional and physical vulnerabilities, a real and authentic connection with God restores what was lost.

Emotional emptiness does not always become lifelong trauma. The fullness of God overcomes the vulnerability of emptiness. There is real pain, but it doesn’t always end in chronic trauma. Even in the midst of trauma, emptiness, and brokenness, Satan tempts us—to fall, to destroy ourselves, or to self-protect through harmful patterns. Yet God can fill us, heal us, and empower us to overcome. He can sustain the heart through brokenness. There may be trauma, but not necessarily emotional or spiritual destruction—only tears, processing, and the redemption of a painful story.

Trauma wounds deeply—affecting the heart, mind, and soul. But the Gospel brings more than comfort; it brings redemption. In this session, we’ll explore how Christ meets us in our pain, restores our identity, and rewrites our stories through grace. God's redemptive power doesn’t erase our scars—it transforms them into testimonies of healing and hope.

Fellowship Lunch

Healing isn't a one-time event—it’s a daily journey. This session unpacks how restoration becomes a lifestyle through ongoing surrender, community, and spiritual formation. When healing is integrated into how we live, think, and relate, brokenness no longer defines us. Instead, God’s renewing presence becomes our source of strength, resilience, and wholeness.

(GP, PC, IR, NR. moderator Dr Smith)

We can move from suffering to hope. Being struck down does not necessarily mean being destroyed. God’s purpose and calling can overcome our brokenness. Even when we live in constant exposure to danger and pain, every wound can be used by God to carry the gospel into dark places.Suffering does not break us—it shapes us to reflect Christ more deeply. Trauma doesn’t have the final word when we live with eternal purpose. Human fragility can become a vessel for God’s glory.