Whether you're right in the middle of your grief or you want to help people who are, join us as we discuss facing life's toughest challenges. Deep loss is lonely, but running to the hard is better when you're running together.
“Run to the hard, run to the hurt, for it's in the greatest hard that God 's gonna do His greatest work.” - Michal
Throughout episodes, Curtis shares his own hardships, from childhood to adulthood, and how Michal’s words have taught him to look at things from a new perspective.
All Episodesn This episode, Curtis is joined by his long-time friends Steph and Dale Schaeffer. They discuss the challenges of caring for aging parents, the importance of having difficult conversations about health and care, and the emotional toll of being part of the sandwich generation.
Curtis invites his girlfriend Crystal to speak live at Sunbury Nazarene Church in Sunbury, Ohio to answer the question, what does Thanksgiving and gratitude look like right in the middle of devastation and pain?
Curtis & Tristan are back with a part II of the grief convo they highlight essential questions around grieving: how we can support each other, the role of faith in suffering, and why establishing boundaries in grief is necessary.
In this episode, Curtis interviews his former ball player who is now an author, a pastor and griever who lost his young daughter Maria, who died suddenly in his arms in 2016.
In this episode, Chris and Curtis delve into the profound journey of grief, exploring how and when to find motivation after loss.
In this episode, Chris interviews Curtis, particularly focusing on the transition from the first to the second year after the loss of his wife and the lessons he has learned.
You will hear the amazing story of how Curtis learned to Run to the Hard from his wife Michal, and find hope that God alone can provide even in the midst of tragedy.
In this heartfelt conversation, Chris walks Crystal and her new love after loss through their current experiences as they date after losing their spouses.
In this conversation, Curtis leads podcast listener, Crystal through an incredible journey through loss, abandonment, and the challenges of navigating life after loss of her husband.
In this conversation, Co host Chris, invites his wife Johnna on the podcast to breathe out their personal and fresh journey of walking through a late miscarriage in January 2024.
Chris helps Curtis breathe out his personal experience with his absent and neglectful father.
Chris interviews guest Josh Delph on his complex feelings of grief, not just for his father’s passing but for the relationship that never was and the forgiveness and regrets he has now that the window is closed on Dad.
Curtis and Chris discuss the importance of running to the hard things in life and finding joy in the midst of pain. They reflect on Curtis's late wife Michal's last words.
The duo battle with the harsh questions of who God is after loss and the questions they both have as they try to understand why God allows the hurt and the hard.
Join us as we pull an off-the-cuff episode from our early archives where Curtis wanted to share who Michal was—the hilarious things she did, the fierce mother she was, and the impactful lessons she left us all.
In this conversation, Curtis and Chris discuss the impact of those around grief.
In this conversation, Chris and Curtis discuss the many waves of grief and cover ways to show compassion to those who have experienced loss.
In this conversation, Chris and Curtis discuss the topics of loneliness and the temptation to seek fulfillment in unhealthy ways after loss.
In this conversation, Chris and Curtis discuss the importance of the lessons that Michal taught Curtis about “Saying the Things”
Join Curtis & Chris as they cover the period after the funeral, detailing the initial days and months following the loss of Curtis’s beloved wife, Michal.
In this conversation, Curtis shares his experience of being with Michal in the hospital and witnessing her final breath as he wrestles with raw questions about heaven.
A heartfelt discussion on preparing for grief and navigating the emotions surrounding the final ten days in the hospital.
Curtis highlights several profound “God moments” that proved God’s perfect timing and promises for a new and brighter future in bringing beauty from the ashes.
Welcome to the pilot episode of the Run to the Hard Podcast! Join hosts Chris Farrell and Curtis Christopher as they dive into the powerful origin story behind the mantra, "Run to the Hard," inspired by Curtis' beloved late wife, Michal Christopher.
Get a quick sneak peak into the upcoming first season of Run to the Hard!
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Embark on a deeply personal journey of resilience, hope, and healing with Curtis Christopher and co-host Chris Farrell on the "Run to the Hard" podcast. In the wake of sudden tragedy and profound grief, Curtis vulnerably shares his experiences of navigating life's toughest moments after losing his beloved wife Michal to a sudden and aggressive battle to cancer.
Read MoreGod doesn’t promise us a life free of suffering, but He always brings healing and restoration on other end.
Our goal is to inspire you to face life’s trials with courage and trust in God’s plan and to run to the hard.