Episode Overview:
In this deeply moving episode of The Oopsy Daisy Podcast, Amanda Hirdler sits down with hospice nurse Sarah Roche to discuss the realities of death, the sacredness of end-of-life care, and the profound lessons she’s learned from walking alongside patients and families in their final moments.
Sarah shares her personal journey into hospice nursing, from a heartbreaking childhood loss that sparked her calling to the God-orchestrated path that led her into this field. She opens up about witnessing both peaceful and unsettling end-of-life experiences, revealing the stark contrast between those who pass with faith and those who struggle in their final moments.
If you’ve ever wondered about hospice, the dying process, or how faith plays a role in our final days, this episode offers both comfort and eye-opening insights into a topic many avoid but all will eventually face.
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
✔️ Death Doesn’t Have to Be Scary – Hospice allows people to pass in comfort, dignity, and peace.
✔️ Faith Brings Comfort – Many patients experience visions of loved ones and angelic presences before passing.
✔️ Regret at the End of Life is Real – The best way to live is to make peace, forgive, and embrace the life God has given you.
✔️ Hospice is About Living Well – It’s not just about dying; it’s about making the final chapter the best it can be.
✔️ God is in the Details – From the timing of care to the people He places in our lives, God’s presence is undeniable.
Encouragement for You:
🔹 Facing end-of-life conversations? You’re not alone—God walks with you through it.
🔹 Struggling with loss? There is hope, peace, and healing available.
🔹 Afraid of death? Faith in Jesus transforms fear into an expectation of eternity.
🔹 Wondering about the afterlife? Many testimonies reveal glimpses of what’s to come.
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🔗 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch/cMN2lvFrMvY
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