Episode 84 - Amelia Fowler: Faith, Hope, & Terminal Cancer

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In this episode, we sit down with Amelia, a wonderful doctor and woman of great faith, whose journey spans continents and brings light to some of life’s most challenging situations. From her decision to pursue medicine to her work supporting frontline healthcare workers during COVID in South Africa, Amelia’s story is one of love for, and submission to, Christ.

Amelia opens up about her shocking stomach cancer diagnosis, describing the miraculous moments she's experienced along the way. She reflects on the emotional and physical struggles of facing a terminal illness and the strength she’s drawn from her family. Through it all, Amelia reveals how she continues to find life-giving hope and joy in her relationship with Jesus, reminding us to keep our eyes on Him no matter the storm.
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0:00 – Sneak Peek
0:55 – Introduction
1:05 – Context for this episode
2:09 – Meet Amelia
2:42 – Why Medicine?
3:00 – Journey to New Zealand
4:45 – Supporting Nurses and Doctors in South Africa During COVID
7:58 – Amelia's Faith Journey
10:30 – Personal Spiritual Growth Habits
13:35 – Facing a Stomach Cancer Diagnosis
19:45 – Experiencing Miracles
31:15 – Coping with Cancer’s Physical Challenges
33:39 – Sources of Support During Illness
36:51 – Considering Returning to South Africa
39:10 – How Amelia’s Family is Handling the Prognosis
43:55 – Navigating Tension as a Christian Doctor
45:20 – Processing Life and Mortality
50:14 – Life-Giving Sources in This Season
52:17 – Final Thoughts: Keep Your Eyes on Jesus
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