This is one of the most personal and meaningful episodes we’ve ever shared.
In this special episode of the Pillars of Purpose podcast, Matthew opens up about the life of his son Noah—who lived for 57 hours—and the journey of faith, grief, and purpose that followed.
During pregnancy, Matthew and his wife received the heartbreaking diagnosis that Noah had trisomy 13. What followed were months of anticipatory grief—loving their son deeply while preparing to say goodbye.
Noah was born on March 7th… and passed away just two days later.
But this episode isn’t just about loss.
It’s about what happens in the middle of the storm—
when prayers feel unanswered,
when your strength runs out,
and when your faith is tested in ways you never expected.
Matthew shares how his relationship with God became his anchor, how grief impacted his marriage, leadership, and identity as a father—and how their family found a way not just to survive, but to walk forward with purpose.
This episode also introduces his new book: “Even Though, We Will: Finding Rest in the Waves of Child Loss and the Practical Arks that Carry Us Through.”
Inside the book, Matthew breaks down:
* The emotional waves of grief
* The spiritual foundation that carried them
* Practical ways to support others in suffering
* A rare and honest perspective from a father navigating loss
This conversation is for:
• Parents walking through grief
• Friends and family who want to show up better
• Leaders trying to carry responsibility while hurting
• Anyone asking, “Where is God in this?”
If you’ve ever faced loss, confusion, or deep pain… you’re not alone.
And even in the waves—there is still hope.
👉 Learn more / get the book: EvenThoughWeWill.com
👉 Support Noah’s Foundation or nominate a family in need
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