When Survival Becomes Worship-Abri’s Faith Walk

When Survival Becomes Worship-Abri’s Faith Walk

From Be-YOU-tiful Adaptive Warrior by Angie Heuser

April 15, 2026 · 52 min · Season 6 · Episode 15

About this episode

This episode features a conversation with Nikkole about her daughter Abri's inspiring journey through chronic pain and cancer.

Finding Joy in Chronic Pain   What happens when the warrior you planned to interview is not quite ready to speak, but her story still needs to be heard? Sometimes the bravest thing we can do is pivot, honor the moment, and make space for healing. This week’s episode was deeply special to me because it was a beautiful reminder that not every story unfolds the way we expect it to. I had planned to sit down with Abri, a young woman who has inspired me for years, but life asked us to pivot. Instead, I had the privilege of talking with her mom, Nikkole, and together we shared the story of a young woman whose life has been marked by unimaginable hardship, extraordinary courage, and unwavering faith.   A young Abri, when they discovered Ewing’s Sarcoma.   Even during the early struggles, humor was her super power.   I first met Abri years ago, shortly after my own amputation. I was still on crutches, still trying to process what my future might look like, when this little girl came over to meet me in a church parking lot. She was only around nine years old at the time, and yet she was the one encouraging me. She told me I was going to be okay. I have never…

People in this episode

Host: Angie Heuser

Guest: Nikkole

Topics covered

  • chronic pain
  • faith
  • courage
  • personal stories
  • health
  • resilience

Keywords

  • chronic pain
  • Ewing's Sarcoma
  • faith
  • courage
  • personal growth
  • inspiration

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