S14:E17 | Brandon Stover: Held by God Through Every Trial

From Cedarville Stories by Cedarville University

April 29, 2026 · 37 min · Season 14

About this episode

Brandon Stover shares his journey of faith and resilience through trials during his time at Cedarville University.

Held by God Through Every Trial Brandon Stover’s story is marked by God’s faithful presence through both unexpected joy and deep hardship. As he prepares to graduate from Cedarville University with a degree in special education, he does so with a heart shaped by struggle, strengthened by grace, and anchored in the steady leadership of the Lord. When Brandon came to Cedarville, he found much more than a place to earn a degree. He found a Christ-centered community that welcomed him, cared for him, and showed him the love of God in everyday ways. Through friendships, professors, and the ordinary rhythms of campus life, Brandon began to see that Cedarville was a place where faith was lived out. That sense of belonging became one of the sweetest parts of his journey. As he recently shared on the Cedarville Stories podcast, God’s hand was evident in every chapter, gently reminding him that he was never walking alone. But Brandon’s college years also carried deep pain. Just weeks into his first semester, Brandon’s mom was involved in a tragic car accident. In an instant, he and his family were thrown into a season of fear, grief, and urgent prayer. So much felt uncertain, yet God met…

People in this episode

Guest: Brandon Stover

Topics covered

faith
struggle
community
grief
education
God's presence

Keywords

Cedarville University
Brandon Stover
faith
trials
community
grief
Functional Neurologic Disorder

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Cedarville University