It is difficult to understand what happened on Thursday, May 14, 2026, when Marla Gale somehow survived a devastating car accident despite suffering severe injuries, while her 13-year-old son was killed instantly. In this week’s episode, Marla shares what she experienced that day and what God has shown her in the days since. Through unimaginable loss and miraculous survival, one thing has become clear: God is in charge.
If you’re here living, you’re supposed to be here and if someone isn’t here anymore, it’s because they’re supposed to be there.
Show Notes:
2:09- Parker Gale
7:16- Nature Vs. Nurture
10:47- The Day of the Accident
13:57- Prepared
17:38- The Truck Driver
20:49- Recovery, Realization and Healing
28:12- Family Support
30:17- Joy Cometh in the Mourning
34:40- Due Dates
45:08- Parker’s Temple Endowment
47:56- Help to Stand
52:50- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
Links:
Articles about Marla’s accident: https://www.deseret.com/faith/2026/05/24/latter-day-saint-influencer-marla-gale-receives-outpouring-support-after-tragedy-car-accident/
President Nelson quote about joy: "The joy we feel has little to do with the circumstances of our lives and everything to do with the focus of our lives" https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/10/joy-and-spiritual-survival?lang=eng
President Nelson’s “A Plea to My Sisters”: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/10/a-plea-to-my-sisters?lang=eng
View transcript here.