#41 They Lost Their Son | But Never Lost Faith

In this deeply emotional episode of Chronicles of Faith, we sit down with a husband and wife whose story is one of conversion, love, loss, grief, and unwavering faith.After embracing Islam over 25 years ago, they went on to face trials most parents could never imagine, losing two sons. One son lived with chronic illness throughout his life, while the other passed away suddenly after being diagnosed with a brain tumour.00:00 A powerful glimpse into their story02:05 Meet Ali and Fatima03:05 From New Zealand to Australia04:28 Her father’s journey to Islam06:00 The Quran moment that changed everything07:10 Embracing Islam over 25 years ago08:05 The burial that led her to Islam09:40 Their family and first experience of grief11:00 Sponsor break12:00 His questions about Islam answered13:10 Saying the Shahada at 1am14:15 Their Islamic marriage contract16:20 The first signs of Adris’ illness18:50 Doctors gave him 6–12 months20:25 The Islamic reminder that carried her22:15 Making life accessible for Adris24:20 Seeking treatment overseas25:30 Baby Riyad enters the family28:20 Riyad’s love, leadership and character31:05 The sudden seizure that changed everything32:30 The brain cancer diagnosis34:30 Stage four cancer and searching for answers36:05 Relying on Allah through illness38:00 Staying positive during hardship39:40 His final days40:50 The burial and community support42:10 Fully relying on Allah44:30 Being grateful for 14 years with Riyad45:30 Honouring family, culture and faith46:15 The haka at both burials47:10 Losing two sons and grieving differently48:10 Staying together through hardship50:10 Children are an amanah from Allah51:25 Advice for parents facing loss52:45 We move forward, we do not move on53:20 Creating a legacy for their sons54:15 Turning Riyad’s dream into a charity56:05 Final reflections and duaThis conversation is a reminder that grief is not weakness. Islam does not tell us to bury our pain or pretend we are okay. It gives us a way to carry grief and find meaning through the hardest moments of life.👉 Drop a comment: What was your biggest takeaway from this episode?👉 Like, Subscribe & hit the 🔔 for real convos on faith, culture & impact.🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📺 Watch full episodes here on YouTube✨ Chronicles of Faith PodcastInspiring stories of faith, purpose, and culture to help you live with impact.📱 Follow us:Instagram → @chroniclesoffaithpodcastTikTok → @chroniclesoffaithpodcast🌐 Website → socialtap.com/cofpodcastExplore the podcast