Marla Gale: A Time to Be Born and a Time to Die

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. 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? "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." 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/ https://people.com/13-year-old-boy-dies-after-family-minivan-collides-with-semi-truck-at-dangerous-intersection-11978993 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