Granger Smith on Finding Faith, Purpose After Tragic Loss of His Son

Mr. Smith’s forthcoming children’s book, ‘Up Toward the Light,’ debuts April 2.

Granger Smith visits Music Choice in New York City on Aug. 16, 2018. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images

Platinum-selling country singer Granger Smith shocked his fans last April when he announced his decision to leave behind his more than two-decades-long career in music to devote his life to the church.

Now, Mr. Smith is opening up about how his faith and pursuit of God’s calling have helped him to heal and find purpose again following the devastating loss of his 3-year-old son, River, who tragically passed away from a drowning accident in June 2019.