Season 2: Shaken with Steve SunshineEven followers of Jesus experience things in life that can make a firm foundation feel kind of well shaky. I will be sharing stories of people finding hope, joy and even humor under difficult life circumstances. The common denominator in these stories is God.Season 1: Hope When Life Hurts with Erica ParkersonWelcome to Hope When Life Hurts, a special 5-episode podcast series designed to shine a light on what God is doing during the darkest moments of our lives. God wants to meet you in the middle of your mess. There is Hope for when you...
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27 min
Rescued by Jesus with Alex Harter
Alexandria Harter has been addicted to drugs and alcohol, she has been homeless, she has experienced sexual trauma... Jesus rescued her from all of those things. This episode is th…
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29 min
The Power of Stubborn Prayer with Jen Tekiele
From her own near fatal mystery illness, to her husband's near fatal brain injury, Jen Tekiele has had stubborn faith and prayed stubborn prayers. And she has seen God do miracles.…
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27 min
A Message of Hope from a Dark Place with Camden McKuras
Camden McKuras is in a season of darkness where God seems absent. Right now. This is not a story of past struggle. It's happening now. Camden shares the reason for the hope he has,…
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19 min
Suffering and Spiritual Formation with Kyle Strobel Part 2
This is a continuation of the discussion in Episode 47 about When God Seems Distant. Kyle talks about how suffering can help you grow spiritually. He also draws a distinction betwe…
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25 min
When God Seems Distant with Kyle Strobel
In this conversation, Kyle Strobel discusses his book 'When God Seems Distant' and explores the themes of spiritual dryness, the desert experience, and the importance of navigating…
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30 min
God Meets Us in Our Suffering with Rolf Jacobson
Rolf Jacobson had cancer as a teenager and survived, but it led to the amputation of both his legs. Years later, his brother Karl and their friend Mike were also diagnosed with can…
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12 min
Purposely Presents: Luke - A 24-Day Journey to Christmas
Prepare your heart for Christmas by walking through the Gospel of Luke — one chapter each day. We're already a few days in, but it isn't too late to join us on this journey... We'r…
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15 min
Psalm 23 in the Valley with Steve Sunshine
Sometimes life takes a turn we never expected, and it can feel overwhelming. I never imagined Parkinson’s would become part of my story, but here I am—learning to walk this road wi…
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31 min
Singing Through the Fire
Lara Silverman has a rare neurological disorder. She lives in a state of constant and severe vertigo. It has cost her her career, and left her mostly homebound. Tragically, the dis…
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24 min
Remember Heaven with Matt McCullough
Matt McCullough is pastor at Edgefield Church in Nashville, and author of Remember Heaven; Meditations on the World to Come for Life in the Meantime. He talks about how remembering…
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30 min
When Something You Love Isn't Good For You with Nathan Sutherland
Nathan Sutherland realized his compulsive video gaming had gotten to the point where he didn’t just enjoy playing, he needed to play to be okay. So he stopped. And hasn’t gone back…
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30 min
Moving from Grief to Action with Cindy Brinker Simmons
Cindy Brinker Simmons is back! Don't miss our first conversation in episode 32. This time we focused in on moving from grief to action. God wants to do something good with the thin…
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28 min
A Faith Under Siege with Karl Alhgren
Please note that this episode includes references to the horrors of war. Listener discretion is advised.Christians in Ukraine have come under attack by the Russian military. Karl A…
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35 min
Cradled in Hope with Ashley Opliger
When Ashley lost her daughter Bridget to a miscarriage, it was devestating for her and her husband Matt. Since then, she has been committed to helping other moms who are grieving m…
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38 min
Faith on the Frontlines of Ukraine Part 2, with Mikhail Pavenko
Note: Please be aware that this podcast includes descriptions of the horrors of war. Be careful of young ears around you when listening, or put your earbuds in.Mikhail Pavenko has…
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31 min
God, What Do I Do? with Katie Reid
Making decisions can cause a lot of stress. Little ones like where are we going to eat tonight, or what movie do you want to watch, can be frustrating and irritating. But when ther…
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33 min
Healing from Life's Deepest Hurts with Kimberly Haar
Note: This episode contains depictions of violence and abuse. It is not recommended for kids, and listener discretion is advised.Kimberly Haar has lived a nightmare. She was beaten…
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43 min
Losing the Love of Your Life with AJ Strout
Imagine losing the person you're closest to in the whole world. That's what happened with AJ Strout when she lost her husband Steve to cancer. Where do you go from from there? How…
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31 min
God, Can We Chat? with Niki Hardy
Has what's happened in your life up to now left you a bit perplexed? Niki Hardy, is a speaker, podcaster, and author of "God, Can We Chat? A Daringly Honest Guide to Growing Closer…
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28 min
Am I Just My Brain? with Sharon Dirckx
If you or someone you love has suffered from a neurological disorder, you may have asked yourself "Am I Just My Brain?" Sharon Dirckx has written a book by that name. Spoiler alert…