The Unfolding

Darin Kinder was a U.S. Secret Service agent working inside the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. After the first tower was hit, he and fellow agents helped people evacuate. When Tower 2 began to collapse, Darin thought, “I’m dead.” His next thought, one he believes came from the Holy Spirit, was a single word: “Run.” That split-second decision began his mad dash for life.  But this story is about much more than survival. Darin shares how that day became a turning point in his faith and calling, and why he believes each of us is uniquely designed by God to live courageously and with purpose. This story will not only help you remember 9/11, you’ll also be encouraged to believe that God has a plan for your life and that He will give you the courage to go wherever He leads.  Darin is the founder of Fierce Faith Ministries and author of “Bury Me in a Dirty Suit: Discovering Man’s Valiant Purpose in the Aftermath of 9/11,” dedicated to the 422 first responders who perished at Ground Zero.  Show Notes:   Book: https://www.amazon.com/Bury-Dirty-Suit-Discovering-Aftermath/dp/B0FL1G8774  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/darinkinder/  Website: https://www.fierce-faith.com/ 

“I loved crack more than I loved anything.”   After three decades of destruction, Jesus set Keith Weaver free in an instant. His testimony shows that the same God who restored his life can do the same for you. 

After Andrew Ripp’s family broke apart, he moved to California just to get away.  His addiction to alcohol eventually led to the destruction of every important relationship in his life.  He had grown up in religion, but never had a relationship with a god who could help.  He was alone and desperate.  But Andrew says even the broken and difficult things in life can be a blessing, if they steer you toward the God who loves you.  Today Andrew is a Grammy-nominated songwriter, known for songs like “Jericho,” and “Fill My Cup.”  He spends his days writing and singing about the One who saved him.  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/andrewripp/  Website: https://www.andrewripp.com/     

“If the only way to success is by compromising your convictions, would you still choose success?”   For Michael Seifert, founder of PublicSquare, that was not a hypothetical question. It was a test. With his company’s future on the line, he was offered a massive investment on the condition that he silence his pro-life stance. His answer shaped not only PublicSquare but also the launch of EveryLife, the pro-life diaper company founded by Sarah Gabel Seifert and cofounded by Michael, which puts conviction into action. 

Naomi Raine has been singing about God since she was two and writing songs since she was seven. Her parents were worship leaders, so she literally grew up going to rehearsals and hearing powerful worship songs.  Even before she was born, there was a word spoken over her parents that their children would bless the earth.  That word, combined with a stirring in Naomi, gave her a sense that God was going to use her songs to reach the nations.  But for many years her songs, just like her relationship with God, were being cultivated in the small, quiet places. Today, Naomi’s voice reaches the nations as part of Maverick City Music.  Songs like “Jireh” and “Promises” have become anthems for worshipers around the world.   Show Notes:  Website:  https://www.naomirainemusic.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naomiraine/?hl=en 

"I’m a female with a low voice." For Dr. Kathy Koch, that’s meant navigating stereotypes and cultural confusion. But she’s come to see it as God’s perfect design, and now helps children do the same in Raising Gender-Confident Kids, her new book with Dr. Jeff Myers. 

What do you do when your marriage feels impossible? When one person is chasing God and the other is chasing the party? John Wilson’s story is a powerful reminder that no marriage is beyond hope. From a childhood marked by abuse to a relationship built on partying, addiction, and conflict, John and his wife Beth once seemed worlds apart.  Both were struggling with emptiness and destructive habits. Everything changed the night John encountered Jesus at a Christian concert, sparking a spiritual transformation that would eventually touch their marriage. Over time, both John and Beth surrendered to faith, learned to forgive each other, and rebuilt a marriage rooted in love, grace, and purpose. Today, John leads Light the Way Ministries, reaching hundreds of thousands through Christian music concerts and Missouri’s largest Christian music festival. He is the author of Honky Tonk Nights to Christian Lights.  Show Notes:   Website:   https://www.lightthewayministry.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightthewayministry/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightTheWayMin/  John’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Honky-Tonk-Nights-Christian-Lights/dp/B0D7SX4RSF 

Jake Weidmann is an artist whose mastery of calligraphy, drawing, painting, and wood carving has drawn hundreds of thousands of followers and millions of views from viral videos. His book, Old Soul, New Creation, calls us to slow down and see art as worship. Behind his breathtaking piece, The Old Rugged Cross, is a Good Friday moment he’ll never forget. leading to “two burly men in the lumberyard just weeping over God’s perfect timing.” 

Life doesn’t always turn out the way we planned. Rebekah Albaugh knows that all too well. After facing multiple heartbreaking losses, she could have walked away from her faith. But instead, she discovered something deeper: the steady, faithful presence of Jesus, even in the middle of unimaginable grief. In this episode of The Unfolding, Rebekah shares her story of loss, questions, surrender, and surprising joy. Her journey is hard, but ultimately full of hope. It’s a reminder that even when everything feels broken, God is still writing a good story.  Rebekah is the co-host of the Honest to Goodness Podcast, where she and two close friends tackle real-life struggles with honesty and a strong dose of Gospel truth.  Note: This episode includes sensitive content, including medical trauma and child loss. Please listen with care.  Show Notes:  Rebekah’s Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honesttogoodnesspodcast/  Rebekah’s podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-honest-to-goodness-podcast/id1744950346  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebekah.albaugh.photographer/  Website: https://rebekahalbaugh.com/ 

“I learned how to truly delight in Him…”  Those words weren’t born in a peaceful season. They came from the valley. When Elle Cardel’s daughter Selah was born with a life-threatening heart condition, everything changed.  Over time, those experiences became a message Elle felt called to share. That message is now at the heart of her new book, She Delights.