The Unfolding

Ryan Graves thought he was a Christian, but a near-death experience and over a year of hospital stays due to alcohol abuse, was the wake-up call that led him on a new path of passion for Jesus.  Now, Ryan shares his journey of end-stage liver disease and the Good News of the Gospel with anyone who will listen.  You can learn more about Ryan's journey at his website.  https://thesoultrek.com/  

Growing up in an alcoholic home, Jason Lomelino just wanted to find peace.  He was confident religion wasn’t the answer and spent his days partying and drinking.  But then one night he was “ambushed by the love of God” and all he wanted to do was tell people about Jesus.  That’s when Jason got a crazy idea.  Why not go into the darkest place he knew – the hard-partying streets of Isla Vista, California, and have a barbecue?  That first night turned into more than twenty years, thousands of free burgers, and countless lives changed through the ministry of Jesus Burgers. 

When Tina Zimmerman heard and saw the story of Gary Miracle, a man who suddenly lost all four limbs, she wanted to use her unique gifting to help him. Tina trains service dogs for people with disabilities. At first, she thought she might be able to get this done through an organization that she's a part of, which is involved in creating service dogs for wounded veterans. But Gary was not a veteran. After a short period of wrestling. She knew that God was calling her to donate her time and resources to change Gary's life for the better. ECMO, Gary's dog, has not only been the physical help that Gary has needed, but he's also been a needed companion through difficult times.

In this inspiring episode, we dive deep into the personal faith journey of singer/songwriter Rachael Lampa.  Rachael tells the story of her early rise to fame, the pressures and imposter syndrome she faced, and her courageous decision to step away from the spotlight at 21. Through this season, she found a renewed connection with her faith and redefined her identity outside of music. Now, she's back with a new perspective on life, love, and God. Rachael Lampa is known for inspiring songs like “Somebody to You,” and “Perfectly Loved.”  Join us as Rachael shares her struggles, triumphs, and the beautiful moments that have shaped her journey. 

Kristy Heilman and her husband both felt a call from God to move to Iowa. But why? Well, this is one of those stories where we celebrate the providence of God's blessing after the obedience of his children. Later, when Kristy's son Austin was born with bilateral clubfoot, they learned they were a mere 90 minutes away from one of the leading world experts on the matter, and the path the healing was a short trip during a difficult season of their family's life. Hear Kristy share how God healed Austin, and why she says "Wow, God!"

Jon Reddick is a singer and worship leader who writes songs of hope and healing, like “God, Turn It Around” and “I Believe It.” There was a time when the hurts and hard parts of life left him questioning, is God’s plan always good?  Would the dreams planted in Jon’s heart ever really happen?  He seriously considered leaving music behind.  But God used encounters with two strangers to affirm Jon’s purpose and change his life.

Susie Larson shares a story where it felt like God was absent, or "lost" her "address". Through sickness with her very young kids, her own journey with Lyme disease, she realized that God had not turned her back on her, but rather He used these trials so He could say "Yes" to her son Jordan's life.  “Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalms 46:10)

As co-founder of She Reads Truth, Amanda Bible Williams has helped women around the world read God’s Word every day.  She believes in the power of the Bible to transform lives and to sustain during difficult times. A few years after launching She Reads Truth, Amanda and her husband David began the process of adopting their son Toby, who was born with a heart defect.  That journey has included both amazing miracles and exhausting suffering, and seeing how God is close through it all. 

Andy Youso's son wanted a bike. Andy was overjoyed at the prospect of his son playing less video games, getting out of the house, and making more memories with friends. But bikes being damaged by so-called friends and then stolen from strangers wasn't what either of them had envisioned. Hear how God answered a prayer, putting Andy at just the right place at the perfect time. 

When there is deception in marriage, how can you rebuild trust? For more than 20 years Mark and Jill Savage had served in ministry; Mark as a pastor, and Jill as the founder and director of Hearts at Home, a ministry for moms.  Their marriage had good seasons and hard seasons. But in what the Savages describe as their darkest year, they faced infidelity and were headed for divorce.  How could the pieces of their shattered life be put together again?  Today Mark and Jill are passionate about encouraging marriages and families. Jill is the host of the No more Perfect Podcast and has authored twelve books.  Together Mark and Jill have authored two books and provide marriage coaching and resources at JillSavage.com. This episode contains adult content.