Compelled - Christian Stories & Testimonies

This is Part 2 of Josh and Amy Glasscock's story. We’ll hear how Josh's cystic fibrosis has worsened and irreparably damaged his lungs. Soon, they'll be confronted with several life-and-death decisions. Only God will be able to carry them through the storms ahead.If you haven’t listened to Part 1 yet, then please listen to that first. Just look up episode “#38 Chronically Sick. Abundantly Alive. - Josh & Amy Glasscock, Part 1”.💬 LEAVE A COMMENT about this story (no login required): https://galas.fm/episode/8bca75eb-d87d-5222-8cb2-d291d0d15fd9Show notes and detailed description available here: https://compelledpodcast.com/39-my-last-breath-life-with-cystic-fibrosis-josh-amy-glasscock/++++++++++++Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world.These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!Want to support the show? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donatePerks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a child, Josh Glasscock was diagnosed with a rare genetic disease called cystic fibrosis, which has no cure and always causes death in its victims.But instead of shutting down and resigning himself to a defeated existence doomed to die, Josh and his wife Amy believe that God has called them to live a full and abundant life.💬 LEAVE A COMMENT about this story (no login required): https://galas.fm/episode/ed170634-b904-5a72-9453-aa24e5fc9c05Show notes and detailed description available here: https://compelledpodcast.com/38-chronically-sick-abundantly-alive-josh-amy-glasscock/++++++++++++Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world.These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!Want to support the show? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donatePerks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For years, Laura Perry rejected God and hated her own body. Laura thought she would find answers by transgendering herself into a “man”. She had numerous hormone injections and extensive surgeries, removing every female organ in her body.But after living as a transgender “man” for almost 10 years she encountered the love of Christ and was confronted with a difficult choice. Laura’s mother, Francine Perry, joins us as well to share her perspective throughout Laura's journey.💬 LEAVE A COMMENT about Laura's story (no login required): https://galas.fm/episode/a6c0a8b5-672c-5126-9ffc-10ba6b79494cShow notes and detailed description available here: https://compelledpodcast.com/37-transgender-to-transformed-laura-perry/++++++++++++Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world.These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!Want to support the show? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donatePerks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before he was saved, Bruce had everything he ever wanted. Money, women, drugs, fame, and 2 NFL Super Bowl rings… yet he only felt emptiness inside. It was only after Bruce found Christ, through the faithful witness of his mom, that he experienced true joy and purpose.💬 LEAVE A COMMENT about this story (no login required): https://galas.fm/episode/cfd5cd91-f5b9-5856-8ec2-bd07693c6c10You can hear the edited version of Bruce Collie's story by listening here: https://compelledpodcast.com/06-bruce-collie-nfl-super-bowl-champion/++++++++++++Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world.These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!Want to support the show? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donatePerks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Atticus Carr, was a young man completely devoted to Hindu mysticism and New Age philosophy. But then one night, for inexplicable reasons he began reading the Bible which opened his eyes to the truth.💬 LEAVE A COMMENT about this story (no login required): https://galas.fm/episode/f60bfe64-2b68-5d01-8944-2d335e90f3e7Show notes and detailed description available here: https://compelledpodcast.com/36-hindu-mystic-meets-jesus-atticus-carr/++++++++++++Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world.These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!Want to support the show? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donatePerks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yusuf Agoro was raised in a faithful Muslim family in the Houston suburbs. But when as a teenager he placed his faith in Jesus, his devout Muslim parents, relatives, and mosque ordered him to recant. Could his brand new faith stand firm?💬 LEAVE A COMMENT about this story (no login required): https://galas.fm/episode/a3cd74d1-ebdb-5166-a0db-5782c772e097Show notes and detailed description available here: https://compelledpodcast.com/35-a-muslim-converted-yusuf-agoro/++++++++++++Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world.These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!Want to support the show? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donatePerks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doug and Selah Helms saw their world turned upside down when a terrible car accident left their 17-year-old son with a traumatic brain injury. They would face the greatest trial of their life and their faith in the Lord would be tested to the limit.💬 LEAVE A COMMENT about this story (no login required): https://galas.fm/episode/ff69073a-b400-5299-ab88-6575bd6a55fbShow notes and detailed description available here: https://compelledpodcast.com/34-life-after-trauma-doug-and-selah-helms/++++++++++++Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world.These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!Want to support the show? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donatePerks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julian Weber was a regular father from suburban America who had everything the American Dream could offer - a loving wife, 4 children, a beautiful home, a great job, and even leadership in his church.But when his identity was stripped away, his idyllic life soon followed. He became addicted to painkillers, alcohol, and pornography - and everything he held precious was destroyed. Only a Savior could bring him peace.💬 LEAVE A COMMENT about this story (no login required): https://galas.fm/episode/7189a066-0b79-5d55-84a2-a9555b178f87Show notes and detailed description available here: https://compelledpodcast.com/33-saved-from-painkillers-julian-weber++++++++++++Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world.These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!Want to support the show? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donatePerks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason and David Benham (a.k.a The Benham Brothers) share the remarkable story of growing up as identical twins, becoming professional baseball players, and working today as successful real estate entrepreneurs.But everything took a twist when they were told their national reality TV show would be canceled unless they renounced their beliefs in the Bible.💬 LEAVE A COMMENT about this story (no login required): https://galas.fm/episode/ec68b4db-29d5-50cb-869d-7de0a81150b4Show notes and detailed description are available here: https://compelledpodcast.com/32-whatever-the-cost-the-benham-brothers/++++++++++++Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world.These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!Want to support the show? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donatePerks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Virginia Prodan is an attorney from Romania who was persecuted by her government during the 1980s after she began defending Christians in court from the Communist regime.After Virginia brought international attention to the plight of Christians in her country the Romanian president sent an assassin to kill her at her office one evening.She was alone and unprotected, and what happened next was unthinkable...💬 LEAVE A COMMENT about this story (no login required): https://galas.fm/episode/8f721a41-ebac-592b-9ab5-cad4e13233edShow notes and detailed description available here: https://compelledpodcast.com/31-he-came-to-kill-me-virginia-prodan++++++++++++Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world.These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!Want to support the show? Either make a one-time gift, or become a Monthly Partner at: https://compelledpodcast.com/donatePerks of being a Monthly Partner include: EARLY ACCESS to each new Compelled episode 1 week early! FULL LIBRARY of our unedited, behind-the-scenes interviews with each guest... over 100+ hours of additional stories and takeaways! Become a Monthly Partner by selecting the "Monthly" option during check-out. Show notes, emails, and more at: https://compelledpodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices