Episode 17: A Baby's Life is Saved: God's Provision Prevails in the Philippines with Cindi Veenstra

God often calls us to things that we don't expect, at a time that we don't expect.

Cindi Veenstra shares her experience of serving in the Philippines where she finds herself in an emergency situation with her premature unborn baby. The way God provided for her during this time is simply extraordinary! I was beyond moved when I heard this miracle of God's provision, and I am so happy to share it with you!

Throughout our talk, Cindi said some profound things that stood out to me:
"The will of God will not take you where the hand of God cannot keep you."
"There is no need to fear or overthink. Acknowledge God is there. He has the control when you put it in His hands."

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"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." - Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)

Cindi, thank you for sharing your personal story with us!  I was so happy to meet you and Jason, and hear how God provided for your family in what felt like a hopeless situation.  Just amazing!

Episode 16: From Heartache to Hope with Jan Teel-Nealis

Have you ever had a series of numbers keep showing up in your life and wondered why? According to many Biblical scholars, there are patterns in the Bible with numbers that bear a meaningful significance. Jan Teel-Nealis shares what these scripturally significant numbers mean to her as she navigated through a painful grieving process. After sharing these findings with friends, she documented the experience in her book, Grieving by the Numbers: Glimpses of Glory.

Jan Teel-Nealis was 9 years old when she met Del. He was the only man she had loved. They enjoyed almost 40 years of a happy marriage together, until he passed suddenly with his first and only heart attack. Jan suddenly found herself a widow.

In this episode Jan shares how she coped, and how she found happiness again. She offers practical ways to help process grief, and she shares how her faith was a huge part of her healing. She states, 

"Grief is a process. No person goes through it the same. Its an individual journey with no right and wrong. Understand that God has so much more for your next chapter. Your best days could still be before you."

Jan is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and owner of two successful real estate companies in the beautiful Carolinas.

"Instead of mourning what you've lost, celebrate what you had, and believe for something so much greater than what your heart could've conceived. I encourage you, instead of only carrying the burden and weight of grief, grab hold of hope. Hold onto Him (God), because He is holding on to YOU." - Jan Teel-Nealis

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” (NIV). Psalm 34:18

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To contact Jan, you can reach out on her Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/grievingbythenumbers/

Episode 15: Promise from God Sustains a Man in His Darkest Hour

Lance Malone was 24 and loving his life in Atlanta when he was diagnosed with acute-on-chronic liver disease, which is associated with organ failure and high short-term mortality.

His liver disease progressed quickly, within just a few months. In his lowest moments, the Doctors informed him he was possibly down to his last hours. Lance poured his heart out to God, "Why?" Miraculously, God answered Lance, making him a promise... that He kept.

The miracle of the promise was just one piece of this story. While Lance experienced lots of bumps in his road to transplant and healing, there were pieces of his recovery that the nurses and doctors considered miraculous as well.

Lance is presently residing in Cleveland. He is the Founder and Visionary for Become Better Ministries, and the Manager of HIV Services at Care Alliance Health Center. He is also a Motivational speaker and Prophetic teacher.

"Have FAITH! Whether your situation is medical, or financial, you've got to trust God when you can't trace Him, and truly you will see that He WILL provide. Your circumstance is not too small for the Lord to intervene. He is still in the miracle making business, and yours is on the way!" -Lance Malone

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7

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More helpful links: Become Better Ministries

To contact Lance Malone: becomebetterministries@gmail.com

Lance's FB page during his journey: https://www.facebook.com/Life4Lance/

Episode 14: From Hospice Candidate to Radiant Health with Alyona Goncharov

It's a complete miracle that this beautiful young lady was once referred to hospice and given no hope, and is now the picture of health.

Alyona was only 22 and newly married when she was told she needed to consult with a gynecological oncologist for the mass in her abdomen. What followed those next few years was a journey she could not have imagined.

At her most critical point, she was down to just 80 pounds and suffering from stage 3B ovarian cancer and class IV heart failure, not a candidate for heart transplant. The physicians saw no other options and referred her to hospice.

Tune in and listen to her beautiful testimony of faith and healing! It's simply extraordinary!

"This world, and everything in it, comes and goes. The one constant is our God. Make your faith a priority and lean on Him." Alyona Goncharov

"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you." Matthew 7:7 NIV

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28

Thank you Alyona, for sharing your personal testimony with me! I am blessed to have met you!

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Something beautiful that has developed during her healing phase is her fine tea shop that she has built with her sister, Birch Fine Tea. "Birch" is an homage to their Ukrainian roots and is a symbol of new beginnings.  https://www.birchfinetea.com/

Episode 13: Finding Hope and Healing After Infidelity and Divorce w/Alisha Brooks

Alisha Brooks shares her personal story of infidelity and divorce, and how she overcame heartache and found healing and joy once again. She stresses the power of surrendering to God in times where life feels hopeless and uncertain.

"God knows where you are. He knows your pain, and He is going to sustain you." - Alisha Brooks

Alisha is presently happily married to Jonathan, who has also experienced this trauma, and together they have a ministry and are able to counsel others as they begin the healing process and find hope again (see link below).

"All those who know your mercy, Lord, will count on you for help, for you have not forsaken those who trust in you. He does not ignore the prayers of men and women when they call on Him for help." - Psalm 9:10

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Alisha and Jonathan Brooks' ministry:
https://www.divorcerecoveryspecialist.com/blog

Alisha's resource recommendations:
What to Do When He Says, I Don't Love You Anymore, by David Clarke, PhD
His Needs, Her Needs: Building an Affair-Proof Marriage, by Willard F. Jr. Harley
The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts, by Gary Chapman (this is also a seminar you can find on Netflix)

To Contact Alisha and Jonathan Brooks:
divorcerecoveryspecialist@gmail.com

To contact Alisha (she speaks and sings):
alishabrooks0@gmail.com

Episode 12: The Vision from God that Ignited a Woman's Complete Transformation with Charlya Barbarita Howard

Ms. Char Howard shares her very personal story of traumatic events and loss that spiraled her into an addiction to food. At her lowest point she finds herself wheelchair-bound, oxygen dependent, on multiple medications, and defeated, when she calls out to God to take her life...or save it?

"True healing of the mind, body, and spirit only comes through Jesus Christ." - Charlya Howard

The vision God gave her in those moments was the catalyst for something miraculous.

Today, Char is FREE from her wheelchair and oxygen. She is FREE from her addiction. She is filled with peace, joy, and love for God. With a background in mental health nursing, she is passionate about serving others and helping them find healing. She is employed at the Healing Care Counseling Center as their Administrative Assistant and scheduler, and she is planning to pursue her Pastoral license. She visits Weight Watchers to inspire others, and credits them with some of her successful habits. However, she primarily teaches the Daniel Plan as it incorporates faith, and is where her heart lies.

Told by her physicians that she would never walk again, Char has now has walked a 5k, 10k, and will walk in her first 1/2 marathon in June. She shares that her MRI still reveals a major spinal cord injury, and she does still have days where she experiences pain, yet her faith helps her to sustain her through those times. Her medications have decreased from over 40 to 7! What an inspiration!

"They begged him to let the sick touch at least the fringe of his robe, and all who touched him were healed." - Matthew 14:36 NLT

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Please see and LIKE our facebook page for lots of photos of Char's progress during her journey, and to see the beautiful artwork that is a replica of her vision (Everyday Miracles Podcast Facebook page) https://www.facebook.com/everydaymiraclespodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour).

More helpful links:

Charlya Barbarita on Facebook

Char's private DANIEL PLAN group (you can join!):
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1478285692279178/

Daniel Plan Information link: http://www.danielplan.com

Healing Care Counseling link: www.healingcarecounseling.com

Char is the manager of Love Haiti: www.lovehaitifund.org

Char's church: Church on the North Coast
More Info on Weight Watchers: https://www.weightwatchers.com/us/

From Victim to Survivor Book by Courtney Hauser

Episode 11: Homeless and Alone at Age 9, Now Thriving After Overcoming Insurmountable Odds! with Diana Prykhodko

Diana Prykhodko is the child of a woman who suffered with mental illness and drug and alcohol abuse. She sustained such severe physical and emotional abuse during her mother's episodes that she felt the only way to escape was to live on the snow-covered streets in Kiev, Ukraine.

Through unexpected encounters, she found hope, and finally, love and healing. Hear her beautiful story of survival and transformation!

"Forgiveness is not for that person who offended you. It’s actually for YOU, to set YOU free." - Diana Prykhodko

Diana's story is in the works to become a film called, Scars of an Orphan. Her story is one that must be shared. Each one of us carries the potential to change a life in an instant, with even the smallest of acts.

Thank you Diana, for sharing your personal journey with me! I am honored to hear it, and to meet you!

"Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." - Romans 12:21

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."  - Jeremiah 29:11

Learn more about Father's House in Ukraine: www.o-dim.org

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