Episode 22: Angels Among Us

While we do not worship angels, or pray to angels, their work serves as an important part of God's Divine plan. Angels are spiritual beings created by God who help execute His work on Earth. They bring messages, protect God's people, offer encouragement, give guidance, bring punishment, patrol the Earth, and fight forces of evil. There are both good and evil angels, but because evil angels are allied with Satan, they have considerably less power and authority than good angels. Eventually, the main role of the good angels will be to offer continuous praise to God.

In this episode I share a few of the testimonies that I have received from my personal friends and guests, and a few favorites from specific texts (see sources below).

Believers BE ENCOURAGED! Angels are real and they are fighting for us in the spiritual realm. All glory to God!

"For He will command His angels concerning you, to guard you in all your ways." Psalm 91:11 NIV

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Sources:
The Living Bible
Life Application Study Bible NIV

Dustin Benge Angel Series in Table Talk Magazine
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Episode 21: Supernatural Healing in the Intensive Care Unit with Heather Strazza

In January of 2015, Heather was enroute to serve at her church when her vehicle was struck by a large SUV. She sustained life threatening injuries and was taken emergently for surgery with a severe traumatic brain injury. The physicians worked diligently, but did not see much hope for survival, or any possibility of life beyond a vegetative state.

Heather's family and church surrounded her with prayer. There were friends that lined the hallways to pray. The entire ICU (Intensive Care Unit) was filled with support, food and love from this Hillsong NY/NJ church family. Heather's family stayed strong and expectant for a miracle.

In this episode, Heather shares MULTIPLE miracles that occurred, not only for her, but for other patients and families receiving prayer during this time. I am truly blessed to share this miraculous testimony!

Isaiah 54:17 "No weapon formed against thee shall prosper." KJV

"The love of God is overwhelming! Its so much bigger than what we can even imagine. He loves ALL of us and He wants each of us to be healed. If something bad happens, don't imagine that He would ever want that for you. We have an enemy, but God's love is all we need to survive." - Heather Strazza

Thank you, Heather, for sharing this beautiful testimony of God's healing power, and the miracle of prayer!

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Episode 20: Victim to Survivor with Courtney Hauser


Courtney Hauser is a Licensed Professional Counselor and ordained Pastor in Cleveland, OH. She has shared her story on the TCT(Total Christian Television) Network, been featured in Kingdom Christian Magazine as a Woman of Influence, and recognized as Who's Who in Black Cleveland. She has written a book, From Victim to Survivor (link below), to share her story of healing after many years of trauma. Courtney has also shared her story publicly in churches, women's conferences, workshops and teen events. She is so passionate about helping victim's find complete healing!

In this Episode, Courtney shares a bit of her personal journey. We discuss how she found healing after many years of enduring several types of abuse. Courtney also shares insight on several types of abuse, including church hurt and spiritual abuse.  She provides many details about her upcoming Victim to Survivor Conference in Lorain, OH on August 23-24, 2019.

Bible verses that Courtney held close during her struggle:
Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Take away message from Courtney:
"The first step to emotional healing is acknowledging that there is a wound. Healing is the children's bread. If you are a child of God it is your right to be healed. You don't have to suffer in silence anymore. Help and mental health healing is available."

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V2S Conference link (Aug 23-24th, 2019 in Lorain, OH) all details below!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/victim-2-survivor-conference-2019-tickets-62668724843?fbclid=IwAR1qv4aDWlBheuBOsDKDtDNdeAWwRzWd-eLURIdh1y9-WCujrRjY851urJc

How to contact Courtney Hauser:
Healing Care Counseling Center
1-800-410-5823
www.healingcarecounseling.com

Courtney's book:
https://www.amazon.com/Victim-Survivor-Courtney-N-Hauser/dp/1535284439/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=victim+to+survivor+courtney&qid=1564428538&s=gateway&sr=8-1

Domestic Violence-1-800-799-7233

Sexual Assault-1-800-656-4673

Local Counseling https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Ohio Residents-Healing Care Counseling Center 1-800-410-5823 www.healingcarecounseling.com

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Episode 19: Tragedy Evolves into Healing Journey & Ministry

Life changed in an instant for Julie Kemp and her son Landon Whitley on October 19, 1997. An ambulance t-boned their car as they were driving home from church. Julie awakes in a hospital bed to learn that her husband Andy died on the way to the hospital, and to hear that her only child would likely not survive.

Julie and Landon openly share their grief journey, and the miracle of Landon's recovery, Landon's 3 visits to heaven, and a miracle of forgiveness!

Julie is now a GriefShare Facilitator and has written 3 beautiful books (links below). Faith Has Its Reasons is a book about her experience that has inspired thousands of people. She and Landon have also written a beautiful children's book, Highway to Heaven, (available in Spanish as well) to encourage children who have lost a loved one.

I was beyond inspired to hear their testimony and feel honored to share this with you! They have appeared on numerous platforms including the Dr. Oz show, 700 Club, Inspiration Ministries, and many more. Their story has been heard around the world.

"For we live by faith, not by sight." 2 Corinthians 5:7 NIV

A few of Julie and Landon's take-aways that I loved:
"If you are on a grief journey, know that you WILL find joy again. The love you feel for that person will never go away, but the hole in your heart will eventually be filled with happy memories and gratitude for the time you shared together." Julie Kemp

"No matter what your fears, no matter what you doubts, no matter what your feelings are, always know that there is a God. There are angels, there is a heaven. Its all waiting for you. Always keep your faith alive and know that Jesus is real." Landon Whitley

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Website:
www.faithhasitsreasons.com

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Faith-Has-Its-Reasons-240288969500555/

Amazon:
Faith Has Its Reasons
https://www.amazon.com/Faith-Has-Reasons-Julie-Kemp/dp/1612446795/ref=dp_ob_title_bk

Highway to Heaven
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1612446817/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2

Spanish Edition:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1612446965/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i4

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Episode 18: God Leads Entrepreneur to do the Unthinkable - with Randy Halcomb


Randy Halcomb shares his very personal story about a test he experienced from God. Randy and his wife Darlene were young and starting their life together. While they were very happy in the modest trailer they lived in, they had no idea the journey ahead would be marked by tremendous financial success. At the height of their wealth, Randy felt God was clearly asking him to sell everything and get out of his highly profitable business. This choice seemed completely irrational to everyone. The unfolding of events, the way God so clearly showed Randy what he was to do, is miraculous! The blessing from God to follow is also spectacular!

I love sharing this testimony for so many reasons. First, Randy is my first cousin, and I love my family! Secondly, it is such a great illustration of how God can speak to us so clearly through others. When we recognize the signs, seek His word, and pray specifically, we can get confirmation in our spirit for the true will of God.

"For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?" - Mark 8:36 KJV

Randy's insights:
"There will be a time in our life when we make more money than any other time. What we choose to do with that money affects the rest of our life. Manage what God has given you wisely."
"Remember that God's timing is always perfect. Trust His timing."
"Pray specifically, be alert and attentive to His leading, read His word."

Randy, thank you for sharing this testimony! Its truly miraculous!

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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!


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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/
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