Christina Griffin shares her very personal journey of thriving through unimaginable losses and trials. Life rarely follows the plan we expect. Christina shares how she overcame many struggles, and how she has found not only financial success, but true joy and peace in her life!
"Embrace your faith in the trials, trust that God has a plan for your life." - Christina Griffin
"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
Christina I am honored to share your personal testimony! You are an inspiration for each of us. Thank you!
Tom was just weeks away from a trip to a 5 star resort in St. Croix when felt God calling him to minister to the homeless. He canceled his trip and checked into the downtown men's shelter.
This call to love God's poor has evolved into a beautiful ministry. Rev. Wheeler is co-founder of Hoskins Park Ministries (www.hoskinspark.org), and the founder and executive director of Urban Outreach (www.theurbanoutreach.org).
Tom shares some of his personal story, and we discuss how to approach those in need, as well a few resources that may prove helpful.
"Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me." Matthew 25:40
Tom has written 2 non-fiction books: Second Wind, and Would You Have Fired Judas? He has also written 1 fiction book, Mason, and is working on the follow up to Mason at this time.
At birth, Liz's parents were told they would not see their baby leave the hospital. Liz was born with an extremely rare congenital birth defect where her kidneys and ureters were not connected normally, disabling urine to be removed from her body. While Liz did survive, she has faced years of tremendous trials in her life. She shares how vital her faith has been in this journey, and she wants to give glory to God for the miraculous ways He has moved in all of her trials.
A few highlights: 10:20 How God so specifically answered her prayer for a husband 27:48 How God showed up and spoke to Liz before her healing 38:00 Amazing supernatural healing of her bladder 44:00 Hear a Doctor's reply to supernatural healing of her uterus
"I waited patiently for God to help me; then he listened and heard my cry. 2 He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out from the bog and the mire, and set my feet on a hard, firm path, and steadied me as I walked along. 3 He has given me a new song to sing, of praises to our God. Now many will hear of the glorious things he did for me, and stand in awe before the Lord, and put their trust in him." Psalm 40 TLB
Thank you Liz, for sharing this personal testimony with me! You are a blessing to me and anyone who receives this. All the glory to God!
Fellow podcasters Julie Hedenborg (Everyday Miracles) and Liza Lawrence (Wonders and Miracles) share what led them to launch podcasts, surprises along the way, how their faith has been strengthened, and so much more!
Check out Liza's podcast in the links below! She shares a miracle story every Monday, and is growing her YouTube channel as well.
What a joy to share how God has moved (in such similar ways!) in our lives, and to be able to share with the world the ways He is present in our lives daily in the unexpected, the simple, and the miraculous gestures. God is so good!
Psalm 96:3-4 Declare his glory among the nations, his wonders among all people. For the LORD is great, and greatly to be praised...
Melissa Wood courageously shares many personal trials that she has endured, and the importance of living a life deeply rooted in faith.
Reflecting on scripture, and her personal experiences, she proposes a four step plan in preparing yourself for the storms of life.
"Consider it a sheer gift, friends, when tests and challenges come at you from all sides. You know under pressure, your faith-life is forced into the open and shows its true colors. So don't try to get out of anything prematurely. Let it do its work so you become mature and well-developed, not deficient in any way." James 1:2-4 MSG
"My prayer for you is that you come to live deeply rooted in your faith as I have learned to do. Take the time now, while the storm is at bay, to plan, prepare and practice for your next storm. Build your faith in the one, who when you seek him, will answer you and deliver you, from all your fears. Jesus Christ is our living hope!" -Melissa Wood
Thank you, Melissa, for sharing this beautiful testimony!
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
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!
