Convinced God Moves

Judy explains "I basically had two dementia patients. And my dad was very different from my mom because he would run, he would flee the house and I'd have to chase him down."

Judy describes the helplessness of watching her mother's confusion grow and not knowing how to help her. She recalls the friction with her father as she became their full-time caregiver. Now, with both her parents gone, Judy reflects on this...

Kim says "over that year we would visit and I found myself falling for him. I felt like I met the Apostle Paul"

Kim married her first husband while he was still in prison. She saw God open doors for his early release and ministry training. Their marriage faced impossible battles with relapse, infidelity, separation and finally divorce. Kim shares how she clung to God as she faced an unknown future.

"My soul is in deep ...

Janet shares “When the worst tragedy of all hit us we knew that what we had believed and preached is the only thing that got us through.”

In Janet’s life she experienced many miracles, but she also lived through tragedy. Looking at God’s faithfulness in the miracles helped her see God’s goodness even when life brought the heartbreak of losing her daughter to cancer.

“The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away; may the name of the LORD...

Sherry says “Everything I’ve gone through is all about God, if God would have wanted to take me he would have taken me a year ago.”

Sherry was diagnosed with Stage 3 Uterine Cancer and faced life-threatening complications after surgery, including an Ostomy and a prognosis of only three weeks to live. Refusing to accept a death sentence, she endured multiple surgeries and hospital stays while leaning fully on her faith. With a matter...

Bill explains “The conviction came on me. God began to point out to me that hunting enjoyed too much of a priority in my life”

Bill’s story is both relatable and inspiring, reminding us that God cares how we spend our time and what we focus on. He shares how his passion for hunting cost him dearly, and how He used frustration and disappointment to lead him to true surrender. God wants to be our passion; He wants our hearts. 

“Take de...

Speaking of her granddaughter Mary says “This little 3 year old who is now 11 might get to see her mommy’s arm get better after all these prayers.”

Glen and Mary share their journey as they come along side their daughter Katie, mother of two, who suffered a ischemic stroke at 32. As she learned to live with limited mobility, they talk about how God moved in the situation to provide amazing support for all of them. They reflect on th...

David says “If I could do it all over again I’d make the effort to find a good friend. Someone who I could confide in when I was struggling.” 

David reflects on the frustrations and loneliness of pastoral ministry. He shares lessons he learned along the way, from his first pastorate at age 24, to planting a church and leading a home church. He shares stories of God’s goodness in times that were especially hard.

“As iron sharpens iron...

#9 Suicide

Ray’s advice “You don’t leave anyone alone. If they’re talking strange. Be with them.”

Ray, a lively 86-year-old still teaching bowling lessons, shares the heartbreaking story of losing his son to suicide. Believing we must speak openly about this issue, he has shared in churches and schools and continues to make himself available to those who are hurting. Ray’s story is a powerful example of turning tragedy into ministry.

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After days in the hospital Sue says “In my mind I kept thinking he was going to get up, he’s going to walk. I had so much faith to believe he was going to be made whole. God had a different plan.”

Sue recounts the heartbreaking story of her son Luke, who drowned as a toddler and survived with lifelong medical needs until his passing at age 18. Through years of therapies, hospital stays, and sleepless nights, her family held onto fai...

Written by Pat’s adoptive mom “Nothing will go to Pat because she’s never been a part of this family”

Pat shares memories of growing up in two orphanages, the joy of adoption, and the pain that followed when her adoptive mother turned cruel. Through many painful years of rejection and loneliness, God provided comfort, role models, and ultimately redemption. Pat’s story of forgiveness and finding Jesus at 29 ultimately led her to a l...

Evie explains “He was an abusive man physically and mentally to both me and our son. And I had to escape him.”

Evie endured years of abuse, a painful divorce, and ongoing custody battles marked by fear, silence and isolation. Yet through it all, she witnessed God’s constant provision - safe shelter, daily needs, protection for her son and ultimately freedom in the sudden death of her abuser. Her story testifies that the joy of the L...

***Warning: Mature content!

Bri shares, “He did confess, he did come and tell me exactly what he was planning and obviously that was one of the most painful days of my life”

Bri and William share their journey in marriage through pornography addiction, betrayal and shame. They describe how Celebrate Recovery and their church community helped them take first steps toward healing and ultimately discovered the power of the cross and God...

Linda states “None of us wanted this to be a part of our story but it is. So now what are you going to do?”

Linda shares about her son Josh and the many struggles he has faced - amputation, life on the streets, and now jail. In this season of waiting, she has been strengthened by others who have been honest about their own journey. Linda shares the Scriptures that she has claimed for her family.

"Surely the righteous will never ...

Molly explains the accident,  “Being ejected from the golf cart, landing on his head he broke his neck and fracturing his 3rd and 4th vertebrae.”

Molly tells the powerful story of her son Abe, who became a quadriplegic after a golf cart accident. After months of prayers Abe slowly regained movement, a testimony that nothing is impossible with God. For more of his remarkable recovery read “FORE! Finding Faith When You’re Paralyzed by...

As a single person Heidi questions God, “What’s left God, you?

Heidi opens up about her struggle with loneliness and her longing for marriage, sharing how Scripture both comforted and challenged her along the way. Though she married at 47, her deeper victory was discovering that God truly is enough. An encouraging and hope-filled story for anyone waiting on God’s timing.

“The Lord God said, ‘It is not good for man to be alone. I will...

Audra describes her manic break “I started banging on the wall and screaming”

At 26, Audra experienced her first manic break, which led to the diagnosis of bipolar disorder. She reflects on the mental patterns she once viewed as her “superpower” and shares the 18-year BiPolar journey, managing moods, sleep and finding effective medication. Audra highlights the vital role of her faith and reliance on Scripture in sustaining her along...