Prayer Investigator

Prayer Investigator

Join Best-selling author Linda Evans Shepherd as she host guests sharing stories of the way God works in their lives. She investigates answers to pray to help strengthen the faith of listeners.

Episodes

September 24, 2025 17 mins

Join Linda Evans Shepherd on this inspiring episode of the Prayer Investigator as she interviews Peggy Sue Wells, a solo parent to seven children. Discover how Peggy Sue remained sane, achieved stability through prayer, and relied on God's guidance during challenging times. Learn about her adventures, her impactful ministry 'Single Mom Circle,' and her insights from writing over 33 books. This episode is packed with ...

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In this heartfelt episode of 'The Prayer Investigator,' host Linda Evans Shepherd welcomes Karen Porter, a renowned international speaker and co-owner of Bold Vision Books. Karen bravely shares her personal story of being wounded by a dear friend and how she found solace and healing through a powerful prayer. Discover the incredible journey of overcoming deep emotional pain, the importance of trusting in Jesus for healing...

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In this heartfelt episode of 'The Prayer Investigator,' host Linda Evan Shepherd talks with Patricia Durgan, a childhood abuse survivor. Patricia shares her powerful testimony of overcoming abuse through her faith in Jesus, offering hope and practical advice for others seeking healing. Discover how she navigated the physical, mental, and spiritual realms of her recovery, and learn how you can embark on your own journey to...

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In this episode of Prayer Investigator, host Linda Evans Shepherd introduces special guest Joy Brown. Joy shares her inspiring stories about how God turns ordinary moments into miracles through the power of prayer. From a heartwarming anecdote involving coffee can lids and bakery coupons to impactful prayers, this episode sheds light on recognizing everyday miracles and spreading kindness. Join us to be uplifted by these powerful t...

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In this episode of the Prayer Investigator, host Linda Evans Shepherd welcomes Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter Babbie Mason. Babbie shares amazing stories of how her simple prayer to share her faith beyond the stage transformed everyday encounters into divine appointments. From spontaneous blessings at a Sam's Club to heartfelt moments in a department store, Babbie reveals how sensitivity, kindness, and compassion creat...

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In this powerful episode of Prayer Club, host Linda welcomes award-winning author Janell Rardon, a trauma-informed mental health coach, to discuss how to navigate difficult relationships through persevering prayer. Drawing from her own painful experience with a church leadership conflict, Janell shares how the biblical story of Hannah guided her journey from distress to peace. Learn how to stand firm in your worth when facing relat...

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In this heartwarming episode of 'The Prayer Investigator,' host Linda Evans Shepherd interviews her friend Pam Farrel about her extraordinary near-death experience. Pam, an award-winning author, shares her journey of being surrounded by angels and experiencing a glimpse of God's glory while in a coma due to complications from her rare form of diabetes. She recounts the miraculous events that led to her survival and t...

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In this episode of Prayer Investigator, host Linda Evans Shepherd interviews Dr. Natalie Ford about her miraculous experience during a mission trip in Kenya. Dr. Ford recounts how she and her team prayed for a man who had been bedridden for over 20 years and witnessed a miraculous healing. Despite her initial doubts and lack of faith, Dr. Ford was amazed to see the man stand up, walk, and even dance. This powerful story highlig...

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In this episode of Prayer Investigator, Linda Evans Shepherd interviews Kimberly Woodhouse, a former control freak and renowned author, about her journey of faith and surrender to God. Kimberly shares her emotional story of navigating her daughter Kayla's rare nerve disorder, overcoming postpartum depression, and the realization that God's control is perfect and beautiful, even when things don't go as planned. This h...

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In this powerful episode of 'The Prayer Investigator,' host Linda Evans Shepherd interviews inspirational speaker and best-selling author Kim M. Clark. Kim shares her incredible experiences with spiritual warfare while working with incarcerated women in maximum security jails. From casting out demons to the importance of forgiveness, this episode covers intense and uplifting stories. Kim also emphasizes the power of praye...

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In this compelling episode of 'The Prayer Investigator,' host Linda Evans Shepherd welcomes Sue Detweiler, a world-class leader and bestselling author, as she shares her harrowing experience of being trapped in a burning house with her five-week-old baby. Sue recounts the miraculous rescue that she attributes to the power of prayer — specifically her mother's month-long fasting and prayers based on Isaiah 43. Sue dis...

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Join Linda Evans Shepherd, 'The Prayer Investigator,' as she discusses with Dr. Nancy Meyer, also known as the Fear Defier, the profound insights and experiences she gained when God seemingly rejected a desperate prayer for her mother's health. Dr. Nancy shares how this pivotal moment led her to a deeper, more fulfilling relationship with God, offering a message of hope and faith amid disappointment. Don't miss ...

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Do you ever wonder if you're on the right path or following God's will for your life? In this inspiring episode of Prayer Investigator, children's book author and speaker Liz Pitman shares powerful stories about how prayer guided her family in starting a Christian school. You'll learn practical tips for persistently seeking God's direction through journaling, circling prayers, and watching for His "bre...

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Are your prayers feeling stale and unheard? Discover the transformative secret to a vibrant prayer life that yields remarkable results. Join Linda Evans Shepherd as she interviews Wanda McKnight Brock who shares her incredible journey from generic prayers to a trail of answered miracles. You'll learn practical tips to elevate your conversations with God and experience the power of praying with pinpoint precision. Don't mi...

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Join us on The Prayer Investigator as we dive deep into the transformative power of prayer. In this episode, we sit down with Dawn Damon, an award-winning author, podcaster, and life coach, as she shares her powerful journey of faith amidst heartbreak and rejection. Discover how Dawn found joy and restoration in the midst of unanswered prayers, and explore the profound ways in which God's grace can lead to unexpected blessings...

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Christine Trimpe is a special guest for an inspiring episode of Prayer Investigator that explores one woman's remarkable 100-pound weight loss and spiritual renewal. Join host Linda Evans Shepherd as she interviews health and wellness coach Christine Trimpe about overcoming her self-described "casual Christian" lifestyle and food addiction through prayer, biblical principles, and lifestyle changes. Discover how Chris...

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Don't miss this powerful episode of The Prayer Investigator with special guest Gaylynn Williams! Gaylyn shares gripping testimonies of how hearing and obeying God's voice protected her from life-threatening danger. You'll be inspired by her stories from Israel and gain invaluable insights on discerning the Lord's guidance. Gaylyn and host Linda Evans Shepherd also lead listeners in prayer to grow in hearing God&...

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In this powerful episode of The Prayer Investigator, host Linda Evans Shepherd welcomes best-selling author and international speaker Kathy Collard Miller, who shares her incredible journey of overcoming anger and finding healing through prayer.

Chapter 1: Kathy's Struggle with Anger (00:00 - 12:30)
Kathy opens up about her shocking experience of struggling with anger towards her toddler daughter, despite her deep...

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Guest Mabel Ninan shares her powerful story of moving 8,000 miles away from her home country of India to the United States shortly after getting married. The drastic life change left her feeling lonely, lost, and without purpose or joy for several years. Mabel opens up about the spiritual crisis she went through and how rededicating herself to Bible study reignited her passion for God. She discusses the pivotal realization that as ...

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Guest Rhonda Dragomir shares her powerful testimony of receiving a certified, medically-verified miracle healing from an incurable case of Crohn's disease. Rhonda opens up about the years of extreme pain and her desperate cry to God that she would rather die than live with such suffering. She describes the pivotal moment at a women's retreat when a group of 20 prayer warriors gathered around her hospital bed and corporate...

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