Real Faith Stories
Brian Robinson
If you've ever felt frustrated because you've struggled to take the steps of faith you believe you should be taking, but hesitate because of fear of the unknown, Real Faith Stories can help.
By hearing the true stories of everyday people who by faith, boldly and courageously took great risks, despite their fears – this podcast will help you believe that you can do it too.
So, listen and be encouraged.
You may be one step away from making the eternal impact you were created for, and becoming the answer to someone else’s prayer.
203: Divine Calling - Kim Tschirret
Kim's father appeared as a successful businessman to the world, but behind closed doors, he was an alcoholic who inflicted verbal and emotional abuse upon his family. Silence shrouded their suffering, allowing the abuse to persist year after agonizing year. However, amidst the darkness, Kim found solace in the presence of a horse her father gifted her. Those moments became her only refuge, where she felt safe and comforted, pouring out her heart as her horse grazed in the pasture.
Twenty years l
202: Money - Shane Enete
Shane Enete has been passionate about money and investing since he was 15 years old. From the theology of financial planning to faith-driven investing to behavioral finance, all his experiences have been informed by a singular event that happened at 13 years old. An event that should have ended his life, but God had other plans.Special Guest: Shane Enete.Links:About Shane Shane's WebsiteShane's Book: Whole Heart FinancesDr. Shane Enete | LinkedInMore about the Real Faith Stories PodcastGet the
201: The Power of Believing God’s Promises - Gerald Duran
Gerald was working non-stop trying to gain traction for his entrepreneurial startup when he took hold of God’s promise of peace found in Philippians 4:7. He prayed for that peace and immediately received it, in overwhelming measure. Then he thought, “If God can give me peace like this, I wonder if He can give me wisdom too?” So, he prayed for wisdom according to James 1:5 and within 30 days, God showed him what he needed for his entrepreneurial venture to take off. That was just the beginnin
200: Walking in God's Power and Authority - Beth Williams
After Beth had an amazing encounter with the Lord which brought immediate healing from multiple physical and emotional afflictions, she wanted to do whatever it would take to continue living in that freedom. This set her on a journey to fully understand how to walk in the power and authority that God promises in His word. Now she teaches others how to unlock that same power and authority for themselves with life-changing results.Special Guest: Beth Williams.Links:About BethBeth's WebsiteBuy B
199: Peace Beyond Human Understanding - Dan Rudat
As a real estate investor in over 2,500 deals the past 30 years, Dan has experienced his fair share of intense, stressful, and anxious moments. However, in 2018 he made a commitment, in writing, to give his life and business completely to the Lord as Master Owner of everything. Since then, he’s experienced “a peace that surpasses human understanding.”Special Guest: Dan Rudat.Links:About DanDan's Website | Christ Real Estate Investments More about the Real Faith Stories PodcastGet the first 3 cha
198: How Surrender Lead to Triumph – Maggie DeJong
Maggie's favorite quote from Dietrich Bonhoeffer is, “Silence in the face of evil is itself evil: God will not hold us guiltless. Not to speak is to speak. Not to act is to act.” This quote became her guiding principle during an intensely challenging time in her master's program when she was ostracized by her professors and fellow students due to her Christian beliefs and conservative values. However, she remained steadfast in her convictions, leading to an event that garnered national attention
197: Desperate for More of God - Amy Roberts
On her 40th birthday, Amy had no idea that a knock on her door would eventually lead to the most powerful faith transformation she could have imagined. Ultimately, her desperation for more of God radically shifted not only her life but also the lives and eternal destiny of her entire family. Special Guest: Amy Roberts.Links:About AmyFacebook | Amy RobertsInstagram | Amy RobertsGet the first 3 chapters from Brian Robinson's Amazon #1 Best Selling Book: The Selling FormulaConnect with Brian Robi
196: The 15-Minute Call That Changed Ryan Collins' Life
Beginning in journalism and transitioning to online education, Ryan Collins could never have imagined that a divinely timed 15-minute phone call would propel him to the CEO position of a startup, now recognized as one of the nation's leading technology schools. A school that God is using powerfully to not only change the lives of its graduates, but also profoundly impact the cultures of the companies they engage with.Special Guest: Ryan Collins.Links:About Ryan Ryan's WebsiteRyan's Book: THE GO
195: Freedom! - Ben Edwards
Dr. Ben Edwards grew up in a family of highly respected doctors, including two grandparents, two uncles, and his great grandfather. Following the birth of their first child, he and his wife faced 24 months of infertility which God used to open their eyes to what it meant to “seek first the kingdom of God.” This led to their hearts opening to alternative medicine after witnessing his nurse practitioner's healing from an "incurable" condition. This experience launched Ben into a season of deep d
194: Words Hold the Power of Life and Death - Bryan Crum
As a hospice chaplain for over 10 years Bryan has personally witnessed thousands of people breath their very last breath. The difference between those who expressed regret and those who did not? The WORDS they chose to believe about themselves versus the ones they did not. And, Bryan shares the one thing he's found that can destroy regret, even up to the last moment of life. Special Guest: Bryan Crum.Links:About Bryan CrumBryan's WebsiteFacebook | Bryan CrumBoomerang Ministry WebsiteMore abo
193: Conquering Fear and Living in Bold Obedience - Diana Burks
From a young age, Diana learned the power of following God’s promptings. With each act of obedience, her faith became stronger, touching more lives. Then, after residing in New Mexico with her husband, children, and extended family for 18 years, she sensed a prompting to move to Dallas, TX. Obeying this prompting would prove to be one of the hardest yet most rewarding faith challenges she’d ever encountered. And the fruit of that obedience has far exceeded what she could have imagined.Special Gu
192: When God Owns Your Company - Johnathan Sparks
For 15 years Johnathan & Kara had a good company making good revenue which positively impacted many people. Then one day Johnathan had a conversation with a mentor that changed everything: He said, “Have you dedicated your company to God and asked Him to bless it, or does He actually OWN your company and you steward it?” That question sparked a huge business shift that’s yielded stunning results. Special Guest: Johnathan Sparks.
191: "I Can't do this by Myself Anymore" - Dan & Elizabeth Thorndike
As a full-ride scholarship recipient and Division 1 college athlete, Elizabeth was used to being self-reliant. If things didn’t happen fast enough, she would make them happen. That was, until she and Dan had their first special needs child, then felt God guiding them to adopt two more medically fragile children. She reached a point one day, through tears, when she told Dan, “I can’t do this by myself anymore.” Two days later, Dan gave notice that he was quitting his job to help Elizabeth at
190: SPECIAL EPISODE: The Truth WILL Set You Free - Perry Marshall
Perry Marshall says, "Whatever you did to compensate for your childhood traumas became your superpower - which means that even the most horrible circumstances DID come with a gift." In this special episode, we do a deep dive into exactly what that means, and the reason it's so important to get truth out into the light because, as they say in Alcoholics Anonymous, "we are only as sick as our secrets."Special Guest: Perry Marshall.Links:Meet PerryPerry's WebsiteJeff Shatt, Perry's Counselor - Cont
189: The Power of Agreement - Johnathan & Kara Sparks
Johnathan & Kara Sparks are commercial real estate investors who are in a relationship with God and each other in a way that few people get to experience; yet, is available to anyone willing to yield everything to the Lord. Special Guest: Johnathan & Kara Sparks.
188: Beyond Self-Help - Alejandra Crisafulli
As a pioneer in the life coaching industry teaching thousands the philosophy and tenets of self-help, Alejandra experienced a crisis in her life which opened her eyes to the one thing that had been missing, and the One who would ultimately deliver her from her crisis: Jesus Christ. Since then, client results have been so profound, permanent change has become the norm rather than the exception.Special Guest: Aljehandra Crisafulli.Links:Meet Alejhandra Alejandra's WebsiteAlejandra Crisafulli | In
187: "God, I'll do Anything You Ask Me to Do" - Michelle Brogan
A divine encounter pulled Michelle back from the brink of suicide and set her on a wild faith journey that has led to a nationally recognized dance ministry that’s changed thousands of lives. The keys have been intimacy with the Lord, immediate obedience, and a willingness to do anything God asks, regardless of how crazy it may seem.Special Guest: Michelle Brogan.Links:Meet MichelleMichelle's WebsiteDance Revolution Ingredients Dance CompanyEpicenter for the Arts | HomeMichelle Brogan | Instagr
186: The Lie That You're Not Enough - Brian Robinson & Dave Charlson
Through one of the most stressful experiences of my life, I share how God helped me finally break free from the lie of not being enough. Then Dave Charlson shares his story about experiencing God’s life-giving power in weakness. Special Guest: David Charlson.
185: God Can "8:28" Anything - Tierney Shirrell
As a former corporate accountant turned full-time mom, Tierney found herself in the fight of her life after battling severe postpartum depression and following a diagnosis of bipolar 2 disorder. The turning point came with a decision to receive the Lord's healing, reject shame and embrace her identity as a child of God. Now she helps others fulfill their purpose through the profound truth found in Romans 8:28, that God can turn every struggle into a source of blessing.Special Guest: Tierney Sh
184: Miraculous Provision - Nathaniel Escobar
For eight years Nathaniel had been successfully managing a fast-growing landscaping firm with 45 employees, then the Lord told him to leave all of it and go back to school. Everyone counseled him not to do it. But when he fully surrendered to the Lord’s prompting, he experienced miraculous provision.Special Guest: Nathaniel Escobar.Links:Meet Nathaniel The Promise ChurchLifestyle Christianity UniversityNathaniel Escobar | InstagramMore about the Real Faith Stories PodcastConnect with Brian Robin
183: When God Orchestrates Your Unconditional Surrender - Sergio Luna
Sergio had a wonderfully successful marketing/branding firm in Mexico with 30 employees. Then, in one day through multiple confirmations, the Lord instructed him to leave it all behind and move to the United States. This led to the hardest season of his life which literally brought him to his knees in full, unconditional surrender. Since then, his life has never been the same.Special Guest: Sergio Luna.Links:Meet SergioSergio's Business: Rojo032 Sergio Luna | LinkedInMore about the Real Faith
182: When it Costs Everything to say "Yes" - Terry Goodman
After some difficult life circumstances, Terry thought ministry may be over for her. But God wasn’t finished yet – not even close. After a divine meeting with Carole Ward, the founder of Favor International, The Lord woke her up two nights in a row at 2:00am asking her the same questions about going to Africa: “Will you go, and will you stay?” She said yes to both questions. Gave everything away, bought a one-way ticket to Uganda, and hasn’t looked back. What’s happened since has been nothing
181: When Mental Toughness & Extra Effort No Longer Work - Darryl Lyons
“Mental toughness, extra effort” was the self-sufficient mantra Darryl lived by, until one February day that became nothing more than a powerless saying. He came to the end of himself and discovered how abiding in Jesus moment by moment was what his heart had always longed for.Special Guest: Darryl Lyons.Links:Meet DarrylDarryl's WebsiteDarryl W. Lyons | LinkedInDarryl Lyons | FacebookDarryl Lyons | Instagram photos and videosMore about the Real Faith Stories PodcastConnect with Brian Robinson
180: How Listening to the Lord and Bold Action Brings Breakthrough - Dave Dalton
Dave has cultivated a life of listening to the Lord's promptings then acting upon them, no matter how crazy they seem. In doing so he's experienced incredible breakthroughs in his life and business - along with incredible resistance. There's been one KEY that has helped him navigate through all of it: remembering what the Lord has said.Special Guest: Dave Dalton.Links:Meet DaveeBars WebsiteEbars, LLC | Instagram eBars | XDavid Dalton | LinkedInMore about the Real Faith Stories PodcastConnect wit
179: The Phone Call That Changed My Life - Katie Norris
Katie had an idea to combine photography, film and philanthropy into a business called Fotolanthropy. Yet, she became weary of being in the middle ground of knowing the business needed to launch or the idea needed to die. So, she and her husband cried out to the Lord asking Him to help them know what to do. Less than 30 minutes after praying together, she received a phone call that changed her life.Special Guest: Katie Norris.Links:Meet KatieHome - FotolanthropyFacebook | FotolanthropyInstagr
178: From Bankruptcy to Blessing - Mark Terrell
Through a divine invitation and a very reluctant "Yes," Mark shares his journey of leaving a successful financial services career and taking over a bankrupt non-profit that had 17 employees, and a budget of $600,000, to become one of Indiana’s largest non-profits with 700 employees, and a budget of $60 million. A miraculous story of bankruptcy to blessing and how God made it happen.Special Guest: Mark Terrell.Links:Meet MarkThe Non-Profit Mark Worked for: Lifeline Youth and Family ServicesMark
177: The Undeniable Presence of God - Stephanie Brady
Stephanie was 29 weeks pregnant when the unthinkable happened: On a family excursion, her husband died right in front of her. The overwhelm she experienced was beyond comprehension. Yet, during this unthinkable pain, God’s undeniable presence was like fortified pillars that supernaturally held her up. Stephanie shares how she experienced the truth of God’s promise that His presence is more than enough all the time for everything in your life. Special Guest: Stephanie Brady.Links:Meet Stephani
176: The Profound Impact of Speaking Truthfully to God - Jamie Winship
Jamie Winship spent nearly 30 years living and working in conflict zones, and during that time he has learned an important truth: all human conflict originates from fear, and fear originates from a false view of God, ourselves, and others. Until we exchange what's false for what's real, we will never experience being fully alive, fully human, and fully free. This exchange starts with one critical step: speaking truthfully to God. He explains how in this episode of Real Faith Stories.Special Gu
175: The Transforming Power of Suffering Wisely – Rob Reimer
At age 24, Rob was sitting alone with God and he heard Him say to his heart, “I'm calling you to plant a church. You're going to teach in seminary. You're going to write books. You're going to speak internationally. Everything you do is for revival.” Rob replied, “I will do anything you ask me to do. But I'll never open my own doors and seek to advance my own opportunities. You open the doors and I'll walk through them when the time comes.”
Since then, God has magnificently empowered Rob to f
174: The Hard Questions Can Change Your Life - Allan Blain
Allan was making over $1 million dollars a year in a lucrative real estate and construction career yet, deep down, he knew he wasn’t making the impact God created him to make in the lives of others. So, with a 180 degree pivot and 90% pay cut, he went into a completely different business that now impacts the lives of thousands around the world. The catalyst for this change came from a friend who asked him hard questions at the right time.Special Guest: Allan Blain.Links:Meet AllanAllan's websi
173: God's Got Your Number - Amy Carter
Raised in a troubled household, Amy delved into addiction early in life. Her path was marked by substance abuse, occult practices, and tragedy, including the loss of her mother to drunk driving and several of her friends committing suicide. However, one day while high on meth, a profound encounter with a Bible verse led to her spiritual awakening, ultimately transforming her life. She now offers hope and support to others facing addiction through her business and ministry, Grounds 4 Compassion.S
172: From Brokenness to a Man on a Mission – Bradley Carter
God's timing, unexpected dreams, and unwavering faith transformed Bradley from a broken man to a man on a mission. This is a story of redemption, purpose, and the incredible work that can happen when surrendering to God's plan.Special Guest: Bradley Carter.Links:Meet BradleyBradley's Business: Grounds 4 Compassion | Oklahoma City-based coffee roasterLinkedIn | Bradley Carter Facebook | Bradley CarterFind out More About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMore about Brian Robinson
171: Discovering God's Greatness: A Faith Journey with Elizabeth Enns
From facing Goliath-like challenges in high school, to witnessing the miraculous power of prayer, to helping young people recognize their own greatness; Elizabeth’s story is one of unwavering faith and unshakable determination.Special Guest: Elizabeth Enns.Links:Meet ElizabethFacebook | Dr. Elizabeth Enns Instagram | Dr. Elizabeth Enns (@drlizenns) Enns for State House – Conservative | RepublicanPatriotic Students of America Pray USAAntioch International ChurchMore about the Real Faith Stories P
170: Have You Taken God's Miracles for Granted? - Craig Thayer
On his way to becoming a trauma surgeon, Dr. Craig Thayer experienced enormous adversity and God’s incredible grace which allowed him to overcome multiple life-threatening and potentially career-ending situations. He also witnessed miracles in his own life and the lives of patients he treated, which gives rise to the question; have you taken God’s miracles in your life for granted?Special Guest: Craig Thayer.Links:Meet CraigCraig's WebsiteFacebook | Craig ThayerLinkedIn | Craig ThayerInstagram
169: The Incredible Journey of Saying “Yes” to God – Chris Cordsen
In 2017, Chris Cordsen and his father Rod were asking the Lord how they could make a difference with their gifts and talents. Then the Lord gave them the idea of building homes to generate cash flow to fund missionaries. Little did they know that saying “yes” to this idea would lead to an incredible faith journey that now includes multiple businesses God is using to make an eternal impact.Special Guest: Chris Cordsen.Links:Meet ChrisCordsen Construction Humanity’s Friend More About the Real Fa
168: Are You Living by Faith or Performance? – Allen Arnold
Allen constantly crushed his goals at the world’s largest publishing company as a triple espresso, hard driving, win at all costs executive. Then he had a life-changing meeting with his manager who told him no one on his 18-person team could stand working with him. That started a painful but amazing shift from measuring life by performance to doing life WITH God and, the difference has been like moving from night to day.Special Guest: Allen Arnold.Links:Meet AllenAllen's WebsiteAllen's Books M
167: "God, Why did You Create Me?" - Chad Hawley
Chad was married for 20 years with four children when the diagnosis came, “You have cancer.” 30 days after the second surgery, the doctors did a scan, and the cancer had spread even further. The prognosis was grim. In a state of depression, Chad went into his bedroom for the next two days and cried out to God to answer one question, “Why did you create me?” After this he received an idea that would change everything in his life and bring miraculous healing to an impossible situation. Special
166: "God, I'll do Anything - Just Show Me!" - Kelsey Kemp
In 2017, Kelsey was a burnt-out tech consultant who worried that God's only calling for her was to "stay, pray, and pay" for the missionaries doing the “real work” of God overseas. As her health continued to deteriorate in a high-stress job that was not aligned with her natural giftings, desperation caused her to seek the Bible for answers and pray the, "God, I'll do anything" prayer that changed her life.
That was 6 years ago. In that time, she left her job and started work as a career coach, s
165: The Power of Telling Your Story - Adam Gunton
Adam Gunton is living proof that God wants to use your story to set other people free. Special Guest: Adam Gunton.Links:Meet AdamAdam's WebsiteFacebook | Adam GuntonInstagram | Adam GuntonRecovered On Purpose - YouTubeMore About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMore About Brian Robinson
164: The Awesome Power of Prayer - Melvin Pillay
Melvin grew up in South Africa living in a tin shack with his parents and five siblings. At seven years old, because of a deeply painful experience, he made a vow to free himself from the bonds of poverty. Through an amazing series of God-ordained events, he eventually became one of eight Zig Ziglar Platinum Speaker/Trainers in the world. Melvin ultimately credits all of this to one critical thing: having a mother who believed in Jesus and the awesome power of prayer.Special Guest: Melvin Pillay
163: God Absolutely Has a Plan for Your Life – Marcus Black
Marcus experienced a dramatic wake-up call when driving back from Memphis, TN with three other friends. They were in a terrible car accident and should have died upon impact, yet miraculously, everyone survived. This was the start of a challenging and often confusing journey that God used to ultimately bring Marcus into the plan and purpose he was designed for: bring hope and healing to others around the world. Special Guest: Marcus Black.Links:Meet MarcusMarcus' WebsiteFacebook - Marcus Blac
162: How Are You Showing Up? - Laura Naiser
Because of serious clinical depression in her mid-twenties, Laura couldn’t get off the couch, leave her house, or hold down a job. However, through divinely inspired events, she experienced such dramatic healing and transformation that she became head of discipleship for a 4,000-member church. This led to her becoming a powerful life coach who helps others identify and process negative emotions and mindsets so they can show up as the best version of who God created them to be.Special Guest: Lau
161: How it All Changed in a Moment - Joshua Brown
Joshua and his mom grew up on the streets of Nashville, living inside soup kitchens, church fellowship halls, projects, and low-income housing. At the age of 17 Joshua was a drug dealer, pothead, and high school dropout. He continued the drug-dealing lifestyle until he was 19 when he got into a terrible car wreck, and in that moment, everything changed because of what he heard the Lord speak to his heart. Special Guest: Joshua Brown.Links:Meet JoshuaThe Pressure Washing Pastor (Joshua Brown)Br
160: The Life-Changing Power of God's Word - Tony Colson
While in his 20s, Tony became locked in fear and OCD, which lasted for 15 long years. He tried everything to eliminate it: prayer, fasting, counseling, anti-anxiety medicine, and nothing worked. Until one day, while washing his hands and then feeling like he needed to wash them again, he remembered a scripture that shifted his thinking and his actions. In that moment and going forward, he began to experience freedom because of the life-changing power of God's word.Special Guest: Tony Colson.Link
159: How Desperation Lead to Transformation - Judy Weber
Judy Weber was a self-proclaimed pro-abortion femi-nazi who made an internal vow to never "obey" her husband, unless it was on her terms. However, a series of unimaginable circumstances brought her to a place of total desperation. In that desperation she turned to the Word of God, then everything began to change. Now, she is a sought-after Christ-centered business coach helping high-achieving women of faith grow & scale a business of significance, God's way. Her core message is; "Go 'all in'
158: "Saying 'YES' to God's Promptings Totally Changed My Life" - Julie Richards
Julie wanted to be a school teacher. At the end of her degree program she was student teaching with someone who told her she had no business working with people, especially children, and would be better off working in a cubicle by herself never interacting with others. As a result, her confidence was decimated. It took her two years after that experience to find a teaching job because she didn't believe in herself. Then she met another teacher who began to pour truth into her. During that t
157: How Little Disciplines Can Have Giant Results - Justin Janowski
Justin experienced a painful breakup in his 20’s that led to an honest evaluation of his daily disciplines related to eating, exercise, thinking, and how he connected with God. All these little disciplines stacked together became a tidal wave that began to impact everything, including his faith to say “yes” to the Lord’s promptings no matter how radical they seemed. The results have blown away his expectations.Special Guest: Justin Janowski.Links:Meet JustinJustin's Website | Faith2InfluenceFa
156: The Incredible Power of God's Love - Paul Dabdoub
After 9 years of some major life challenges that included his wife's chronic illness and losing everything, Paul had an encounter with God’s love that shook him to the core. His wife was radically healed, and a new dimension of knowing God, hearing His voice, and seeing healing was unleashed in his life. Special Guest: Paul Dabdoub.Links:Meet PaulPaul's WebsiteFacebook | Paul DabdoubLife Coach Training InstituteLeadership & Team Performance CoachingMore About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMore
155: "You're Either In or Your're Out" - Robb Kelly
As an alcoholic, Dr. Robb Kelly went from married with children to losing everything and becoming homeless for 14 months. Then one night, in gut-wrenching desperation, he cried out to God saying, “I can’t do this anymore! God if you’re real, help me!” 30 seconds later, his prayer was miraculously answered. This started a sequence of astonishing events that led to a complete recovery. He says, “if you do not have a connection with God, you will not fully recover from alcoholism. You’re eithe
154: Finally Free - Eric Scroggins
Eric carried shame, guilt, anger, bitterness, and emotional trauma from being sexually abused in his early teens. He coped by adopting a “win-at-all-costs” mentality. He couldn’t do anything without trying to be the very best at it because he needed to cover up what was going on so people wouldn’t ask questions about what might be happening inside his life. This went on for over 20 years until he had a profound encounter with God that led him onto a path of complete healing. Special Guest
153: You Were Meant for More - Ashlee Branstetter
Before Ashlee’s mom died of cancer, she made her promise two things: always remember you were meant for more and always have faith. But she wound up living with a victim mindset surviving on a day-to-day basis for years.
Then one day with the checkbook showing a negative $54 balance something broke inside. She started crying and fell on her knees in prayer saying, “I know I’ve been gone but I’m here now. What do I do? Because I can’t live this way anymore.” In that moment of desperation G
152: Losing it All and Gaining Everything – Tim Winders
Tim and his wife looked like they had it all: the big house in a Country Club resort, two businesses valued at over a million dollars each, plus over $15 million in real estate. Yet painfully and slowly they lost everything and wound up becoming homeless. Then at their lowest point, they gained a priceless supernatural understanding of God’s love that changed the entire trajectory of their lives.Special Guest: Tim Winders.Links:Meet TimTim's WebsiteTim Winders | FacebookTim Winders | Instagram
151: You Have One Life ~ What Will Be Your Story? - Elijah Stephens
During the six years it took to create the powerful documentary, SEND PROOF, Elijah Stephens had to repeatedly ask himself this question: "On my deathbed, do I want my story to be that I knew I was called to do this thing, it got hard and I stopped, or that I persevered and finished, despite the setbacks and challenges?"
In this episode, Elijah shares his experiences of working through PTSD, overcoming fear, the differences between intellectual and emotional belief, and the importance of growing
150: A Radical Encounter with the Living God - Tamra Andress
Hard-driving, entrepreneurial, life of the party, fitness fanatic, wife, and mother yet, Tamra had no idea who she was until a radical encounter with the Living God changed everything. This led to a three-year process of transformation which obliterated shame and brought forth a life of freedom that she now helps others experience all over the world.Special Guest: Tamra Andress.Links:Meet TamraTamra's Website F.I.T. in Faith MediaThe Founder Con The FIT in Faith Podcast on Apple PodcastsFaceboo
149: Your Performance Versus God's Provision - Matt Tommey
Most Christians want to experience the abundant life that Jesus promised, they just don’t know how. And not for lack of trying. They are doing everything they know to do but feel utterly defeated and unable to connect with God’s best for their life—faithful but frustrated. Saved but not satisfied with the life they are living. In this episode Matt Tommey explains his own experience moving from a life of performance, to one of experiencing God’s amazing provision. Special Guest: Matt Tommey.Lin
148: "What Now, Lord?" - Darlene Lobel, MD
As a neurosurgeon, Dr. Darlene Lobel was at the top of her game: in the middle of a 10-year career with 17 years of education and training, working at the number two hospital in the country with a thriving surgical practice, research practice, and associate professorship at a university. Then one day, she had an experience so profound that it shook her to the core. As a result, she walked away from her practice and entered a journey that has resulted in a worldwide ministry. But it all starte
147: What Story Are You Living? - Allen Arnold
Allen woke up one morning and his voice was gone. Literally, it was just a whisper. The challenge is that he uses his voice all the time speaking at seminars, teaching, and co-hosting a world-renowned podcast. Two days before surgery, while mowing the grass, God asks, “Allen, do you want Story 1 or Story 2?” Having no idea what that meant, he sat down and started asking the Lord for understanding. Then, he chose to enter into a story that would change his life and become the motivation behi
146: "Call to Me and I Will Answer You" - Donna Cole
Donna says, “There are no impossible questions, challenges, or problems. God has the answers, solutions, and strategies for everything.” This is based upon Jeremiah 33:3, “Call to Me and I will answer you, and I will tell you great and mighty things, which you do not know.” So, instead of rushing into prayer she’s learned to pause and ask God HOW to pray for a particular person or situation. The difference has been remarkable. Special Guest: Donna Cole.Links:Meet DonnaCourageous Kingdom Wome
145: “I’m Never Stepping Foot into a Church Again” – Johnny Walsh
Johnny grew up in and around the church because his parents were evangelists. He saw them pour their lives into others then sometimes get severely hurt by the very ones they were trying to help. So, he left the church and didn’t want to have anything to do with it – ever again. But, through a series of God-ordained encounters, Johnny experienced a renewal of faith that has radically affected everything and everyone in his life.Special Guest: Johnny Walsh.Links:Meet JohnnyJohnny Walsh | Facebo
144: What Happens When You SEEK FIRST the Kingdom of God - Gail Root
Gail’s life-companions were stress and anxiety. She always asked, “Am I doing the right things as a mother, a wife, an entrepreneur? Am I consistently attending church and Bible study? Am I volunteering?” All the questions were focused on HER performance, which lead to her taking anti-anxiety medication for 10 years. Then, with a growing number of physical challenges and potential surgery, she began to SEEK FIRST the kingdom of God, and hour by hour, day by day, her life was transformed from
143: The Life-Changing Power of One Good Question – Aaron Bellar
As a young man, the course of Aaron’s life was altered by the power of a single question his teacher asked him. He then became connected with his vocation because of a single question someone else asked him. Now as a military chaplain for almost three decades, Aaron shares the single most powerful question he's discovered to bring hope and clarity to those who feel they don't belong, don't matter, and aren't wanted. Special Guest: Aaron Bellar.Links:Meet AaronAaron Bellar | FacebookAngela & A
142: What God Can Do in 10 Seconds - Susan Flemming
Facing complete emotional and physical burnout in her mid-30’s, Susan was desperate to experience joy, freedom and purpose by living in her true identity. Following a friend’s advice one morning, she woke up, slid off the side of her bed onto the floor and with her eyes closed, asked Jesus a deeply personal question. 10 seconds later she had experienced a profoundly intimate, life-changing encounter with the Living God. That encounter was the catalyst for many more encounters which have led
141: "This Forever Changed Our Lives" - Peter Martino
Some experiences completely alter how you approach the rest of your life. Peter was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma just a few months into his marriage, at age 23. But what happened after the first chemo treatment brought a life-changing perspective to every decision after that.
In This Episode You'll Discover:
The circumstances that led to a dramatic shift in how Peter and his wife now approach everyday life
How to let go of preconceived notions and entrust your outcomes to God
The power
140: From Death to Life - Angela Bellar
Desperate to know the truth, Angela started getting up every morning at 4:00am to handwrite one chapter a day from the New Testament. It took her 18 months to completely copy it. This was the beginning of what would lead to a series of miraculous changes bringing her out of death into a life she could have only imagined.Special Guest: Angela Bellar.Links:Meet AngelaAngela's WebsiteAngela Bellar | FacebookAngela Bellar | Instagram Angela's podcastMore About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet th
139: Saying YES is the Key to Your Destiny - Aaron Christopherson
Aaron learned early in life that saying “Yes” to the Lord’s promptings supernaturally opened up opportunities that would not have opened any other way. Each successive “Yes” lead to greater impact, increasing his resolve to say “Yes” again, ultimately leading to this truth: Saying “Yes” is THE KEY to your destiny.Special Guest: Aaron Christopherson.Links:Meet AaronThirty Third Company Aaron's Wealth Management CompanyMore About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of Real Faith Stories
138: From Devastation to Transformation - Kari Olson
In a 6-month period Kari was diagnosed with cancer, her husband was diagnosed with bi-polar disorder, her home went into foreclosure and then, her husband left her. As a single mother with three small children, to say she was overwhelmed would hardly scratch the surface of what she was experiencing. YET GOD was divinely working through these circumstances in a way that completely transformed her life. And as a result, Kari is now being used to transform the lives of others.Special Guest: Kari
137: How One Word From God Can Change Your Life - Chris Downey
Chris used to call himself a "resentful agnostic" but then he received a "memo from the head office" (also known as a word of knowledge) that showed him how real God was and how much He had always loved him. Special Guest: Chris Downey.Links:Meet ChrisChris' WebsiteMore info about "Memo's From the Head Office"Book: Memos from the Head OfficeMore About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of Real Faith Stories
136: What Lies Are You Believing? - Beth Medley
During a business meeting Beth was confronted by a friend who called out the lies she was believing about herself and her capabilities. This became the catalyst for a life-changing habit of asking the Lord to show her the lies she was believing and the truths that needed to replace them. Asking these questions brought Beth and her family into one of the most amazing journeys of trust, challenge and fulfillment she could have ever imagined.Special Guest: Beth Medley.Links:Meet BethBeth's Websit
135: The Pain and Power of Surrender - Mark Giraud
Although he had two engineering degrees and was making great money in the oil industry, Mark still had this gnawing sense he was missing out on his ultimate calling and purpose. After much prayer and reflection he committed to a significant vocational change, saying to the Lord, "I'm surrendering to You and jumping off this faith cliff, if You don't catch me I'll lose everything." Yes, there have been challenges, but also dramatic, life-changing breakthrough.Special Guest: Mark Giraud.Links:Me
134: Dedicating Your Life and Business to God - Christine Najem
When Christine and Charbel Najem decided to go all-in on their faith, things immediately got harder...a lot harder. However, God was directly orchestrating circumstances that required ALL their trust in Him. Then, the amazing started to happen. Special Guest: Christine Najem.Links:Meet ChristineChristine's Website: Cedar Wood Realty GroupChristine Najem | FacebookFind out More About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of Real Faith Stories
133: The Gravity of Heaven - Brian Sherman
Brian Sherman explains how to walk into your God given identity as a son or daughter of God, and like the natural law of gravity on earth, experience the superseding law of the gravity of heaven. Special Guest: Brian Sherman.
132: Who Are You (honestly)? - Cherlyn Decker
What happens when you lose virtually everything that identifies WHO YOU THINK YOU ARE? Your career, your income, your home, your neighborhood, your ministry gift, your parents, your friends? When all the handles you grab onto for identity are gone, then what? Cherlyn Decker discovered that’s when real, honest, gut-level, life-changing transformation can happen. Find out how she walked through it and came out far, far better on the other side.Special Guest: Cherlyn Decker.Links:Meet CherlynCh
131: The Power of What You Believe - Vivian Hearn
At 16, Vivian was diagnosed with a very rare bleeding condition; one that doctors said she would have to live with the rest of her life. However, she was absolutely certain God was going to heal her. Then, in her 20’s, something miraculous happened which was only the beginning of her incredible journey that went beyond her understanding.
In This Episode You’ll Discover:
How a parent’s faith can have a life-altering influence on their children
What comes out of your mouth is totally connected
130: ONLY GOD Could Have Revealed This to a Complete Stranger - Perry Marshall
Perry was deep in thought at a church worship service one night when a complete stranger walked up to him and told him exactly what he was thinking about (a math problem, of all things) and that he was going to figure it out if he just kept working on it. Then, as she was about to walk away, she turned around and shared one more thing which brought him to the edge of tears because it was known by NOBODY ELSE in his life. And that’s just the beginning of this story.Special Guest: Perry Marshall
129: Four Young Children and My Husband Just Died - Now What? - Laura Duncan
Jeff and Laura Duncan were living a wonderfully fulfilling life, then 10 years into their marriage the unthinkable happened: Jeff died from a debilitating disease and Laura was now a widow with four young children. Where was God in this? Why did God answer Jeff’s prayers to heal so many others, but then Jeff, who believed God would heal him, passes away just months after his diagnosis? Why now? What good could possibly come of this? Laura shares the transformational experience she had answe
128: How to Crush Fear and Live in Freedom - Donna Winship
After what seemed like a huge failure, Donna experienced a life changing transformation. What she discovered is that the failure and accompanying feelings of shame and unworthiness were not an attack of the enemy in her life, but an INVITATION to know God at deeper levels she could only have dreamed about. From this deeper relationship with God, she has been able to crush fear and live a life of true freedom. In this episode she shares how and the tools that will help you do it too.Special Guest
127: Full Surrender Changed Everything - Matt Wilson
Matt grew up going to church but never personally experienced the transforming power of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, until his wife encountered the Lord in a dramatic, supernatural way. Through her transformation, Matt became hungrier for God but was stuck in this frustrating cycle of trying to do better but falling back into old behavior patterns. Then he was invited to join an event called “21 Days of Prayer,” and on day 17 he surrendered his life completely to the Lord. Since
126: God's Word Will (LITERALLY) Transform Your Life - Kyle Winkler
For as long as Kyle could remember, the most dominant feeling he had about himself was that he didn't belong; that he was an "outcast." Because he never felt "good enough" he wound up quitting virtually everything he attempted. Radically changed by God, Kyle is no longer the timid person he once was. Now he communicates with thousands of people weekly about the power of God's word to absolutely transform your life. Special Guest: Kyle Winkler.Links:Meet KyleKyle's WebsiteKyle's Book: Shut Up
125: The Power of God's Presence - Andy Mason
Many people have a sense of God’s calling but struggle with the belief that He wants to actually USE THEM to make a mighty impact. As Andy shares in this episode, the key is directly related to the power of God’s presence.Special Guest: Andy Mason.Links:Meet AndyHeaven in BusinessFacebookLinkedInMore About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of Real Faith Stories
124: "I Never Wanted to be a Pastor" - Stephen Holley
As the son of a Southern Baptist pastor, Stephen was running as hard as he could AWAY from God. By 11th grade, heavy drugs, by 12th grade a felony conviction, and after graduating high school, two drug overdoses and another arrest. Then he joined the coast guard where he had a life-changing encounter with the Lord, after which he was led into a journey that would forever alter the way he viewed spiritual warfare and spiritual gifts. He never wanted to be a pastor, but God had a different plan
123: It's God's Business - Bruce Hildenbrand
In a college introduction to business class (which he signed up for on a whim), Bruce had a powerful encounter with the Holy Spirit that has marked him for life. During that encounter the Lord spoke to his heart and said, "If I allow you to go into business and be prosperous, will you give it back to me?" He responded and said "yes." And over the past 30+ years, through multiple successful business ventures, Bruce has experienced supernaturally guided giving because of one major reason: it's
122: How to Transform Your Marriage and Your Life - Ted Lowe
In 2020 Ted went on a quest to find the answers to three unanswered questions he had always had about marriage. Through research studies, scripture, and neuroscience, he was shocked to find the answers to these questions all pointed to the same place. The findings were so profound, he felt he should share them with his publisher who immediately agreed he needed to write a book about it. And from this book, he shares the 5 Keys he discovered that can completely transform your marriage and your
121: The Power of Prayer in Your Business - Darris Stoll
The Stoll family has partnered with God in their manufacturing business for three generations. Instead of prayer as an afterthought, it is THE CORNERSTONE upon which Stoll Industries continues to grow and flourish. In this episode you'll hear riveting stories of how God is powerfully meeting the needs of the company, it's employees and customers, over and over again.Special Guest: Darris Stoll.Links:Meet DarrisStoll IndustriesMore About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of Real Faith
120: How to Live with Joy - Jennifer Jackson
When Jennifer was diagnosed with breast cancer, it was an absolute shock. The treatment was a two-year process, but at the beginning of it she said to the Lord, "I will not miss out on joy in the midst of all this." So, she went all in studying what the Bible has to say about the subject of joy and, it changed her life. So much so that she's written a book about it: Simply Joy Rain or Shine. In this episode she reveals the keys to living with joy in the midst of hard situations.Special Guest
119: What's the Real Cost of Not Being Authentic? - Blair Reynolds
Several years ago Blair Reynolds experienced such a powerfully transformative moment, he resigned from the job he was in and 14 days later became a Life Consultant. In that role he helps others uncover their true identity - that is, the person God uniquely created them to be. He says, "The world is craving the revelation of your true identity, and the things that we put in place of that, such as anxiety, confusion, depression, broken relationships, are actually adaptive ways of living. So I e
118: You Can Have Peace That Surpasses Human Understanding - Dan Rudat
As a real estate investor in over 2,500 deals the past 30 years, Dan has experienced his fair share of intense, stressful, and anxious moments. However, in 2018 he made a commitment, in writing, to give his life and business completely to the Lord as Master Owner of everything. Since then, he’s experienced “a peace that surpasses human understanding.”Special Guest: Dan Rudat.Links:Meet DanDan's Website | Christ Real Estate Investments More About The Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of R
117: No Longer a Slave - Benjamin Nolot
Benjamin Nolot is a modern-day abolitionist working to expose and end sex trafficking and its underlying roots connected with prostitution and the porn industry. His documentaries, which have won over 24 film festival honors, have been viewed nearly 35 million times around the world. As a result of this work, he has received consultative status with the United Nations and has advised governments and legislators in 13 countries. All of this is driven by a profound passion to bring FREEDOM to t
116: When Life Falls Apart, God Has a Plan - Leray Heyne
Leray was on top of the world having been honored twice by Ernst & Young, Merrill Lynch and Inc. Magazine as an elite CEO/entrepreneur of a food service company with 250 employees. Then he was FIRED. This led him into an intense 18-month period of seeking God. As a result, he experienced a change in the trajectory of his life that is now impacting CEOs all over the world; proving that when life falls apart, God has a plan.Special Guest: Leray Heyne.Links:Meet Leray Leray's Website: Jesus Chri
115: Thinking Bigger and Trusting God More - Cheryl Stauffer
In her early 20's Cheryl experienced the power of the Holy Spirit in a way that super-charged her faith. From that time forward God has consistently given her a vision that's BEYOND her RESOURCES which continually invites her into thinking bigger and trusting Him more. Special Guest: Cheryl Stauffer.Links:Meet CherylCheryl's WebsiteCrimson Design Group | FacebookCrimson Design Group | Instagram More About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of Real Faith Stories
114: What Does Partnership with God Really Look Like? – Shae Bynes
In today’s world, you can buy a position, elevate yourself, and then claim that you’re walking in the favor of God. You can manipulate others to achieve results, and then claim that you have found favor with God. You can be visibly prosperous as a result of non-stop grinding and anxious toil and convince yourself and others that your “prosperity” is evidence of God’s favor. This all begs the question: “What does authentic partnership with God really look like?” Shae brings powerful, practica
113: Encountering the Holy Spirit Changed Everything - Dr. Jim Harris
One day in the family room of his home, Jim heard his teenage son speak in a demonic voice that he says, “literally sounded like it was from the pit of hell.” Because that experience shook him so deeply, he went all-in learning as much as he could about the Holy Spirit and His power. He had no idea how dramatically that search was going to impact his life.Special Guest: Jim Harris.Links:Meet Dr. Jim HarrisJim's Book: Our Unfair AdvantageDynatos GlobalDr. Jim Harris | FacebookFind Out More Abou
112: How One Act of Faith Could Shift Your Business (and life) From Loss To Profit - Jed Burdick
Jed had always dreamed of making a powerful impact in the world by being a full-time filmmaker. Yet, after having the electricity shut off multiple times, almost losing his home to foreclosure, and living virtually hand to mouth for five years with his wife and six children, in desperation he met with a friend who gave him advice that led to a MAJOR decision that shifted EVERYTHING in his business and life.
What You'll Find Out In This Episode:
The DECISION he made
The KEY HABITS that needed t
111: "I'm With You" - Keli DeWitt
Keli was home alone at night with her young daughters in a remote South American village while her husband was gone on a supply run. She heard the door open, and when she went out to check, there stood a man with a knife who had just said to his friends that he was going to rape and kill her. That’s when Keli heard God say to her heart, “I’m with you, I’m with you, I’m with you!” Special Guest: Keli DeWitt.Links:Meet KeliIdentity Coaching With KeliMore About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet
110: "I Want You to Run" - Shawn Busby
Shawn was at the absolute darkest place in his life: addicted to heroin and meth, selling drugs, a DJ at a strip club, and facing a federal indictment for obtaining drugs from a police narcotics evidence locker. He knew he was supposed to move away from where he lived and try to make a fresh start. So, with $272 to his name, he went to another city and checked into a low-end weekly rate hotel. It was there he fell on his knees and cried out to God for help. As he glanced at his running shoes
109: The Incredible Power of Speaking Truthfully to God - Jamie Winship
Jamie Winship spent nearly 30 years living and working in conflict zones, and during that time he has learned an important truth: all human conflict originates from fear, and fear originates from a false view of God, ourselves, and others. Until we exchange what's false for what's real, we will never experience being fully alive, fully human, and fully free. This exchange starts with one critical step: speaking truthfully to God. He explains how in this episode of Real Faith Stories.Special Gu
108: Shot and Left for Dead - Rashawn Copeland
Sexually abused at age 11. Shot down at age 17 and left for dead. Addicted to sex, money, porn, fame. Full of anxiety, depression, and pride. Then God met him right where he was by using a Christian college student who asked him questions about his identity and purpose; then later, used her again to deliver him from suicide via a social media post at exactly the right moment. Since then, EVERYTHING has changed. Meet Rashawn Copeland.Special Guest: Rashawn Copeland.Links:Meet RashawnRashawn
107: God Gives You a Billion Dollar Idea - Now What? - Jaime Cross
Two years after leaving her corporate banking career to be home with her newborn son, Jaime cried out to God for a billion dollar idea that would change the world and leave a legacy for her family. Here's what happened next.Special Guest: Jaime Cross.Links:Meet JaimeHome - MIG LivingHomepage - The HER Effect® - Rise. Run. Become.The HER Effect | FacebookJaime Cross - YouTubeMore About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of Real Faith Stories
106: God Called You, So It’s Going To Be Easy – RIGHT? - Joshua & Ashlee Latimer
Josh & Ashlee Latimer were "minding their own business" when seemingly, out of the blue, God tells them to move to Costa Rica. Then everything miraculously lined up for them to make the move. But after arriving there it got ugly. Really ugly. Yet they wouldn’t trade their experiences for anything because God was preparing them to make an even greater impact then they could have imagined.Links:Meet Josh & AshleeJosh & Ashlee's Website: Honor and FireJosh & Ashlee | FacebookJosh & Ashlee | Ins
105: Overcoming THE LIE That You're Not Good Enough - Luke Redus
Imagine at six years old, you wake up one morning to find that both of your parents have left you - literally abandoned you - and they're not coming back. Now you're an orphan. What Luke Redus experienced from that moment forward is both heart-wrenching and ultimately, awe-inspiring.Links:Meet LukeLuke's Website | Compassion UnitedBook That Luke References: The Supernatural Ways of RoyaltyInstagram | Compassion UnitedTwitter | Compassion UnitedLuke Redus | LinkedInLuke Redus | FacebookMore Abo
104: The Power of Prayer - Melvin Pillay
Melvin grew up in South Africa living in a tin shack with his parents and five siblings. At seven years old, because of a deeply painful experience, he made a vow to free himself from the bonds of poverty. Through an amazing series of God-ordained events, he eventually became one of eight Zig Ziglar Platinum Speaker/Trainers in the world. Melvin ultimately credits all of this to one critical thing: having a mother who believed in Jesus and the power of prayer.Special Guest: Melvin Pillay.Link
103: The Cab Ride That Changed My Life - Carla Pratico
Late one night In a New York City bar, all by herself on her birthday, out of nowhere Carla heard the voice of God speak to her. She immediately put her drink down, walked outside and got into a cab where her life was forever changed. That was the beginning of a three year journey which has lead to an amazing transformation in her life and business.Special Guest: Carla Pratico.Links:Meet CarlaCarla's WebsiteShe Roars Business IntensiveCarla Pratico | FacebookCarla Pratico (@carlapratico) | Ins
102: Divine Interventions - Ryan Haley
The near-death helicopter crash as a Navy pilot was Ryan’s wake up call. After that moment he began to see how God had been orchestrating divine interventions throughout his entire life. Although many of these interventions/pivots were “packaged” in a way he initially resisted, he began to realize God WAS answering his heart’s cry to lead him into his calling.
Ryan’s life message is this: “God WILL give you the desires of your heart and exceed your wildest expectations if you don't give up bel
101: Saved From Suicide - Isaac Bennett
Isaac could no longer deal with the double life he’d been living for 25 years. So, he methodically planned how he would take his own life while his wife was away on a trip to California. But when she sent him a text saying she was coming home early, that set in motion a series of God-ordained events which powerfully saved him from suicide and completely changed his life.Special Guest: Isaac Bennett.Links:Meet IsaacIsaac's WebsiteTwitterLinkedInMore About The Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the
100: Raised From the Dead - Shanyn Stewart
In 2005, Shanyn attended a conference where one of the speakers talked about raising the dead. She remembers thinking, "That's really great. That doesn't happen here. Nice story." And that was the end of it. However, she had no idea that nearly 10 years later, God would use THAT STORY to remarkably change her life and completely free her from her fears.Special Guest: Shanyn Stewart.Links:Meet ShanynShanyn's Accounting PracticeShanyn's WebsiteMore About the Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the
99: Deliverance From Debt - Paul Moore
As a real estate developer in late 2007, Paul was $2.5 million dollars in debt and If he didn't pay, he was going bankrupt. It was right at this time he felt compelled to increase his charitable giving beyond anything he'd ever done before. Many of those around him thought his idea was crazy. Yet 13 months later, despite going thorough America's worst financial crisis since the great depression in 2008, he miraculously paid off everything and became debt-free.Special Guest: Paul Moore.Links:M
98: Beyond Average - Robert Owens
In 2018 Robert Owens was declared “The Fittest and Mentally Toughest 66-Year-Old in the World” by Joe De Senna of Spartan Games.
Robert says, “Everyone wants to be an overcomer, but nobody wants the battle. Everybody wants to be victorious, but nobody wants to fight through. If you can tolerate it in your life, you won't change it. Everything we want in life lies outside our comfort zone, and you have far more potential than you ever thought existed.”
In other words, you can go far beyond ave
97: Should You Be Paying Someone to Pray for You & Your Business? - Amy Lykosh
Amy's parents created the highly acclaimed Sonlight homeschool curriculum and, for over 30 years they've had paid staff who prayed for every facet of their business, from customers to vendors. But it wasn't until they hired an intercessor (yes, a paid intercessor) that they saw their business explode. The results were so remarkable that Amy collaborated with the intercessor they hired and co-founded Workplace Prayer. Whether this strikes you as "odd" or not, you owe it to yourself to hear her
96: Friendship With God - Michael Rowntree
While Michael was nearing the completion of his finance degree in college, he felt an undeniable calling to become a pastor. Yet, after visiting seminaries all around the country, he sensed God telling him NOT to go, but instead, “get a job.” So he did, as a financial analyst. And that step of faith became the starting point for an amazing journey of experiencing the realization that God wants to be our friend. And by delighting in Him, everything else has a way of divinely moving into it's
95: Words Hold the Power of Life and Death - Bryan Crum
As a hospice chaplain for over 10 years Bryan has personally witnessed thousands of people breath their very last breath. The difference between those who expressed regret and those who did not? The WORDS they chose to believe about themselves versus the ones they did not. And, Bryan shares the one thing he's found that can destroy regret, even up to the last moment of life.
Text "Bryan" to 66866 to find out more about all things Bryan Crum.Special Guest: Bryan Crum.Links:Meet BryanBryan's
94: "Will You Trust Me?" - Shane Myers
It happened during a trip to Israel: Shane and his wife Bridget were praying separately in the Garden of Gethsemane when BOTH sensed God saying, “A transition is coming, will you trust Me?” Then, over the next several years, God undeniably and powerfully orchestrated changes in their faith, family and vocation they never would have imagined.Special Guest: Shane Myers.Links:Meet ShaneLaunch GlobalMore About The Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of Real Faith Stories
93: Naturally Supernatural - Cordell Ehrich
After Cordell surrendered his life to the Lord, he started “knowing” things about people which he later identified as the gift of prophecy. The more he studied and practiced it, the more God used him to powerfully bring hope and encouragement to others both inside and outside the church. In this episode he provides a wonderful framework for stepping into this gift and becoming “naturally supernatural.”Special Guest: Cordell Ehrich.Links:Meet CordellBooks by Jack DeereBooks by Sam StormsMore Ab
92: Self-Reliance vs. God-Reliance (Choose Wisely) - Joseph Warren
Growing up in a militaristic home environment coupled with his Catholic faith, Joseph always felt like he needed to perform in order for God to love him. However, one piece of advice from a billionaire Christian businessman sent him on an 8-month journey that remarkably and permanently changed his relationship with God.
Then, Joseph shares how God smashed the idol of self-reliance through a deeply painful business experience which resulted in a profound personal transformation that has been used
91: Why Your Work Matters (for Eternity) - Jordan Raynor
Jordan Raynor helps Christians respond to the radical, biblical truth that their work matters for eternity. Find out why.Special Guest: Jordan Raynor.Links:Meet Jordan + His Social Media LinksJordan's WebsiteJordan's Children's Book: The Creator In YouJordan's Other BooksMore About The Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of Real Faith Stories
90: Miraculous Provision - Nathaniel Escobar
For eight years Nathaniel had been successfully managing a fast-growing landscaping firm with 45 employees, then the Lord told him to leave all of it and go back to school. Everyone counseled him not to do it. But when he fully surrendered to the Lord’s direction, he experienced clearly miraculous provision.Special Guest: Nathaniel Escobar.Links:Meet NathanielThe Promise ChurchLifestyle Christianity UniversityMore About The Real Faith Stories PodcastMeet the Host of Real Faith Stories
89: Trusting God With EVERYTHING - Stephen Christian
After selling over 1 million albums and touring around the world with the highly acclaimed alternative rock band, Anberlin, in 2014 Stephen Christian played his last show. He decided it was time to focus on being a husband and father. The plan was working until all his income sources dried up during a 30-day period. It was then the Lord began to show Stephen how He can be trusted with absolutely EVERYTHING.Special Guest: Stephen Christian.Links:Meet StephenGrace Family Church - ClearwaterSteph
88: From Convict to Coffee House Owner - Geoff Wood
In his early 20’s Geoff faced a 50-year prison sentence after a business venture with his father went terribly wrong. Then a series of God-ordained events began to unfold which lead to his early release and a business that is now touching the lives of people from all over the country.Special Guest: Geoff Wood.Links:Meet GeoffGeoff's WebsiteGeoff's Instagram Geoff's Facebook PageFind Out More About the Real Faith Stories PodcastFind Out More About Brian Robinson
87: The Power of Telling Your Story - Adam Gunton
Adam Gunton is living proof that God wants to use your story to set other people free. Listen and be amazed. Also, included in the show notes below, be sure to click on the worship song link that was hand-picked for this episode. Special Guest: Adam Gunton.Links:Episode Worship Song: Pour Your Spirit Out (Spotify)Episode Worship Song: Pour Your Spirit Out (YouTube)Meet Adam (About & Social Media Links)Adam's BookAdam's Website
86: The Lie That You're Not Enough - Brian Robinson & Dave Charlson
Through one of the most stressful experiences of my life, I share how God helped me finally break free from the lie of not being enough. Then Dave Charlson shares his story about experiencing God’s life-giving power in weakness.
Meet David:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/davidcharlson
David's Website:
http://www.DavidCharlsonCoaching.com
Find Out More About The Real Faith Stories Podcast:
http://www.RealFaithStories.com
Find Out More About Brian Robinson:
http://www.BrianRobinson.coSpe
85: "As You Go You Grow" - Chris Donald
SUPERNATURAL is the one word that describes Chris Donald's faith walk. From his profound salvation experience at age 18 to the miracles he's seen traveling to 16 nations. What he tells other people of faith is this; "With theory there's no authority," but if you go (and do what the Lord is prompting you to do) you WILL grow and see amazing things. Very simply, as you go you grow.
Meet Chris:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/chrisdonald
Chris' Website:
https://www.33rdcompany.org/
Chris
84: How Changing Your Words Will Change Your Life - Steve Backlund
Steve and Wendy Backlund have experienced amazing transformation in their lives because they changed what they said about themselves; this, in turn, powerfully changed what they believed about themselves. Steve says it this way; “Transformation doesn’t come from surrendering your heart, it comes from surrendering your beliefs. And you change your beliefs by changing what you say.” In this episode you'll find out how what you say can literally change your life.
Meet Steve:
https://www.realfait
83: The Power of Doing What You Know to Do - Sean Patterson
Sean was listening for a fresh new word from the Lord for 2022. He received a verse from Jeremiah 6:16, “Stop at the crossroads and look around. Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it. Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls.” With that, the Lord showed him the power of doing what he already knew to do.
Meet Sean:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/seanpatterson
Sean's Website:
http://www.drseanpatterson.com/
Find out More About the Real Faith Stories Podcast:
http://ww
82: The Encounter With God's Love - Troy Mangum
Troy had been managing his relationship with God on his own terms. Then everything fell apart in his marriage, work and family. It was at this point of brokenness he started to experience a love which profoundly changed his life.
Meet Troy:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/troymangum
Troy's Website and Podcast:
https://troymangum.com/home/
https://thekindlingfire.com/
Troy's Book:
Fatherhood Faceplants: How to Get Back Up and Be the Dad Your Kids Need
Find out More About the Real Faith
81: Your Plan or God's Plan? - Lou Santiago
Lou Santiago is known as one of the greatest modern drummers of all time. Incredibly, at the height of his career, the Lord told him to quit drumming. Then in a dramatic pivot, by faith, Lou went into a vocation he never dreamed he would go into and succeeded beyond anyone's expectations.
Meet Lou:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/lousantiago
Lou's Website:
https://www.99centdrumlessons.com/
Find out More About the Real Faith Stories Podcast:
http://www.RealFaithStories.com
Meet the H
80: "Prayer Saved My Life" - David Howell
From working 100 hours a week to save his business to a vegetative state after a devastating brain infection, David Howell shares his miraculous story of how prayer literally saved his life and forever changed him.
Meet David:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/davidhowell
David's Website:
http://www.aceatlas.com
Find out More About the Real Faith Stories Podcast:
http://www.RealFaithStories.com
Meet the Host of Real Faith Stories:
http://www.BrianRobinson.coSpecial Guest: David Howell.
79: "I'm With You" - Keli DeWitt
Keli was home alone at night with her young daughters in a remote South American village while her husband was gone on a supply run. She heard the door open, and when she went out to check, there stood a man with a knife who had just said to his friends that he was going to rape and kill her. That’s when Keli heard God say to her heart, “I’m with you, I’m with you, I’m with you!”
Meet Keli:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/kelidewitt
Keli's Website:
https://www.identityexchange.com/coa
78: The Power of Saying "Yes" to God's Promptings - Matt Tommey
In 2009 Matt was experiencing immense frustration with the circumstances in his life when God tells him, “Raise up an army of artists to reveal My glory all over the earth." He thought, “Wait. What? Are you talking to me?” There couldn’t have been a greater disconnect between where he was in life and what God was calling him to do. Despite this, Matt committed to say “YES” to the Lord’s promptings no matter what. What happened next is most definitely a Real Faith Story.
Meet Matt:
https://ww
77: Life by Performance is No Way to Live – Allen Arnold
Allen constantly crushed his goals at the world’s largest publishing company as a triple espresso, hard driving, win at all costs executive. Then he had a life-changing meeting with his manager who told him no one on his 18-person team could stand working with him. That started a painful but amazing shift from measuring life by performance to doing life WITH God and, the difference has been like moving from night to day.
Meet Allen:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/allenarnold
Allen's W
76: Following Your Divine Passion - Leigh Archer
Leigh and his wife Becca literally sold everything (house, cars, even their kid’s bikes) and moved to Prague in the Czech Republic as missionaries. Yet, over time Leigh couldn’t shake this deep passion for business and the potential impact it could have on the lives of others. 10 years later, he’s now the managing partner of a private equity group in Texas that’s having a profound impact on the communities in which they invest. Still a missionary, just a different mission field found by follo
75: Mike Feliciano - Asking for and Receiving God's Amazing Guidance
Mike asked the Lord to confirm whether his family should move to Florida by answering three major prayer requests within one week: (1) Have someone take over the lease they just renewed on their home; (2) Have someone purchase and run their current business; (3) Provide the finances needed to completely take care of their move. God fulfilled ALL of the requests within four days of his prayer, and that was just the beginning of Mike’s journey into receiving God’s amazing guidance.
Meet Mike:
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74: Matthew Flegler - "Trust in Him and He Will Do It"
Matt was in an enviable position as a real estate investor with banks approaching him to do deals. Then, he won a bid for the property of his next development that was nearly four times his typical investment. However, after winning the bid his funding sources completely dried up. With his back against the wall and no way out, he began contemplating suicide. However, God had a miraculous plan in mind to bring him thorough this while growing his faith in powerful ways.
Meet Matthew:
https://ww
73: Nate Goad - Experiencing Partnership With God
In the past, Nate would pray for God's guidance, then once he received direction would say, "I've got this," then start off on his own. But then he attended a conference that dramatically shifted his mindset around identity as a son of God and began to embrace the idea of co-laboring WITH God. This set him on a path that has led to a dynamic change in the way he now does business and life; experiencing the supernatural partnership of God.
Meet Nate:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/nate
72: Jamie Winship - "I May Never See My Family Again"
It was an impossible situation: Jamie Winship was facing a 100% chance of conviction with a 10-year prison sentence in an Islamic country. The trial was moments from ending and then... a miracle happened.
In This Episode You'll Discover:
The AMAZING LIFE LESSON Jamie learned from his harrowing experience on trial
The TWO MOST IMPORTANT QUESTIONS you should be asking God when you don't know what to do
HOW TO STOP making decisions based upon self-protection and self-promotion and STAR
71: Elijah Stephens - You Have One Life ~ What Will Be Your Story?
During the six years it took to create the powerful documentary, SEND PROOF, Elijah Stephens had to repeatedly ask himself this question: "On my deathbed, do I want my story to be that I knew I was called to do this thing, it got hard and I stopped, or that I persevered and finished, despite the setbacks and challenges?"
In this episode, Elijah shares his experiences of working through PTSD, overcoming fear, the differences between intellectual and emotional belief, and the importance of growi
70: Katie Norris - The Phone Call That Changed My Life
Katie had an idea to combine photography, film and philanthropy into a business called Fotolanthropy. She was tired of being in the middle ground of knowing the business needed to either launch or the idea needed to die. So she and her husband cried out to the Lord, asking Him to help them know what to do. Less than 30 minutes later, she received the phone call that changed her life.
Meet Katie:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/katienorris
Katie's Website:
https://fotolanthropy.com/
Fi
69: Ford Taylor - Speak the Truth and Trust God for the Outcome
Imagine, you have 49 days to turn around a business losing $250,000 a month. The bank is counting each day before foreclosing and liquidating all the assets. If it does foreclose, it will wipe out the livelihood of 350 families. It looked like an impossible situation except God not only wanted to save the business, He also wanted to restore the broken relationships in the family that owned it. How? By using Ford Taylor to powerfully speak the truth to everyone involved. The result was nothi
68: Emma Sharma - Surrendering Your Performance and Living in Freedom
Emma checked all the boxes for success: brilliant student, attorney, general counsel for a major international company, executive working across the globe in Europe, the Asia Pacific region, Middle East, and Africa, and negotiating major business transactions from $200 million to $10 Billion. She had also been careful to check the boxes of performance in her relationship with Jesus, but it still felt mostly lifeless and empty. She desperately wanted to experience the freedom and joy promised
67: Julie Dyer - The Power of SHOWING UP
Julie grew up on the mission field surrounded by a Christian community. Then in her 20's she had a distinct encounter with the Lord which motivated her to start working outside her home. This led her into spending an increasing amount of time outside the so-called "Christian bubble." From this experience she's discovered three keys to having a powerful impact on the world and those around her; the most important of which is simply SHOWING UP. She explains why in this episode.
Meet Julie:
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66: Bruce L. Hartman - "Will You Turn Your Life Over to Me?"
On May 5th, 2009, Bruce was walking alone late at night and was asked by Jesus to fully turn his life over to Him. After sincerely wrestling with that request for several months, he yielded everything to Him. He left his position as a Fortune 500 executive and embarked on a 7 year journey that has led him into a place of impact and service he could not have imagined.
Meet Bruce:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/brucelhartman
Bruce's Website:
https://brucelhartman.com/
Books by Bruce:
Je
65: Ty Morgan - Don't Give Up: Your Answer Is On The Way
If anyone had a reason to give up, it was Ty and Alexis Morgan. First, their seemingly normal pregnancy went very wrong at 18 weeks when their son was diagnosed in utero with a fatal condition for which there were two options: abortion or carry to term with stillbirth. Yet before even knowing the actual diagnosis their answer was on the way. Then, in the midst of this, Ty made the decision to leave his well-paying job and start his own company. With all of this happening at once, it would ha
64: Andrew Jernigan - How Hungry Are You For More of God?
Are you tired of the same spiritual experience day after day after day? Haven't you thought there has to be more? So much more? In this episode Andrew shares his personal experiences about the power of hungering for more, why you need to practice conscious expectation, why soul restoration is so important, and the superiority of a free-flowing schedule.
Meet Andrew:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/andrewjernigan
Andrew's Website:
https://www.insurednomads.com/
Andrew's Book Recommenda
63: Blake Brewer - My Father's Last Words to Me
On a family vacation in Hawaii, Blake lost his father in a tragic swimming accident. He literally died in his arms as he tried to rescue him. When he and the rest of his family finally returned to the condo from the hospital, his mother appeared in the doorway to his room and said "I have something for you and it's from your dad. I found it in his briefcase." His mom walked across the room and handed him a letter. At the top it said "Dear Blake, Natalie, and Marcus." Blake's dad, not knowi
62: Darris Stoll - The Power of Partnership With God in Your Business
The Stoll family has partnered with God in their manufacturing business for three generations. Instead of prayer as an afterthought, it is THE CORNERSTONE upon which Stoll Industries continues to grow and flourish. In this episode you'll hear riveting stories of how God is powerfully meeting the needs of the company, it's employees and customers, over and over again.
Meet Darris:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/darrisstoll
Stoll Industries Website:
https://www.stollindustries.com/
Find
61: Jeremie Kubicek - Hurricane + Car Crash = Life Changed Forever
What do you REALLY believe about the power and presence of God? Buckle up for this episode because it may completely shatter your paradigm.
Meet Jeremie:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/jeremiekubicek
Jeremie's Website:
https://www.giantworldwide.com/
Find Out More About The Real Faith Stories Podcast:
http://www.RealFaithStories.com
Meet The Host Of Real Faith Stories:
http://www.BrianRobinson.coSpecial Guest: Jeremie Kubicek.
60: Terry Weaver - Trusting God's Leading Regardless of Where He Takes You
Terry’s life has been marked by risk-taking and leaps of faith, ultimately landing him in the lead role of a TV series entitled Breaking Strongholds. His mantra is: “Follow your dreams and trust God. We have the ability to live a limitless life.”
Meet Terry:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/terryweaver
Terry's Website:
https://terryweaverbooks.com/
Breaking Strongholds TV Series Website:
https://www.breakingstrongholds.com/
VEL Institute:
http://www.velinstitute.org/
Find Out More Abou
59: Louis Gallucci - God Wants to Use You - Especially if You Feel Disqualified
Louis had a long list of reasons why he felt disqualified to be used by God. But each time he said “Yes” to His promptings, the journey got more challenging, exciting and life-changing. Looking back, he never could have imagined that asking one innocent question at an information table in the church lobby, then saying "Yes" to the Lord's prompting, would ultimately set him on a course with the potential to change the entire insurance industry.
Meet Louis:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guest
58: Jed Burdick - How One Act of Faith Could Shift Your Business (and life) From Loss to Profit
Jed had always dreamed of making a powerful impact in the world by being a full-time filmmaker. Yet, after having the electricity shut off multiple times, almost losing his home to foreclosure, and living virtually hand to mouth for five years with his wife and six children, in desperation he met with a friend who gave him advice that led to a MAJOR decision that shifted EVERYTHING in his business and life.
What You'll Find Out In This Episode:
The DECISION he made
The KEY HABITS that needed t
57: Dave Dalton - Remembering Your WHY When You Hit Resistance
Dave has cultivated a life of listening to the Lord's promptings then acting upon them, no matter how crazy they seem. In doing so he's experienced incredible breakthroughs in his life and business - along with incredible resistance. There's been one KEY that has helped him navigate through all of it: reminding himself of what the Lord has spoken.
Meet Dave:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/davedalton
Dave's Website:
https://www.ebars.com/
The Book Dave Has Read Hundreds of Times:
The W
56: Elisa Bosley - Experiencing The Miraculous is Easier Than You Think
Elisa Bosley is experiencing miracles virtually every week in what many would think is the most unlikely of places – nursing homes, memory care units and assisted living facilities. In this episode she shares how and why.
Meet Elisa:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/elisabosley
Elisa's Website:
https://spiritualeldercare.com/
Find Out More About The Real Faith Stories Podcast:
http://www.RealFaithStories.com
Meet The Host Of Real Faith Stories:
http://www.BrianRobinson.coSpecial Guest: E
55: Chris Downey - How One Word From God Can Change Your Life
Chris used to call himself a "resentful agnostic" but then he received a "memo from the head office" (also known as a word of knowledge) that showed him how real God was and how much He had always loved him.
Meet Chris:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/chrisdowney
Chris' Website:
https://vaxcalc.org/
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54: Amy Lykosh - Should You Be Paying Someone to Pray for You & Your Business?
Amy's parents created the highly acclaimed Sonlight homeschool curriculum and, for over 30 years they've had paid staff who prayed for every facet of their business, from customers to vendors. But it wasn't until they hired an intercessor (yes, a paid intercessor) that they saw their business explode. The results were so remarkable that Amy collaborated with the intercessor they hired and co-founded Workplace Prayer. Whether this strikes you as "odd" or not, you owe it to yourself to hear her
53: David Charlson - The King of Kitty Litter (no joke)
In a totally God-ordained vocational pivot, David Charlson shares his journey from losing virtually everything to becoming the "King of Kitty Litter."
David's Website:
http://www.DavidCharlsonCoaching.com
Meet David:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/davidcharlson
Find Out More About The Real Faith Stories Podcast:
http://www.RealFaithStories.com
Find Out More About Brian Robinson:
http://www.BrianRobinson.coSpecial Guest: David Charlson.
52: Michelle Brogan - Saying "Yes" Changes Everything
Some people talk about going "all-in" with their faith. But what happens when you go all-in, day after day, for more than 20 years? Meet Michelle Brogan.
This is a re-release of Michelle's episode from July 2020. If you haven't heard it, you're going to love it.
You can find out more at the following websites:
www.Dance-Revolution.com
www.IngredientsDanceCo.com
www.EpiArts.com
www.MichelleBrogan.com
Find Out More About The Real Faith Stories Podcast:
http://www.RealFaithStories.com
Find Out Mor
51: Ray Leight - How To Get Unstuck And (finally) Set Free
Ray talks about his incredible experiences as an Identity Coach helping over 7,000 people get unstuck and set free to walk out the truth of who God created them to be. The enemy has come to STEAL your identity, KILL your authority and DESTROY your community with others. The time has come to change that right now!
Meet Ray:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/rayleight
Ray's Website:
https://www.faithbygrace.org/
Find Out More About The Real Faith Stories Podcast:
http://www.RealFaithStorie
50: Mitch Matthews - When God Nudges You (are you paying attention?)
What are you doing with the little nudges you're getting throughout the day? Was that prompting from God, just a fleeting emotion or (excuse me) feedback from the meal you just ate? In this episode Mitch shares several amazing stories about getting nudges from God and exactly what he did with them; one of which quite literally saved his business from becoming toast just days before the COVID lockdown began.
Meet Mitch:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/mitchmatthews
Mitch's Website:
http
49: Chad Hedrick - World's Top Speed Skater, "Winning Olympic Gold Just Felt Empty"
Chad Hedrick is the winner of 5 Olympic medals in speed skating from 2006 to 2010 and a total of 52 World Champion inline skating titles from 1994 to 2002.
However, it was in the 2006 Olympics Chad experienced a moment that deeply affected him. Standing at the podium in Torino, Italy to receive his gold medal, there was a tremendous sense of accomplishment, but there was also this intense feeling of emptiness inside. It was shortly thereafter he realized his life lacked purpose outside of the a
48: Steve Stewart - What Happens When You Give God Everything In Your Hands?
Since Steve was a child, he dreamed of making a huge impact on the world. Then, in his 40's after serious complications from spine surgery, and losing 45 pounds in just six weeks, he was back in the hospital. During this time, he began to seriously examine his life. What impact had he really made? If given a second chance, what would he do? These questions coupled with a book he began to read exploded into a commitment to completely give God what he had in his hands - 22 years of design eng
47: Lisa van den Berg - The Power Of Having NO Backup Plan
As a Spiritual Mentor, Lisa has touched the lives of thousands who are on the journey of learning to live in intimate relationship with God, like Jesus did. Hailing from South Africa, via the UK and now in the US, her mentoring experience ranges across both business and church sectors, with her greatest passion being helping others to know the love of God and walk fully in their God-given purpose. As a new convert, Lisa made the decision that there would be "No Plan B" and that's made ALL THE
46: Laura Duncan - "I Have Four Young Children And My Husband Just Died - Now What?"
Jeff and Laura Duncan were living a wonderfully fulfilling life, then 10 years into their marriage the unthinkable happened: Jeff died from a debilitating disease and Laura was now a widow with four young children. Where was God in this? Why did God answer Jeff’s prayers to heal so many others, but then Jeff, who believed God would heal him, passes away just months after his diagnosis? Why now? What good could possibly come of this? Laura shares the transformational experience she had answe
45: Donna Winship - How To Crush Fear And Live In Freedom
After what seemed like a huge failure, Donna experienced a life changing transformation. What she discovered is that the failure and accompanying feelings of shame and unworthiness were not an attack of the enemy in her life, but an INVITATION to know God at deeper levels she could only have dreamed about. From this deeper relationship with God, she has been able to crush fear and live a life of true freedom. In this episode she shares how and the tools that will help you do it too.
Meet Donn
44: John Ramstead - "Almost Dying Brought Absolute Clarity To The Choices I Always Had"
John was at the peak of his professional career nine years ago when his dreams were shattered by a freak accident that was "unsurvivable." Lying on his back, right after it happened, he shares about a stunning experience of God's overwhelming unconditional love. 23 surgeries and almost two years of medical care later, John emerged with a profound vision for how to live a life of significance. Since then, he has coached and mentored hundreds of individuals and companies. John’s passion for he
43: Perry Marshall - ONLY GOD Could Have Revealed This To A Complete Stranger
Perry was deep in thought at a church worship service one night when a complete stranger walked up to him and told him exactly what he was thinking about (a math problem, of all things) and that he was going to figure it out if he just kept working on it. Then, as she was about to walk away, she turned around and shared one more thing which brought him to the edge of tears because it was known by NOBODY ELSE in his life. And that’s just the beginning of this story.
Perry's Website:
https://www
42: Julie Richards -"Saying 'YES' To God's Promptings Completely Changed My Life"
Julie wanted to be a school teacher. At the end of her degree program she was student teaching with someone who told her she had no business working with people, especially children, and would be better off working in a cubicle by herself never interacting with others. As a result, her confidence was decimated. It took her two years after that experience to find a teaching job because she didn't believe in herself. Then she met another teacher who began to pour truth into her. During that t
41: Norris Williams - Overcoming The Lies We Believe About Ourselves And God
Through the love and prayers of his parents, Norris Williams was given a gift: from an early age he experienced the presence of God in ways that many people long for their whole lives. As a result, he discovered how to help others identify the lies they've believed about themselves and about God's love for them. This has led to a lifelong journey of helping others from all over the world rid themselves of a performance mentality and instead, live in a place of trust in God that they've always
40: Peter Martino - "This Forever Changed Our Lives"
Some experiences completely alter how you approach the rest of your life. Peter was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma just a few months into his marriage, at age 23. But what happened after the first chemo treatment brought a life-changing perspective to every decision after that.
In This Episode You'll Discover:
The circumstances that led to a dramatic shift in how Peter and his wife now approach everyday life
How to let go of preconceived notions and entrust your outcomes to God
The power
39: Vivian Hearn - The Power Of What You Believe
At 16, Vivian was diagnosed with a very rare bleeding condition; one that doctors said she would have to live with the rest of her life. However, she was absolutely certain God was going to heal her. Then, in her 20’s, something miraculous happened which was only the beginning of her incredible journey that went beyond her understanding.
In This Episode You’ll Discover:
How a parent’s faith can have a life-altering influence on their children
What comes out of your mouth is totally connected
38: Ben Ungerman - Your Greatest Pain May Be PREPARATION For Greater Purpose
Ben thought he was going to be chosen to command the largest squadron in the Air Force. It was the next most obvious and logical step in his his amazing career. But it didn't happen because, as it turned out, God had a very different plan. Through the pain of that loss, Ben let go...and in doing so, God led him in a direction that he never could have imagined.
In This Episode You'll Discover:
The Power of Surrender
The Power of Prayer
The Power of Fasting
The Power of Pursuing God
Meet Ben:
37: Jay Coughlan - "I'm Responsible For My Father's Death"
It was literally a life-shattering moment for Jay. A father-son outing tragically ending with a car crash into a train at 60 miles an hour. Then the unforgettable words whispered into his ear... "Dad didn't make it." The emotional pain was unbearable and Jay could have easily been defined by this event for the rest of his life, had it not been for a complete stranger who came into his hospital room and said something that would change him forever.
What you’ll discover in this episode:
THE PR
36: Jamie Winship - "I May Never See My Family Again"
It was an impossible situation: Jamie Winship was facing a 100% chance of conviction with a 10-year prison sentence in an Islamic country. The trial was moments from ending and then... a miracle happened.
In This Episode You'll Discover:
* The AMAZING LIFE LESSON Jamie learned from his harrowing experience on trial
* The TWO MOST IMPORTANT QUESTIONS you should be asking God when you don't know what to do
* HOW TO STOP making decisions based upon self-protection and self-promotion and START LIVI
35: Daniel Gil - How Rejection Can Turn Into Your Greatest Blessing
You may know Daniel Gil as an impressive Six-time American Ninja Warrior competitor and Season 12 Champion. What you may not know is that he was rejected the first two years he tried to get on the show. Then, the only other way he could get on the show was by joining what was called the walk on line. This meant standing in line and waiting for over a week for a chance to actually run the course. Then something incredible happened while he waited...and the rest is American Ninja Warrior histo
34: Jed Burdick - How One Act Of Faith Could Shift Your Business (and life) From Loss To Profit
Jed had always dreamed of making a powerful impact in the world by being a full-time filmmaker. Yet, after having the electricity shut off multiple times, almost losing his home to foreclosure, and living virtually hand to mouth for five years with his wife and six children, in desperation he met with a friend who gave him advice that led to a MAJOR decision that shifted EVERYTHING in his business and life.
What You'll Find Out In This Episode:
The DECISION he made
The KEY HABITS that needed t
33: Blair Reynolds - What's The Real Cost Of Not Being Authentic?
Several years ago Blair Reynolds experienced such a powerfully transformative moment, he resigned from the job he was in and 14 days later became a Life Consultant. In that role he helps others uncover their true identity - that is, the person God uniquely created them to be. He says, "The world is craving the revelation of your true identity, and the things that we put in place of that, such as anxiety, confusion, depression, broken relationships, are actually adaptive ways of living. So I e
32: Andy Wyatt - "Losing Everything Is The Best Thing That Happened To Us"
Andy founded Cornerstone Capital Management, a private wealth management business in 1993, and with his team had grown it to over $15 billion in assets under management. He sold the business in 2013 but, the deal went terribly wrong and he didn't receive any of the payout he was expecting. Over two decades of work just vanished with nothing to show for it. As you could imagine, his pain was immeasurable. But now he is absolutely certain this was the best thing that could have happened to hi
31: Taylor And Brittany Barnes - When Everything Crashes Around You, Then What?
Life was good for Taylor and Brittany. Then 2014 came along. In that year, Taylor's mother died an early death, the lucrative deal to sell his business was derailed at the last minute, the marriage of their very closest friends fell apart, and their two-year old son was diagnosed with autism. There was only one way to get through all of this, and it had everything to do with a choice they made.
Meet Taylor and Brittany:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/taylor-brittanybarnes
Taylor's We
30: Brian Sherman - How To Walk In Your True Identity
Brian felt he was called to be a writer but had no actual proof of that in his day-to-day life. But when he decided to own that identity, tell others he was a writer, and take steps toward that, something began to shift. His eyes opened to opportunities, and he acted on them - by faith - even though he FELT afraid. With each step, more and more doors opened until it became a full-on reality. Now Brian is a full-time writer, speaker, and entrepreneur who helps others discover their true ident
29: Christine Najem - Dedicating Your Life And Business To God
When Christine and Charbel Najem decided to go all-in on their faith, things immediately got harder...a lot harder. However, God was directly orchestrating circumstances that required ALL their trust in Him. Then, the amazing started to happen.
Meet Christine:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/christinenajem
Christine's Website:
https://www.cedarwoodllc.com/Special Guest: Christine Najem.
28: Ben Kasica - Taking Action On Your Desires
Ben Kasica's career includes over 10 years in the band SKILLET (Atlantic Records) selling over 10 million records, 2 Grammy nominations and scoring numerous #1 radio singles. Then he launched Skies Fall, a production company and entertainment eco-sytem where he's led the development and production of thousands of powerful stories in the film & television space as well as creating strategy and content for Fortune 500 brands, celebrities, influencers and organizations. All of this has been tied
27: Brian Robinson - Journal Thoughts: "Full, Unconditional, Surrender"
This week's brief episode is an excerpt from my personal journal entitled, "Full, Unconditional, Surrender." For a limited time I'm also providing a free gift for you!
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Text the word ROBINSON to 44222, enter your email and I'll send you the E-Book, "43 Amazing Questions For Discovering Your Purpose."
26: Joshua Feuerstein - How Brokenness Can Become Your Blessing
Joshua had a horrific speech impediment from the time he was 4 years old until God miraculously healed him at age 17. This experience catapulted him into speaking engagements all over the country. Then, he fell in love and was about to get married when his heart was broken into "a billion pieces." This lead him into posting videos on Facebook that eventually garnered over 4 BILLION views. Joshua's mantra is this: Put Yourself In A Position Where You HAVE TO RELY ON GOD In Order To Accomplish
25: Luke Redus - Overcoming The Lie That You're Not Good Enough
Imagine at six years old, you wake up one morning to find that both of your parents have left you - literally abandoned you - and they're not coming back. Now you're an orphan. What Luke Redus experienced from that moment forward is both heart-wrenching and ultimately, awe-inspiring.
Meet Luke:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/lukeredus
Luke's Website:
https://compassionunited.us/Special Guest: Luke Redus.
24: Tommy Breedlove - Participating In Your Own Rescue
At 39 years-old, Tommy Breedlove was at the top of a hugely successful career as a shareholder, member of the board of directors and International Practice Leader for one of the largest public accounting and financial firms in the southeast U.S. Then he experienced a transformational moment inspiring him to walk away from the corporate world to change his life and follow his true calling. In this episode we talk about his God-ordained experience and the choices he made to participate 100% in h
23: Jeremy Box - Hearing, Believing, Then Acting
Jeremy received a powerful word of encouragement that would change the entire trajectory of his life. But first, he had to believe it was true, despite the lies he was hearing to the contrary. Then, two weeks after receiving this word, his boss pulled him into a meeting and told him he was going to manage a project for which he had no prior experience. Despite feeling unqualified, overwhelmed and insecure, he took massive action. This led to more opportunities, which then led him to start and
22: Judy Weber - How Desperation Lead To Transformation
Judy Weber was a self-proclaimed pro-abortion femi-nazi who made an internal vow to never "obey" her husband, unless it was on her terms. However, a series of unimaginable circumstances brought her to a place of total desperation. In that desperation she turned to the Word of God, then everything began to change. Now, she is a sought-after Christ-centered business coach helping high-achieving women of faith grow & scale a business of signficance, God's way. Her core message is; "go 'all in'
21: Charbel Najem - Nothing Is Impossible With God
At 24 years old, Charbel Najem immigrated from war-torn Lebanon to the United States with just $500 in his pocket and huge dream of making a difference. With no English speaking skills, other than what he learned from watching cartoons on TV, his journey has been one of seemingly impossible odds. And it certainly would have been impossible, except for one thing: nothing is impossible with God.
Meet Charbel:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/charbelnajem
Video Intro For Charbel's Story (P
20: Mary Sirois - Following God's Promptings
From being the only woman trading in the fed funds futures pit at the Chicago Board of Trade, to opening a salon, spa and retail space, to owning and running three property investment companies, to starting the TRIBL app and YouTube channel, Mary's life is one of following God's promptings, leaning into what she's sensing as His direction, then taking steps of faith. She's always had this belief that she could do anything and, God has wonderfully honored that belief.
Meet Mary:
https://www.real
19: Caleb Guilliams - Overcoming Fear And Walking In Your Purpose
Caleb Guilliams wanted his life to matter. Really Matter. In order for this to happen, HIS IDENTITY had to become SOMETHING BIGGER than the OPINIONS of other PEOPLE. Despite massive fear, he made a courageous decision to follow what he knew to be his calling in the financial services industry. Now at age 24, his company, Better Wealth, is leading the way in helping people from all walks of life identify their "why" by asking one very important question, and continuing to ask it until there's
18: Tommy Newberry - "SAFE Is a Four Letter Word"
Tommy Newberry has had a profound impact on thousands of people all around the globe as a Wall Street Journal and New York Times Best Selling author, and head coach of The 1% Club, Inc., an organization dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and their families maximize their full potential. Ultimately, playing it "safe" didn't get him there. Find out why he says, "SAFE is a four letter word."
Meet Tommy:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/tommynewberry
Tommy's Website:
http://www.TommyNewberr
17: Carla Pratico - The Cab Ride That Changed Everything
Late one night In a New York City bar, all by herself on her birthday, out of nowhere Carla heard the voice of God speak to her. She immediately put her drink down, walked outside and got into a cab where her life was forever changed. That was just the beginning of a three year journey which has lead to an amazing transformation in her life and business.
Meet Carla:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/carlapratico
Carla's Website:
http://www.CarlaPratico.comSpecial Guest: Carla Pratico.
16: Joshua & Ashlee Latimer - God Called You, So It’s Going To Be Easy – RIGHT?
Josh & Ashlee Latimer were minding their own business when, out of the blue, God tells them to move to Costa Rica. Then everything miraculously lined up for them to make the move. But after arriving there it got ugly. Really ugly. Yet they wouldn’t trade their experiences for anything because God was preparing them to make an even greater impact then they could have imagined.
Meet Josh & Ashlee
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/thelatimers
Josh & Ashlee's Website (you HAVE to see their
15: Tom Ziglar - How To Stop Worrying
Tom Ziglar heard his father, Zig Ziglar, say thousands of times, “I never worry.” And it was the truth. In this episode Tom shares the keys to never worrying again, three necessary ingredients for changing your mindset, the secret to Zig Ziglar’s power and impact on stages all over the world, and how to find your "WHY."
Meet Tom:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/tomziglar
Tom's Website:
https://www.ziglar.com/ Special Guest: Tom Ziglar.
14: Cherlyn Decker - Who Are YOU (honestly)?
What happens when you lose virtually everything that identifies WHO YOU THINK YOU ARE? Your career, your income, your home, your neighborhood, your ministry gift, your parents, your friends? When all the handles you grab onto for identity are gone, then what? Cherlyn Decker discovered that’s when real, honest, gut-level, life-changing transformation can happen. Find out how she walked through it and came out far, far better on the other side.
Meet Cherlyn:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/gu
13: Brock Shinen - How To Partner With God
How do you view your life? One that occasionally intersects with God by coincidence; or as a living, breathing, daily partnership with Him? What does partnership with God look like? Is it really possible? As an attorney, best-selling author, consultant and public speaker, Brock Shinen has some powerful and practical insights into these questions and many others on this episode of Real Faith Stories.
Meet Brock:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/brockshinen
Brock's Podcast and Website:
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12: Jaime Cross - The Billion Dollar Idea
Two years after leaving her corporate banking career to be home with her newborn son, Jaime cried out to God for a billion dollar idea. Here's what happened next.
Meet Jaime:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/jaimecross
Jaime's Podcast & Websites:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-her-effect/id1477992393
https://thehereffect.com/
https://www.migliving.com/Special Guest: Jaime Cross.
11: Joseph Warren - Self-Reliance vs. God-Reliance (choose wisely)
Growing up in a militaristic home environment coupled with his Catholic faith, Joseph always felt like he needed to perform in order for God to love him. However, one piece of advice from a billionaire Christian businessman sent him on an 8-month journey that remarkably and permanently changed his relationship with God.
Then, Joseph shares how God smashed the idol of self-reliance through a deeply painful business experience which resulted in a profound personal transformation that has been use
10: Andy Mason - Leave Everything, Move To Another Country, Then I'll Show You What To Do
Andy Mason was doing well in New Zealand as a bank executive, yet he had this unsettled feeling about his life. Then, one night God spoke to him through a children's bedtime Bible story he was reading to his 4 year-old son, "Leave everything, move to another country, then I'll show you what to do."
Meet Andy:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/andymason
Andy's Website:
https://heaveninbusiness.com/
Books By Andy:
Finding Hope in Crazy Times: Daily Stories of Hearing God
God With You at
9: Kramer Soderberg - Experiencing Victory by Letting Go
After losing his job as a coach, sending out hundreds of resumes with no results, stress, anxiety, worry and fear set in. In the midst of this Kramer decided to embrace his suffering instead of resisting it, and by doing so discovered the profound secret of how to overcome by letting go.
Meet Kramer:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/kramersoderberg
Kramer's Website:
http://www.KramerSoderberg.comSpecial Guest: Kramer Soderberg.
8: George Cope - The Destiny in Your Difficulty
BONUS EPISODE: How does a young boy labeled "mentally retarded" by his second grade teacher go on to earn his PhD, become a college professor, college president, and pastor multiple congregations during his lifetime without ever having a resume or applying for one single job? Find out now by listening to this bonus episode.Special Guest: George Cope.
7: Shae Bynes - Lord, What do You Want Me to Do?
After leaving a great career with IBM Corporation, Shae launched into "freak out and make it happen mode" doing what she "thought" God wanted her to do, but with very little progress to show for it. Six months in, she finally asked, "Lord, what do YOU want me to do?" That's when EVERYTHING started to change.Special Guest: Shae Bynes.
6: Rick Hinnant - From Shattered to Shark Tank
In Rick and Melissa Hinnant's journey from a heart shattering loss, to the "accidental" starting of their business, to their appearance on ABC's Shark Tank and ultimately, their deal with Real Estate icon Barbara Corcoran, it's abundantly clear how the Lord was involved EVERY step of the way, constantly impressing upon them the need to walk by faith. As you'll hear, the ultimate result has been amazing.Special Guest: Rick Hinnant.
5: Jeremie Kubicek - Hurricane + Car Crash = Life Changed Forever
What do you REALLY believe about the power and presence of God? Buckle up for this episode because it may completely shatter your paradigm.Special Guest: Jeremie Kubicek.
4: David Charlson - The King of Kitty Litter (no joke)
In a totally God-ordained vocational pivot, David Charlson shares his journey from losing virtually everything to becoming "The King of Kitty Litter." Special Guest: David Charlson.
3: Michelle Brogan - Saying "Yes" Changes Everything
Some people talk about going "all-in" with their faith. But what happens when you go all-in, day after day, for more than 20 years? Meet Michelle Brogan.Special Guest: Michelle Brogan.
2: David Howell - Prayer Saved My Life
From working 100 hours a week to save his business to a vegetative state after a devastating brain infection, David Howell shares his miraculous story of how prayer literally saved his life and forever changed him.Special Guest: David Howell.
1: Introduction to Real Faith Stories
Introduction - The "Why" behind the Real Faith Stories podcast.