The Unfolding

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Page 245: Dan Chung: Following God Into the Unknown, Rescuing North Korean Refugees Jul 11, 2025

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What happens when ordinary people decide to follow God, without a roadmap or plan, into some of the most dangerous places on earth? In this episode of The Unfolding, Dan Chung shares his incredible journey from a Korean immigrant growing up in Chicago to co-founding Crossing Borders, an organization dedicated to rescuing and supporting North Korean refugees fleeing unimaginable oppression. Dan's story is a powerful example of how faith, brokenness, and a willingness to say "Send me" can change thousands of lives, even when the road ahead is unclear. You'll hear about the harsh realities North Korean refugees face: starvation, human trafficking, and brutal persecution. And you'll discover how God uses ordinary people, willing to step into the unknown, to bring hope and healing.

Content Warning: This episode contains stories of torture, starvation, and human trafficking that may be difficult to hear.

Show Notes:

Crossing Borders website: www.crossingbordersnk.org

Crossing Borders on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossingBordersNK

Crossing Borders on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossingbordersnk/?hl=en

Mike Kim's book Escaping North Korea: https://www.amazon.com/Escaping-North-Korea-Defiance-Repressive/dp/0742567052

Unfolding Short Stories: "You don't have to throw your brain in the dustbin to be a Christian." Justin Brierley explains why he's still a Christian Jul 08, 2025

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"You don't have to throw your brain in the dustbin to be a Christian."

Raised in the UK with few Christians around him, Justin Brierly encountered God powerfully at age 15. But later, in the halls of Oxford, doubt crept in. What followed was a deep search for truth that led to a career of asking hard questions and finding better answers.

His book Why I'm Still a Christian tells that story. It's shaped by conversation, discovery, and a thoughtful pursuit of faith. "We all come to life with a worldview… the question is: which one makes better sense?"

Page 244: Jaime Jamgochian: Adversity, Surrender, and Finding Her Voice Again Jul 04, 2025

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Singer, songwriter, and worship leader Jaime Jamgochian knows what it means to wait, and to keep holding on when the future feels uncertain. After rising to the top of Christian radio with "Hear My Worship," Jaime's journey took unexpected turns: chronic illness, career setbacks, and a season of deep doubt. At one point, she found herself in her 40s, back in her childhood home, too sick to get out of bed, crying out to God: "Why is this happening?" But even in the darkest moments, she sensed God's presence drawing near. In this episode of The Unfolding, Jaime shares how surrender, persistence, and the kindness of God have shaped her story, and how it all led to a new beginning with her album Sacred Surrender. Whether you're waiting on healing, clarity, or hope, Jaime's story will remind you God is still writing your story.

Show Notes:

Jaime's website: https://www.jaimejam.com/

Contact Jaime email: jaime@innovativemedicine.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaimejamgochian/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaimejamgochian/

Unfolding Short Stories: "...an orphan from the Rwandan genocide..." Kerry Hasenbalg's story of helping Nanja find her family in Rwanda Jul 01, 2025

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When Kerry Hasenbalg heard God say "Love this one as your own" it led her to Nanja, a girl orphaned in the Rwandan genocide, and set in motion a series of events that led to an unforgettable reunion. In this story, a scar became the key to recognizing a daughter thought to be lost.

Since that time, Kerry has walked through her own seasons of loss and healing. Today, she helps others through writing, teaching, and soul care.

Learn more in her new book The Way of Becoming: 12 Practices for a Thriving Soul

Page 243: Megan Fate Marshman: Walking with the One Who is Not Worried Jun 27, 2025

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What does it really mean to trust God fully, even when your world falls apart? When pastor and speaker Megan Fate Marshman suddenly lost her husband, Randy, she found herself in the midst of unimaginable grief. As a young widow and single mom, Megan faced a choice: strive for control or surrender to a God who never leaves. In this episode of The Unfolding, Megan shares how heartbreak led her to a slower, more peaceful life rooted in trust, not fear. Her story is a reminder that even in the fire, we are not alone. Megan helps us understand how peace can be possible even in the hardest moments and why resting in God's love changes everything. Megan is a teaching pastor at Willow Community Creek Church and is the author of Relaxed: Walking with the One Who's Not Worried About a Thing.

Show Notes:

Megan's Website: https://www.meganfate.com/

Megan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganfate/

Megan's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meganfatemarshman

Buy Megan's book: https://faithgateway.com/products/relaxed-walking-with-the-one-who-is-not-worried-about-a-thing?variant=41787794882696

Unfolding Short Stories: "What does it look like for a coral biologist to minister to creation?" Rachel Jordan Jun 24, 2025

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"What does it look like for a coral biologist to minister to creation?" For Rachel Jordan, that question became painfully real when the reefs she studied began to vanish. As she searched for answers in both science and Scripture, Rachel began to see a bigger redemption story and a calling to bring restoration to God's underwater creation.

If you're interested in Rachel's book, you can discover more here: If the Ocean Has a Soul A Marine Biologist's Pursuit of Truth through Deep Waters of Faith and Science

Page 142: Courtney Smallbone: God Can Do the Impossible Jun 20, 2025

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Courtney Smallbone comes from a long line of Jesus-followers—but as a teenager, she wasn't convinced. That changed after a powerful encounter that shifted her from skeptic to wholehearted believer. When she witnessed God move in a miraculous way, it marked her for life and reshaped her expectations of what God could do. That moment would become the foundation of her faith when she later faced a situation that looked impossible. Courtney is married to Luke, one half of the Grammy-winning duo For King & Country. She is the author of Technicolor Woman.

Show Notes:

Website: https://technicolorwoman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneysmallbone_/

Book: https://www.forkingandcountry.com/products/technicolor-woman-devotional

Unfolding Short Stories: "Sometimes we miss Him in our every day." — Suzanne Happs Jun 17, 2025

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"Sometimes we miss Him in our every day." — Suzanne Happs

We often look for God on the mountaintop or in the valley. But what about the middle? The everyday spaces of life where nothing feels especially dramatic or divine.

In this short story, Suzanne Happs reflects on raspberries, unexpected timing, and the sacredness of the ordinary. She reminds us that even in quiet seasons, God is present and faithful.

To hear more of Suzanne's story, including how her family faced a medical crisis with no health insurance, listen on Apple to Page 53: Suzanne Happs from The Unfolding.

Or listen on Spotify.

Page 172: Consumed By Fire: Caleb, Jordan and Josh Ward Jun 13, 2025

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Caleb, Jordan, and Josh Ward, the brothers who make up Consumed By Fire, first played music together in 2006. They hit the road with a heart to serve and tell people about the hope of Jesus through music. For years they played and traveled, mostly for small crowds and small pay. They were living and working by faith- A way of life they had watched their parents model in a powerful way. But it's tough to live a life of ministry on the road. They were burning out. Despite a clear call from God, after 13 years of hard work, they decided to quit. That's when God gave them a song called "First Things First," that changed everything.

Show Notes:

Website: https://consumedbyfire.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consumedbyfire/?hl=en

Unfolding Short Stories: "Call the Sabbath a delight." Travis West Jun 10, 2025

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Travis West knows what it feels like to run on empty. Early in his marriage he was working multiple jobs and caring for his wife Mariah through a long illness. A study trip to Jerusalem changed everything. When the city slowed to a standstill on Friday nights, Travis experienced Sabbath rest for the first time. In this episode he explains how that weekly pause brought new life to his family and why he believes Sabbath is a practical gift for anyone today.

Book: The Sabbath Way: Making Room in Your Life for Rest, Connection, and Delight

Sabbath resource: https://www.travis-west.com/practices

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