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Hear Meridith's "Wow God" Story on episode 2 of the new "Wow God Stories" Podcast- Subscribe today! Aug 02, 2023

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Hear the brand-new podcast called "Wow God Stories", with hosts, Lisa WIlliams and Ann Sorenson. This podcast reminds us of a God who is able, alive, and active in our lives. https://www.wowgod.com/podcasts/wow-god-stories/ Click the link, or subscribe on Apple, Google, or Spotify today.

Page 167: Iveth Luna: God's Call, Closed Doors, and Finding Hope in the Midst of Depression Jul 27, 2023

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Iveth Luna is known as one of the rising new artists of today, writing songs that inspire people to worship Jesus. Although she had always secretly dreamed that she could be a worship leader, it wasn't until she had a supernatural experience at 19 that she knew God was calling her to music. But then she experienced one crushing disappointment after another. In auditions for both The Voice and America's God Talent, she came so close, only to experience heartbreak. It seemed God was closing every door. The disappointment she felt soon turned to depression and then questioning both God and herself.

NEW PODCAST called "Wow God Stories" - Subscribe today! Jul 26, 2023

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Page 166: Kevin "KB" Burgess: Finding Hope in Jesus Through Christian Hip Hop Jul 21, 2023

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Like many kids growing up on the south side of St. Petersburg, Florida, Kevin Burgess struggled with depression and hopelessness. After his parents' divorce, he moved from a place where he felt safe, to a community where drugs and violence seemed to rule. He felt forgotten by society and had little hope of living to the age of 30. That's when an acquaintance handed him a Christian hip-hop CD that changed his life. Kevin Burgess is better known by his stage name, KB. He is a Christian hip-hop artist, music executive, the author of Dangerous Jesus, and a man with a heart to shepherd the lost and hurting toward hope in Jesus.

Page 132: Katy Nichole: "In Jesus' Name" Singer Shares the Story Behind the Song Jul 14, 2023

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The spinal surgery Katy Nichole underwent to correct scoliosis left her in excruciating pain. For three years she battled anxiety and depression. She came to a point where she wanted to give up, but God met Katy at her lowest and promised He had a purpose for her life. During those years of struggle Katy realized God had given her the gift of music so she could encourage others. Katy's song, "In Jesus' Name (God of Possible)" became a viral sensation and set a record for the fastest rise to #1 for a female artist's debut single. In this episode, Katy shares the story behind the song and how she became convinced there is always hope with Jesus.

Archive Page 122: Toni Collier: Broken Crayons Still Color Jul 07, 2023

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When Toni Collier was young, her family experienced a traumatic event that forced her to grow up fast. She had to take control in order to ensure the survival of the people around her. It was a heavy burden and by the time she was a teen, that weight was too much. She set out on a path of destruction that included drinking, drugs, and toxic relationships. Even meeting Jesus didn't really change her life. Real change didn't happen until Toni was willing to surrender everything. Toni is the founder of Broken Crayons Still Color, a ministry that helps women know that God can redeem any story when we surrender it to him, and the author of "Brave Enough to be Broken."

Archive Page 130: Ben Fuller: Songwriter's Search for Love Leads to Jesus Jun 30, 2023

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In 2022, Ben Fuller was a singer and songwriter just beginning his career in Christian music. His song "Who I Am" has been played on stations around the country. He grew up on a dairy farm in Vermont as a well-liked kid who seemed to have it all together. But he always struggled to earn his father's approval. On the inside, he felt an emptiness that left Ben searching for something to fill the hole. He tried relationships, alcohol, cocaine, and even "making it" in country music. With each new thing, he was left asking himself, "Is this it? Is THIS what life is all about?"

Page 165: Taylor & Lindsey Hohulin: Finding God's Faithfulness Through Infertility Jun 23, 2023

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Infertility is more common than we might imagine. One in six couples struggles to conceive, and yet it can be a very lonely experience. Taylor and Lindsey Hohulin had always assumed they would have children. They were healthy and they came from families with lots of kids. So when they had trouble conceiving, it was surprising. Taylor and Lindsey have experienced the highs and lows of an infertility journey. They have been optimistic, disappointed, full of hope and full of grief. When you long for something so desperately, something that God says is good, how do you trust He is faithful even while your prayers seem to be unanswered?

Page 164: Jon Reddick: Singer/Songwriter on Pursuing Purpose and Trusting God's Timing Jun 16, 2023

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Jon Reddick is a singer and worship leader who writes songs of hope and healing, like "God, Turn It Around" and "I Believe It." There was a time when the hurts and hard parts of life left him questioning, is God's plan always good? Would the dreams planted in Jon's heart ever really happen? He seriously considered leaving music behind. But God used encounters with 2 strangers to affirm Jon's purpose and change his life.

Page 163: Scott Spiezio: Former St. Louis Cardinal and World Series Champion Finds Freedom from Addiction Jun 09, 2023

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When it comes to addiction, freedom comes through surrender. Scott Spiezio had always been a "goal guy," setting goals, working hard and finding success. The son of a major league baseball player, he grew up with his hopes set on playing in the big leagues. He won two World Series Championships with the Anaheim Angels and the St. Louis Cardinals in his 12 years in the major leagues. But an injury, a move away from the tight-knit community of believers that had surrounded him, and the pressures of great success led to the crumbling of his life and career.

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