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From Doubt to Belief | 75. Alisa Childers and KB Discover That God Is Real Nov 05, 2025

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Even when we have questions, God is still there. Faith isn't guessing, it's trusting the God who shows us what's true.

On today's episode of Wow God Stories, Alisa Childers shares how God rebuilt her faith through apologetics after a season of doubt. Rapper and defender of the faith KB tells how he miraculously survived being hit by a car and later met Jesus in the heart of the city. And after years of searching, Jason Hanson describes how his pursuit of truth led him back to Christ, confirmed by a miraculous dove.

2 Corinthians 10:5 We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ.

Alisa's website: https://alisachilders.com/ KB's website: https://whoiskb.com/about/

Evidence for God | 74. Justin Brierley & J. Warner Wallace on Why Christianity Is True Oct 29, 2025

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When doubt feels overwhelming, there are real answers. This episode explores why faith in Jesus is reasonable and grounded in history, logic, and real life change. If you are searching for truth, this will help you see that God is real.

An atheist detective ( J. Warner Wallace) investigated the Gospels, found them true, and decided to follow Jesus. He's now an apologetics author!

Dr. Tanya Paynter's doubt was supernaturally turned into faith, and God provided the money she needed to pursue apologetics.

Justin Brierley questioned his faith, explored evidence, and became convinced Christianity is true.

Jeff Myers found the answers he was looking for.

Acts 17:2 As was Paul's custom, he went to the synagogue service, and for three Sabbaths in a row he used the Scriptures to reason with the people.

J. Warner Wallace's site: https://coldcasechristianity.com/books-by-j-warner-wallace/

Tanya Paynter's site: https://www.psalmmedical.com/about-us-page

Justin Brierly's site: https://justinbrierley.com/

Faith Under Fire in Africa | 73. God Meets Christians in Hardship Oct 22, 2025

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In this episode of Wow God Stories, you'll travel across Africa—through Sierra Leone, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Rwanda—to witness how God shows up in impossible situations. You'll hear how He protected a family during civil war, healed a dying man in Ethiopia, rescued a forgotten baby in Uganda, and reunited an orphan with her mother after the Rwandan genocide. These true stories of faith, persecution, and miracles will remind you that no matter where you are or what you face, God is near, working redemption even in the darkest places.

Anita's dad miraculously survived two deadly encounters with terrorists.

Alemu miraculously received an elementary education, which set him up for God's calling.

Alemu was miraculously cured of cancer.

Tarn was given divine protection in a scary place, and divine knowledge of a baby that needed help.

Kerry got to witness God reunite a young woman with her home and family.

Philippians 3:20 But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Kerry's website: https://kerryhasenbalg.com/

Alemu's website: https://www.goglory.org/about-us

Tarn's website: https://www.tarncross.com/

Unexpected Harvest Stories | 72. Plums, Pumpkins, and People Saved Oct 15, 2025

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From apple orchards and pumpkin fields to communist Poland and the depths of atheism and witchcraft—these true stories reveal how God plants seeds, protects families, redeems the broken, and brings a harvest in His perfect timing. A child saved from drowning, a plum farm frozen in crystal ice, dreams that led an atheist to Jesus, and a former witch set free by God's power. Each story proves that even when we don't see growth right away, God is working beneath the surface… and the result is a breathtaking harvest of grace. These unbelievable testimonies will make you say, "Wow, God!"

Sarah planted fruit trees at her boyfriend's house, which her kids now enjoy!

Communism made her friends poor, and a freeze destroyed their plum harvest, but Dandi's friends found peace in the Lord.

A lifelong atheist and biochemist starts questioning his beliefs, has a couple of powerful dreams, and eventually discovers faith in Jesus in a way he never expected.

Karla participated in an altar call while drunk! God used this (and other moments) to transform Karla from a spirit of witchcraft, to the Holy Spirit.

John 4:35b Wake up and look around. The fields are already ripe for harvest.

Sarah's book: https://www.amazon.com/Wake-Little-Ph-D-Sarah-Philpott/dp/B0FD7RJF4T

Dandi's books: dandibooks.com

Sy's books: https://mediacenter.tyndale.com/authors/sy-garte-phd/15979

Karla's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-life-with-karla/id1812342864

The True Story Behind John O'Leary's 'Soul on Fire' | 71. From Cancer, Disability, and Fire… to Faith Oct 08, 2025

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When life feels impossible, these real stories prove that God still shows up in extraordinary ways. In this episode of Wow God Stories, you'll hear four unforgettable accounts of faith, courage, and redemption—each one revealing the power of God at work in ordinary people facing impossible odds.

God used Terry to comfort people before their surgeries. Annie is Miss Wheelchair Wisconsin. She struggled to find meaning with her disability but now spreads awareness and encouragement. Bethany was about to go completely blind, but God showed her a rainbow. John suffered lifelong injuries from an explosion, but God still used him for big things.

Philippians 4:13 For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.

Terry's website: https://www.motivationalcheck.com/who-we-are.html

Annie's website: https://annie-speaks.com/

Bethany's website: https://bethanyjoy.fyi/

Soul on Fire Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CslVGLETWps

God Provides in Small, Surprising Ways | 70. Clean Windows, a Signed Baseball, and Wood for a Cross Oct 01, 2025

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Sometimes God shows His love through the simplest gifts—like clean windows, a signed baseball, or even a bag of potato chips. In this episode of Wow God Stories, you'll hear how:

God provided for Rosey during her husband's cancer treatment.

God miraculously provided materials for Jake Weidmann's art.

Pastor Mike's single mom prayed for a baseball miracle, and God acted quickly.

Philippians 4:19 And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.

Rosey's Book: www.RoseyBrausen.com

Jake Widmann's cros: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGxtDNGo-8E

Pastor Mike's church: www.v1.church

Moments of Motherhood No One Prepares You For | 69. God stories from Tanya, Jessica, and Melissa Sep 24, 2025

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Sometimes motherhood takes us to the edge of ourselves—moments of fear, exhaustion, or heartbreak we never saw coming. In this episode of Wow God Stories, three mama bears share how, when life pressed hard, God met them with His protection, His provision, and His love. You'll hear how...

Dr. Tanya Paynter's family was engulfed in a wave, teaching her that God is in control (and we aren't).

Jessica Ronne found a special home for her son, Lucas.

And Melissa held back from reacting when her son was hurt, and years later God used her music to touch the woman who had caused the pain.

Isaiah 66:13 "I will comfort you there in Jerusalem as a mother comforts her child."

Tanya's podcast (The Christian Clinician): The Christian Clinician | Hope, Health, and Wholeness - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

Jessica Ronne's organization (The Lucas Project): the lucas project Archives - Jess+TheMess

Charlie Kirk's Legacy of Faith and Truth | 68. Wow God Stories Tribute Sep 17, 2025

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When Charlie Kirk was assassinated, grief spread across the nation—but so did a surprising move of faith. Thousands of people went back to church for the first time in years, families grew stronger, and young people gave their lives to Christ. In this episode of Wow God Stories, you'll hear real testimonies of how Charlie's life and death inspired courage, prayer, and a renewed desire to follow Jesus.

From his wife Erica's touching words to their daughter, to stories of baptisms and salvations, listeners share how Charlie's bold stand for truth through Turning Point USA continues to change lives. Even in tragedy, God is bringing hope and showing that His victory is certain. On today's episode, you'll hear how...

Carmen Laberge (Faith Radio host of the Reconnect) shares a message on the importance of truth.

Benjamin Johnson says that Charlie Kirk mirrored Christ and strengthened his faith.

Charlie Kirk's message impacted Emilie's faith.

Ephesians 5:25 "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her." (Erika Kirk said this was her husband's favorite bible verse.)

Also, football stadiums, music artists, and late night hosts have done tributes for Charlie.

Giants vs. Cowboys — Moment of silence, Kirk image on videoboard, Jerry Jones spoke.

South Carolina vs. Vanderbilt — Pregame moment of silence.

NASCAR Bristol — Christopher Bell dedicated win to Kirk.

Coldplay — Chris Martin asked crowd to send love.

Morgan Wallen — Onstage tribute and prayers.

Stephen Colbert — Opened show with a statement.

Pro-Life Testimonies: Adoption, Miscarriage, and Miracles | 67. True Stories of God at Work Today Sep 10, 2025

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Adoption, miscarriage, and miracles — this episode of Wow God Stories shares powerful testimonies of God's faithfulness. From political leaders to business founders to worship leaders, these true stories reveal how God is at work in unexpected ways. If you've ever wondered where God is in the middle of loss, calling, or risk, these testimonies will inspire hope and strengthen your faith.

You'll hear how...

Playing piano for the president of China was never something Kerry Hasenbalg thought would happen.

A young woman makes a huge impact for the pro-life movement. Dr. Jeff Meyers tells the story!

God sustained Every Life's mission every step of the way. Michael Seifert shares how God makes a way in the business world.

7 miscarriages couldn't stop Myshel Wilkins from worshipping God.

Psalm 127:3-4 Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one's youth.

Kerry's book: Book — Kerry Hasenbalg

Myshel's website: Myshel Wilkins I MUSIC

Dr. Jeff Meyers' website: Dr. Jeff Myers | Summit Ministries

Jordan Daugherty's Pregnancy and Sarah Gabel Seifert's Pro-Life Diaper Company | 66. Pro-Life stories that'll make you say Wow God Sep 03, 2025

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Pregnancy is the most complicated thing that many of us face. Yet, complicated moments are often when God orchestrates the most beautiful works of art in our lives. Today on Wow God Stories, you'll hear how...

Sarah Gabel founded Every Life, the first pro-life diaper company, to celebrate children as God's gift and provide parents with a values-driven alternative to other diaper companies.

Jordan didn't feel ready to raise a baby, so she found the perfect parents for the job.

As a 20-year-old college student facing an unplanned pregnancy, Roland and his girlfriend felt intense pressure to choose abortion. Instead, they chose life, a decision that continues to impact generations.

Alemu's mom wanted to abort him, but God wanted to use Alemu for his plan.

Sheila had an abortion, and Jack was an alcoholic, but God had a plan.

Psalm 139:13 says "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb."

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