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Stories of Hope: Episode 04 - Brent Taylor

Stories of Hope

Release Date: 01/07/2026

Stories of Hope: Episode 16: Stories of Hope: Episode 16: "Are you ready to surrender?" - Larry Wake

Stories of Hope

In this episode, Lisa talks to Larry Wake, a resident of John 3:16 Ministries. Larry talks about his rough road of addiction, and the path that ultimately led him to wanting a better life in Christ, the incredible restoration of his family and becoming the father God intended him to be. Dive in as we explore Larry's Story of Hope.

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Stories of Hope: Episode 15: Stories of Hope: Episode 15: "I haven't looked back since." - Amanda Taylor

Stories of Hope

In this episode, Lisa talks to Amanda Taylor of John 3:16 Women's Ministry. Amanda talks about her unfortunate beginnings, rough road of addiction, and the path that ultimately led her to wanting a better life in Christ and becoming the mother God intended her to be. Dive in as we explore Amanda's Story of Hope.

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Stories of Hope: Episode 14: Stories of Hope: Episode 14: "I'm Ready for a New Life" - Samantha Riggs

Stories of Hope

In this episode, Lisa talks to Samantha Riggs, a resident of John 3:16 Women's Ministry. Samantha talks about her unfortunate beginnings, rough road of addiction, and the path that ultimately led her to wanting a better life in Christ and becoming the mother God intended her to be. Dive in as we explore Samantha's Story of Hope.

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Stories of Hope: Episode 13: Stories of Hope: Episode 13: "God Will Provide" - Ethan Wayne Rester

Stories of Hope

In this episode, Lisa talks to Ethan Wayne Rester, a resident of John 3:16 Ministries. Wayne talks about how his promising career was ruined by addiction, and his future restored in Christ. Dive in as we explore Wayne's Story of Hope.

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Stories of Hope: Episode 12: Stories of Hope: Episode 12: "God's changing all of our lives" - Alyssa Draffin

Stories of Hope

Listen to Alyssa Draffin talk about her struggle with addiction, and how her relationship with Jesus saved her from addiction. 

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Stories of Hope: Episode 11: Stories of Hope: Episode 11: "Something Had to Change" - Harlan Chism

Stories of Hope

In this episode, Lisa talks to Harlan Chism, a resident of John 3:16 Ministries. Harlan talks about almost losing his life in the providence of God that led him to find life in Christ. Dive in as we explore Harlan's Story of Hope.

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Stories of Hope: Episode 10: Stories of Hope: Episode 10: "I'm Finally Ready to Surrender" - Kennedy Carpenter

Stories of Hope

In this episode, Lisa talks to Kennedy Carpenter, a resident of John 3:16 Women's Ministry. Kennedy talks about losing her identity and purpose to addiction and what Christ has done to better her life. Dive in as we explore Kennedy's Story of Hope.

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Stories of Hope: Episode 09: Stories of Hope: Episode 09: "Love leads the way here at John 3:16" - Jason Ramsey

Stories of Hope

In this episode, Lisa talks to Jason Ramsey, a graduate of John 3:16 Ministries. Jason talks about his long road of addiction that started in his youth, as well as the decades-long evidence of God's restoration and reconciliation in his life. Dive in as we explore Jason Ramsey's Story of Hope.

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Stories of Hope: Episode 08 - Stories of Hope: Episode 08 - "Jesus is the only thing I've ever tried" - Sarah Lynn

Stories of Hope

In this episode, Lisa talks to Sarah Lynn, a graduate and instructor at John 3:16 Women's Ministry. Sarah Lynn opens up about her childhood, her addiction, and the path that ultimately led her to John 3:16 Women's Ministry and redemption through Jesus Christ. Dive in as we explore Sarah Lynn's Story of Hope.

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Stories of Hope: Episode 07 - Stories of Hope: Episode 07 - "You'll Never Meet an Old Junkie" - Scott Stell

Stories of Hope

In this episode, Lisa speaks to Scott Stell, a graduate and Instructor at John 3:16 Ministries. Stell describes his drug abuse that almost took his life several times. The kindness of a stranger altered the course of his life and brought him here, to John 3:16 Ministries, where he learned about Jesus who changed his life forever.  Dive in as we explore Scott Stell's Story of Hope.   

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In this episode. Lisa speaks with Brent about his journey from an overdosing addict to a leader here at the ministry. They go into depth about how God has blessed him in numerous ways including a wife, a son, and a brand new baby girl.

Brent talks about the brotherhood here at the ministry as well as how Jesus has had a profound impact on him and the people around him.

Dive in with us as we explore Brent Taylor's Story of Hope.