170. Finding Faith and Healing After Tragedy: Zach Rippey's Journey
Release Date: 09/04/2025
The God Who Knows Us - EP 190
Everyday Miracles
After surviving multiple strokes without permanent damage, I was left wrestling with a question I could not answer. Did God step into my kitchen to warn me? This is a story about an unexpected answer to prayer, and the deeper truth about the God who sees us, knows us, and is far closer than we realize. -- NEW Everyday Miracle compilation book on Amazon: Everyday Miracle compilation book on Barnes & Noble: Subscribe to Julie's YouTube channel: Website for Everyday Miracles (APPLY!): To follow Everyday Miracles Podcast on iTunes: On Social: Facebook: Instagram: TikTok: X: ...
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She Saw Darkness. God Said Love. - EP 189
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When Olivia Paige entered a Christian coffee shop carrying tarot cards, Jerilyn sensed something deeper surrounding her. Jerilyn herself understood the danger of the occult from personal experience. But God gave her one clear instruction: LOVE HER. This is the other side of Olivia’s journey from witchcraft to Jesus: a story of rescue from spiritual darkness, and the ordinary coffee-shop encounter that changed two lives. -- NEW Everyday Miracle compilation book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/45cgbP8 Everyday Miracle compilation book on Barnes & Noble:...
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Angels, Demons & Spiritual Warfare: What Christians Don’t Know - EP 188
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Do you believe the spirit realm is real? Many Christians say they believe in angels, demons, and spiritual warfare, but how many of us actually live with an awareness of that reality? In this episode, we'll try to piece together different experiences in the spirit realm and what some people believe many Christians are missing. This conversation is not about fear. It is about discernment, prayer, holiness, Scripture, and the victory of Jesus above all. -- NEW Everyday Miracle compilation book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/45cgbP8 Everyday Miracle compilation book on Barnes & Noble:...
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Former Witch Shares How Jesus Saved Her Life - EP 187
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Brain Aneurysm Survivor Saw Jesus in the ICU - EP 186
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Brain aneurysm survivor Sarah Faulkner shares the story of the day everything changed. After a ruptured brain aneurysm, five days of hemorrhaging, emergency surgery, and 21 days in neuro ICU, Sarah says Jesus met her in the hospital room when she was at her weakest. This is a powerful Christian testimony of prayer, survival, healing, and the presence of God in the middle of the impossible. -- NEW Everyday Miracle compilation book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/45cgbP8 Everyday Miracle compilation book on Barnes & Noble:...
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God Answered My Angry Prayer Ep 185
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Have you ever prayed a prayer so raw, so ugly, so honest that you almost felt guilty afterward? I have. There was a season of my life when everything felt like it was falling apart. I was in pain, afraid, disappointed, and deeply confused about why God would allow certain things to happen. In one of my lowest moments, I found myself crying in a parking lot, asking God how He could possibly use any of it for good... In this episode, I share one of my most personal stories ever: what happened when I brought my anger and confusion honestly before God, and how He met me in a way I never...
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Former Satanist Found Jesus After 21 Years of Drugs & Psychedelics - EP 184
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After former satanist Jordan Nettleton quit psychedelics and entered rehab, he expected peace. Instead, while completely sober, the darkness intensified: paranormal activity, sleep paralysis, demonic attacks, and a terrifying out-of-body experience. In his most desperate moment, Jordan cried out: “Jesus, please save me.” His life completely changed after that... Content note: This conversation is shared as a testimony and a warning. It includes mature discussion of drug addiction, depression and suicidal thoughts. We do not condone or endorse the use of drugs in any way or capacity....
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Can the Bible Be Trusted | What I’ve Learned EP182
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Can the Bible be trusted? After the resurfacing of recent comments from Jennifer Aniston about religion and factual evidence, I wanted to take a thoughtful look at the question from a different perspective. From fulfilled biblical prophecy and the Dead Sea Scrolls to archaeology, ancient manuscripts, historical evidence, and seven years of collecting miracle testimonies, this episode explores why I believe the Bible deserves a closer look, even from skeptics. NEW Everyday Miracles compilation book on Amazon: Everyday Miracles compilation book on Barnes & Noble: Subscribe to Julie’s...
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I Saw Something Terrifying in Court | What I’ve Learned EP183
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Supernatural Encounter Changed Her Life Forever - EP 181
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Lou Lynn shares a medical crisis in which she became unconscious, heard Jesus tell her to go to the hospital, and experienced an “in-between” place she calls “the great white,” filled with His love and peace. As she felt herself being pulled away, Jesus told her He would let her live to raise her children. She awoke with a pulse in the 20s, received a life-saving pacemaker on Good Friday, and later faced years of chronic decline, fainting, and multiple diagnoses while continuing adoptions and family life. Over time she describes spiritual gifts, visions, learning Scripture, renewed...
info_outlineIn this heart-wrenching yet hope-filled episode, hear the powerful testimony of standup comedian, author and writer Zach Rippey as he shares his journey through grief, loss, and spiritual transformation. Zach opens up about the tragic death of his best friend Armani during a river rafting trip in Tennessee, and how his faith in God carried him through the darkest times. Listen as Zach recounts how he discovered new purpose amidst the sorrow, started his podcast 'I Like Birds', and found deeper faith through sharing his story. Join us for an inspiring conversation about overcoming trauma with the strength of scripture and the support of a loving community. Don't miss this touching episode that highlights God's unexpected blessings even in the midst of grief.
00:00 A Sudden Tragedy
00:50 Introducing Zach and His Journey
02:14 Zach's Comedy Career and Faith Transformation
08:39 The Loss of Armani
17:14 Armani's Legacy and Miracles
26:05 Reflections on a Life Well-Lived
26:57 Scriptural Comfort in Dark Times
29:20 A Healing Journey to Tennessee
31:46 Divine Encounters and Symbolic Moments
40:32 Podcasting and Ministry Growth
46:38 Encouragement and Final Thoughts
John 16:22 - So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you.
Zach's website: https://ilikebirdsministry.
I Like Birds on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@
About Zach
Zach Rippey was pursuing a career in stand-up comedy when God led him to become a voice for Jesus instead. After going through the motions of Christianity for five years, Zach decided to read one of the Gospels during the chaos of 2020. The book of John changed everything and Zach was on fire for the Lord! After reading only a few books in the Bible, Zach felt led to start a podcast about Jesus. With doubts, low expectations, and fear of mockery from his peers, Zach decided to lean in and launch “I Like Birds” in May 2020. He's now an author, speaker, writer and podcast coach.