God Can Rewrite Any Story: Cyntoia Brown-Long and Liz Marie Galvan
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
Release Date: 10/17/2019
Happiness is Fleeting, But Joy Lives Deep Within Our Souls: Molly Stillman & Jeanine Amapola
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
*This episode contains content that may be triggering for some listeners.* Have you ever had a moment where you plastered on a smile, carried on through your day as if everything was perfectly okay, but really on the inside you were hurting? It’s okay to have sorrow, and it doesn’t mean we are cut off from joy in the midst of it. In the Psalms, David reminds us that God reveals joy during all the ups and downs of our lives. “You make known to me the path of life,” David prays, “in Your presence there is fullness of joy.” [] is an author, speaker, blogger, and podcast host...
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The Restorative Power of Connection: Dansby Swanson and John Inazu
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
In all the moments of our lives, whether we’re dealing with depression or anxiety, or navigating the responsibilities of taking care of other people, or simply trying to make our days have more depth and meaning, our connection to others is key to our well being. Through prayer, intentionality, and consideration, we can strengthen that cord that ties us to others and build relationships that become a lifeline when things get hard. This week, we're joined by , a major league baseball player for the . Dansby shares the ups and downs of being a major league baseball player, including the stress...
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Losing Hope? Turn to God: Tamron Hall & LaRae Quy
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
Content warning: This episode contains mature content and may not be suitable for all listeners. When we face darkness in our lives that threatens to overwhelm us, it can feel like it’s harder and harder to find any light. But in , it says “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.” That anchor is Jesus—and He is waiting to hear our cares and concerns, and is present to be that Rock we can cling to in every trial we encounter. This week, our guests talk about how they turned to Jesus when they started to lose hope in humanity. had periods in her life where...
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Tapping Into Healthy Mental and Spiritual Habits for Our Families: Dr. Daniel Amen, Dr. Charles Fay & Melina Luna Smith
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
The Bible reminds us over and over what a gift from God children are. As parents, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the different worries when it comes to raising a child: Are they healthy? Are they happy? Are they kind to other people? One essential element of parenting that sets a great foundation for a child’s well-being is modeling a spiritually healthy life for our kids, so that they know there’s a God who cares for them, and listens when they pray. This week, we get to hear from three experts on how we can mentally and spiritually nurture the young minds of tomorrow. is the...
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[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] Praying Through Life’s Storms: Colton Dixon
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
On this episode of Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer, we hear from musician Colton Dixon. From his American Idol days to the unexpected challenges in the music industry, Colton shares how his unwavering faith in God has served as his guiding light through every circumstance–enabling him to be a light to others facing their own storms. Guest’s Links Colton’s Facebook: Colton’s Twitter: Colton’s Instagram: ________________________ Connect with Jesus Calling *Episode produced by Four Eyes Media*
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When Things Look Dark, Reach For a Higher Perspective: Savannah Guthrie & John Tesh
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
Sometimes, our dreams seem so far-fetched that even we don’t believe we’ll ever achieve them. But in , it says “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” When we train ourselves to look for the good, to see God’s opportunities around every corner, we’ll find that the life of our dreams isn’t so far away after all. As we celebrate our 400th episode of the , we’ll hear from and , who both had unconventional and unexpected breakthroughs into television. Savannah, co-anchor of the , shares how her greatest dream of being...
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God Will Show Us What We’re Capable Of: Joseph Rojas & Monica Swanson
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
This week’s stories are set an ocean apart, but share a common thread of two individuals placing their trust in God to be a lighthouse in the dark while mapping a new course for their lives. , the lead singer of the Christian rock band , candidly shares a background where abuse, addiction, and suicidal ideation haunted his days, and how that led to a rock-bottom moment in the back of an ambulance, where he had a life-changing encounter with God. is a mom to four boys who she decided to start homeschooling when they were elementary age. Though Monica and her husband initially had...
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Unleash Your Hidden Talents to Transform the World: Michael Hyacinthe & Katharine Hayhoe
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
This week, we speak with , who is also an artist and sculptor. Michael recounts the profound impact of his time in the military, and how, after he returned to civilian life, he wanted to use his talent in the arts to support veterans, and eventually children through his company , who created a toy robot named Wimee, featured on the PBS children’s show called . Our second guest is climate scientist and speaker , whose work bridges the gap between science and faith. Interpreting complex climate data through the lens of religious stewardship, Katharine educates faith-based communities on their...
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Glory on the Field and Grace in Our Hearts with Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Eugene Cho
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
People of faith have many opportunities to demonstrate how that faith leads and guides them. As a star athlete recognizes where their gifts and talents come from on a platform for all to see, we can also be faithful in our normal daily interactions with others, demonstrating grace—especially when we disagree—and showing kindness, understanding, and humility, all which reflect the love of Christ in our lives. , an American hurdler and sprinter, competes in the 400 meter hurdles. She is the 2020 Tokyo Olympic champion with the Games record, and 2022 World champion with a world record time of...
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[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] Coping with Anxiety & Worry Through Prayer: Rebekah Lyons
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith
On this episode of Jesus Listens: Stories of Prayer, we hear from author and podcaster, Rebekah Lyons. Rebekah opens up about her experiences with anxiety, raising her beloved son who has Down Syndrome, and how faith and prayer got her through some uncertain moments. Guest’s Links _______________________ Connect with Jesus Calling *Episode produced by Four Eyes Media*
info_outlineSometimes we picture our lives going one way, until we encounter impossible choices and painful struggles we never saw coming. But no matter your past, your pain, or your mistakes, when we give our stories over to God, He can write a new ending for us—one filled with potential and purpose. On today’s episode, author and activist Cyntoia Brown-Long is joined by her husband Jamie Long as she shares her redemptive story of an adolescence marred by trafficking and drug use that led to a murder conviction and a life sentence in prison. Despite the walls around her and no guarantee of freedom, Cyntoia determined to expand her horizons and better herself personally in prison. But Cyntoia found it was when she began to give her life back to God that a new chapter really started to unfold. Cyntoia’s husband Jamie tells how God miraculously brought the couple together, and how He’s using them to not only strengthen each other, but to help others find justice and mercy. Interior designer Liz Marie Galvan tells the story of a life seemingly filled with joy and opportunity. Married to the love of her life, she had a budding career in design and dreams of a family—until she was confronted with the harsh reality of infertility. Hesitant to share her pain with others, she eventually found community with those who were walking through the same issues. Now, through the work she does to create cozy homes and being open about her personal story, Liz Marie sees how God can be a light during our darkest of hours and how He can redeem our stories for a greater good.
Links, Products and Resources Mentioned:
Jesus Calling weekly prayer call
Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith [Original Video Series] featuring Rita Wilson
Cyntoia Brown-Long
‘Free Cyntoia: My Search for Redemption in the American Prison System’ book
PBS Documentary: Me Facing Life
#FreeCyntoia hashtag (Twitter)
Bill Haslam (Tennessee Governor)
Cozy White Cottage: 100 Ways to Love the Feeling of Being Home
Interview Quotes:
“I knew that there was some way that I could live some type of meaningful life [in prison].” - Cyntoia Brown-Long
“Jesus is always calling. He has a word for you 365 days every year. It doesn't stop. He's always there. He's there when you need Him. He's there just to say, "Hey, thank you." - Jamie Long
“But to experience true freedom—whether in prison or out of prison—it comes through Him.”- Cyntoia Brown-Long
“He is a God of second chances.” - Cyntoia Brown-Long
“Even though I was in a physical prison, I was in prison within prison. I was in a prison of anger. I was in a prison of my past, constantly letting that anxiety hold me captive.” - Cyntoia Brown-Long
“No matter what your prison is, you just have to submit to Him and cast all your cares on Him and let Him do what He does. That's who He is. He's God.” - Cyntoia Brown-Long
“I was able to meet an entire community of people that were going through the same struggle [through my blog]. It was so helpful to be able to rally together and give each other hope and pray for each other.” - Liz Marie Galvan
“I was starting to stumble a little bit and wonder why I was going through this. And I was looking to God, wanting to know why I was not able to bear a child. It was one of the darkest seasons of my life.” - Liz Marie Galvan
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