Pathway to a Redeemed Life with Darren Cooney
The VICTORIOUS LIVING Podcast
Darren thought the world revolved around him, and he lived his life to prove that. Eventually, things got so thoroughly out of control that he prayed for God to let him die. But God had other plans for Darren, and He raised this already dead man to new life in Christ. DARREN COONEY is a husband, father, grandfather, and mentor. As Alumni President for Along Side Ministries, he helps formerly incarcerated men reentering society make Jesus their foundation for a new life. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing golf, watching football, and sharing the Gospel with the lost...
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Living Water for a Thirsty Soul with Brenda Cooney
The VICTORIOUS LIVING Podcast
Brenda Cooney had spent her life searching for love in all the wrong places, and her thirst for attention led her into one broken relationship after another. Her life finally changed when she came into a relationship with the One who could quench her thirst once and for all. Brenda is a wife, mom, and grandma who helps others discover their worth through the eyes of their Heavenly Father. She mentors women in recovery, advocates for overdose prevention, and offers support to parents of addicted children and those who have lost a child to addiction. "Living Water for a Thirsty...
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Where There's Breath, There's Hope: The Story of Tonier Cain
The VICTORIOUS LIVING Podcast
Life’s hardships led Tonier into addiction, prostitution, and imprisonment. She knew she had to find a way out, but every time she tried, the trauma of her past overwhelmed her. So many times, she just wanted to die, but her body kept breathing. The turning point came when she surrendered to Jesus Christ. There she found hope and a new life. Tonier Cain is a trauma survivor and internationally known expert in trauma-informed care. She works tirelessly as an advocate and educator, speaking all over the world on trauma, addiction, incarceration, homelessness, and mental health. Tonier gives...
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Running the Race with Randy Claypoole
The VICTORIOUS LIVING Podcast
For 26 years, Randy Claypoole’s career in auto racing took him from the pit lanes to the pulpit. As a NASCAR chaplain, media representative, and owner of the ISCARS Dash Touring Series, he lived life at full speed. Now, as part of the Victorious Living prison event team, Randy helps those who feel disqualified from God’s race get back on track. Join VL Podcast host Brooke Maratta and Randy Claypoole, as they talk about faith, second chances, and what it truly means to run the race set before us. RANDY CLAYPOOLE’s career in auto racing spanned 26 years. During that time, he served as a...
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Gratitude: Preparing Our Hearts for God's Present and Future Work featuring Kristi Overton Johnson
The VICTORIOUS LIVING Podcast
Join VL Podcast host Brooke Maratta and Victorious Living founder Kristi Overton Johnson as they explore how gratitude prepares our hearts for God’s work—both now and in the future. This reflective conversation will inspire you to recognize His faithfulness in every season and embrace a posture of thankfulness as you step forward in faith.
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Xtreme Transformation: How God Rewrites Stories
The VICTORIOUS LIVING Podcast
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Expose Pain and Find Joy Featuring Pat Avery
The VICTORIOUS LIVING Podcast
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You Can Have a Victorious Life in Every Season of Your Life
The VICTORIOUS LIVING Podcast
Join Victorious Living Magazone Publisher, Kristi Overton Johnson, in this throwback interview recorded over 3 years ago. For more information about Victorious Living Ministreis, visit .
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Every Day Is a Miracle: The Story of Misty McGee
The VICTORIOUS LIVING Podcast
The following conversation is with Misty's devoted husband, Sean McGee, and beloved friend, Sheridan Correa. On August 31, 2024, Misty went home to be with the Lord. She praised God until her last breath while enjoying precious time with friends and family. Today, Misty is cheering us on from heaven, where she is whole and free. We honor you, Misty, and say “well done.” Thank you for encouraging us with your testimony of faith. We will see you soon! MISTY MCGEE was a wife, mom, daughter, and a child of the Most High King who hoped that through sharing her story, others would look for daily...
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Moving Beyond Justice to Mercy with Debra Moerke
The VICTORIOUS LIVING Podcast
Foster mom and lay chaplain at a local jail, Debra Moerke faced the unthinkable when one of her foster children was murdered by her mother—who then called Debra for prayer and counseling. Only through the power of Christ in her was Debra able to move beyond her desire for justice to extend the mercy offered through the saving blood of Jesus. Could you forgive someone who murdered the one you loved? Debra Moerke’s story is a living testament to how unconditional love and relentless obedience can transform even the darkest of nights into mornings of hope. Debra's story is found in Victorious...
info_outlineJC’s life is one of tragedy to triumph. To say JC’s life has been colorful would be an understatement at best. Years of childhood abuse set his life on a dark course. From drug running on the streets of Chicago at 11 to incarceration in a Mexican prison at 17 to finishing that sentence in a US federal facility at 24, JC didn’t have time for God. But God had time for him and intervened. Once a man to be feared, JC is now on a journey of love and healing toward wholeness and holiness. He now brings life and hope into the lives of others. Today, God’s peace and joy shine through his life as JC serves Christ wholeheartedly.
Stories like JC's show us that in Christ, we are strong and courageous. We have the power to overcome anything. Yes, we make a lot of mistakes but can be determined and disciplined to experience the hope of God's redeeming transformative power and become changed. With His help, we can experience a changed life and circumstance. It’s not always easy, but when we commit to the journey, we’ll find the peace we’re all looking for. With Jesus as our guide, we can learn from our past and become better, stronger people.
"Wrong to Strong: The Story of Julio (JC) Almanza" is found in Issue 4 | 2023 of Victorious Living Magazine.
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