Hope Along The Journey
138 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago -A ministry of encouragement and inspiration for those who hunger for hope. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mark-cravens7/support
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Ep. 111 Monte and Mark Discuss David Brook's Book - The Second Mountain
March 22, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBMonte Stetler and Mark Cravens share the incredible impact that David Brook's book, The Second Mountain, had on their lives and the insights they gained from it. In his book, Brook uses the metaphor of the mountain to illustrate the difference between our early-life pursuits that too often revolve around achievements and status and what should mark our second-mountain. Life, marriage, vocation, and relationships are all discussed in this podcast. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https...
Ep. 110 Heather Kessen - When Your Faith is Put Through the Fire
March 15, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBWhen a senior in high school, Heather's mother was diagnosed with brain cancer, resulting in Heather's faith to be put through the fire. On the outside, hardly anyone was able to detect that her inner world was collapsing. However, over the next few years, God took her on an unforgettable faith-building journey, moving from a life of doubt and confusion to one of renewed hope in God. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.c...
Ep. 109 Nancy Leisure - A Story of Hope and Deliverance
March 08, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBRaised in the projects of Chicago, Nancy was raised in a highly dysfunctional family. In her later teen years, alcohol and drugs became a way of life. Even though she attended church and was baptized as a young child, she drifted away from the faith of her childhood, running further and further from God. But through the years - years filled with alcohol, drugs, abuse, and incarceration, God never quit pursuing her. Listen as Nancy shares how God has transformed her life into the woman she...
Ep. 108 Reflections on the 2023 Asbury Revival
March 01, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode, I share an enjoyable conversation with two Gen Z's and one Millenial who were privileged to visit Asbury College during the recent revival. Zach, Darya, and Allysa share how being in attendance strengthened their faith and how the spirit of revival continues to impact their lives, afterward. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotif...
Ep. 107 Grant Edwards - From a Hippie to a Disciple-maker
February 15, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBIt is estimated that 80% of those who put their faith in Christ will walk away from faithfulness to Christ within a short period of time. Grant Edwards believes that the answer to this epidemic is to quickly start discipling these new believers and get them grounded in the faith. Grant is the founder of Discipling Another, and the author of First Steps Conversations, a one-on-one discipleship method that focuses on the first three months following conversion. It is also helpful for older ...
Ep. 106 Marilyn Muir - My Journey with Jesus Through Cancer
February 01, 2023 19:32 - 30 minutes - 28 MBIn this episode, Marilyn Muir shares her year-long journey through cancer treatment, and how Jesus walked with her. Without hesitation, she shares how this journey was not all about her, but about Jesus Christ who led her every step of the way, answering prayers and opening doors she could have never opened on her own. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://podca...
Ep. 105 Tim and Becky Keep - When Your Child Walks Away from Their Faith
January 25, 2023 15:49 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBTim and Becky Keep share the remarkable story of how their wayward daughter ultimately found he way back to God. With honesty and transparency, they share how, despite their pain, they were able to find the great heart of God. A remarkable story of answered prayer and redemption. www.beckykeep.com https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod...
Ep. 105 Tim and Becky Keep - When Your Child Walks Away from thier Faith
January 25, 2023 15:49 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBTim and Becky Keep share the remarkable story of how their wayward daughter ultimately found he way back to God. With honesty and transparency, they share how, despite their pain, they were able to find the great heart of God. A remarkable story of answered prayer and redemption. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark-cravens7/support
Ep. 104 Charolette Frederick - Developing Intimacy with God in Prayer
January 18, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBDo you long for a more intimate and meaningful life of prayer? If so, listen as Charolette Frederick and I share a conversation about her life of prayer and the disciplines and practices she has put into place to create intimacy with God. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mark-cravens7/support
Ep. 103 Jodie Niznik - How Can I Develop a Meaningful Prayer Life?
January 11, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBAuthor, Bible Teacher, and podcaster, Jodie Niznik, shares her personal journey toward developing a meaningful prayer life. Believing that God has so much more for all of us, she stresses that it will not take place unless we make adequate space for God in our lives. Together, we discuss the relational aspect of prayer and how to use Scripture meditation in prayer. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthej...
Ep. 102 Mark Cravens - Why Do We Struggle to Have A Praying Life?
January 06, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBDo you struggle to have a praying life? Why is it that it is often so hard to pray or to keep a consistent prayer life going? Do you long to have such a life of prayer, but seem to always be failing? In this episode, Mark shares with us eight reasons why he believes we often struggle to have a prayer life, offering insight into these reasons that often hinder us. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourne...
Ep. 101 Jon DeBolt - But God Intervened in My Life
December 14, 2022 22:19 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBRaised in a broken and dysfunctional home, God's grace intervened in Jon's life. In spite of poverty, tragedy, and loss as a child and youth, he found Christ as his Savior. Jon also shares about the influences that God brought into his life and how those influences enabled him to become the man he is today. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-cravens-39a2b8ab/ https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcaster...
Ep. 100 Nick Jaymes - My Life-Changing Mission Trip with The Timothy Initiative
December 07, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBPastor, Nick Jaymes, shares about his recent, overseas mission trip with The Timothy Initiative. Nick not only shares the vision of passion of The Timothy Initiative but how this mission trip impacted his life and ministry. Listen and catch the vision of reaching the unreached people groups with the message of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Three billion people still lack access to the gospel, but there is hope! https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJour...
Ep. 99 Mark Cravens - Don't Cast Aside Your Confident Trust in the Lord!
November 30, 2022 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBPodcast host, Mark Cravens, wants to encourage you not to cast aside your confident trust in the Lord - no matter what is happening in your life! He shares a number of things that may come our way in life that may challenge our confident trust in God, but, regardless, we need to walk by faith, realizing that God has strength and hope for us along life's journey. Please take a few moments to send me an email at [email protected] https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://w...
Ep. 98 Brian Keaton Jr. - God's Transforming Grace and Power
November 15, 2022 23:26 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBBrian set out on a mission to disprove everything that his Christian relatives believed in. He read everything he could get his hands on, but then finally turned to Bible. Once he got to the Gospels, his life was never to be the same as he encountered the story of Jesus, the Son of God. Thinking he would become an agnostic or an atheist, instead, he became convinced of the validity of the Christian Faith. By God's grace, he was set free from the powerful addiction that had enslaved him an...
Ep. 97 Rebecca Woods on "Challenges and Opportunities for Those 50 Plus"
November 09, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBLife Coach, Rebecca Woods, shares about her new ministry for that 50 plus of age. However, listeners of all ages will benefit from what she has to share about the challenges they face and opportunities that need to be discovered. There is a great segment on Grief and Loss that is also very insightful. Share this with others who would benefit from it as well! Below is a link to her website and how to contact Rebecca. http://www.graceandtruthcoach.com/ https://www.hopealongthejourney.or...
Ep. 96 Mark Cravens - "Are You Going Through a Storm?"
November 02, 2022 14:23 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBAre you currently going through a storm in your life? Do the trials and heartaches of life feel overwhelming and impossible? Do doubts seem to be overtaking you while hope appears to be ebbing away? If so, then today's episode of Hope Along the Journey is for you! Today, Mark shares from Matthew 14 the story of Jesus rescuing his disciples during a life-threatening storm and how it applies to each of our lives. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongThe...
Ep. 96 - Mark Cravens on "Are You Going Through a Storm?"
November 02, 2022 14:23 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBAre you currently going through a storm in your life? Do the trials and heartaches of life feel overwhelming and impossible? Do doubts seem to be overtaking you while hope appears to be ebbing away? If so, then today's episode of Hope Along the Journey is for you! Today, Mark shares from Matthew 14 the story of Jesus rescuing his disciples during a life-threatening storm and how it applies to each of our lives. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongThe...
Ep. 95 John Manley on the Pitfalls and Perks of Ministry
October 19, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBWith October being Pastor Appreciation Month, I've invited Pastor John Manley to discuss the negative and positive aspects of ministry, especially pastoral ministry, John has been in pastoral ministry for nearly 30 years, and has a great love for people and for the ministry. Website: https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-cravens-39a2...
Ep. 94 Catherine Clem Segars - Finding Hope and Redemption after Great Loss
October 13, 2022 14:40 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBCatherine is an author, speaker, podcaster, blogger, and host of Christian Parent/Crazy World, a Life Audio podcast about raising Godly kids in an ungodly world. In this episode, she shares about her miscarriage and how God brought them hope after such a devastating loss. Catherine will also share several important steps to take that may enable us to find hope and redemption after loss. Website: https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney ...
Ep. 93 Danny Watters - "Take My Hand and Run the Race I Have for You"
October 05, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBDanny Watters was formerly an alcoholic and drug addict whose life was spiraling downward. Then Jesus Christ not only broke the power of the addiction in his life but ultimately brought him salvation - the greatest deliverance of all! While in a coma from a motorcycle accident, Danny felt himself slipping into hell until the voice of Jesus said, "Take my hand and run the race I have for you." From that day forward, his life has never been the same! Today, he and his wife, Martha, lead a ...
Ep. 92 Will Sprunt and Daniel Becerra - Spiritual "RESETS"
October 04, 2022 00:20 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBDo you ever feel like you need a "spiritual reset"? Then listen as Will Sprunt and Daniel Becerra share their testimonies of God's redemptive and restoration "reset" in their lives and about an exciting and transformative ministry they are leading with the men of their church called "RESETS". https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show...
Ep. 91 Ruth Darland on Dealing with Anxiety
October 04, 2022 00:20 - 29 minutes - 27.7 MBAnxiety is an issue that a number of people deal with in their lives. For some, anxiety may be linked to an underlying health issue that may need medical treatment. But for many, anxiety is an emotion that all of us have to deal with at times and there are steps we can take to help us overcome it. Listen as Christian Counselor, Ruth Darland, shares her insight on how to deal with anxiety in our lives. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https:...
Ep. 90 - Karissa Ryan on Ministering to the Kentucky Flood Victims
October 04, 2022 00:20 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBKarissa Rayan, who serves as an assistant program manager with Samaritan's Purse U.S. Disaster Relief, shares an emotive account of the flooding and relief efforts that have taken place in Southeastern Kentucky. In the worst of times, God is at work, and a number of people are looking to Christ, the true hope of the world! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mark-cravens7/support
Ep. 89 Kristin Clouse on Restoration and Wholeness after Sexual Abuse
October 04, 2022 00:20 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBAs a child, Kristin's childhood was filled with pain and loneliness. Searching and hungering for a family, she became very close to a family that had an unhealthy family secret, a secret that she would sadly come to know. After two years of sexual abuse, Krisin't life continued to spiral downward and further abuse would become part of her heartbreaking story. Trying to numb all the pain in her life, she plunged into a life of drugs and alcohol. Thankfully, Kristin came to know Christ and h...
Ep. 88 Mark Cravens on Seeing With Eyes of Compassion
October 04, 2022 00:19 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBWhat do you see when you see others in need? Too often, I fear that we only see the things that displease or disappoint us rather than seeing the hurt and hopelessness that grips the lives of so many. The unforgettable parable of the Good Samaritan reminds us that what we see when we look at those God places in our pathway, we can either move on with apathy and indifference or become involved by showing love and mercy. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlon...
Ep. 87 Carolyn Newell on Finding Hope and Purpose in Spite of Blindness
October 04, 2022 00:19 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBIn her fifties, Carolyn completely lost her sight. However, in spite of the initial sadness and grief associated with losing her sight, she was able to learn how to live life with meaning and purpose, overcoming the paralyzing fears that threatened to hold her life in bondage. God prompted her to begin writing devotionals to encourage others to trust in God's faithfulness in spite of life's setbacks and struggles. Today, Carolyn is a Christian author, teacher, and speaker whose life is fille...
A Special Message from Mark Cravens
October 01, 2022 00:26 - 4 minutes - 9.08 MBPlease listen to this brief message from Hope Along the Journey host, Mark Cravens. Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ATCHEEVCNEZ64 Website and Newsletter: https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark-cravens7/support
Ep. 92 - Will and Daniel on Spiritual "RESETS"
September 28, 2022 20:23 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBDo you ever feel like you need a "spiritual reset"? Then listen as Will Sprunt and Daniel Becerra share their testimonies of God's redemptive and restoration "reset" in their lives and about an exciting and transformative ministry they are leading with the men of their church called "RESETS". https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark-cravens7/support
Ep. 86 - Chrystal Gilkey on Overcoming Church Hurts
August 17, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBChrystal Gilkey is a Christian author, speaker, coach, and educator. She is passionate about encouraging others in their writing journey and in their personal walk with God. In this edition of Hope Along the Journey, we discuss the important topic of overcoming church hurt, a subject that she has developed and an entire Bible study to cover. Chrystal is also a successful Christian novelist and has had multiple articles published for the online magazine, Faith On Every Corner. https://www.ho...
Ep. 85 - Jimmy Keaton on You're Going to be a Suffering Servant, But You Will Serve
August 10, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBJimmy Keaton shares his battle with cancer that began on a Sunday morning in January of 2020 when he was suddenly impacted with incredible pain that seized him. It was so severe, that his legs would hardly hold him up. Unknown to him, the membrane around one of his kidneys had burst due to a cancerous tumor that had infiltrated his kidney. During the early days of intense pain, he felt the Lord impress upon him that he was going to be a suffering servant, but he would continue to serve, and ...
Ep. 84 - Wendy Wallace on An Exceptional Life after Incredible Loss
August 03, 2022 04:00 - 29 minutes - 27.8 MBIn 2011, Wendy Wallace contracted necrotizing fasciitis which put her in a coma. As the disease progressed, both her hands and feet had to be amputated in order to save her life. As a quadruple amputee, Wendy's life as a wife and mother would never be the same. But life was far from over for Wendy! Because of the wonderful grace of God and the prayers and support of family and friends, today she is enjoying a rich and full life. In her blog, One Exceptional Life, Wendy shares her beautiful s...
Ep. 83 - Ginger Schell on Don't Stay Stuck Where You Are
July 27, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBFifteen years ago, Ginger found herself a single mom with four children, living in a relative’s basement. Feeling caught in a stressful and unfulfilling job, she often wondered where God was as He appeared to be silent. But she refused to stay stuck! Ignoring all the skeptics, she started her own transcription business, one that specialized in transcribing sermons, conferences, podcasts, and radio programs. Fourteen years later, she looks back and sees how God was there, giving her the coura...
Ep. 82 Dr. Aaron Profitt on Isolation and Hopelessness Among Youth
July 20, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 29.5 MBWhat is going on with today's youth? Why do so many young people entering college struggle with feelings of hopelessness as they think about their lives and their future? Join Dr. Aaron Profitt (Vice President for Academic Affairs at God's Bible School and College) and me, as we explore what is happening among today's youth and what the faculty and staff at GBSC are doing to help young people move from hopelessness to hope. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/Hop...
Ep. 81 Booke Robertson on Forgivenss and Finding Your Voice
July 13, 2022 12:47 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBFor many years, Brooke Robertson buried her painful story of sexual abuse at a young age, promising herself that she would go to the grave and never speak about it, not even to her family. But as a recording artist and songwriter, Brooke was able to find her voice, share her story, and ultimately discover the power to forgive her former abuser. Her testimony powerfully reminds each of us that, by God's grace, we can let go of those things that have made us bitter, give them to God, and begin...
Ep. 80 Travis Johnson on "Reverse the Curse", A Story of Gods' Grace
July 06, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode, Travis Johnson shares the story of the heartbreaking, dysfunctional family he grew up in, his life-changing conversion, and how his father ultimately came to faith in Christ. For so many years, his father's salvation seemed hopeless, as his father was filled with rage and anger toward God and the church. Gut God in his mercy and grace brought salvation to his father's life, melting his hardened heart and transforming his life! https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://...
Ep. 79 Jan Burt on I'm Alive Today Because of the Promises of God
June 29, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn 2016, Jan was shocked to hear her doctor say, "You look pretty good for a woman dying with heart failure." Over and over, she was told that she wouldn't live more than five years and that she would inevitably become completely bedridden. Today, seven years later, she is miraculously still fully functional, serving Jesus with incredible joy as an author, podcaster, and conference speaker. Jan believes that now, perhaps more than ever, we need to get the promises of God into the people of ...
Ep. 78 Jodie Niznik on How to Create Space for God in Your Life
June 15, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBJodie is a Christian author and speaker who hosts a weekly podcast entitled "So Much More, Creating Space for God" in which she emphasized the importance of Biblical meditation. As a Bible teacher, she loves to teach God’s word by connecting spiritual truth to real-life situations and circumstances. Through her Bible studies and podcast, she hopes to help others create space for God in their life in order to become more like Jesus Christ. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo...
Ep. 77 Peggy McMillan on Handling Money God's Way
June 08, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBPeggy McMillan serves as a volunteer for Compass - Finances God's Way, which is a financial discipleship ministry. She openly shares her genuine faith in Christ and the great financial struggles she and her husband faced during their early years of marriage as they tried to do it "their way". Through the tough times, God taught them to trust Him as they began learning and obeying the biblical teachings on finances. She encourages parents to realize that no matter where they are at in their...
Ep. 77 Peggy MacMillan on Handling Money God's Way
June 08, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBPeggy MacMillan serves as a volunteer for Compass - Finances God's Way, which is a financial discipleship ministry. She openly shares her genuine faith in Christ and the great financial struggles she and her husband faced during their early years of marriage as they tried to do it "their way". Through the tough times, God taught them to trust Him as they began learning and obeying the biblical teachings on finances. She encourages parents to realize that no matter where they are at in thei...
Ep. 76 Mark Cravens on Troubling Times in Life
June 01, 2022 14:23 - 29 minutes - 27.7 MBMark Cravens, host for HATJ, shares insights from Psalm 27 and how we can follow David's example when life's troubles come our way. Please go to our website and sign up for our newsletter when the "stay in touch" prompt appears. Also, we would love to have you follow us on Facebook and Instagram. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod...
Ep. 75 Melanie Redd on Various Means and Methods of Mentoring Others
May 25, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBMelanie Redd, President of Hope Ministry, joyfully shares her spiritual journey and the various ministries God has opened doors for her to be part of during her life. She is an author, blogger, wife, mother, mentor, and speaker at Christian women's conferences. Melanie provides practical advice and insight on how we can all become a mentor to someone. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://melanieredd.com/ --- Support this podcast: h...
Ep. 75. Melanie Redd on Various Means and Methods of Mentoring Others
May 25, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBMelanie Redd, President of Hope Ministry, joyfully shares her spiritual journey and the various ministries God has opened doors for her to be part of during her life. She is an author, blogger, wife, mother, mentor, and speaker at Christian women's conferences. Melanie provides practical advice and insight on how we can all become a mentor to someone. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://melanieredd.com/ --- Support this podcast: h...
Ep. 74 Jon Hopkins on Healing After Childhood Sexual Abuse
May 18, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBJon was raised in a loving, Christian home. But sadly, he was molested by an older boy who was trusted by the family. In this podcast, he shares about the trauma and misplaced shame that once filled his life and how God has taken him on a journey of healing and wholeness. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mark-cravens7/support
Ep. 73 Heather Carter on My Journey through Leukemia
May 11, 2022 12:10 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBHeather shares how God gave her grace and strength through her battle with leukemia and how this time became life-changing for her. Out of this low point in her life, God birthed a new ministry of blogging and writing that has touched so many hurting lives as they deal with the drama, trauma, and minutiae of life. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://heathercarterwrites.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p...
Ep. 73 Heather Carter on Helping Others During Her Journey Through Leukemia
May 11, 2022 12:10 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBHeather shares how God gave her grace and strength through her battle with leukemia and how this time became life-changing for her. Out of this low point in her life, God birthed a new ministry of blogging and writing that has touched so many hurting lives as they deal with the drama, trauma, and minutiae of life. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://heathercarterwrites.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mark-cravens7/...
Ep. 72 Ruth Darland on Dealing with Years of Infertility
May 04, 2022 17:12 - 29 minutes - 67.8 MBFor many years, Ruth's heart longed to have a child of her own. While trying to have a child, she battled through the rollercoaster of emotions and became very discouraged and depressed. Every Mother's Day was only a painful occasion for her. Then one day, while on her hands and knees mopping the floor, she was listening to the story of Hannah and sensed God promising her a child of her own. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.i...
Ep. 71 Alena Prysch on When "Happily Ever After" Doesn't Happen
April 27, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBAlena and Rick (Grubbs) met in college, and soon after began serving the Lord in ministry. With the expectation of living "happily ever after", it wasn't very long until Rick's health began to fail. By the strength of God, they were able to remain in ministry in spite of his colon and liver disease. Then came the diagnosis of lymphoma, and within a few months, Rick was taken from Alena. Nonetheless, she shares her remarkable story of triumph and hope in spite of grief and loss. Alena Prysc...
Ep. 70 Mark Sowersby on Freedom From the Nightmare of Childhood Abuse
April 20, 2022 11:39 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBMark Sowersby's story is a story of how God's abounding grace transformed his life, setting him free from a nightmare of years of childhood abuse, neglect, and suffering. Over time, condemnation, shame, and guilt were replaced with forgiveness, joy, and life in abundance. Don't miss the powerful testimony of healing, forgiveness, and freedom. Find his book, "Forgiving the Nightmare", on Amazon. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.f...
Ep. 69 Ken Webber - "I'm Not Afraid of the End of the Journey"
April 13, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBThough highly religious, Ken had never known Jesus Christ as the Lord and Savior of his life. In his own words, Ken shares his journey to faith in Christ and his current battle with cancer. Even though he is in hospice care, he remains joyful and an inspiration to others because of the hope found in Jesus Christ. https://www.hopealongthejourney.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HopeAlongTheJourney https://www.instagram.com/hopealongthejourney/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm...