Touched by Heaven - Everyday Encounters with God
334 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 days ago - ★★★★★ - 625 ratingsWhat did God say today? God is speaking powerfully through the miraculous daily collisions of heaven and earth. The Touched by Heaven podcast shares encounters with angels, divine interventions, visions, near-death experiences, and God-incidents to fortify the faithful and awaken the fallen away.
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Thanksgiving 2018
November 20, 2018 16:37 - 5 minutes - 5.14 MBThis is your official, certified, stuffed with mashed potatoes Thanksgiving message from Trapper Jack. We wish you a holiday filled with an abundance of God's blessings and the opportunity to spend time with family and friends. Happy Thanksgiving! Weekly Email Trapper's weekly email now includes stories that do not make the podcast and other interesting content that will further fortify your faith. Click here to be included and stay informed. Share YOUR Story We would love ...
50 Miles on Empty - TBH 33
November 13, 2018 10:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBA gas tank that refuses to empty? That would appear to be the case in this episode that highlights the heavenly experiences of married couples. The cliffhanger is answered. What happened when Zoltan Jaszka proposed to Marianna on the podcast? Weekly Email Trapper's weekly email now includes stories that do not make the podcast and other interesting content that will further fortify your faith. Click here to be included and stay informed. Share YOUR Story We would love to h...
Does Your Opinion Matter? - TBH 32
November 07, 2018 18:23 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBAre there any arguments in heaven? Not likely, right? Everyone in heaven shares the mind of God. Are we even attempting to think like God here on earth? Trapper Jack was the keynote speaker at the annual pro-life LifeWorks fundraising dinner. He began his talk with the understanding that there is only one opinion that really matters on any issue. Weekly Email Update Trapper's weekly email now includes stories that do not make the podcast and other interesting content that will ...
One Unanswered Question - TBH 31
October 30, 2018 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBZoltan Jaszka prayed for two days that his angel would reveal himself. The angel proved himself to be both powerful and funny. Then there was the time that Zoltan was driving his giant transport truck on a St. Louis highway, when he suddenly could not turn his steering wheel. Was this a mechanical problem or divine intervention? Email Update Trapper's weekly email now includes stories that do not make the podcast and other interesting content that will further fortify your faith....
The Angels that Walk Children into Heaven - TBH 30
October 23, 2018 09:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBRobert Righi sees angels. On several occasions, as a hospice worker, he has been called to the bedside of a young child who is about to be escorted to heaven by an angel. Often, the child can see the angel, too. Our thanks to Craig Webb of the Akron Beacon Journal who covered a recent Trapper Jack talk. Click here to view the article. Last Call for Tickets Trapper Jack will be the keynote speaker at the LifeWorks Annual Dinner & Fundraiser on Friday, November 3. The event will be ...
The Unexpected Ways God Answers Prayers - TBH 29
October 16, 2018 09:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBDiane Fleming felt this huge urge to call somebody she hadn't talked to in many years. Most of us might blow it off. Because Diane made the call, an improbable prayer was answered. Chris Ferrero had been in a major funk for months. God dragged Chris out of the blues by pushing Chris into answering somebody else's prayer. In fact, it's quite common that when God answers one prayer, he is actually answering two. Be Informed Would you like me to send you links to stories that I fin...
To Heaven and Back - TBH 28
October 09, 2018 09:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBWhat's it like to wake up in the morgue? Margee Newman tells the story of her mom's near-death experience and time in heaven. Gail Osborne was allowed the unusual blessing of accompanying her father into paradise. We highly encourage you to read the book, To Heaven and Back, by Dr. Mary Neal. Here is a link to her book. Keynote Speaker Trapper Jack will be the keynote speaker at the LifeWorks Annual Dinner & Fundraiser on Friday, November 3. The event will be held at Windows o...
The Voice Said "Let Go" - TBH 27
October 02, 2018 15:54 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBThe drunk driver was racing down the one lane road heading directly at the car driven by Mike Daigle. Mike had three choices: Put his car into the cliffside boulders, drive off the cliff, or brace for impact. He said a prayer and braced for impact. God provided a fourth choice. Listen to the podcast, then check out Mike's book: Divine Intervention - A Happy Result of Pre-Praying Stop By for a Visit If you haven't already, please visit our new website and help to spread the word: ...
A Road Trip with Trouble - TBH 26
September 25, 2018 09:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBArmando DeLeon was a heroin addict for more than 20 years. He saw demons smiling at him in hopes of grabbing his soul. Stop By for a Visit Check out our new website: Trapper Jack Speaks Share Your Story We are receiving great feedback and some amazing stories. We would love to hear about your Touched by Heaven moment. To share your story, click here and leave us a note. Support Us Through Patreon A special thank you to our new supporters. We feel so blessed. Our dail...
A Drowning Man's Last Prayer - TBH 25
September 18, 2018 09:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBJeff Burgard was drowning. He was sinking 15 feet under the surface with his lungs filled with Atlantic ocean seawater. Not a soul was nearby. Stay in Touch Click here to join my email list: [email protected] Share Your Story We are receiving great feedback and some amazing stories. We would love to hear about your Touched by Heaven moment. To share your story, click here and leave us a note. Support Us Through Patreon Thank you so much for supporting us on...
The Frenzy over Our Soul - TBH 24
September 11, 2018 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MB"I couldn't see the battle, but I knew there was one going on," explains Lori Friedrich about a bizarre incident inside her camping tent. Hundreds of miles away, Lori's father was in his final minutes of life. What Lori was sensing, was the frenzied angelic battle over his soul. Share Your Story We are receiving great feedback and some amazing stories. We would love to hear about your Touched by Heaven moment. To share your story, click here and leave us a note. Support Us Thr...
Midnight in the Desert - TBH 23
September 04, 2018 18:15 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBTrapper Jack was a guest on Dave Schrader's Midnight in the Desert radio program. Dave shared a story of divine intervention that prevented his own horrifying death. Midnight in the Desert Share Your Story Folks are reaching out to share some amazing stories. We would love to hear about your Touched by Heaven moment. To share your story, click here and leave us a note. Support Us Through Patreon And, again, thank you so much for supporting us on Patreon. We pray daily for all of o...
Divine Intervention Stops Suicide Attempt - TBH 22
August 28, 2018 09:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBThe 150 lb. potted palm tree suddenly fell over in front of the television as Maria and Christopher watched Jeopardy. God was sending an urgent message to the parents of a troubled 11-year-old son. There was little time left. Save the Date and Join Us Trapper Jack will be speaking at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Medina, Ohio, on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 from 7 to 8 PM. The title of the talk is "How Blindness Led Me Back to My Faith." We have all seen loved ones walk away ...
'Look the Other Way' ... a Modern-Day Lott's Wife Story - TBH 21
August 21, 2018 09:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIs this a modern-day Lott's wife story? Karen Riddle was walking home in Sydney, Australia, when for the only time in her life, she heard an inner voice (an angel?) warning her to 'look the other way' at a specified upcoming moment. Would Karen, unlike the Genesis story of Lott's wife, obey the angel? Was she in peril if she did not? Save the Date Trapper Jack will be speaking at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Medina, Ohio, on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 from 7 to 8 PM. The titl...
Are You Using The Greatest Spiritual Weapon? - TBH 20
August 14, 2018 09:00 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MBThe rosary has had success in stopping tanks, thwarting a serial killer, muting the force of an atomic bomb, and creating unforgettable moments for this week's podcast guests. "Pray the rosary every day." This has become the often repeated message from Blessed Mother Mary at her many apparitions. Why is praying the rosary so important for any Christian? The answer comes from the rosary's very inception. Mary told St. Dominic in the early 1200s, "Pray the rosary every day. Preach the rosar...
Why God Doesn't Speak English - TBH 19
August 07, 2018 09:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBGod does not limit Himself to any particular language when connecting with us. God certainly got the attention of Moses with that whole burning bush thing. In our conversations with God we need to remind ourselves that God will use all available forms of communication. Who, or what, is He using to speak with us? Our guest, Megan, in this podcast episode, received messages from God and Blessed Mother Mary through a neighbor boy, a high school student, a Scripture reading that was forced...
Prophetic Dreams, The Good, Bad, and Ugly - TBH 18
July 31, 2018 09:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBEverything from seeing heaven, to hearing the devil's voice, has been a part of 'D's' dreamscape for the past 20 years. The experiences have left her with no doubt about the battle over our souls. We would love to hear about your Touched by Heaven moment. To share your story, click here to leave us a note. We appreciate you and pray daily for all of our listeners and supporters. If our programs are a blessing to you, please consider becoming a patron. Thank you and God bless!
What's with All the Sheep and Shepherds? - TBH 17
July 24, 2018 09:30 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBThere is no shortage of sheep and shepherd references in the Bible. We talked to a shepherd who has done her fair share of being one of the sheep that follows The Shepherd. Wannell Scott, a United Methodist Church pastor, has no problem sharing the beautiful encounters she has had with God. Informative dreams, pennies from heaven, and unconscious conversations with God, have blessed the pastor in return for her faithfulness. We would love to hear about your Touched by Heaven moment. To ...
The Thailand Cave, a Lesson about Prayer - TBH 16
July 17, 2018 09:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB'Not all the boys are going to make it.' This was the expressed expert opinion of those who created the diving plan that would extract the twelve boys and their assistant soccer coach from a perch 2.5 miles inside a Thailand cave. We wonder, how many hundreds of millions of prayers from around the world did God hear? How do we measure the impact of the entire world being on the same page at the same time? The world was praying with unity for the survival of the entire stranded 13. God a...
Seeing Angels - TBH 15
July 10, 2018 09:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBCan you surprise an angel? Six-year-old Angie would say yes, "The angel looked shocked when he noticed that I could see him." For now, we can only identify one of our episode guests as 'The Angel Lady.' She had a powerful encounter with an Angel which brought about an increase in what she says is intuition. We will see, in time, if what she told Trapper Jack comes to pass. Even Trapper Jack's dentist gets into the act with a story about some powerful prayers and the protection of her g...
But God, I Don't Understand - TBH 14
July 03, 2018 09:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThis was not pennies from heaven. Dimes were pouring down on Linda Lamarca. Was this a message from Linda's mom who had recently died? Dozens of dimes can't be a coincidence, can it? If you want to hear more about Linda's encounters when her mom passed, visit Conversations with God - TBH 3 What do we do with those moments when God appears to be sending a message, but we are clueless as to what the message means? We would love to hear your Touched by Heaven moment. Click here to leave ...
Your Guardian Angel ... Guiding and Protecting - TBH 13
June 27, 2018 03:16 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBHere are two life-saving stories involving Guardian Angels. While Joanne Trammel slept, the most destructive fire in California history was scorching its way toward her home. What is a guardian angel allowed to do? Camille Anter was about to walk into harm's way. Would Camille sense her angel's warning? Both Joanne and Camille, since childhood, have prayed the Guardian Angel Prayer. Angel of God, my Guardian dear, to whom God's love commits me here, ever this day (or night) be at my...
Glimpse of Heaven - TBH 12
June 19, 2018 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MB“Mom, what are you looking at?” Before passing away, the mother of Janet Pierce seemed to be looking through Janet and at the corner of the room. “Her eyes were so huge,” Janet said. What was suddenly visible to Janet’s mom? Gary Anderson, host of “Night Dreams Talk Radio,” was in conversation with his father. To an outsider, all would seem normal. However, prior to this conversation, Gary’s dad had been in an almost vegetated state. Minutes after their chat, Gary’s father died. Touc...
He Patiently Waits - TBH 11
June 12, 2018 05:37 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBMarcel Winkler could not understand why he had stopped at a gas station when his tank was already filled. Why was he buying a women's magazine for which he had no interest? Against all odds, God waits for the fallen away to come back to Him. He sends His signs in hopes of awakening the slumbering. This is where we come in. Touched by Heaven – Everyday Encounters with God, is here to not only fortify the believer, but spark the curiosity of all. We appreciate you and pray daily for all o...
Heaven on Earth, Texas - TBH 10
June 05, 2018 09:00 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBWe strive to experience heaven on earth. It's a bit easier for Suzanne Reese who lives in Earth, Texas. Not only does Suzanne hear laughter from heaven, she shows us how to create a little bit of heaven for others here on earth. If you would like to be a guest on our show and share your Touched by Heaven moment, click here or the contact tab above. We look forward to hearing from you! We appreciate you and pray daily for all of our listeners and supporters. If our programs are a blessin...
Don't Miss the Obvious - TBH 9
May 29, 2018 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBThe Church was built on the miraculous. Could a refocusing of our attention on the daily collisions of heaven and earth, ignite the growing number of exiting lukewarm? Angels have come to the rescue of Pamela Svec on at least three occasions. From roadside help on her honeymoon to saving her life on the highway, heavenly angels have assisted Pam on her life journey. Reference Podcasts: One More Time - Heaven's Urgent Message - BFL 212 Do You See Eye to Eye with Our Lady? - BFL 195...
What's a Nice Girl Like You - TBH 8
May 22, 2018 09:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBWould you think that a podcast about the collisions of heaven and earth would attract paranormal fans? Jim Harold's Paranormal Podcast brought us many new listeners, many with Touched by Heaven moments. Sue Baker, Katey Elizabeth, and Nancy Hanson, share their God moments with us. Not only do they share an interest in the paranormal, but also in their love of God and their observance of the Golden Rule. In a word, all three would be described as ... nice. In fact, one of them lives in the...
Near-Death Destinations - TBH 7
May 15, 2018 09:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBEvidence indicates that heaven is not the only destination of those who experience near-death. Atheist Howard Storm did a complete 180 in matters of faith following his near-death encounter. Jesus literally came to his rescue as Howard withstood the torment of demons in his life altering near-death experience. Cheryl Watts, a former nun, recounts her 'lukewarm' uncle's revelation from his near-death experience, "angels don't look like what we think they look like." Also revealing was hi...
Your Heavenly Mom - TBH 6
May 08, 2018 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB"She had such a beautiful smile on her face. I knew immediately that it was Mary." Dar Harold was in awe. Why was the mother of Jesus standing in her bedroom in the middle of the night? The answer came one hour later in a phone call from her father. Mary Jo Dockman McCormick figured that these things only happen to other people. It was just hours after hearing Trapper Jack speak at the St. Edward High School Moms' Club when Mary Jo experienced her own special moment with our Heavenly M...
How do you make others feel? - TBH 5
May 01, 2018 09:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBThe question, when contemplated, can stop you cold and drive you into self-examination. But when you hear the same question asked twice from two different people, is God up to something? A God incident leads Trapper Jack into playing for you his recent talk to the St. Edward High School Moms' Club. Trapper again spoke about how heaven and earth are colliding every day. "God is attempting to get our attention and draw us into a deeper relationship," Trapper stated. The resulting standing...
'For I Have Plans for You to Prosper' - TBH 4
April 24, 2018 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBThis podcast episode could be entitled How to Make More Money through Boredom. Boredom is a sign for us to get off our duffs and change something. Maybe we need to look for another job or go back to school. We can get in the way of our own prosperity by messing up His plans for us. Boredom is God's way of making us uncomfortable and directing us to the fulfillment of His plan. Each time Cliff Ravenscraft has gotten bored, it has stirred him to pursue his next passion. From insuranceman to...
Conversations with Heaven - TBH 3
April 17, 2018 09:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB"I just wish God would give us a sign that mom is in heaven." An instant later, God delivered the perfect sign, laying in the sand on the beach. Stunned, Linda Lamarca and her sister understood the divine message. "We thanked God," said Linda, "We knew that she was there in heaven." This podcast episode of Touched by Heaven – Everyday Encounters with God is about the conversations that we all have with God, the angels, and saints. An interesting thing happens when we call out to them. T...
Tom Hanks, We Need You! - TBH 2
April 10, 2018 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBWho knew? Tom Hanks is the key to the future of the Christian church! Leave it to Trapper Jack to see the not so obvious. The miracle of the Holy Fire, once again, occurred over the Orthodox Easter weekend. Fire burned inside the tomb of Christ in Jerusalem, marking the truth of the resurrection. On this episode, Dana Beagle, Chris Pefkaros and her daughter, Leah, recount the story of how the Holy Fire prevented a home from burning down last year. Thank you for your support. Patreon ...
Somebody Up There Likes You - TBH 1
March 24, 2018 17:40 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBWelcome to Touched by Heaven. This new podcast, with radio host Trapper Jack, peers into encounters with God. Touched by Heaven is the moment where heaven and earth collide and the miraculous happens. Near-death experiences, visions, divine messages, God incidents, angels, only scratch the surface of how God is showing us that He is with us here and now. Trapper, as host, loves sharing his faith through these episodes. He also loves sharing his own special brand of humor. We did, however,...