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Wonderful To Tell

38 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratings

For people who love listening to great storytellers, bringing you stories that will lift your spirits, make you laugh, inspire and encourage you.

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Pastor Gilbert Limones - Freedom in Christ

September 06, 2023 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

Pastor GIlbert Limones, pastor of Casa El Shaddai in Uvalde, Texas shares his story about God's amazing transformative work in his life. To learn more about Freedom Prayer visit: https://freedomprayer.org/ You can also visit us at https://www.wonderfultotell.com/

Dr. Jason Strampe: When You Cannot Hear God's Voice

April 08, 2020 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Dr. Jason Strampe is a hospitalist, a dedicated in-patient physician, who has been working on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic treating critically ill patients in Charlottesville, Virginia.  In his story Dr. Strampe shares about a deep valley he went through where he could not hear God’s voice and struggled to find his faith in the midst of difficult times.  Dr. Strampe has also been very involved in mission work through Advancing Native Missions.  To learn more about Dr. Strampe and...

Tony Weedor: Islamic Christian's Message To Believers

February 22, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

Tony Weedor and his wife Beth fled a brutal civil war in their native Liberia. Tony just released a book available on Amazon entitled: The Reason for Tears: A Memoir  Tony has served churches and ministries in several African countries, taught in the philosophy department at Denver Seminary, and ministered with Serving in Mission as a specialist on Islam in Africa. He joined Advancing Native Missions in 2009 and is now ANM’s desk director for Africa and co-director of ANM’s Love for Muslims...

Florence Feldman: Rooted and Grounded in Love

December 31, 2019 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Florence Feldman shares her journey from a struggling young single Jewish mother of 2 looking for her new identity, for love, acceptance and the right direction for her life. What she found along the way was not what she expected nor what she was looking for, yet it is what has given her the greatest joy and peace. To see photos of Florence and learn more about her and all our other story tellers, please visit our website at Wonderful To Tell

Terry Kim: Finding His True Identity

October 19, 2019 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Here is our 2nd installment from our recording sessions held in Hume and Charlottesville, Virginia. Our event this evening, was hosted by Kirk and Nancy Brown, who graciously opened their home to Wonderful To Tell. In this episode, Terry Kim shares his story of growing up as a 2nd generation Korean American and the path that led him to finding his identity. To see photos of Terry and learn more about Advancing Native Missions and his book A Letter to the Korean American Church: Reconciling ...

Terry Kim: Finding His True Identity

October 19, 2019 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Here is our 2nd installment from our recording sessions held in Hume and Charlottesville, Virginia. Our event this evening, was hosted by Kirk and Nancy Brown, who graciously opened their home to Wonderful To Tell. In this episode, Terry Kim shares his story of growing up as a 2nd generation Korean American and the path that led him to finding his identity. To see photos of Terry and learn more about Advancing Native Missions and his book A Letter to the Korean American Church: Reconciling ...

DJ Carter: Sharing The Love Of Christ

September 12, 2019 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

We have a series of special stories to share with you from our Wonderful To Tell event held in Charlottesville and Hume Virginia. Our first in this series is a dynamic story shared by DJ Carter, the Executive Director of thriVe Women’s Healthcare of Central Virginia.  We know you will love listening as DJ’s story unfolds and you see his heart of forgiveness and his desire to minister to all people ~ compassionately meeting their needs and showing them the love of Christ. To see photos of D....

David Broussard: Sculptor, Artist & New Creation

August 07, 2019 22:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

Artist, David Broussard is a skilled sculpture whose welded artwork defies logic and boggles the mind. The beauty of his crosses, butterflies and other designs made from sheets of plain steel, is truly beyond comprehension. David acknowledges and gives all the credit to God for his talent and abilities.  David is passionate about sharing the gospel of Christ Jesus through his art and shares the gospel with anyone and everyone who will listen.  Each piece of David’s art is signed with his na...

Katie Forsythe: God's Provision Through Surrender

August 02, 2019 22:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

As a 26 year old newlywed, Katie Forsythe found that the trajectory she had planned for her life was about to take a very different path when she was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma a childhood cancer, rarely found in adults. Katie's story is filled with wisdom and powerful insights into God's love and faithfulness.  During this journey with her husband Zane by her side, Katie mentioned the Ebenezers – remembers of the ways in which the Lord had helped them even before they knew they were in ne...

Katie Forsythe: God's Provision Through Surrender

August 02, 2019 22:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

As a 26 year old newlywed, Katie Forsythe found that the trajectory she had planned for her life was about to take a very different path when she was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma a childhood cancer, rarely found in adults. Katie's story is filled with wisdom and powerful insights into God's love and faithfulness.  During this journey with her husband Zane by her side, Katie mentioned the Ebenezers – remembers of the ways in which the Lord had helped them even before they knew they were in ne...

Ben & Margret Fields: Project-44

June 06, 2019 02:00 - 20 minutes - 9.51 MB

Project-44 began as its founder Ben Fields, an auto mechanic, was questioning his role in the world, and more specifically, the church. He felt he was not helping the community the way the church ought to be. It was during that time that someone gave Ben a vehicle and suggested he fix it up and give it to someone in need. A car ministry was born and took on the name Project-44, named after the 44th book of the Bible: Acts. Project-44 has become a multi-faceted ministry including:  Counsel...

Dianne Carlson: Following God’s Puzzle Pieces

May 21, 2019 23:00 - 28 minutes - 12.9 MB

Dianne Carlson shares her journey from a downtown Dallas attorney with one of the largest law firms in the world, to becoming the Director of Justice Initiatives for ALARM. Alarm is an acronym that stands for African Leadership and Reconciliation Ministries. ALARM trains and equips African leaders, providing them with the tools, knowledge and skills needed to rewrite the stories of African families, communities and nations. To see photos of Dianne & learn more about ALARM and their incredibl...

Dianne Carlson: Following God’s Puzzle Pieces

May 21, 2019 23:00 - 28 minutes - 12.9 MB

Dianne Carlson shares her journey from a downtown Dallas attorney with one of the largest law firms in the world, to becoming the Director of Justice Initiatives for ALARM. Alarm is an acronym that stands for African Leadership and Reconciliation Ministries. ALARM trains and equips African leaders, providing them with the tools, knowledge and skills needed to rewrite the stories of African families, communities and nations. To see photos of Dianne & learn more about ALARM and their incredibl...

Gary Randle: God Don't Waste Nothin'

May 13, 2019 21:00 - 13 minutes - 6.38 MB

Gary Randle has spent his life serving God. In 1989 Gary Randle and Noble Crawford co-founded Hope Farm.  Hope Farm is a leadership program guiding at-risk boys to become Christ-centered men of integrity that will be leaders in their families, churches, communities and the nation.  Gary’s wife Marilyn best shared with me the essence of her husband & this wonderful man of God: “To know Gary Randle is an experience and not an event.  What Gary has done doesn’t accurately describe who he is.  H...

Gary Randle: God Don't Waste Nothin'

May 13, 2019 21:00 - 13 minutes - 6.38 MB

Gary Randle has spent his life serving God. In 1989 Gary Randle and Noble Crawford co-founded Hope Farm.  Hope Farm is a leadership program guiding at-risk boys to become Christ-centered men of integrity that will be leaders in their families, churches, communities and the nation.  Gary’s wife Marilyn best shared with me the essence of her husband & this wonderful man of God: “To know Gary Randle is an experience and not an event.  What Gary has done doesn’t accurately describe who he is.  H...

Brandon and Audrey: Sounding The Alarm

May 08, 2019 12:00 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MB

Meet Audrey and Brandon Stewart with their daughters Cameron and Madelyn. Audrey and Brandon share their story about their moment of crisis when at 9 months old Cameron was in a serious accident that required emergency brain surgery. Listen to this insightful story of how they responded in their moment of crisis.  Sensory play has been a huge part of Cameron's recovery and quickly became Cameron and Audrey’s favorite activity to do together.  As a result, Let Them Be Little Sensory Boxes wa...

Erika Pitstick: Reconciliation, Trust and Love

May 02, 2019 02:00 - 18 minutes - 8.68 MB

Erika Pitstick grew up in El Slavador, attended college in California and met her husband in Israel. Erika is a business owner, wife and mom to 3 children all under the age of 4. Erika a true entrepreneur wears many different hats, she co-owns Price Right Tree Service with her husband Price, has completed her first children’s book: My Daddy The Tree Climber available on Amazon and has launched her new enterprise - Meet Intentional with Fun Time Dinner Time boxes designed to give families a j...

Andy McQuitty's Gold Embossed Invitation

April 23, 2019 23:00 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MB

Andy McQuitty shares his story of how he received a Gold Embossed Invitation from God to join the Cancer Club. Andy shares a very honest story about finding God's grace and beauty in the midst of great suffering.   Andy McQuitty, is a loving husband and father to his wife Alice and their 5 children. He is a godly man who faithfully shepherded and served as Senior Pastor of Irving Bible Church for over 30 years, where he currently serves as Pastor At Large. He is a graduate of Wheaton College...

Blake Gillihan: New Life Through God's Grace

April 19, 2019 12:00 - 17 minutes - 7.92 MB

On Good Friday, Christians around the world reflect on the Crucifixion of Jesus, remembering how He took the punishment we deserved by dying on the cross. Even those who do not follow Jesus, are overwhelmed by the story of the Crucifixion ~ an innocent man’s sacrifice, giving his life for another. Blake Gillihan shares his story of how God used the words of a hymn “Before the Throne of God Above” written over 150 years ago to lead him to a new life in Christ. “Before the Throne of God Abov...

Phil Luckett's Russia Story

April 12, 2019 19:00 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MB

Phil Luckett is a man who has led an exciting, adventurous, jam packed life. Most people would have been content to have a good paying job as a federal employee. And most people would have felt they won the lottery to work  as an NFL referee for 16 years. But Phil Luckett is definitely NOT most people. The desire of Phil’s heart was and still is, to make himself available to God and to follow where ever the Lord leads him. So, not only did Phil have a full career as a federal employee and as...

Phil Luckett's Russia Story

April 12, 2019 19:00 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MB

Phil Luckett is a man who has led an exciting, adventurous, jam packed life. Most people would have been content to have a good paying job as a federal employee. And most people would have felt they won the lottery to work  as an NFL referee for 16 years. But Phil Luckett is definitely NOT most people. The desire of Phil’s heart was and still is, to make himself available to God and to follow where ever the Lord leads him. So, not only did Phil have a full career as a federal employee and as...

Coveted Conversations with Dr. Shailendra Thomas, Marilyn Randle and Jennifer Smith

April 09, 2019 05:00 - 38 minutes - 17.4 MB

We have a slightly different format for this episode as we bring you 3 amazing women who recently shared their story at a Wonderful To Tell recording session. Marilyn Randle, Jennifer Smith and Dr. Shailendra Thomas are co-authors of 2 books Coveted Conversations and their children’s book entitled Image Bearer and currently have a 3rd book in the works.  We hope you enjoy this glimpse into the lives of these 3 gifted story tellers who more importantly share a deep and abiding friendship wit...

Catherine Norman: Choosing Faith Instead Of Fear

April 02, 2019 05:00 - 17 minutes - 7.9 MB

Catherine Norman ~ she’s smart, determined, brave and funny. Catherine shares her story about being a stroke survivor and her recovery from a brain aneurysm. In spite of many difficulties and pain, Catherine shares her decision to choose gratitude and to daily rebuke the fear and worry that try to seep in. If you struggle with anxiety, fear, worry, the future... Or feel that your obstacles are too overwhelming ~ this message is for you.  To see photos of Catherine and to learn more about her...

Our God Provides: A Wedding Story with Dayna Thompson and Taylor Aldridge

March 23, 2019 05:00 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MB

This story about an entire community, joyfully sharing from their hearts, giving to the Thompson family who has spent their lives giving and pouring out the love of Christ  into an entire city, is reminiscent of the final scene in the movie  “It’s A Wonderful Life” where George Bailey is surrounded by all the people whose life’s were made better because of his life. His family, friends and neighbors all rallying together to help their friend whom they love. That is what Jesus commands us as ...

Arianna Luther Finding God's Strength & Joy Through The Pain

March 17, 2019 05:00 - 14 minutes - 6.8 MB

Arianna Luther is a strength and conditioning coach at Texas Christian University. She has always been “the strong girl”, but when an injury removed her strength and independence, Arianna’s inner joy and faith in Jesus was able to shine to the most important person in her life. To see photos of Arianna and find links to her YouTube video, please visit our website at www.wonderfultotell.com IF you like our podcast, please subscribe to our show and follow us on instagram at Wonderful To Tell w...

Matt Jones, Peter Korinek and Slovakia

March 01, 2019 06:00 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MB

Today’s show is a double header of sorts as we welcome 2 guests ~ Matt Jones and Peter Koriniak; 2 men one from the United States and one from Slovakia who share their stories about how they came to love the same country and how they both chose to follow God’s leading in their lives through faith. You can learn more about Matt and Peter on our website at https://www.wonderfultotell.com/episodes 

A Love Story ~ Artist Sara Joseph

February 14, 2019 06:00 - 13 minutes - 6.21 MB

Sara Joseph is a sculptor and visual artist, who sculpts in polymer clay and paints in oil, watercolors, acrylics and mixed media. Her artworks are in numerous corporate and private collections around the world. She also enjoys working with words and is a published author, whose books can be found on Amazon and at other online retailers. Born in India, her early art training exposed her to the artistic traditions and rigor of the East.  A former co-owner of Artists' Showplace Gallery in Dal...

Cole & Lindsey's Adoption Story

February 11, 2019 06:00 - 19 minutes - 9.04 MB

Here is a look into the adoption process as told at a Wonderful To Tell recording session by the Armerding family. You will love this story of faith, trust and obedience as Cole and Lindsey follow the path of adoption that God is leading them down. To see photos of Cole, Lindsey and their family and for more information about adoption, please visit our website at www.wonderfultotell.com 

Terrence Butler Words of Hope

February 01, 2019 06:00 - 18 minutes - 8.48 MB

Do you feel that your strength is gone? Are your relationships broken? Do you feel exhausted and can't find a way out? This episode is for you. Please listen as Terrence Butler shares an incredible story of hope and deliverance. To learn more about Terrence and his story, visit our website at www.wonderfultotell.com you can also learn more about all our Wonderful To Tell story tellers and see great photos.  Or visit us on Instagram at Wonderful To Tell.  Where can I go from your Spirit?  Wh...

Terrence Butler Words of Hope

February 01, 2019 06:00 - 18 minutes - 8.48 MB

Do you feel that your strength is gone? Are your relationships broken? Do you feel exhausted and can't find a way out? This episode is for you. Please listen as Terrence Butler shares an incredible story of hope and deliverance. To learn more about Terrence and his story, visit our website at www.wonderfultotell.com you can also learn more about all our Wonderful To Tell story tellers and see great photos.  Or visit us on Instagram at Wonderful To Tell.  Where can I go from your Spirit?  Wh...

Jamaal Johnson ~ Extending God's Grace

January 24, 2019 06:00 - 14 minutes - 6.59 MB

We are so happy to introduce you to Jamaal Johnson as he shares his story about forgiveness and God's grace. Jamaal serves as the Student Services Coordinators at Rivertree Academy in Fort Worth. Jamaal has led an interesting life, willing to follow wherever God leads. He has worked as a counselor for troubled teens at a Christian boarding school and is also a former Fort Worth City police officer. Jamaal is married to his lovely wife Sarah and loves spending time with her and their 3 adorab...

Christmas Episode ~ Global Nomad

December 14, 2018 18:00 - 11 minutes - 5.32 MB

Merry Christmas! As our gift to you, we at Wonderful To Tell are happy to introduce to you our friend Susan, a self professed Global Nomad. In Susan's story, she shares about God's gifts to her. How in very practical and personal ways God has provided for her needs. As we celebrate God's greatest gift to us ~ the birth of our savior, Jesus ~ it is amazing to realize that God, the creator of the universe, delights in US and cares for us intimately.  We hope you enjoy this gift from Wonderful ...

Emily Williams Living Intentionally and Prayerfully

November 20, 2018 17:00 - 13 minutes - 6.12 MB

His ways are not our ways, yet our God is always faithful and good. When Emily Williams decided "I don't always want to do what makes sense" or the logical "next thing" it set in motion a life of service, following God's leading which has been filled with many adventures and blessings. To read more about Emily go to https://www.wonderfultotell.com/episodes/ Our website has a link to Rivertree Academy and to Emily's blog post which gives a glimpse into her life in Uganda.   If you have a sto...

Jace Thompson is ALL IN

October 22, 2018 05:00 - 12 minutes - 5.68 MB

Jace Thompson has lived his life "ALL IN" Have you ever wanted to step out in faith, but just been too afraid to take that first step? Then, this is the Podcast you don't want to miss. Jace Thompson didn't just step out in faith 35 years ago - he jumped off the cliff and experienced first hand Jehovah Jireh ~ God Will Provide.   You want to know more about Young Life? you have just 24 hours left to RSVP for the Fort Worth Young Life Annual Banquet! http://www.fwyounglife.org/ Also, visit o...

Ronnie Baker Running To Win! with Bonus Karviar Shepherd Interview

August 31, 2018 05:00 - 18 minutes - 8.31 MB

Part 1: Ronnie Baker is a 2 time NCAA 60 Meter Champion, the 2017 National Indoor 60 Meter Champion, and the Bronze Metal Winner in 60 Meter Dash at the 2018 World Indoor Championships. He is also a grant recipient from the USATF Foundation for elite athlete development. On August 11th in the midst of winning races and setting personal best times throughout the year, Ronnie took the time to share his story. Words that best describe Ronnie – strong, determined, humble and friend. Ronnie is ...

Abide With You Survivor

August 14, 2018 05:00 - 19 minutes - 9.2 MB

Jennifer Kieta's heart's desire is for people to understand God is real, He is faithful, and we can do nothing apart from Him. In or out of struggle, He is our strength!

Introducing Wonderful To Tell

August 10, 2018 05:00 - 1 minute - 779 KB

For people who love listening to great storytellers, bringing you stories that will lift your spirits, make you laugh, inspire and encourage you.

Introducing Wonderful To Tell

July 27, 2018 05:00 - 1 minute - 779 KB

Wonderful To Tell: podcast for people who love listening to great storytellers, bringing you stories that will lift your spirits, make you laugh, inspire and encourage you.