Road To Redemption

Sexual addiction silently destroys lives, marriages, and families while those struggling often feel hopelessly trapped in cycles of shame. In this powerful conversation, Steve Coppi and Corey Neal share their journey from decades of sexual shame to newfound freedom through honesty, accountability and a personal relationship with Jesus. Steve reveals how his 45-year battle with pornography addictio...

What happens when someone truly goes "all in" with God? Travis Kring's return to Road to Redemption unveils the extraordinary transformation that unfolds when complete surrender meets divine grace. Travis takes us back to that pivotal moment on a West Palm Beach shoreline in April 2021. Having lost his marriage, children, career, and hometown, he stood at life's crossroads faci...

The grip of fear and anxiety has tightened around countless lives today—even among believers. What does it look like to break free? Join hosts John Martin and Valerie Peterson as they continue their heartfelt, practical discussion on overcoming these powerful emotions. "False evidence appearing real." This simple acronym for fear reveals how deceptive our anxious thoughts can be. Through...

Fear and anxiety touch all our lives, yet many of us—even believers—find ourselves trapped in their grip despite knowing God calls us to peace. In this heartfelt conversation, hosts John Martin and Valerie Peterson share their personal journeys with anxiety while offering practical biblical solutions for breaking free. "I've had anxiety in my past, even anxiety where it was crippling me,...

"God takes what they've been through and turns it to good." These powerful words from Eddie Mansfield capture the essence of his extraordinary transformation story shared on Road to Redemption. Eddie's journey begins in Owensboro, Kentucky, where despite a loving Christian upbringing, he veered into substance abuse at age 15. What followed was a 23-year descent through addictio...

June Kohls draws listeners in with a profound parallel between her life journey and the Samaritan woman at the well. Like Jesus who traveled specifically to meet this outcast woman, June reveals how God purposefully seeks us in our lowest moments, offering living water when we feel most unworthy. Growing up with an angry father and a codependent mother, June felt invisible even within her church c...

What happens when spiritual warfare enters our daily lives and we don't even recognize it? Former Air Force special operations intelligence officer Sam Sterett pulls back the curtain on the unseen battles affecting men, marriages, and families in this eye-opening conversation. "Nine times out of ten, most men don't realize they're exactly where the devil wants them to be,"...

The deepening influence of social media, technology, and worldly values on children has created unprecedented challenges for parents trying to raise kids with strong spiritual foundations. In this eye-opening conversation, licensed mental health therapist's  Valerie Peterson and Joy Makala share transformative insights on positive parenting through a biblical lens. Joy begins by addressing a...

Victoria Jones shares the powerful story of how she went from planning suicide to finding freedom and abundant life in Christ after a divine encounter with a stranger who gave her a Bible. • Grew up with unhealthy performance-based coping mechanisms. • Performance addiction led to depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts in college. • Maintained a perfect social media image while inwardly plannin...

Benny Di Chiara, frontman of the Christian rock band Empowered, brings raw authenticity and spiritual fire to this powerful conversation about redemption, healing, and perseverance through life's most challenging battles. The journey begins with Benny's harrowing account of surviving a traumatic brain injury in 2016 that left him with a double skull fracture, frontal lobe damage, and int...

What happens when decades of addiction disappear in a moment without withdrawal symptoms?  Dr. Rachael Cannon's extraordinary testimony reveals the transformative power of encountering divine love after 25 years of severe drug addiction. Growing up as the granddaughter of a Baptist preacher and daughter of a minister, Rachael understood religious principles but found herself trapped in a cycl...

Billy Milan's journey from the streets of New York to the security team at Destiny Worship Center is a testament to God's relentless pursuit of those who seem furthest from His reach. Growing up as the child of divorce in NYC, Billy found himself joining the NYPD at just 20 years old. Though married to Maria, a woman of deep faith, Billy admits he spent the first decade of their marriage...

Kyle Hart never expected to be pulled from the parking lot into a podcast recording, but as he explains in this powerful episode, following the Holy Spirit's prompting often leads to unexpected divine appointments. With disarming honesty, Kyle shares the foundational moment of his faith journey—when, as a five-year-old plagued by fears of death, his grandfather's simple yet profound resp...

Amanda Hunter's journey from the depths of addiction to a life of purpose and peace illuminates the extraordinary power of redemption. Born into a military family without spiritual foundation, Amanda's early experimentation with substances at age 13 set the stage for decades of struggle. The absence of faith left her vulnerable to toxic relationships, depression, and ultimately a devasta...

We visit with Rob - Rare of Breed and his friend Velma Sasnett. This powerful episode brings together two remarkable stories that demonstrate how dark pasts can become beacons of hope. Rob takes us through his journey from foster care at age eight to addiction at fourteen, leading to expulsion, military school, and jail time. Believing he would become "just another statistic," Rob's...

Sheila’s powerful story resonates with anyone who has endured pain and emerged on the other side. She shares her upbringing, her traumatic car accident, and how these experiences led her to find faith.  - Discusses childhood challenges and family dynamics  - Shares the impact of trauma and healing processes  - Explores the journey to finding faith in difficult times  - Emphasizes the importance of...

Jahan shares her powerful journey of healing from childhood trauma, emphasizing the role of faith and the power of the Word of God in her recovery. The discussion includes the importance of vulnerability, the healing found in communal prayer, and how facing one's trauma can lead to transformative encounters with Jesus.  • Jahan’s traumatic childhood experience in Uganda  • The significant rol...

Hannah Rodriguez joins us to discuss effective strategies for alleviating anxiety in children and the crucial role parents play in this endeavor. The conversation explores the impact of technology, the importance of role modeling, setting boundaries, and fostering emotional intelligence in the family dynamic. Hannah emphasizes the importance of putting God first in your life and we also cover: • C...

What if you found light amidst the darkest times? Jahan Berns shares her compelling journey from the chaos of a war-torn Uganda to the peace and hope she discovered through faith. Growing up surrounded by violence and loss, Jahan's story is one of resilience and redemption. Faced with the occult's pull during desperate moments, a British missionary boarding school became her sanctuary. T...

Have you ever felt that your toughest moments could be the beginning of a powerful transformation? Join us as Zach Kiley bravely shares his candid journey from experiencing deep church hurt in his youth to overcoming addictions and finding his way back to faith. Raised in Spring, Texas, Zach's story is a testament to the transformative power of hitting rock bottom, which led to a spiritual aw...

Can you imagine stepping into the new year with a heart full of hope and a spirit ready for transformation? That's exactly what we're offering as we embark on the "Road to Redemption" for 2025. Together with Valerie Peterson and Drew Powell, we delve into the notion of embracing personal and spiritual growth by reflecting on the past and setting our sights on a future brimming...

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Monica Guajardo's journey is a testament to the power of faith in Christ and resilience in the face of profound loss. Join us as Monica shares the story of her and her husband Dan's remarkable path, which has taken them from the halls of Oral Roberts University in Tulsa to Hagee Ministries in San Antonio, and now to New Life Church in Santa Rosa Beach. Monica candidly opens up about the...

Ever wondered how to transform holiday chaos into a season of peace and joy? John Martin, Valerie Peterson and Drew Powell discuss ideas to equip you with the tools to navigate family dynamics, manage expectations, and keep Christ at the heart of your celebrations. Drawing inspiration from the song "Jesus at the Center of It All" and Matthew 6:33, we'll explore strategies for mainta...

What if a routine surgery turned into a life-altering near-death experience? Join us as Holly Detweiler, a dear friend from Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, courageously shares her incredible journey from a career in real estate closings to an unexpected spiritual awakening. Holly recounts the harrowing moments when her heart stopped during outpatient surgery, echoing the tragic loss of her father under...