Beyond Coincidence Podcast

Christine Mecham didn’t set out looking for a new religion. She was a teacher, a young mom, and had just come through a difficult divorce. Religion—at least structured religion—wasn’t something she thought she needed. But God had other plans. Through quiet examples from students, fellow teachers, good friends, and one incredibly kind family of a student in her classroom, Christine began to feel so...

B.J. Allen is a marketing professor, a father of six, and the author of the powerful book "The Compensating Power of Christ." But long before the book came to be, B.J. was just someone searching—trying to understand how the Atonement of Jesus Christ could possibly make things right in a world that feels so broken. In this interview, he shares the deeply personal journey that led him to w...

Barry Moore didn’t grow up with much religion in his life—but he did grow up with a deep desire to understand why he was here and who God was. In his late teens, he started searching for answers. That search led him to a conversation with missionaries from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and eventually to a truth that completely shifted his identity: he was a child of a loving Hea...

Emily Stewart—a gifted musician, devoted wife, and mother of four—never imagined a business trip with her husband would turn into a fight for her life. What started as a persistent headache turned out to be a stroke caused by a torn artery in her neck. In the middle of this terrifying experience, Emily found herself in exactly the right place, with exactly the right people: her husband by her side...

Dr. Wayne Burton wears many hats—family physician, father of five, and internationally recognized Christian singer and songwriter. In this interview, he shares how music became the divine thread weaving through every season of his life. From writing songs mid-flight to feeling divinely guided lyrics come through him, Wayne opens up about how God's hand has shaped his path both in clinics and...

What happens when your world flips upside down — and yet, somehow, you still feel peace? Janaca Seegrist shares her powerful journey of learning to see the hand of God in the smallest, most unexpected details of life… even while navigating one of the most painful experiences a daughter can face: her father’s arrest and 17-year prison sentence. She was at the temple when she got the news — and inst...

Sometimes, the quietest whispers from God lead to the loudest blessings. When Lynzi Clyde felt prompted to go on a triple blind date—despite it competing with a birthday party she really wanted to attend—she followed that nudge. Her actual date fell asleep (yes, really)... but someone else on that date asked her out. They fell in love, and the rest is history. That moment may have seemed small, bu...

Kathy Kinghorn always believed in the power of prayer. Raised Catholic, introduced to the restored gospel by neighbors, and drawn back to church after years of drifting, she had to relearn what it meant to go all in with God. But it wasn’t until she found out her daughter was in real danger — hundreds of miles away — that she truly saw what it meant to follow a divine prompting, no matter the cost...

When Andre Polonski was growing up in Kharkov, Ukraine, life was already hard. Raised by a single mother battling an undiagnosed illness, poverty was a daily reality. But then, a knock at the door changed everything — missionaries from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints introduced his family to a faith community that didn’t just bring spiritual healing… it brought life-saving help. Ye...

Natalie “Natty” O. Lewis — affectionately called the Unstoppable Woman of God — walks into prison not with judgment, but with purpose. In this deeply moving interview, Natty shares how teaching her class "Captain Your Story" to incarcerated men and women has transformed not just their lives — but her own. From identity to vision, from control to surrender, Natty teaches principles rooted...

What do you do when life throws you limitations before you even learn to walk? Elder Logan Castleton was born with a heart condition that led to three surgeries before he was two. Sports weren’t an option growing up, but that didn’t stop him from finding his own rhythm—through rap. Now serving a service mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Castleton is using his music...

Have you ever wondered if you were really hearing God’s voice—or if it was just your own thoughts? Kathy Jones shares powerful experiences where the hand of God touched her life, from a childhood moment on a swing set to one of the hardest seasons of motherhood. As she navigated overwhelming exhaustion, worry for her hospitalized son, and the pressure of a speaking assignment she wasn’t sure she c...

Peter Afemata grew up surrounded by influence—some good, some dangerous, and some devastating. As a young Samoan teen, he was pulled into gang life, shaped by his environment and scarred by loss. When his mother passed away, the pain pushed him deeper into drugs, anger, and self-destruction. But then something unexplainable happened—her spirit whispered for him to go back to church. And he did. Th...

From brain surgery as a teenager to a heart-wrenching loss as a mother, Whitney Quinton’s life has been marked by trials — but also by undeniable moments of God’s love and presence.  In this powerful interview, she shares: ✨ How a Priesthood blessing reassured her she’d be home for Christmas—just days after major brain surgery when she was 15yrs old ✨ Her long battle with chronic pain and endome...

Adassa—a singer, songwriter, performer, and the voice of Dolores in Encanto—has always dreamed big. But in 2020, when illness left her almost completely paralyzed, she had to rely on something greater than talent or ambition: faith. Through the hardest moments, she trusted in God’s guidance, learning that her worth wasn’t in what she could do, but in who she was—a daughter of God. And when she let...

What if the life you planned wasn’t the life God had planned for you—but it turned out even better? Emily and Trent’s love story is one of faith, trust, and unexpected blessings. Emily spent years as a single woman, trusting in God’s timing and believing that every person—no matter their marital status—has a vital role in His kingdom. Trent was married young, built a family, and then lost his wife...

What if your biggest disappointment was actually preparing you for something even better? John Hilton III poured his heart into writing a book, only to face rejection after rejection from publishers. It was discouraging — he had hoped so deeply for it to be published. But years later, an unexpected opportunity arose. A friend wanted to publish a book, this time with illustrations and added depth....

What if the hardest trial of your life was actually the greatest miracle in the making? Fiauna Lund learned early in life that prayers are answered — but sometimes, God’s answers require patience. She always knew where to turn for comfort, but her faith was tested in a way she never expected. At just 20 years old, she sensed something was wrong with her heart. Years later, that intuition proved ri...

What do you do when life falls apart? When the storm rages, do you cling to faith—or give in to fear? Juliette Berkabile’s life has been a journey of resilience, faith, and miracles. She started her family young, balancing college and motherhood, and eventually became a mother of ten in a blended family. But her world shattered when the Federal Trade Commission raided her home, charging her first...

How do you hold onto joy when life throws its hardest challenges at you? Tia Stokes—a mother of five, dancer, business owner, and cancer thriver—faced one of the toughest battles of her life during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. But instead of giving in to fear, she chose gratitude. Every day, she found something to be thankful for, no matter how small. She danced her way through cancer, sharing l...

How do you keep living with joy after heartbreak? Can faith and love carry you through life’s greatest trials? Charity Lighten has faced some of life’s toughest challenges—from walking alongside her first husband, Dan, during his courageous battle with cancer, to raising four children through grief, to finding love again with her husband, Daniel.  Now, as an empty nester, she continues to embrace...

How do you hold onto faith when life takes an unexpected turn? What if the hardest trial of your life became the greatest lesson in resilience? Ridge Alkonis never imagined that a car accident in Japan would change his life forever. Sentenced to 3 years in prison (he only served 537 days), he faced isolation, uncertainty, and hardship. But even in the darkest moments, he saw the hand of God—throug...

What if the answers you’ve been searching for were quietly unfolding in the moments of your life? 🤔 Gisele Mathews has always lived a God-fearing life, but deep in her heart, she longed for something more—a church that could answer the profound doctrinal questions that weighed on her soul. Through years of searching, questioning, and listening, she discovered God’s hand in the smallest details, g...

What if life’s biggest blessings came from the most unexpected moments? 🤯 From a simple spelling mistake that led to a much-needed job to a stranger knocking on his door with the perfect offer, Pong Chan has experienced tender mercies that shaped his life. Even through tragedy, he found love, purpose, and a deeper faith. His journey is a powerful reminder that God’s hand is always at work, even w...

In this episode of Beyond Coincidence , Sheila Layton sits down with Todd Moody, a lawyer and family history enthusiast, to explore the miracles woven into his life. Todd shares his journey of discovering his family’s deep connections to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and how his personal and spiritual path has been shaped by faith, family, and divine timing. From growing up with...