Compelled - Christian Stories & Testimonies

SEASON 10 FINALE! Oscar wasn't just an atheist, he was a zealot. The absence of an earthly father in his life simply reinforced the truth, that Christians were stupid, and they needed to be put in their place. There was no Father in heaven looking down from above. All this world had to offer was chaos. But as Oscar pursued earthly pleasures there were some questions that just couldn't be answered....

When a tragic accident leaves a man dead, respected community member Connie Calhoun suddenly finds herself possibly facing prison time for a crime she insists she didn’t commit. As public outrage grows, the question becomes unavoidable: Is Connie really who they say she is? Listen to the Story Partners podcast: https://www.storypartners.org/podcast⁠ Learn more about the Proclaim Podcast Network: ⁠...

Granger Smith was a country music icon who was living a star-studded life performing sold-out concerts across America. But when tragedy struck, everything came tumbling down, and Granger had to confront head-on… Who exactly was the God of the Bible? Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/granger-smith ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling t...

Cain Kellerman became addicted to heroin as a 10-year-old boy and saw his life quickly spiral out of control. He had no hope for his future and he simply stopped caring about anything. And even if his life did have a purpose, how could he break free from his addictions? Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/cain-kellerman The Kellermans are in need of a new septic drain field. It will...

Janet was a brand-new Christian who joined a group of young people who also claimed to follow Jesus and live in Christian community. But when she discovered they would not let her leave, Janet grew confused… until Jesus provided a way of escape. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/janet-d ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrat...

For years, Ramona and her husband served in churches together. On the outside, it looked like they had a picture-perfect marriage, but in reality, Ramona was carrying a dark secret. Her husband was emotionally and physically abusive, and Ramona had lost all hope... until one day she realized that the source of true Hope had been with her all along. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episode...

Otis was a drug addict, but he simultaneously knew who Jesus was, and cried out for deliverance multiple times. On several occasions, he would go through rehab and get clean and even live a successful life... but always in his own strength... until succumbing to temptation once again. Could the Holy Spirit intervene and save his wretched soul? Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/oti...

Josh Howard became an unlikely missionary to India after his family fell apart. But today, Josh has had a front-row seat watching God multiply disciples in unprecedented ways. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/josh-howard Josh's links: https://theignitenetwork.org/ https://discipleship.org/ Josh's newest book ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive s...

Will Allen grew up believing he was a Christian. But he had a secret. All throughout his childhood, he fantasized about being a girl. Then, as an adult, he followed through with that desire and surgically altered his body to appear as a woman for 30 years... until Will realized that Christ had to be Lord of *ALL* of his life Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/will-allen +++++++++++...

Hannah Overton was a mother of 5 who was falsely accused of murder, and sentenced to life in prison. Yet instead of growing bitter, she chose to flourish where God had placed her. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/hannah-overton ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around t...

55 years ago, Charlie stepped out of the Apollo 16 Spacecraft and became the 10th human to ever set foot on the moon. But back on earth, his marriage was falling apart, he was a stranger to his sons, and something desperately needed to change. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/charlie-dotty-duke ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to...

Compelled presents "Surround Bible: The True Story of Easter, Part 1" from the Proclaim Podcast Network! --- A lone rabbi on a secret mission. A desert prophet who eats locusts and yells at religious leaders. A dangerous destiny unites these twos at the waters of the Jordan. This day will change the world. --- If these stories captivate your imagination and stir your soul, then help us spread the...

Brandy Seago grew up in a family that was flawed, but still hers. But as her broken family was slowly whittled away, Brandy realized that a picture-perfect family might not exist, yet a perfect Father, really did. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/brandy-seago ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is...

Andy and Jamie Stewart, were expecting their first child when they received the crushing news that their baby was not going to survive Jamie’s pregnancy, let alone a delivery. How could they trust a God who would let this happen? ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world. These...

When Brandon was just a punk rock kid from the Pacific Northwest he had an encounter with God that opened up his eyes to his need for a Savior. But then 18 years later, Brandon was confronted with the greatest trial of his life where Christ showed Himself once again, in an entirely new way. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/brandon-hendriks ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal pod...

Stu Fuhlendorf was a staunch atheist with a tremendous success record in the marketplace... but he was also an alcoholic. During a booze-filled trip around the world, he couldn't shake the idea... what if God actually was real? Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/stu-fuhlendorf ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the power...

Ali had been a practicing Muslim in Iran for his entire life. But after the Iranian government violently cracked down on Ali and his friends, he became disillusioned with Islam and moved to America. Ali was exposed to the God of the Bible who appeared to be radically different than any other god Ali had heard of before. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/ali ++++++++++++ Compelled...

Christi Hottman Lawson was a faithful wife and mother serving the Lord where He had placed her. Then one night, her peaceful life was brought to a screeching halt and she was forced to consider... how would a just God ask her to respond to the drunk driver who had brought her so much pain? Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/christi-lawson ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcas...

As a young child, Jaime Kent saw his entire world fall apart in just a matter of minutes. Yet as his earthly family imploded, little did he know a Heavenly Father was watching from above. Show notes: https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/jaime-kent ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians aroun...

Evelyn’s husband, Rick, was the Commander of the Space Shuttle Columbia in 2003. While Evelyn knew that her husband always faced dangers inherent with being an astronaut, she was eventually confronted with a moment where she would have to trust the Lord no matter what. Show notes: https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/evelyn-husband-thompson ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripp...

Season 10 launching on Feb. 10th! // Celebrate what God did in 2025! // Hear Compelled's vision for 2026! What God allowed us to do in 2025: Record 20 new testimonies! Release 11 original Compelled stories! Remaster 32 testimonies from our archives! Compelled was downloaded 909,419 times in 2025! Launch Compelled on national radio! (170 stations, 34 states, 500,000 weekly listeners) Launch the Com...

Deepa Sukumar was a Hindu medical student with a successful career ahead of her, but she was actually struggling with anxiety, self-worth, and a total lack of peace. Then one night, when she was at the end of her rope and ready to end her life, God knocked on the door of her heart. Show notes: https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/deepa-sukumar ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gr...

Greg Stier grew up in a crime-infested part of Denver surrounded by gangs, violence, and unbridled hatred. Greg was small and mild-mannered and just didn’t fit in with his family of thugs and criminals. In the world’s eyes it may have seemed Greg's family was hopeless, but Greg would discover there is a power in Heaven that can change and transform… even an entire family. Show notes: https://compe...

At the age of 19, Ron was sentenced to almost 500 years in prison. Ron lashed out with rage and violence, eventually becoming a prison gang leader, until he was locked up in solitary confinement and told he would stay there until the day he died.  Condemned by society and separated from humanity, Ron knew that he was utterly alone... or was he?  Show notes: https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/ro...

For years, Garrett chased women, drugs, alcohol, and his own pleasures. But after being radically saved he began serving the Lord as the pastor of a growing church.  Yet Garrett carried a dark secret, a remnant of his past that he just couldn't shake. As Garrett would discover, the same Jesus who came to save sinners also came to deliver the saints. Show notes: https://compelledpodcast.com/episode...