GraceStory Podcast

You won't want to miss these highlights from Legacy GraceStory Men’s Conference 2023 as we travel back and listen to two fantastic sessions. Kathy Sprinkle and Darren Signs hold nothing back and share powerful stories and incredible truths about getting our story straight and reframing our understanding of Jesus. Be sure to check out the GraceStory Youtube Channel for more FREE content from our co...

End-of-life decisions can be a difficult and uncomfortable topic to discuss, but it's a reality that we will all face. In this episode of GraceStory Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Kathryn Butler, a biblically-centered physician who specializes in critical care surgery. She is the author of "Between Life and Death: A Gospel-Centered Guide to End-of-Life Medical Care" and "Glimmers of Grace: A Doctor'...

On this episode of the GraceStory Podcast, host Nate Davison sits down with Brian Noble from Peacemaker Ministries to discuss the art of being a peacemaker. Brian, author of "The Path of the Peacemaker" shares insights from his years of experience working with individuals and organizations to resolve conflicts and build stronger relationships. He highlights the importance of listening well, unders...

In this episode  of GraceStory Podcast, we sit down with Chris and Stephanie of Out of the Dust, who fell in love during a mission trip in high school and later got married. However, their marriage began to unravel when Chris entered a season of doubt and began indulging in "alternative" activities that conflicted with his faith. Eventually, he left Stephanie and continued down a path of rebellion...

In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Greg Stier, author of the book "Unlikely Fighter.” Drawing from his own tumultuous story, including several near death experiences as a child, Greg offers a powerful message of hope and redemption for anyone who may feel lost or without purpose. Through a series of family stories and personal anecdotes, Stier explores the themes of identity,...

The hidden suffering of scrupulosity is real: “Have I committed the unpardonable sin? How can I stop the barrage of thoughts? Would anyone understand or would they just think I was weird?” Join the conversation as the GraceStory team shares their personal experiences here as we define and discuss the evidence-based reality of scrupulosity that too many Christians live through. You are not alone; t...

On this episode we talk about chemical dependence and what it looks like for individuals walking the journey of restoration through addiction. Greg George joins the show to share his expertise on the topic. Greg George obtained his Masters of Social Work from Indiana Wesleyan University and currently serves as the Director of Operations at ONE80 Recovery, faith-based organization headquartered in...

Have you found yourself overwhelmed by life or has the joy in life seemed to be muted lately? Nicole Jacobsmeyer, Author of " Take Back Your Joy " joins GraceStory Podcast and opens up about her emotional and physical trauma to demonstrate how joy must be actively pursued when circumstances threaten to steal it. Throughout a decade of trials—from assault and depression to miscarriage and cancer— N...

The first GraceStory Men's Conference will be held at Whitewater Crossing Christian Church in Cleves, OH, on May 5-6, 2023! This episode features a few of the GraceStory personalities you will meet at conference, Nate Davison, Amber Jones, and Ryan Watters along with guest storytellers and expert instructors. Join the conversation as Nate, Amber, and Ryan talk candidly about what one can expect as...

You won't want to miss these highlights from GraceStory AWAKE Conference 2022 as we travel back and listen to two power house presenters. Amy Lancaster and Sonja Vernon hold nothing back and share powerful stories and incredible truths that will have you understanding more about yourself, your relationships, and even your walk with Christ. Be sure to check out the GraceStory Youtube Channel for mo...

On this episode Karis Meier joins the show to share about her journey with chronic illness and why she believes that suffering can be redeemed. Karis shares in a vulnerable way that shows a heart intent on encouraging and equipping others to walk through suffering with the hope and comfort that only Jesus can provide. Karis shares more about her journey through her blog, articles, and devotionals,...

On this episode Morey Ostlund joins the show to share her story and some of the content of her book, Unlovable.  After being abandoned by her parents at the age of five and sexually abused for years by a foster parent, Morey unfolds her story of how this trauma led her down a path of self-sabotage and destruction, desperately seeking to fill the void in her heart with men, acceptance, status, and...

On this episode Dr. Barber is back and Live from GraceStory Conference 2022. Listen in as he shares about Adverse Childhood Experiences and what an ACE score might mean for you. This episode will have you rethinking Trauma in your life and in the life of others. As a fully licensed clinical counselor with advanced training and over two decades of pastoral ministry, Dr. Tim Barber brings a unique p...

Natalie Edmonson joins the GraceStory Podcast to share about herself and Berean Holiness, which she founded. Natalie is the general editor for the content you will find at Berean Holiness. Natalie is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity (M.Div) degree in Theology. She is a graduate of both Free Gospel Bible Institute (2017) and Hobe Sound Bible College (2019), holding a Bachelor’s degree in Chr...

Kari Trent Stageburg is one half of a father-daughter team on a mission to help end loneliness and build strong families. In her early 20s, Kari found herself trapped in an abusive relationship. Listen in as Kari shares how God rescued her from that relationship and how God began the incredible work of healing and restoration in her life and family. This restoration has led to her work at StrongFa...

Tiffany Yecke Brooks, PhD is a New York Times Best-Selling Ghostwriter, Author, Editor, and Speaker and joins GraceStory Podcast to discuss her most recent publication, Gaslighted by God: Reconstructing a Disillusioned Faith. Her book is meant as a guide for rebuilding a healthy faith and working through doubt without shame after deconstruction, disillusionment, spiritual abuse, or religious traum...

Darryll Davis, director of The Prisoners Hope, is passionate about making a difference in a seeming vast ocean of prison population and broken lives. This passion comes in part from his own story. In 1988, it took a jury of his peers only 30 minutes to find Darryl Davis guilty of Wanton Murder and sentence him to 35 years in prison. After surrendering his life to Christ and serving two-thirds of t...

Jeremy Harrell joins GraceStory Podcast to share his story of coming to Christ, fighting for the USA overseas, and what coming home looked like for him as a veteran who eventually was found to have both PTSD and traumatic brain injury. Jeremy is not one to let a diagnosis keep him on the sidelines. Jeremy founded Veteran’s Club INC, which is a premier nonprofit that assists Veterans in healing fro...

Jon Hopkins joins GraceStory podcast and bravely shares his story about his journey of restoration after several years of childhood sexual abuse by an older family friend. Jon shares what is was like to eventually face his perpetrator later on in life who had never changed their behavior and to confront them with the truth even as they actively denied reality. Jon has a heart for young people and...

Ryan is back on the podcast! On this episode we dive deeper into the tips for finding emotionally healthy individuals and fostering relationships with others. We talk about boundaries, healthy relationships, how to cut off unhealthy relationships, and much more. Click here to find more resources and sign up for the GraceStory monthly newsletter   Reach out through our FREE, confidential Counselor...

On this episode, Ryan joins us to share his top 5 tips for making new friends in college. Click here to find more resources and sign up for the GraceStory monthly newsletter   Reach out through our FREE, confidential Counselor Referral form . Do you have a question you would like for us to help find an answer for? Have feedback? Want to hear more on a certain topic? Have a suggestion for a guest?...

On this episode we are joined by Jerrad Lopes. Jerrad is a Christian author, speaker, and the founder of Dad Tired. As a father of four, he knows first-hand that living as a leader in your home is a weighty calling. He is passionate about equipping men and fostering community where together men can live out the gospel. Join the conversation as Jarrad shares on how to lead your family well. To lear...

On this episode of GraceStory Podcast, we hear from a victim of human trafficking. Dr. Katariina Rosenblatt, LLM, PhD, is living proof of the promise she heard long ago at a Billy Graham crusade that God would never forsake her. Katariina has a PhD in conflict analysis and resolution and works closely with law enforcement agencies, such as the FBI to eliminate human slavery. She founded There Is H...

As a fully licensed clinical counselor with advanced training and over two decades of pastoral ministry, Dr. Tim Barber brings a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to our latest conversation here on The GraceStory Podcast. Dr. Barber weaves in wisdom throughout our conversation on topics such as What characteristics one should be looking for when searching for a counselor to assist on th...

Heather Durham knows what it is like to live through the unimaginable, the tragic death of her daughter in 1996 as the family ministered as missionaries far from home. In our conversation in this episode, she shares part of her story and also shares about her book entitled "An Unexplained Endurance."  The book "is the story of God’s sustaining grace and a missionary couple’s confidence in the pres...