Shaken with Steve Sunshine

Mikhail Pavenko is a Ukrainian-born US citizen. He has lived in Washington State since he was a kid, He is also a volunteer Chaplain with the Ukrainian military. Mikhail talks about the devastation of war, the courage to persevere, the power of prayer, loving your neighbor, and even your enemy. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/494gG1x

Imagine you could take your biggest weakness, and turn it into a source of strength for other people. That’s what Kevan Chandler did. This is the uplifting story of faith, trust, ingenuity and friendship. It’s the story how We Carry Kevan has opened doors to experiences for people all over the world. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3zYZu0c

Ade Adeleke was a teenager living in Liberia when Civil War broke out and everything changed. This is the harrowing story of how God led her and her family out of war, to safety and a new life in the United States. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4dud7lZ

One question that we can't answer is why does God allow so much more suffering in some people's lives than others. Vaneetha Risner had polio as a child, was in and out of the hospital for years, was bullied in school, went through a divorce, lost a child, and now has post-polio syndrome which is a degenerative disease; And yet her relationship with God is as strong as its ever been. Show Notes: ht...

Elizabeth Minikel had a friend who lost a loved one. So she wrote some encouraging letters to her. But it occurred to her that the encouragement she was giving her friend could comfort anyone in almost any situation. So, those letters became a book. In this episode, Elizabeth offers assurance that Jesus walks through our troubles with us, He is near, even when we can't sense him. He gives us stren...

Katie Matthews was in a terrifying accident as a teenager.. It left her in a coma for weeks, and then a quadriplegic. But even as Katie grew more and more angry with God, God was nowhere near done with Katie. Don't miss this extraordinary story of redemption and unexpected healing. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3WvrU9f

*This episode contains references to abuse and violence. It may not be appropriate for kids.  John Jarman's childhood was so traumatic, that most of it has been blacked out of his memory. John tells how God used the military and a mentor to rescue him from the darkness. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4bRRYRA

Before Emily Hutchinson became known as the baker behind The Hutch Oven, she suffered the loss that a parent fears more than any other. Jenny, her beautiful baby girl died suddenly. She tells the story of how God pulled her husband and her out of the pit of despair, and showed them for them. Even for them. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3VZNjqO

Rob Roozeboom talks about how Muscular Dystrophy has affected his hopes and dreams, and how God uses us in our weaknesses and limitations. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3zkUD91

Chris Morris has battled depression and suicidal thoughts (and attempts) for most of his life. You may be surprised to know that these problems continued after he became a Christian. But Chris is redeemed, and he has dedicated his life to helping other people see that mental illness does not disqualify you from the love, mercy and grace of God. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Vw3i0W *NOTE: This is a h...

Randy Parker's life changed forever when his wife got sick. He went from professor to caregiver and loved her to the very end. Life without her was devastating. But God saw Randy, just as He sees you in your pain. Listen to how God has seen Randy through the most difficult of times. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4ak2UH5

Ever have something happen in your life that runs contrary to your hopes and dreams? We all have - or will. Nicole Unice talks about this and her insightful new book & Bible study, Not What I Signed Up For. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3UnKxuJ

Randy Phillips is part of the vocal group Phillips, Craig and Dean, and pastor at Life Family Church in Austin, Texas, as well as an insightful goofball. We hope this light-hearted episode lifts your spirit. Steve and Randy talk, and joke, about Randy's music career. Then Randy offers some powerful pastoral insight into the problem of suffering. And then it gets goofy again. Show Notes: https://bi...

The Bible talks about having joy in all circumstances. It turns out that's not only for a small group of super-Christians a long time ago. Followers of Jesus can experience joy even when life is falling apart. In this episode, Steve talks with author speaker Brant Hansen about his book God is Good, Life is Hard, Let's Dance. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4aAKQJv

Stephen McWhirter tells the miraculous story of how God took his anger, addiction, and brokenness, and gave him peace, a passionate love for God, and an urgent desire to tell everyone the Good News He is now a worship leader and Christian music artist, with the hit song Come Jesus Come. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4catJQ8

Mike Angstadt has always been an active guy, His idea of a good time is a workout known as The Murph: a 1 mile run, 100 pull ups, 200 push ups, 300 squats, and another 1 mile run. In a split second, his life changed. Now, with God’s help, Mike is on a long road to recovery. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/48HQecj

Ann Kirsten's journey to Jesus has been unique. Rather than an a-ha moment followed by problems vanishing, the trials in her life continued and were joined by new challenges. Through all of it, her love for Jesus has only gotten stronger. Ann is a blogger at AllMomDoes.com. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3IcksJo AllMomDoes Website

Jesse Bradley was like a lot of kids in that he dreamed of being a professional athlete, Unlike most other kids, he saw his dream come true! But then it was snatched away by a health crisis. It was a painful loss, but God was in it. Today Jesse is a pastor at Grace Community Church in Auburn. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3wgPjC0

Laura Story is a popular singer-songwriter, worship leader, and author. For more than 20 years her husband Martin has been battling the debilitating effects of a brain tumor. Laura and Martin are walking a difficult path. And it's by no means over. But through it, they have experienced God as their sustainer. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3HRcTIg

*NOTE: This is just a heads up that you might want to put ear buds in for this episode as there are topics discussed that are sensitive, and may be triggering for young kids. Mary DeMuth had unimaginable things happen to her as a child. The effects have been far-reaching. But God has given her the strength to boldly and candidly share her story. In doing so, she shines a light in the darkest of li...

What happens when your dream and God's plan for you don't line up? Kelly Minter is a popular writer and Bible teacher. But she had wanted, and worked very hard for a different dream. Kelly talks about the loss of a dream, and embracing what God had planned for her. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/429bPIS

Sometimes God steps onto the scene and pulls off a tangible, everybody sees it, miracle. Guest: Ibrahim Koroma Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3vLtrOJ

Infertility is heartbreaking for both men and women. Steve talks with Sheridan Voysey about the journey Sheridan and his wife Merryn went on with infertility. Sheridan has collected stories of people from all over the world who have wanted kids, and had to wait a long time, or haven't been able to have them at all. Show Notes:

Steve talks with Evan Westerfield who has written a book about what for many is one of the most perplexing books in the Bible: Job. Evan and Steve what we can learn from Job's difficult story. Plus, Steve shares how God pulled him out of the deepest pit he's been in since being diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. Evan is a pastor at The Grove Church in Marysville, WA. Show Notes:

In this episode you will hear more about Steve's journey with Parkinson's disease. He is also joined by podcast guest, Mike Weston. They talk about how Mike's son's life-threatening illness impacted him and how God led Mike, his wife Donna, and his son Ryan, through it all. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3tdDHOV