StoryTellers Live

After the stillbirth delivery of her son Carson at 22 weeks, Sydney, from our community group in Katy, Texas, shares her story of grief and loss and reminds us of God's goodness and peace in the midst.   Sponsor :  Neverthirst: NeverThirstwater.org Bringing clean and living water to unreached communities

Today's story highlights a message shared in our upcoming Bible Study Series entitled " Discover Your Story - Connecting with God through Messages of Hope. "  Katie, who serves on our leadership team and authored the study, shares how she's learned to surrender control and trust God more with His plan for her children's lives.   (Originally aired on 3/27/19)   ***Sponsor: Village Dermatology Villa...

Alzheimer's disease affects more than just the mind of the patient, it is a disease that leaves the caregiver weary and exhausted as well. ​  Renee, from our community group in Birmingham, shares her journey of walking alongside her husband who was diagnosed with early on-set Alzheimer's at the age of 50.  Renee tells us the early signs her husband showed, the subsequent diagnosis, and how she pro...

A little over two years ago, Dana shared her story of the challenges of living with her husband who had chronic pain. Today, she shares all that has happened since then - and it is amazing!  This transformation story will give you hope as you hear about the healing that has taken place, not only in her husband's health, but in her marriage as well.

Thirty-six year old Jenna, from our Statesboro, Georgia community group , shares lightheartedly all God has taught her about herself and Him through her years of being single.  Whether you are single or married, her story will give you encouragement in trusting God's timing in your life and a sweet reminder of the importance of surrendering your life to God.  

Are you a peacemaker? Do you want to make sure everyone around you is happy, sometimes sacrificing your own needs and voice as a result? Katie, who serves on our StoryTellers Live team in Memphis, TN, tells us her story of losing her voice and becoming, in her words, "a victim of her own making" until God brought her to a place of freedom in community and confidence in Christ.

Suzanne, from our Vestavia, AL community group takes us into her life journey with God. She teaches us about the unconditional love of our Father, waiting for His perfect timing, and the importance of being honest and transparent with God. Suzanne also vulnerably shares the path she walked when her mother passed away - a beautiful story to hear as we come upon Mother's Day. (Recorded from our Face...

Through the adoption of her two children from Ethiopia, Angie, from Katy, Texas, shares how God taught her complete dependence on Him. She reminds us that while God can use our gifts and our service for Him, what He really wants from us is an intimate relationship and understanding that Christ alone is our righteousness.

Tobi, from Statesboro, Georgia, takes us into her story as she tells us about the day her life changed forever - the day her husband was in an accident and became a quadriplegic. Tobi shares her struggles, all God has taught her, and she graciously tells us how to better help care for someone who has walked through a tragedy.

After a near death experience, Kellie, from our community group in Memphis, shares how God helped her break the bondage of addiction she lived in for years. As she tells us in her story, "everybody falls down, it's how you get up that means everything," Kellie's story is a source of encouragement and hope to anyone who is struggling with addiction or knows someone who is.

Amy, from our community group in Auburn, Alabama, shares her story of fighting alongside her husband as he battled through the diagnosis of ALS and how she is surviving. Throughout it all, Amy reminds us that God is trustworthy, He is faithful, and that our joy is found in Jesus not our circumstances.

Natalie, Kyrah, and Josh share their experiences with social media and what they wish their parents would have done or now appreciate what their parents did in regards their interaction with social media. For all you parents out there with preteens and teenagers, you might want to take some notes!  This episode is sponsored by Village Dermatology  - visit villagedermatology.net

Addie speaks openly and honestly as she shares her story that began her junior year in high school when she found herself unexpectedly pregnant. She openly expresses her struggle with shame, the disappointment she felt in herself, and how the odds were stacked against her. But today, she now sees God's amazing grace and tender mercies throughout her story. (Recorded in Auburn, Alabama)

Losing a child is one of the most painful experiences a parent can endure, and for most of us it is an unimaginable experience. Today, our Storyteller, Jill, from our community group in Jackson, Mississippi, shares her heart, and so much more, as she tells us her story of walking through pediatric cancer with her son, Campbell. Jill's story is one of immense loss, but throughout it, she points us...

Anxiety can manifest itself in many ways - for our Storyteller, Martha, it came in the form of constantly searching for acceptance and identity in the things of this world. Martha shares how her anxiety led her to discovering the power of God's word and listening to His truth rather than the whispers of the world. (Recorded in Vestavia, Alabama). This episode is sponsored by Boulo Solutions. Visit...

When things in our lives (and our children's lives) don't come easy, our flesh has a tendency to scream, "this isn't fair!" Today's storyteller, Christine, from Katy, Texas, shares how the diagnosis of her daughter's dyslexia put her on a mission of finding other avenues where her daughter's confidence could be built up. Through pep squad tryouts to dance tryouts, Christine shares the struggles sh...

Have you ever asked God why? Like...Why won't you answer my prayer? Why are you allowing this to happen to me? Why would you allow me to struggle when I'm doing everything you have asked me to do? Well, those are all questions our StoryTeller, Christy, asked God. Her story includes the hard road of an unplanned pregnancy, the struggles of being a single mom, the difficulties a marriage can bring,...

On the surface, Samantha thought having a child with Down Syndrome was going to be devastating, but God, in His all-sufficient manner, had other plans! Samantha shares how she questioned God for giving her this path and how those questions brought her from darkness into the light. Prepare to laugh as Samantha is transparent, humorous, and straight-forward in her struggles. And, in the end, you'll...

Let's face it, marriage can be hard, especially when life hits you with an unexpected, tragic event. Paige, from our community group in Auburn, Alabama, expresses how she and her husband got through the battle of a lifetime after her husband lost both of his legs serving our country, only to find themselves back in the trenches to save their marriage. Paige is raw as she shares about her insecurit...

Recorded at our community group in Katy, Texas, Lori's story is one of devastating circumstances mixed with the presence and power of God. Lori speaks openly and honestly about her walk with the Lord as she journeyed through her husband's cancer diagnosis and subsequent passing. This story is filled with joy as Lori leads us to look at life through the lens of eternity.

"Hiding in Plain Sight" Casey vulnerably shares about her struggle with chronic pain, her competitive spirit, and her consistent "shushing" of Jesus in her life. Her story is a beautiful reminder of the pursuing love of Jesus and how sometimes He uses the most unexpected circumstances and people to speak His truth to us. This episode is sponsored by Boulo Solutions. Visit boulosolutions.com .

Kelley, the StoryTellers Live Podcast host, briefly shares how God has shaped her dreams and calling over the last few years. As she's learned to trust God and His timing, it's involved a balance of patiently waiting and faithfully acting. Sometimes following God means holding back, while other times it calls for stepping forward in faith. And on occasion, it requires heading in a new direction. T...

For years, Ivy wrestled with resentment toward her father for abandoning her family. The pivotal point in their relationship came when she discovered the depths of God's grace for her which in turn helped her extend grace to her dad. Once she made that choice, Ivy discovered the incredible healing and freedom that forgiveness brings. (Shared at gathering in Vestavia, Alabama)

Courtney talks honestly about the many masks she's worn over the years to cover up fear, shame, loss, and pain. As she has begun replacing the masks of falseness with truth and reality, God has used her vulnerability to display His faithfulness and reveal His presence. (Recorded in Katy, TX)

Like many of us, Emily has struggled to bridge together life on this earth and an eternal perspective. But that shifted when her son was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a serious genetic disorder. The grief and anxiety Emily felt actually made her physically sick, leading to her own diagnosis of ulcerative colitis. Emily is very honest about her day-to-day challenges, but she celebrate...