The FOUND Podcast with Lorie Hartshorn

Can God redeem even the most broken past? Kristin Nicholls—country music artist, worship leader, and former TV host—shares his raw, redemptive journey from pain to purpose in this powerful episode of The FOUND Podcast with Lorie Hartshorn. Kristin opens up about overcoming: Childhood trauma and sexual abuse Addiction and alcoholism Divorce and a painful custody battle Through surrendering to Chris...

Do you ever feel like your past defines you—or that you’re not good enough for God’s love? Romans 8:1-2 gives us a powerful truth: “There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” In this FOUND in Focus devotional, Lorie Hartshorn reflects on this life-giving scripture through the lens of Nicole Langman’s journey—from heartbreak and rejection to healing and restoration. Nicole’s s...

Have you ever felt unwanted, betrayed, or broken by life’s rejection? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of The FOUND Podcast, author, therapist, and speaker Nicole Langman shares her journey from heartbreak to healing after a devastating divorce, single motherhood, and years of hidden pain. Nicole opens up about how rejection shaped her early life, how God pursued her in the darkest momen...

Are you investing in someone’s spiritual journey? Or do you need a mentor to guide you? In this FOUND in Focus teaching, Lorie Hartshorn unpacks the power of Christian mentorship through the lens of 1 Timothy 4:12—a call to lead by example in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity. Drawing from her inspiring conversation with Jacob Walda, founder of Timothy Generation Ministries, Lorie explores...

Jacob Walda, founder of Timothy Generation Ministries, joins us to share his powerful journey from a church upbringing to a radical encounter with the Holy Spirit. He opens up about his transformative season of fasting in 2021, his calling to ignite revival across Canada, and the mentorship that shaped his purpose—culminating in receiving the mantle of revival from evangelist Bill Prankard. We dis...

Are you lacking in joy? Life has a way of robbing us of joy, for sure. This week we spoke with author, speaker and former NFL sportscaster, Rachel Joy Baribeau. Yes, her middle name is Joy - but more importantly, she shared how life robbed her of joy, leading to nine years of drug addiction. Sportscaster by day, drug addict by night, the Lord was with her and restored her and her joy. In Nehemiah...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Rachel Joy Baribeau, a trailblazer and the founder of the #ImChangingTheNarrative movement. Rachel, an award-winning storyteller, author, and former national sportscaster, shares her journey of overcoming hardship and believing lies about her identity which led her to years of drug addiction. She had a miraculous encounter with Jesus while getting real ab...

Are you worried about all the pressures and cares of this life? Jesus invitation is simply this, Come To Me. He says in Matthew 11:28-30 that we are to bring all our worries, fears and all the things that weight us down to Him. He is able to carry them for us. Take your burdens to Jesus today as Suzie Eller reminds us in her inspiring and heartwarming interview on The FOUND Podcast Episode 16. Con...

https://www.facebook.com/SuzanneEller Bestselling author, podcaster, and Bible teacher Suzie Eller joins us to share her powerful story of transformation. From a chaotic upbringing and resistance to God to encountering His love at 17, Suzie’s journey has been marked by faith, resilience, and deep trust in Jesus. She opens up about her multiple battles with cancer and how those difficult seasons be...

This week on the podcast, Nicole Salmon shares her journey of finding her voice and the confidence to step into God’s calling on her life. Growing up, she was told to be seen and not heard. A teenage pregnancy and the loss of her mother to cancer left her hardened and self-reliant. But everything changed through a simple hug and a powerful word that unlocked her purpose — to speak boldly for God....

What defines your identity? For Nicole Salmon, discovering hers meant unpacking a childhood marked by loss, feelings of abandonment, and a deep reliance on survival instincts. A minister, coach, and author of *Courage and Confidence*, Nicole shares her powerful story of transformation—from a “tough exterior” rooted in self-reliance to embracing the healing and belonging found in God. In this episo...

This week on The FOUND Podcast, Mike Gordon shares his powerful story of overcoming life's challenges. Kicked out of his home at 14, losing his father, and battling hopelessness, Mike found Christ in the midst of his pain. As an international speaker, he continues to share his journey, refusing to quit even in the face of suffering. Though he may never fully understand why these hardships occurred...

Why do bad things happen? It’s a question Mike Gordon has wrestled with through life’s challenges — from being kicked out of his home at 14, to losing his job and relationship on the same day, to a near-death experience in 2019. As one of North America’s most booked Christian speakers, Mike has shared his unique blend of theology and humor with thousands, but his greatest message is one of hope in...

This week on the podcast I interview Mark Clark, pastor and author. His newest book, The Problem of Life - How to find Identity, Purpose and Joy in a Disenchanted World. Mark shares how theirs a lot of emphasis on finding ourselves today. He tells us that if you're searching for yourself that you need also to search for God. They can't be separated because God is the source of your life. Genesis 1...

Who are you, really? What is your purpose in life? In a world filled with pain and confusion, how do we find true joy? In this powerful episode, pastor and author Mark Clark joins us to discuss his new book, The Problem of Life: How to Find Identity, Purpose, and Joy in a Disenchanted World. Mark shares his own journey—from a childhood shaped by trauma and Tourette’s to a life transformed by Jesus...

This week on the podcast, Robin Djokoto shares a powerful lesson: choosing gratitude over grumbling. When faced with emergency brain tumor surgery, Robin's perspective on life was forever changed. She learned to cherish each day and find joy in the little miracles of the mundane. Her story reminds us that when we lack gratitude, we risk missing all that God is doing in the here and now. So, ask yo...

Robin Djokoto’s story is a powerful testimony of transformation, identity, and purpose found in Christ. Once a skeptic who rejected Christianity, Robin’s life changed forever after a life-altering encounter with the Holy Spirit in Ghana. Now a pastor, she shares the lessons she’s learned—including how she faced her greatest challenge: a brain tumor that threatened her ability to walk and talk. In...

Brody’s story is one of incredible transformation. Once lost in addiction, shame, and a life far from God, he was rescued and forever changed by the tangible love of God. In this episode, discover how you, too, can experience God’s love and find hope in the midst of darkness. Join me as I unpack the truth of 2 Corinthians 4:6 and explore the life-changing power of God’s light. Don’t miss Brody’s i...

Brody Haight’s story is a powerful testimony of transformation and redemption. Once a troubled kid trying to prove himself through drugs, alcohol, crime, and bodybuilding, Brody’s life was defined by chaos and a desperate search for belonging. In and out of jail, he eventually hit rock bottom and found healing and freedom in Christ. A mission trip became a turning point where he experienced the ta...

God transforms us from the inside out, and Romans 12:2 reminds us that it starts with the renewing of our minds. In this short devotional, we’ll explore how embracing the truth of our God-given identity allows us to walk in freedom and fullness. Building on my conversation with Dr. Merry C. Lin and her book Re-becoming, let’s discover how we can align our thoughts with God’s truth and step into wh...

In this transformative conversation, Dr. Merry C. Lin shares insights from her life and her book, Rebecoming: Come Out of Hiding to Live as Your God-Given Essential Self. With vulnerability and wisdom, Dr. Merry explores the journey of uncovering our true identity in God — not by adding layers but by shedding the false beliefs we’ve embraced to feel loved or accepted. Discover how to unbecome the...

Deidre’s journey from fear and abandonment to confidence and assurance is a powerful reminder of the transformation we experience as children of God. Once burdened by shame and condemnation, she now lives in the freedom of being fully loved by her Heavenly Father. Romans 8, one of my favorite chapters, beautifully declares that we are no longer bound by fear or shame but are God’s dearly loved chi...

Deidre Haight’s journey is one of incredible resilience and transformation. Raised by a mother in the sex industry, Deidre experienced emotional abandonment, fear, and a deep struggle to find her worth. Through the love of her grandparents and a local church, she discovered the hope of Jesus and held onto it with childlike faith. Despite facing abuse, divorce, and ongoing challenges, Deidre kept h...

Adam Shepski's story is one of being lost and desperate to point of ending his life - and then he encountered Jesus. He was truly transformed as 2 Corinthians 5:17 describes - that when we come into a relationship with Christ, we become brand new people - from the inside out! Check out The FOUND Podcast. Episode 8, to hear Adam's incredible story. Connect with Lorie: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.loriehartshorn.com/...

From addiction and despair to miraculous freedom, Adam Shepski shares his powerful story of coming to the end of himself and encountering the transformative love of Christ. Despite struggling with drugs, suicidal thoughts, and a broken relationship with his father, Adam wasn’t looking for God — but God found him. A friend’s bold questions and the good news of Jesus changed everything. Adam was mir...