The Story with Jimmy Colefax

Eliezer [Ellie-EE-zer] Gonzalez joins us once again to share more of how he fell into the trap of legalistic thinking?.and believing that the Christian life was just a series of do’s and don’ts. This is ironic because he NOW leads a ministry that emphasizes sharing the Good News of God’s Grace throughout the world. We’ll find out how this transformation came about in [Ellie...

Eliezer [Ellie-EE-zer] Gonzalez was born in Switzerland in 1965, of Spanish parents who eventually moved to Australia. Unfortunately, they began to attend a legalistic church??.and [Ellie-EE-zer] says his life became a series of do’s and don’ts. We’ll hear how God’s grace eventually sets [Ellie-EE-zer] free. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through...

Tony and Narelle Davenport have lived quite an adventurous life, traveling from Australia to England.and then to Hong Kong. But it wasn’t until Tony began to feel the strain from some risky financial investments that God got his attention in a very unique way. We’ll hear more of Tony and Narelle’s story. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast...

From New Zealand to England...and then Hong Kong. From international news reporter to news producer on the Gold Coast: Tony and Narelle Davenport have lived quite an adventurous life. However, it wasn’t until Tony made some risky investments that went wrong.....that he began to feel the strain......and God got his attention in a unique way. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Au...

Barbara Varney’s husband was struggling with alcoholism and then turned to serious crime. In the midst of this desperate situation, Barbara called out to God for guidance. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonathan Aitken is a former member of British Parliament and was once a rising star in British politics in the 1990’s. However, he was caught up in a scandal and suddenly his career came crashing down. Fortunately, he became a Christian while in prison and will share his remarkable story Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: htt...

Brian and Maureen were drug addicts for over 20 years when they decided they were sick and tired of being sick and tired and wanted to do something about it. But going to drug rehab had been unsuccessful in the past. What would be different this time? We’ll find out the amazing way God radically changes their lives Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast,...

Emily Ward’s life is a story of Gracious Survival. Despite repeated bouts of tuberculosis in her young adult years, she survived and was able to fulfill her dream of becoming a nurse....and later...she became a missionary while she was in her forties. Emily’s book is called, 'Gracious Survival: The Lord’s Nurse: Glasgow, Sydney and Tekin [tech-in]'. Your support sends the gospel...

Emily Ward’s life is a story of Gracious Survival. She grew up in a poor family in Glasgow....and was evacuated during the Second World War to rural Scotland. Despite repeated bouts of tuberculosis in her young adult years, she survived and was able to fulfill her dream of becoming a nurse, and later a missionary. Emily will share her extraordinary story of overcoming. Your support sends the...

Warren Priddis is a single father of three teens. Through unforeseen circumstances, God came into his broken life and became real to him? as he discovered the peace he longed for his whole life. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Gunter is a truck driver from Brisbane and Mina [min-AH] is a Southern Belle from South Carolina. How did they meet and marry?..And what are they passionate about going forward? We’ll hear their unique romantic story. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Tennis great, Michael Chang, won the 1989 French Open when he was only 17 years old and had a successful career despite being shorter than virtually all of his opponents. He’ll share the role his faith has played in his life?.in helping him overcome adversity Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate...

When Tim Lovell was a pastor, his job description read like any other pastor. But it also included a few things out of the ordinary, like lifeguarding, teaching swimming lessons and pastoring rock musicians. This was because over the years Tim had developed a unique approach to ministry, largely inspired by his father. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, o...

Shayne Cunningham was working as a bricklayer when another guy kept telling him that Jesus loved him. This made Shayne so angry he couldn’t take it anymore and picked up a trowel intent on killing the Christian co-worker. But instead, something miraculous happened! Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/...

Eve Johnston is the author of the book, 'A LOVE LETTER TO MY CHILDREN', about her traumatic life journey through abuse, teenage pregnancy and domestic violence. However, her subtitle says, 'No matter how difficult the circumstances, there is always hope for a brighter future.' We’ll find out about that hope as Eve shares more of her story. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Aus...

Eve Johnston grew up on a farm in New South Wales?. in a loving family?.with parents who wanted the best for her. But sadly, her life took an unexpected downward turn after she was abused by a family friend.....which left her reeling. Despite many years of heartache and pain?.and surviving one traumatic experience after another, the Lord eventually rescued her and she has now found true freedom. Y...

David Puckett grew up in a musical, Christian family and always enjoyed playing the drums. However, his faith life gradually became more and more complacent over time. It was while he was on the road with a band that he had an encounter with God that dramatically changed his life. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.visi...

Darren Lewis is the founder of Fathering Adventures, an organization dedicated to turning the hearts of fathers to their children and the hearts of children to their fathers. Darren has dedicated to being the best father he can be. We’ll hear his story and the story of Fathering Adventures Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: h...

You may have seen the video that went viral on YouTube called 'The Best First Date.' It features a father getting ready to go on a date with his 3 year old daughter! It has had millions of views and we’ll find out the story behind that video and the story behind the real life Dad and Daughter. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print medi...

Sheridan Gardiner has hosted a health care program heard on international shortwave radio for several years. The irony is that she initially had a fear of microphones and knew nothing about making a radio program. But?she knew God wanted her to do it. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnystudi...

Graeme Dawson knows all too well how hard it can be getting men to open up and talk about personal issues. He’s found that by sharing some of the challenges he’s faced in his own life, he’s able to lead a more effective men’s ministry. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See o...

Russ Wright’s job sees him changing the lives of young people around the world. He’s the founder of an organization called VITAL ProJeX [Projects] which seeks to draw out the ’Leadership Potential’ of disadvantaged young people. We’ll hear his story? and the stories of the kids whose lives he’s impacted Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia...

Retired missionary and pastor, Fred Evans, joins us once again to share his reflections on his eventful life journey. After serving overseas for several years with his wife in PNG, they eventually returned to serve in Australia. He’ll share about the time he was surprised to find himself suffering from depression?.even after serving in ministry for many years. Your support sends the gospel t...

Retired missionary and pastor, Fred Evans, will join us once again to reflect on his overseas adventures and ministry challenges. He’ll share the unexpected way God helped him find a wife after suffering from loneliness on the mission field. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.co...

Fred Evans has had quite an eventful life. He grew up as a missionary kid in India?..and then as a pastor’s kid here in Australia?.before eventually serving as a missionary in PNG. He’ll reflect on his overseas adventures and challenges in his life. Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://www.vision.org.au/donate See...