Wake Up the Lions!

Phill and his wife Stephani are the founding pastors of Ransom Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Phill is passionate about his faith, his family and his ministry. He’s been a pastor in the Wesley denomination and a devoted husband to his wife since 2001. Phill serves on the boards of the Wesleyan denomination, the Northwest District of The Wesleyan Church, Oklahoma Wesleyan University and the A...

J. Harrington is a dynamic author who brings a unique blend of military spouse experience, academic insight, and spiritual passion to her writing. With a background in anthropology and project management, Harrington serves as the Digital Content Manager for Holy Culture Radio while serving in church ministries. Her work reflects a deep commitment to faith and a knack for applying biblical truths t...

"My name is TS Wright, and I am the voice of the Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast and author/TV host of the God Centered Concept. For the past 33 years I have been involved in Christian ministry.  Also being ordained in Christian ministry and being both a biblical and historical scholar I have focused on Discipleship, Biblical truth, prophecy & historical theology.  I have also authored 4 book...

Miracle Sims is a wife, mother, and faith-driven entrepreneur dedicated to encouraging and inspiring others. With over a decade of creative experience, she now focuses on guiding Christians to resist temptations and cultivate Christ-centered love.  As an Author, the host of the GSL Talk Show, and a Christian Accountability/Cultivation Coach, Miracle helps individuals discover their purpose, grow i...

Rev. Dr. B. Keith Haney is a seasoned pastor, author, and advocate for unity and transformation within the church. With over 30 years of ministry experience, he currently serves as Assistant to the President for Missions, Human Care, and Stewardship in the Iowa District West of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. He’s the host of the acclaimed podcast Becoming Bridge Builders, where he engages wit...

Coach Jon McLernon helps people break free from addiction, emotional eating, self-sabotage, and burnout—blending neuroscience, psychology, metabolic health as a part of his NeuroQuit(TM) Method.  A survivor of near-fatal trauma, financial ruin, and food addiction, Jon rebuilt himself—becoming debt-free, losing 100 lbs, and overcoming crippling anxiety without fad diets or sheer willpower.  Now, he...

“Today’s guest is a true multi-hyphenate—an author, filmmaker, real estate developer, and designer who pours heart and vision into everything they touch. They wrote the acclaimed book 21 Day Business Blueprint Spiritual Roadmap, brought stories to life on screen with films like Waiting and 9Volt, and built a reputation for transforming spaces through real estate development, remodeling, and interi...

Nick Furloni is a 13 year Army combat veteran with two combat tours to Iraq. He is a Christian ministry leader with a focus to see men grow an authentic faith, and he is a certified Life Coach helping men accomplish the God given visions for their life.  Most importantly, he is a disciple of Christ Jesus, a husband and father of 3 kids. LIsten now. https://www.valorvisioncoaching.com/ valorvisionc...

Dan is a follower of Jesus, married to his best friend Joy, and father to Landon & Declan. He’s the Lead Pastor of Grace Christian Fellowship in Cortland, NY and the Founder/President of Northeast Collaborative, a regional church network. He also planted Restored Church in Wilkes-Barre, PA with a great team along with the Northeast Leadership Summit conference and "Dents in the Darkness&q...

What do you do when your world falls apart... again.  What do you do when the woman you love becomes incapable of caring for herself, or the baby you were both expecting, which has now arrived?  Jo'Mel looked into this abyss more than once.  He found the reason to go on, wrapped in a blanket, lying in his arms.  He rose up, found God, tapped into a strength he didn't know he had and took...

Imagine that your parents are divorced, you are with your father for Halloween. Your Muslim father tells your Christian mother that he wants to keep you for an extra day so you can go Trick-Or-Treating with your step-siblings.  The next day you are on a plane, landing in Jordan, and you realize that you have been kidnapped. This really happened to Lauren.  Her mother's brave fight to save her...

As a retired business analyst and a believer in Jesus for over 60 years, Brad loves to share his faith, teaching and encouraging followers of Jesus to build a practical, shoe-leather faith. In his book, The Stranger’s Conflict, Brad explores the Scriptural teachings regarding our struggle with the sin nature and the leading of the Holy Spirit to live godly lives. Brad presents a profound understan...

Pat Domangue is a women's minister and a women's bible study author. She has an advanced certification in women's ministry and a Master's degree in biblical studies. She has devoted her life to seeing women grow and be transformed through the power of God's word. In her own words: "My journey with Jesus did not begin until age thirty when Jesus saved me from a dark pa...

Author, poet, and podcast storyteller Branch Isole writes and speaks about choice and consequence, accepting or avoiding personal responsibility, and the power of truth. Known worldwide his contemporary short stories reveal issues and emotions often experienced, but not always voiced.  With careers in teaching, corporate sales/marketing, and founder/partner of five small businesses, Branch is auth...

Heather M. Day is an author and ministry leader with more than 20 years of experience in the fields of marketing, communications, and nonprofit ministry. She is the Director of Marketing for Barnabas Foundation, where she provides marketing consultation and support for more than 200 Christian ministries. She is the author of Money and Spirit: Surrendering Our Finances to the Work of the Holy Spiri...

Founder of the Soul Podcasting Collective, Demetria Zinga, is our guest today. Demetria has made it her mission to help women of faith grow and flourish.  Her story is amazing and her journey is inspiring.  This is her story. Listen now.  The Lions of God have been silent for long enough.  They have been waiting for the trumpet to sound.  Their wait is over.  Their time is now!  This is the podcas...

Ryan is a professional speaker, mindset trainer, executive coach, author, and podcaster based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. A born-again believer in Jesus and a servant leader at heart, Ryan brings more than four decades of life experience to his work, moving seamlessly from small-town America to global metropolitan markets. He served 23 years in the U.S. Army, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel after...

Our guest today, author Stephanie Jordan, in her own words:  "I am an author, teacher, speaker, publisher and mother of five awesome kiddos! I have been married, divorced, widowed and remarried. I am an avid Jesus follower. I love people and adventures. I ride my own motorcycle and create art. I am the author of The Narcissistic Bride of Christ, Believing in Boundaries, The Death Tsunami, and...

Jake Doberenz is a writer, speaker, and podcast producer focused on keeping the spotlight on Jesus. He hosts Christianity Without Compromise, a podcast that calls Christians back to authentic, Christ-centered faith. Jake writes both Christian non-fiction and fiction. He holds degrees in Biblical Studies and Theological Studies and produces podcasts for mission-driven organizations. His website: ht...

Author of the book, "A Different World; God's Sovereignty In The Face Of Suffering," David Libby joins us today.  David's journey has been a long and hard road.  His family has suffered, his faith has been tested in the fire, and yet he had emerged stronger than ever with hope for the future. This is a story of a man, a family, and their faith.  Listen now.  The Lions of God ha...

Jesus has redefined what she used to say yes to: Kristen Wambach an Oregon farm girl who stumbled upon the mystical nature of Christ. Author, Podcaster, Entrepreneur, and Ordained Pastor, helping you Live Spiritually BRAVE. Her website:  https://www.kristenwambach.com/ Her podcast:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/3bPYtK4ipWSZ3WQZMIYCwh?si=RamErFuvR1SeHBsGVULAWA The Lions of God have been silent...

Dr. Jake Thurston is the lead pastor and church planter of Resilient Church, a growing ministry that serves a large number of students and young adults in the college town of Vermillion, South Dakota. Jake is the author of the book "You Need Friends: Reclaim Your God-Given Design for Community and Remedy Your Loneliness for Good."  Jake is also an adjunct professor of Bible, Theology, an...

Cecil Taylor operates a ministry to teach Christians how to live a seven-day practical faith, applying scripture and faith to life situations. Cecil is an award-winning author, podcaster, and speaker who also writes for Chicken Soup for the Soul and Guideposts.  About his link:  "The Cecil Taylor Ministries home page is the central point to reach everything I do: free content (podcasts, blogs...

Pastor • Podcast Host • Mindfulness Coach • AI Visionary...NaRon Tillman is a multifaceted leader whose mission is to inspire and transform lives through a powerful fusion of spirituality, mindfulness, and media. As Pastor of One Ministries in NYC and Director of Urban Yogis, NaRon brings a fresh, reformed tone to the gospel while expanding mindfulness and yoga access to underserved communities. ...

"Jonnie T" joins Wake Up the Lions today!  He is incredibly passionate about Jesus. He is a speaker, trainer, and, budding author. In addition, he is the Host and Producer of Refuge Freedom Stories podcast, Co-Host of The Exchanged Life Podcast, and, author of From Glory to Glory on Substack.  Join us for an amazing talk about faith, life, and the craziness in between.  Listen now. https...