Wake Up the Lions!

In this special solo episode I talk about the importance of facing your own darkness, recognizing that God will never forsake you, and about letting him in.  I hope this helps someone... somewhere... to start down a new path, with God by their side. 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...

John Fela (M.Ed) is a national disability advocate, working with both faith based and secular disability organizations. He previously worked for Joni and Friends, a global disability ministry. Prior to that, he spent almost 20 years in education, serving in a variety of roles as a classroom teacher in both public and private school settings, as well as being a mentor teacher and school director. H...

Tanya Prince is a purpose coach, leadership consultant, entrepreneur, and public servant. With two decades of experience in Fortune 500 companies across finance, continuous improvement, and change management, Tanya has discovered her true calling: helping others thrive and grow both personally and professionally. As an author, she merges her love for the truth of God’s word with her passion for pe...

Dr. Justin R. Woods is a Christian voice calling out the unfruitful ways of America's recent generation of Christian leaders. Dr. Woods has written the next chapter in America's Christian faith and practice: a model of ministry dedicated to producing maturity in Christian leaders. This country's days of biblical illiteracy and clever gimmicks to fill the pews are over. The time of c...

James Early is a Bible teacher and helps people learn to think, pray, and love like Jesus. He gives talks and conducts workshops on the Bible to churches and groups, as well as online. Since 2008 his Bible study workshops at the Federal Correctional Institution in Danbury, CT have transformed hundreds of lives. In fall of 2019, James started The Bible Speaks to You Podcast, which has had listeners...

Teresa Blaes has been an entrepreneur and ministry leader for a combined 20 years along with her husband Michael. Her passion is content creation and helping others bring their God-given message to the mic, through their media production company Kadosh Media Productions.  In her words, "As a blind business owner, I am a 100x certified coach, as well as a life coach. I truly love helping peopl...

Anita Keagy is a passionate Christian speaker, author, and founder of JoyShop Ministries, whose life was forever changed when she became pregnant as a teenager — and chose life for her baby. Out of that season of surrender and God’s faithfulness, Anita developed a deep hunger for God’s Word and a calling to help others seek Him first. Today, Anita inspires audiences with her powerful testimony and...

Annette Chesney is a Christian coach, speaker, and seasoned recovery professional  who equips women healing from narcissistic abuse — especially those called to lead.  Her powerful work in healing the Narcissism epidemic has led her to create a unique tool called the "Narcissistic Relationship Spectrum," designed to  help you to "Learn to Spot the Narcissist Hiding Behind the Fairyt...

Author Douglas Ell, a former atheist, says “I’ve spent more than 30 years reconciling science and God, because I needed scientific evidence to believe in God.”  In our time, the pursuit of scientific and philosophical knowledge has largely been the domain of narrowly focused professionals and academics. Ell’s work represents a return to the more open-minded, broad thinking of the Renaissance and S...

Addison (Addie) Ott is an Author, Multidisciplinary Creative, and Entrepreneur—the founder of gentle and lowly co., host of the gentle and lowly co. Podcast, and currently writing her second book on prayer. With a background in graphic design and a heart for storytelling, Addie creates spaces where others can engage with faith, friendship, and purpose in meaningful, gospel-rooted ways. Whether thr...

Today’s guest is Josh Poteet — a lead pastor and the author of Parenting Against the Current, a practical guide to helping Christian parents disciple their kids with purpose. He’s passionate about equipping families to follow Jesus in a world that’s pulling them the other way. His website:  https://parentingagainstthecurrent.com/ The Lions of God have been silent for long enough.  They have been w...

Craig is a seasoned freelance video producer with over fifteen years of experience. In 2015, he co-founded Appian Media alongside his business partner, Stuart Peck, driven by a shared concern for the lack of engaging biblical media for young people. Their vision was to bridge the gap between the youth and Bible study through professionally produced, accurate, and free content. Appian Media has sin...

This is Desiree Taylor, a first-time author, speaker, and mentor. She is a wife and mother of two young adult men. Desiree is deaf with bilateral cochlear implants and is passionate about advocating for those with disabilities. She is here to discuss her new book, Created to Relate: Living Beyond Religion.  This is her inspiring story against huge odds.  Listen now.  Her website:  https://www.aren...

Kathleen Johnson, known by many as “Scripture Girl,” is an author, speaker, and Spirit-led teacher with a powerful testimony of divine healing and transformation. Through her books and teachings, Kathleen equips believers to renew their minds, walk in Kingdom authority, and live the abundant life Jesus promised. Her passion is to help people move from living by the flesh to living by the Spirit—an...

Cassian Bellino is the passionate host of Biblically Speaking, a podcast born from her personal journey of seeking clarity in Scripture. In addition to her podcast, "Biblically Speaking," Cassian has cultivated a growing community called "Biblically Heard," designed to bring curious Christians together for authentic discussions, learning opportunities, and mentorship. Through h...

Author of the book, "Warrior Mom Rising: A Mom’s Battle Plan to Advocate, Overcome, and Thrive," in her own words:  "Let’s be honest—most people don’t wake up thinking, “Today I’m going to become a Warrior Mom.” But life has a funny way of throwing you into the fire whether you’re ready or not. I’m Jenn Robb—nurse practitioner, coach, author, wife, mom, and unofficial zookeeper (tha...

Brandon is a former Marine with an unbreakable mindset, who has battled through life’s toughest challenges—including a near-fatal accident that earned him the nickname “a real-life Wolverine.” His lifelong commitment to strength training didn’t just rebuild his body—it fortified his mind and spirit. That strength allowed him to show grace to the intoxicated young man who hit him, offering a second...

Yvette Walker, the creator and host of the Positively Joy podcast and the Positively Joy Christian website, is our guest today on Wake Up the Lions!  In her own words, "In this new season, we’re going to get real. We’ll talk about the deep pain, the loss, but also the healing and liberation found in Christ. After 13 years of marriage to a man with bipolar depression, I was left broken, questi...

Michael Klassen is a veteran broadcast producer with extensive experience in news, sports, and film and podcast projects. Michael now serves as the host and co-producer behind the highly successful 5AM Podcast. 5AM Podcast is cultivating a dedicated world wide audience, helping many transform their mornings and maximize productivity through strategic living and intentional morning routines. Beyond...

In this Sunday Select episode we revisit John 12:44-50, and Genesis 49:8-10.  It's not our job to judge and condemn, but it IS our job to stand up and protect.  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 podcast where everyday Christians come to share their testimony, in...

Meme Mulugeta is the founder of The 1 and Only Publishing, a hybrid publishing company on a mission to help aspiring authors bring meaningful, message-driven books to life. With nearly 20 years of experience in business and a passion for purpose-led storytelling, Meme guides writers through the editing, design, and publishing process—whether they’re sharing personal journeys, professional insights...

Sean McManus is a Men’s Strength Coach and Founder of McManus Strength and Nutrition—a movement dedicated to helping Christian men reclaim their strength, purpose, and leadership through faith, fitness, and discipline.  After years chasing success in the corporate world, Sean hit a wall of burnout, disconnection, and quiet dissatisfaction. It was a crisis of identity—and a divine wake-up call. Cho...

After a profound personal experience, Bob Sweetman set out to investigate why Christianity in the West is in decline. The results of this investigation revealed a disconnect between the muddled message of modern Christianity and those who are still spiritual, but cannot identify with any of the Christian denominations. The antidote to this disconnect, Bob determined, is the simple message of perso...

Stuart Kellogg is a seminary trained former TV executive who has just launched a new ministry project  aimed at preparing students to better understand and defend the pro-life position.  "Students in Action: Building Pro-Life Leaders" is a five part teaching program that also incorporates hands-on projects aimed at high school and college aged youth.  Get involved.  Listen now! Website: ...

Our guests today are identical twins, best friends and business partners.  Welcome to TWIN POWER! Cherie, a Christian business owner with 13 years in mortgages and thousands of VA loans closed. As a CrossFit and personal development enthusiast, I empower listeners to build both financial stability and personal growth. Nicole, a single mom, Christian, and top realtor with 10 years of experience. As...