Wow Factor

Join the podcast hosts as they welcome special guest Pastor Terry Barnwell, who has dedicated over 45 years to his spiritual calling. Terry, alongside his close friend Jerry, shares stories of their unforgettable trips to the Holy Land. These journeys serve as spiritually enriching experiences that bring biblical stories to life. Through humor and camaraderie, the episode provides an engaging narr...

This Wild Ordained Wonders podcast features Jeff Heatherton, a retired Colonel, who discusses the transformative power of the Alpha Course. Jeff shares how the 12-week journey not only enriched his faith but also led to miraculous personal breakthroughs, like overcoming a long-standing addiction. Alpha invites individuals of various beliefs to explore faith, fostering lasting friendships and profo...

The podcast episode emphasizes the stark reality of spiritual warfare and the challenges in conveying its existence to modern congregations. Jody Flowers, a seasoned pastor, recounts a vivid experience that highlighted the unseen battle between good and evil. Through narratives of personal spiritual attacks and overcoming fear, the episode stresses the importance of prayer, belief, and understandi...

Bekah Kunstman is back for part 2. In this episode, listeners are taken on a profound journey of spiritual healing and forgiveness through Bekah story. Growing up in a religious yet conflicted environment, Bekah lost trust in both people and God. As her life unfolded with personal challenges, she sought genuine connection and understanding with the divine. Through prayer and self-reflection, she d...

In this candid podcast episode, the hosts engage in a profound dialogue with Becca Kunstman, discussing the vital need for spiritual healing and authentic faith amongst today's youth. They delve into the generational challenges faced by both older and younger followers, emphasizing the difference between mere religious appearances and true Christian integrity. Becca recounts her journey from relig...

In this podcast episode, hosts Dean and Jerry are joined by Don Wirt, a former University of South Carolina football player, to discuss his remarkable journey to faith. Despite initially being resistant, Don's life changed dramatically after attending the 2020 Passion Conference in Atlanta. Encouraged by his teammate Jay Urich, Don experienced a divine moment at the conference where the stadium's...

The episode delves into the experiences of Paul Leonard, who, at 19, initiated a movement focused on faith healing and the manifestations of the Holy Spirit. Through a church setting, he and his group began to pray for the sick, witnessing miraculous recoveries. However, their actions stirred controversy and resistance from the traditional church leadership, which was uncomfortable with the questi...

In this episode of 'Wild Ordained Wonders,' hosts Jerry and Dean, along with Paul Leonard, dive into the spiritual gifts outlined in 1 Corinthians 12, focusing on prophecy, word of knowledge, and word of wisdom. They discuss how these gifts connect with believers, revealing how a simple coffee cup message can touch a person's heart. The conversation underscores the power of love in sharing prophet...

The podcast hosts bring Paul Leonard to discuss the incredible 'God stories' that affirm divine presence in modern times. Paul's life narrative unfolds, from his Christian upbringing to the moment he audibly heard God's command in college, which redirected his life focus from selfish pursuits to serving God's purpose. His testimony illustrates the enduring impact of early faith communities and acc...

The podcast episode features Dean and Jerry discussing an unexpected journey of faith and perseverance. They reflect on their experience using prayer as a tool for manifesting beliefs into reality, inspired by the book 'The Circle Maker.' Jerry shares a personal story about being tasked with a unique and demanding construction project, which initially was overwhelming. Through the practice of inte...

In this episode, the hosts discuss an exciting faith-driven adventure centered on 'treasure hunts' — spiritual quests to connect with people in public places based on divine guidance. The guest, Spencer, shares captivating stories from his journey to Colorado, where he and friends used these treasure hunts to listen to God's voice and witness transformative encounters. Through these experiences, t...

Spencer Sox’s story is a testament to the power of faith, transformation, and divine guidance. At age 15, a routine youth camp became the setting for a profound spiritual awakening. Lost in time, deep in conversation with the Divine Father, Spencer found himself forever changed. The weight of the gospel message and a cinematic depiction of Jesus’ crucifixion moved him in ways he never expected, sp...

In this profound episode, we dive into the realm of the unexplained and the extraordinary. Join us with Gary Heiligman as we share inspiring stories of supernatural experiences, explore the significance of divine signs leading to healing remedies, and reflect on the transformative power of faith. You'll hear a moving account of one person's journey from homelessness to achieving the unimaginable—a...

In this heartfelt episode, two souls cross paths and discover a love that transcends time and circumstance. Their journey takes an unexpected turn when the woman faces a life-threatening illness. Her husband’s love knows no bounds, and in his determination to save her, he makes a heart-wrenching decision that changes both their lives forever—choosing medical procedures that leave his beloved witho...

In this week's episode of "Starchy Pants," we dive into the world of faith and fashion, as two unlikely heroes discover divine wisdom in the most unexpected of places. Through prayer, humor, and a touch of heavenly style, they break down stereotypes and barriers to spread God's word. Get ready for laughter, soulful reflections, and a touch of divine couture. It's faith with a fashionable twist!

In this inspiring episode of WOW: Wild Ordained Wonders, hosts Dean Widener and Jerry Rye recount an extraordinary tale of faith and divine intervention. Jerry takes us on a riveting journey as he shares his miraculous experience of walking to church through the heart of a tornado. Witness how his fervent prayer for three area churches was answered when God parted the storm, clearing a path for hi...

"Just Go" captures the remarkable story of revival sparked by faith and divine intervention. After a weekend holy retreat, a group of youth was moved to go to the altar, igniting a powerful movement of prayer and worship. Following their example, two strangers—guided solely by divine authority—answered the call to approach the altar and pray, trusting in God's promise that someone would be assigne...