Your Biggest Breakthrough

In this episode, our guest, David McIver shares his faith journey and the breakthrough he had in sharing the gospel. He emphasizes the importance of surrendering our schedules and allowing Jesus to work through us to reach the one person in front of us. David shares personal stories of encounters with individuals and how Jesus led him to share the gospel with them. He encourages listeners to expec...

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of humble bragging. You know what I'm talking about, right? It's that sneaky way people have of tooting their own horn while pretending to be all modest about it. And let's be real, we see it all the time on social media and even in our day-to-day chats. We're getting real here, sharing some of our own stories, and, trust me, we've got some pretty funny...

In this episode, our guest, Michelle Ross opens up about her journey of faith and trust, especially during the challenging times when her husband suffered a stroke, and she faced her own health issues. But what's remarkable is how she found solace and strength in relying on God, even in the darkest moments. She shares candidly about the importance of community and reaching out for help when needed...

In this episode, our guest, Nancy Willette shares her journey of faith and transformation, from living a structured life to finding her true passion in the outdoors. She opens up about her struggles with alcohol and the moment of despair that led her to seek God's help. Through divine intervention, Nancy encounters a man in need of hope and redemption, and together they experience the power of God...

In today's episode, we have a captivating conversation with Preston and Holly Todd, a couple whose journey is a testament to the transformative power of faith. Join us as Preston and Holly share their personal stories of conversion, love, and purpose. From encountering Jesus in supernatural ways to stepping out of their comfort zones and into the mission field, their experiences are both awe-inspi...

In this episode of our podcast, we open up about the emotional and challenging journey we've been on while caring for Todd's mother, Carol, who is fighting a tough battle with aggressive bone cancer. We explore the complexities we've faced while navigating the healthcare system, the importance of being advocates in elder care, and the deep, life-changing lessons we've learned about compassion, lov...

We all go through moments where forgiving someone is really hard. But in this podcast episode, you'll hear a different perspective on forgiveness. Our guest, Pastor Mark Sowersby, bravely talks about his tough childhood marked by abuse and how he struggled to forgive and heal. He talks about how abuse affects the mind and how there wasn't much support or awareness back then. Pastor Mark also share...

In this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Michele Arnoldy, a woman who has experienced incredible breakthroughs in her life. Michele shares her personal journey of navigating through the challenges of her husband's mental illness and PTSD, ultimately leading to his tragic death by suicide. Michele's story is a powerful testament to the strength and resilience that can be found in lean...

In this conversation, Matt Potter, co-founder of Pray.com, shares his journey of faith and how it led him to create the popular prayer app. He emphasizes the importance of prayer and the ease of having a personal relationship with God. Matt also discusses the features and benefits of Pray.com, including daily devotionals, biblical sagas, and a community feed for prayer requests. He highlights the...

On today's episode, we have Justin Donald, the founder of The Lifestyle Investor and known as the "Warren Buffett of lifestyle investing." Justin shares his personal journey of breaking free from financial constraints and achieving financial freedom through low-risk cash flow investing. With his straightforward investment system and 10 commandments of lifestyle investing, Justin negotiated deals w...

Summary This podcast episode explores the topic of loneliness and its impact on individuals' well-being. Todd and Wendie discuss the prevalence of chronic loneliness and its designation as an epidemic by the Surgeon General. They share personal experiences with loneliness and highlight the emotional, spiritual, and physiological consequences it can have. The importance of community and reaching ou...

Chuck Reich's life was once a turbulent whirlwind of drugs and reckless abandon, a life marred by the never-ending call of temptation: "the boy you didn't want your daughter to be around" in his words. But then Chuck encountered Jesus and his life transformed. Chuck left behind the shadows of his past and embarked on a spiritual journey that led him to become a pastor, offering guidance and hope t...

What do you think of when you hear the term "superhero"? Maybe a muscular man or woman donning a cape, flying through the night sky to foil the plans of evildoers who wish harm upon the human race. While those make for good comic books and movies, the truth is that real heroes don't appear to be anything special, but have an inward fire to make an impact that far exceeds what their earthly powers...

Welcome to another riveting episode of Your Biggest Breakthrough! Today, we're joined by a unique individual whose profession and passion beautifully intertwine – Dr. Pete Sulack. While many know him as a talented chiropractor who's touched countless lives with his healing hands, there's an even deeper story to be uncovered. Journey with us as we delve into how Dr. Sulack transitioned from adjusti...

In the spirit of overcoming tremendous adversity, as we discussed in our previous episode with Mark Black, we introduce to you today Tahni Cullen. Tahni was blessed with a beautiful baby, who was named Josiah, "Fire of God." However, within just a couple of years, it was evident that Josiah was a bit different. He was sadly diagnosed with autism, leaving Tahni and her husband devastated. Yet, rath...

"Transform adversity into your competitive advantage." A phrase perhaps heard in any number of motivational talks you've attended, or hard lessons when "life happens" in its many forms and fashions. Our guest today, Mark Black, has experienced adversity we've never encountered before on this show - and that's saying a lot! For you see, Mark was essentially given a death sentence at the age of 23 w...

Introducing Chad Hawley, the ingenious founder behind the Nexus Mountain Network —a platform built to conquer the formidable "mountains" of government, religion, education, arts & entertainment, family, business, and media. Inspired by a life-changing medical diagnosis, Chad embarked on his mission to foster meaningful discussions across society's pillars. With an unshakable belief in the powe...

In today's most compelling episode, we delve into the miraculous account of Steffani Besch, now a seasoned minister, but who as a young girl endured an extraordinary incident that defied all rational explanation. At a local swimming pool on an ordinary summer day in 1979, 13-year-old Steffani embarked on what all expected to be a fun-filled afternoon with friends. However, fate took an unforeseen...

Wendie and Todd both traveled to San Diego, CA recently, and while there caught up with Justin Maina, a self-described "fear hunter" (see a link to our interview with Justin below). Justin led us on an adventure that would strike legitimate fear into most people - us included. But we made it through okay, and the entire experience made us think about how we're so often driven by fear when calculat...

Are you yearning for a profound sense of inner peace and fulfillment in your life? Wondering how to find balance and true wealth that encompasses every aspect of your being? In today's episode, our guest Krisstina Wise shares a truly unique solution to help you achieve a holistic definition of wealth. By diving deep into the realms of balance and surrender, while remaining centered on principles f...

Today we welcome to the show Rickey Hill, who's incredible story of perseverance served as the inspiration for the major feature film "The Hill" starring Dennis Quaid! Rickey Hill will be the first to tell you "The Hill" isn't about him. "The Hill" refers to the pitching mound on the ball field. While making it to the major leagues is extremely difficult for even a person of optimal health, Rickey...

Today's episode is a bit of a follow up to our recent episode featuring Dr. Hormoz Shariat of Iran Alive ministries. It features Lily Meschi, the Director of Partner Relations with Iran Alive. Like virtually all Iranians, Lily grew up in a fundamentalist Muslim home, being taught that God is "always angry" with humanity, and that we should fear Him. Not in a positive way that we in the West may th...

We begin today's episode asking the question, "What's the difference between joy and happiness?" Wait, doesn't joy mean happiness? No, not necessarily. Joy oftentimes means seeing the good in sometimes overwhelmingly unhappy circumstances. Our guest began his walk on this earth in circumstances that may seem to be unhappy to many of us. Such as living in a tool shed with no electricity for 6 years...

In 1 Thes. 2:17-19, Paul shares how his absence from the believers in that area of the world made him - and them - long for each other's physical presence. While an absence from a loved one can be uncomfortable, even painful in certain circumstances, the adage "absence makes the heart grow fonder" rings true. While we all need a proper amount of time to ourselves, it is the absence from the ones w...

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 This familiar scripture is the rallying cry for our guest in today's episode. Benny DiChiara suffered a TBI (traumatic brain injury) in 2015. No one knows exactly what caused him to lose consciousness and hit his head when he fell....