Her God Story with Jodie Chiricosta

Who influences you? Are your beliefs defined by what you hear on social media, by advice shows, or talking to friends and co-workers? Are your actions a result of a rocky upbringing and family life? Sydney Tooman Betts grew up in a dysfunctional home, believing she needed to be perfect to have approval. God gently taught her that her self worth comes from Him. And that is not the only faulty think...

Joke Yakubu survived a plane crash! But as she lay buried in the rubble, she asked, “God am I going to die?” Years earlier Joke had put her faith in Christ when He spoke to her, “it’s not about just going to church. It’s about allowing Me to take your life and every aspect of it.” She willingly embraced God’s plan, diligently applying His Word in her life. And in the midst of her crisis – she had...

The struggle between faith and fear is real! Even mature believers face challenges that test their trust in God. When Sandra Tracy’s only child had a near fatal health crisis, it stretched her to the breaking point. But as she clung to God’s Word, applying it in her life she saw victory over depression and fear. God’s perfect love flooding her spirit has enabled Sandra to help many others through...

Have you been disappointed in life? Do you wonder if God has your best interest at heart? Laura Allred can relate. After several crushing disappointments, she withdrew – for a season. But she missed God’s presence! So, she took her anger to Him and God restored her. Listen as Laura and host Jodie Chiricosta share how God can work good, even through our trials when we lean on Him. Laura experienced...

Just say yes! When Laura Allred committed to say yes to God's invitations, He opened amazing doors for her. As she learned to hear His voice, she discovered that a simple act of obedience can change your life. God took her to new places, connected her with high-profile people, arranged for her to meet her husband and so much more as she said yes to His simple requests. Even through tough times, sh...

Is it okay for Christians to struggle? As a teen, Stacey McDonald experienced the pain of trying to portray perfection, even when things were not. God showed her that there is power and freedom in transparency. God gave her a revelation as she was mining for quartz for her jewelry line that changed her thinking. Her worth is not found in what she does, or how perfect everything is. Listen as Stacy...

What if? A NASA scientist and Mom, Nadine Naisbitt was trained to think of all the “what if” scenarios that could go wrong in space. That thinking bled into her personal life. Living in fear of the “what ifs'' kept her from stepping out in faith. But then God gave her a revelation that set her free! He showed her that as a believer, she has the same anointing that Jesus did! When she stepped away...

Divine appointments happen! When we delight in God and dream with Him, He opens amazing doors! As Jan Tennyson has stepped out in faith to minister God’s love to hurting children, God has given her creativity and favor. She has sowed hope and dreams into the lives of foster children, refugees and so many more globally through the Dare to Dream Children’s Foundation. And God continues to lead her t...

God actually delights in every detail of our lives . He plants desires in us and He fulfills them at just the right time. Jan Tennyson has seen that truth active in her life in remarkable ways. Listen as Jan and host, Jodie Chiricosta share how no matter what you have been through, or where you have come from, God loves you, He delights in you! He longs for you to experience His delight through a...

You are a part of God’s big plan! He has a purpose and destiny for you. God will guide you into that purpose if you walk with Him. He will redeem your mistakes, and equip you for your destiny. Listen as Jodie Chiricosta shares how God used Jael, Eve and Priscilla in spite of their inadequacies and failures. You’ll be encouraged and convinced He will do the same for you. Your story is not over. Fol...

Do you crumble when you face trials? In the midst of her trial, Lura Mineau stood on God’s Word and experienced its power. Throughout her life, she has said “yes” to God and He opened doors of ministry. Listen to Lura and host, Jodie Chiricosta, discuss practical ways to remain strong in the Lord and be used by Him to strengthen others. You will gain a deeper understanding of how God wants to lavi...

“If I never open this door, I never have to face the truth ,” Lura Mineau thought when tragedy struck. Fear had controlled Lura’s life, but God showed her that He is trustworthy in every situation. Listen to Lura and host, Jodie Chiricosta, share about God’s graciousness in all the details of our lives. He longs to show each of us His compassion and love. Hear how God is always with you, faithful...

Expectations. Even good ones,when unfulfilled, can steal our joy, harm relationships and skew our view of God. Rhoda Bowman’s relationships did not go the way she expected. Saved at a young age, she did not fully understand her desperate need for a Savior until she became the mother of her widowed husband’s six children. Through her pain, God showed her that His plan “B” is still perfect! Listen t...

It’s time to step out! Has God been asking you to do something? Belinda Thacker had a Word from the Lord that she would be invited to travel internationally this year. After seeking Him and turning down an intriguing invitation, He opened the door for her respond to the earthquake in Turkey. Listen as Belinda and host Jodie Chiricosta share how God not only directed her steps but provided for her...

Being hurt is part of life. Staying hurt is a choice; so is forgiveness. Darlene Davis has suffered hurt and disappointment in her life; from her father, from other Christians, in her marriage. But as she took each one to God, choosing to forgive, God healed the wounds and filled her with His love! She has also seen God protect and provide for her through it all. Listen to Darlene and host, Jodie...

You have value! No matter what you have been through, or what others say about you… God made you for a purpose. Through facing severe bullying, chronic illness, and other difficulties, Ashley Stringer has cultivated an intimate relationship with God. He showed her the power of kindness and a simple smile. This revelation offered direction and has opened up exciting opportunities for this young wom...

God invites us to partner with Him. And He gives us all we need as we respond! As Mary Nelson has made herself available to God, she has seen Him transform communities through prayer. Listen to Mary and host, Jodie Chiricosta, share how God gives strategies in prayer to accomplish His purposes. When we keep our eyes on Him and make ourselves available to Him, life will become full and rich and fre...

Christ’s power has defeated the works of satan. As a young Air Force wife, Mary Nelson had many worries in her life. But she learned to go to the Lord and He answered prayers that were prayed in faith and aligned with His will. You’ll hear how Mary experienced deliverance and freedom from anger, fear and more! And, how scripture is a wonderful teacher to us. When we read the Word and put it into p...

Prayer is powerful and effective. The Lord has taught Emily Zavala how to pray and intercede for breakthrough… and she has seen the results! From praying for family members, to national and global events, Emily has partnered with God and seen Him move. Listen to Emily and host, Jodie Chiricosta, share how any answer you need can be found as you spend time with God and His Word. He cares about the...

What are you doing Lord? Sometimes we just don’t understand what God is doing in our lives, or why! Stacy Blackstone has experienced that a few times. In those times, and all times, she has learned to keep her eyes on Jesus! Stacy’s life radically changed when she allowed God to heal her inner wounds. As she made Him Lord of her life, she learned that God’s ways are not our ways! But each time she...

What tests your faith? Melinda Torrison has learned to follow God’s leading, no matter what comes her way. She has learned to “do it afraid.” And she has seen God do amazing things. Melinda never desired to become a leader, but God had other plans. As President of Meador Staffing, Melinda has led thousands of employees through uncertain times. Listen as Melinda and host, Jodie Chiricosta, discuss...

Nothing is ever wasted in God’s economy. When He’s in the story, it is always to bring about good for us. Through years of betrayal and a divorce, Bobbi Case learned that God would never leave her. He, in fact, sheltered her under His wings. Listen as Bobbi and host, Jodie Chiricosta, share how God has not forgotten you! He is able to redeem your mistakes and set you on the right path so you can s...

Be present! Vickie Guillory has learned the power of that simple act. And God has used her to minister peace, hope, comfort and more to friends and strangers alike - because she has made herself available. Listen as Vickie and host, Jodie Chiricosta, share how easy it is to bring the powerful presence of Jesus into difficult situations. You’ll hear how the Lord has opened doors for this housewife...

Tragedy, pain, we all experience it at some point. But how do we make it through? Heidi Rettig cried out to God and He carried her. Listen as Heidi and host, Jodie Chiricosta, share how a lot of our faith walk is trusting God even when we’re not seeing what we want to see. We don’t always understand what God is up to in our lives. But as we seek His counsel, He guides us to a destiny that far exce...

God is good, all the time. As a business woman and single Mom, Kimberly experienced the saving grace of God. Since then, she has experienced His goodness and presence in the good and not so good times. As she has worshipped the Lord at the various altars that He has brought her to, she has fallen more and more in love with Jesus. Listen as Kimberly and host, Jodie Chiricosta, share how everyone ca...