The FOUND Podcast with Lorie Hartshorn

Who are you, really? What is your purpose in life? In a world filled with pain and confusion, how do we find true joy? In this powerful episode, pastor and author Mark Clark joins us to discuss his new book, The Problem of Life: How to Find Identity, Purpose, and Joy in a Disenchanted World. Mark shares his own journey—from a childhood shaped by trauma and Tourette’s to a life transformed by Jesus...

This week on the podcast, Robin Djokoto shares a powerful lesson: choosing gratitude over grumbling. When faced with emergency brain tumor surgery, Robin's perspective on life was forever changed. She learned to cherish each day and find joy in the little miracles of the mundane. Her story reminds us that when we lack gratitude, we risk missing all that God is doing in the here and now. So, ask yo...

Robin Djokoto’s story is a powerful testimony of transformation, identity, and purpose found in Christ. Once a skeptic who rejected Christianity, Robin’s life changed forever after a life-altering encounter with the Holy Spirit in Ghana. Now a pastor, she shares the lessons she’s learned—including how she faced her greatest challenge: a brain tumor that threatened her ability to walk and talk. In...

Brody’s story is one of incredible transformation. Once lost in addiction, shame, and a life far from God, he was rescued and forever changed by the tangible love of God. In this episode, discover how you, too, can experience God’s love and find hope in the midst of darkness. Join me as I unpack the truth of 2 Corinthians 4:6 and explore the life-changing power of God’s light. Don’t miss Brody’s i...

Brody Haight’s story is a powerful testimony of transformation and redemption. Once a troubled kid trying to prove himself through drugs, alcohol, crime, and bodybuilding, Brody’s life was defined by chaos and a desperate search for belonging. In and out of jail, he eventually hit rock bottom and found healing and freedom in Christ. A mission trip became a turning point where he experienced the ta...

God transforms us from the inside out, and Romans 12:2 reminds us that it starts with the renewing of our minds. In this short devotional, we’ll explore how embracing the truth of our God-given identity allows us to walk in freedom and fullness. Building on my conversation with Dr. Merry C. Lin and her book Re-becoming, let’s discover how we can align our thoughts with God’s truth and step into wh...

In this transformative conversation, Dr. Merry C. Lin shares insights from her life and her book, Rebecoming: Come Out of Hiding to Live as Your God-Given Essential Self. With vulnerability and wisdom, Dr. Merry explores the journey of uncovering our true identity in God — not by adding layers but by shedding the false beliefs we’ve embraced to feel loved or accepted. Discover how to unbecome the...

Deidre’s journey from fear and abandonment to confidence and assurance is a powerful reminder of the transformation we experience as children of God. Once burdened by shame and condemnation, she now lives in the freedom of being fully loved by her Heavenly Father. Romans 8, one of my favorite chapters, beautifully declares that we are no longer bound by fear or shame but are God’s dearly loved chi...

Deidre Haight’s journey is one of incredible resilience and transformation. Raised by a mother in the sex industry, Deidre experienced emotional abandonment, fear, and a deep struggle to find her worth. Through the love of her grandparents and a local church, she discovered the hope of Jesus and held onto it with childlike faith. Despite facing abuse, divorce, and ongoing challenges, Deidre kept h...

Adam Shepski's story is one of being lost and desperate to point of ending his life - and then he encountered Jesus. He was truly transformed as 2 Corinthians 5:17 describes - that when we come into a relationship with Christ, we become brand new people - from the inside out! Check out The FOUND Podcast. Episode 8, to hear Adam's incredible story. Connect with Lorie: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.loriehartshorn.com/...

From addiction and despair to miraculous freedom, Adam Shepski shares his powerful story of coming to the end of himself and encountering the transformative love of Christ. Despite struggling with drugs, suicidal thoughts, and a broken relationship with his father, Adam wasn’t looking for God — but God found him. A friend’s bold questions and the good news of Jesus changed everything. Adam was mir...

You are fully loved by God—just as much as He loves Jesus! In this short devotional, we’ll reflect on John 17:23, unpacking the incredible truth that God chose you, loves you, and adopts you into His family. There are no favorites in His kingdom—just His perfect, unchanging love. Following Sylvia Hartshorn’s powerful story of being won over by love. Check out The FOUND Podcast Episode 7 to hear Sy...

In this heartfelt episode, Sylvia Hartshorn—church planter, evangelist, and mom of three—shares her powerful testimony of loss, rebellion, and ultimate transformation. After losing her mother to cancer at a young age, Sylvia turned away from God, angry and questioning His goodness. But when her boyfriend experienced a supernatural encounter with Christ, it sparked a journey of her own, leading her...

How do you keep going as a leader? So many leaders in scripture did not finish well. On this week's podcast, Dr. Jon Thompson shares his very personal insight and deepest hope to finish well as a servant of Christ. 2 Timothy 1:12 reminds us that when we are sure of our calling and have an intimate relationship with Christ, we can finish well. “ The confidence of my calling enables me to overcome e...

In this episode, we are joined by Jon Thompson, author, speaker, and senior pastor of Sanctus Church. With over 27 years of ministry experience, Jon shares his journey of faith, from childhood identity struggles to his calling in ministry. We discuss lessons from his book Perseverance, exploring how to root identity in Christ, navigate challenges, avoid burnout, and lead with purpose. Jon’s vulner...

You are God’s masterpiece! Ephesians 2:10 reminds us that He created you anew in Christ to do the good things He planned long ago. In this short devotional, we’ll explore how God’s purpose for your life is woven into your identity in Him. Kaitlyn Cey, shares her journey of navigating identity and purpose as a leader, through the ups and downs and disappointments of life. Check out Kaitlyn's story...

In this insightful episode, Kaitlyn Cey — speaker, writer, and Certified Leadership Coach—shares her powerful journey of discovering her true identity in Christ. As the Founding Executive Director of Inspire Our Nation, Kaitlyn is passionate about helping the next generation find their worth in God. She opens up about overcoming weight challanges, a serious health diagnosis, and the relentless pre...

God’s not holding out on you! 2 Peter 1:3 reminds us that He’s already given us everything we need to live a godly life. My guest this week is my son, Curtis Hartshorn. His story of finding his identity in Christ is one of going from darkness to light. The transformation was so obvious to everyone who knew him. He still had struggles though, because he didn't fully understand all that was availabl...

In this transformative episode, Curtis Hartshorn—author, speaker, church planter and evangelist—shares his powerful testimony of deliverance from addiction to drugs, alcohol, and demonic influences. Curtis recounts how an encounter with Christ set him free and opened the door to a life filled with purpose and victory. He provides deep biblical insight into what it means to be made new in Christ an...

In this week's episode, Cheryl Nembhard shares her journey of breaking free from the trauma, abuse, and pain of her past to discover her true identity in Christ. Anchored in the truth of Psalm 139:5, we are reminded that God protects us from the harm of our past and defines us by His healing and love. We do not need to be defined by our past, rather we can be defined by the One who heals us from o...

Join us in this powerful episode as Cheryl Nembhard, speaker, podcaster, and social advocate, shares her inspiring story of overcoming trauma and abuse. Once a broken and angry teenager, Cheryl was on the run from God until one simple act of kindness opened her heart to a life-changing encounter with Him. Now, she advocates for others, using her own story to share the love and transformative power...

In this week's episode, Mark Masri opens up about his journey from the heights of fame as a world-renowned singer to facing a season where it all seemed to disappear. With vulnerability and wisdom, Mark reflects on the struggle to separate his identity from his accomplishments, asking the question we all face: Who are we when the success fades? Grounded in the truth of James 4:10, Mark shares the...

In this enlightening episode, we welcome Mark Masri, a Canadian singer, songwriter, member of the platinum-selling, award-winning group The Tenors and TV host, as he shares his transformative journey from a life defined by performance to one rooted in purpose. Mark opens up about his early years in the music industry, where success and achievement shaped his identity. But when the bottom fell out,...

In this week’s FOUND in Focus, we look at Psalm 139:13-18 (TPT), reflecting on the truth that God knows every detail about you. Before you were even born, He saw who you were created to be! He made you uniquely you, with dreams and plans for your life that are ultimately good, even through suffering. My guest this week is Cyndi Wilkens. Her story of losing her hands and feet is so difficult, and y...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Cyndi Wilkens, who shares her remarkable journey of loss, resilience, and faith. After a life-altering illness led to the amputation of her hands and feet, she faced a choice: let the loss define her, or find her identity in something greater. With unshakable courage and hope, she chose the latter. Discover how she refused to be defined by her circumstanc...