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What happens when you hit rock bottom and nothing seems to fill the void? In this powerful episode of When You Look, Meme Mulugeta shares her incredible journey from rejection, loss, and business failure to an unexpected breakthrough that only God could have orchestrated.After years away from faith, a 3 A.M. dream, divine encounters, and a bold step of obedience led Meme to start a publishing company she never imagined running—one that now helps countless others share their stories. From fasting that broke chains, to miraculous provision, to surrendering her family into God’s hands, Meme’s testimony is both raw and inspiring.👉 Was it coincidence or God? You decide.💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—have you ever had a breakthrough moment that changed everything?👍 If this story encourages you, subscribe for more powerful testimonies of faith, hope, and God’s provision.👉 Learn more about Meme's publishing company https://www.the1andonlypublishing.com/When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters01:04 - Growing up in church & facing rejection at 1902:53 - Business success, failure & 17 years away from God03:51 - Returning to God: the altar call that changed everything05:18 - Creative ways to serve God08:59 - The dream at 3:11 AM that started a book11:42 - Attending a Women's Conference14:48 - Receiving a 10-year blueprint15:55 - Laid off but trusting God’s plan17:57 - Starting The 1 and Only Publishing19:01 - God provides mentors & divine connections21:30 - Marketing without God's support22:14 - “Be still”: learning to trust God in business23:59 - Fasting for Breakthrough26:00 - Current State28:17 - Why she finally went back to church31:33 - How Meme hears God’s voice33:31 - Prayer hack35:29 - Meme's experience fasting37:18 - Brother Give Life to the Lord41:08 - Why be obedient?43:15 - What giving up the family really means47:11 - Publishing her first book Testified Steps48:22 - Coincidence or God?48:45 - How Meme’s life has changed51:31 - Closing reflections

Mick Wienholt, host of When You Look, shares God's Greatest Hits Vol. 1, a powerful testimony of how God interrupted his plans to deliver blessings beyond imagination. From surviving an avalanche to navigating personal loss and unexpected moves, Mick recounts how the Holy Spirit revealed a divine pattern of interruption, transition, and miraculous provision. This episode explores key moments where God transformed Mick’s life, including his marriage, the loss of his son Luke, and moves to Maryland & Virginia. This story highlights faith, resilience, and God’s unending goodness. When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:25 - Intro1:45 - Greatest Hits2:30 - Pattern Revealed2:57 - Avalanche4:30 - Mick's Wife5:05 - Luke's Death6:58 - Move to MD8:06 - Move to VA10:58 - Same Pattern in 202512:30 - Future of WYL13:55 - Closing Thoughts

In this episode of When You Look, Mick sits down with Jake Doberenz, host of Christianity Without Compromise, for an honest conversation about fear, control, and the modern idols we build without realizing it.From money and politics to technology and even good things like ministry metrics, Jake unpacks how idols creep into our lives as false safety nets—and why they are so dangerous. Together, they explore how fear drives our need for control, how Jesus calls us to something radically different, and practical ways to start smashing idols and returning to the true center of faith.If you’ve ever wrestled with anxiety, misplaced trust, or the pull of cultural “gods,” this episode will challenge and encourage you to refocus on Jesus above everything else.👉 Share your thoughts in the comments—what idols are hardest to let go of in your life?Learn more about Jake at 👉 https://jakedoberenz.com/👉 https://jakedoberenz.substack.com/Check out the Christianity Without Compromise Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/2OQQE2bx5HqGzY1wWBFD34https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christianity-without-compromise-for-christians-choosing/id1764845367When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:30 - Introducing Jake4:56 - Realizing You're Not Right8:30 - Idols11:47 - Things Built Around Jesus16:13 - Contrasting God vs. Idols18:31 - Sinister Idols23:26 - How Do We Smash Idols?27:55 - Good on the Surface33:00 - The Core35:58 - Final Thoughts

Mark Thomas lived the fast life in Las Vegas—partying with celebrities, chasing money, and battling addictions that nearly destroyed him. After three overdoses, he found himself literally one breath from death, writhing on the floor of his Vegas apartment. But in his darkest moment, he cried out to God—and everything changed.On September 11, 2001, while the world watched tragedy unfold, Mark experienced his own personal miracle: an instant encounter with Jesus that stopped his seizures, gave him peace, and set him free from years of addiction.In this powerful episode, Mark shares: - His wild journey from West Virginia to Sin City - How the Vegas lifestyle led to drug overdoses and near death - The prayer that turned his life around - Why 9/11 is not only a national tragedy, but also his spiritual birthday - How God took him from addiction to evangelismThis is a raw and inspiring Christian testimony of hope, healing, and transformation—proof that no one is too far gone for God’s love.👉 If you’re struggling with addiction, searching for hope, or wondering if God is real, Mark’s story will speak to you.Learn more about Mark Thomas & Evangelism on FireWebsite www.evangelismonfire.comYouTube https://www.youtube.com/@EvangelismOnFireSpotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1QPQGzn26Kr1jGaMh53NZIApple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/evangelism-on-fire/id1528792278 When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:22 - Meet Mark Thomas4:48 - Moving to Las Vegas8:02 - Progressive Drug Use13:22 - Mark's First Prayer17:24 - Encountering LVPD21:48 - Third Overdose22:23 - One Breath from Death25:47 - Standing Up27:40 - 9/11 Planes into Towers32:50 - Going Home & Getting Clean43:06 - Mark's Expectation for Healing48:06 - DMV Call Gets Mom's Attention51:34 - Coincidence or God?55:51 - Conversation with an Atheist1:00:18 - Mark Shares the Gospel1:05:35 Prayer to Accept Christ1:09:47 Prayer for Believers1:12:15 - How Has Your Life Changed?1:16:57 Closing Thoughts

What if a car purchase wasn’t just about wheels, but about God’s hand at work?In this episode of When You Look, Mick shares the remarkable story of how his 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid seemed to be chosen, orchestrated, and even “pre-negotiated” by God Himself.From the unexpected idea of a hybrid, to his wife’s surprising agreement, to a dealership that wouldn’t haggle—but had the exact right vehicle for thousands less than market value—this story is a powerful reminder of how God provides in unexpected ways.👉 Was it all coincidence… or was it God? You decide.✦ Subscribe for more real-life stories of God’s extraordinary work in ordinary lives.✦ Share your thoughts in the comments—have you ever had a “God moment” like this?When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:18 Backstory3:50 Silver model5:30 White model7:20 Unsuccessful Negotiation9:16 Pre-negotiated10:09 Coincidence or God?11:16 How Has My Life Changed?

What if one single question could expose whether your faith is real — or just words?In this episode of When You Look, Mick shares the powerful story of how a single verse in the Bible confronted him with a question that exposed his hypocrisy. For years, Mick said “Lord, Lord” but wasn’t fully living in obedience. This moment became a turning point — shifting his faith from words to action, and from self-centeredness to surrender.Through his testimony, Mick explores:• Why the Western world struggles with obedience• The difference between rules without relationship vs. rules with relationship• How life’s tragedies — including the loss of his son — led him toward deeper faith• Real-life examples of obeying God in finances, work, and family decisions• What it means to be subject to God, not central in your own lifeThis episode will challenge you to ask: Am I living out what I say I believe, or am I a hypocrite?👉 Scriptures referenced: 1 Samuel 15:22, Luke 6:46, John 16:33, Matthew 7:13–14If this story resonates with you, subscribe to the channel — and share your thoughts in the comments. Was Mick’s heart change coincidence… or God?Launch Party Recap https://www.instagram.com/reel/DItrnSCoEkw/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Episode 016 https://youtu.be/0COVLKIBu5AEpisode 017 https://youtu.be/f_4ScdB_bV8When You Look Links Be a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:50 Childhood1:40 Rules without relationship2:35 Major life events3:27 Reading the Bible3:56 1 Samuel 154:58 Wanting to be obedient6:17 Reading Luke 6:468:09 Behaving hypocritically10:05 Examples of obedience14:55 Weird spot & answer to prayer16:08 Evidence17:11 Closing

What happens when you realize you are subject to, not central in, your own life? In this episode of When You Look, Mick shares the life-changing revelation that completely transformed his faith, prayer life, and perspective on God’s position in his life. Prompted by a sermon by Matt Chandler, Mick explains how God reshaped his understanding of identity, obedience, and surrender. This is a story about moving from God as my co-pilot to placing Him fully at the controls.👉 This episode unpacks:• How a single sentence from a sermon led to a revelation• Why “God is my co-pilot” can be deceptive• The shift from asking God for things to praying “Your will be done”• How Ephesians 2:10 reframed his prayersIf you’ve ever wrestled with control, identity, or obedience in your walk with Christ, this conversation will inspire you to let go and truly let God lead.📖 Key Verse: Ephesians 2:10 — “We are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”🙏 Subscribe to When You Look for more stories of faith, transformation, and God’s glory at work in everyday lives.Matt Chandler Sermon: Identity – Formed – Week 2 – Sermon – Matt Chandler – 6/11/23When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShow Be a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters1:51 - Subject To, Not Central In2:50 - Different Than I Thought5:32 - Mick's Biggest Fear7:22 - Everything Changed10:44 - Behavior Change12:35 - Closing, Ephesians 2:10

She had a plan to end her life. God had a plan to call her His daughter.In this powerful and deeply honest testimony, Jordan Bailey shares how years of depression, addiction, shame, and self-hatred led her to a moment where she no longer wanted to live. After a suicide attempt, multiple arrests, and time in jail, she believed the lie that she was disposable and beyond hope.But in the darkest places — including a jail cell — she encountered a God who didn’t see her as a failure… but as His beloved daughter.This episode is a raw conversation about: • Struggling with suicidal thoughts and depression • Alcohol addiction and hitting rock bottom • Feeling unworthy, unwanted, and beyond redemption • How hearing God’s voice changed her identity • Finding purpose in the middle of consequences • Experiencing God’s love in the most unexpected placesJordan’s story is proof that no one is too far gone, no mistake is final, and no life is without purpose. If you’ve ever felt hopeless, ashamed, or like you’ve ruined your future, this testimony will remind you that God still calls you His.👉 Follow Jordan https://www.jordanbaileyart.com/ | Instagram https://www.instagram.com/that_weirdough_jordan👉 Jordan's Ted Talk https://youtu.be/vVg5TNlpIxI?si=90UDTh_jMN3rWh0R👉 Learn More About Identity Exchange (Jamie & Donna Winship) https://www.identityexchange.com/ | https://www.youtube.com/@identityexchangeWhen You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ #whenyoulookpodcast #christiantestimony #suicide #miracle #jail #identityexchange Chapters0:52 - Meet Jordan Bailey2:16 - Early Years6:37 - Savannah College of Art & Design11:35 - Feeling Disposable13:25 - Moving to Tennessee 16:18 - Suicide Watch21:42 - Suicide Attempt25:34 - Cooking33:04 - Hearing God36:34 - DUI, Car Wreck, & Arrest51:24 - Released from Jail56:35 - Heart Transformation1:05:20 - God Doesn't Flinch1:07:06 - Surrender1:10:58 - Sobriety Journey1:18:49 - Family Involvement1:23:08 - Coincidence or God?1:28:59 - How Has Your Life Changed?

What happens when you test God? Josh Harper never planned to pray this prayer. While on a mission trip to Niger, Africa, he was wrestling with a life-changing decision: should his family adopt a teenage girl from an orphanage?So he asked God for a sign. Not something vague. Not “give me peace.” Something specific. He prayed that a lump on his back — one that had been unchanged for three years — would disappear if they were meant to move forward with adoption. And then… it did. But here’s where the story takes an unexpected turn. The adoption didn’t happen. In this powerful episode of When You Look, Josh shares: • The bold prayer he never expected God to answer • A physical healing he can’t explain • The emotional journey of pursuing international adoption • Missions work in Niger, Africa • And what happens when God answers your prayer — just not the way you thoughtWas it coincidence or God? Watch and decide for yourself.#whenyoulookpodcast #christiantestimony #niger #adoption When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:21 - Meet Josh Harper1:17 - Falling in Love with Niger5:51 - Deciding to Adopt6:28 - The Prayer7:42 - Answered Prayer10:03 - Aging Out13:08 - Allison's Thoughts14:49 - A Year of Relationship Building16:13 - Coincidence or God?17:16 - How Has Your Life Changed?

She was channeling spirits. Deep in the New Age. Practicing yoga. Searching for God in all the wrong places.Then one day, a voice asked her a single question: "What if everything you thought about God was completely wrong?"In this powerful episode of When You Look, Dr. Laurette Willis shares her true story of growing up in trauma, spending 22 years in the New Age, becoming a psychic channel, battling addiction, and ultimately encountering Jesus Christ in a way that changed everything.What happened next wasn’t gradual. It wasn’t self-help. It wasn’t behavior modification. It was surrender.You’ll hear: • How deception can look spiritual • What it felt like to hear that question • How she was instantly delivered from alcoholism • How her entire life direction shifted in one moment • And what happened just days after she surrendered to GodThis is a story about spiritual warfare, truth, redemption, and the relentless mercy of God.If you’ve ever questioned what’s real…If you’ve ever searched for meaning…If you’ve ever wondered whether God still speaks…This conversation will challenge you, because sometimes one question changes everything.#whenyoulookpodcast #praisemoves #podcast #godsvoice #christiantestimony 👉 Check out Dr. Laurette's work at https://praisemoves.com/ and www.christianweightlosskit.com When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:20 - Meet Dr. Laurette Willis2:42 - Growing Up10:14 - Finding Alcohol, Smoking, etc. 13:05 - Moving to New Age Community14:58 - Surrendering19:07 - Delivered From Addiction28:38 - Meeting Paul33:24 - Moving From the New Age Community44:50 - Coincidence or God?45:33 - How Has Your Life Changed?54:18 - Dr. Laurette's Contact Info

What if God warned you before you destroyed everything?In this powerful episode of When You Look, Blake shares the raw, unfiltered story of how he was one weekend away from walking into an affair that could have ended his marriage—when his mother called with a terrifying prophetic dream. In the dream, Blake was alone in a desert… and then a lion came and consumed him.That phone call changed everything.Blake opens up about growing up in church, drifting from God in college, emotional connection outside his marriage, and the moment he finally cried out to God for help. What followed was a divine interruption that led to confession, repentance, and ultimately restoration.This is a story about:• God’s mercy in the middle of our mess• How temptation grows when needs go unmet• The danger of emotional affairs• The power of prophetic warning• Fighting for your marriage before it’s too late• And how God can restore what looks destroyed👉 If you’ve ever felt on the edge of a decision you can’t undo—this episode is for you.When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:48 - Meet Blake1:33 - Early Life Thru College3:24 - Marriage8:16 - Met a Girl12:17 - The Dream15:25 - Changes19:17 - Convo With Mom21:09 - Challenging God25:10 - Drifting From God in College29:35 - Cassie Nudges Him Back33:09 - Coincidence or God?34:57 - How Has Your Life Changed?

From devastating heartbreak and deep loss… to long waiting… and finally to powerful restoration—this is a story only God could write.In this unforgettable episode of When You Look, Mick sits down with Cathy Colver Garland, a woman whose life journey includes divorce, betrayal, miscarriage, years of waiting, and ultimately the redemptive faithfulness of God. Cathy opens up about discovering her husband’s addiction on their honeymoon, losing a child, waiting over a decade for God’s promise, and how God met her in the deepest places of pain with supernatural comfort, vision, and hope.This is not a polished highlight reel. It’s the real road—through suffering, disappointment, unanswered prayers, and the moments where God seemed silent… until He wasn’t.If you’ve ever wondered:• Is God still working when nothing is changing?• What do you do when waiting hurts?• Can God truly restore what was broken?…this conversation is for you.Cathy’s testimony will strengthen your faith, stir your hope, and remind you that delay is not denial—and restoration is never out of God’s reach.👉 Watch to the end for one of the most powerful reflections on waiting, healing, and trusting God’s character you’ll hear.👉 Check out Cathy's Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Cathy-Garland/author/B0DB3F75JW?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=2c921d89-70f2-4c03-9e41-0f868f910a26Indiana Jones Clip https://youtu.be/sBBbq2g7yf8?si=ee0d314D0HuWz3vIWhen You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:30 - Meet Cathy Garland2:36 - Backstory5:52 - First Marriage7:50 - Life After Divorce11:02 - Healing From Miscarriage13:59 - Trying to Make it Work17:00 - The In Between24:14 - Meeting Her Now Husband29:21 - Turning In35:35 - Defining Grace40:49 - Josiah Defined in a Vision46:52 - Waiting With Expectancy50:45 - Coincidence or God?52:41 - How Has Your Life Changed?

What happens when 23 Americans are stranded in Africa during a military coup—with borders closed, airports shut down, and no clear way home?In this powerful true story, Michael Thaler shares how a 10-day mission trip to Niger, Africa unexpectedly turned into a 17-day extended stay when a coup transpired the night before they were to leave. With teenagers on the team, no flights, and every door seemingly closed, hope was fading. But when Michael chose to give God his very best and refuse to give up, everything changed.From being turned away by nearly 50 soldiers at the airport… to one unexpected “yes” that opened the impossible… this is a story of faith under pressure, divine timing, and God making a way when there was no way.If you’ve ever wondered: • Does God really intervene in crisis? • What does faith look like when there's no clear way forward? • How far does obedience really go?This episode will encourage you, challenge you, and remind you that the unknown is where God often does His greatest work.👉 Watch now and discover what can happen when you stay in the game and give God your best.#whenyoulookpodcast #missiontrip #coup #niger #africa #miracle ✅ Learn about My Purpose Plan, and how it’s helping others discover and live out their purpose.Website: https://www.mypurposeplan.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mpurposeplan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/my-purpose-plan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/my_purposeplan/ For information on mission trips to Niger, Africa visit: https://www.effectiveministries.org/When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:32 - Meet Michael Thaler2:54 - 10 Days In5:41 - Day 176:45 - At the Embassy7:36 - At the Airport10:46 - Flight to Chad12:18 - Getting Fully Home15:12 - 48, 49, & 5017:43 - Coincidence or God?18:17 - How Has Your Life Changed?

What happens when God gives clear direction… and you ignore it?In this raw and unfiltered episode of When You Look, Stephanie Jordan shares her extraordinary testimony of hearing God’s voice, choosing a different path, and walking through years of chaos, abuse, addiction, marriage, widowhood, and ultimately deep healing.From ignoring God’s warning before marriage, to raising five children, to experiencing prophetic moments that stunned even her closest friends, Stephanie opens up about the cost of disobedience—and the relentless mercy of God who redeems anyway.This episode challenges shallow Christian clichés and confronts toxic positivity head-on. Stephanie explains why confusion doesn’t mean God isn’t present, how obedience doesn’t always feel safe, and why God often speaks in ways that directly oppose our flesh.If you’ve ever wondered:How do you know when God is speaking?What happens when you don’t listen?Can God still redeem the choices you regret?Is confusion part of faith—or failure?This conversation is for you.👉 This is not a polished testimony.👉 This is not a painless faith journey.👉 This is a story of warning, consequence, grace, and restoration.Watch until the end for one of the most honest explanations of hearing God’s voice and healing from trauma you’ll hear anywhere.Grab Stephanie's Book, The Death Tsunami here https://a.co/d/4Ck49xkGrab Stephanie's Book, The Death Tsunami here https://a.co/d/4Ck49xkFollow Stephanie on...Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thestephaniejordan/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@thestephaniejordanWebsite https://thestephaniejordan.com/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/authorstephaniejordan#whenyoulookpodcast #christiantestimony #faithjourney #godsgrace #propheticword #prophetic When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:48 - Meet Stephanie Jordan4:36 - Punk Rock & 1st Marriage9:02 - Jay Jordan14:27 - Jay in Rehab18:31 - Hamuel23:49 - Rebecca 30:30 - Planning to Divorce Jay34:50 - Another Baby37:44 - Internal Sense of Dread39:28 - Don't Leave Him Vulnerable42:41 - Jay Dies43:37 - Healing Begins46:29 - More on Healing57:50 - Hearing from God1:07:06 - Not Supposed to Marry Ben1:11:43 - Why Continued Intimacy with Jay?1:22:22 - Coincidence or God?1:23:37 - How Has Your Life Changed?

What happens when you say something to God… and He answers literally?After losing his business, his marriage, his finances, and nearly his faith, Brad found himself angry, broken, and unsure if God was still listening. Years removed from church, he made a simple but honest prayer before walking into a new congregation:“God, I want to worship You… I just don’t want to get nailed.”Moments later, an offering basket was passed—and inside were six-inch nails.In this powerful episode of When You Look, Brad shares his journey through bankruptcy, divorce, custody battles, anger toward God, and the quiet whisper that sustained him through it all: “I love you.” What followed was not coincidence, but a turning point that reshaped his faith, restored his life, and taught him the power of surrender.👉 This is a story for anyone who’s questioned God in pain, wrestled with disappointment, or wondered if God still speaks in the middle of our mess.When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:34 - Meet Brad Church2:01 - Backstory3:50 - Complete Devastation6:15 - Getting Nailed9:24 - God Heard Me14:09 - I Love You16:39 - Concrete Walls & Lack of Surrender19:27 - Life After Getting Nailed21:59 - Coincidence or God?23:21 - How Has Your Life Changed?24:37 - Final Thoughts

Our son Luke died one week before his due date—and in that hospital hallway, everything changed. In the deepest moment of grief, on my knees and completely broken, I cried out to God… and met Jesus for the first time.This is the raw, unfiltered story of how the death of our baby led to salvation, healing, and a restored life in Christ. From rebellion and self-reliance to surrender and redemption, you’ll hear how God used unimaginable loss to draw us into relationship with Him—and how He later redeemed that pain with new life, living children, and lasting hope.I share how grief became the doorway to faith, how God met us in our darkest night, and how His grace continues to rewrite our family story. If you’ve ever asked “Where is God in my pain?” or “How could God allow this?”—this testimony is for you.This episode is about: • Losing a child and finding Christ • Grief, surrender, and spiritual awakening • God’s redemption after tragedy • The power of crying out to God in desperation • How death can lead to eternal life • From heartbreak to restorationIf you’re walking through loss, questioning God, or searching for meaning in your suffering—there is hope. God is near to the brokenhearted.👉 All glory be to God!When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:20 - Rebellion2:52 - Family Planning4:10 - Pregnant With Luke5:42 - Going to the Hospital9:23 - Surrender12:15 - Miscarriage13:27 - Delivering Luke14:10 - Healing17:11 - Pregnant Again18:25 - Nudges from the Holy Spirit21:53 - Pregnant with Twins25:56 - Due Date30:22 - God is So Good!33:09 - Coincidence or God?33:27 - How Has Your Life Changed?

In this powerful When You Look episode, Katelyn Boston shares the true story of a devastating car crash that should have ended her life. Struck by a vehicle fleeing police, her car spun violently—yet in the middle of the chaos, she experienced something remarkable—she spoke with an angel.As her car spun, Katelyn describes feeling wings wrap around her, hearing a calm voice tell her to “just let go,” and being held in supernatural peace while everything around her fell apart. What followed wasn’t just physical survival—but deep emotional and spiritual healing, including freedom from years of depression and grief.This is a story of:• A near-fatal car accident• A divine encounter in the middle of trauma• Angelic protection• Healing from depression and loss• God’s presence If you’ve ever wondered whether God sees you in your darkest moment—this testimony will remind you that you are not alone.👉 Watch to the end to hear how this encounter changed her faith, her family, and her understanding of surrender.When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:33 - Meet Katelyn Boston2:24 - Backstory6:00 - The Crash10:20 - Talking with the Angel15:37 - Angel Leaves, Police Arrive22:41 - Getting Katelyn Out of the Car32:16 - At the Hospital40:10 - Extent of Katelyn's Injuries41:36 - God's Intervention53:28 - Remembering Liliana Grace54:23 - Details of the Crash1:03:12 - Letting Go of the Dark Cloud1:16:04 - Don't Settle for Lukewarm1:22:31 - Coincidence or God?1:24:03 - How Has Your Life Changed?

He spoke a curse over his own life at just 13 years old—and for decades, it came true.In this powerful episode of When You Look, Mick sits down with Pat Reilly to unpack a raw, redemptive story of addiction, relapse, spoken words, spiritual bondage, and the relentless mercy of God. What began as a declaration of rebellion turned into 13 years of hardcore crack cocaine addiction, broken relationships, loss, and despair.But this is not a story about failure—it’s a story about the power of words, the authority of Jesus, and the freedom that comes through repentance, prayer, and deliverance.Pat shares how: • A single statement spoken in pain became a self-fulfilling curse • Salvation without discipleship left doors open to addiction • Spiritual strongholds took hold—even after giving his life to Christ • Deliverance prayer and renouncing the enemy broke decades of bondage • God restored his family, purpose, leadership, and peace • Faith now anchors him—even while facing stage-four kidney failureThis conversation is a sobering reminder that words carry spiritual weight, but it’s also proof that no curse is stronger than the cross of Jesus Christ.If you’ve ever wondered: • Do my words really matter? • Can Christians struggle with addiction or spiritual strongholds? • What does real deliverance look like in everyday life? • Can God redeem decades of wasted years?—this episode is for you.👉 Watch until the end to hear how Pat now lives in total surrender, peace, and purpose—and why he believes only what’s done for Christ truly lasts.When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:42 - Meet Pat Reilly2:21 - Pat's Early Years4:09 - Salvation5:47 - Resorting to Old Ways8:54 - Delivered from Addiction13:01 - Sowing Seeds14:52 - Unexpected Divorce19:10 - Kidney Failure23:48 - Harvesting Seeds28:25 - 13 Wasted Years Redeemed34:43 - Coincidence or God?36:35 - How Has Your Life Changed?

What do you do when your entire world collapses — not once, but again and again?In this powerful episode of When You Look, Lara Silverman, J.D. shares the stunning true story behind her eight-year battle with a mysterious neurological illness, the loss of her dream legal career, the miracle love story God wrote in the midst of her suffering, and the heartbreaking death of her husband Matt.Lara was a Stanford-trained attorney on her way to becoming a federal prosecutor when her body suddenly went haywire. Overnight, she went from courtroom-ready to completely bedridden — unable to sit up, walk, or care for herself. For years, she lived on a bedpan, in constant pain, while her world spun 24/7.Then God brought a man into her room — literally — and wrote a love story no one could script. A biochemical engineer, youth pastor, and cancer patient himself, Matt became her joy in the fire. They married, ministered together, and trusted God together… until Matt went home to Jesus one year later.In this emotional, raw, and faith-anchoring conversation, Lara reveals:• How she wrestled honestly with anger and bitterness toward God• The theology of suffering that transformed her faith• What “acceptance” really looks like when God doesn’t heal• The morning-after miracle verse God gave her the day Matt died• Why she still believes God is good — even without answers• How her story inspired her memoir Singing Through Fire👉 If you’re walking through grief, chronic illness, unanswered prayers, or a season that makes no sense… this episode will meet you right where you are.Lara's LinksBook https://www.amazon.com/Singing-Through-Fire-Finding-Surprising/dp/B0FMQZ264WYouTube Channel https://youtu.be/TDcUeQrbVZkInstagram https://www.instagram.com/larapalanjian/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lara.palanjian.silvermanEpisodes Mick MentionedEpisode 029 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7cuY5PmBccEpisode 018 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2-6v1HdD8wWhen You Look Links YouTube ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShow⁠Be a Guest ⁠https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguest⁠Website ⁠https://www.whenyoulook.com/⁠Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ ⁠Facebook ⁠https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/⁠ Chapters0:29 - Meet Lara Silverman2:54 - Unexplained Neurological Illness5:54 - From Bad to Worse10:05 - Called to Acceptance13:42 - Meeting Matt Silverman17:15 - Bedridden Bride18:33 - Matt Dies19:47 - Purpose in Suffering23:17 - Having It Out With God29:42 - Lara's Theology Change33:25 - Acceptance35:21 - Isaiah 5539:07 - How God Communicates40:06 - How Do You Hear from God?42:10 - It's Not Confirmation Bias44:40 - How Mick Hears from God47:12 - How God Kept Lara a Christian49:17 - Hope of Christ52:54 - Read the Bible Every Today56:11 - Coincidence or God?58:07 - How Has Your Life Changed?59:32 - Lara's Book: Singing Through Fire1:02:24 - Lara's Unique Calling1:03:50 - Evidence of God

What happens when your body is shutting down… but you can’t feel a thing?Mark Wilson was an avid marathon runner — healthy, active, and the last person you’d expect to face sudden heart failure. But when his Apple Watch kept flashing 225 BPM, he brushed it off as a glitch. Days later, doctors told him the unthinkable: his heart was failing and it could stop any moment.In this powerful episode of When You Look, Mark shares his journey from “just tired” to a life-saving heart transplant, the moment he was placed on ECMO, and the peace he felt that made no sense apart from God. His story includes:✔ The hidden heart disease that silently destroyed his heart✔ Why elite-level running unknowingly kept him alive✔ Being awake while on ECMO — and walking the hospital halls✔ The helicopter arrival of a donor heart… and an unbelievable connection✔ How prayer, faith, and supernatural peace carried him through✔ How life, purpose, and family changed after receiving a new heartIf you need a reminder that God still works miracles — or that He’s present even when you can’t feel Him — Mark’s testimony will move you deeply.When You Look Links YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@WhenYouLookShowBe a Guest https://www.whenyoulook.com/beaguestWebsite https://www.whenyoulook.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/whenyoulookshow/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/whenyoulookshow/ Chapters0:28 - Meet Mark Wilson1:32 - Mark's Backstory3:03 - River House6:19 - Going to the Hospital8:16 - Transferred to VCU Hospital9:32 - Giant Cell Disease11:34 - Needing a Transplant13:10 - ECMO 20:15 - On the Transplant List22:13 - Heart Transplant Surgery25:00 - New Heart Within a Month26:58 - What Was It Like for You & Your Family?29:49 - Shroud of Peace30:51 - Waking Up With a New Heart33:30 - Coincidence or God?34:18 - How Has Your Life Changed?35:47 - The Helicopter Pilot36:55 - Final Thoughts