Share your thoughts We dive deep into seven fascinating, historically-grounded facts about the resurrection of Jesus Christ that might surprise you and matter to your life right now. Walking through compelling evidence from historical sources, we examine how the most significant event in human history continues to transform lives today. • No one expected a resurrection - not even Jesus' closest friends, making their testimony more credible • Women were the first witnesses in a culture where ...
Share your thoughts Allison Kozlow's first mission trip to Mexico became the unexpected answer to years of fear and anxiety, transforming her into a bold witness for Christ and sparking revival in her community. • Allison used an unexpected inheritance to fulfill a long-forgotten dream of mission work • After losing her mother at 22, Allison spent years away from faith, battling addiction and depression • The deaths of her father and husband to cancer within two years broke her completely • ...
Share your thoughts What happens when everything you think defines you is suddenly stripped away? In this episode, Erika Allison Lambro shares her remarkable journey from rejecting her Christian upbringing to embracing an LGBTQ identity, Buddhist spirituality, and activism against the church—only to have it all crumble after a cancer diagnosis at age 40. For 25 years, she distanced herself from her family and faith, even writing a book titled "Gay the Pray Away" challenging the church'...
Share your thoughts Chris and Lindsay Tucker share how taking their 8 and 10-year-old children on a mission trip to Thailand with World Missions Alliance changed and challenged them as a family. • Preparing their children through family prayer for Thailand and Southeast Asia • Addressing fears about children's safety, comfort and behavior in an unfamiliar culture • Children have the "same Holy Spirit" as adults, not a "junior Holy Spirit" • Witnessing their 8-year-old daughter lead a m...
Share your thoughts Philip Todd, Chief Economist for the US Senate Homeland Security Committe, shares his extraordinary journey of faith and forgiveness after surviving a brutal, unprovoked knife attack in Washington DC two years ago. Despite life-threatening injuries and his attacker still awaiting trial due to mental health issues, Philip shares how this experience changed his vew of justice and what are his hopes for his attacker. • Forgiveness as a deliberate choice prompted b...
Share your thoughts Today's episode dives into the intricate relationship between faith, politics, and citizenship through a conversation with Dr. Daniel Bennett, highlighting the challenges Christians face when balancing their allegience to the Kingdom of God with the responsibilities of their earthly citizenship. We explore the key themes of navigating our loyalty to our faith, political engagement and what the love of our country looks like from a Christian perspective. • Discussion of Di...
Share your thoughts Join us for a conversation between Helen Todd and Dr. Mike Brown that connects the grand narrative of the Bible with the individual purpose in our lives. Dr, Brown shares insights on how understanding scripture can inspire usto discover and to walk confidently in our calling. • Discussion on the importance of viewing the Bible as one continuous story • Insights into feeling adequate in our spiritual journey and responsibilities • The power of God's Word illust...
Share your thoughts Unlock the secrets to building a spiritually fulfilling home amidst modern chaos with Clayton Greene, co-author of "Building Spiritual Habits in the Home." Clayton joins us to share invaluable insights on nurturing a faith-driven environment for families, drawing inspiration from his successful creation, Advent Blocks. Together, we explore practical strategies and grace-filled advice for aligning your home's atmosphere with your spiritual goals, ensuring that these habits ...
Share your thoughts The episode revolves around the intersection of biblical artifacts that prove the historic value of the Word of God and the future of world missions. The conversation between host Helen Todd and renowned historian Dr. Scott Carroll emphasizes the importance of history in deepening one's faith. Dr. Scott Carroll shares insights into his extraordinary collection, highlighting how each artifact tells a story of God's word and mission throughout the ages. • Overview of t...
Share your thoughts World migration has 281 million people today living in countries and culture not their own. How can the church meet the needs of multicultural congreagations? Do we have to adjust theology to reach the people of different cultures with the Gospel? Host Helen Todd talks with Osoba Otaigbe, about the role of cultural intelligence in today's diverse church settings. Osoba, a Baptist minister and author, provides an interesting perspective on how cultural backgrounds may...
Share your thoughts An unexpected tragedy can break our spirit or awaken us to God's presence and power. That's precisely what happened to Debra Stout after a Christmas morning house fire stripped her of everything she has held dear, including her career as a teacher. Rather than focusing on what she had lost, Debra held on to the fact that God miraculously spared her life. She became a believer in miracles and made it her mission to awaken others to the power of God's presence and work. An a...
Share your thoughts Dr. Todd Bowman discusses his unique approach to treating sexual addiction, blending faith and science. A notable figure in the realm of Christian psychology, Dr. Bowman joins us to unpack the complex and often concealed issue of sexual addiction within faith communities. Are you aware that over 60% of Christian men and a striking number of women are affected by pornography addiction? In our conversation, Dr. Bowman, with insights drawn from his book "Rec...
Share your thoughts Have you ever felt like your past was too broken to redeem? Tetyana Zabroda's story is proof that God can turn even the darkest beginnings into something beautiful. Born in Kiev, Ukraine, Tetyana from the very young age became aware that she was a product of rape and her biologocal father was a terrible man. Her mother chose not to have an abortion and tried to give her a good life while carrying the burden of the traumatic past. Tetyana's grandmother was the only on...
Share your thoughts If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in a situation you knew wasn’t right, but felt powerless to leave, you’re going to relate to this episode. Shirleen Smith faced the challenge of being addicted to a relationship that was not healthy. It almost cost her family, career and her relationship with God. But through the foundation of faith since early childhood and choosing God above her personal needs, she not only found the strength to break free but also di...
Share your thoughts Why did Jesus have to die on the cross? Brian Zahnd, pastor and author of "The Wood Between the Worlds," talks with host Helen Todd about the intricate dimensions of the mystery of the cross, including capital punishment, war, and the distinction between divine and human violence. Hear about the early church's evolving perspectives on these contentious topics and Brian's position on how the cross embodies God’s forgiveness through enduring human violence, rather than...
Share your thoughts Discover how to make prayer as natural as breathing with our special guest, Sherry Harney! Sherry, the author of "Organic Prayer," joins host Helen Todd to share her wisdom on cultivating a continuous prayer life inspired by 1 Thessalonians 5:17. Together, they address the challenges of maintaining a consistent prayer routine and explore how prayer can organically deepen our connection with Christ and His mission. You will hear practical strategies for integrating prayer i...
Share your thoughts Facing life's toughest trials can either strengthen or shatter one's faith. Long-term suffering often leaves us yearning for miraculous interventions, yet this doesn't happen to everyone who cries out to God. In this episode, host Helen Todd explores an incredible journey of finding purpose in and through suffering with author Ben Locke. Ben opens up about his severe illness that abruptly halted his promising career as a collegiate athelete, overcoming the trauma of ...
Share your thoughts What lead a devout Muslim boy from Albania to radically change his beliefs and embrace Christianity? In this episode Hervin Fushikati, hares his journey from a strict Muslim upbringing to discovering faith in Christ. Hervin's story is intertwined with the rich history of Albania, once known as Illyricum, and its turbulent journey through the centuries. From being a Christian nation mentioned in the Bible to enduring Ottoman rule and becoming a predominantly Mu...
Share your thoughts What is the root of the Blakan conflict, how to solve it and why you should care? Serbian pastor Bera talks with host Helen Todd about the intricate history of this turbulent region. They explore how Orthodoxy, Catholicism, and Islam have created a mosaic of national identities and fueled ongoing animosities that complicate the spread of evangelical Christianity. Pastor Bera provides a unique lens on the enduring religious tensions and shares how his small evangelica...
Share your thoughts On a pilgrimage to Mecca with her parents, 4-year-old "Amina" witnessed the beheading of a woman. This traumatic event left her growing up in fear of Allah and the world around her. In this episode of the Limitless Spirit Podcast, host Helen Todd interviews Amina (not her real name)—a devout Muslim from Kuwait who found Christ after moving to the United States. Throughout her life, Amina felt that the impersonal god she was taught about “didn’t match” the God who created ...