Ordinary Grit

This is just two newlyweds talking about dating a widow, loving and grieving, godly relationships and so much more. Some questions answered that everyone seems to want to know and some not so much lol just enjoy the chit chat of two trying to navigate bothness and glorify God in the process .

John Wesley is a friend I met a few years ago as he was walking through addiction recovery. This is a story of resilience, grit, salvation and Jesus power, using people who know and love Him to change lives. I’m so grateful for John Wesley’s story and hope it brings hope to you—that salvation is available to all of us and maybe YOU might be used to help bring someone to the Lord!

This story has given me a literal front row seat to to joy and sorrow, good and hard. I'm so excited for how God is writing this one, giving us immeasurably more than we could ask or imagine.

This is a fabulous, timely conversation about how we can not only tolerate but be friends with and love people we disagree with. Dan & Brennan's Story is challenging, edifying, and going to fill you up!

Dwayne puts a fresh perspective on a topic many Christians avoid...Money. Growing up poor, becoming a success, and giving glory to God all along the way, Dwayne's Story will challenge you. Are you willing to surrender to God and take a risk? What does God say about money and making money? Do you have God at the center of your legacy-making journey?

Ryan's inspiring story perfectly illustrates how God is our loving Father, regardless of our upbringing or our circumstances. Listen to how he overcame, forgave, and chose to follow God's plan for his life.

Sara's Story is one of fierce obedience. Listen as she describes how to follow God even when it looks nothing like your plan.

This is part two of my story. The part where we were obedient, followed God's lead and adopted five siblings from Peru. The process of falling in love with these kids, fighting to make them ours, learning and grieving with them has taught me so much about God's faithfulness.

Emily has fought through pain, loss, and grief. Even during her trials, God gently brought her back to Him. There's no limit on what we'll go through in this life, but there's also no limit on what God will do to pursue us. Emily's Story is one of resilience and unconditional love.

Britain's Story is one of loss, endurance, and grace. Even though her life has had many unexpected turns, God has seen her through. In her words, "she's tethered herself to him." By leaning on Him, she's been able to have joy and zeal no matter the circumstances. I hope Britain's Story inspires you to tether yourself to God even during the most difficult times.

A family legacy is sometimes built in the most unexpected ways. Bruce's story is proof that God can restore anything. He will meet you where you're at, even if it's a cold storage room, and He'll change you. When we allow that change, He can redeem even the darkest stories. I hope this episode inspires you to choose obedience and faith, even when it's hard. Bruce made that choice many years ago and it will continue to bless his family for many generations to come.

If you've ever wondered what purposeful living looks this is the episode for you. Lacey came from humble roots and learned the importance of hard work early in life. She's taken her experience and built a business and a family with God at the center. Listen to Lacey's Story as we talk money, faith, and family.

Shawn and Chance are the hosts of the podcast Dadvice. These two friends felt led to start a podcast, and their reason why might not be what you're expecting. The manly advice they share on Dadvice isn't how to change a tire or throw a great curve ball. Men in our society are taught to be strong and tough under pressure, but what happens when that pressure starts fueling anxiety and unworthiness? In this episode, Shawn and Chance get vulnerable about failure, dad guilt, and the weight of leading and providing for a family in the way that God intended. I hope men and women alike are inspired by their transparency and willingness to approach a topic not often talked about.

This is my story, at least part of it. In this episode, I share my love story with my late husband, Scott. It wasn't a whirlwind romance by any means. We started as friends and both wrestled with God in different ways about our relationship. Looking back, I see how God prepared each of us for what was to come. My marriage and friendship with Scott is something I'm most proud of, not because it was perfect, but because it was rooted in Christ. Our love story is now my testimony.

Jean's childhood was close to perfect and she expected her adult life to be just as easy. And it was...until one day changed everything. Her seemingly perfect life spiraled into a season of disappointment, fear, and addiction. While Jean longed for a deeper relationship with God, the journey of getting there was harder than she ever imagined. But, God rescued her. He pulled her close to Him and healed her. Now she runs a ministry helping free others from the same things that once held her captive.Listen to Jean's powerful story of redemption, restoration, and how following God's call changes everything.

She could've chosen to dwell in the past, and been paralyzed by her pain. No one would've blamed her. But instead, she chose to fight. She chose to believe what HE said about her and her story. During the fight, she reclaimed what the devil tried to steal from her. She allowed God to turn her wounds into weapons, and now she's paving the way for others to live healed, and free from the shame of their past. I hope you're moved by Melodie's story of fierce perseverance, grit, and healing.

From a young age, David was surrounded by generational trauma. Drugs, violence, and gangs were the norm for his family and friends. But even in the midst of chaos and unbelief, God was there. Listen to David's powerful story of how God can restore ANYTHING. If we surrender our life and plans to Him, he will meet us wherever we are, even if it's a jail cell, facing life in prison.

Fawn's life has been full of ups and downs, but her relationship with God has always been her top priority. When you meet Fawn, the word regal comes to mind. She accomplished so much, that people likely wonder how she does it all. In this episode, Fawn answers that exact question. Aside from being a real estate powerhouse, a speaker, and a published author, Fawn serves on the Board of Directors for Child Rescue in South America. She also makes trips to Africa where she is a featured speaker at conferences and on Christian radio. I hope Fawn's Story helps you see God's faithfulness in your own life. May this episode motivate and inspire you to take risks and do big things for God's Kingdom.

When Marsha's daughter experienced a life-threatening medical emergency, instead of giving into fear she leaned into God. She focused intently on His voice. Listen to Marsha's story of bold faith, and how listening to God's voice, and more importantly, responding changed everything.

From a young age, my son Gerson and his four siblings lived in an orphanage in Peru. After being adopted, Gerson not only had to adjust to his new family and his new life in the United States, but he was also contending with a medical mystery. Getting progressively worse, and affecting his life on a daily basis, we had to get answers. Listen to Gerson's story of being a teenager in a new country while navigating physical and emotional challenges.