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Reborn with Jeremy Simmons
Hosted by Jeremy Simmons · EN
Reborn is a platform founded to explore and understand resilience. Failure, loss, setbacks and disappointment are all a part of the human experience. When we encounter circumstances that are beyond our control, how do we navigate the lows without losing ourselves along the way? How do we allow pain to heal and ultimately transform us? What if our darkest days are actually the doorway to our brightest future? Thank you for joining us. We hope and pray you encounter your own rebirth along the way.
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I Was A Pastor When I Heard The Gospel | Chris Blackeby Pt 2
Jun 1601:15:20Tap to summarizeIn Part 1, Chris Blackeby shared the heartbreaking journey that brought him to the edge of death. A lifetime of chronic illness, devastating betrayal, and unanswered prayers left him questioning everything he thought he knew about God.Part 2 begins with the experience that changed everything.What followed wasn't just physical healing—it was a complete transformation of how Chris understood God, grace, and the Gospel itself.For nearly two decades, Chris has traveled the world sharing a message that has challenged and liberated countless people: the Gospel is Jesus plus nothing.No striving.No earning.No endless effort to gain God's approval.No behavior-based spirituality designed to make you feel like you're always one step away from connection with Him.In this conversation, Chris and Jeremy explore the religious systems that often leave people exhausted, ashamed, and constantly working toward a relationship they already have. Together, they unpack the radical idea that God's love, acceptance, and presence are not rewards to be achieved, but gifts that have already been given.For Jeremy, this message was deeply personal. When Chris first shared these truths years ago, Jeremy was a 31-year-old pastor. Yet for the first time, he felt like he was hearing the Gospel in a way that brought genuine freedom.If you've grown weary of religious performance...If you've felt trapped on a never-ending treadmill of trying harder...If you've walked away from God because religion portrayed Him as distant, disappointed, or impossible to please...This conversation may challenge everything you've been taught.More importantly, it may help you discover the rest, freedom, and connection you've been searching for all along.
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Slowly Dying While God Seems Silent | Chris Blackeby Pt 1
Jun 1601:12:16Tap to summarizeFor most of his life, Chris Blackeby battled a debilitating illness that doctors struggled to explain. Exposure to toxic levels of lead, aluminum, and mercury during childhood left him fighting symptoms that steadily eroded his health, yet somehow he kept moving forward.His body was weak, but his mind and heart were resilient.As a young adult, Chris was rapidly rising in business and on the path to making millions. At the same time, his ministry was growing as his influence continued to expand. The future seemed bright. The next logical step? Marriage.But just as Chris was preparing to propose, he discovered the woman he loved was living a double life. The heartbreak shattered him. What years of illness had failed to accomplish, a broken heart did almost overnight.His health rapidly deteriorated, and doctors gave him only months to live.Convinced he was nearing the end, Chris sold everything he owned and purchased a round-the-world plane ticket, intending to spend his final days traveling. He even bought insurance to ensure his body would be returned to his parents in Australia when he died.This is Part 1 of Chris's remarkable journey through chronic illness, heartbreak, unanswered prayers, and a God who often seemed silent.
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Prison to Private Jets to Peace - Part 2 - Scott Fell's Story
May 601:07:41Tap to summarizeFrom childhood neglect to prison at 15… from the Army at 17 to years of high-functioning alcoholism… to extreme wealth, private jets, and a life that looked successful on the outside —but still wasn’t enough.In Part 2 of this episode of Reborn, we continue to unpack Scott Fell's full journey: what shaped him, what nearly broke him, and the moment everything began to change.Because even after reaching the pinnacle of success, the pain remained. And it forced a deeper question—what actually brings peace?Scott’s story is a reminder that your life isn’t random—it’s a trajectory. And even the darkest chapters can be leveraged for something greater.Peace can’t be consumed. It can’t be bought. It has to be awakened—and sustained by something greater than you.No matter how dark your present feels, a brighter future is waiting.From prison to private jets to peace.If this episode resonated with you, follow Reborn and share it with someone who needs to hear this story.
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Prison to Private Jets to Peace - Part 1 - Scott Fell's Story
May 600:59:09Tap to summarizeFrom childhood neglect to prison at 15… from the Army at 17 to years of high-functioning alcoholism… to extreme wealth, private jets, and a life that looked successful on the outside —but still wasn’t enough.In this episode of Reborn, we unpack Scott Fell's full journey: what shaped him, what nearly broke him, and the moment everything began to change.Because even after reaching the pinnacle of success, the pain remained. And it forced a deeper question—what actually brings peace?Scott’s story is a reminder that your life isn’t random—it’s a trajectory. And even the darkest chapters can be leveraged for something greater.Peace can’t be consumed. It can’t be bought. It has to be awakened—and sustained by something greater than you.No matter how dark your present feels, a brighter future is waiting.From prison to private jets to peace.If this episode resonated with you, follow Reborn and share it with someone who needs to hear this story.
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Blooming Late in Life | Why You’re Not Behind
Apr 1200:28:42Tap to summarizeHave you ever felt like you're late to your own life?Like everyone around you is ahead—financially, relationally, spiritually—and you're just now getting started?That quiet pressure can be heavy. And if you're not careful, it will convince you that you're behind… or worse, that you've missed your window.But what if that’s not true?In this episode, we challenge the belief that life has a fixed timeline—and that success, purpose, or transformation must happen early to matter.Because some of the most meaningful lives don’t unfold on schedule.They unfold through experience, failure, rebuilding, and growth.And what looks like “late” from the outside… may actually be preparation.We talk about:• Why comparison distorts your sense of timing • Real examples of people who bloomed later in life • The hidden advantages of starting later • How your past may be shaping your future And we walk through 3 practical steps to help you stop looking sideways and start moving forward with clarity and confidence.If you’ve been feeling behind, here are three things to start doing today:1. Define your own timeline instead of living by one you inherited 2. Focus on the next step instead of the full picture 3. Limit comparison inputs that pull your attention sideways You’re not behind—you’re becoming.Some things don’t bloom early.They bloom when the roots are ready.And when they do—they last.If this episode resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear it.
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Not Today, Cancer - They Took His Jaw. He Built His Life Back.
Dec 801:39:24Tap to summarizeAt just 38 years old, husband and father of two Beau Barron was diagnosed with an aggressive and extremely rare osteosarcoma of the jaw. The only chance of survival was a life-altering surgery: doctors would remove the entire lower right portion of his jaw and rebuild it using bone from his tibia.What followed was a journey through physical pain, divine provision, decisive action, emotional collapse, PTSD, and a deep internal battle that few ever see.In this episode of Reborn, Beau shares:• The moment he received the diagnosis • The long road of reconstruction and recovery • How PTSD and panic shaped his mental world after cancer • The unexpected role of ayahuasca in his healing journey • What this fight taught him about marriage, fatherhood, faith, and the value of every momentThis is a raw, honest, hope-filled conversation about suffering, resilience, and choosing life in the face of overwhelming odds. Beau’s story is a reminder that even when something is taken from you… it doesn’t have to take you.If you or someone you love has faced cancer, trauma, or a season of darkness, this episode will meet you right where you are.
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Rebuilding Love, Redefining Family - Lacey's Story Part 2 --- How love rebuilds—single motherhood, blending family, and quiet grace.
Nov 400:54:30Tap to summarizeWhen the fairytale ends, the real story begins. Lacey and Jeremy share the beauty and complexity of starting over—faith after divorce, single motherhood, and the miracle of blending families.In Episode 4, Lacey shared the moment she found the courage to walk away—six months pregnant, two toddlers in tow, and a life unraveling around her. In Episode 5, the story turns toward redemption. Lacey and Jeremy open up about fresh beginnings, life as a single mother, and the messy, miraculous beauty of blending families. This is an honest conversation about healing, forgiveness, and how love slowly rebuilds what the fire tried to destroy.What you’ll hear: Finding stable ground as a single mom Dating again after divorce—guardrails, wisdom, red flags The beauty and complexity of merging families Faith, forgiveness, and practical hope for the next chapterIf you missed Part 1, listen to Lacey’s backstory first: Beauty for Ashes: Lacey’s Story (Part 1). — The Reborn Podcast | Real People. Powerful Stories. Hope | Resilience | Redemption.
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Beauty from Ashes - Lacey's Story Part 1
Oct 3000:56:07Tap to summarizeWhat happens when love turns into control — and faith is the only thing left to stand on? This is Part 1 of Lacey’s story, a powerful journey through heartbreak, healing, and the fire that refines us. Lacey grew up in a close-knit Southern community, surrounded by love, faith, and possibility. Creative, beautiful, and spiritually-minded, she carried a heart that saw the good in everyone—sometimes to a fault. After graduating from Auburn, she was quickly swept off her feet by an older, charming, and persistent man. It all happened so fast, there was barely time to say “no.” What began as a fairytale soon turned into a storm of secrecy, control, and quiet suffering. After 10 years —with two young boys depending on her and a third on the way—she made the impossible decision to walk away. This is Part 1 of Lacey’s story—a story of faith, resilience, and of a woman who found supernatural rest in the midst of rebuilding her life.
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Mindset Matters - Affirmations to start your day
Oct 600:37:20Tap to summarizeHow is your self talk? Mine used to be toxic. Back in 2021, starting my day with these affirmations changed my life: Begin each affirmation with, “Because I am a son/ daughter (of God)…” Money Money comes to me easily and effortlessly. I am a good steward of all resources entrusted to me. I constantly attract opportunities that create more money. I am worthy of making more money. I am open and receptive to all the wealth life offers me. My actions create constant prosperity. Money and spirituality can co-exist in harmony. Love & Relationships I am full of positive loving energy. I welcome love and friendship into my life. I am a loving and supportive spouse. I deserve love and I receive it in abundance. I am loved. I am loving. I am lovable. I am a loving husband, father, son and friend. I give out love and it is returned to me multiplied manyfold. Self I forgive myself and set myself free. I believe I can be all that I want to be. I am in the process of becoming the best version of myself. I have the freedom & power to create the life I desire. I choose to be kind to myself and love myself unconditionally. My possibilities are endless. am worthy of my dreams. I am enough. Health I deserve to be healthy and feel good. I am full of energy and vitality and my mind is calm and peaceful. Every day I am getting healthier and stronger. I honor my body by trusting the signals that it sends me. Joy I am grateful to be alive. It is my joy and pleasure to live another wonderful day. Joy is my birthright. I choose to be happy. Being joyful comes easy to me. Joy is my second nature. Good things are happening.
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Surfing, Surrender and Finding Your Flow
Jul 3100:35:53Tap to summarizeAre you hustling and hedging, fighting to maintain your kung fu grip on every aspect of your life? How's that working out for you? In this episode we explore the freedom that can be found in surrendering control. What if the secret to life feels less like work and more like flow? What if we can synchronize our efforts with a greater Force at work around us? Dive in!
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