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StoryTellers Live
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On the StoryTellers Live podcast, everyday women share personal stories of the hope found in Jesus Christ. From stories about sorrow and suffering to redemption and joy, these real life encounters with the Lord reveal what God can do when we trust Him with the details of our lives.
Listen in each Wednesday and the first Mondays of the month, and get ready for your faith to increase, for freedom in Christ to be found, and for your perspective to be shifted towards eternity!
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Where Hope Meets You Series: The Story Continues with Leslie Presson :: [Episode 385]
2w ago00:27:30Tap to summarizeAs we conclude our Where Hope Meets You: The Story Continues series, Katie sits down with Leslie Presson for a conversation about God's faithfulness through life's hardest seasons. Leslie's original story aired a little over three years ago and focused on the ways in which the Lord prepared her for and used her through her breast cancer journey. You can listen to her story by clicking here. Today, Leslie shares how the Lord has recently walked her and her family through another significant health crisis with her husband and how God used her previous trials to strengthen her for this one. Together, Katie and Leslie also discuss the importance of praying Scripture, staying tethered to Jesus, taking life one day at a time, and fighting the lies of the enemy in seasons of waiting. Leslie also shares how suffering can deepen our intimacy with God and offers practical wisdom for couples navigating difficult circumstances. Be sure to listen to the very end, where she shares the itinerary for her annual marriage retreat - a meaningful tradition filled with encouragement and intentionality. _________________________________________________________ Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Leslie and all of our season 9 storytellers! Check out Leslie's ministry Hope Blooms Order our new devotional Where Hope Meets You: A Daily Reminder of the Comfort and Confidence in God's Promises by Katie Dunn! YES, you can continue to hear NEW stories over the summer! Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access stories straight from our live gatherings around the country periodically posted on Mondays and Fridays! You can also listen to previously posted stories on Throwback Thursdays over the summer! Purchase or listen to one of our When God Shows Up Bible studies~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Want to see details on any upcoming events? Click HERE! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings taking place across the country, and much more!! FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook!
Transcribe →Where Hope Meets You Series: The Story Continues with Susan Simon :: [Episode 384]
3w ago00:25:04Tap to summarizeWe're nearing the end of our six-week series, Where Hope Meets You: The Story Continues, and today we're honored to bring you a conversation with Susan Simon. Susan first shared her story in Episode 136, The Scars That Shaped Me, and today she joins us again to reflect on how God has continued to faithfully carry her through the years. With wisdom, humility, and a deep love for God's Word, Susan reminds us that nothing is outside of God's sovereignty and that even our suffering has purpose. She encourages us to move beyond simply knowing about God to truly knowing Him in our hearts, continually pointing us back to the truth of who He is and who we are in Him. If your faith feels weak or weary today, this conversation offers the encouragement of someone who has walked through life's deepest storms and found God faithful every step of the way. Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Susan and all of our season 9 storytellers! Order our new devotional Where Hope Meets You: A Daily Reminder of the Comfort and Confidence in God's Promises by Katie Dunn! YES, you can keep hearing NEW stories over the summer! Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access stories straight from our live gatherings around the country! Purchase or listen to one of our When God Shows Up Bible studies~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Want to see details on any upcoming events? Click HERE! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings taking place across the country, and much more!! FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook!
Transcribe →Where Hope Meets You Series: The Story Continues with Rachel Temple :: [Episode383 ]
4w ago00:22:28Tap to summarizeAs we step into the second half of our Where Hope Meets You: The Story Continues series, we're sitting down today with Rachel Temple. Rachel's original story reflected God's pursuing love and her surrender to His grace. If you haven't heard it yet, you can listen here. Today, Rachel joins podcast host Katie Dunn to talk about how God's grace continues to meet her in everyday life - covering, shaping, and sustaining her. She shares what it looks like to not only receive that grace, but to live defined by it, extend it to others, and keep an audience of One at the center of it all. This episode will resonate with anyone who wrestles with control - and let's be honest, isn't that all of us? _____________________________________________________________________ Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Rachel and all of our season 9 storytellers! Order our new devotional Where Hope Meets You: A Daily Reminder of the Comfort and Confidence in God's Promises by Katie Dunn! YES, you can continue to hear NEW stories over the summer! Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access stories straight from our live gatherings around the country periodically posted on Mondays and Fridays! You can also listen to previously posted stories on Throwback Thursdays! Purchase or listen to one of our When God Shows Up Bible studies~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Want to see details on any upcoming events? Click HERE! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings taking place across the country, and much more!!
Transcribe →Where Hope Meets You Series: The Story Continues with Juleigh Green :: [Episode 382]
Jun 2400:22:19Tap to summarizeWe're in week three of our six-week series, The Story Continues, featuring contributors from our new devotional, Where Hope Meets You. Today, we sit down with Juleigh Green, who first shared her story nearly five years ago about her journey through cancer—not once, but twice. You can listen to her original story here. In today's conversation, you'll quickly discover that Juleigh's bold faith and unwavering trust in God's healing power are truly contagious. With honesty and vulnerability, she shares the fears she still faces and the ways God faithfully redirects her heart to the hope found in His sovereignty, goodness, and love. You'll also hear how the Lord has used Juleigh's powerful story to bring hope, encouragement, and comfort to others navigating their own cancer diagnoses. Her story is a beautiful reminder that God continues to work through our experiences long after the chapter we first shared has ended. ____________________________________________________ Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Juleigh and all of our season 9 storytellers! Preorder our new devotional "Where Hope Meets You: A Daily Reminder of the Comfort and Confidence in God's Promises" by Katie Dunn! YES, you can keep hearing NEW stories over the summer! Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access stories straight from our live gatherings around the country! Purchase or listen to one of our When God Shows Up Bible studies~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Want to see our upcoming events? Click HERE! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings taking place across the country, and much more!! FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook!
Transcribe →Where Hope Meets You Series: The Story Continues with Kristy Bridgers :: [Episode 381]
Jun 1700:20:27Tap to summarizeWhere Hope Meets You Series: The Story Continues with Kristy Bridgers :: [Episode 381] Today, we are in week two of our special podcast series featuring Storytellers from our new devotional, Where Hope Meets You. In this episode, podcast host Katie Dunn reconnects with Kristy Bridgers, who first shared her powerful journey to sobriety with our Oxford community. You can listen to her story HERE. Just as she originally shared her story, Kristy is refreshingly honest, vulnerable, and authentic as she reflects on all the Lord has taught her over the years. From laying down the masks she once wore, to letting go of striving and performance, to discovering the beauty of slowing down and becoming self-aware, Kristy offers a beautiful picture of the freedom found in Jesus Christ. Her story is a reminder that true healing begins when we allow God to meet us exactly where we are. _________________________________________________________ Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Kristy and all of our season 9 storytellers! Preorder our new devotional "Where Hope Meets You: A Daily Reminder of the Comfort and Confidence in God's Promises" by Katie Dunn! YES, you can continue to hear NEW stories over the summer! Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access stories straight from our live gatherings around the country! Purchase or listen to one of our When God Shows Up Bible studies~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Want to see our upcoming events? Click HERE! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings taking place across the country, and much more!! FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook!
Transcribe →Where Hope Meets You Series: The Story Continues with Alesha Hollinger :: [Episode 380]
Jun 1000:19:51Tap to summarizeFor the next six weeks on the StoryTellers Live podcast, we'll be sitting down with several of the storytellers featured in our new devotional, Where Hope Meets You. Our prayer is that through these conversations, you'll be reminded that no story is beyond the reach of God's grace and that His mercies are truly new every morning. After this series, we will take a 7-week sabbatical and then return to the podcast with NEW stories from our live gatherings this Fall on September 9th! In today's episode, podcast host Katie Dunn talks with Alesha Hollinger. You can listen to Alesha's original story by clicking HERE. A little over three years ago, Alesha's life changed forever when she was shot in the face during a mass shooting. Two years later, she courageously shared her story at one of our live gatherings just outside of Atlanta. In today's conversation, Alesha reflects on the ways God revealed His presence, power, peace, and faithfulness not only on the day of the shooting but in the days, months, and years that followed. This heartfelt episode is a powerful reminder that even when life takes an unexpected turn, God is still near, still faithful, and still writing our stories. _________________________________________________________ Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Alesha and all of our season 9 storytellers! Preorder our new devotional "Where Hope Meets You: A Daily Reminder of the Comfort and Confidence in God's Promises" by Katie Dunn! YES, you can continue to hear NEW stories over the summer! Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access stories straight from our live gatherings around the country! Purchase or listen to one of our When God Shows Up Bible studies~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings happening around the country, and much more!! FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook!
Transcribe →Surrender and Follow - A Story of Finding Your Identity in Christ :: Ashley Stockard's Story :: [Episode 379]
Jun 300:38:05Tap to summarizeSurrendering our plans to the Lord is rarely easy. Every step can be met with questions, doubts, and fears that press in on our decisions. And yet, as today's storyteller reminds us, it is in surrender that we discover true freedom. On today's podcast, Ashley Stockard, who shared at our Vestavia, Alabama live gathering, reflects on her faith journey and the ways the Lord faithfully pursued her heart—drawing her in, capturing her attention, and ultimately leading her to live with open hands. Through her story, Ashley gently reminds us that surrendering to the Lord, following His lead, and loving Him above all else is where our true identity is revealed and our purpose is found. VERSE OF THE WEEK: See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. Isaiah 43:19 CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Surrender your plans to the Lord, follow His lead and watch Him move. _____________________________________________________________________ Listen to a similar story: Episode 282- Grace McKissick: "From the World to the Word" Download a phone background of the weekly verse HERE! Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Ashley Preorder our new devotional "Where Hope Meets You: A Daily Reminder of the Comfort and Confidence in God's Promises" by Katie Dunn Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access new stories straight from our live gatherings around the country! Download audio or purchase one of our studies in the When God Shows Up Bible study series ~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Want to see our upcoming events? Click HERE! Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings happening around the country, and much more!! FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook!
Transcribe →From a Music Career to Ministry: A Couple's Story of Calling, Marriage, and Purpose :: Sara & Chris Ekiss' Story :: [Episode 378]
May 2700:37:14Tap to summarizeToday, we're excited to bring you a unique and powerful story from our Tupelo, Mississippi community. Sara and Chris Ekiss share their individual faith journeys, how the Lord brought them together, and the ways He deepened their faith early in their marriage. When Chris sensed God calling him away from being the lead singer of a secular band and into ministry, their lives took an unexpected turn, one that required trust, surrender, and a deep reliance on God's provision. This is a story about making your faith your own, moving beyond the foundation of family and discovering a personal, vibrant relationship with the Lord. It's also a story of learning to trust God's guidance, His timing, and His faithfulness as He leads us exactly where we're meant to be. VERSE OF THE WEEK: "May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us - yes, establish the work of our hands." Psalm 90:17 CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: In what ways have your faith and prayer life become your own over the years? Praise God for the ways in which He has pursued your heart and established the work of your hands. _________________________________________________________ Listen to a similar story: Episode 309- Katie & JT Thornbury: "Seek and You Will Find: A Marriage and Salvation Story" Download a phone background of the weekly verse HERE! Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Sara & Chris Preorder our new devotional "Where Hope Meets You: A Daily Reminder of the Comfort and Confidence in God's Promises" by Katie Dunn Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access new stories straight from our live gatherings around the country! Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible Study series~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Are you interested in one-on-one coaching with our very own Robyn Kown!? Click HERE! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings happening around the country, and much more!! FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook!
Transcribe →God's Steady Faithfulness :: Beth Tappan's Story [Episode 377]
May 2000:29:08Tap to summarizeIn today's episode, we're reminded that the hardest and most unexpected parts of life are often where we experience God's presence most deeply. Beth Tappan, who serves on our Charleston, South Carolina community team, shares her story of growing up in an adoptive family and the profound influence of both her adoptive and biological mothers. Through loss and discovery, Beth's journey unfolds in remarkable ways—especially after the passing of her parents, when she connects with her biological mother and learns of a history of breast cancer. Because of that connection, Beth begins early screenings and ultimately discovers cancer at an early stage, an outcome that may not have been possible otherwise. Through it all, she sees God's hand guiding her story in ways she never could have planned, encouraging us to know that God's faithfulness is not dependent on ours. He always remains steady, present, and good. VERSE OF THE WEEK: "Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you, before you were born, I set you apart." Jeremiah 1:5 CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Reflect on the truth that God knew you before you were born and praise Him for the ways in which He has shown His faithfulness to you throughout your life. _______________________________________________________________________________ Listen to a similar story: Episode 29- Heather Rhodes: "From Heart Surgery To Cancer To Adoption" Download a phone background of the weekly verse HERE! Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Beth Preorder our new devotional "Where Hope Meets You: A Daily Reminder of the Comfort and Confidence in God's Promises" by Katie Dunn Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access new stories straight from our live gatherings around the country! Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible Study series~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Are you interested in one-on-one coaching with our very own Robyn Kown!? Click HERE! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings happening around the country, and much more!! FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook!
Transcribe →When Addiction Hits Close to Home :: Lindsey Cross' Story :: [Episode 376]
May 1300:43:32Tap to summarizeAddiction touches countless families. Nearly half of U.S. adults say they've had a close friend or family member struggle with drug or alcohol dependency. Yet even in the darkest places, there is real hope, healing, and redemption through Jesus. In today's episode, Lindsey Cross, who shared at one of our newest Storytellers Live gatherings in Mobile, Alabama, invites us into her story. On the outside, her family seemed to have it all together, but beneath the surface, her husband was quietly battling addiction. With honesty and courage, Lindsey shares the shock, heartbreak, and unraveling that followed this discovery. But more importantly, she points us to the steady, redeeming work of God, who meets us in our pain and, through His grace, mercy, and unfailing love, brings beauty from ashes. VERSE OF THE WEEK: God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1 CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: God calls you to surrender, trust, and believe. Is there an area of your life where you need to practice these disciplines? Rest in knowing God is your refuge, strength, and ever-present help. _________________________________________________________ Listen to Lindsey's sister's story: Episode 159- Ashley McCrary: "Heaven is So Much Better" Listen to a similar story: Episode 54- Ashley & Bryan Stockard: "Redemption After Addiction" We offer Spotify playlists! Click HERE to listen to stories on addiction. Download a phone background of the weekly verse HERE! Give to StoryTellers Live in honor of Lindsey Join us "In the Room" on Patreon to access new stories straight from our live gatherings around the country! Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible Study series~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Are you interested in one-on-one coaching with our very own Robyn Kown!? Click HERE! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter for upcoming events, new podcast episodes, details on our live gatherings happening around the country, and much more!! FOLLOW US on Instagram and Facebook!
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