THIS IS MY STORYJoin Olympic sprinter Ronnie Baker as he shares his powerful journey from chasing validation on the track to finding true purpose in faith. Despite running the third-fastest 60m dash in history, winning multiple NCAA championships, and breaking collegiate records, Ronnie reveals how his father's absence and personal struggles left him perpetually unsatisfied—even after making the USA team for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
In this raw testimony, Ronnie opens up about his heartbreaking fifth-place finish, the depression that followed, and the life-changing moment he discovered God's unconditional love through Scripture. After years of wrestling with pride and competitiveness, he returned to Tokyo for the World Championships, winning gold in the 4x100 relay—but emphasizes that his spiritual transformation far outweighs any medal.
If you've ever felt abandoned in your lows or questioned your purpose, Ronnie's story is a reminder that God never leaves us and is perfecting us through every trial. "I'm Ronnie Baker, and this is my story." Don't miss this inspiring episode—subscribe to This is My Story for more real-life testimonies of hope and redemption. Like, comment, and share how faith has impacted your life!
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More Than A Medal- A Ronnie Baker StoryTHIS IS MY STORY2026-02-28 | Join Olympic sprinter Ronnie Baker as he shares his powerful journey from chasing validation on the track to finding true purpose in faith. Despite running the third-fastest 60m dash in history, winning multiple NCAA championships, and breaking collegiate records, Ronnie reveals how his father's absence and personal struggles left him perpetually unsatisfied—even after making the USA team for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
In this raw testimony, Ronnie opens up about his heartbreaking fifth-place finish, the depression that followed, and the life-changing moment he discovered God's unconditional love through Scripture. After years of wrestling with pride and competitiveness, he returned to Tokyo for the World Championships, winning gold in the 4x100 relay—but emphasizes that his spiritual transformation far outweighs any medal.
If you've ever felt abandoned in your lows or questioned your purpose, Ronnie's story is a reminder that God never leaves us and is perfecting us through every trial. "I'm Ronnie Baker, and this is my story." Don't miss this inspiring episode—subscribe to This is My Story for more real-life testimonies of hope and redemption. Like, comment, and share how faith has impacted your life!
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Request permission to show this video at your group event: form.jotform.com/252225025223039Identity After the Olympics - Ronnie BakerTHIS IS MY STORY2026-03-09 | That crushing moment when everything crashes down... 😔 Olympic sprinter Ronnie Baker opens up about hitting rock bottom after Tokyo 2021—realizing he had no foundation, facing true depression, and questioning his entire purpose. "I never really understood depression until it happened to me." From endless rumination to a life-changing self-reflection: Why am I doing this? Watch the full raw testimony on our channel (link in bio/comments) for his journey to faith and gold. 🙌 #RonnieBaker #OlympicStruggles #MentalHealth #FaithJourney #DepressionRecovery #TrackAndField #ThisIsMyStoryOlympic Disappointment for Ronnie BakerTHIS IS MY STORY2026-03-04 | How did USA Track and Field Star Ronnie Baker respond to the disappointment of losing the 100m final at the Tokyo Olympics? Watch the full story to hear how it changed is life. youtu.be/WwlcSmGS9uc?si=lZaU-J0Dpn9IeJKqYoure going to be an Olympian someday...THIS IS MY STORY2025-09-23 | 🏅 "You're gonna be an Olympian someday." Alex Young didn’t believe it at first. 😔 From doubt to determination, his journey to the Olympic stage is a must-see! Watch the full story to see how faith and grit turned his dreams into reality. youtu.be/0Hz9K1A1omI?si=nu9w-jpNG00laH0jNo Matter the Difficulties, Dont Give Up!THIS IS MY STORY2025-09-18 | 🥉 From no team, no funding, and COVID setbacks to Olympic glory! Alex Young’s story of perseverance will inspire you to keep pushing forward. 💪 Watch the full journey on our YouTube page.From Zero to Hero NCAA Champ to USA Championships WinnerTHIS IS MY STORY2025-09-15 | Meet Alex Young, Olympic hammer thrower from La Vergne, TN, whose story of faith and grit will leave you inspired! 💪 From battling bullying and financial hardships to earning a spot on the Olympic trials podium, Alex’s journey shows there are no limits with God. 🙏
Watch how he turned struggles into strength and found his true calling in Christ. This is a story of resilience, purpose, and triumph! ✨
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12th Rock Website - 12throck.org Donate to This Is My Story- thisismystory.org/supportLimitless: The Hammer Throw Story of Olympian Alex YoungTHIS IS MY STORY2025-09-10 | Join Alex Young on his inspiring journey from La Vergne, Tennessee, to becoming an Olympic hammer thrower. In this heartfelt story, Alex shares how his faith, resilience, and determination helped him overcome bullying, financial struggles, and self-doubt. From nearly retiring in 2020 to standing on the Olympic trials podium, Alex’s story is a testament to perseverance and trusting in a higher purpose. Discover how he transformed challenges into opportunities and redefined his identity through his God-given talents.
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Request permission to show this video at your group event: form.jotform.com/252225025223039JESSE CARBO - Finding Peace And Rest For Your Soul in Difficult SeasonsTHIS IS MY STORY2022-12-10 | The world searches for peace for the soul. We search far and wide to find a replacement for God to fill this empty space. But in the pursuit of this we end up still coming back to more questions about how to find it. Jesse Carbo points us to Hebrews 4 from the Bible to shed light on that journey to peace. Along with this passage we discuss how difficult it is to let go and let God.IS BEING A CHRISTIAN BORING? - Interview w/ Tommy SewallTHIS IS MY STORY2022-09-15 | I sat down with Tommy Sewall to record another episode where once again I am reminded of the power of STORY. There is something so simple about Tommy's journey, yet so profound at the same time.
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I think this is a very powerful episode because we hear a simple journey to God from someone who made this decision when he was only 15 years old. He committed his life to growing in his faith. He got married young and quickly became a leader after graduating from Bible College.
You might be asking, "what's so powerful about that?" Where is the "miracle"? What huge obstacle did Tommy have to overcome?
And years ago, I would likely be thinking... "meh," after hearing a simple journey without drama or heavy pain points.
The problem with this view, is that it is a warped view of the story.
For much of my life, I felt more drawn to the crazy story. I remember reading the book "Martyrs For Christ," a book full of Christians who died on the mission field, advancing the Gospel. I believe our American Churches are even part of the problem because we seek out the more unbelievable stories to tell. Perhaps it's because we want the "wow factor." Don't get me wrong, the story is always about God, and so yes, even the wild and crazy turn around stories should be proclaimed. They are great testimonies to the power of God to bring hope to even the most hopeless situation. But not at the expense of celebrating stories like Tommy Sewall's.
I hope wherever you are listening or watching this episode that you will take a few moments to reflect on your journey to God. Maybe even write down a few key moments. I think you'll be surprised what you discover from a simple exercise like this.
Remember, God's story is alive inside of you. There is a LOT of potential for your story to impact your own life and lives around you. Dive into it!
Enjoy!LIVING WITH A DISEASE AND FINDING PEACE - Interview w/ Chris Maxwell / AUTHOR of EQUILIBRIUMTHIS IS MY STORY2022-08-26 | I reached out to my friend Chris Maxwell to help me understand how to have peace and more balance because his life was unraveled by a disease. However, Chris has found peace on his journey and I believe his story can help anyone who is not regularly experience peace in his/her life.
I hope you enjoy this 25 minute conversation and that you'll find his story helpful for your journey.
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Every person has a story related to their health. In the 1st Century Church, Christ followers pooled together to take care of the needs of their community.
But is this concept possible today?
Unfortunately the church as an institution is not meeting health care needs for believers in the same way. I suppose denominational differences, budget concerns and low tithing among other factors left this void.
So, is there a para-Church organization that runs on the same Biblical model we read about in the book of Acts or are we stuck with high premiums and less than ideal customer care?
We have good news! CHM is the worlds largest Biblically based, low cost sharing model and has amazing customer care services!
I created this 15 minute episode with Ronnie Hopkins II, who works for Cristian Healthcare Ministries. Can't wait for you to learn more about this amazing organization, how they operate and what it's like to work there.
MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)MAKING DEALS WITH GOD - Interview with Ronnie Hopkins GOD KEEP ME OUT OF PRISON AND ILL TRUST YOUTHIS IS MY STORY2022-06-26 | Are you making any deals with God right now? I am sure we have all been guilty of this at some point in our life.
As a kid, I remember praying, "God if you get my parents to buy me these new pair of shoes, I'll be nicer to my sister." Or, God if you help me pass this test in Algebra, I'll read my Bible everyday. Something along those lines.
I also remember a time, late in the evening, when I was a youth pastor in college. Driving one of the guy students to his house. He was newer to the group and didn't believe in God. As we drove, we discussed the existence of God.
At one point, this young man added.... "Oh, ye,h if God makes a bird fly in front of your car right now, then I'll believe in Him!"
AAANNDD, of course you know what happened next. Not even a split second after he utters this statement, a huge bird actually flew right in front of the windshield of my jeep, almost crashing into us.
I'd like to say because of the bird incident that this young man professed faith right then, but like most of us, he did not hold up his end of the deal.
In this episode however, Ronnie Hopkins shares a deal that he tried to make with God. "If you keep me from going to prison, I'll trust you." Wait until you hear the outcome!!!
MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)HOW TO END RACISM - Sharons Story Illustrates it beautifullyTHIS IS MY STORY2022-05-19 | THIS CRAZY WHITE BOY, got on my nerves so bad, but he eventually changed my entire life for good. - Sharon Parker
"God asked me to forgive the man who did those things to me when I was a girl, so I could become the woman He wanted me to be." - Sharon Parker
No matter how far you may feel from God, you are only one step of faith from Him. Don't let your painful past or current struggle keep you from taking that first step towards finding your healing and purpose. God can change anyone. He is faithful. He is good. And He is love. And He will sometimes use the most unexpected person to work through. In my case, he used a "CRAZY WHITE BOY"
Sharon is one example of someone who truly felt like God couldn't love her. She was raped by a family member at 9 years old and spent 30+ years carrying that pain with her. She medicated with drugs and found a "fake" love from future men who wanted only one thing from her. As an adult, it was extremely difficult to have any faith that God was good and that He would be her healer.
In this episode, we a blessed to hear her journey from a place of suicide to her becoming a strong and beautiful woman of faith. God healed her of it all. Don't miss this episode because it is important for all of us to be in touch with the reality which Sharon had to live through. It will open your eyes to other people around you that you work with or otherwise to be a person of love and encouragement to. Because you never know how God will put in your path who needs your touch.
Enjoy this episode! Connect with Sharon here. PARKERSHARONDD@GMAIL.COM
MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)SEXUAL ABUSE - HOW TO RECOVER AND FIND HEALING FROM THE PAIN. Interview SHARON PARKERTHIS IS MY STORY2022-05-03 | There is always hope. The pain of sexual abuse, especially from a young age is one of the most traumatizing things that can happen to a person. The voices in your head that you are "scum" and "worthless" are from Satan himself! It may feel like you'll always be this shameful and dirty person that has to hide, but it is not true. There is a way out! Your story is NOT over yet! In this 2 Part Episode with Sharon Parker, you will learn the details of her painful story, but also her journey to discover total freedom, and complete healing from it all.
Best of all! this is not just another story of someone else finding healing! www.thisismystory.org is a place where you can begin a path forward towards your own healing. If you or someone you know is feeling stuck in their past trauma, please forward this onto them.
MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)HOW TO OVERCOME DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY // Interview with BENJAH @benjahmusic Artist/Producer/WriterTHIS IS MY STORY2022-04-15 | Conversations like this one with Benjah @benjahmusic are so important, especially as people are coming out of lock downs from COVID. Have you stopped to think about the impact on people from being isolated for so long without human connection and healthy community? I know many people who's lives became better because of COVID lockdowns because they got to spend more time with their families, but the vast majority of people around the world are not so fortunate. They are truly suffering.
I invite you to pause your life for 30 minutes and listen to Benjah's story. It will give you a glimpse into the lingering effects the Pandemic is having on peoples' mental health. But, it will also bring hope and shine a light on the path out of depression and anxiety through the power of God.
This is a great interview to share or post on your social media because Benjah's vulnerability can allow space for more people to reach out and find healing. His courage to open up can encourage others to do the same.
MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)MOST EXTREME SNOWBOARD ATHLETE EVER - JIM RIPPEY TALKS ABOUT GOD, FAITH AND HIS STORYTHIS IS MY STORY2022-03-29 | JIM RIPPEY talks about his career as a pro snowboarder, comparing it to an empty well. Welcome to another episode of This Is My Story. We spend some time discussing the idea of life being a well. Is my well empty or is it full? I guess this depends on my perspective of the meaning and fullness of life itself. Looking at Jim's highlight reel of his life in the 90's it would be easy to assume his well was full. After all, he is base jumping off of buildings, buses and cliffs. Everyone in snowboarding knows his name and wants to be successful like him. He was making millions of dollars as a pro snowboarder and traveling the world to do so. But it was largely a life with out God in it and as you hear from Jim, he describes this well as only a quarter full compared to his life now centered on God.
Jim has been retired from snowboarding since around 2010 and works as a Chaplin for a prison in Nevada. He and his wife have two children and are a blessing to many people they know. I am excited to introduce him to you and have him on the podcast.
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)OLYMPIC SNOWBOARDER / ANDY FINCH shares about Faith, God, BIG AIR and much moreTHIS IS MY STORY2022-03-04 | In This Episode Olympic Athlete, Andy Finch very humbly shares his experience as one of the best Pro Snowboarders in the world and how God rescued him from a path of destruction.
Andy sheds light on a very real challenge facing many adults, both young and older and that challenge is whether we think our story is good? For just a second, pause and think, "Is your Story good?"
Okay, now that you've stopped reflecting on your story, take a listen or see (on YouTube) how Andy's journey led him through this question. He went from doubting his story was very good, to being confident in it. Few people actually have an over night transformation of their lives. As you'll discover from Andy's story, we are all in a process. To the degree we engage ourselves on our journey with God is ultimately the degree which we grow in our confidence of all the great and wonderful things God has done in our lives. This process is what transforms us into what we all long for.
Thank you for tuning into my conversation with Andy. I hope and pray it blesses you or someone you know.
Enjoy this episode and share it with someone! Remember you have a story and it matters!!! #yourstorymattersmorethanyouknow
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)LEGENDARY DARRYL STRAWBERRY : Opens up about his painful past. Baseball was his cover up.THIS IS MY STORY2022-02-17 | Darryl is LEGENDARY in Professional Baseball. He lived in the fast lane both on and off the field. Arguably he is one of the most recognized Baseball athletes in history but also equally known for his eventual path of a destructive life of drugs, alcohol and womanizing. At the time, no one had a clue why he chose this path. In this episode he opens up and shares his journey.
Whether you like baseball or could careless, this conversation with Darryl Strawberry is a MUST watch/listen because in the most humble way, Darryl opens up about his painful past, successful career and the biggest transformation in his life. He is truly a fresh breath of genuine LIFE, JOY and LAUGHTER.
Darryl and I became friends a few years ago after meeting randomly at the baggage claim of the Orlando International Airport. Let me back up...Weeks prior to this random meeting, Darryl would come to my mind several times, with a feeling that we were suppose to meet, become friends and do something in ministry together. SO, I prayed, something simple...Lord make it happen in your own way and timing. Weeks later, as I stood at the baggage claim, Darryl was there a foot away waiting for his luggage too. I tapped him on his shoulder, we struck up a conversation and the rest is history. Now I welcome you to join our conversation and I'm honored to do so. Thank you for tuning in.
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)SHAUN MURRAY :: TALKS ABOUT HIS FAITH JOURNEY.THIS IS MY STORY2022-02-09 | Shaun is a 4X World Champion & they call him "The House Of Style" because he makes what he does look so good.
BUT.... without question to me the secrete sauce of Shaun Murray's success and fame is Jesus. I don't mean this superficially. I mean it in every practical since. Shaun uses his platform to show others they are important. His fans are treated like friends and he prioritized time with kids making them feel valued. He understands and will even tell you, God is the one keeping him relevant and in the spot light because he's reflecting his success back on his creator. As you'll hear in this episode from Shaun, "it is after all, not my story, but God's that matters most."
Enjoy this episode and share it with someone! Remember you have a story and it matters more than you know!!! #yourstorymattersmorethanyouknow
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)GOD TURNS OUR PAST INTO OUR PURPOSE - Interview w/ Mark Wright KENTUCKY TORNADO DISASTER & MINISTRYTHIS IS MY STORY2022-01-22 | Kentucky Tornado was tragic. But there are good people like Mark Wright and his wife Becky spear heading support through their non-profit to help people rebuild their lives and keep hope alive.
In This Episode Joesph and Job, two men in the Bible who lost everything and suffered to the extent most of us would have given up, but both of them proclaimed "What Satan has intended for evil, God will use for good." This sums up Mark Wright's podcast and his story. His parents got divorced when he was only 5. Although his mother remarried and he had a good step father, the hole in his life for his God given birth father was a wound he carried.
The evil plot Satan likes to have on all of us and tried to have on Mark's story failed once Mark gave his life to Jesus and grew in his understanding of the Heavenly Father. God would later use Mark's story to start a ministry called Idols Aside to minister to and love all fatherless youth, single mothers and grandmothers.
Our conversation is around the Tornado in Kentucky where Mark and his family live. Mark's faithfully serving and could really use your prayers, support and love. Beyond awareness of their work and ministry, my hope for all of us is to see how God can take the brokenness of our past and story and turn it into something GOOD if we'll allow him to.
Enjoy this episode and share it with someone! Remember you have a story and it matters more than you know!!! #yourstorymattersmorethanyouknow
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)BRIAN SUMNER / FROM ATHEIST TO EVANGELIST. SUICIDE. DIVORCE. FAME. REDEMPTION.THIS IS MY STORY2022-01-15 | In This Episode Pro skateboarder, Brian came to America from Liverpool which he describes life there as a kid as Godless, New Agey, and how he never even knew a person who was a Christian. But deep down in he questioned if there was a God.
Skateboarding is what brought Brian over to America where eventually he would join with Tony Hawk the legendary Skateboarder and his company, turning pro himself as a young teenager. As life in America is turned up, skating professionally and living a rockstar life, Brian gets married young and a few months into this new life and relationship it all comes crashing down.
He's divorced, angry, depressed and left questioning the very reason for his own existence. Brian sums this point of his life up by saying, "Life was so frustrating and not going good, that I literally told God, I'm going to disprove you're NOTreal and when I do, I'll know that I'm nothing more than an evolved ape and I can go and take my life and end it all."
As he began to read the Bible on this suicidal theology mission, God showed up in Brian's life and proved to Brian and in fact I'm real and I love you and I care for you. You matter! This was the beginning of God's work in Brian's life and this episode dives into God's story in Brian.
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)WHY GOD? - Bonus Episode W/Matt Manzari (Electrocution Survivor)THIS IS MY STORY2022-01-12 | We all go through pain and many people suffer unimaginable tragedy and our hearts go out to the broken hearted. BUT, Praise God for stories like Matt Manzari who was electrocuted with over 14,000 volts of electricity yet finds his Hope in knowing God is with him to take him through the next steps. I hope this BONUS episode will encourage you or someone you know who is going through a rough time.
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We've created an amazing award winning film on his life actually called MIRACLE MATT and now we're releasing a Story-Driven Curriculum based on the film called SCARRED FOR GOOD! You do NOT want to miss out on this resource. Whether you're an individual or a group, this film and series will help you deepen your understanding of your own personal story. You matter, and your story is needed! Trust us, and get started discovering what we already know and believe is in you!
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)DEPRESSION IS REAL AND ANYONE CAN GO THROUGH IT - Gary Copelands Story // CANCER / PORN / EMPATHYTHIS IS MY STORY2021-11-30 | THIS IS MY STORY PODCAST - EPISODE FEATURE: Gary Copeland
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Although Gary was a Christian since a young age, he faced a battle with depression that caught him by surprise in recent years. Listen in to discover how God carried him through one of the darkest nights of his life.
Battling with depression and insecurities was very new to Gary. It came soon after he had broken his neck from a tragic fall on his head. Dealing with physical pain, lack of mobility and Bells Palsey in his face created a culmination of feelings that took a tole on Gary's mental health and his emotional health. But his story didn't end with him being defeated by the enemy, but rather God's word and Gary's determined faith brought him out of his recovery stronger spiritually and with a renewed tenderness for people who've gone through depression or struggled with insecurities.
Gary prayed for a miracle every day for months, yet he didn't receive it, at least not the one he was praying for. Instead, Gary's neck was repaired via surgery, screws and physical therapy, but through his recovery and brokenness physically, God revealed a deeper healing that Gary needed and received which was having grace and a better understanding of what people go through who are struggling with addictions, depression or other emotional pain.
Gary also shares a story of how his wife, Janie was diagnosed with terminal cancer. She was given 6 months to live, but this time as Gary & Janie and family prayed, God did bring a miracle. Janie was fully healed of cancer and is praising God 11 years later.
Hopefully you are encouraged by listening to Gary's story. Please subscribe to the channel, like and review the podcast and...Remember you have a story and it matters more than you know!!! #yourstorymattersmorethanyouknow
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)GOD WANTS A RELATIONSHIP WITH YOU / Bobby Joiner InterviewTHIS IS MY STORY2021-11-08 | In This Episode
Bobby Joiner shares his story of how his faith came early at the age of 12, but something happened shortly after that played a role in his decision to choose a different path, walking away from God. He pursued his own pleasures, and in his words, "I made a lot of stupid decisions." 15 years later after being hurt, offended and frustrated about his story, God would use his wife, Debbie to get him studying the Bible which not only restored his faith, but changed his life course altogether.
His biggest discovery was the God he walked away from was not the God of the Bible. In fact, God was opposite of what Bobby thought. "I went on a diligent pursuit of reading the Bible which truly brought me into a personal fellowship again with God."
Bobby went on to serve God 30 plus years in prison ministry and serving as Winter Jam Tour pastor to some of the greatest Christian Music bands in the world. His vulnerability and passion for God is a safe and trusting place for many Christian Music stars to confide in and remain steadfast in their faith. To this we can all thank God for people like Bobby who are unashamed of their past failures in light of what God can do when we open up and accept people where they are.
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As you listen into this episode, ask yourself a few questions to see if you're on track with what God wants to do in your life? 1. How can you demonstrate openness to where others are at? 2. Are you aware of the people God has put in your life to save you or grow you spiritually? 3. What take aways can you draw personally from this interview.
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)Interview with Maren Morris band member Matt ButlerTHIS IS MY STORY2021-10-22 | In This Episode, You will hear the behind the scenes with one of the best in music yet one of the most humble people you could ever meet. Matt Butler has played with some of the greatest in Country Music and Christian Music, but you would never know it. This guy doesn't even have an instagram. You'll have to find more about him through his joint social media which his lovely wife, Ashlee Butler posts for them. @butlermattandashlee.
Currently, Matt is the newest member of the Maren Morris band, playing keyboards/B3 & Cello. He has toured the country and even parts of the world on his new adventure in country music, but if you're a Christian you likely remember him from 10+ years as lead singer of the band, NewSong. He toured a band director for the country's largest Christian tour called Winter Jam. Perhaps you'e heard of it?
God has not only gifted Matt musically, but as you will hear, given him a calling to be a light in mainstream music. As he put it, "I wake up everyday and say Lord, how can I serve these people today?" It is rare to find someone like Matt who shares the stage with the rich and famous yet walks humbly before the Lord and others.
As you listen into this episode, ask yourself a few questions to see if you're on track with what God wants to do in your life? 1. Are you following God's call in your life? 2. Are you aware of the people God has put in your life to save you or grow you spiritually? 3. What take aways can you draw personally from this interview.
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Tags: Fear, Lies, Depression, Self Hate, Counseling Christianity, Religion, Faith, God, Jesus, Hope, Emotions, Is God real? How to be saved? Country Music, Tenille Arts, Sheryl CrowInterview with ASHLEE BUTLER - Why would anyone want to hear my story???THIS IS MY STORY2021-10-14 | "Being married to a musician it's easy to believe my husband has a good story, but me..who would want to hear my story? - Ashlee Butler
We can all be reminded that our stories when reflecting God's grace and love are the the single most important component who we are.
IN THIS EPISODE Ashlee Butler will win you over with her contagious spirit and humble heart and you will see why we care so deeply about every story. The temptation to dismiss our story because we feel like no one would want to hear it, is a very real temptation for anyone to believe. Do you think this about your story?
Ashlee grew up watching her dad have a powerful impact on peoples' lives and believes God uses her husband to do the same on a global stage with music, however before agreeing to come on this episode, she wandered who would care about her story. Well, we hope you will rally with us and show Ashlee a lot of love and support for being willing to share her story.
"I wish I could be a fly on the wall in that person's life?" In many ways Ashlee is that fly on the wall in supporting her husband who is on the main stage touring with Grammy Award artist, Maren Morris and has previously been on tours, records and stages with many of the top Country and Christian Music stars. It's easy for someone to think she's crazy for not believing in her story. However, when the music fades and the lights go out, normal life kicks in for us all and we need to hear how God works in Ashlee's story so we can learn and grow in our personal stories.
She took a leap of faith in her 20's, overcoming a huge fear of what other people would think if she opened up about what was really going on. This begins her journey with God and how He lifted what felt like the weight of the world on her shoulders. Year's later, now married and a mother a two, Ashley is a reflection of God's promise to us all, that in this world we will have trouble, but take heart, I have overcome this world.
As you listen or watch this episode we hope you find encouragement for your journey. Ashlee has lived through severe anxiety over social acceptance. She's learned to trust in God while he hero of faith, her mom was diagnosed with cancer. She has most recently been on a new journey in her marriage where Matt was no longer touring due to COVID-19. Ashlee was forced far outside her comfort zone to full-time employment. All of these life altering chapters in her story create deep seeded emotions, scars and struggles but nothing seems to keep her down for long thanks to her faith in Christ. She has a beautiful heart and a powerful story.
Enjoy this episode! Remember you have a story and it matters more than you know!!! #yourstorymattersmorethanyouknow
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Tags: Fear, Lies, Depression, Self Hate, Counseling Christianity, Religion, Faith, God, Jesus, Hope, Emotions, Is God real? How to be saved? Country Music, Tenille Arts, Sheryl CrowWhen I realized Christianity was about Gods love, not my performance... - NATE MILLERTHIS IS MY STORY2021-09-21 | IN THIS EPISODE NATE OPENS UP ABOUT: Performance based faith // Family Stress // Being Real and Humble // Taking Off the Mask // Discovering God's Love // How To Endure Hardships // God's Goodness // YWAM & Tricking His Daughter
Nate Miller, President of In His Wakes shares his personal story of how he lived in fear of going to Hell at a young age, but later in life discovered God's love was unconditional and it changed his life!
Nate also shares about how God truly showed up in his life in his adult years to grow his faith even more. #yourstorymattersmorethanyouknow
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)A CRAZY LOVE STORY BUT A PAINFUL JOURNEYTHIS IS MY STORY2021-09-16 | If you haven't met her, this is Emily Copeland Durham. She's a LEGEND and HALL OF FAMER in Profesional Wakeboarding. Yes, I'm partially biased as her husband, but seriously there aren't many people on the planet like this beautiful woman. I'll brag just a little bit on her insane athletic talents. She turned pro at the age of 14, and was Rookiee Of The Year. At age 16 she was sponsored by Nike, the youngest female athlete to be sponsored by Nike at the time. She's also won ever major world title in her sport from X-Games Gold Medal, to World Champion to everything in between...
BUT CHECK IT OUT: This podcast is NOT about these things. These are temporary accomplishments. If we're not careful, we'll miss knowing Emily, the REAL, life after X, Emily. This stuff...It all fades away, right! And yeh, it is all gone! The fame has faded. The money stopped coming in... The sponsors left.
BUT, GOOD NEWS IS HERE: This show is about something far more lasting...KNOWING GOD, and his promises and finding your purpose in life.
In this episode of the This Is My Story Podcast, Emily will be joining me as we share the CRAZY LOVE STORY of how we met, and YES, how I first saw Emily in a magazine and said I was going to marry her. Stick around to the end of this episode because the fairytale beginning was all but a blip in our memory as we walked through the most painful part of our journey together.
Have you ever wanted something so bad but it just never happened? Perhaps it's getting married? Not landing that higher paying job? Not getting the scholarship to School?
Is there a painful part of your story that no matter what you can't see to make sense of or find answers for?
Do you ever feel like everyone else you seems to be getting ahead or has it all together?
Well if you can relate to any of the questions above, just know that you are not alone. Everyone struggles with situations that take us on a painful journey asking God, "WHERE ARE YOU GOD?"
For Emily and I is was our desire to have children. We wanted nothing more but to have children, only to find out we had zero percent chance of it ever happening.
I want you to remember, that God doesn't cause the pain or the suffering, but if we allow him he can walk through it with us and see us to the other side. Eventually, after years of sorrow, sadness and shedding of many tears, God first provided us with our daughter Hope and a couple year later we adopted our son.
Although it was unbearable pain at times...God was at work and He's at work in your life to, if you'll look for Him.
Enjoy this episode! Remember you have a story and it matters more than you know!!!
MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)INTERViEW WITH 9/11 SURVIVOR AND FIREFIGHTERTHIS IS MY STORY2021-09-12 | In this episode, I interview a New York Firefighter who was fresh out of the fire academy when 9/11 happened. At 20 years old, Mike was suppose to be working his shift that very day. However, just a couple of days before the attacks in the city, Mike called a fellow fireman to see if he'd trade shifts. Listen in as Mike shares how he's dealt with survivors guilt. Not only did his friend die in the collapsed building, but his entire company did. Although we could never hear all the stories from 9/11, I believe Mike gives us a glimpse into what the journey was like for many people from around the world. This is a story that every person on the planet should hear because it's the wake up call we all need....TODAY IS A GIFT. TOMORROW IS NEVER PROMISED.
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)WELCOME TO THIS IS MY STORYTHIS IS MY STORY2021-09-03 | A podcast & youtube show dedicated to sharing our stories with you and help you believe bigger in your own story. We will be interviewing many different people on the show and are striving to release a video every week. We exist to bring to light the connect between our stories and God's grand story of love and redemption. We'll be learning, growing and inspired along with you as we interview our guest! Please like, subscribe and say hello in the comments section.
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MUSIC BY INTRO: Custom creation by Brady James for the TIMS podcast. Check out Brady's music here. youtube.com/watch?v=dOUr-0YbbMU OUTRO: In Viaggio Verso I'Alaba by Successe Qualcosa (licensed through Art-list)Interview with Emily Durham - X-Games Gold Medalist, Hall Of Fame AthleteTHIS IS MY STORY2021-09-02 | In this episode, I interview my beautiful bride, Emily Copeland-Durham. We talk about how we met. I said I was going to marry her before we ever met. Thanks for listening to this episode and leaning in with us on our podcast journey through stories. What I admire about Emily more than anything is her disciplined life and her relationship with God. Let us know what your take aways are, or how you were impacted by her story? Also in the comments, be sure to ask some questions that didn't get discussed in this interview and we'll cover them in a future episode with Emily. Thanks for listening!
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MUSIC INTRO: Brady James custom creation just for this podcast OUTRO: InViaggio Verso by Succese Qualcosa (Licensed through Art-list)Episode 2 - MY STORY: Alive on the outside. Dead on the inside.THIS IS MY STORY2021-07-14 | REAL. GOOD. AUTHENTIC. - The stories we tell. Episode 2 of This Is My Story Podcast & YouTube show.
How I viewed myself, the people in the church and God himself. I felt very alone at times and struggled to believe I was good enough. Of course, to everyone around me, I put on a good front and carried on playing sports, relating to others as normal as possible, but on the inside I was battling a lot of fears. This episode, I share a portion of my story, the early stages of my faith in Jesus. I hope you enjoy. In my story, you will hear how God played a huge role in my finding freedom, forgiveness and a path forward. Please comment down below if you relate to anything I shared. As always, thanks for watching and remember...YOUR STORY MATTERS more than you know!
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