Welcome to the Everyday Miracles Podcast, where real life stories of hope and inspiration are shared. Every day, miracles are happening all around us. Yet we rarely hear anything about them. Why is that? I'm Julie Hedenborg and I've committed my time and energy to bring these stories to you, including some of my own personal experiences. My hope is that you’ll be impacted the same way I was. Join me in my journey to inspire change in a world that so desperately needs it!
Trigger Warning: This extraordinary miracle story contains mention of non-graphic, contextual violence.
Abducted as a fifth grader, Chris was abducted. He survived a brutal attack being stabbed multiple times, shot in the head, and left for dead in the Florida everglades' alligator alley (alligators and pythons). Miraculously, he was found alive six days later. Years later, Chris faced his attacker, David McAllister, and chose to forgive him. This episode delves into Chris's journey of faith, healing, and the transformative power of forgiveness, offering hope and encouragement to anyone struggling with their own burdens of unforgiveness.
"For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins" - Matthew 6:14-15
For the Podcast series done by the North American Mission Board:
https://www.namb.net/resource/kidnapped-a-god-story/
In this heartfelt episode, John and Kathy Burke share about their new devotional, 'Imagine the God of Heaven.' John, known as a leading expert on NDEs, shares his journey from agnosticism to faith, while Kathy discusses her lifelong Christian walk and their collective ministry. The Burkes provide touching testimonies of God's love, majesty, and sovereignty as revealed through the Bible and NDE accounts, and discuss how these stories bring 'color' to the truths of scripture. They emphasize the transformative power of prayer and God's boundless love, aiming to help listeners deepen their understanding and relationship with God. Prepare to be captivated by God's love and character!
Colossians 3:2 (NKJV): "Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth."
Link for the new Imagine the God of Heaven Devotional: https://a.co/d/e2YxgfN
For John & Kathy's website (all books, share your NDE, etc): imagineheaven.net
Subscribe to the Imagine Heaven Podcast with John Burke: https://www.youtube.com/@JohnBurkeImagineHeaven/featured
"He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." - Revelation 21:4
In this heart-wrenching yet inspiring episode, Dave Conord shares his incredible story of survival and faith after a devastating boating accident that nearly took his life. Hear how his life transformed dramatically from facing life-threatening injuries and the challenging recovery process, to rediscovering his faith and leaning on God's strength. Dave shares his journey of healing, forgiveness, and finding purpose amidst pain. This testimony is sure to touch hearts and provide hope to anyone facing their own battles.
Dave is doing well today as a successful entrepreneur - in spite of his injuries - and loves to share his testimony to inspire faith and hope.
About Riley Riley Kehoe is a TED X speaker, podcaster, and writer. Through her writing and teaching, she seeks to convey a simple yet profound truth: with God, you can beat fear. Much of her drive to succeed comes from several close encounters with death and the hard knocks she's experienced in life. No stranger to fear, Riley is not afraid to speak out about challenging topics. Her ability to be vulnerable while making people laugh is why so many young people are drawn to her content. After traveling as missionaries around the world in 2024, Riley and her husband, Jack, live in Nashville, Tennessee.
Riley has a Commercial Law and Management degree from Auckland University (New Zealand) and graduated with her Master's in Global Leadership with Honors from Fuller Theological Seminary (Pasadena, California) in 2021. The average age of the Global Leader enrolled in this program is fifty, making Riley the youngest student ever accepted and the first student accepted under thirty. In her spare time, Riley is a keen surfer, equestrian rider, and beach lifeguard, and she practices Mixed Martial Arts. Over the last three years, Riley has been exposed to 5+ million people. Riley's first book Three Seconds of Courage is released Jan 28, 2025. She plans on having a career in publishing for decades to come and is already at work on her second book. Riley will continue to deliver her core message through public speaking engagements.In this heart-wrenching yet hope-filled episode, hear the powerful testimony of standup comedian, author and writer Zach Rippey as he shares his journey through grief, loss, and spiritual transformation. Zach opens up about the tragic death of his best friend Armani during a river rafting trip in Tennessee, and how his faith in God carried him through the darkest times. Listen as Zach recounts how he discovered new purpose amidst the sorrow, started his podcast 'I Like Birds', and found deeper faith through sharing his story. Join us for an inspiring conversation about overcoming trauma with the strength of scripture and the support of a loving community. Don't miss this touching episode that highlights God's unexpected blessings even in the midst of grief.
00:00 A Sudden Tragedy
00:50 Introducing Zach and His Journey
02:14 Zach's Comedy Career and Faith Transformation
08:39 The Loss of Armani
17:14 Armani's Legacy and Miracles
26:05 Reflections on a Life Well-Lived
26:57 Scriptural Comfort in Dark Times
29:20 A Healing Journey to Tennessee
31:46 Divine Encounters and Symbolic Moments
40:32 Podcasting and Ministry Growth
46:38 Encouragement and Final Thoughts
John 16:22 - So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you.
Zach's website: https://ilikebirdsministry.com/
I Like Birds on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ilikebirdspodcast
About Zach
Zach Rippey was pursuing a career in stand-up comedy when God led him to become a voice for Jesus instead. After going through the motions of Christianity for five years, Zach decided to read one of the Gospels during the chaos of 2020. The book of John changed everything and Zach was on fire for the Lord! After reading only a few books in the Bible, Zach felt led to start a podcast about Jesus. With doubts, low expectations, and fear of mockery from his peers, Zach decided to lean in and launch "I Like Birds" in May 2020. He's now an author, speaker, writer and podcast coach.
In this episode of the Everyday Miracles Podcast, host Julie welcomes author Beatty Carmichael, who discusses his book 'The Prayer of Freedom.' Beatty shares his remarkable journey from growing up in a cessationist church to experiencing and practicing divine healing and deliverance. He explains the spiritual principles behind his methods, emphasizing the importance of repentance and addressing legal rights that allow demonic influences. Also shared is a vision and revelation experienced in the courtroom of heaven and a demon's legal rights related to unrepented sin. Beatty's teachings are backed by scripture and practical steps, offering hope and healing (and the Gospel) to people from all walks of life. The episode includes testimonials from individuals who experienced miraculous healing through the Prayer of Freedom.
James 5:14-16 NIV
"Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven. 16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective."
Beatty's website: https://BeattyCarmichael.com
To order the book: theprayeroffreedombook.com
In this episode, Lee Strobel delves into the world of the supernatural, sharing insights from his new book 'Seeing the Supernatural'. He discusses the extensive research on near-death experiences, deathbed visions, and extraordinary healings, including detailed stories and scientific corroborations. Strobel also explores his own spiritual journey from atheism to faith, and reflects on the role of angels, demons, and divine encounters in deepening one's belief. This podcast offers a profound exploration of faith and the supernatural, providing both encouragement for believers and evidence for skeptics.
Lee's new book Seeing the Supernatural: https://a.co/d/fTZ32EU
Lee's website: https://leestrobel.com/
About Lee Strobel
Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel, the former award-winning legal editor of The Chicago Tribune, is a New York Times best-selling author of more than 40 books and curricula that have sold 18 million copies worldwide. His books have received more than 25,000 five-star reviews on Amazon and have been translated into 40 languages.
Pediatric nurse and lactation consultant Angie Howell shares her profound journey of experiencing a medical miracle with her eighth child, Jade. Amidst personal turmoil and uncertainty, Angie recounts the miraculous healing of Jade through a prayer gathering led by her cousin Rich and his Christian biker group. The episode highlights Angie's initial struggle with faith, the transformative power of prayer, and the eventual realization that Jesus was with her throughout her trials. Angie also discusses her nursing career, the founding of her home health agency for children with disabilities, and hints at a potential film adaptation of her powerful story. The episode concludes with a heartfelt prayer.
Angie's new book: Jewel of Heaven: https://a.co/d/963MWLT Angie's website: https://www.angiehowell.com/
In this episode, Julie interviews Jennifer Nizza, a former psychic medium who shares her powerful testimony. Raised in a culturally Christian home, Jenn's life took a turn as she delved into the paranormal world from a young age. Despite achieving proficiency in psychic and mediumship practices, Jen lived with constant demonic oppression and fear. Her life transformed when she called out to Jesus, leading her on a journey to salvation and a new life in Christ. Now a fervent follower of Jesus, Jenn discusses the dangers of New Age practices and shares how she uses her story to minister to others. This inspiring testimony is a compelling reminder of God's transformative power and the importance of discerning truth in the spiritual realm.
To give to Jenn's new movie:https://ifoundchrist.com/ Jenn's books: From Psychic to Saved:https://a.co/d/cbTQ6zV Out of the New Age and Into the Truth:https://a.co/d/4c4ec5U (New book coming in October 2025) Follow Jenn on Tiktok: @Expsychicsaved