Witness the Wonder: God Stories of Faith, Miracles and Supernatural Signs for Hope in Everyday Life
Published by Christina Smith | Miracle Stories, Hearing God's Voice, Near Death Experiences
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Witness the Wonder is a faith-based podcast hosted by Christina Smith, sharing real stories of faith, miracles, and how God is moving in everyday life. Each episode features hope-filled conversations and powerful personal testimonies that remind you you’re not alone. Guests share how they’ve experienced God’s presence, guidance, and power in both ordinary and extraordinary moments. Topics include personal faith, hearing God’s voice, miracles, the supernatural, and discovering God in everyday life. New episodes every Tuesday. Follow @witnessthewonder | www.christinasmithofficial.com
Last week, Mick Wienholt shared the miraculous story of surviving an avalanche that should have taken his life. But that miracle was only the beginning. Years later, another unexpected tragedy would bring Mick to his knees and cause him to reach out to the last person he ever expected. That moment would forever change the direction of his life. In Part 2 of this powerful Christian testimony , you'll discover how God meets us in our deepest pain, why surrender isn't giving up, and how His relentless love continues pursuing us even when we run the other way. It's a story of faith, hope, and finding Jesus Christ when life feels impossible. Mick also shares practical wisdom on breaking unhealthy family patterns, raising children to know and experience the love of God, and becoming the kind of parent who reflects the Father's heart. If you've ever questioned God's goodness, wrestled with grief or loss, or wondered whether He is still at work in your life, I pray this conversation encourages you to recognize His hand in your own story. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎙️ Connect with Mick Wienholt 🌐 https://coincidenceorgod.com 🎙️ Podcast: Coincidence or God 📺 YouTube: @CoincidenceOrGod ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🎙️ Connect with Christina Smith 🌐 https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 📩 Have a God story to share? Visit my website to submit your story for consideration on Witness the Wonder . 🙏 Need prayer? I'd be honored to pray for you. Submit your prayer request through my website. ❤️ Partner with the Mission of Witness the Wonder If these God stories have encouraged your faith and you'd like to help us continue sharing them around the world, I'd love to invite you to partner with the mission by visiting my website. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 📲 Follow Witness the Wonder @witnessthewonder on all social media platforms. 🌐 https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Remember: God is always at work in your story.
Mick Wienholt survived an avalanche that should have taken his life. In this episode of Witness the Wonder , he shares the miracle that saved his life, the incredible God story that followed, and how God's protection became even clearer with the gift of hindsight. Have you ever walked away from something thinking, I should have died? Maybe it was a car accident. A medical emergency. Or a split-second decision you'll never forget. Some moments stay with us because deep down we know we shouldn't be here. In this powerful Christian testimony, Mick shares how surviving a deadly avalanche became the beginning of a much bigger story. It's a story of God's protection, God's faithfulness, and the realization that sometimes we don't fully understand what God is doing until we look back. If you've ever wondered how God was working through one of the hardest seasons of your life, I pray this conversation encourages you to recognize His fingerprints in your own story. 🎙️ Connect with Mick Wienholt 🌐 https://coincidenceorgod.com 🎙️ Podcast: Coincidence or God 📺 YouTube: @CoincidenceOrGod 🎙️ Connect with Christina Smith 🌐 https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 📩 Have a God story to share? Visit my website to submit your story for consideration on Witness the Wonder. 🙏 Need prayer? I'd be honored to pray for you. Submit your prayer request through my website. ❤️ Support the mission of Witness the Wonder If these God stories have encouraged your faith and you'd like to help us continue sharing them around the world, you can support the mission by visiting my website. 📲 Follow Witness the Wonder @witnessthewonder on all social media platforms. 🌐 https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Remember: God is always at work in your story.
Deston Rogers never imagined he would experience the heartbreak of losing a child, let alone two, but he did. After losing his two-year-old son, Cody, in a tragic car accident, a DNA test separated him from another little boy he had been raising as his son. Years later, an unexpected reunion gave them the opportunity to rebuild the father-son relationship they had both missed. Then tragedy struck again. In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Deston shares what it was like to grieve the same son twice, how God met him through unimaginable pain, and why he still believes God never leaves us—even when life doesn't make sense. In this episode, you'll discover: • How one tragic accident changed Deston's life forever • The DNA test that brought a second heartbreaking loss • The unexpected reunion that restored years that had been lost • What losing Dakota taught him about grief, healing, and faith • Why community became one of God's greatest gifts during his darkest season • How God's faithfulness remained constant through every season of loss Whether you're grieving the loss of a loved one, wrestling with unanswered questions, or searching for hope in the middle of heartbreak, this conversation is a reminder that God is always at work in your story. 🎙️ Connect with Deston Rogers: 🌐 Website: https://eaglefreedompresents.com 🎧 Eagle Freedom Presents Podcast (Available on Apple Podcasts & Spotify) 📖 Miracles Are Normal (Featuring Deston's chapter, "The Miracle of the Climb") 🛒 Amazon: https://amzn.to/4wHMC6B New to Witness the Wonder? If this episode encouraged you, subscribe or follow Witness the Wonder , leave a 5-star review , and share this episode with someone who needs hope today. Your support helps more people discover real-life God stories that reveal He is always at work. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube 🎙️ Connect with Christina Smith To invite Christina to speak, schedule her as a guest on your podcast, inquire about being a guest on Witness the Wonder , or support the mission of the podcast, visit: 🌐 https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com
What happens when a sitting U.S. Congressman survives not one but multiple life threatening events in the same year? In this episode of Witness the Wonder, Congressman Barry Loudermilk shares his extraordinary personal testimony of faith, survival, and God's protection. He recounts being targeted in the 2017 Congressional Baseball Shooting, where 22 bullets were fired and none hit him, a near fatal rollover crash that nearly claimed his wife's life, a professional assassination attempt in the North Georgia mountains traced to a cryptic FBI clue, a train collision involving members of Congress, and a season of intense political persecution that required private security and an undisclosed location. More than a survival story, this is a powerful God story about faith, miracles, and how God uses decades of smaller trials, a charging bear in Alaska, a rockslide, and a father's injury, to prepare you for the battles you can't yet see. Congressman Loudermilk walks through how faith, Scripture, and the supernatural peace of God carried him when human strength couldn't. He also opens up about PTSD, the emotional weight of political attacks on his reputation, and why he believes suffering is never random when you're walking with God. Key topics: Near death experiences, faith, miracles, God stories, miracle stories, the 2017 Congressional Baseball Shooting, surviving an assassination attempt, God's protection, supernatural protection, answered prayer, signs and wonders, overcoming political persecution, PTSD, and Christian encouragement for hard seasons. 📚 Get Congressman Barry Loudermilk's Best Selling Book And Then They Prayed 👉 https://amzn.to/4eR9Tvs As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. 🌐 Learn More About Congressman Barry Loudermilk Personal Website http://www.barryloudermilk.com Book Website http://www.andthentheyprayed.com 📱 Follow Congressman Barry Loudermilk Facebook https://www.facebook.com/StandwithBarry Instagram https://www.instagram.com/barry_loudermilk/ X https://x.com/RepLoudermilk Truth Social https://truthsocial.com/@BarryLoudermilk LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-loudermilk-8b246425 🙏 Need Prayer? If you're walking through a difficult season, I'd be honored to pray for you. 🌐 https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com ❤️ Partner with the Mission of Witness the Wonder If Witness the Wonder has encouraged your faith, I'd love to invite you to partner with this ministry as we continue sharing stories that reveal God's faithfulness and point people to Jesus. Here are a few ways you can help: • Follow Witness the Wonder so you never miss a new episode. • Like, comment, and share this episode to help more people discover these stories. • Leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. • Pray for this ministry as we continue sharing stories of God's faithfulness around the world. • Partner financially by visiting: https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Your generosity helps make it possible to continue producing and sharing these stories with people who need hope. Thank you for being part of the Witness the Wonder family. Every prayer, every share, every review, and every gift helps us remind the world that God is always at work in your story. 📱 Follow Witness the Wonder For exclusive clips, behind the scenes moments, and daily encouragement between episodes. 🎥 YouTube https://youtube.com/@WitnessTheWonder 📘 Facebook https://facebook.com/WitnessTheWonder 📸 Instagram https://instagram.com/WitnessTheWonder 🎵 TikTok https://tiktok.com/@WitnessTheWonder 🌐 Website https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com
As America celebrates its 250th birthday , discover the documented miracles, divine providence, and God stories throughout American history that most of us never learned in history class. In this special America 250 episode of Witness the Wonder , Congressman Barry Loudermilk , best selling author of, And Then They Prayed , shares remarkable stories of faith, answered prayer, and miraculous intervention that reveal what he believes are God's fingerprints throughout America's history. Did God's hand shape the course of America ? Judge the evidence for yourself. In this episode you'll discover: 🇺🇸 A miracle that still exists today—and you can visit it. ⚡ The surprising connection between one of America's greatest military leaders and the power of prayer. 📜 A forgotten story of extraordinary courage that inspired generations of Americans. 🙏 Why so many of America's Founding Fathers believed the future of this nation depended on God. 📖 Documented historical accounts that may completely change the way you see America's story. These aren't legends. They're documented stories that challenge us to look at American history through a different lens. Get Congressman Barry Loudermilk's Best Selling Book And Then They Prayed 👉 https://amzn.to/4eR9Tvs ** As an Amazon Affiliate Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Learn More About Congressman Barry Loudermilk 🌐 Personal Website http://www.barryloudermilk.com 📚 Book Website http://www.andthentheyprayed.com Follow Congressman Barry Loudermilk Facebook https://www.facebook.com/StandwithBarry Instagram https://www.instagram.com/barry_loudermilk/ X https://x.com/RepLoudermilk Truth Social https://truthsocial.com/@BarryLoudermilk LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-loudermilk-8b246425 🙏 Need Prayer? If you're walking through a difficult season, I'd be honored to pray for you. 🌐 https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com ❤️ Partner with the Mission of Witness the Wonder If Witness the Wonder has encouraged your faith, I'd love to invite you to partner with this ministry as we continue sharing stories that reveal God's faithfulness and point people to Jesus. Here are a few ways you can help: • Subscribe so you never miss a new episode. • Like, comment, and share this video to help more people discover these stories. • Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. • Pray for this ministry as we continue sharing stories of God's faithfulness around the world. • Partner financially by visiting https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Your generosity helps make it possible to continue producing and sharing these stories with people who need hope. Thank you for being part of the Witness the Wonder family. Every prayer, every share, every review, and every gift helps us remind the world that God is always at work in your story. 📱 Follow Witness the Wonder on social media for exclusive clips, behind-the-scenes moments, and daily encouragement between episodes. 🎥 YouTube https://youtube.com/@WitnessTheWonder 📘 Facebook https://facebook.com/WitnessTheWonder 📸 Instagram https://instagram.com/WitnessTheWonder 🎵 TikTok https://tiktok.com/@WitnessTheWonder 🌐 Website https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com 🎙 Listen to Witness the Wonder Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2QDyvVjg3VCRmdX4bQ75Qe?si=ad75f26bab2d4d6d Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/witness-the-wonder-god-stories-of-faith/id1817108281 Remember: God is always at work in your story. #America250 #WitnessTheWonder #RepBarryLoudermilk #AmericanHistory #ChristianHistory #DivineProvidence #Miracles #GodStories #FaithPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FoundingFathers #Prayer #AndThenTheyPrayed #AnsweredPrayer #4thofjulyweekend #America #july4th #july4thweekend #july4thcelebration #America250Episode
After one year of hearing Christian testimonies, miracle stories, answered prayers, and incredible God stories, I thought the miracles would be what changed me most. I was wrong. In this special one-year anniversary episode of Witness the Wonder , I reflect on what God has taught me after a year of sitting with people whose lives have been transformed by His faithfulness. From miraculous healings and supernatural provision to powerful stories of redemption, every guest has shared incredible evidence that God is always at work in our stories . But somewhere along the way, I realized something unexpected. The miracle wasn't the destination. It was the doorway. The doorway into getting to know another person. In this episode, I share: • Why the miracles weren't what surprised me most • What the woman at the well teaches us about identity, grace, and storytelling • Why every person is carrying a story worth hearing • How asking one more question can completely change the way we see people • What God has been teaching me through the first year of Witness the Wonder Whether you're searching for a Christian podcast , encouraging faith stories , powerful Christian testimonies , or reminders of God's faithfulness, I pray this conversation encourages you to slow down, see people the way Jesus did, and remember that God is always at work in your story. Thank you for making the first year of Witness the Wonder so incredibly special. Whether you've listened from Episode 1 or you're joining us for the first time, I'm grateful you're here. If this episode encouraged you: ⭐ Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode. ⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. ⭐ Share this episode with someone who needs hope today. Every follow, review, and share helps more people discover these stories of God's faithfulness. 🙏 Need prayer? Visit ChristinaSmithOfficial.com to send me your prayer request. It would truly be an honor to pray for you. 🇺🇸 Coming Next Week Season 3 begins with a special America's 250th episode featuring Congressman Barry Loudermilk as he shares remarkable stories of God's providence throughout America's founding.
She hated God, drank, did drugs, and smoked two packs a day — and believed she was too far gone for God to ever want her. Then one Sunday changed everything. Kristin Kurtz didn't grow up in church. She grew up in chaos — constant moves, trauma, and a deep belief that if God existed, He wouldn't want anything to do with her. By her teens she was numbing the pain with alcohol, drugs, and cigarettes, living what she calls a " Russian roulette life. " She got a DWI at 20 and half-joked she'd burn a church down just by walking in. But when her sister invited her to church in November 2002, something happened she never expected. Within one or two services she gave her heart to Christ — and then every addiction, every craving for alcohol, drugs, and cigarettes just fell off. No withdrawals. No rehab. Just God. That supernatural deliverance was only the beginning of a life marked by miracle after miracle — including children doctors told her she couldn't have, and a house God so clearly prepared just for her family. Today Kristin hosts the Hope Unlocked podcast and runs New Wings Coaching, where she serves as a "wonder activator" — helping women discover the everyday miracles God is already doing around them. If you've ever thought you were too far gone for God to reach, this episode is for you. ✨ In this episode: Growing up in chaos and hating God Her descent into addiction and the "Russian roulette" years The miraculous, instant deliverance — no withdrawals, no rehab Her miscarriage and the miracle children that followed Recognizing God's fingerprints in the small details The house miracle: 25 years of prayers answered all at once How Kristin became a "wonder activator" with a mandate to help 10,000 women take flight and release their voice. 🎙️ Connect with Kristin: Hope Unlocked Podcast on Apple Podcast and Spotify Website: https://newwingscoaching.net New Wings Coaching: https://bookme.name/newwings/hopeunlocked 📩 New to Witness the Wonder? Follow for real-life God stories, faith testimonies, and hope-filled conversations: 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or YouTube 🎙️ Connect with Christina Smith: To invite Christina to speak, schedule her as a guest on your podcast, inquire about being a guest on Witness the Wonder, or support the mission of the podcast, visit: ChristinaSmithOfficial.com #Addiction #supernaturaltestimony #christiantestimony #deliverance #witnessthewonder #christianpodcast #miraculous #addictionrecovery #faithpodcast #godsgrace #hope #godstories
A powerful God story of redemption, hearing God's voice, and discovering a family revival legacy that had been hidden for generations. Maggie Kavanaugh never planned to move to Tennessee. In fact, she fought the idea. But after a prophetic encounter changed the direction of her life, she found herself walking a path that would eventually uncover a remarkable piece of her family's history. In this episode of Witness the Wonder, Christina Smith sits down with Maggie Kavanaugh, founder of the Godfident movement, to discuss her journey from brokenness and poor choices to purpose, healing, and a deeper relationship with God. Maggie shares how a preacher stopped mid-sermon and called her out, how God led her through unexpected life changes, and how she discovered her ancestors were connected to a revival that continued for more than 100 years in Tennessee. In this episode you'll hear: • A prophetic encounter that changed Maggie's life • How hearing God's voice led her to Tennessee • A powerful testimony of redemption and restoration • The discovery of her family's 100-year revival legacy • What it means to become Godfident in your identity and purpose • Why God can use even the most broken parts of our story If you've ever wondered whether God still speaks today, questioned His direction for your life, or needed hope that your past does not define your future, this conversation will encourage you. Connect with Maggie Kavanaugh 🌐 Moving Forward Ministries: movingforwardministriestn.com 📺 Godfident Next Generation TV Show & App: Moving Forward Ministries Follow Witness the Wonder for more real God stories, personal faith journeys, miracles, testimonies, and conversations that help you recognize how God is always at work in your story. To book Christina Smith to speak, be a guest on your podcast, or support Witness the Wonder, visit ChristinaSmithOfficial.com. #GodStories #ChristianTestimony #HearingGodsVoice #PropheticEncounter #PersonalFaith #Revival #WitnessTheWonder #ChristianPodcast
Maggie Kavanaugh shares her testimony of addiction, shame, destructive choices, trauma, and the moment Jesus radically transformed her life. Before ministry, before speaking, and before helping others find healing and freedom, Maggie describes herself as a walking testimony of destruction. What began as a search for love, identity, and acceptance eventually spiraled into addiction, broken relationships, emotional pain, and overwhelming shame. In this honest and emotional conversation, Maggie opens up about childhood wounds, destructive choices, drug culture, codependency, and the moment she realized she needed complete surrender to Christ. She also shares how God redeemed the very places she once hid in shame and now uses her story to help others find healing and freedom. If you have ever felt too broken, too far gone, or disqualified by your past, this episode is a reminder that God’s grace is greater than your worst mistakes. In this episode: • Addiction and destructive choices • Shame, trauma, and identity struggles • Radical surrender to Jesus • Healing and redemption • Freedom in Christ • Discovering purpose after brokenness • How God transforms even the darkest stories Connect with Maggie Kavanaugh: www.movingforwardministriestn.com www.youtube.com/@movingforwardmedia linktr.ee/MaggieKavanaugh Connect with Christina Smith: If you would like to schedule Christina Smith to speak at your church, conference, women’s event, or if you would like to support the mission of Witness the Wonder, visit: www.christinasmithofficial.com If this episode encouraged you, make sure to follow Witness the Wonder so you never miss a future episode. Leaving a 5-star review helps more people discover these stories of faith, healing, redemption, and transformation. And remember: God is always at work in your story.
In this deeply personal episode of Witness the Wonder, Host Christina Smith shares her own miraculous journey through infertility and the powerful lesson of surrender that became one of the most transformational seasons of her life. After being told by specialists that conceiving was medically impossible, Christina found herself at a crossroads: Would she continue striving, obsessing, and trying to control the outcome…or would she trust God enough to finally lay it all at His feet? This isn’t just a story about infertility. It’s a story about surrender. About learning to trust God in the waiting. And about the first miracle that happens inside of us when we stop trying to carry things God never intended us to carry. In this episode, you’ll hear: The devastating doctor’s appointment that shattered Christina’s dream of becoming a mother The “two-year-old temper tantrum” she threw on God and what He said back The prophetic word from her mother-in-law, Aggie, that ignited her faith How what felt like delay was actually God preparing a bigger future than she could see The moment she finally held her daughter, Kiersten Grace How God used this season to shape the vision that eventually became her business for almost 19 years If you’re in a season of waiting or facing a situation that feels impossible, this episode is for you. Just because God hasn’t done it yet…doesn’t mean He won’t. To schedule Christina Smith to speak or be a guest on your podcast please visit: ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Follow Witness the Wonder for more God stories of faith, hope, healing, and transformation. Facebook Instagram Youtube #WitnessTheWonder #GodStories #Faith #InfertilityJourney #ChristianPodcast #MiracleStory #Testimony #TrustGod #Surrender #WaitingOnGod #PersonalFaith #Healing #ImpossibleWithGod #godstory #supernatural #truestory #miracle
Macc Fenner was kidnapped by a gang, held at gunpoint, and raised his daughter alone — but this supernatural testimony doesn't end where you'd expect. God had a wild plan that changed everything. What happens when a man who survived poverty, abuse, and gang violence finally runs out of road? For Macc Fenner, that's exactly when the miracle started. In this episode of Witness the Wonder, Macc shares his raw, unfiltered God story — from the streets to a moment at band practice where Jesus showed up in the room and nothing was ever the same. This faith testimony is about resilience, redemption, and what it looks like when God pursues someone who's been running hard from Him. If you've ever wondered if miracles still happen, if God is real, or if He can reach someone in the darkest place — this episode is for you. In this episode: ✔️ Growing up in extreme poverty and abuse ✔️ Being kidnapped and held at gunpoint by a gang ✔️ Raising his daughter alone as a single dad — and graduating as valedictorian ✔️ The supernatural encounter that changed Macc's life ✔️ How God transforms the broken into the unbreakable If this episode impacted you, I would love to hear your story. You can also partner with Witness the Wonder to help us continue sharing real stories that build faith and point people to Jesus. 📩 Share your story, request prayer, or partner with the show: https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Connect with Macc Fenner: 📧 Email: macc@frontallobepodcast.com 🌐 Website: https://www.frontallobepodcast.com Witness the Wonder with Christina Smith shares real stories of how God is moving in everyday lives — helping you recognize His presence in your own life. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Macc's Wild God Story 00:48 Macc's Early Life and Struggles 02:58 The Turning Point: Gang Life and Violence 05:22 Fatherhood and Personal Challenges 07:18 The Search for Truth and Spiritual Awakening 08:40 The Moment of Transformation 10:18 Life After Transformation: New Beginnings 11:19 The Power of Testimony and Mentorship 12:41 Impacting Lives Through Love and Light 14:47 The Ripple Effect of One Life Changed 16:30 Navigating Life with Faith 18:43 The Light in Darkness: A Beautiful Illustration 21:31 The Power of Labels and Identity 22:41 Obedience and Manifestation of God's Power 25:53 From Anger to Acceptance: A Journey of Transformation 29:32 Dying to Self: The Path to New Life in Christ 31:56 Trusting God's Plan and the Cost of Discipleship #SupernaturalTestimony #ChristianTestimony #GodStories #WitnessTheWonder #MiracleTestimony #RedemptionStory #FaithTestimony #MaccFenner #ChristianPodcast #SignsAndWonders #godstory #faith #miraclestory #miracle #truestory #realstory #supernatural #hope
What do you do when a dream you’ve spent 25 years working toward almost destroys you? In this episode of Witness the Wonder, Alison Gieschen shares her story of surviving a life-threatening storm at sea that left her shaken, afraid, and wondering if she could keep going. What began as a lifelong dream to sail around the world quickly turned into a fight for survival when massive waves overtook their boat. Even after making it through the storm, the fear didn’t disappear. Alison found herself questioning whether she could continue the journey. But what happened next changed everything. From an unexpected encounter just three boats away to a series of moments she describes as divine, maybe even supernatural appointments, Alison began to see her story differently. This is a powerful conversation about fear, faith, and learning to trust God even when you do not understand what is happening. In this episode: A storm at sea that nearly ended their journey The emotional aftermath of fear and trauma An unexpected encounter that shifted everything How perspective changes when you begin to trust God Finding purpose in moments that feel out of control Connect with Alison Gieschen: Website: https://sailmates.org Book: https://a.co/d/0jdnxxjW To learn more and support the show: https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com If this story encouraged you, follow Witness the Wonder, share it with someone who needs encouragement, and consider financially supporting the show to help us continue sharing stories of hope that build faith.
He was nine months old when his father threw him to the police… and then walked away from the family. Sean Teis grew up without a dad, later lost the man who stepped in as a father figure, and wrestled with a question many people carry deep inside: Can I really trust God as Father? In this conversation, Sean shares his personal story of growing up fatherless, navigating abandonment, and discovering what it means to find identity, security, and healing in God. This is a powerful Christian testimony and one of those real God stories that reminds us we can experience God even in the middle of our pain. If you’ve ever struggled with a father wound, felt abandoned, or questioned where God is in your life, this episode will help you see how people begin to hear God , trust Him, and recognize His presence in their story. Today, Sean leads God Is My Dad , a ministry helping fatherless families and single mothers around the world and guiding people toward deeper personal faith and healing. Topics covered: • Growing up fatherless and healing the father wound • Losing a grandfather who became a father figure • Trusting God after abandonment • Finding identity and security in God • Breaking generational cycles of fatherlessness • The heart behind the God Is My Dad ministry 🔗 Connect with Sean: www.godismydad.com @GodIsMyDad on all platforms 📚 Sean’s Books: The Fatherless Journey For Guys https://a.co/d/05NoHiHv The Single Mom Journey: A 30-Day Devotional Guide https://a.co/d/0iZ7ongj The Fatherless Journey for Girls https://a.co/d/05UeaYMi The Fatherless Journey – A Devotional For Guys https://a.co/d/04ph3x8s 🔗 Connect with Witness the Wonder: Website: https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Instagram: @witnessthewonder Facebook: @witnessthewonder If this conversation encouraged you, I’d love for you to follow the show and leave a review. It helps these stories reach more people. Witness the Wonder is hosted by Christina Smith, sharing real life stories, personal faith journeys, and how God is always at work in your story.
She was trafficked at 17, attempted suicide, lost everything in a hurricane, and God refused to let go. Jeanne Roberson’s story is a powerful God story and one of the most raw and redemptive personal faith journeys you’ll hear. This is more than a testimony, it’s a real account of what happens when someone experiences God in the middle of brokenness. Jeanne was groomed at 17 and spent the next 21 years in the adult entertainment industry. At 27, she had a supernatural encounter with God that revealed the reality of what she was living in, a moment that would begin to change everything. She battled addiction, survived a suicide attempt, and lost everything she owned to a hurricane. But through it all, God kept showing up, through miracle provision, healing, and undeniable moments where she could hear God guiding her path forward . This episode is a powerful Christian testimony of redemption, healing, and transformation. It’s a reminder that no matter your past, you can still experience God , hear His voice, and step into a completely new life. Today, Jeanne is an author of Shattered for Glory , works with strip club ministries, and serves survivors through outreach and advocacy, helping others find the same freedom she did. If you’ve ever wondered if your past story disqualifies you from God’s plan, this miracle story will show you that it actually equips you to help others more effectively. Jeanne's book: Shattered for Glory: Human Trafficking Survivor's Journey to Freedom 👉 Buy Jeanne’s book: https://amzn.to/4vfQ6x9 Connect with her: www.shatteredforglory.com Connect with Christina: https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com CHAPTERS 00:00 The Story That Shouldn’t Have Happened 00:42 Groomed at 17: How It Started 03:15 21 Years in the Adult Industry 06:40 The Night Everything Shifted 09:25 A Supernatural Encounter on Stage 12:10 Addiction, Pain, and a Suicide Attempt 15:05 Losing Everything in a Hurricane 17:40 When God Kept Showing Up 20:10 The $5,000 Check & Unexpected Provision 22:30 Healing from PTSD Through Psalm 91 24:45 From Brokenness to Purpose 26:30 Helping Other Survivors Find Freedom 28:00 What Her Story Means for You New episodes every Tuesday — Follow so you never miss a God story. If you love the stories we share on Witness the Wonder leave us a review. It helps these stories reach more people. #ChristianTestimony#HumanTraffickingSurvivor#RedemptionStory#FaithStory#MiracleTestimony#GodStories#WitnessTheWonder#TrueStory#SurvivorStory#FromDarknessToLight
What do you do when nothing seems to be working? When their son began experiencing severe autism symptoms, Josh and Shelly Hankins were out of answers. As autism parents, they found themselves navigating overwhelming behaviors, unanswered questions, and a season that felt impossible to understand. In this episode of Witness the Wonder , they share the reality of what they walked through, what they discovered along the way, and the moment everything began to shift. Their story is a powerful reminder that even in the hardest seasons, God is always at work, often in ways we don’t see until our prayers are answered. In this episode, you’ll hear: • The hidden struggle their son was carrying • What Josh discovered at https://NIDS.net that changed how he saw autism • The prayer that became a turning point • Why God can feel silent in the hardest moments • The moment God spoke three words that stopped Josh in his tracks About the Guests Josh and Shelly Hankins are the hosts of the God’s Goodness Podcast , where they share real stories of faith and how God is at work in everyday life. Listen here: God’s Goodness Podcast About the Show Witness the Wonder , hosted by Christina Smith, shares real stories of how God is at work in everyday lives, helping people recognize His presence in their own story. If this story encouraged you, visit ChristinaSmithOfficial.com to connect, learn more, and partner with the mission of Witness the Wonder .
What would you do if you had no income for over two years? In this episode of Witness the Wonder , Josh and Shelly Hankins share their powerful story of walking through 27 months with no income…and still seeing every bill paid. They open up about the uncertainty, the questions, and the unexpected peace they experienced in the middle of it all. This conversation is a reminder that even in seasons that don’t make sense, God is still at work. If you’re navigating a difficult season or learning to trust God in a deeper way, this story will encourage you. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation. Josh and Shelly Hankins are the hosts of God’s Goodness podcast. Connect with them: https://hihello.com/p/77b08bb6-e070-4227-bd63-69a2dd2b958a Birch Gold: If you’re interested in learning more about protecting your savings through gold, you can get your FREE Birch Gold INFO KIT here: https://bitira.go2cloud.org/SHBB Connect with Christina: https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com If this episode encouraged you and you’d like to support the show: https://paypal.me/Witnessthewonder Witness the Wonder shares real stories of how God is at work in everyday lives, helping people recognize His presence in their own story. God is always at work in your story.
When life suddenly falls apart, where do you find hope? In this episode of Witness the Wonder , Jenilee Samuel , Host of Java with Jen , shares the powerful story of what happened after a devastating hurricane flooded her family’s home and turned their world upside down. Instead of focusing only on what they lost, Jenilee learned something that changed how her entire family experienced the storm: learning to intentionally look for what God was doing in the middle of it. In this conversation you'll discover: Why what you focus on determines whether hardship becomes trauma or testimony How God sometimes prepares our hearts before difficult seasons arrive The surprising ways God often works through people How parents shape how children interpret difficult seasons How gratitude can restore perspective during hardship. Near the end of the episode, Jenilee also shares a powerful question that has helped many people begin healing painful memories and recognize where Jesus may have been present in their story. Even when life floods everything around you, God is always at work in your story. Connect with Jenilee Samuel: Jenilee Samuel Website https://www.JenileeSamuel.com Listen to Jenilee’s podcast Java with Jen Get Jenilee's Free Resource – Hear God Email Series Connect with Christina Smith Website https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Follow @WitnesstheWonder on Social Media Support Witness the Wonder If this episode encouraged you and you'd like to help these stories continue reaching people around the world, you can support the podcast here: Partner with the Show Your generosity helps cover production, editing, and distribution so these stories can continue being shared.
Have you ever felt completely unqualified for the exact thing God is asking you to do? You are not alone. In this episode of Witness the Wonder, Melissa Lea Hughes opens up about the reality of imposter syndrome , the fear of being misunderstood, and why experiencing what she calls the “ cringe factor ” may actually be the greatest sign that you are right where God wants you. Melissa shares the powerful concept she calls “Sweaty Armpit Time.” These are the moments when stepping into obedience feels terrifying, uncomfortable, and completely outside your comfort zone. Yet these moments are often where God grows us the most. From navigating the overwhelming aftermath of a viral video to the tension many women feel between motherhood and calling, Melissa shares how to move past the internal dialogue of “Who am I to do this?” and step forward in faith. If fear of judgment has been keeping you silent, this honest and encouraging conversation may be the push you need to speak up, step out, and trust the story God is writing in your life. CONNECT WITH MELISSA LEA HUGHES Website www.melissaleahughes.com Follow on Instagram @melissaleahughes CONNECT WITH CHRISTINA SMITH & WITNESS THE WONDER Website www.christinasmithofficial.com Follow on all platforms @witnessthewonder ABOUT WITNESS THE WONDER Witness the Wonder is a faith based video podcast hosted by Christina Smith featuring real conversations and powerful God stories. Each episode invites you to see how God is moving in everyday lives and discover the wonder of His work in your own story. SUPPORT THE SHOW If this episode encouraged you, please follow the channel and leave a review. Those simple actions help more people discover these stories of faith and transformation. To financially support Witness the Wonder visit www.ChristinaSmithOfficial.com #ImposterSyndrome#GodStories#PersonalFaith#ChristianPodcast#WitnessTheWonder#FaithInGod
When Todd Coconato was a child actor in Hollywood, he thought he was living the dream. He was surrounded by celebrities, parties, and everything the world calls success. But none of that mattered the night he was stabbed nine times, including once in the heart, and bleeding out in his car. In this powerful conversation, Todd shares how, in that moment between life and death, he heard the audible voice of God ask him one question that changed everything. Todd and Christina discuss his early years in Hollywood, the emptiness behind the lifestyle, the night of the attack, the miraculous way doctors said he should not be alive, and the moment he surrendered to God’s call on his life. He also shares how God led him into pastoral ministry, his work as an evangelist and broadcaster, and his heart for a “remnant” of believers who refuse to bow to the culture. If you’ve ever wondered whether your past disqualifies you, felt caught between two lives, or asked if God can really redeem your story, Todd’s testimony will give you hope and remind you that God still speaks, still saves, and still performs miracles. In this episode, we cover: Todd’s journey from Hollywood sets to a near-death experience The night he was stabbed 9 times and heard God speak Why survival was only the beginning of his transformation How God called him into ministry and what he’s doing today Encouragement for anyone who feels too far gone or “in between” Connect with Todd Coconato: Website: https://toddcoconato.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealToddCoconato Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddcoconato YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ToddCoconato Connect with Christina Smith & Witness the Wonder: Website: https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Christina.Smith00/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/witnessthewonder YouTube: https://youtube.com/@witnessthewonder If you believe in what we’re building through Witness the Wonder and want to help these stories reach more people, you can learn more and support the show at: https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com #ToddCoconato #ChristianTestimony #MiracleStory #Stabbed9Times #NearDeathExperience #HearingGodsVoice #GodSpoke #FromHollywoodToJesus #ChristianPodcast #FaithStories #RedemptionStory #JesusSaves #GodStillHeals #SpiritualAwakening #WitnessTheWonder #ChildActor #Hollywood
In this episode of Witness the Wonder, host Christina Smith sits down with publisher Missy Maxwell Worton and editor Donna Bess to talk about Resilience: The Rise After the Fall , a powerful anthology featuring 22 true stories of women who have walked through loss, failure, betrayal, and starting over. This conversation explores why our stories matter, how healing often comes through telling the truth, and what happens when people choose to share what God has carried them through. These stories remind us that even in our lowest moments, God is still at work. If you’ve ever wondered whether your story is important enough to tell, this episode is for you. Episode Highlights (00:00) The story we’re afraid to share (02:15) Meet Missy Maxwell Worton & Donna Bess (08:30) Resilience and rising after failure (14:45) Healing through sharing your story (22:10) Why testimony brings freedom Featured Guests Missy Maxwell Worton: https://www.missymaxwellworton.com Books by Missy: https://amzn.to/4qrE5Rw Donna Bess: https://www.donnabessofficial.com Books by Donna: https://amzn.to/4qmqN8Q Mentioned in this Episode Get the Book: Resilience 3: The Rise After the Fall here: https://amzn.to/4aDq4eM Connect with Witness the Wonder Visit https://ChristinaSmithOfficial.com for episode resources, guests, and more. Read Christina’s Story (Chapter 7) in Resilience: Women Rising to Their Greatest Moments https://amzn.to/3MxyDPm Disclaimer: Some links in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting Witness the Wonder.
