Summary : Have you ever contemplated the power of faith and God's grace to change lives? This episode brings to light the inspiring journey of Shanna, a woman who experienced a radical transformation through God's love. Raised in a family of pastors, Shanna grappled with her identity and her faith, wrestling with guilt, shame, and self-condemnation in the face of partying and drug use. Listen as she shares the struggles and triumphs of her journey to find self-acceptance and a deeper connection ...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 35 min
Summary : Imagine being born into a world of strict religious practices, only to find solace in the strings of a guitar. In today's episode, we welcome Daniel, a Peruvian transplant to the United States, whose journey through life has been anything but ordinary. Raised in an Adventist family, Daniel's early life in Peru was marked by societal expectations and religious rituals. However, he channeled his personal struggles of molestation, teenage rebellion, and addiction into soulful music, allow...
May 03, 2023•2 hr 18 min
Summary : Welcome to the Death to Life podcast, where we explore personal stories of transformation and redemption through the power of faith. In this episode, we sit down with Alba, a woman who grew up in Brazil with a strong connection to God but whose life was not without pain and struggles. Alba's journey was marked by various challenges, including abusive experiences from a young age, infertility and trouble in childbearing, and having a child with special needs. Through it all, Alba shares...
Apr 26, 2023•2 hr 31 min
Summary : Welcome to the Death to Life podcast, where we explore personal stories of transformation and redemption. In this episode, we are honored to have Brad as our guest. Brad grew up in Ukraine and was adopted at the age of 7. From that moment on, he tried to forget everything about his old life and start anew. But as he grew older, Brad realized that all the hard work he put into being righteous didn't make him truly righteous. It was only through Jesus that he found true righteousness and...
Apr 19, 2023•1 hr 45 min
Summary : Welcome to the "Death to Life" podcast, where we explore stories of individuals who have experienced transformation through the power of the gospel. In this episode, we sit down with Cloi as she shares her journey from a non-religious background to finding freedom in Christ. Cloi moved in with her father at age eleven and was introduced to Christianity. However, her church was heavy with legalism, leading to a misunderstanding of who Jesus truly is. Cloi faced trials at home and strugg...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 56 min
Summary : Welcome to another episode of Death to Life. In this podcast, we explore the journey of individuals who have navigated their way from a place of hopelessness to a life of purpose and meaning. In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Wes, who shares his story of overcoming doubt, legalism, and insecurity. Wes recounts his journey of questioning his faith and feeling trapped in a cycle of legalistic beliefs that left him disconnected from God. As he began to explore and un...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 59 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Summary : Welcome to the Death to Life podcast. In this episode, we sit down with Laura Poblete, a woman whose journey to faith has been marked by struggle and uncertainty. Laura grew up in the church, but as a child, she struggled with feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. As a result, she found herself questioning the teachings of her faith and ultimately drifted away from God. However, Laura's search for meaning and purpose didn't end there. She explored various religions and spiritual ...
Mar 29, 2023•2 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Summary : Welcome to the Death to Life podcast, where we bring you stories of hope and redemption from real people who have experienced the transformative power of faith. This week, we have an amazing story from our guest, Jason. Jason grew up with divorced parents, which led to a low sense of self-worth and depression. He also had a strained relationship with his father, and carried the weight of a mystery surrounding his past that left him feeling lost and alone. Even when Jason got married, h...
Mar 22, 2023•2 hr 32 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Summary : Hey friends, welcome to another episode of the Death to Life podcast! Today, we have the incredible story of Whitney, who shares with us how she found peace and freedom in her life. Whitney's journey is nothing short of amazing, and I can't wait for you all to hear it. Growing up in the church, Whitney found herself compartmentalizing her faith and struggling to find her identity. But even after getting married and seemingly having it all together, things started to fall apart for her....
Mar 15, 2023•2 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Summary : Welcome to another episode of Death to Life, a podcast where we explore stories of transformation and redemption through the power of faith. In this episode, we revisit Harold's story, who was featured in our first season. Harold's journey was a difficult one. He faced numerous challenges, including a cross-country move that tested his patience and forced him to confront his deepest fears. In this episode, we catch up with Harold and hear about how he coped with these challenges. We le...
Mar 08, 2023•1 hr 46 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Summary : In this bonus episode, prepare for a whole bunch of gospel fire. Death to Life hosts its inaugural Bible Verse Draft in true fantasy sports league fashion. The theme? Most Commonly Misunderstood Verses in Scripture. Five Bible fanatics take turns selecting the hottest verses across a range of categories, explaining false interpretations, and sharing the true power behind the punch. Join host Richard Young and guests Justin Khoe, Jonathan Leonardo, Tyler Morrison, and Ben Williams as th...
Mar 01, 2023•1 hr 38 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Summary : Welcome to another episode of the Death to Life podcast, where we explore stories of people who have experienced a transformational journey from death to life. This is our 100th episode and we feel so blessed to have made it this far! In this episode, we hear from Mollie, who shares with us her personal encounter with God's love. Growing up, Mollie had always believed in God, but it wasn't until she saw how God transformed her family that she began to truly understand His love. For yea...
Feb 22, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Summary : Welcome to the "Death to Life" podcast. In this episode, we hear from Cindy, an adopted child who struggled with feelings of rejection and a sense of not belonging. Despite her desire to be a devout Christian, Cindy felt like she didn't fit in with that community. Her story explores themes of pain, addiction, identity, and the search for a sense of daughterhood. Throughout her journey, she discovers that God always reveals his love to his children, and her story serves as a powerful te...
Feb 15, 2023•1 hr 39 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Summary : Welcome to Death to Life, the podcast where we explore how Jesus transforms lives. In today's episode, we delve into the story of Beez, who had been struggling with feelings of being unlovable and worthless. His insecurity had led him to define his value solely by what he could produce, and his past trauma had caused intimacy issues, even leading him to contemplate suicide. Join us as we journey with Beez and see how Jesus brought him from a place of death to a life of purpose and love...
Feb 08, 2023•2 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Summary : In this episode of the Death to Life Podcast, we hear the story of Caryn and her journey to let go of expectations and self-righteousness. Caryn shares her struggles with sexual intimacy in her relationship and how she found freedom when she realized her true identity as a daughter of God. Join us for an inspiring conversation about letting go of the things that hold us back and finding true freedom in our relationship with God. Listen now!" Keywords : Freedom / Expectations / Sexual I...
Feb 01, 2023•2 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Summary : In the season finale, we meet Kessia Reyne Bennett. Her name may sound familiar as she’s been frequently mentioned in other stories in this podcast. But today we hear Kessia Reyne's story — one that is relatable and yet wildly unique. Kessia Reyne always had a strong affinity for intellect and reasoning coupled with a deep spirituality. Not coming from a background of means, she saw explicit examples of God’s provision in her life, slowly building to a career in ministry. But as her kn...
Nov 15, 2022•2 hr 9 min
Summary : This episode is the culmination of the last two weeks! Wayne and Michelle Morrison, who have shared their separate stories, come together to dialogue about how their marriage was transformed. Through 41 years, six children, and a few huge career changes, these two have an incredible wealth of knowledge and life experience. Most of all, they share an intimate understanding of their Father, one cultivated and matured over decades of discovery and walking with Him. Listen in as Wayne and ...
Nov 09, 2022•1 hr 46 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Summary: Michelle Morrison always wanted to be Great. Inspired by major Bible characters like Joseph and Daniel, Michelle desired God above all things and yearned for a spiritual home and family. But her road was not smooth. For over 20 years, Michelle’s journey was speckled with marriage trouble, family illness, spiritual warfare, and deception. There were moments of darkness — yet even in darkness, God’s light is purifying. Now Michelle lives in the fullness of one of her favorite promises fro...
Oct 30, 2022•2 hr 37 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Summary : Wayne Morrison loved to be liked. He was the ultimate “people person” and could not stand if someone didn’t like him. This constant pursuit of affirmation threw hurdles up in his marriage, in parenthood, and in his walk with God. But Wayne was not intended to live as a slave to sin, shame, and condemnation. As he learned more about walking by faith and the righteousness God promises, both Wayne and his marriage were transformed — and truly knowing God has changed everything. Keywords :...
Oct 26, 2022•2 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Summary : If you talk to Drew Mekelberg, you may hear a few quotes from The Office. Similar to Michael Scott, Drew found identity in how others felt about him. Especially in sports and friendships, he had a drive to be liked and respected, which often fueled his actions. Drew’s walk with God grew deeper when he started exploring the Bible on his own. Through a network of spiritually-minded friends and encouragement, the Word had fresh clarity — and Drew’s life was made new. This story is relatab...
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Summary : Things were not always easy for Lindsay VanDenburgh. Through a life of hard knocks, she was given constant reasons to feel like a victim. There was incredibly real trauma that dovetailed into pills and other ways to numb her experience. But Lindsay had an open heart. In unpredictable moments, God spoke to her through song and love. In the quiet, God reminded Lindsay that she was free from her past — and that her life begins in His victory. Keywords : Divorce / Sexual Assault / Self Ima...
Oct 07, 2022•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Summary : In this bonus episode, prepare for a whole bunch of gospel fire. Death to Life hosts its inaugural Bible Verse Draft in true fantasy sports league fashion. The theme? Most Commonly Misunderstood Verses in Scripture. Five Bible fanatics take turns selecting the hottest verses across a range of categories, explaining false interpretations, and sharing the true power behind the punch. Join host Richard Young and guests Justin Khoe, Jonathan Leonardo, Tyler Morrison, and Ben Williams as th...
Oct 05, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Summary : Michael Beans was a sports guy. Throughout adolescence, he marked his success and value through his performance. While he knew God existed, it was a case of “out of sight, out of mind.” God was real — but not REAL. But Michael had no idea just how real God was about to get in his lived experience. Comfort zones were shattered, and career trajectories were reformed. Praise the Lord that today, Michael knows who he is: a righteous son saved by his Father. Keywords : Sports / Adventism / ...
Sep 28, 2022•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Summary : God is the master of love stories. Two guests return in this episode to share theirs: Jonathan ( S01, Ep39 ) and Serena ( S01, Ep11 )! The gospel is rich in this story with JB and Serena speaking the truth over common relationship lies. Have you ever felt that being single is a problem? Have you said you need to work on yourself before getting into a relationship? After being transformed by the love of Jesus, have you felt guilty for bad moods or worried you weren’t 100% made new? As S...
Sep 21, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Summary : Camerine Collingsworth had a problem with how she looked. From an early age, she experienced poor self-image and struggled to see her value. This resulted in a tug-of-war with control and resentment that bubbled up almost without cause. Fast forward to a few years into marriage and motherhood and Camerine realized she had a choice: keep believing what she had believed for over a decade — or trust in Someone who said she was righteous, blameless, and beautiful. This episode is an incred...
Sep 15, 2022•1 hr 41 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Summary : Chris Mindanao has spent his whole life looking for the truth. His search led to some dead ends — bad relationships with his parents, drug habits, depression. But after a traumatic drug experience, Chris was drawn to the wisdom of the Bible. God revealed in scripture that what Chris thought was freedom to do whatever he wanted was actually slavery to sin and worldly whims. What follows is a wild journey of God proving to Chris that life is worth living just because He lives. Keywords :...
Sep 07, 2022•1 hr 46 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Summary : We love to bring back familiar faces — and this episode has TWO Jesus super fans returning to the DTL podcast. Listen in as Elias ( S01, Ep10 ) and Gabby ( S01, Ep23 ) share how freedom has transformed their marriage in Jesus’ name. This episode is rich with blessings and examples of how the Holy Spirit actively works in us and through us. Whether you’re married, dating, or living a single life, Gabby and Elias share revelations that are true for everyone. Tune in — and be blessed. Key...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Summary : Casey Williams was no stranger to loss. While her life had moments of joy and positivity, Casey’s secret life involved low self-esteem and the heavy weight of depression. This manifested in an on-again, off-again relationship with self-harm that lasted for years, impacting her hope, her outlook, and her value. In the powerful climax of the story, Casey found herself in the grip of spiritual warfare while lies echoed in her mind: God doesn’t see you. God doesn’t love you. But what cut t...
Aug 24, 2022•1 hr 45 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Summary : Embark on a captivating journey in our podcast episode, "Death to Life," where we unravel the incredible tale of Eddie's redemption. Amidst the universal struggles of guilt and shame, Eddie's narrative becomes a remarkable testament to the liberating embrace of God's love and the gospel. From grappling with infidelity's aftermath to understanding the vital role of patience in healing, Eddie's experience sheds light on the transformative power of faith. Through our exploration, you'll u...
Aug 17, 2022•1 hr 51 min
Summary : Jaela Cornejo has always been sensitive to God and His voice. Despite the early impact of divorce and struggles with school, Jaela had deep-rooted confidence in who she was and how God felt about her. She knew she was loved without a doubt. That heavenly love inspired a strong and beautiful faith that carried Jaela through many trials. But in faith, what is a trial but an opportunity for God to come through? Listen to part two of a story featuring a woman with incredible faith — and th...
Aug 10, 2022•2 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 32
