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Growing up as a pastor's daughter in Israel, Tamar wondered whether her faith was really her own. For a year, she asked God to show Himself. An unexpected conversation helped her recognize her need for Jesus, and she describes the forgiveness and peace that changed how she lived. Have a Wow God story? Tell us about the moment that made you say, "Wow, God."

Warning: This episode features stories of dark and evil forces. Please don't listen around your kids.  I've encountered dark forces before, especially before I was born again. Maybe you have too. Lucky for us, God can cast out these forces forever, if we run to Him. Today on Wow God Stories, hear how people did exactly that. You;ll hear how... Ivani Greppi was tormented by dark entities all throughout her life, but she found deliverance through Jesus. Her book is "CAST OUT" (also, she has a free book in English and Spanish): https://www.ivanigreppi.com/ Karla Callan was a practicing witch who had an encounter with the Holy Spirit. About her: https://karlacallanministries.com/ Marcia Montenegro was a leader in astrology who rejected God, until He undeniably called her to church. https://www.christiananswersnewage.com/

Rob finds another willing storyteller in his church parking lot, Pastor Ben Hooper. Ben shares how God called him and his wife to leave family, friends, and a comfortable life in Chattanooga to plant a church in Nashville. Have a Wow God story? Tell us about the moment that made you say, "Wow, God."

I worry about my kids... a lot. Yet, no matter how much I worry, I still can't hold their lives in my hands. But God does! Today on Wow God Stories, hear four stories of God's protection. Hear how... Allen Ratta was on stage at church when an active shooter tried to kill the children at Sunday school. His latest book: https://www.amazon.com/Spiritual-Simplicity-Great-Commandment-Prayer-ebook/dp/B0GXZ5BSBQ/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=oPQOs&content-id=amzn1.sym.ac827e48-2948-4721-83ef-3e7648ac35cb&pf_rd_p=ac827e48-2948-4721-83ef-3e7648ac35cb&pf_rd_r=143-2776742-6022262&pd_rd_wg=V9GzU&pd_rd_r=8ddf0596-672c-4977-9916-8c7d1002f668    Aura Hernandez went from gang violence to education thanks to sponsorship. Compassion: https://www.compassion.com/ Laura Wifler – Laura Wifler's daughter was born with disabilities that reshaped how she saw success. Her book: https://www.amazon.com/This-Side-Sky-Scriptures-Homesick-ebook/dp/B0GQLHGSZ3?crid=13H18SBQP8WE2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.euao8VPuiyJlImPU48j43w.moIYrF_r_liTRvsK3PhkChWc4sV1P43q9Wuipm0z-IU&dib_tag=se&keywords=this+side+of+the+side+laura+wifler&qid=1772748836&sprefix=this+side+of+the+side+laura+wifler%2Caps%2C195&sr=8-1 Tanner Pinkerman sees God transform the life of kids every day.

An exhausted camp counselor, Michael tried to help a sixth grader understand why God hadn't healed his diabetes. Then the Holy Spirit challenged Michael to believe what he'd just shared, that God could turn his own weaknesses into strengths, too. Have a Wow God story? Tell us about the moment that made you say, "Wow, God."

As a dad, I'm always amazed at the way my kids encounter Jesus. Maybe you've felt the same way. Today on Wow God Stories, hear how...   Willow Weston's son heard the word "Amanda" and "Hospital", which led him and his friend to a miraculous encounter.   Her book "Collide": https://www.willowweston.com/   Willow's son had a secret, he was providing food for the hungry. Ireland survived a car accident and received a powerful message.

Rob asks people at a local gas station how God has intervened in their lives. Owen shares how prayer helped him through his parents' divorce, Peter describes how God changed him when he became a dad, and Destiny recalls finding help to save two people from an overdose.   *:first-child]:mt-0 [&>*:last-child]:mb-0 [&>*:last-child]:mb-0 [&>ol:first-child]:mt-0 [&>ul:first-child]:mt-0" dir="auto" data-selected-text-overlay-target="_r_asj_" data-markdown-text-style="assistant-message"> Have a Wow God story? Tell us about the moment that made you say, "Wow, God."

When God instructs me to make a change, I struggle with a few questions. How do I know that was God's voice? How do I know when the right time is? What do I do next? Today's episode of Wow God Stories features 3 stories of people overcoming these question. Hear how... Brandie was the victim of a robbery involving a firearm. She chose to forgive the man who organized her robbing (Terrell Scott) and boldly shared the gospel with him while he was in prison. Later, the two got married and started a global ministry. Malachi Project: https://www.theriverrefuge.org/support-us Shawn Whitson transformed his tech company into a Christian place of prayer and connection. Site: https://actssocial.com/ John Coleman pursued God's presence in his investment work. https://sovereignscapital.com/team

Savannah shares how God prompted her mom to become a surrogate for a couple whose health challenges made pregnancy unsafe. Her mom's sacrifice helped them have the daughter they'd long prayed for. Have a Wow God story? Tell us about the moment that made you say, "Wow, God."

I (Mike, the editor of Wow God Stories) have struggled with porn addiction, and maybe you have too. If so, I have full faith that today's episode will strike you in the heart in the deepest way possible. I relate to these stories, and you will too. Hear how... God redeemed Crystal Renaud's hidden struggle with pornography and turned years of shame into a ministry helping other women find healing and freedom. https://sherecovery.com/ Blaine Bartel had a successful life and ministry, but gave everything up for pornography and sexual addiction. When he turned to God, everything changed. https://www.houseofresurrection.life/ Joshua Broome left the porn industry to become a pastor.

God sees far ahead into the future. But I don't! And neither do you. Sometimes, this leads to some exciting and unexpected stories. Today on Wow God Stories, hear how... Olivia faced two major injuries in high school basketball, which would lead her to a calling to ministry years later. God had a plan for Oliva to be a leader! https://www.amazon.com/Where-I-Rest-Olivia-Heikes-ebook/dp/B0HGNKZXTV?crid=1ZWFUYLSUOBLM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.USdP3vR5zu1t1dwsaxLmkl0szIfGwv9jvBmGmNkuRPfATCmZ_DkFx7nF5sMKomfI.L4q6MEM53w9x5BpOgRoVf6Zm-Luu2UP30D1rbx4F294&dib_tag=se&keywords=olivia+heikes&qid=1788948724&sprefix=olivia+heikes%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-1  Geony felt called to take a sabbatical, which gave her a chance to say goodbye to her mom. God had a plan for Geony to take a sabbatical that she couldn't have understood ahead of time.

When you can't find the words to pray, try declaring God's promises and goodness over your life. You'll see incredible things happen. This is something Tara Sierra Mosely discovered. Hear how... In an African village, a Muslim woman named Amina who had been unable to walk for years stood up and walked after prayer in Jesus' name. A last-minute visit to a dying woman in Uganda led to her accepting Jesus. After a severe throat injury left Tara's husband facing major surgery, scans later showed the damage was gone, and he walked out of the hospital hours later fully healed. After Tara's young son faced a possible lymphoma diagnosis, she leaned on Scripture and prayer through a long season of uncertainty, and over time the signs of cancer disappeared. Books: https://tarasierramoseley.com/index.html

It's hard to find God in scary moments. On today's episode of Wow God stories, I have two stories for you of people experiencing God's presence in tough (like, really tough) times. Hear how... Diana L Kannady witnessed the murder of her fiancé, and later the death of her husband. Yet, she chose to trust in God. https://www.dianakannadyauthor.com/   Mel Torre was on Park Avenue during the 9/11 attacks, but found an oddly unnoticed path to safety.

What is God calling you to do for work? If you're anything like me, you've obsessed over this question. Today on Wow God Stories, hear how 3 people wrestled with this question. You'll hear how... Hope left the corporate world to pursue motherhood. Doug Hannah learned a truth that he had been preaching absentmindedly for years.  About Doug: https://christianfm.com/personalities/doug-hannah/ Daryth Ly faced seemingly insurmountable oppression as a young child, but found God and his life's purpose. Dareth's story: https://darethly.com/  Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. – Proverbs 16:3

Rob met Danielle at Crieve Hall Bagel Co. She talks about infertility, miscarriage, and how God brought her back to songwriting in the middle of it all.