E34 - True Masculinity Begins with Surrender: Mike Van Pelt on Faith, Family & Purpose

E34 - True Masculinity Begins with Surrender: Mike Van Pelt on Faith, Family & Purpose

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2470044/fan_mail/new] What happens when a man finally stops performing, stops pretending, and lets God speak directly to his heart? In this powerful episode of Crazy Amazing God Stories, David sits down with Christian men’s coach, author, and speaker Mike Van Pelt, whose journey from burnout, shame, and misplaced identity into purpose-driven leadership will resonate deeply with men everywhere. Mike shares the moment God broke through the noise — a lightning-bolt encounter during a men’s retreat that changed everything. From discovering true identity in Christ, to confronting childhood wounds, to rebuilding his life around Scripture, discipline, and action, Mike reveals how God reshapes men from the inside out. This conversation dives into: * Why true masculinity begins with surrender, not swagger * How men bury pain and how God brings it back up for healing * The danger of tying identity to career, money, or performance * The power of mentorship, community, and spiritual readiness * Why men must care for their body, mind, and spirit * How to lead your home with courage, love, and biblical fundamentals * Why America needs a renaissance of godly men and strong families If you’ve ever felt the weight of leadership, the ache of purpose, or the pull toward something more — this episode will speak directly to your heart. In Episode Links: American Family Renaissance | Christian Men's Movement [https://www.americanfamilyrenaissance.org/] 💬 Got a story of your own? Share it with us in the comments or reach out—we’d love to hear how God has moved in your life.

E33 - He Tried to End His Life… Until Jesus Called Him by Name: The Radical Rescue of David Ebel

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2470044/fan_mail/new] Born with severe birth defects, told he wouldn’t live past twenty, bullied, addicted, and drowning in pain—David Ebel’s life looked like a slow-motion tragedy. After multiple suicide attempts, a drunken Christmas Eve crash, and a plan to end his life for good, David walked into a tiny church expecting nothing… and encountered the God who interrupts. In this unforgettable episode of Crazy Amazing God Stories, David shares how a stranger supernaturally listed every hidden detail of his suffering, how the Holy Spirit fell on him like “warm honey,” and how Jesus called him out by name—transforming a suicidal young man into a minister who would go on to impact tens of thousands across 49 states and 20 countries. From carving demonic candles to becoming America’s first Christian clown… from addiction to altar calls on the Jersey boardwalk… from chronic pain to supernatural purpose—David’s story is a breathtaking reminder that no sin, no suffering, and no past is bigger than God’s grace. If you’ve ever wondered whether God sees you, hears you, or knows your name… this episode is your answer. In Episode Links: Davids Website - www.davidwebel.com [http://www.davidwebel.com/] Davids Podcast God Says YES! With David W Ebel - Podcast - Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-says-yes-with-david-w-ebel/id1868568661] 💬 Got a story of your own? Share it with us in the comments or reach out—we’d love to hear how God has moved in your life.

E32 Miracles in Motion — A Lifetime of Saying Yes to God - Rick & Jane McKinney

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2470044/fan_mail/new] In this unforgettable episode, Rick and Jane McKinney recount a lifetime of miraculous encounters and bold obedience. Hear how God led them through: * Healing miracles in their church * Mission work in India, China, and Tibet * Underground church gatherings * A daughters supernatural pregnancy story through embryo adoption * A cross‑country walk that became a national testimony Their story is proof that God still speaks, still heals, still leads — and still uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things. 💬 Got a story of your own? Share it with us in the comments or reach out—we’d love to hear how God has moved in your life.

E31 - How God blessed JD Tremblay. 1 of only 3 people in the world to finish the Epic DECA Triathlon.

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2470044/fan_mail/new] When God calls you into something impossible, He doesn’t just open a door — He blows the hinges off. In this powerful episode of Crazy Amazing God Stories, ultra‑triathlete and Hungry Warrior Academy founder JD Tremblay shares the miraculous chain of events that launched him into the Epic DECA, the world’s most extreme endurance race: 10 Ironmans in 10 days. JD had no money, no crew, and only 14 days to secure over $60,000, assemble a specialized team, and prepare for a race only three people on earth have ever completed. But when he felt the Holy Spirit whisper “Go,” everything changed. A house that wouldn’t sell for years sold in days. A full elite crew appeared out of nowhere. Provision, timing, and people aligned in ways no human could orchestrate. JD also opens up about the spiritual battle he faced at the starting line, the moment he refused to participate in a cultural ritual that violated his faith, and how God used him to share the Gospel with strangers in the middle of the night on a remote Hawaiian island — even after his crew threw away his Bible cards. This episode is a raw, honest look at faith under pressure, miraculous provision, spiritual courage, and the breaking of pride as God reshaped JD’s purpose. Today, JD uses his story to help others conquer their own “Goliaths” through the Hungry Warrior Academy, now serving children and men across five countries. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when someone says “yes” to God — even when it makes no sense — this story will move you, challenge you, and strengthen your faith. In Episode Links: JD Tremblay – Hunger for More in Life [https://hunger4more.com/] 💬 Got a story of your own? Share it with us in the comments or reach out—we’d love to hear how God has moved in your life.

E30 - From Darkness, Demons & Death to Divine Purpose - The Testimony of Meme Mulugeta

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2470044/fan_mail/new] What if the voice you heard at 13 was a warning about someone you’d meet decades later? What if ignoring a nudge from God led to a tragedy you could never forget? And what if—through all of it—God was protecting you even when you were running from Him? In this unforgettable episode of Crazy Amazing God Stories, David sits down with Meme Mulugeta—author, minister’s daughter, founder of The Legacy Project, and a woman whose life has been marked by supernatural encounters, divine protection, and a calling she couldn’t outrun. Meme shares: * The terrifying vision she had at 13—a dark place, accusing voices, and one voice she would recognize years later. * The moment the Holy Spirit told her to speak… and she refused—and the heartbreaking double‑homicide that followed. * How God protected her from a demonic encounter even while she was far from Him. * Why obedience matters even when it feels awkward, risky, or embarrassing. * How The Legacy Project was born—a Netflix‑style documentary service that preserves a loved one’s story before it’s too late . * Why your family’s story may be the key to breaking generational patterns and healing old wounds. Meme’s mission is bold: helping people leave spiritual and generational legacies through cinematic storytelling and published keepsake books . Her testimony is even bolder. If you’ve ever wondered whether God still speaks, still warns, still protects, and still pursues people who have wandered far from Him—this episode will shake you. 🔗 Learn more about The Legacy Project: https://legacy.the1andonlypublishing.com/legacy [https://legacy.the1andonlypublishing.com/legacy] 💬 Got a story of your own? Share it with us in the comments or reach out—we’d love to hear how God has moved in your life.