Unshakable Hope Podcast

Miraculous Stories to Strengthen Our Faith: Michelle Layer Rahal E115

Michelle Rahal, award-winning author and storyteller, strengthens our faith with modern-day stories of God’s miraculous care, healing, presence, and power. We’ll be drawing from her research and weekly newsletter, A Glimpse of Holy, as well as a few jaw-dropping stories from her own life. These God-stories will fill our hearts with a biblical view of the greatness and nearness of our holy God. Verses referenced: Jeremiah 29:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Ephesians 3:20; Romans 8:28; Joel 2:25 Connect: Michelle Layer Rahal [https://www.michellelayerrahal.com/] Sign up for Michelle's: A Glimpse of Holy [https://michellelayerrahal.aweb.page/p/e2a6202a-8040-4645-b464-fd1ab7235087] Connect: KellyHall.org [https://KellyHall.org] Email: Kelly@KellyHall.org [Kelly@KellyHall.org] Do you need to be reminded how much God loves you? Check out this free devo: Held in the Wilderness: 31 Stories to Secure My Worth in God's Love [https://kellyhall.org/resources] 00:00 Miracle Healing Testimony 01:19 Meet Michelle Rahal 02:49 From Ritual to Relationship 04:21 Divorce and Bible Awakening 08:14 2014 Crisis and Stroke 10:20 Gratitude in Hard Times 12:02 Healed Brain Scan Surprise 12:55 Why Share God Stories 14:36 Glimpse of Holy Favorites 15:20 Barbara’s Prayer Rescue 19:50 Pastor David’s Mexico Calling 20:51 Mexico Mission Full Circle 23:35 Seeing Hidden Impact 24:21 Wilms Tumor Breakthrough 27:51 Everyday Miracle Rescue 30:17 Healing From MS 36:05 Prayer Beyond Our Will 37:52 Miracle Working God

Finding Treasures of Hope in Darkness: Lori Armstrong E114

Lori Armstrong describes God’s faithfulness and countless answers to prayer following her baby’s diagnosis with retinoblastoma. Although he was expected to lose his eyes and his life, God miraculously preserves both. He also blessed her son with a precious childlike faith that continues into adulthood. Lori describes how God provided treasures in the darkness after the loss of her husband and both her parents. Her journey helps us trust the constant love of God who holds us in His steadfast love and redeems our hard stories. Verses referenced: John 9:1-3; Ephesians 3:20; Isaiah 45:3; Isaiah 44:1-5; Psalm 16:11; John 16:33; John 10:10 00:00 Finding Comfort In Darkness 01:11 How Do We Trust God’s love in Ongoing Hardship? 04:39 How Does God Prepare Us For Hardship? 07:25 Devastating Diagnosis 09:31 John 9 Promise 12:37 Miracles And Survival 13:44 Praying For Brad 23:49 Treasures In Darkness 27:09 Clinging To Scripture 30:04 Isaiah 44 Confirmation 37:46 Joy In God’s Presence 42:15 Abundant Life In Opposition If you are searching for treasures in a dark season, consider meditating on God's love for you through this free devotional: Held in the Wilderness: 31 Stories to Secure Your Worth in God's Love [https://kellyhall.org/resources/] I'd love to hear from you: Kelly@KellyHall.org

Singing Through Fires of Suffering: Lara Silverman E113

Lara Silverman, a Stanford Law graduate and former U.S. Attorney’s Office hire, shares how a sudden, rare neurological illness left her mostly bedridden for eight years, forcing her to resign and endure years of misdiagnoses, failed treatments, and isolation while God repeatedly comforted her through Scripture and community. In a story only God could write, Matt, newly diagnosed with stage four intestinal cancer, became her husband. In their brief marriage, they modeled “joy in grief" and served others through music and biblical teaching. Lara later found renewed joy through comedy, wrote the memoir Singing Through Fire from her bed, and emphasizes trusting God’s higher ways and eternal purpose in suffering.   01:13 Meet Laura Silverman 03:17 Laura Finds The Show 05:14 Dream Career Derailed 10:46 God Speaks In Suffering 17:15 When God Says No 21:39 Surrendering The Why 24:51 Chemo Pump Plot Twist 27:39 Joy in Grief Ministry 30:15 Wrestling Toward Surrender 36:35 Finding Joy After Matt Died 42:42 Holding Joy and Grief Together 45:41 Eternal Weight of Glory Verses Referenced: 2 Timothy 2:13; Job 3:15; Isaiah 55:8-9; Psalm 34:18; Philippians 1:24-25; 2 Corinthians 4:17; Romans 8:28; Ephesians 5:16; Ephesians 2:10; John 11:25 Connect: Watch the Singing Through Fire podcast on YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/5n8y76dn [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFBEQnJEc0RvM0gybnI0MGZNTFlNb2NyRUhLUXxBQ3Jtc0tta01qTVk2Y0lfdF9jem1KM3FodnNRb3RrX3ptTDlXcnZNWDNMcC1ZdmdHYmVBR1JGdWRfbjVOSXhwVWk5eVZsQlhzOWdwV04zeWU0VDZDRVNOT21vY1BZN0hMNHJhRzdjUkFFZzJDTmdSMTRYWGxacw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2F5n8y76dn&v=2TaK2dckprc] Listen on your favorite podcast streaming platform: https://tinyurl.com/2td8xd9x [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkdmN2txOUllaGtLNTFidmVQaDU3UkIzQVl2d3xBQ3Jtc0tucS0yeVBuNTlreHU3LWY0NmJOU3lhM1JXNVdESTlGaEotemQ4SzB3Z2VuRDNuRFBGTHQ2bUhRZTNTX28zUFFOV056UmdjN0tnRThVeW53bVZGZHViejRVMHFRRGljRmp1ZGlwSmJTVXg4SUZoUV9VRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2F2td8xd9x&v=2TaK2dckprc] Connect on Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/536k9x8u [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnZqdld2cHE2MEticTlWN2dFcDFtM2xLb0ZuZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsWmVNMTA4ODZnc1BOTzFLdENxc2JzbzZRQ0NMUU5YZE1GZUhVMnVFVnZERm1IWU5FNzMxcUZwc3FRc2YxbkVWTGY2NTA2am1kdWJJNG9Senpqa2kxVVVuQ3FRNGgzcklkZFF6VEgwbHlXbTM1UllFMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2F536k9x8u&v=2TaK2dckprc] Connect on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/23v3mdfu [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazNWZ1ZzQ3pLNzJCZUZhVkpKLUpsckpGTUVoQXxBQ3Jtc0ttNmVmczdGSlo3WjhHdGpCYjZFUlZpZHFrR1hKa3E4c19ncWdvek1vaHNuODBWc0JIeWxwZTRwVlRrekJfMnEtSzhTTGdibmFfWHdocmE2TVNEY2NycE0zQVJzS0M1MmlCdVMzaUdhN0tYNTh0d0wxSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.com%2F23v3mdfu&v=2TaK2dckprc] Book: Singing Through Fire: Finding Surprising Joy in Life's Darkest Trials [https://www.amazon.com/Singing-Through-Fire-Finding-Surprising/dp/B0FMQZ264W] Connect with Kelly: KellyHall.org [https://KellyHall.org] Email: Kelly@KellyHall.org [Kelly@KellyHall.org] Free 31-day devo: KellyHall.org/resources [https://KellyHall.org/resources]

A Jewish Woman's Journey to Jesus: Cara Shine E112

Cara Shine grew up as the only Jewish child in her area where antisemitic bullying left her feeling rejected not only by peers, but also by Jesus. Her perspective shifted years later during the terrifying Beltway sniper attacks. Overwhelmed by fear, a simple prayer offered by a colleague opened her heart to Jesus' love. Cara describes her awe and joy as she came to know and fall in love with the one true Jesus, her Jewish Messiah. This story of redemption offers profound hope, particularly as we celebrate the miracle of Easter. Verses referenced: Isaiah 41:10; Genesis 50:20; Matt 22:38-40 03:44 Growing Up Jewish 05:23 Bus Bullying Scars 09:09 Sniper Fear Begins 13:17 Hallway Prayer Moment 19:36 Telling Husband Jeff 24:20 Words in Red and Shema 26:03 Forgiveness Breakthrough 26:39 Telling Her Parents 37:54 “It would be enough” Connect with Cara: CaraShine.com [https://carashine.com] Cara's Book: The Hallway Miracle [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1963377974/ref=sr_1_1?crid=10VJ6KZ2PCZBL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-fU-_SvUY85yVgAVIFbZtVQN6nVZ0iYlMSv3APxmdorGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.kVlc8_XSVU_CH5FD_CzBEX8URjTNYwCwhms91mv8YM8&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+hallway+miracle&qid=1769740282&s=books&sprefix=the+hallway+mircale%2Cstripbooks%2C131&sr=1-1] Connect with Kelly: KellyHall.org [https://www.KellyHall.org] Free 31 Day Devotional: Held in the Wilderness [https://kellyhall.org/resources] Redemptive Wrestling Bible story series: * 1) How do I heal when I’m angry at God? [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-48-how-do-i-heal-when-im-angry-at-god-hannah-baldwin/] * 2) How do I cultivate hope during seasons of disappointment? [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-49-how-do-i-cultivate-hope-during-seasons-of-disappointment-hannah-baldwin/] * 3) How do I follow God when it’s hard? [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-50-how-do-i-follow-god-when-its-hard-hannah-baldwin/] * 4) How do I walk through suffering without giving up on God? [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-51-how-do-i-walk-through-suffering-without-giving-up-on-god/] * 5) How do I pray through a crisis? (pt1) [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-52-how-do-i-pray-through-a-crisis-pt-1-jennifer-slattery/] * 6) How do I pray through a crisis? (pt2) [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-53-how-do-i-pray-through-a-crisis-pt-2-jennifer-slattery/] * 7) How do I trust God when He hurts my feelings? [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-54-how-do-i-trust-god-when-he-hurts-my-feelings-stacie-snell/] * 8) How do I trust God when I’m depleted or overwhelmed? [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-55-how-do-i-trust-god-when-im-depleted-or-overwhelmed-stacie-snell/] Hope for the Weary Series: * https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-11-hope-for-the-weary-from-a-tsunami-part-3/ [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-11-hope-for-the-weary-from-a-tsunami-part-3/] * https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-38-hope-for-the-weary-from-the-wilderness-part-4/ [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-38-hope-for-the-weary-from-the-wilderness-part-4/] * https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-07-hope-for-the-weary-from-a-mountaineering-crisis-part-2/ [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-07-hope-for-the-weary-from-a-mountaineering-crisis-part-2/] * https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-06-hope-for-the-weary-from-a-boat-accident-part-1/ [https://kellyhall.org/podcast/episode-06-hope-for-the-weary-from-a-boat-accident-part-1/]

Finding Courage Through the Heartache of a Husband's Porn Addiction and Divorce: Jody Allen E111

Jodi Allen shares her story of a marriage impacted by her husband’s long-term pornography struggle, culminating in a two-year attempt at healing and eventual divorce. Learning that “shame is a choice” empowered her to step out of hiding and trust her faith community with their story. Jody highlights God’s miraculous provisions for their family and the emphasizes God’s presence, kindness, and gentle healing in suffering. Verses: Proverbs 3:5,6; Romans 8:1; Hebrews 4:12; Jeremiah 29:11; Exodus 12:36; Matthew 19:26 Connect with Jody: JodyAllenWrites.com [https://JodyAllenWrites.com] Book: Hidden Heartache: Finding Courage When Your Husband Struggles with Pornography [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1LV8DJ2/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0] Kelly's Free Devo: Held in the Wilderness [https://kellyhall.org/resources] 00:00 Rock Bottom God Near 00:20 Podcast Welcome and Hope 02:14 Meet Jodi Allen 03:14 Why We Hide in Shame 03:57 Her Marriage Story Unravels 05:47 Woman at the Well Healing 08:11 Choosing Freedom from Shame 09:11 God Fights for Us 11:04 Counseling and Praying Scripture 12:48 Anchor Verses for Courage 13:49 Anxiety Sleep and Practical Tools 17:51 Caring for Kids in Crisis 20:30 Co Parenting and Impossible Hope 21:59 Purpose and Hope After Loss 24:50 Miraculous Financial Provision 27:16 What She Learned About God 29:34 Freebies