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Taking Your Thoughts Captive: Piper Rinehart's Story :: [Episode 348]

God's Word tells us to take every thought captive to Christ, encouraging us to submit our minds to the truth, freedom, and hope found in Jesus. Today's podcast is a beautiful reminder of the healing power of Scripture when the enemy attacks our minds. Piper Rinehart, from our Tulsa, Oklahoma community team, vulnerably shares her story of how the Lord graciously met her in a season of spiritual warfare as she was being bombarded by extremely fearful and intrusive thoughts. As Piper recounts the battle in her brain, you are going to see firsthand how the armor of God protected and defended her and how His voice took her from darkness to light. ________________________________________________________________________ VERSE OF THE WEEK: "We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ." 2 Corinthians 10:5 CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Mediate on the armor of God found in Ephesians 6 and visualize putting each piece on this week. Links: Listen to a similar story: Patti Davis- Ep. 302: "Fighting Depression Through the Gift of Friendship" [https://www.storytellerslive.org/podcasts/fighting-depression-through-the-gift-of-friendship-patti-davis-ep-302?rq=patti%20Davis] Download a phone background of the weekly verse HERE [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5acba95370e8020dcd4c6066/t/6903909dde50c55cc25eab17/1761841310758/Piper+Piper+Rinehart+2+Corinthians+10_5.png]! Give to StoryTellers Live [http://storytellerslive.org/give] in honor of Piper and any of our past storytellers! Become a Patreon Insider [https://www.patreon.com/c/STLCommunity/home] to access bonus content~ including a bonus story from Anna Rogers from our Homewood live gathering! Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible Study series [https://www.storytellerslive.org/biblestudies]~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith Are you interested in one-on-one coaching with our very own Robyn Kown!? Click HERE [https://www.storytellerslive.org/shop/one-on-one-coaching-with-robyn-kown]! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities [https://www.storytellerslive.org/speaking] on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter [https://storytellerslive.myflodesk.com/fl80aam2rg] for updates and details on our live gatherings.

First Monday Story: God Prepares You - A Story About the Loss of a Child :: Joni Cheney :: [Episode 347]

In the midst of intense brokenness, it can be extremely difficult to feel the presence of the Lord. Today's "First Monday Story"is a sweet reminder to recognize that even in the most heartbreaking of circumstances, the Lord is with you. Joni Cheney, from our community group in Fairhope, Alabama, joyfully expresses her faith and walk with the Lord during the most difficult time of her life. In this hope-filled story, Joni will point you to the unwavering truth found in Deuteronomy 31:8: "The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." Deuteronomy 31:8 Links: For more information on the Anna Todd Cheney Memorial Foundation, contact Joni at Cheneyfamily3@gmail.com [Cheneyfamily3@gmail.com] Listen to a similar story: Brooke Preus- Ep. 291: "Finding Purpose in Suffering- Walking Through a Child's Cancer Diagnosis and Remission" [https://www.storytellerslive.org/search?q=Brooke%20Preus&f_collectionId=601309a01b6cd316ec0907a8] Give to StoryTellers Live [http://storytellerslive.org/give] in honor of Joni and any of our past storytellers!! Become a Patreon Insider [https://www.patreon.com/c/STLCommunity/home] to access bonus content. Join us live on Thursday, November 6th, at 7:00 PM at Samford University Wright Center for a night of worship and fellowship with Ellie Holcomb, presented by Portraits of Hope! Register here [https://vivenu.com/event/beauty-in-the-broken-rof35t] and use promo code ELLIE10 for 10% off at checkout! Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible Study series [https://www.storytellerslive.org/biblestudies]~ Stories of Hope, Stories of Freedom, Stories of Faith. Are you interested in one-on-one coaching with our very own Robyn Kown!? Click HERE [https://www.storytellerslive.org/shop/one-on-one-coaching-with-robyn-kown]! Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities [https://www.storytellerslive.org/speaking] on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter [https://storytellerslive.myflodesk.com/fl80aam2rg] for updates and details on our live gatherings.

From a Life of Effort to a Life of Grace: Courtney Ballard :: [Episode 346]

Today's episode wraps up our three-week "Religion to Relationship" series, and, once again, it focuses our eyes on the beauty of God's grace and how this gift plays a key role in our relationship with Him. Courtney Ballard, from our Tupelo, Mississippi community, grew up as a pastor's kid, always aware of God and His existence, and working hard to be the "angel child" others expected her to be. However, this self-imposed title created a life pattern for Courtney of living for people and their applause, rather than living for God alone. She soon found herself at a crossroads—would she choose God's grace or her own efforts and good intentions? Listen and find out what the Lord revealed! ____________________________________ VERSE OF THE WEEK: "Without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him." Hebrews 11:6 CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: This week be self-aware of the intentions in your heart and ask - am I living out of God's grace or am I living for the applause of people? Links: Listen to this song by Lauren Daigle- Losing My Religion [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uw6_g0aTwt4] Listen to a similar story: Courtney Doyle- Ep. 71: Removing the Masks [https://www.storytellerslive.org/podcasts/2021/3/15/removing-the-masks-courtney?rq=Courtney%20doyl] Download a phone background of the weekly verse HERE [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5acba95370e8020dcd4c6066/t/68f1192fd3b56a6df2b586a5/1760631087233/Courtney+Ballard+Hebrews+11+6.png]! (click the link and hold down on the photo to save to your phone) Give to StoryTellers Live [http://storytellerslive.org/give] in honor of Courtney or any of our past storytellers!! Become a Patreon Insider [https://www.patreon.com/c/STLCommunity/home] to access bonus content~ including a Story Within the Story with Courtney! Join us live on Thursday, November 6th at 7:00 PM at Samford University Wright Center for a night of worship and fellowship with Ellie Holcomb presented by Portraits of Hope! Register here [https://vivenu.com/event/beauty-in-the-broken-rof35t] and use promo code ELLIE10 for 10% off at checkout! Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible Study series [https://www.storytellerslive.org/biblestudies] Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities [https://www.storytellerslive.org/speaking] on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter [https://storytellerslive.myflodesk.com/fl80aam2rg] for updates and details on our live gatherings.

Defined by His Grace: Rachel Temple's Story :: [Episode 345]

Today's podcast places us in the middle of our three-week series "Religion to Relationship", and it's a story many of us can fall victim to - "if I'm just good enough for God, I'll earn His favor and His blessing over my life." Rachel Temple, from our Pinehurst, North Carolina community, shares her story of growing up under the pressures of having a mother who was an alcoholic and a father who was an enabler, and subsequently succumbing to the role of caretaker in her family while believing the lie that if she could do all the right things for God life would be easier. This theological misunderstanding led Rachel down a path of comparison, depression, insecurity, and despair until the Lord met her and asked, "Will you be defined by your victimhood or by My grace?" - a question that, as you'll hear, changed the trajectory of Rachel's life. _______________________________________________________________________________ VERSE OF THE WEEK: "Teach me knowledge and good judgment, for I trust your commands. Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I obey your word. You are good, and what you do is good; teach me your decrees." Psalm 119:66-68 CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Where are you comparing the goodness of God in your life to the goodness of God in the lives of others? This week shift your thoughts to gratitude and the gift of God's unmerited grace. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Links: Breaking Free by Beth Moore [https://www.amazon.com/s?k=breaking+free+beth+moore&hvadid=694579498279&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9012571&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=9064741218292453039--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=9064741218292453039&hvtargid=kwd-294713839386&hydadcr=8264_13500908&mcid=cc6edaa3f1e538c189586de81cabdb72&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_3cp6ztt231_e_p67] Listen to this song by Lauren Daigle- Losing My Religion [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uw6_g0aTwt4] Listen to a similar story: Ep. 30- Amy Williams: Faith Above Works [https://www.storytellerslive.org/podcasts/2021/3/15/faith-above-works-amy-w?rq=Amy%20Williams] Download a phone background of the weekly verse HERE [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5acba95370e8020dcd4c6066/t/68ed455fa699346bb123ab5a/1760380256552/Rachel+Temple+Verse.png]! (click the link and hold down on the photo to save to your phone) Give to StoryTellers Live [http://storytellerslive.org/give] in honor of Rachel and all of our past storytellers!! Become a Patreon Insider [https://www.patreon.com/c/STLCommunity/home] to access bonus content~ including a Q & A with Rachel from the Raleigh community. Register for our Finding God in the Details: A Guide to Discerning His Voice and Discovering Your Story workshops being offered online on October 29th at 9:30-12:30 CST [https://secure.qgiv.com/for/findinggodinthedetailsworkshop/event/oct29/] and in-person on November 12th at 5:30-8:00 PM CST [https://secure.qgiv.com/for/findinggodinthedetailsworkshop/event/findinggodinthedetailsworkshopnov25/] Join us live on Thursday, November 6th at 7:00 PM at Samford University Wright Center for a night of worship and fellowship with Ellie Holcomb presented by Portraits of Hope! Register here [https://vivenu.com/event/beauty-in-the-broken-rof35t] and use promo code ELLIE10 for 10% off at checkout! Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible Study series [https://www.storytellerslive.org/biblestudies] Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities [https://www.storytellerslive.org/speaking] on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter [https://storytellerslive.myflodesk.com/fl80aam2rg] for updates and details on our live gatherings.

Freedom Found - A Journey from Mormonism to Christianity: Linda Friedman's Story :: [Episode 344]

10/15/2025 Today, we are excited to kick off a three-week series of stories, entitled "Religion to Relationship" with Jesus Christ. Linda Friedman, from our Raleigh, North Carolina community, shares her powerful journey of growing up in Taiwan with a Taoist and Buddhist foundation, how her upbringing led her to search for community and happiness within the Mormon church, and ultimately how Jesus opened her eyes to the truths of Who He is. This is a story of God's pursuing love and His desire for every child to discover the rest and freedom found only in Him. _______________________________________________________________________________ VERSE OF THE WEEK: Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. John 8:32 CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Jesus didn't call you to perform. He called you to rest in Him. How can you experience His rest this week? Links: Listen to this song by Lauren Daigle by Losing My Religion [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uw6_g0aTwt4] Listen to a similar story: Ep. 268- Sajeda Wilson: "My Journey to Jesus:: From Islam to Christianity" [https://www.storytellerslive.org/podcasts/2024/4/2/my-journey-to-jesus-from-islam-to-christianity-sajeda-wilson-ep-268?rq=sajeda%20wilson] Download a phone background of the weekly verse HERE! [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5acba95370e8020dcd4c6066/t/68e68ac62b8b597fadbb05a1/1759939272588/Linda+Friedman+-+John+832.png] (click the link and hold down on the photo to save to your phone) Give to StoryTellers Live [http://storytellerslive.org/give] in honor of Linda and all of our past storytellers!! Become a Patreon Insider [https://www.patreon.com/c/STLCommunity/home] to access bonus content~ including a Continue the Conversation with the podcast hosts discussing this first episode in the "Religion to Relationship" series. Register for our Finding God in the Details: A Guide to Discerning His Voice and Discovering Your Story workshop [https://secure.qgiv.com/for/findinggodinthedetailsworkshop/event/oct29/] being offered online on October 29th, 9:30-12:30 CST Join us live on Thursday, November 6th, at 7:00 PM at Samford University Wright Center for a night of worship and fellowship with Ellie Holcomb, presented by Portraits of Hope! Register here [https://vivenu.com/event/beauty-in-the-broken-rof35t] and use promo code ELLIE10 for 10% off at checkout!!! Shop for our When God Shows Up Bible Study series [https://www.storytellerslive.org/biblestudies] Check out all of our live speaking engagement opportunities [https://www.storytellerslive.org/speaking] on our website. Sign up to receive StoryTellers Live's weekly newsletter [https://storytellerslive.myflodesk.com/fl80aam2rg] for updates and details on our live gatherings.