Chariots4Hope - Under The Hood

From Success to Rock Bottom to Redemption || A Doctor’s Powerful Encounter with Jesus

In this episode of the Under the Hood Podcast by Chariots for Hope, Mike Lubin sits down with Dr. Mark Cade to share a raw and powerful story of success, emptiness, brokenness, and ultimate redemption through Jesus Christ. From a small-town upbringing in South Dakota to becoming a successful anesthesiologist, Mark appeared to have everything the world defines as success: a thriving career, financial stability, and a family. But beneath the surface, he struggled with deep emptiness, addiction, and a life chasing fulfillment that never came. After hitting rock bottom and spending time incarcerated, a simple act, receiving a Bible from a chaplain, began a journey that would completely transform his life. A phone call with a former mentor led to a life-changing moment of surrender to Christ that reshaped his identity, purpose, and future. 👉 Subscribe for more real stories of hope, transformation, and faith.

From Hurricane Survivor to Hope Giver || Shayla’s Story of Faith and Resilience

When Hurricane Harvey wiped everything away, Shayla and her daughter lost it all — but God wasn’t done writing their story. In this episode of Under the Hood, Shayla shares how tragedy led her from Houston to Omaha, how she rebuilt her life with courage and faith, and how Chariots for Hope helped her find freedom through transportation, community, and the love of Jesus. 💛 Chariots for Hope exists to demonstrate God’s love by removing transportation barriers and restoring dignity through reliable vehicles. 👉 Learn more, donate, or get involved: https://chariots4hope.org 📱 Follow us on social media @chariotsforhope

From Prison to Purpose || Russell’s 9-Year Journey

What difference can a car make? For Russell, it was the start of a brand new life. After years of struggle, addiction, and time in prison, Russell found hope through faith, recovery, and the support of Chariots4Hope. With his very first vehicle, he became a stable father, pursued meaningful work, and discovered a community that has stood by him for nearly a decade. In this episode of Under the Hood, Jason sits down with Russell to talk about his powerful story of transformation, perseverance, and how one gift can spark lasting change.

From Addiction and Abuse to Redemption || Carolyn's Story

In this powerful episode of Under the Hood, Cassie sits down with Carolyn, a courageous woman whose story will stop you in your tracks. After years of walking through addiction, homelessness, domestic abuse, and broken relationships, Carolyn found herself at rock bottom — and yet, it was there that God met her, rescued her, and began rewriting her story. What followed was a journey of healing, faith, and transformation that led to recovery, restored dignity, and even the gift of a reliable vehicle through Chariots4Hope. Her story is one of raw honesty, deep pain, and undeniable redemption — a testimony to God’s faithfulness, the power of community, and the beauty of second chances.

From Prison to Purpose || Keven's Story

Keven Washington has lived through pain, loss, and deep struggle—from time in prison and the heartbreak of losing loved ones, to battling addiction, kidney failure, and homelessness. But his story doesn’t end there. In this powerful episode of Under the Hood, Keven shares how his life began to change when he surrendered to Jesus, found community, and started walking in faith. Thanks to the support of our First Wheel program and a donated vehicle from a former recipient, Keven now has the transportation he needs to keep rebuilding his life—with hope, clarity, and purpose. This is a story of grit, grace, and the unstoppable power of redemption. 🙏 Learn more about how you can get involved: https://www.chariots4hope.org [https://www.chariots4hope.org] 🎧 Subscribe for more stories like Keven’s.  💬 Share this video to encourage someone who needs hope today. #Chariots4Hope #UnderTheHoodPodcast #RedemptionStory #FaithInAction