Sips of Grace

She Thought She Was Dead… Until God Breathed Into Her | Ep. 38

At just 18 years old, LuAnn VanBuskirk was hit head-on by a truck while riding her bike — and what happened next would change her life forever. In this powerful episode of Sips of Grace, LuAnn shares her chilling near death experience, including an out-of-body encounter, being pulled toward a terrifying place she believes was hell, hearing the voice of God, reliving every sin from her life, and the moment she cried out for one more chance. She also shares the incredible mercy of God, how Jesus radically transformed her life afterward, and the journey that led her from spiritual darkness into a real relationship with Christ. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:12 The bike accident that changed everything 10:28 Her out-of-body experience begins 15:55 Being dragged toward hell 24:02 “Unless you are born again…” 30:48 Watching her entire life replay before her eyes 39:36 Fighting for her final breath 47:22 God breathes life back into her 59:40 Recovering after the accident 1:05:12 The encounter that led her to Jesus 1:15:50 Discovering the Holy Spirit Whether you’re strong in your faith, questioning God, or simply curious about stories like these, this is a testimony that will stay with you long after the episode ends. If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who may need hope today. Connect with Sips of Grace: Website: sipsofgrace.org [https://sipsofgrace.org/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SipsofGracePodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@SipsofGracePodcast] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sipsofgracepodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/sipsofgracepodcast/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sipsofgrace [https://www.tiktok.com/@sipsofgrace] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574929687153 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574929687153]

He Was Streaming Video Games… Then He Started Sinking Into Hell | Ep. 37

William Pope shares the chilling near-death experience that completely transformed his life. After living as an agnostic focused on gaming, success, and the world’s distractions, William says one terrifying moment changed everything. In this conversation, he opens up about what he experienced when he believed he was dying, the overwhelming feeling of dread he encountered, and why calling on the name of Jesus changed the course of his life forever. This episode dives deep into: • Near-death experiences • Heaven, hell & eternity • The supernatural side of Christianity • End times & Bible prophecy • Spiritual warfare • AI, deception & the future of the world • Why more people are waking up spiritually Whether you’re skeptical, searching for answers, or already walking with Jesus, this conversation will challenge you to think deeply about truth, eternity, and what comes after this life. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction to William’s testimony 03:00 - The terrifying heart scare begins 06:00 - “I felt myself sinking into the earth” 08:40 - Why eternity is worth investigating 15:29 - Calling on Jesus changed everything 18:00 - Evidence for Christianity & the resurrection 24:00 - Signs of the end times happening now 31:58 - How his worldview radically changed 40:20 - “The Bible answered everything” 46:31 - Why William started speaking publicly 50:00 - AI, prophecy & the future of humanity 56:26 - Rapture, tribulation & biblical prophecy 1:03:44 - What if you’re not ready to meet God? If this episode impacted you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs hope and truth today. Connect with William:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WilliamPopeYT [https://www.youtube.com/@WilliamPopeYT] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williampopeyt/ [https://www.instagram.com/williampopeyt/] Connect with Sips of Grace: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sipsofgrace [https://linktr.ee/sipsofgrace] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SipsofGracePodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@SipsofGracePodcast] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sipsofgracepodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/sipsofgracepodcast/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sipsofgrace [https://www.tiktok.com/@sipsofgrace] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574929687153 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574929687153]

I Walked Away from Alcohol, Yoga & Halloween… Here’s Why | Ep. 36

What if the habits you thought were normal were actually keeping you stuck? In this episode of Sips of Grace, Natalie Rose sits down with Saralyn Hamilton to share a raw and honest testimony about alcohol, anxiety, conviction, and transformation. Saralyn describes herself as a “gray area drinker” — someone who looked completely fine on the outside. She had a family, a normal life, and everything seemed under control. But behind the scenes, there was a quiet cycle that kept pulling her in deeper. Everything changed the night she hit her breaking point and cried out to God. From that moment on, God began working in her life one step at a time — leading her into freedom, clarity, and deeper spiritual awareness. In this conversation, we also talk about conviction and discernment, including how her journey led her to reevaluate things like yoga and even how she approaches Halloween. This episode is a powerful reminder that God meets us right where we are — and gently leads us into truth. Timestamps: 00:00 I Was a “Gray Area Drinker” 02:45 Childhood, faith, and early life 08:00 The drinking cycle no one saw 17:00 “I looked fine… but I wasn’t” 18:30 The breaking point 19:20 “God, take this pain away” 20:00 A real encounter with God 26:00 Life without alcohol begins 34:00 Freedom, clarity, and change 41:00 Getting deeper into faith 55:30 Conviction around yoga 1:01:00 The truth behind spiritual practices 1:12:30 Conviction around Halloween 1:16:00 Walking in conviction without fear 1:17:30 Final encouragement Resources Mentioned: Edit Podcast (for those exploring sobriety or “gray area drinking”) https://editpodcast.com [https://editpodcast.com] Connect with Saralyn: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saralynhamilton/ [https://www.instagram.com/saralynhamilton/] Join the Community: Sips of Grace: Testimonies & God Stories https://www.facebook.com/groups/940736005472021 [https://www.facebook.com/groups/940736005472021] A space to share what God is doing and be encouraged by others walking in faith. Connect with Sips of Grace: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sipsofgrace [https://linktr.ee/sipsofgrace] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SipsofGracePodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@SipsofGracePodcast] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sipsofgracepodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/sipsofgracepodcast/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sipsofgrace [https://www.tiktok.com/@sipsofgrace] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574929687153 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574929687153]

She Was Taught the Gifts Stopped… God Proved Otherwise | Ep. 35

She followed Jesus for decades… but believed the gifts of the Holy Spirit had stopped. In this powerful episode of Sips of Grace, Natalie sits down with Emanda Rosen to share the moment everything changed. What began as a traditional, cessationist understanding of faith turned into a life-altering encounter with the Holy Spirit that reshaped her prayer life, her relationship with God, and her understanding of Scripture. If you’ve ever wondered: * Are the gifts of the Holy Spirit still active today? * What does it actually mean to hear God’s voice? * Is healing and prophecy still for modern believers? * What’s the difference between knowing about God and truly walking with Him? This conversation dives deep into all of it. Emanda shares her journey from skepticism to bold faith, including: * The moment God challenged everything she believed * What changed when she began reading Scripture differently * How her prayer life went from routine to powerful * Her first experience stepping out in faith and praying for others * Real stories of healing, transformation, and spiritual breakthrough This episode is both challenging and encouraging for anyone who feels like there may be more to their faith… but isn’t sure what that looks like. Whether you come from a cessationist background or are simply curious about the Holy Spirit, this conversation will open your eyes to a deeper, more personal relationship with God. Listen in and discover what happens when belief turns into encounter. Connect with Emanda: Website: https://www.emandarosen.com/ Book: The Husband, The Housewife, and The Holy Spirit Connect with Sips of Grace: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SipsofGracePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sipsofgracepodcast/

Demons Told Her to End Her Life… Then an Angel Appeared | Ep. 34

After experiencing childhood abuse and years of trauma, Pia Hugo reached a breaking point where she didn’t want to live anymore. What happened next changed everything. In this powerful episode of Sips of Grace, Pia shares how she had a supernatural encounter that revealed Jesus had been with her all along—even in her darkest moments. From deep pain to healing and purpose, her story is a testimony of God’s redemption and faithfulness. If you’ve ever wrestled with questions about suffering, trauma, or where God is in the middle of it all, this conversation will encourage you. What you’ll hear in this episode: * Pia’s story of childhood trauma and abuse * The moment everything felt hopeless * A supernatural encounter that changed her life * How Jesus brings healing to deep wounds * Finding purpose after pain * Hope for anyone struggling with depression or past trauma Connect with Pia: Book: Rekindling the Smoldering Wick Website: piahugoministries.com ✟ CONNECT WITH SIPS OF GRACE ⇨ LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sipsofgrace [https://linktr.ee/sipsofgrace] ⇨ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SipsofGracePodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@SipsofGracePodcast] ⇨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sipsofgracepodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/sipsofgracepodcast/] ⇨ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sipsofgrace [https://www.tiktok.com/@sipsofgrace] ⇨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574929687153 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574929687153] ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Meet Pia 00:35 – Childhood trauma begins 06:00 – Teenage abuse 09:30 – Brother’s death & suicidal thoughts 14:30 – Moving to the United States 22:00 – Encountering Jesus 30:30 – Seeing Jesus during inner healing 45:30 – Abusive marriage 49:30 – “I don’t want to live anymore” 51:00 – Out-of-body experience 52:30 – Angel encounter 56:30 – The ripple effect revelation 1:01:30 – Vision fulfilled years later 1:03:30 – Ministry to trafficked women 1:05:00 – Why suffering has purpose 1:08:00 – Identity in Christ 1:12:00 – Was God really there? 1:18:00 – Message to survivors 1:19:30 – Final encouragement Sips of Grace is a Christian podcast where Natalie Rose shares real conversations about faith, testimonies, and how Jesus transforms lives. If this episode encouraged you, be sure to follow the podcast and share it with someone who needs hope today.