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Despite being raised in a loving Christian household, Boston experienced early battles with intense anxiety and depression, a struggle that escalated into feelings of worthlessness and self-violence during her teenage years. Circumstantial life changes added to her feelings of isolation and deepened her desire to hide the tumult she felt inside. Despite the darkness, Boston held onto the promises of the Bible, with the help of her family and church. 

My prayer is that Boston's story offers comfort and hope to anyone facing similar battles. And that you are reminded that, in Christ, we are more than conquerors.

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Season 2 launches October 3. This season I'll be sharing more stories from men and women who have found themselves in the valley and have experienced God's faithfulness in meeting them there. I hope you are encouraged in the Lord by their stories this season.

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What happens when life throws you curveballs like a struggling marriage and a brain cancer diagnosis? In this inspiring episode, my wife Lauren and I are joined by our good friend, Josh Patterson, as we candidly discuss our journey through marriage and the season of brain cancer. We open up about the struggles we faced during the first seven years of our marriage and how our expectations and desires were misguided and misplaced. Through leaning in, pressing in, and trusting in the sufficiency and grace of the Lord, we've been able to see true relational intimacy blossom in our marriage.

We will also walk through the day I experienced a grand mal seizure on Thanksgiving morning in 2009, which led to a brain tumor diagnosis and a new chapter in our lives. We share our experience of coping with loss, making difficult decisions, and fighting to trust God in the face of a very bleak diagnosis. Our story serves as a testament to the reality of faith, and we pray that it inspires you to lean into God's grace and embrace the highs and lows of life with courage and hope.

EPISODE CHAPTERS

(0:00:07) - Intro to The Overcomers

(0:12:26) - Overcoming Rejection and Perfectionism in Marriage

(0:23:59) - Overcoming Struggles in Marriage

(0:37:50) - Fighting for Your Marriage

(0:42:09) - Thanksgiving Seizure and Brain Tumor Diagnosis

(0:57:27) - Coping With Loss and Difficult Decisions

(1:12:34) - Finding Gold in Dark Days

(1:18:48) - The Reality of Faith

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What does the journey of faith look like when it's tested by the darkness of a sin-broken world? Logan and Katy Thomson can attest, there is always hope and healing to be found in Christ.

Together, Logan and Katy walk us through their struggles with difficult family dynamics, Katy's haunting experiences of sexual assault, her battle with PTSD, and even demonic oppression. Through it all, they reveal how leaning on their faith in Jesus Christ has helped them find healing, redemption, and the strength to face each day. Logan and Katy offer a testament to the transformative power of God's love amidst suffering and pain.

We also explore Logan's role as Katy's support system, and how their marriage has evolved as they work through trauma and healing. This conversation sheds light on the role vulnerability, seeking help, and clinging to Christ plays in overcoming.

EPISODE CHAPTERS

(0:00:07) - Intro to the Thomsons

(0:07:35) - Living Two Lives

(0:21:59) - Trauma, Hope, Faith

(0:27:08) - Journey of Healing 

(0:35:39) - Self-Worth and Coping Mechanisms

(0:42:58) - Navigating Trauma in Engagement and Marriage

(0:56:33) - Overcoming Suicidal Ideation Through Prayer

(1:08:22) - Finding Hope in Suffering

(1:18:41) - Keep Getting Up

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Growing up as the child of Vietnamese refugees, Jonathan faced struggles with identity, shame, and belonging. In this conversation, he opens up about his journey of same-sex attraction as a Christian and how his faith in Jesus has been both a battle and a gift. He shares his experience of discovering that God's grace is big enough to hold our doubts and fears, even in our darkest moments.

Throughout the episode, we explore the importance of creating a safe space for those wrestling with their faith and how the church can provide courage and support. From his first exposure to pornography to his experience with suicidal thoughts, Jonathan's story is a testament to the power of Jesus' grace and the significance of finding a community that will hold a safe space for us and battle alongside us.

So, tune in and be encouraged in your own journey of sanctification as we reflect on how God's love moves towards us even when we aren’t looking for Him. 

EPISODE CHAPTERS

(00:07) - Intro to Jonathan

(09:32) - Finding Jesus Far from Home

(20:11) - Navigating Faith and Struggles in Life

(32:01) - Sanctification and Same-Sex Attraction

(39:50) - Creating Safe Space

(44:57) - Finding Grace and Community

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How can faith in Christ help us overcome the darkest moments in our lives? Join me for an honest and vulnerable conversation with my dear friends, Ben and Lindsey Eenigenburg, as they share their journey of overcoming alcohol addiction. Ben opens up about his personal battle with alcoholism, anxiety, and hiding while Lindsey offers her perspective as a wounded wife struggling with anger and resentment.

We discuss the impact of addiction on their marriage, the journey to forgiveness, and the importance of seeking help and opening up about one's struggles. Through their testimonies, we explore the role that prayer and faith played in both Ben and Lindsey's journey to recovery and reconciliation. Their honest conversation serves as a testament to the power of Jesus to sustain and rescue us, even in our darkest moments.

So, whether you are personally struggling with addiction or know someone who is, I hope that this conversation offers hope, encouragement, and a reminder that in Christ we are overcomers.

EPISODE CHAPTERS

(0:00:06) - Intro to the Eenigenburgs

(0:05:22) - Alcohol Addiction

(0:16:28) - Navigating Marriage and Alcoholism

(0:26:46) - Overcoming Addiction and Trauma

(0:35:06) - The Journey to Forgiveness

(0:40:41) - Rebuilding Marriage

(0:46:36) - Reconciliation and Recovery 

(0:50:55) - From Addiction to Faith

(0:57:13) - Advice for Others and Supporting Loved Ones

(1:09:53) - Celebrating Sobriety and Healing

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What if you could face your deepest shame and find God’s grace meets you there? Join me as I welcome Emma, who shares her emotional journey of navigating life after a heartbreaking abortion. In this candid conversation, Emma opens up about her search for identity and love amidst her parents' divorce, leading to an unexpected pregnancy and the difficult decision she made to end it.

Together, we explore the complexities of shame, how it comes in waves, and how it shapes our relationship with God and others. Emma shares how her shame as a young Christian hindered her journey to healing for years. Through her sister's spiritual transformation and her own growing curiosity about the gospel, Emma found hope in Christ and the ability to grieve her trauma and the loss of her child, nearly a decade later. Listen in to Emma’s struggle to overcome shame and find grace, reminding us all of the transformative power of Christ's love.

EPISODE CHAPTERS

(00:07) - Introducing Emma

(04:16) - An Eighteen-Year-Old's Abortion Decision

(18:08) - From Darkness to Light

(27:28) - Overcoming Shame and Finding Grace

(36:31) - Grieving After Abortion

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When Vince and Katie Dang found out they were expecting their son Charlie, they never could've imagined the journey that lay ahead. Their story is marked by unimaginable pain, doubt, resilience and hope. Vince and Katie share their experience of navigating the loss of their beloved son, who was diagnosed with Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), and how it affected their marriage, faith, and family.

In the midst of the loneliness of Charlie's medical journey, and the deep grief following his passing, the Dang’s share how they found God’s grace to be sufficient for each day as they look toward the day that they will be reunited with their son, Charlie.

EPISODE CHAPTERS

(0:00:07) - Intro to the Vince and Katie Dang

(0:05:03) - A Father's Experience With HLH Disease

(0:18:30) - Hope and Faith in Medical Crisis

(0:23:22) - Navigating Life With a Sick Child

(0:38:02) - Rare Disease Struggle and Faith

(0:42:32) - Charlie's Medical Journey

(0:48:56) - Fighting for Charlie's Life

(0:58:26) - Finding Hope in Difficult Seasons

(1:02:50) - Navigating Grief and Hope

(1:07:29) - Grief, Identity, and Healing

(1:13:01) - Grieving and Finding Strength to Overcome

(1:26:05) - Finding Hope in a Broken World

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Anne Lincoln Holibaugh’s story is marked by a curiosity about God, overcoming fears, challenges, and loss by a relentless pursuit of Jesus. From her early years, haunted by the fear of her parents' death, to her transformative encounter with Jesus at a church camp, Anne Lincoln’s resilience and pursuit of God in times of struggle is at the heart of what it means to be an overcomer.

Anne Lincoln’s transition from her chaotic and abusive childhood home to the Christian bubble of Abilene, Texas, was a time of major disorientation for her. She faced the responsibility of caring for her parents, and the guilt of finding safety and happiness away from them. Despite these challenges, her faith provided solace and safety, and her community showed her kindness and grace. As we discuss her experiences, we also delve into the delicate balance of managing family relationships and personal growth.

In this conversation, we explore Anne Lincoln’s journey of healing and the impact of loss on her faith, relationships, and ministry. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of knowing God's love toward you and the importance of trusting Him during times of uncertainty. 

EPISODE CHAPTERS

(0:00:06) - Ann Lincoln's Journey to Faith

(0:11:08) - Finding Safety in Faith

(0:25:25) - A Child's Burden of Responsibility

(0:30:28) - Parentification and Overcoming Guilt

(0:42:16) - Disorientation, Reorientation, and Grief

(0:48:15) - Navigating Life and Loss After College

(0:54:46) - Navigating Transitions and Healing in Ministry

(1:06:36) - Grace in Struggle and Loss

(1:19:52) - Loss and Transition in Life

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Over my 20 years as a pastor at The Village Church, I've witnessed countless journeys towards maturity. Along the way, I've learned to appreciate the beauty of watching men and women being sustained through the dark night of the soul. That's what The Overcomers podcast is all about. Join me as I sit down with men and women who have endured unimaginable hardships, yet have emerged on the other side with their faith intact and often more vibrant than before.

I will be releasing all of Season 1 next week. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss an episode.

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