All of us deal with trauma of one kind of another throughout our lives, but some people seem to face constant and deep trauma from an early age. Danielle Bernock told her story of getting free from trauma and finding her value in her first book, Emerging with Wings. She has written a number of books since, she hosts the Victorious Souls podcast, and spends her time connecting people to the love that heals.

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Have you ever found yourself trying to measure up to some unattainable standard, hoping that you’ll maybe do enough to earn the love of other people and from God? Do you wonder if you’ll ever be enough? That was how Emily Louis felt for many years, but then something changed. On Bleeding Daylight we explore that change and discover that the constant, exhausting search for acceptance can be over. Emily hosts the Abundant Grace podcast and shares resources on her website to help people confidently be themselves.

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Why would a 19-year-old woman move halfway around the world to live in a country where she can’t speak the local language, and everything is so different to her home country of the US? Wendy Zahorjanski has lived in several countries and has recently written a book about her experiences titled, Hard is Only Half the Story. Wendy shares stories from her anything but ordinary life.

Today's guest describes himself as a spiritual entrepreneur and mentor. Caesar Kalinowski is also a church planter, author, and podcaster. He has trained people in more than 30 countries in discipleship and mission as a lifestyle. He is passionate about helping people make discipleship more of a lifestyle and less of a weekly event.

We’ve all experienced occasional harsh words from others and felt the sting of careless insults, but what if your whole life was marked by harmful slurs, bullying, and abuse? Sue Corl was subjected to hurtful comments that had her believing that she was ugly and unlovable. Through Crown of Beauty International, Sue now sets others free from the lies that many believe about themselves. She is also an author. Her most recent book is a devotional titled, Broken, But Undefeated: Journeying Through the Hall of Faith.

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It might be an understatement to say that Aaron Armstrong loves books. He reads books, he writes books, he writes about books, and he even has a podcast about books. He’s the author of several books for adults and children, a documentary screenwriter, and a ministry leader. His most recent book is titled, I’m a Christian—Now What? A Guide to Your New Life with Christ.

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Many of us have faced pivotal moments in life where our decisions can take us down different paths with vastly different outcomes. For Matt Shoup, that moment came while he was handcuffed in the back of a police car at the age of 19. Matt is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt who has traveled the world, raised an amazing family, and taken his last $100 to build a multi-million dollar business. He’s an entrepreneur, author, and keynote speaker.

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For today’s guest, Sheri Briggs, life at times has been traumatic and difficult, but out of the trials, there have been some remarkable outcomes. Sheri is the founder of Bridge of Hope, an organization dedicated to strengthening families through transition and a grief support ministry, From Under His Wings.

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Can there be joy amidst sorrow? Can there be growth and progress when our everyday circumstances seem to be knocking us backwards? Can suffering and victory coexist? Karis Meier has written the book Suffering Redeemed: Finding Strength to Endure, Purpose in Pain, and Hope for Tomorrow.

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Whether it’s blogging, composing song lyrics or authoring books, Alan T. Black is a writer. His three books, Here I am Lord, In the Spirit Intended and Just a Closer Walk have been warmly embraced by readers. His life has involved many twists and turns but it’s those challenges that have helped him to relate so well with his readers, and add authenticity to his writings.

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