Godly Goosebumps

If you've ever questioned the reason for your existence, this episode is for you! Join as Pastor Dudley retells the incredible story of a single mother who was being held hostage by a violent criminal on the run. While the man had committed a number of atrocious crimes and it appeared that her life was in great danger, it soon became clear that their time together was a divine appointment. This episode is sure to leave you with Godly Goosebumps and the encouragement that no matter who you are or what you've done, there is an important purpose for your life.

Don't miss this episode of Godly Goosebumps as Pastor Dudley shares one of the greatest displays of faith he's ever witnessed—at Dodger Stadium, no less! While attending a game with a buddy, Pastor Dudley found himself seated next to a young boy who, though completely blind, sat in the stands wearing a firmly fit baseball glove, hoping to catch a foul ball he would be unable to see coming. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity would soon present itself, illustrating the great opportunity bestowed on all believers: the chance to share the hope of Jesus with a world trapped in darkness. 

Who would have dreamt that an American man brutally enslaved in Africa in the 1800s would act as an impetus for the emancipation of those held in American chains? Join Pastor Dudley as he retells the true story of James Riley, captain of an American merchant ship that wrecked off the coast of Northern Africa in 1815. Escaping the dangers of the pounding sea, Riley and his crew miraculously made it ashore, only to be soon captured and enslaved. While his story is full of unexpected turns and unimaginable travails, the Lord's guiding presence was evident, offering a powerful reminder that He can redeem any situation!

If you have ever been mistreated—or even persecuted—and left unsure of how to respond, then this episode is for you. Pastor Dudley shares the true story of a man by the name of Shodankeh Johnson who was residing in war-torn Sierra Leone when he was captured and held at gunpoint. Moments away from death, as a commanding officer prepared to pull the trigger, Shodankeh offered up a bold prayer of faith—he asked the Lord to provide him with the courage and wisdom to share Christ with his oppressor. Listen in, and you won’t believe what happened next!

In this episode of Godly Goosebumps, Pastor Dudley shares about the time he received a jarring Instagram message from an atheist who declared the Bible to be nothing more than a fairy tale. While it seemed highly unlikely that such a man would ever be receptive to the message of the gospel, Pastor Dudley engaged the man in conversation, hoping for the opportunity to plant a seed of faith. Their moving interaction underscores the biblical truth that God desires to use every believer, including you, to build bridges to those who seem out of reach.

Has a season of pain or loneliness ever led you to ask, "God, where are you?" Join in as Pastor Dudley retells the moving story of a heartbroken widow who received an unexpected gift and a much-needed reminder of the Lord's loving care for her. If you are in need of this same reminder, this episode of Godly Goosebumps is for you. 

Do you ever question God's feelings toward you? Do you worry that sin or personal shortcomings have disqualified you from His love or purpose? Pastor Dudley kicks off a brand new season of Godly Goosebumps with a story that points to an important spiritual reality: God cherishes broken people. Don't miss this powerful episode and the encouragement that the Lord desires to work in and through your life, imperfections and all!

Wildly successful and at the peak of his career, multi-time world champion boxer Manny Pacquiao had everything the world could offer at his fingertips. All the while, Manny found his life outside the ring to be vastly incomplete—his marriage was in shambles, his family life was strained, and he was drifting deeper into a life of drinking, gambling, and self-destructive indulgence. Listen in as Manny shares about a dream, undeniably from the divine, that would ultimately and irrevocably transform him into a faithful follower of Jesus and humble servant of people. In this second of a powerful three-part episode, you’ll be reminded that no matter how far you may have wandered from God, you too can be transformed into a new creation in Christ!

It’s difficult to fathom that international icon and twelve-time boxing world champion Manny Pacquiao was once a young boy in the Philippines fighting devastating hunger and poverty. Entering the ring for the first time, he boxed with the simple hope of being able to provide food to his family. Don’t miss the first of this incredible three-part episode as Pastor Dudley recalls his first encounter with the “Pacman” and the special invitation he received to lead a chapel in the legend's Los Angeles home. It would soon become clear that Pacquiao’s journey from rags to riches resembles his remarkable journey to faith—a dramatic transformation that has compelled a man who was once without food to generously nourish his community, both physically and spiritually.

Do you ever wish you could summon the courage to speak the truth? If so, you’re in good company. In this episode of Godly Goosebumps, Pastor Dudley, who boldly preaches before thousands of people week after week, makes a confession that might surprise you—he was once quiet, timid, and often times afraid. Join in as he shares his personal testimony and how God used a few cigarette-smoking elders to transform a fainthearted college student into a courageous man of God who unapologetically proclaims the truth of God's Word to people all around the world.