Dr. David Powers is a decorated Marine, founding member of Homeland Security, best-selling author, and father of five — but don’t let the résumé fool you. These days, he’s building a Winnie-the-Pooh–inspired nature sanctuary, helping families escape the 9-to-5 grind, and drinking as much coffee as humanly possible.

In this high-energy episode, Dr. Dave shares how he helps overwhelmed moms and dads create multiple income streams without losing their faith or their families. You’ll hear about freedom, entrepreneurship, family rhythms, and why nature might just be one of God’s greatest discipleship tools. It’s insightful, it’s hilarious, and it’ll leave you dreaming bigger.

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You're not disqualified by your story—with Jesus, you are Healed, Whole, and Called.

Rachel Pinkerton’s life has been marked by one deep initiation after another — narcissistic abuse, widowhood, single motherhood, and the complex pain of estrangement. But through it all, she has chosen service over silence.

In this episode, Rachel shares how her lived experience led her to become a trauma-informed doula for women escaping domestic violence and, later, a death doula walking with grieving families. Her story is layered, raw, and full of sacred redemption. She reminds us that even in our deepest grief, God can equip us to hold space for others — and still be held by Him.

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You're not disqualified by your story—with Jesus, you are Healed, Whole, and Called.

Pamela Jean is a wife, mother, business and high-performance coach, TEDx speaker, and proud Gammie to 13 — but what you won’t see on the résumé is the fire she’s walked through to get here.

In this episode, Pamela shares how the trials of life refined her walk with the Lord and shaped the woman she is today. She talks about the moments she nearly gave up — and the grace that met her every time. Her story is for anyone balancing faith, family, and calling… and wondering if they can still show up whole. Spoiler: You can. And Pamela’s life proves it.

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You're not disqualified by your story—with Jesus, you are Healed, Whole, and Called.

Dr. Guyla Greenly knows what it feels like to fall apart — and to rise again. From divorce and deep depression to career burnout and medication loss, she’s walked through multiple emotional breakdowns and still holds tightly to the truth: God is in control, even when we don’t understand it.

In this episode, Dr. Greenly shares how her personal and professional worlds collided — and how God patiently rewired her peace one layer at a time. Through her honesty, wisdom, and faith-filled insight, you’ll find permission to stop pretending and instead begin healing. If you’re running on empty, this is your invitation to rest.

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You're not disqualified by your story—with Jesus, you are Healed, Whole, and Called.

Clover Johnston never imagined she’d be navigating single motherhood just weeks after giving birth — or that the road to healing would be marked by betrayal, infidelity, and a co-parenting dynamic that stretched her soul. But instead of letting bitterness take root, she chose to heal. And instead of fear, she chose faith.

In this episode, Clover shares how God transformed her pain into a purpose, giving her a passion for helping women co-parent with grace, regain their identity, and thrive in their calling. Her motto says it all: “It’s hard to be fruitful while you’re holding onto what’s hurtful.” This episode is for every mom who’s doing her best to rise — even when the ground keeps shifting.

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You're not disqualified by your story—with Jesus, you are Healed, Whole, and Called.

At just 24 years old, Roberta Crisler’s life was shattered by a devastating car accident that left her in a coma, her brain severely injured, and her body barely functioning. Doctors weren’t sure she’d survive — much less walk, talk, or live independently again.

In this episode, Roberta shares the winding road of her recovery: the humor, the heartbreak, the rehabilitation, and the joy of reclaiming life one pedal stroke at a time. She opens up about the spiritual questions, emotional healing, and the faith that anchored her when everything else fell away. Her story will challenge your excuses and reignite your hope.

You can purchase her book "My Story of Hope: Life After a Serious Brain Injury" here: https://www.amazon.com/My-Story-Hope-Serious-Injury

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You're not disqualified by your story—with Jesus, you are Healed, Whole, and Called.

Kari Olson hit rock bottom — foreclosure, burnout, single motherhood, and the crushing weight of financial pressure. But just when everything seemed to fall apart, God invited her to surrender... and then showed up in a miraculous way.

In this episode, Kari shares how she said yes to God’s call and earned $100K in just 67 days — not by striving, but by stepping into Spirit-led strategy. Her story will encourage every entrepreneur, dreamer, and weary woman trying to figure out how to pay the bills and still follow God. If you’ve ever questioned whether He cares about your calling and your cash flow, this episode is for you.

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You're not disqualified by your story—with Jesus, you are Healed, Whole, and Called.

Jacqueline Widdis grew up carrying the deep wounds of childhood sexual abuse — and like so many survivors, it shaped her view of herself, her worth, and her voice. But God had more in mind for her story.

In this episode, Jacqueline opens up about her long journey of healing through therapy, Celebrate Recovery, and the gentle, persistent love of God. She shares how she re-entered the workforce after nearly two decades at home, and how that leap of faith is now helping her mentor others in job searches, prayer, and professional confidence. This is a story of redemption in layers — and it’s far from over.

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You're not disqualified by your story—with Jesus, you are Healed, Whole, and Called.

Debra Touchette spent 26 years in active addiction, cycling through jails and institutions, completely convinced she’d never be free. But then God stepped in — and everything changed.

In this episode, Debra shares the raw, real journey of her transformation: from abandoned and addicted to a foster mom, caregiver, and bold woman of faith. Her voice is full of fire, her story full of scars — and her message is full of hope for anyone who thinks they’re too far gone. God is still in the business of radical redemption, and Debi’s life proves it.

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You're not disqualified by your story—with Jesus, you are Healed, Whole, and Called.

Is Halloween really just “fun costumes and candy”… or is it a cultural doorway to fear, compromise, and the demonic? 👀

In this jaw-dropping episode of Healed. Whole. Called., Wendy Melrose sits down with Lisa Vanderveen, Brooke, and Danielle Taylor to pull back the curtain on the dark origins of Halloween and expose the truth the world doesn’t want you to know. From Harry Potter and Hocus Pocus to Disney’s Halloweentown and Pixar’s Coco, we confront how pop culture has normalized witchcraft and the occult—while Scripture (Ephesians 5:11, Deuteronomy 18, 2 Corinthians 6:14) calls us to live set apart.

🔥 Hear raw testimonies of deliverance, breaking generational curses, and finding freedom in Christ.
⚔️ Discover how to raise kids in a culture of life instead of the culture of death.
✨ And walk away with biblical truth that will change how you see Halloween forever.

This isn’t condemnation. This is FREEDOM. 🕊️

Key Scriptures Mentioned

Ephesians 5:11 – “Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them.”

Jeremiah 10:2 – “Learn not the way of the heathen.”

2 Corinthians 6:14 – “What partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?”

Deuteronomy 18:10–12 – Warning against divination, sorcery, witchcraft.

1 Corinthians 10:21 – “You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too.”

1 Samuel 15:23 – “Rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft.”

Galatians 5:19–21 – Works of the flesh include witchcraft; those who practice will not inherit the kingdom.

Leviticus 19:31 – “Do not turn to mediums or seek out spiritists.”

1 Peter 5:8 – “The enemy prowls around like a roaring lion…”

Ephesians 6:12 – “Our struggle is not against flesh and blood…”

Luke 10:19 – Authority to trample on snakes and scorpions.

John 8:36 – “Whom the Son sets free is free indeed.”

2 Corinthians 3:17 – “Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.”

Proverbs 4:23 – Guard your heart above all else.

2 Timothy 1:7 – “God has not given us a spirit of fear…”

Philippians 4:8 – Think on what is pure, lovely, and praiseworthy.

James 4:17 – To know the good you ought to do and not do it is sin.

Movies & Pop Culture Mentioned

Halloweentown (Disney)

Coco (Pixar)

Chucky (horror movie)

Hocus Pocus

Harry Potter

Wizard of Oz / Wicked

Case for Christ (faith film)

Jesus Revolution (faith film)

Furious Love (documentary)

Finger of God (documentary)

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You're not disqualified by your story—with Jesus, you are Healed, Whole, and Called.