Hope Through the Fire

Bob and Kelly interview their pastor, Scott Wakefield of First Christian Church (FCC), who share an in-depth look at his experience with depression. Their conversation begins with a fun banter of Scott's personal info and then moves into a serious discussion on the topic of depression. Learn what depression is, gain perspective on how to deal with depression, and hear how to help others affected by depression. Towards the end of the episode, Scott speaks of a valuable tool that FCC uses to help those with depression or other difficulties in their lives. This episode will hit you hard with the truth of depression, but it will also encourage you to see hope through depression!  

Here is more information on First Christian Church. If you live in Greeneville, we would love to see you there! 

If this episode or any other episodes have been a help and blessing to you, please like, share, and subscribe. We also would love to hear from you through Facebook, Twitter (@through_fire), or by emailing us at [email protected]. 

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Episode 11 was recorded just an hour and a half after Bob was discharged from the hospital because of COVID difficulties. This emotional and very transparent episode tells of Bob and Kelly's lessons during their ordeal with COVID. They share how they learned once again who they saw God through the fire as they experienced another "Even If Moment". Bob shares his thoughts from a sermon he listened to in the hospital, which was preached by their pastor, Scott Wakefield (First Christian Church). The text that was used in the sermon was Lamentations 3:16-24. 

Both Bob and Kelly also share songs that helped them through their COVID fire ("Praise You in the Storm, by Casting Crowns; "Bring the Rain" by Mercy Me). It is their desire that this COVID story will be a blessing to you. If it has been a blessing, be sure to contact them through Facebook and Twitter. Don't forget to like, share and subscribe to the Hope Through the Fire Podcast! 

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In this episode, Bob interviews his friend, Pastor Seth Alcorn, who opens up about his battle with anxiety and how God has helped him through it. Seth gives advice from his own experiences to help others through their fire of anxiety. You'll laugh as you hear Bob and Seth talk about how they met and the crazy things they did during college. 

If this episode has blessed you, you can find our contact info at www.hopethorughthefire.com, or connect with us on Facebook or Twitter.

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In this episode, Kelly kicks Bob out of the Hope Through the Fire Studio and interviews her dear friend Julie Alcorn (Actually, Bob and Julie's husband, Seth, were watching the kids!). Join the ladies as you will hear an emotional yet beautiful story of God's grace through a miscarriage that Julie experienced. 

And don't forget to like, share, subscribe and give us a review (Apple Podcast is a perfect place to give us a review)! Please find us on Facebook, Twitter, and our website, hopethroughthefire.com

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The dynamic duo hosts, Bob and Kelly, share the rest of their story of how they went through a great fire, but God had a plan which led them to a place they would never have expected. In this episode, they speak candidly about their journey to submitting to God's will for their lives. Join Bob and Kelly as they conclude their story of hope through the fire!

Stayed tuned for upcoming episodes, and don't forget to like, share, subscribe...and follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

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Episode 7 is Part 2 of an interview with Bob's parents. Their story involves three different lives - The short life of their first son, William, who passed away shortly after his birth; then the difficulty of being advised to go through with an abortion with Bob, but experiencing the blessing of his life; and then eternal life that was found through tragedy. 

Many apologies to the audio quality - Kelly's mic was off and that was unknown until after recording was complete. 

The hope for this episode is for you to find life through Jesus Christ! If you have questions about finding life through Christ, or, if you would like to share your story of hope through the fire, please contact Bob and Kelly at [email protected]

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After hearing in Episode 5 from Bob's mom about her story of abuse as a child, Bob and Kelly continue the theme of abuse with two stories in this episode. First, they share the biblical story of Hagar who faced family abuse, but realized that God saw her and provided for her needs. Segwaying from that story, Bob and Kelly interview their friend Heather, who also faced abuse from her husband while they were on the mission field in Japan, but experienced God's protection and provision. 

Don't forget to like, share, subscribe and review! And feel free to tell your story by contacting Bob and Kelly at [email protected]! 

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In this second Bonus Episode, Bob talks candidly about his thoughts from Episode 5, when he and Kelly interviewed Bob's mom, Rose. Bob openly shares his feelings towards his grandfather who abused his mom when she was a girl, but Bob also shares the truth of God's forgiveness which is for anyone, no matter how great the sin is. It is all possible because God's mercy is greater! 

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On this episode, Bob and Kelly interview Bob's mom, Rose Radank, who experienced abuse from her father, but learned to forgive him. This is an episode that is very emotional, but the love of God and His goodness is displayed! Join the Hope Through the Fire Family by sharing your story of God's goodness in your life on our Facebook page and Twitter.

To hear Rose's salvation testimony, click here: https://www.dropbox.com/s/qlku0h0mibvl8dx/Mom%20Testimony.mp4?dl=0 

We are thankful for the ministry of Majesty Music for allowing us to use the song Rejoice in the Lord - 

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If you listened to Episode 4, this bonus episode will be a special treat for you as we look further into the interview we had with Rebecca Swain. 

At the end of this bonus episode, there is a segment where the song "Though You Slay Me" is tied in with a sermon by John Piper. To view this song and sermon go to https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/a-song-for-the-suffering-with-john-piper

Don't forget to like, share, subscribe and review. Contact us through www.hopethroughthefire.com

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