The Jesus People Podcast | Kasey Van Norman: From Deep Wounds to Divine Freedom

In this powerful episode of The Jesus People Podcast, join us as counselor, trauma survivor, and ministry leader Kasey Van Norman shares her riveting testimony of redemption and hope. From enduring sexual assault at a young age and wrestling with hidden shame to navigating infidelity and a life-threatening cancer diagnosis, Kasey’s journey is a profound testament to God’s relentless pursuit and unshakeable love. Hear how a series of life-altering events shattered her self-reliance—only to pave the way for supernatural healing, renewed identity in Christ, and an unquenchable passion to serve others through The Maidwell House.

Key Highlights:

- Reeling from childhood trauma and the devastating impact of unprocessed memories

- Facing infidelity and broken trust within her marriage—and finding the path to restoration

- Surviving a battle with cancer and learning to depend daily on God’s grace

- Discovering unconditional acceptance in Christ, beyond shame and self-protection

- Founding The Maidwell House to offer holistic, faith-centered support for mind, body, and soul

If you or someone you love is struggling with deep-rooted pain, trauma, or seemingly insurmountable life challenges, Kasey’s story offers a beacon of resilience. Her journey reminds us that no matter how shattered our circumstances, God’s redemptive love can rebuild every broken piece.

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Encounter Jesus Today: Four Minutes to Overcome Anxiety

Has anxiety been weighing heavily on your heart lately? Take just four minutes today to let God’s soothing Word wash over your worries, fears, and anxieties. In this powerful devotional, you'll hear direct scriptures like Psalm 23, Psalm 91, and Philippians 4 spoken over you—inviting God's peace to replace your stress.

**Overcome Anxiety With Peace**

Join us as we unpack:

✨ Freedom from Fear: Discover God's powerful promise to fight your battles and never leave your side.

✨ Divine Shelter: Experience God's comforting assurance that He is your refuge, your protector, and your peace.

✨ Trust Over Anxiety: Learn to surrender your worries to God and let His supernatural peace guard your heart and mind.

Pause, breathe, and experience the divine peace that only God’s presence provides. Share this calming message with anyone who needs freedom from anxiety today!

Key Verses:

📖 “Cast your cares on the Lord, and He will sustain you.” (Psalm 55:22)

📖 “Do not be anxious about anything...and the peace of God will guard your heart and mind.” (Philippians 4:6-7)

📖 “The Lord is your Shepherd...you shall not fear.” (Psalm 23)

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Encounter Jesus Today: God Is Closer Than You Think

In today's devotional, spend four minutes letting the healing truth of God's Word wash over your soul. 

Drawing from scriptures like Deuteronomy 31:8, Romans 8:38-39, and Isaiah 41:10, we uncover the unwavering love and mercy that God extends to you, no matter how far you've drifted.

Discover His Unending Love

Join us as we unpack:

✨ Never Forgotten: Understand why God promises never to leave or forsake you—His faithfulness is greater than your past.

✨ From Shame to Grace: Learn to let go of guilt by fully embracing God’s new mercies every morning.

✨ Finding Strength in His Presence: Experience the transformative power of God's closeness as He comforts and restores your heart.

Today is your invitation to return to the arms of a Father who is always waiting, always forgiving, and always loving. Nothing can separate you from the steadfast love of Christ.

Key Verses:

📖 “The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” (Deuteronomy 31:8)

📖 “Neither death nor life...nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:38-39)

📖 “Do not fear, for I am with you...I will strengthen you and help you.” (Isaiah 41:10)

Pause. Reflect. Return to God’s embrace. Remember to like, subscribe, and share this message of hope and restoration with someone who needs to reconnect with God’s unbreakable love today!

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In this riveting episode of The Jesus People Podcast, we sit down with Dylan—a young man whose life story defies medical odds and radiates unshakeable faith. Diagnosed with cancer not once but three times before turning 21, Dylan was told by doctors there was no hope.

Refusing to bow to fear, he pursued a relentless routine of 3:00 AM workouts, discovered true peace in surrendering to Christ, and witnessed miraculous healing that baffled the medical community. Through excruciating hospital stays, mental battles, and surgeries that challenged his every limit, Dylan emerged with an unwavering conviction: God’s grace outshines even the darkest nights. 

His epic journey from hospital beds to athletic feats is a stirring testament to the transformative power of endurance, prayer, and divine intervention.

Key Highlights:

-Three life-threatening cancer diagnoses and near-impossible surgeries

Rejecting fear: 3:00 AM wake-ups and an unbreakable David Goggins–style mindset

-Finding supernatural peace and purpose through surrender to Jesus

Overcoming “terminal” predictions with a faith that stunned doctors

Inspiring hope for anyone facing impossible odds and desperate circumstances

-If you or someone you love is wrestling with hopelessness, long-term illness, or dire medical diagnoses, Dylan’s story is a powerful reminder that no verdict is final when placed under Christ’s redemptive authority. No obstacle is too great for the One who breathes life into every seemingly impossible situation.

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The Jesus People Podcast | Braxten Mecham: Miraculous Encounters, Gen Z Revival, and Finding True Fulfillment

In this powerful episode of The Jesus People Podcast, join us as Braxten Mecham—an on-fire Gen Z evangelist—shares his remarkable journey from heartbreak, doubt, and near-death experiences to a life radically changed by God’s hand. Growing up knowing about Jesus but never truly walking in faith, Braxten found himself searching for fulfillment in all the wrong places, from drugs and toxic relationships to endless distractions that left him emptier than before.

After multiple miraculous encounters—including divine healing from a life-threatening blood clot—Braxten discovered the transformative power of prayer, immersion in Scripture, and authentic community. His story reveals how God can rewrite anyone’s destiny, demonstrating that no one is too young or too broken for God’s plans. If you’ve ever questioned whether the Lord hears your cries or whether you’re too far gone to be redeemed, Braxten's story will reawaken your faith and stir your heart for revival.

Key Highlights:

-Overcoming heartbreak, despair, and isolation through consistent prayer and worship

-Divine interventions—miraculous healing, supernatural encounters, and deliverance

-Finding purpose and identity as a young believer in Gen Z’s digital age

-The power of obedient faith in everyday moments, from prayer walks to sharing the gospel

-Cultivating a deep hunger for Scripture and building authentic relationships in Christ

If you or someone you love is wrestling with hopelessness or searching for genuine fulfillment, Braxten's testimony will remind you that God meets us right where we are. No matter how overwhelming your circumstances, His transforming grace and boundless love are always available.

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The Jesus People Podcast | Stephen Evan: From Addiction's Abyss to Christ's Redemption

In this powerful episode of The Jesus People Podcast, join us as Stephen courageously shares his harrowing yet inspiring journey from the depths of addiction and identity crisis to a life transformed by divine grace. After years of battling meth addiction, living a double life, and wrestling with the pain of hidden shame, Stephen hit rock bottom—experiencing overdose, near-death, and the isolation of a divided identity.

In his raw, honest testimony, Stephen recounts how a life-altering encounter with God redirected his path. With his world crumbling around him, a divine intervention brought hope, healing, and the assurance that no pit is too deep for the Father's redeeming love. His story is a testament to the transformative power of faith—a journey from self-destruction to a renewed identity in Christ.

Key Highlights:

-Confronting the grip of meth addiction and the pain of a conflicted identity

-Hitting rock bottom with overdose, isolation, and near-death experiences

-Experiencing a transformative spiritual encounter that changed everything

-Embracing a new life and identity through the unconditional love of God

-Finding hope, redemption, and purpose in the midst of despair

If you or someone you love is battling addiction, struggling with identity issues, or feeling lost in the darkness, Stephen’s story offers a beacon of hope. His testimony reminds us that God’s love and transformative grace can turn even the most shattered life into a story of redemption.

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Encounter Jesus Today: Find God's Peace Today

Are you overwhelmed by life’s constant noise and anxiety? In today’s transformative message, we dive into the biblical blueprint for experiencing true, lasting peace—even when everything around you feels chaotic. Inspired by scriptures like 1 Peter 5:7, John 15:4, and Philippians 4:6-7, we uncover how surrendering your worries to Jesus turns anxiety into divine rest. - Christ’s Peace for You Today -

Join us as we unpack:

✨ Yoke Up to the Prince of Peace: Discover why Jesus invites you to partner with Him—because His burden is light and His guidance leads to true rest.

✨ Casting Your Cares: Learn the powerful, practical step of envisioning all your worries dumped into a bowl and handed over to the One who is strong enough to carry them.

✨ Transforming Anxiety into Gratitude: See how shifting your focus from fear to thankfulness realigns your heart with the Kingdom of God, where peace prevails.

Embrace the freedom that comes when you trust God’s perfect plan. It’s time to release your anxieties and allow the Prince of Peace to reign in every area of your life.

Key Verses:

📖 “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7)

📖 “Abide in me, and I will abide in you…” (John 15:4)

📖 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” (Philippians 4:6-7)

Take a moment to pause, breathe, and let God’s peace wash over you. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this message with someone who needs a reminder of His everlasting calm today!

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Are your friendships drawing you closer to Jesus or pulling you away? This powerful message dives into the profound truth of choosing friends who help strengthen your faith. Inspired by Mark 2:1-12 and Proverbs 13:20, we explore how God calls us to be intentional about our closest relationships—because the people you surround yourself with can shape your destiny.

Join us as we unpack:

✨ The life-changing lesson from Mark 2—how four faithful friends removed every barrier to bring a paralytic to Jesus.

✨ Why “iron sharpens iron” (Proverbs 27:17) and how true godly friendships refine our character.

✨ The difference between ministering to others and allowing them to influence you—and why setting boundaries is a loving, biblical practice.

Discover the freedom of placing toxic relationships into a “ministry category” while seeking out companions who push you closer to Christ. Let’s break free from the notion that we must be everyone’s best friend and learn how careful, prayerful choices honor God.

Key Verses

📖 “Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.” (Proverbs 13:20)

📖 “When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, ‘Son, your sins are forgiven.’” (Mark 2:5)

In this video, we’ll also confront the false idea that it’s unloving to step away from draining friendships. Instead, we’ll embrace the biblical truth that wisdom and discernment are vital for spiritual growth.

🌟 Takeaways for your journey:

Learn how to choose friends who will carry you to Jesus—no matter the cost.

Embrace healthy boundaries and understand the power of wise, godly counsel.

Shift from people-pleasing to God-pleasing by prioritizing relationships that honor Him.

Let’s repent of harmful habits that keep us stuck in unwise company, surrender to God’s direction, and trust Him to bring the right friends into our lives—friends who reflect Christ’s love and help us grow in our calling.

🙏Pray with us as we ask God to open our hearts, transform our friendships, and guide us in becoming the kind of friends who bring others to Jesus.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this message with someone who needs clarity and encouragement today. Together, we’ll learn how to choose friendships that strengthen our faith and reveal God’s love!

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Rescued from the Strip Club & Healed by the Father’s Love: Samantha Carey’s Redemption Story

In this riveting episode, we sit down with Samantha Carey to uncover her incredible journey from an unexpected childhood wound to the dark world of stripping—and ultimately into the radiant light of Jesus. Samantha candidly shares how her father’s absence and a desperate need for validation led her into a life of addiction, depression, and painful exploitation. Yet through divine encounters, the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, and a loving community, she discovered true forgiveness, identity, and a renewed sense of hope. Listen in as Samantha reveals how God not only rescued her from self-destruction but also called her back into strip clubs—this time, to bring gifts, prayer, and genuine care to women still trapped in the shadows. If you or someone you love is searching for a way out of hurt, shame, or hopelessness, Samantha’s story will inspire you to see that no pit is too deep for the Father’s redeeming love.

Key Highlights:

-Confronting father wounds and the emotional toll of abandonment

-Overcoming addiction, depression, and suicidal thoughts

-Transformative encounters with the Holy Spirit and the power of prayer

-Returning to the strip club—now to offer support, gifts, and God’s love

-Embracing a renewed identity and walking confidently in Christ

Whether you’re wrestling with hidden pain or looking to encourage someone lost in the adult entertainment industry, this episode will stir your faith and remind you that Jesus is mighty to save.

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In this groundbreaking episode, we sit down with Dr. Austin Lake to uncover how our modern food systems and Big Pharma practices can undermine our well-being—and how, as followers of Jesus, we can fight back with wisdom and boldness. Join us as Dr. Lake reveals overlooked toxins lurking in everyday products, the profit-driven motivations shaping healthcare, and why believers should be the healthiest people on earth. From clearing up misinformation about nutrition to practical tips for hormone balance, Dr. Lake’s insights empower you to steward your body—and your family’s health—God’s way.

Whether you’re struggling with chronic stress, confused about your next health step, or simply seeking a more holistic Kingdom lifestyle, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to embrace the truth that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit.

Key Highlights:

-Exposing the Flaws in Conventional Medicine: How America’s healthcare system got hijacked by profit.

-Uncovering Toxic Ingredients: Identifying hidden chemicals in food, personal care products, and more.

-Women’s Health & Hormones: Why stress and environmental factors disproportionately affect women.

-Building a Healthy Family Culture: Practical steps to reclaim your home as a place of nourishment and worship.

-Biblical Stewardship of the Body: Embracing God’s design for wholeness—mind, body, and spirit.

Whether you’re dealing with unexplained symptoms or simply want to align your daily habits with God’s Word, this episode offers hope, clarity, and a roadmap for healthier living, founded on scriptural principles.

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