In this heartfelt episode, Mel shares the true story of how he and his wife Ruth went from newlyweds filled with dreams… to facing unemployment, bankruptcy, and fear — and how faith carried them through.

Laid off just three months after their wedding, Mel found himself questioning everything — his future, his purpose, and even God’s plan. But through every closed door, God was quietly working behind the scenes, preparing something greater than he could imagine.

From the factory layoffs at Ford and Republic Steel to the unexpected job at General Electric that changed everything, this story is a reminder that even in our darkest seasons, God’s timing is never late.

If you’re walking through uncertainty right now — wondering how it will all work out — this episode will encourage you to hold on, keep praying, and trust that your season will change.

🎙️ Listen to “Just Married - Just Laid Off” — a real story of faith, perseverance, and God’s faithfulness through life’s hardest seasons.