What happens when your skeptical neighbor becomes your sister in faith? For years, Kim said, “I don’t need church. God is everywhere.” But one Sunday, she chose to attend a worship service in the Church Of Christ.

That decision changed Kim’s life and also deepened the faith of her friend Aliw, host of Making Changes. It’s the story of how God moved the pieces in their lives to bring them together and bring them both closer to Him in ways they never expected. Finding God was just the beginning. Real peace comes when you choose Him daily.

00:00 – “When You Believe, Faith Doesn’t Die – It Only Grows Stronger”

Kim’s change wasn’t just about joining the Church; It was about understanding that membership is not a destination, but a doorway into deeper spiritual maturity… a deeper connection with God…and a deeper purpose in life.

If this story has moved you, or you know someone who needs to hear it, share it with them. And don’t forget to subscribe to Making Changes wherever you listen to podcasts. And remember, change can also be a transformation that makes you a path for others to find their way to God. So make that change.

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The bond their parents instilled in them would carry an older brother through seven years of patiently waiting… and be solidified in one night when the three brothers prayed together, now bound by something deeper than blood.

This is a story that proves some relationships are worth praying for, no matter how long it takes.

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Eighteen years later, Harmony, Aries, and Adonis still gather after every Sunday worship service to pray for their parents. They’ve learned that the most profound changes don’t happen overnight – they happen one invitation at a time, one prayer at a time.

So if you’re waiting for a loved one to change their heart…or know someone who is… share this story, and remind them that God’s answers are always… always worth waiting for, no matter how long it takes.

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Ez thought she had everything under control. From the moment of diagnosis, Ez shares her powerful journey from needing control to complete surrender, letting go of everything she thought mattered and turning her pain into service to God and others.

00:00 – The Journey Begins: From Control to Surrender

Ez started her journey believing she could control everything…but after her cancer diagnosis she realized her power wasn’t her ability to plan every detail in her life. It was surrender. Surrender to God’s will. Surrender to God’s plans.

From telling God, ‘I trust you’ in her darkest moment to becoming a deaconess serving others in theirs, Ez discovered that letting go of what she couldn’t control gave her access to something far more powerful – purpose, peace, and the ability to transform pain into service.

If you’re struggling to control something today, remember Ez’s words: ‘Change is an opportunity.’ So, let go and surrender to the change God has in store for you. And if you’re a woman listening to this or know someone who needs to hear this, please – take action on what Ez learned the hard way. Fight for your health. Be your best advocate.

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At their lowest moments, Mary and Rashad couldn’t have imagined that their story was just getting started. That the same circumstances that nearly destroyed them would become the foundation for something beautiful.

This conversation explores the transformative journey of Mary and Rashad, who faced significant challenges and ultimately found redemption through faith. They discuss their experiences with hitting rock bottom, the importance of intentional prayer, the role of community in healing, and the commitment required in relationships and parenting.

00:00  From Rock Bottom to Redemption

God didn’t wait for them to clean up their act first. He met them right there in the mess and showed them the way out.

And it wasn’t some overnight miracle. It was messy. It was work. It was choosing God even when their hearts could have chosen an easier way out. But through all of that messiness, their story shows us what’s possible when we let go of the brokenness and surrender completely to God.

If Mary & Rashad’s story resonated with you, or if you know someone who’s been trying to control their own story instead of letting God write it, share these two episodes. Sometimes we need to hear that surrender isn’t giving up – it’s finally letting go.

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Two broken people seeking for answers find each other in pain. Church hurt, religious trauma, and childhood abuse bring Rashad and Mary together in their desperate search for healing and truth and in the process, find God waiting for them.

00:00 The Journey Begins: Meeting at a Casino

But their story doesn’t end here.

In part two of this episode, you’ll hear what happens after Mary called the minister, Brother Mike, their baptisms, and how they learned that true freedom isn’t about having no rules – it’s about joining God’s club and following His way. Their transformation from from choosing pain to choosing God, proves that sometimes the most beautiful stories come from the most broken beginnings.

If Mary and Rashad’s story resonates with you, or if you know anyone who’s been choosing their pain over God’s healing, share this episode. Sometimes we need to hear that God can write a better story than we ever imagined.

Thanks for listening, and may your change uplift you.

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Growing up, Brother Bernard watched his Filipino immigrant father sacrifice everything to start over in America, yet somehow stay completely devoted to his faith. The question that never left Brother Bernard alone: Why? Why was his dad’s faith so strong?

In This Episode

Brother Bernard’s journey to joining the ministry shows us that sometimes the greatest changes happen when we stop to understand the why behind what we do, why we’re here, and the true purpose God gives us.

If Brother Bernard’s story resonates with you, or if you know anyone who has ever felt that feeling of getting everything but still feeling empty, share this episode. Sometimes we need someone to tell us that sacrificing for our true purpose doesn’t mean we’re at a loss… the truth is, it can be the complete opposite.

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Feeling discouraged about inviting friends to faith? This week, we’re revisiting one of our most replayed moments from last season, the powerful story of Brother Andrey Silva and his friend Errol Viray. It’s a reminder that persistence can transform lives, and why you should never give up on the people you care about.

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[00:00] Introduction to the episode and revisiting a memorable story.

If this reminder resonated with you, make sure to share this episode with someone else.

Thank you for listening to Making Changes and joining us this season. If you want to listen to the rest of this conversation with Brother Andrey and Brother Errol scroll down to the 2-part episode called “Life of Service” It’s amazing story that every one needs to hear.

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Most people know James Raiz as the box office artist behind Marvel Studios’ biggest hits, the energetic host of Time to Draw Live with over a million YouTube subscribers. But behind the viral videos and sold-out shows, James faced a change that would redefine everything he thought he knew about strength.

00:00 Introduction to James Raiz

30:10 Embracing Change and Growth

James’s story is one of resilience and faith. Because here’s what he learned in the space between Marvel premieres and midnight prayers: we don’t become who we’re meant to be in the comfortable moments. We become who we’re meant to be in the moments that require us to hold on when everything in us wants to let go.

If James’s journey inspired you, share this episode with someone who needs to hear that change is possible. For more Making Changes podcasts, visit incmedia.org or find it anywhere you listen to podcasts. Thanks for listening, and may your change uplift you.

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At 31, JP faced a health scare that would change everything. He had to make a choice. Accept the labels that had defined him his whole life – “the smart kid,” “not the athletic type,” “the one who sits on the sidelines” or take a step outside of the identity he had given himself.

00:00 The Fear of Change

JP’s story began with a prayer in a gym parking lot, but it didn’t end there.

If JP’s journey encouraged you, share this with someone who needs to hear that faith can grow even when life feels difficult. For more Making Changes podcasts, visit incmedia.org or find it anywhere you listen to podcasts. Thanks for listening, and may your change uplift you.

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At 47, most people are settling into their careers, not starting completely over. But Ted Teodoro wasn’t most people. After retiring from a successful 20-year finance career, Ted did something that shocked everyone who knew him – he applied to become a police officer, chasing a childhood dream he’d carried for decades.

00:00 Chasing Dreams: A Cop’s Journey

Ted’s story proves that dreams don’t have expiration dates and that putting God first doesn’t mean giving up on who you’re meant to be. After 20 years in finance, he didn’t just change careers; he showed us that we can chase our dreams without compromising our faith. So if you’re carrying a dream that won’t let go, remember: it’s never too late to start over, just make sure to consult God and ask Him to guide your decision… that’s what Ted did and now he’s living his dream.

If Ted’s journey encouraged you, share this with someone who needs to hear that midlife can be the beginning of their greatest chapter.

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