My Struggle, His Glory

Warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics including abuse, trauma, and mental health struggles. Listener discretion is advised. If you find these topics distressing or triggering, please take care of yourself and consider whether to listen at this time.

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Angela Mitchell shares her journey confronting deep family trauma, navigating faith, and ultimately finding healing through forgiveness and community.

With raw honesty, she recounts her struggles with abuse, depression, and suicidal thoughts, as well as the pivotal moments that led her to embrace hope and break the generational cycle. Through stories of resilience, motherhood, and personal growth, Angela offers encouragement to anyone facing darkness — reminding listeners that faith, support, and courage can lead to transformation.

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In this powerful episode of My Struggle, His Glory, hosts Todd Ledford and Boyd Deal sit down with Alicia Brown, a devoted wife, mother, and ministry leader, who shares her extraordinary testimony of walking through financial hardship, health scares, and legal setbacks — and seeing God's hand in every detail. From nearly collapsing at home with the flu to her family's mounting bills and her husband's courtroom battle, Alicia opens up about the emotional weight of financial despair and how God's provision came at just the right time — down to the exact penny.

This episode will remind you that even when life feels overwhelming, God is present in the details — and He will show up. If you've ever wondered if God sees you in your struggles, this episode will speak directly to your heart.

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"My Struggle His Glory" welcomes Jeff and Laurie Helms as they share a powerful testimony of faith, healing, and divine intervention. Laurie recounts the terrifying moment she collapsed while teaching Sunday school — the beginning of a life-threatening brain aneurysm. What followed was an intense journey of emergency surgery, miraculous recovery, and unwavering faith.

In this episode, Jeff and Laurie open up about the emotional and spiritual challenges they faced, the outpouring of love from their church and friends, and the quiet, undeniable moments where God's hand was evident. They also reflect on the impact this experience had on their son Benjamin and how their family's faith grew stronger through adversity.

This is more than a survival story — it's a story about purpose, prayer, and the healing power of community.

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"My Struggle His Glory" welcomes Jeff and Lori Helms as they share a powerful testimony of faith, healing, and divine intervention. Lori recounts the terrifying moment she collapsed while teaching Sunday school — the beginning of a life-threatening brain aneurysm. What followed was an intense journey of emergency surgery, miraculous recovery, and unwavering faith.

In this episode, Jeff and Lori open up about the emotional and spiritual challenges they faced, the outpouring of love from their church and friends, and the quiet, undeniable moments where God's hand was evident. They also reflect on the impact this experience had on their son Benjamin and how their family’s faith grew stronger through adversity.

This is more than a survival story — it’s a story about purpose, prayer, and the healing power of community.

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In this episode, we hear from Jamie Mathews, a 63-year-old from Ozark, Alabama, who shares her journey from the depths of depression to a life transformed through faith. After two decades of battling severe depression, panic attacks, and hopelessness, Jamie found healing not through medication alone, but through a growing relationship with God. She opens up about how prayer, Scripture, and her church community became her lifeline during life's toughest challenges—including divorce, job struggles, and supporting her daughter through teenage pregnancy.

Today, Jamie serves others through jail ministry, school talks, and personal mentoring, spreading the message that no struggle is too big for God's love. Whether you're facing your own battles or seeking stories of real hope, Jamie's testimony reminds us that healing and purpose are possible.

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In this episode of My Struggle, His Glory, hosts Boyd Deal and Todd Ledford sit down with Barbara Anderson — a devoted wife, retired surgical nurse, and mother who faced one of life's hardest tragedies: the loss of her son, Jesse.

Barbara recounts the heartbreaking day of Jesse's accident, the spiritual questions that followed, and how her faith carried her through unimaginable grief. Her powerful testimony reveals how God's presence is often felt most clearly in our darkest moments, offering hope, healing, and purpose even after profound loss.

Whether you're facing your own struggles or supporting someone through theirs, Barbara's story will inspire you to trust in God's plan and find peace through Christ.

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In this heartfelt episode, hosts Todd Ledford and Boyd Deal sit down with Jessica Ingram, editor of My Struggle, His Glory: The Book, to talk about a battle that's far more common than we often admit — anxiety. Jessica opens up about experiencing intense panic attacks as a child, learning to cope without medication, and how journaling, Scripture, and worship music have been lifelines in her journey.

She reflects on the healing power of community, how God met her in unexpected ways, and the lasting hope that comes from knowing our struggles are never wasted — because God is always working. Whether you wrestle with fear, overthinking, or just need encouragement to keep going, Jessica's story is a reminder that even in the darkest moments, His glory still shines.

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In this episode of My Struggle, His Glory, Leah Deal opens up about her lifelong journey through pain, surgeries, and unanswered questions — and how her faith in God became her anchor. From her first scoliosis surgery at age 13 to nine life-altering procedures, Leah shares how she faced physical and emotional battles with courage, community support, and relentless faith.

Leah's story, titled Why Me, Lord?, is a powerful reminder that even in our most painful seasons, God's purpose and glory can shine through. She speaks openly about her struggles with depression, parenting through physical limitations, and how trusted friends and family helped carry her through. Her words offer comfort to anyone walking a hard road, encouraging them to lean on faith, community, and God's sustaining grace.

Join hosts Todd Ledford and Boyd Deal as they explore Leah's story of perseverance, gratitude, and purpose — even in the midst of suffering.

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Welcome to My Struggle, His Glory, where we delve into real-life stories fo faith, resilience, and redemption. This series brings to life the powerful testimonies from the book My Struggle, His Glory.

In this episode, co-host Todd Ledford shares his powerful journey from a turbulent childhood and early substance abuse to long-term recovery and spiritual renewal. Raised in Alabama and uprooted to California at age five, Todd opens up about trauma, addiction to drugs and alcohol, and hitting rock bottom.

After a life-changing moment of clarity, Todd sought help, found faith, and embraced sobriety through the 12-step program. Now 16 years sober, he reflects on the importance of honesty, community, and meeting people where they are. This episode is a moving testament to resilience, redemption, and hope.

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Welcome to the inaugural episode of My Struggle, His Glory, where we delve into real-life stories of faith, resilience, and redemption. This series brings to life the powerful testimonies from the book My Struggle, His Glory, featuring many of the individuals who found hope and healing through God's grace during their darkest moments.

In this episode, hosts Boyd and Todd introduce the heart behind the project, sharing the inspiration that led to compiling these transformative stories. They discuss the common threads of struggle and triumph that weave through each testimony, setting the stage for the profound journeys we'll explore in upcoming episodes.

Join us as we embark on this path of discovering how personal trials can lead to divine purpose. Whether you're facing your own challenges or seeking encouragement, these stories are a testament to the enduring power of faith.

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