Aaron Smith of Upper Room Dallas shares his faith journey on the Passion Meets Purpose podcast. Despite early doubts, a spiritual experience inspired his book Big Jesus, which challenges traditional views of Jesus. He reflects on childhood struggles, a healing vision, and the power of words—shaped by his grandmother’s influence—to transform identity and faith.

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Jean Stoffer, designer and star of The Established Home, shares how her faith, family, and creative journey are deeply connected. Reflecting on her Christian roots and motherhood, she highlights the beauty of God’s timing and the power of restoration—both in homes and in life.

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Sherri Lynn's book, "Holy Ghost Mama: 21 Old School Lessons That Saved My Life," honors her mother, Miss Bev, and the wisdom she shared. Through personal stories, Sherri illustrates how her mother's faith and guidance influenced her life, highlighting Miss Bev's deep listening, generosity, and reliance on the Holy Spirit. She talks about moments of divine intervention and prophetic words, blending humor and poignancy, underscoring the power of a mother’s prayers.

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We're back for part 2 with Mia Fields. Sarah Taylor and Mia Fieldes explore faith, disappointment, and the power of testimony. Mia shares her personal journey of overcoming disappointment, particularly in relationships, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's promises. What is the significance of waiting on God's timing, taking action in faith, and looking for evidence of God's work in our lives? Mia's story illustrates how God custom-makes blessings for us and encourages listeners to trust in His plans, even when they seem delayed.

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Mia Fieldes, a Grammy-nominated songwriter from Sydney, Australia, shares her remarkable life story and faith journey. Raised by a single mother who struggled with substance abuse, Mia and her sisters found solace and support through the Salvation Army, which introduced them to God and the church. Mia's story is a testament to the power of faith, resilience, and the belief that God orchestrates every detail of our lives for a greater purpose.

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Jamie McDonald shares her profound journey through music, faith, and personal struggles. From her early love for singing to overcoming a tumultuous childhood, Jamie recounts how she rediscovered her passion for music and her faith in God, and her experiences in Africa, where she witnessed miraculous healings, transformed her understanding of faith and purpose. Ultimately, her story is one of redemption, healing, and the power of music changing lives.

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Jamie Winship is back, this time with his wife Donna, to share about Identity. A favorite guest of the Passion Meets Purpose Podcast, Jamie & Donna are founders of Identity Exchange - providing resources to help you live fearlessly in your true, God-given Identity. Join Sarah and the Winship's in a conversation about how you can hear from God, ask Him questions like "What do you want me to know?" and "What do you want me to do?" - a DO NOT MISS episode

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It's Jamie's fault we needed a part 2 because he has so many amazing stories. We've been talking about how God has better blueprints than we could ever have for ourselves. We need to have a higher view of safety. If we can teach our kids to hear from God and know who they are then they can go anywhere. This is a must listen part 2 interview with Jamie Winship!

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His name is Jamie Winship and you are in for a treat with this podcast. He is the founder of Identity Exchange. He wants to help you live fearlessly in your true identity. This will all make sense by the end of our two part series with him. Don't miss a single second of this incredible episode!

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Special note: If you have young kids in the car, we recommend putting those ear buds in for this episode as there are some topics that might not be appropriate for young ears.

Geneva shares her story of overcoming addiction and abuse. She became pregnant at 16 and dropped out of high school, leading to a life of drug abuse and domestic violence. After serving a 30-month prison sentence, Geneva found faith and redemption. She joined the recovery program at Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission’s Hope Place, a long-term recovery program for drug and alcohol addiction. Geneva graduated from the program and now works there as a guest service senior manager, helping others overcome their struggles. She emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God and breaking generational curses of addiction and domestic violence.

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