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This week, host Wendy Jones sits down with former professional basketball player, motivational speaker, and survivor Derrick Boles—a man who’s truly unstoppable. Derrick shares his incredible testimony of faith and perseverance after surviving two strokes, a brain aneurysm, heart and back surgery, cellulitis, and two bouts of COVID-19.
Despite years of physical and spiritual challenges, Derrick’s story is one of miracles, faith, and inner strength. With honesty and humor, he opens up about the moment his daughter, Jasmine, helped save his life, how he learned to speak again, and why he believes every test becomes a testimony.
Wendy and Derrick dive deep into the importance of recognizing early stroke symptoms, staying spiritually grounded, and using life’s hardest trials to inspire others. This conversation is a powerful reminder that with faith, perseverance, and purpose—nothing can stop you.
💬 Key Takeaways:
Faith in the fire: How Derrick’s relationship with God became the foundation of his recovery.
Recognizing the warning signs: The importance of quick stroke response and calling 911.
The power of words: Why our words can heal—or harm—and how kindness can change everything.
From setback to comeback: How adversity can transform into purpose when you keep your faith strong.
Learn more : https://nextsteps4seniors.com/
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This week, host Wendy Jones sits down with former professional basketball player, motivational speaker, and survivor Derrick Boles—a man who’s truly unstoppable. Derrick shares his incredible testimony of faith and perseverance after surviving two strokes, a brain aneurysm, heart and back surgery, cellulitis, and two bouts of COVID-19.
Despite years of physical and spiritual challenges, Derrick’s story is one of miracles, faith, and inner strength. With honesty and humor, he opens up about the moment his daughter, Jasmine, helped save his life, how he learned to speak again, and why he believes every test becomes a testimony.
Wendy and Derrick dive deep into the importance of recognizing early stroke symptoms, staying spiritually grounded, and using life’s hardest trials to inspire others. This conversation is a powerful reminder that with faith, perseverance, and purpose—nothing can stop you.
💬 Key Takeaways:
Faith in the fire: How Derrick’s relationship with God became the foundation of his recovery.
Recognizing the warning signs: The importance of quick stroke response and calling 911.
The power of words: Why our words can heal—or harm—and how kindness can change everything.
From setback to comeback: How adversity can transform into purpose when you keep your faith strong.
Learn more : https://nextsteps4seniors.com/
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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