Shaken with Steve Sunshine

One question that we can't answer is why does God allow so much more suffering in some people's lives than others. Vaneetha Risner had polio as a child, was in and out of the hospital for years, was bullied in school, went through a divorce, lost a child, and now has post-polio syndrome which is a degenerative disease; And yet her relationship with God is as strong as its ever been.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3MHlzmD

Elizabeth Minikel had a friend who lost a loved one. So she wrote some encouraging letters to her. But it occurred to her that the encouragement she was giving her friend could comfort anyone in almost any situation. So, those letters became a book. In this episode, Elizabeth offers assurance that Jesus walks through our troubles with us, He is near, even when we can't sense him. He gives us strength to get through trials, and courage to share our faith with others.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4gmwKPw

Katie Matthews was in a terrifying accident as a teenager.. It left her in a coma for weeks, and then a quadriplegic. But even as Katie grew more and more angry with God, God was nowhere near done with Katie. Don't miss this extraordinary story of redemption and unexpected healing.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3WvrU9f

*This episode contains references to abuse and violence. It may not be appropriate for kids. 

John Jarman's childhood was so traumatic, that most of it has been blacked out of his memory. John tells how God used the military and a mentor to rescue him from the darkness.

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Before Emily Hutchinson became known as the baker behind The Hutch Oven, she suffered the loss that a parent fears more than any other. Jenny, her beautiful baby girl died suddenly. She tells the story of how God pulled her husband and her out of the pit of despair, and showed them for them. Even for them.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3VZNjqO

Rob Roozeboom talks about how Muscular Dystrophy has affected his hopes and dreams, and how God uses us in our weaknesses and limitations.

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Chris Morris has battled depression and suicidal thoughts (and attempts) for most of his life. You may be surprised to know that these problems continued after he became a Christian. But Chris is redeemed, and he has dedicated his life to helping other people see that mental illness does not disqualify you from the love, mercy and grace of God.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Vw3i0W

*NOTE: This is a heads up that you might want to put ear buds in for this episode as there are topics discussed that are sensitive for young ears, and may be triggering. 

Randy Parker's life changed forever when his wife got sick. He went from professor to caregiver and loved her to the very end. Life without her was devastating. But God saw Randy, just as He sees you in your pain. Listen to how God has seen Randy through the most difficult of times.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4ak2UH5

Ever have something happen in your life that runs contrary to your hopes and dreams? We all have - or will. Nicole Unice talks about this and her insightful new book & Bible study, Not What I Signed Up For.

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Randy Phillips is part of the vocal group Phillips, Craig and Dean, and pastor at Life Family Church in Austin, Texas, as well as an insightful goofball. We hope this light-hearted episode lifts your spirit. Steve and Randy talk, and joke, about Randy's music career. Then Randy offers some powerful pastoral insight into the problem of suffering. And then it gets goofy again.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3WfBYFa