Alyssa had an idyllic childhood, until scary thoughts and compulsions took over her mind in 8th grade.  She eventually found a balance of therapy and medication to manage her OCD, but had no idea her anxiety would be tested during her engagement, newlywed days, and pregnancy.  Yet God was faithful through each challenge as Alyssa understood Him more and more.  

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How can a woman who was so severely abused as a child find herself full of joy and able to help others?

Freda shares a brief overview of her story, from the trauma she endured to the hope she found in Christ, and then discusses the literary resources she has available for others who are searching for healing.

To learn more and find all of Freda's resources, visit https://www.fredaemmons.com

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Cindy is an involved mom, grandma, and ministry leader who has truly learned to find joy in the midst of suffering and grief. Widowed far too young, she could have stayed in the emptiness... but God led her into a life of fulfillment and purpose.

To watch the video version of this live Story Night event from March 14, 2024, visit https://youtu.be/4UQvYseh06o

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TRIGGER WARNING

Michelle shares a powerful story of unsilencing voices, starting with her own.  A survivor of abuse, Michelle took her story and used it to empower others.  God took her on a journey of "Now What?" and taught her that as long as she continued to drive along life's journey, He could steer the car.  Michelle is now the founder of Unsilenced Voices and is making a difference around the world.

For more from Michelle, visit

www.unsilencedvoices.org

Jessica shares a 2 minute update about her maternity leave and the podcast episodes.

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Jana is an energetic mom and entrepreneur with a passion for sharing her story.  After falling into a life of drugs, Jana met a couple of life-changing people.  Within a six-month period, she was saved, sober, married, and pregnant.  But happily-ever-after came to a jolting halt when she found herself widowed in her late twenties.  Despite a downward spiral, God never let her go.  Now Jana shares her journey of moving from mourning a death to celebrating a life.

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In our first ever Story Night Sequel, Melissa shares what's happened in her life since she first shared her story in episode 4.  A widow of several years, Melissa believed the promise that God had something more for her life, but had to pray her way through the counterfeits during the waiting period.  Then the answer to her prayer literally showed up in the prayer room... and it was certainly worth the wait.

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In this recording from the live Story Night event on October 12th, 2023, Rhea shares her story of finding joy after years of darkness. Rhea experienced abuse and trauma from domestic violence, stalking, a teen pregnancy, and an abortion, but is now striving passionately after God. 

To watch the video version of the event, click here

For all that Rhea has to offer, visit: https://www.risewithrhea.com

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Megan shares the story of her passion project: It's Your Story To Tell.  As a girl, she partnered with the lies of codependency and insecurity that said she was unworthy of the love and life of which she dreamed.  But God taught her how to take her thoughts captive, leading her through an inner transformation which strengthened her for more trials to come.  Megan is now a personal growth and development coach.

For everything Megan has to offer through coaching, podcasts, and more, visit https://www.itsyourstorytotell.com

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*Ladies, mark your calendars and invite your girlfriends*

One of Megan's coaches, Rhea Joy, will be sharing her story LIVE at our upcoming Story Night event on Thursday, October 12th, 2023 at CalvaryMac Church.

To learn more and to register for this free event, visit https://calvarymac.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1863812

Rebecca shared her story at a Story Night event on August 3, 2023.  As a victim of both violence and cancer, Rebecca lost her identity and fell into fear and despair.  But God had "full-circle" blessings of hope and healing for His beloved daughter. This is one of the hardest stories, but has the most amazing ending!

For more information from the organizations mentioned at the end of the episode, visit:

https://abuserecovery.org and https://www.hendersonhouse.org

To watch the video version click here

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