Did you know anorexia is one of the most common illnesses among teenagers? Mari Beth Poor, from Birmingham, Alabama, shares her story of battling with the disease as a young woman and the miraculous way in which God saved her and brought her to a place of bringing healing to others. (Originally aired 1/6/21) FOR PATREON INSIDERS TODAY: A BONUS STORY! We are so excited to bring to you a unique two-sided perspective on how God brought together two unlikely friends. Rachel and Tess, from Tupelo, Mississippi, share their stories on how God moved in each one of their lives over the years and brought them to a special friendship. When you join today - it unlocks all previous content - -so you get to hear Mari Beth and her Mother! CLICK HERE TO JOIN

On the surface, Samantha Bradshaw thought having a child with Down Syndrome was going to be devastating, but God, in His all-sufficient manner, had other plans! From our Auburn/Opelika community, Samantha shares how she questioned God for giving her this path and how those questions brought her from darkness into the light. Prepare to laugh as Samantha is transparent, humorous, and straightforward in her struggles. And, in the end, you'll see it's those exact struggles she gives credit to for the beauty, depth, and uniqueness of her story. (Originally aired 2/19/20) FOR PATREON INSIDERS TODAY: A BONUS STORY! Sam Cockerham, from our community group in Katy, TX, shares her story of how God showed her the vital importance of prayer during a season of loss. Become a PATREON INSIDER HERE

Kristen Walker, featured in "When God Shows Up: Discovering God in Stories of HOPE," shares her story of how tragedy led her down a long path of self-destructive behavior, and how, just a few years ago, after living a life enveloped in shame, fear, and low self-worth, she found a relationship with God for the first time. Kristen will encourage you to live with vulnerability and purpose. Originally aired on 3/20/19. FOR OUR PATREON INSIDERS TODAY:: Part Three of a Three-Part Series on Navigating Grief So many of you have asked for stories on how to handle deep grief and bring it before the Father's throne. Our very own Amy Grote brings you the final installment of this special series. Become a PATREON INSIDER HERE

For the next six weeks, you will be hearing one repost from each season of the StoryTellers Live podcast. We are excited to kick off this summer series with three moms, Becky Saey, Jennifer McMahon, and our very own Lindy Walker share their parenting experiences and wisdom as they answer questions about all sorts of parenting challenges. (Originally aired 4/24/18 in Season One as Episode 16). TODAY FOR OUR PATREON INSIDERS:: Part Two of a Three Part series on Navigating Grief So many of you have asked for stories on how to handle deep grief and bring it before the Father's throne. Our very own Amy Grote brings you week two of this special series. Not a Patreon Insider, join today at www.patreon/STLcommunity.

Jessica Stovall, from our community group in Oxford, Mississippi, shares her journey of struggling with drugs and alcohol at an early age to going through the recovery process to letting go of shame and guilt, and ultimately, to finding her identity as a child of God. Her story will remind you there is nothing in your past that will keep you from God's love and forgiveness and He always wants to do abundantly more than you could ask or imagine with your life. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: * The enemy of your soul always wants you to find your identity in the things of this world instead of your true identity in Christ. * God is a patient Father and wants to answer your prayers. * There is great freedom in knowing your identity is in Christ alone! ON PATREON THIS FRIDAY:: Part One of a Three Part series on Navigating Grief So many of you have asked for stories on how to handle deep grief and bring it before the Father's throne. Over the next three weeks, for our Patreon Insiders only, Amy Grote will walk you through the most devastating season of her life and how God met her along the way. Whether you are walking through grief now or know someone who is, this is a series you don't want to miss! Not a Patreon Insider, join today at www.patreon/STLcommunity. Resources: At the Cross by Chris Tomlin - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lqimy2axJNw How He Loves by David Crowder Band - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lqimy2axJNw

Bailey Henry, from Brandon, Mississippi, shares her story of infertility and how God met her in the pit of brokenness and deep despair. This story will have you crying and laughing as you realize that no matter what the circumstances of life bring you, God is good, He is sovereign, and He will provide. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: * The beauty of God will come, but sometimes you have to go through hell to get there. * God wants to answer all your "whys" and "hows." * God is always with you in the pits of life. ON PATREON THIS FRIDAY! We are excited to have Bailey featured as our "Story Within the Story" this month. Listen in as Amy Grote talks more with Bailey about her struggle with infertility, the publishing of her book, and how God has worked in her life through her story. You don't want to miss this conversation! Become a PATREON INSIDER HERE Bailey's Book "Having a Baby and Other Things I'm Bad At" HERE

Natalie Warren, from our Auburn/Opelika community, shares the miraculous story of trusting God through a near-death illness with her then-5-year-old son. Get ready to be encouraged in your faith and in your trust in God's goodness as Natalie vulnerably shares her journey of learning how to lean into God with the uncertainties of her son's future. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: * If God has called you to a difficult season of life, He will be faithful to hold you up. * Heartbreak uncertainty, and pain can coexist with comfort, joy, and peace. * Miracles rarely just affect the person it happens to… they have a ripple effect for everyone to see and find the One True God. ON PATREON THIS FRIDAY: "Where Are They Now?" with Ashley Wood whose story originally aired 5/9/19 as Episode 50, "Strengthening Her Heart Through Fighting Crohn's." Listen in as Amy Grote catches up with Ashley on how her health is today and all God has done in her life since she first shared. JOIN PATREON - Become a Patreon Insider Raise A Hallelujiah - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2XtRuPfaAU

Moms, have pen and paper ready to take some notes on today's podcast! Sand Price, from our community group in Homewood, Alabama, shares her journey of releasing her children to God and looking to Him alone to fulfill the desires of her heart. There are so many nuggets of wisdom and God's truth in Sand's story you don't want to miss it! IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: * Your children are a gift and a heritage from the Lord, but they belong to Him. * We must nurture each one of our children according to the character and design God has given them. * You aren't letting your children go, you are releasing them into the perfect will of the Father. JOIN PATREON to become an INSIDER to hear Sand answer more questions. Want more StoryTellers? Check us out HERE

Jewels Gahan, from our Trussville, Alabama community group, shares her journey of walking through several health issues and how God led her to a place of healing and purpose. Her story will encourage you to remember to never lose hope and to grab hold of the truth that God can work all things for the good of those who love Him. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: * God can handle your questions, your anger, and your doubts in seasons of struggling. * God wants you to live in a place of rest. * God is alive and well and He is still the Great Physician. PATREON INSIDERS will enjoy a BONUS STORY by Shayna Swann also from Trussville, Alabama. Her story will encourage you to really delve into Scripture and God's Word as it will always bring hope, encouragement, and healing to your life. In this unedited recording, you will get a glimpse into what a community gathering is like! JOIN HERE Looking for a Summer Bible Study? Check out When God Shows Up - Stories of FREEDOM

Have you ever thought about the dreams and goals God has uniquely placed in you? Today's podcast will challenge you to do just that! Susannah and David Ash, from Jackson, Mississippi, share their story of how God called them to take a leap of faith and live life with their family of seven in an RV camper. This unique journey, told from a couple's perspective, is about family togetherness and adventure, but, most importantly, it is about serving those around you and asking God what He has in store for you as a servant in His Kingdom. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: * The dreams and aspirations you have inside you have been placed there purposefully by God. * You were not created to wander through life - you were created for a purpose. * When you live life with a servant's heart, it will come back to you two-fold ON PATREON TODAY! After Susannah and David shared their story, there were many questions asked at the life gathering. Listen in to this unedited Q+A session and get a feel for what a life gathering is like as Susannah and David talk about the challenges of living life in an RV, how people thought they were crazy, how their kids have adjusted, and much more JOIN HERE Need a Summer Bible Study? Check out When God Shows Up - Stories of FREEDOM Follow along with David and Susannah on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/our_wandering_canvas