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A Different Kind of Prayer | 1:55

Jonathan is friends with several Muslims at school. Jonathan intentionally sat with these friends at lunch. One day, Jonathan began praying out loud over his food before he ate. When he finished, he realized that his friends had all stopped what they were doing to listen. Jonathan and his friends were able to talk about why Christians pray. This story can also be found in Prayer featuring Francis Chan. 

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Disciple-making Prayer | 1:58

Kenny and some others in his Christian club at school decided they would go on a prayer walk through the halls, seeking to minister to students through prayer. Kenny, a relatively new Christ-follower, was nervous about what other students would think because they knew who he was before Christ. Prayer not only gave him boldness to go on the prayer walk, but through prayer he was able to minister to another student in the hall. This story can also be found in Prayer featuring Francis Chan. 

Waiting for Healing | 1:48

Chelsey developed a life-threatening disease. She used to become frustrated when people would tell her that they were praying for her, upset that God had allowed her to become sick. However, through encouragement from others, she’s realized that she’s already received spiritual healing in Christ, and believes that the Lord is able to heal her. This story can also be found in Prayer featuring Francis Chan. 

Unanswered Prayer | 2:22

Garrick’s dad had cancer. Garrick prayed fervently that God would heal him, but his dad died. Garrick was crushed, angry at God, feeling as though prayer was useless. Garrick reconnected with God through youth group, he prayed to God and for the first time, he felt as though God really heard Him. This story can also be found in Prayer featuring Francis Chan. 

Mission Trip Miracle | 2:34

Tanner was raising funds for a mission trip when a team member died. Everyone on the team was discouraged, wondering if they should even go on the trip, all this on top of a significant amount of money they still needed to raise for the trip. The team sought God’s direction, and the funds came in. Tanner’s life was changed from his experience on the trip. This story can also be found in Prayer featuring Francis Chan. 

Repentant Heart | 1:42

Melody had been engaging in oral sex with her boyfriend. She heard a message and was convicted of her sin. She repented, and found not only forgiveness, but guidance about her relationship through prayer. This story can also be found in Prayer featuring Francis Chan. 

Prayer and Sovereignty | 1:44

Tyler’s father was an elder in his church, faithfully serving the Lord. Sadly, his father got cancer. Tyler prayed for God to heal his dad, who did get better, only to end up getting cancer again. Tyler was distraught, not seeing the purpose of praying if God already knows everything. Tyler has not prayed for the last two years since his father became sick again. This story can also be found in Prayer featuring Francis Chan. 

A Father Who Is There | 2:09

Olivia felt alone and abandoned after her dad left. Deep depression led Olivia to cut herself. One day, a friend invited Olivia to church to see her get baptized. In the church, Olivia noticed all these people that had a real relationship with God, and she realized she wanted that too. She connected with God through prayer, recognizing that he is always there—that she is never alone. This story can also be found in Prayer featuring Francis Chan. 

Faith at School | 3:28

Zachary was a Christian, but he really wasn't doing anything to make his faith real. After he began to read his Bible and pray daily, he grew closer to the Lord. When he started bringing his Bible to school, he got the opportunity to share his faith with classmates. This story is from "Awaken" Youth Bible study, featuring D.A. Horton.

Service and the Gospel | 2:53

A wildfire devastated Isaac's town. Many of his friends lost their homes. In the wake of the fire, Isaac found ways to serve his community. Through his service, he gained a new understanding of his faith and what it means to follow Christ. This real-life story is from "Awaken" youth Bible study, featuring D.A. Horton.

On Mission at School | 2:18

Miranda was challenged by her pastor to read her Bible at school. This simple act opened doors for her to share her faith with her classmates. Miranda's story shows how God uses simple acts of obedience to open doors for the gospel. This story was featured in Life on Mission with David Platt and DA Horton.