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Working at the White House | 2:38

Page worked at the White House for over six years. When she left, she realized how much the all-consuming busyness and pressure of her job impacted her relationship with God. Listen as she describes what happened when she found a church, mentor, and community group that loved her for who she was and led her back to the Word. This story can also be found in the “Living Life Together” Bible Study featuring Shauna Niequist.

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Anxiety in Friendships | 3:32

In high school, Jennifer walked through a damaging friendship. She ended up fearing social interactions and meeting new people because of the pain from her past. Through the guidance of a mentor, Jennifer realized her fear influenced her human relationships and her relationship with God. This real-life story was originally featured in Fear and Faith with Trillia Newbell. 

God is Consistent | 2:50

Cheryl sought out New Age religions, but could never find fulfillment. She experienced physical and emotional abuse from her ex-husband before asking her car mechanic where he went to church. When she started attending his church and reading the Bible, she experienced the love of God and the peace she had been searching for. This story can also be found in the “Perfect Love” Bible Study featuring Lisa Harper.

True Love | 3:12

When Christian and her boyfriend broke up, she felt undeserving of love. In her hurt, she she started partying and dating a married man. Listen to the amazing way God met Christian in her darkest moment and opened her eyes to true love and grace. This story can also be found in the “Perfect Love” Bible study featuring Lisa Harper.

Teaching for Authentic Change | 3:39

Candice entered teaching as an unbeliever with a plan to change every one of her students for the better. She realized in her first year that goal would not easily happen. When Christ grabbed her with the gospel, it changed her whole perspective on teaching, and then she saw great results for Jesus' name.

The Emptiness of Achievement | 3:27

Lindsey grew up in a high-pressure home. Her parents held her to impossible standards that affected her into adulthood. She fell into deep stress until God intervened in her life. Lindsey's story originally appeared in Keeping Place with Jen Pollock Michel.

What Do They Think? | 2:24

Lori married her husband soon after college. Unlike her friends who married their college boyfriends, Lori met her husband online. She fears what her friends think of her spouse and she worries that he doesn't desire community with them. This real-life story was originally featured in Fear and Faith with Trillia Newbell.

A History Teacher’s Lesson in the Gospel | 3:31

As a teacher, Antonea hoped to share Jesus’ love with her students, but hostility in the school threatened to squash that hope. But by building relationships with her students over time, Antonea has earned the right to speak hope into their lives. This true story appeared first in the series “Thriving in Babylon,” which features Larry Osborne. 

Making Time to Abide | 2:59

Alison is a stay-at-home mom of three small children. When she struggles to make time for the Lord, it leaves her feeling empty and impatient with family and friends. Listen as she shares how her husband and community group point her to Christ. This story can also be found in the “Living Life Together” Bible Study featuring Shauna Niequist.

Forgiveness and Trust | 4:04

Keeli and her husband struggled to communicate and connect when she worked days and he worked nights. Days before their divorce, God graciously intervened. Listen to Keeli share how the Lord moved in their hearts to save their marriage. This story can also be found in the Living Life Together Bible Study featuring Shauna Niequist.

Paralyzed by Perfection | 3:00

Kelli was anxious and depressed trying to look perfect until a friend opened the door for honest conversation. When Kelli shared her struggles and saw that she was loved and accepted for who she was, she experienced deeper friendships and a deeper understanding of grace. This story can also be found in the “Living Life Together” Bible Study featuring Shauna Niequist.