When Leah Cox from our Jackson community asked the Lord to close some doors, He instead “opened them all—and every window.”    Leah’s story of living out the gospel is one of steady provision and greater purposes. As she kept in continual communication with the Lord during her kidney transplant journey, He regularly confirmed her steps.    Leah will remind you to say yes to God—your life is not your own.  In this episode, you will learn: – Be on the lookout for the seeds God...

We are never more near to our Savior than when we are suffering. In that way, we are able to thank Him for it—even when the suffering is unimaginable.    For EA Montgomery, of our Homewood community, a lifetime of loss has given way to an eternal mindset, and grace upon grace has given way to gratitude.    Following the unexpected passing of her two-year-old daughter, EA shares a raw and honest account of what it’s like to journey from the pits of despair to a place of joy and...

The path to His promises is never predictable. But for Amanda Myers, of our Jackson community, what felt like a detour proved to be the way.   Amanda shares about her precious, ongoing relationship with Guatemala and its people. In making sense of the Lord's work, He changed her mind as much as He changed her plans.   In this episode, you will learn:   - His ways are bigger, better, and beautiful—and often very different from ours.   - We are called to faithfully follow God...

Our great God goes to great lengths to love us and redeem us. Still, He works in seemingly small ways, too. For Lauren, He did both.   Lauren shares a detail-rich story that proves the Lord is always gracious, always near, and always working. Listen and learn how an unplanned pregnancy, accompanied with fear and shame, were met with grace and goodness at every turn.   You won’t believe the powerful affirmations the Lord brought about in Lauren’s life!   In this episode, you will...

  Have you ever found yourself saying “I got this” to God?   Erin Yost, from our Homewood community, spent years striving for physical and spiritual perfection, living out a false-gospel narrative that told her everything was up to her. Eventually, she found herself completely broken and in the grips of a full-fledged eating disorder.   Through moment-by-moment surrender, persistent prayer, and running to Him for help, Erin shares how she found rescue, recovery, and freedom in...

Verse: "And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or fields, for my name's sake, will receive a hundredfold, and will inherit eternal life." (Matthew 19:29)   Sajeda Wilson lived decades before opening a Bible. Yet, even from birth, the Lord prepared and pursued her heart in beautiful and surprising ways.   Sajeda, a former devout Muslim who shared in our Vestavia community, led a works-based lifestyle that eventually left her lacking—and...

**Disclaimer:  Please listen with caution and away from little ears as this story is about suicide and abuse.**   Verse: Psalm 77:11 I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.   Have you ever felt like everything is falling apart around you? Take heart from our Fairhope storyteller Tami Lindsey: “God will recycle your pain for His purpose.”   Tami shares how the Lord’s presence got her through years of trauma and tragedy. She will...

Jayne Burns’s turning point in life came with her world turning upside down. Ripped from her comfort zone (her words) over her son’s multiple health challenges, Jayne tells of bending to the will of God, no matter the outcome.   From our Montgomery community, Jayne's account of living in our fallen world is raw and honest. Listen, and you’ll find that the Lord speaks audibly to His hurting people, loves them deeply, and always knows what’s best.   In this episode, you will learn:   ...

When we journey through a valley of loss and grief, we often emerge asking, "What now, God?" April Gonzales wondered the same after losing her husband of 21 years. But as she leaned in ever closer for His answer, He sweetly responded.   Listen and learn how April, from our Trussville community, experienced God recentered in her life as Father, friend and guide. Perhaps you'll proclaim as April now does: never say never with God.  In this episode, you will learn: If and when you...

When we face the death of our desires—or even death itself—what then? Where now?   Julie Cochran, of our Vestavia community, shows us that in seasons of suffering and surrender, praise can persist.   Following the unexpected loss of her infant daughter, Julie's mindset transformed as she focused on the Word, the Father, and his faithfulness. In this episode, you will learn: A mind renewed by the Word relies on hope and withstands hurt. We name our hard stories "good" when...

Even those who belong to Christ can find themselves hard at work on the hunt for happiness. Becca Smith, of our Memphis community, brings a relatable story of relying on self for success and meaning. But when Becca experienced a life-altering fall, the Lord literally and physically brought her low. In her year of healing, she put aside performance when the true object of her faith came into focus.   In this episode, you will learn: The Lord uses suffering to grow our faith and...

Hebrews 11:1: “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see."   For Erin Hamby, of our Homewood community, desperate times didn't call for desperate measures. Instead, the call came from the Lord—who personally spoke promises to Erin during a dangerous pregnancy. Erin's story traces the sweet transition from head knowledge to heart knowledge. Listen and you will witness the Lord strengthening Erin's faith in amazing and surprising ways. In this...

    Today’s podcast is a beautiful reminder that no matter what you are going through, God always goes before you. Elizabeth Ann Howell, from our Jackson, Mississippi community, shares her story of God’s sovereignty and provision before, during, and after a life or death situation with her husband. In her story, you will see how God always “works upstream” and consistently prepares you for what lies ahead in this journey of life.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: There is...

Choosing God Over Circumstances: Diane Bryson’s story:: [Episode 260]   Today’s podcast is an incredible reminder that God can take the ugliest of life circumstances and do immeasurably more than you could ask or imagine.    Diane Bryson, from our Auburn/Opelika community group, shares her journey of radically trusting God through a season of severe health challenges and devastating heartbreak. This incredible story will help you see the goodness of the Lord and the power He has to...

Happy Valentine’s Day!   To celebrate this day of love, we are bringing you a special podcast on the power of community in your life.   Shannon and Aaron Eissler, from our community group in Tupelo, Mississippi, share their journey of finding each other, the highs and lows of their first few years of marriage, and the role their community of believers has played and continues to play in their lives.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:  Your past serves your purpose. Your...

Does the Lord's timeline ever seem to stretch on and on? Gail Alverson of our Memphis community, reminds us not to give up. With decades of dedication in the face of fear, Gail endured a tumultuous marriage to an angry and unbelieving spouse. Her story will teach you that even when the Lord does not immediately shift our circumstances, he still works to change us and those around us.    In this episode, you will learn: The Lord's timing can be trusted, even when his work spans many...

    In 2024, we are launching an extra episode each month called “First Monday Freebie,” and we are excited to kick things off with today’s podcast!  We all know February symbolizes a month of love, and what better way to start the month off than by reminding ourselves of the ultimate love Christ has for us?   Today’s freebie features Jeramy Meredith, from our community group in Fairhope, Alabama, who shares her journey from heartbreak to hope to healing to redemption. Her story...

24-year-old Lauren Bell, from our Homewood, Alabama community, shares her journey of living with caudal regression, a rare form of spina bifida, and how God gave her the freedom she so desperately wanted to walk in peace. Lauren will sweetly remind you that we are each made uniquely in the image of God, and we were each created to bring Him glory.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: God calls you to a life of freedom - one where you rest soundly in His plan for your life Every part...

Beth McCullen, from our community group in Oxford, Mississippi, shares her story of moving to a new city and questioning God as she watched her daughter go through a season of loneliness and depression. Beth ultimately shares how God faithfully brought both her and her daughter to a place of comfort, hope, and purpose.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:   We overcome the enemy by the blood of the lamb and the word of our testimony. Rev 12:11 If you are a believer you HAVE a...

On today’s podcast, Toma Ford Knight, from our Auburn/Opelika community, shares her wisdom and her heart as she recounts God’s faithfulness through the suffering and pain she has experienced in life. This is a story packed full of Scripture and layered with God’s truth… get ready to refocus your eyes and live for eternity!   IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: God will always comfort you IN your time of need. Memorize Scripture! God’s Word never returns void (Isaiah 55:11). When bad...

Sometimes, the path God calls you on is full of twists and turns.   Allison Holt, from our Trussville, Alabama, community group, shares her journey of being a professional dancer and how God called her to an entirely different direction. Her story will challenge you to trust in God’s timing in ALL aspects of your life because His best is always your best.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: Until you find Jesus, you will always chase something to fulfill you. Obedience to...

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28   Happy 2024!   We hope you have enjoyed a wonderful holiday season with your family and friends and are transitioning into the new year with great expectations of what God has in store for you! Today’s podcast is the perfect story to reset your mind and focus your eyes on Jesus and the rest He is continually extending to you.   Courtney DeFeo, from Dallas, Texas, and host of the “Pardon...

In this repost originally aired on 9/7/22, ESPN sports reporter, Lauren Sisler, shares how God carried her through the tragic loss of both her parents, and how he taught her to embrace her story and unlock the shackles of shame she had been carrying for years.   Register for the Discover Your Story workshop with Robyn!   Give to StoryTellers Live   Become a Patreon Insider   Become a Monthly Ministry Partner  

We are five days away from the celebration of Jesus’ birth! From the team at StoryTellers Live, we pray blessings over you during this season and wish you a very Merry Christmas! Today’s podcast is a great reminder of the sovereignty of God’s plan and purpose for your life.   Kristen Caudle, from our Vestavia community, shares her journey of delivering four babies as a balanced translocation carrier (a rearrangement of chromosomes in her body) and how this affected each one of her...