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Compelled

Compelled

Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming the lives of Christians around the world.

These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened!

More at CompelledPodcast.com.

Episodes

  • #76 Addicted to Porn. Freed by Christ. - Cortney Bruketta #76 Addicted to Porn. Freed by Christ. - Cortney Bruketta Play in Edifi Player

    #76 Addicted to Porn. Freed by Christ. - Cortney Bruketta

    Cortney Bruketta felt trapped in a web of addiction and secrecy. She wrestled daily with pornography and the guilt of living a double life. And no matter where she turned, she couldn't find a way out. Could anyone, set her free? Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/cortney-bruketta ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world. These Christian testimonies are raw, …

  • SURPRISE! Listen to "#76 Addicted to Porn, Freed by Christ" a week early! SURPRISE! Listen to "#76 Addicted to Porn, Freed by Christ" a week early! Play in Edifi Player

    SURPRISE! Listen to "#76 Addicted to Porn, Freed by Christ" a week early!

    SURPRISE! We're releasing our next episode of Compelled an entire week early, available right now on The Girl Defined Show! Synopsis: Cortney Bruketta felt trapped in a web of addiction and secrecy. She wrestled daily with pornography and the guilt of living a double life. And no matter where she turned, she couldn't find a way out. Could anyone set her free? Listen to the full episode right now by searching on your podcast app for "The Girl Defined Show", or by using one of the links below: …

  • #75 I Died in Iraq - Jerry Dugan #75 I Died in Iraq - Jerry Dugan Play in Edifi Player

    #75 I Died in Iraq - Jerry Dugan

    Jerry Dugan’s life was a clash between spiritual curiousity, complete ambivolence, and intellectual skepticism. But, when he faced the prospect of dying on a battlefield in Iraq, he found an unexpected answer to the prayer he never thought he would pray. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/jerry-dugan ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world. These Christian …

  • #74 Who Would Help a Cursed Family? - James Omondi #74 Who Would Help a Cursed Family? - James Omondi Play in Edifi Player

    #74 Who Would Help a Cursed Family? - James Omondi

    James Omondi grew up in total poverty in a small village in Kenya. His village viewed illness and misfortune through a lens of fear and mysticism which left James and his family labeled as cursed. His childhood was shrouded with judgment, rejection, and isolation. But when all hope seemed lost, God intervened. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/james-omondi ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is …

  • #73 A Love Story - Frank & Annette Loria #73 A Love Story - Frank & Annette Loria Play in Edifi Player

    #73 A Love Story - Frank & Annette Loria

    Frank Loria was a self-righteous "good guy" who thought he could earn God's favor by following the rules. Annette, on the other hand, barely stopped to think if God had rules at all, and instead indulged in whatever she felt like. Both of them had defined God to be whoever they thought He was… but they’d soon find out that He was entirely different. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/frank-annette-loria ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive …

  • #72 “If You’re Real God, Prove It!” - Hayden Jernigan #72 “If You’re Real God, Prove It!” - Hayden Jernigan Play in Edifi Player

    #72 “If You’re Real God, Prove It!” - Hayden Jernigan

    Hayden Jernigan grew up in a home marked by chaos. Unsure of who loved him or who wanted him, Hayden pursued everything he thought would bring him happiness, including girls, alcohol, and drugs. Yet he was unaware that actually, his entire life, there was someOne, who was pursuing him. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/hayden-jernigan ++++++++++++ Compelled is a seasonal podcast using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians …

  • BEHIND THE SCENES: How Compelled Got Started BEHIND THE SCENES: How Compelled Got Started Play in Edifi Player

    BEHIND THE SCENES: How Compelled Got Started

    Join us for our first-ever behind-the-scenes episode with the Compelled team! Highlights: Paul and Sarah Hastings share their personal testimonies The story of how Compelled got started Listen to the Season 7 Premiere of Compelled on the Culture Proof podcast next Thursday, February 1st! (cultureproof.net) We've finished raising 68% of our 2024 Goal, with $16,000 remaining. If you'd like to donate towards our episodes for 2024 then visit compelledpodcast.com/donate Show notes: …

  • ENCORE: Transgender to Transformed - Laura Perry Smalts w/ Francine Perry ENCORE: Transgender to Transformed - Laura Perry Smalts w/ Francine Perry Play in Edifi Player

    ENCORE: Transgender to Transformed - Laura Perry Smalts w/ Francine Perry

    For years, Laura Perry rejected God and hated her own body. Laura thought she would find answers by transgendering herself into a “man”. She had numerous hormone injections and extensive surgeries, removing every female organ in her body. But after living as a transgender “man” for almost 10 years she encountered the love of Christ and was confronted with a difficult choice. Laura’s mother, Francine Perry, joins us as well to share her perspective throughout Laura's journey. Watch Laura's love …

  • #71 “Everyone Is Going to Die” - Ray Comfort (Living Waters) #71 “Everyone Is Going to Die” - Ray Comfort (Living Waters) Play in Edifi Player

    #71 “Everyone Is Going to Die” - Ray Comfort (Living Waters)

    As a young man in New Zealand, Ray Comfort had everything he could want: a thriving business, a beautiful wife, and a successful career in front of him. But when he recognized the brevity of life and the finality of death, he began to despair. Show notes @ https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/ray-comfort Don't forget our 3 action items! Join our live, end-of-year video call celebration on Monday, November 20th at 8pm Central. RSVP @ https://compelledpodcast.com/celebrate Help fund/create our …

  • #70 Keith Green’s Story with Melody Green #70 Keith Green’s Story with Melody Green Play in Edifi Player

    #70 Keith Green’s Story with Melody Green

    Melody Green was raised in the Jewish tradition, but during the 70s married a fiery young singer named Keith Green, who was exploring the teachings of Jesus, a Jewish Rabbi who appeared to have found the pathway to God. Alongside her husband, Melody embarked on a personal quest to live a life of sold-out devotion to this Messiah. But when God blessed their efforts and grew their ministry with meteoric speed, the unthinkable occurred, where Melody would have to trust the God she had found. Show …

  • #69 Hope for the un-Chosen - Steve & Susan Vinton #69 Hope for the un-Chosen - Steve & Susan Vinton Play in Edifi Player

    #69 Hope for the un-Chosen - Steve & Susan Vinton

    For the last 30 years, Steve and Susan have fulfilled a unique calling - serving as the hands and feet of Christ to rural communities in Africa. (names are used with permission) Show notes at https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes /steve-susan-vinton ++++++++++++ Compelled uses gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world. These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened! …

  • #68 A Firefighter’s Faith in the Flames - Cheyane Caldwell #68 A Firefighter’s Faith in the Flames - Cheyane Caldwell Play in Edifi Player

    #68 A Firefighter’s Faith in the Flames - Cheyane Caldwell

    Cheyane Caldwell was a young firefighter struggling with how to live for God while living in the world. When suddenly, while battling a roaring fire he fell through the roof into a raging inferno and immediately knew he was going to die. Show notes at https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/cheyane-caldwell ++++++++++++ Compelled uses gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming Christians around the world. These Christian testimonies are raw, true, and …

  • #67 A Chance Conversation - Jurgen & Shawn Beck #67 A Chance Conversation - Jurgen & Shawn Beck Play in Edifi Player

    #67 A Chance Conversation - Jurgen & Shawn Beck

    Jurgen and Shawn Beck’s individual journeys of faith were initially separated by an ocean. Yet God brought this couple together, from opposite sides of the world, to minister to those around them in ways they never would have dreamed of. Show notes at https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes/jurgen-shawn-beck ++++++++++++ Did you know that Compelled is listed in the list of top Christian testimony podcasts? Check it out! https://blog.feedspot.com/christian_testimony_podcasts/ Compelled uses …

  • ENCORE: 9/11 Survivor at the Pentagon - Brian Birdwell ENCORE: 9/11 Survivor at the Pentagon - Brian Birdwell Play in Edifi Player

    ENCORE: 9/11 Survivor at the Pentagon - Brian Birdwell

    Brian Birdwell was at the Pentagon on 9/11 when American Airlines flight 77 crashed just yards away from him, instantly engulfing his body in flames. Brian was faced with certain death but also with complete peace in knowing that his faith was already placed in a Savior. His story is raw, true, and filled with miracles. Show notes at https://compelledpodcast.com/episodes /encore-brian-birdwell 🎧 4 RECOMMENDED EPISODES: #42 Grief in Afghanistan: Testimony from a U.S. Special Ops Teammate - Jim …