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Your Biggest Breakthrough

Your Biggest Breakthrough

People have learned from other people’s stories since the beginning of time. Stories stir the soul. Stories reveal. Stories heal. Why? Because hearing someone’s story allows the listener to see how that person overcame their challenge. Everyone loves to see the victorious outcome from an underdog position and how one elevated to their “next level” in life. In this podcast…Wendie and Todd will give you an inside look at someone who has had a personal or professional breakthrough that changed the course of their life, ultimately changing the course of those around them. Real people, real stories with real breakthroughs. Each episode will give you truth, tools, and tangible takeaways that will inspire, equip, and entertain you along your own life journey. Lean in. Listen well. This could be Your Biggest Breakthrough!

Episodes

  • Episode 136: Surrendering to God for Healing and Transformation with Nancy Willette Episode 136: Surrendering to God for Healing and Transformation with Nancy Willette Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 136: Surrendering to God for Healing and Transformation with Nancy Willette

    In this episode, our guest, Nancy Willette shares her journey of faith and transformation, from living a structured life to finding her true passion in the outdoors. She opens up about her struggles with alcohol and the moment of despair that led her to seek God's help. Through divine intervention, Nancy encounters a man in need of hope and redemption, and together they experience the power of God's love and obedience. This story highlights the importance of being open to God's leading and the …

  • Episode 135: Preston and Holly Todd's Faith Journey and Mission to End Slavery with Matthew 10 International Episode 135: Preston and Holly Todd's Faith Journey and Mission to End Slavery with Matthew 10 International Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 135: Preston and Holly Todd's Faith Journey and Mission to End Slavery with Matthew 10 International

    In today's episode, we have a captivating conversation with Preston and Holly Todd, a couple whose journey is a testament to the transformative power of faith. Join us as Preston and Holly share their personal stories of conversion, love, and purpose. From encountering Jesus in supernatural ways to stepping out of their comfort zones and into the mission field, their experiences are both awe-inspiring and deeply moving. We delve into their involvement with the Matthew 10 ministry, where they …

  • Episode 134: Compassionate Caregiving: Lessons Learned from Caring for Carol Episode 134: Compassionate Caregiving: Lessons Learned from Caring for Carol Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 134: Compassionate Caregiving: Lessons Learned from Caring for Carol

    In this episode of our podcast, we open up about the emotional and challenging journey we've been on while caring for Todd's mother, Carol, who is fighting a tough battle with aggressive bone cancer. We explore the complexities we've faced while navigating the healthcare system, the importance of being advocates in elder care, and the deep, life-changing lessons we've learned about compassion, love, and the honor it is to serve the elderly. Our conversation is a sincere reflection on the …

  • Episode 133: Forgiving the Unforgivable: Pastor Mark Sowersby's Testimony Episode 133: Forgiving the Unforgivable: Pastor Mark Sowersby's Testimony Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 133: Forgiving the Unforgivable: Pastor Mark Sowersby's Testimony

    We all go through moments where forgiving someone is really hard. But in this podcast episode, you'll hear a different perspective on forgiveness. Our guest, Pastor Mark Sowersby, bravely talks about his tough childhood marked by abuse and how he struggled to forgive and heal. He talks about how abuse affects the mind and how there wasn't much support or awareness back then. Pastor Mark also shares how he found faith and a supportive community, and how forgiveness changed his life. He opens …

  • Episode 132: Finding Strength in the Face of Adversity: A Story of Resilience with Michele Arnoldy Episode 132: Finding Strength in the Face of Adversity: A Story of Resilience with Michele Arnoldy Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 132: Finding Strength in the Face of Adversity: A Story of Resilience with Michele Arnoldy

    In this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Michele Arnoldy, a woman who has experienced incredible breakthroughs in her life. Michele shares her personal journey of navigating through the challenges of her husband's mental illness and PTSD, ultimately leading to his tragic death by suicide. Michele's story is a powerful testament to the strength and resilience that can be found in leaning on God during the darkest times. Despite the heartbreak and pain, Michele's faith in Jesus …

  • Episode 131: The Power of Prayer: A Conversation with Pray.com Co-Founder Matt Potter Episode 131: The Power of Prayer: A Conversation with Pray.com Co-Founder Matt Potter Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 131: The Power of Prayer: A Conversation with Pray.com Co-Founder Matt Potter

    In this conversation, Matt Potter, co-founder of Pray.com, shares his journey of faith and how it led him to create the popular prayer app. He emphasizes the importance of prayer and the ease of having a personal relationship with God. Matt also discusses the features and benefits of Pray.com, including daily devotionals, biblical sagas, and a community feed for prayer requests. He highlights the impact of the app on people's lives, including stories of how it has helped individuals in …

  • Episode 130: The 10 Commandments of Cash Flow Investing: Achieving Financial Freedom with Justin Donald Episode 130: The 10 Commandments of Cash Flow Investing: Achieving Financial Freedom with Justin Donald Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 130: The 10 Commandments of Cash Flow Investing: Achieving Financial Freedom with Justin Donald

    On today's episode, we have Justin Donald, the founder of The Lifestyle Investor and known as the "Warren Buffett of lifestyle investing." Justin shares his personal journey of breaking free from financial constraints and achieving financial freedom through low-risk cash flow investing. With his straightforward investment system and 10 commandments of lifestyle investing, Justin negotiated deals with over 200 companies, generating sufficient passive income to leave his job within 21 months. …

  • Episode 129: Overcoming Loneliness: A Deep Dive into its Impact and Practical Solutions Episode 129: Overcoming Loneliness: A Deep Dive into its Impact and Practical Solutions Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 129: Overcoming Loneliness: A Deep Dive into its Impact and Practical Solutions

    **Summary** This podcast episode explores the topic of loneliness and its impact on individuals' well-being. Todd and Wendie discuss the prevalence of chronic loneliness and its designation as an epidemic by the Surgeon General. They share personal experiences with loneliness and highlight the emotional, spiritual, and physiological consequences it can have. The importance of community and reaching out to those who are lonely is emphasized, along with practical steps to combat loneliness. …

  • Episode 128: "The Boy You Didn't Want Your Daughter Around" Becomes the Inspiration Behind a Media Business Devoted to Overcoming Addiction with Pastor Chuck Reich Episode 128: "The Boy You Didn't Want Your Daughter Around" Becomes the Inspiration Behind a Media Business Devoted to Overcoming Addiction with Pastor Chuck Reich Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 128: "The Boy You Didn't Want Your Daughter Around" Becomes the Inspiration Behind a Media Business Devoted to Overcoming Addiction with Pastor Chuck Reich

    Chuck Reich's life was once a turbulent whirlwind of drugs and reckless abandon, a life marred by the never-ending call of temptation: "the boy you didn't want your daughter to be around" in his words. But then Chuck encountered Jesus and his life transformed. Chuck left behind the shadows of his past and embarked on a spiritual journey that led him to become a pastor, offering guidance and hope to those grappling with similar struggles he once faced. Today, he is the driving force behind …

  • Episode 127: A Real Life Superhero Going Out on Faith to Reach the Truly Needy featuring Shane O'Rourke Episode 127: A Real Life Superhero Going Out on Faith to Reach the Truly Needy featuring Shane O'Rourke Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 127: A Real Life Superhero Going Out on Faith to Reach the Truly Needy featuring Shane O'Rourke

    What do you think of when you hear the term "superhero"? Maybe a muscular man or woman donning a cape, flying through the night sky to foil the plans of evildoers who wish harm upon the human race. While those make for good comic books and movies, the truth is that real heroes don't appear to be anything special, but have an inward fire to make an impact that far exceeds what their earthly powers may appear to be able to make. Shane O'Rourke is one of these people, and we were thrilled to …

  • BONUS: From Spines to Salvation – The Incredible Journey of Dr. Pete Sulack BONUS: From Spines to Salvation – The Incredible Journey of Dr. Pete Sulack Play in Edifi Player

    BONUS: From Spines to Salvation – The Incredible Journey of Dr. Pete Sulack

    Welcome to another riveting episode of Your Biggest Breakthrough! Today, we're joined by a unique individual whose profession and passion beautifully intertwine – Dr. Pete Sulack. While many know him as a talented chiropractor who's touched countless lives with his healing hands, there's an even deeper story to be uncovered. Journey with us as we delve into how Dr. Sulack transitioned from adjusting spines to adjusting lives through the power of the cross of Christ. In places like Ghana and …

  • Episode 126: Overcoming a Seeming Death Sentence to Discover a Hidden Heavenly Fire with Tahni Cullen Episode 126: Overcoming a Seeming Death Sentence to Discover a Hidden Heavenly Fire with Tahni Cullen Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 126: Overcoming a Seeming Death Sentence to Discover a Hidden Heavenly Fire with Tahni Cullen

    In the spirit of overcoming tremendous adversity, as we discussed in our previous episode with Mark Black, we introduce to you today Tahni Cullen. Tahni was blessed with a beautiful baby, who was named Josiah, "Fire of God." However, within just a couple of years, it was evident that Josiah was a bit different. He was sadly diagnosed with autism, leaving Tahni and her husband devastated. Yet, rather than wallow in self-pity, Tahni and her husband chose to seek the best care for Josiah, which …

  • Episode 125: How Mark Black Overcame a Death Sentence and Now Runs Marathons With a Transplanted Heart and Lungs! Episode 125: How Mark Black Overcame a Death Sentence and Now Runs Marathons With a Transplanted Heart and Lungs! Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 125: How Mark Black Overcame a Death Sentence and Now Runs Marathons With a Transplanted Heart and Lungs!

    "Transform adversity into your competitive advantage." A phrase perhaps heard in any number of motivational talks you've attended, or hard lessons when "life happens" in its many forms and fashions. Our guest today, Mark Black, has experienced adversity we've never encountered before on this show - and that's saying a lot! For you see, Mark was essentially given a death sentence at the age of 23 when he was told he had congestive heart failure and lung failure. And he needed a transplant of …

  • Episode 124: Summit Connections: Scaling Society's Mountains with Chad Hawley Episode 124: Summit Connections: Scaling Society's Mountains with Chad Hawley Play in Edifi Player

    Episode 124: Summit Connections: Scaling Society's Mountains with Chad Hawley

    Introducing Chad Hawley, the ingenious founder behind the Nexus Mountain Network—a platform built to conquer the formidable "mountains" of government, religion, education, arts & entertainment, family, business, and media. Inspired by a life-changing medical diagnosis, Chad embarked on his mission to foster meaningful discussions across society's pillars. With an unshakable belief in the power of collective action, Chad sought to intertwine the complexities of human existence within the …