Today's episode of Wow God Stories shows how God steps in at just the right time. These three Christmas stories will remind you that He can work in ways you never expected. You'll hear how...

Dallas Jenkins tells the story of making The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Sonja Anderson shares her family's deep roots in faith, Christmas, and Swedish tradition
And Megan Nilsen prayed about adoption, and God confirmed their kids on the very same day

Here's a verse that reminded me of today's theme: Isaiah 7:14 "Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call His name Immanuel."

Sonja's book: https://sonjaandersonbooks.com/about-sonja/

Shoes might feel like a small thing, but God can use them to bring hope where it's needed most. On today's episode of Wow God Stories, you'll hear how...

A special moment in Shawn Spurrier's life led many people to put their faith in Jesus.
Jack Eason was on a mission trip when a miraculous healing taught him a needed lesson.
Jill Mikkelson needed shoes, and her father showed up in a beautiful way.
Jack Eason's daughter generously gave her shoes to a girl living in a garbage dump.
A village united around ministry, leading to the impact of Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls.

Here's a verse that reminded me of this episode: "Then he said, 'Do not come near; take your sandals off your feet, for the place on which you are standing is holy ground.'" Exodus 3:5

Shawn Spurrier's shoe ministry: https://www.buckner.org/shoes/

Experience the heart of Thanksgiving through real stories of hospitality, family, gathering, and God's presence. Lindsey Capperrune (today's guest host from WBGL and KTIS) celebrates the beauty of welcoming others, sharing meals, and creating traditions that bring people together.

On today's episode of Wow God Stories, you'll hear how…

• A homeless man named Ron experienced love and joy at a family's Thanksgiving.
• Lindsey's small home became a place of communion.
• And Sarah discovered her gift of gathering people, making hospitality her mission.

Today's theme reminded me of this verse: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 — "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

When everything is going wrong, why should I be thankful? On today's episode of Wow God Stories, hear how God's people can give thanks even in the most difficult circumstances. You'll hear how…

• Debbie Simmons is thankful for a leg injury that uncovered deeper health issues.
• Ann Sorenson was thankful for many chances to say goodbye to her dad.
• God supernaturally spoke to Melissa Milbourn's son to give her a message of thankfulness.
• God prompted Suzie Brown to be thankful even in the middle of tragedy.

Suzie's full story on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3yDbHl8mj1xlnpMOxyP31s

Suzie's full story on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-story-partners-podcast/id1654557511?i=1000588120434

Ephesians 5:20 reminded me of today's theme: "And give thanks for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ."

Debbie's FREE book! This is a rare opportunity that I'm thrilled to share with you. Personally, I like free things.

Here it is: https://theheartoflegacy.com/

What really happens when people die? Some see light, some see darkness, but many come back changed. On today's episode of Wow God Stories, you'll hear how...

Santosh, a Hindu man, saw God in Heaven during a near-death experience.

At 16, Jewish-born Heidi Barr nearly died in a horseback accident and encountered God in a vivid near-death experience.

Swatik, a Rwandan man, went to a dark place during a near-death experience but was rescued by Jesus.

Kyle Hubbard went to hell in a near-death experience and was brought deeper and deeper before something miraculous happened.

To hear the rest of Kyle's story, click either of the links below and jump to the 31-minute mark.

Kyle's story on Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s2-e1-to-hell-and-back/id1654557511?i=1000641292411&l=fr-CA

Kyle's story on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6znHcPxLdTUHddDB9DWvws?go=1&sp_cid=708afa1dc0fd0264f997ea0338158d15&t=98472&utm_medium=desktop&utm_source=chatgpt.com&nd=1&dlsi=7a29d0e712094695

Here's a verse that reminded me of today's theme:
Acts 7:55 "But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, gazed steadily into heaven and saw the glory of God, and he saw Jesus standing in the place of honor at God's right hand."

Heidi's book: https://www.amazon.com/What-Saw-Heaven-Incredible-Returned/dp/1540904121?utm_source=chatgpt.com
John Burke's podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@JohnBurkeImagineHeaven

Even when we have questions, God is still there. Faith isn't guessing, it's trusting the God who shows us what's true.

On today's episode of Wow God Stories, Alisa Childers shares how God rebuilt her faith through apologetics after a season of doubt. Rapper and defender of the faith KB tells how he miraculously survived being hit by a car and later met Jesus in the heart of the city. And after years of searching, Jason Hanson describes how his pursuit of truth led him back to Christ, confirmed by a miraculous dove.

2 Corinthians 10:5 We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ.

Alisa's website: https://alisachilders.com/
KB's website: https://whoiskb.com/about/

When doubt feels overwhelming, there are real answers. This episode explores why faith in Jesus is reasonable and grounded in history, logic, and real life change. If you are searching for truth, this will help you see that God is real.

An atheist detective ( J. Warner Wallace) investigated the Gospels, found them true, and decided to follow Jesus. He's now an apologetics author!

Dr. Tanya Paynter's doubt was supernaturally turned into faith, and God provided the money she needed to pursue apologetics.

Justin Brierley questioned his faith, explored evidence, and became convinced Christianity is true.

Jeff Myers found the answers he was looking for.

Acts 17:2 As was Paul's custom, he went to the synagogue service, and for three Sabbaths in a row he used the Scriptures to reason with the people.

J. Warner Wallace's site: https://coldcasechristianity.com/books-by-j-warner-wallace/

Tanya Paynter's site: https://www.psalmmedical.com/about-us-page

Justin Brierly's site: https://justinbrierley.com/

In this episode of Wow God Stories, you'll travel across Africa—through Sierra Leone, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Rwanda—to witness how God shows up in impossible situations. You'll hear how He protected a family during civil war, healed a dying man in Ethiopia, rescued a forgotten baby in Uganda, and reunited an orphan with her mother after the Rwandan genocide. These true stories of faith, persecution, and miracles will remind you that no matter where you are or what you face, God is near, working redemption even in the darkest places.

Anita's dad miraculously survived two deadly encounters with terrorists.

Alemu miraculously received an elementary education, which set him up for God's calling.

Alemu was miraculously cured of cancer.

Tarn was given divine protection in a scary place, and divine knowledge of a baby that needed help.

Kerry got to witness God reunite a young woman with her home and family.

Philippians 3:20 But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Kerry's website: https://kerryhasenbalg.com/

Alemu's website: https://www.goglory.org/about-us

Tarn's website: https://www.tarncross.com/