Encouragement

On this episode of Jesus Listens: Stories of Faith, we’re talking to two co-pastors whose lives intersected in a way that would have a life-saving impact. Walter Hooker and Andy Kaup pastor at Bellevue Christian Center in Bellevue, Nebraska. After struggling with health issues and praying for a resolution, Walter's pleas to God for an organ donor were answered through his own friend and co-pastor Andy. Listen to this amazing testimony to the power of prayer and how God divinely orchestrates circumstances in our lives for good. 

Medical doctor, former Miss World, and coach Rolene Strauss shares how she struggled personally and professionally with comparison and self-confidence. She tells viewers, “God places certain situations in your life to enable you to use the opportunities to learn to grow, but also to help others and to inspire others.”

Author, podcaster, and self-proclaimed “fun expert” Annie F. Downs shares how it is fun to be Christian when you tap into God’s joy.

Singer/songwriter Matthew West shares how God's plans are still at work within us evening during our most disappointing moments.

Physician and author Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith shares some tips on how we can recharge despite our busy lifestyles.

Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott share that we have to work on ourselves in order to improve our lives and relationships.

Hip-hop artist and influencer Lecrae shares the blessings he’s witnessed now that “faith has become the lens that I'm seeing things through.”

At 15 Lauren Alaina was competing on “American Idol”— and subject to harsh comments on social media. She shares how she learned to love herself, and how her family and faith carried her to a better place. She hopes to help other young women avoid this trauma.

Star of stage and screen Kristin Chenoweth shares how faith and family have been her solid foundation throughout her life, and why she’s determined to help young performers coming behind her.