Unshakable Hope Podcast

Amy Joob, author of Arise: From Grief and Flourish, shares her story of enduring what she calls “grief storms.” Just as she launched her ministry, she was devastated by the sudden loss of her father, followed closely by the loss of her church community. God guided her as she sought counsel and pursued healing through GriefShare. Amy faced another crushing blow when her brother died by suicide. She recounts how God met her through Scripture, prayer, and vivid moments of comfort, including rainbow reminders and visions of Jesus’ presence. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the power of God's Word, the study of God’s character, honest lament, prayer, and her LEAPS framework for moving forward in grief.

Verses: Psalm 20:7; Psalm 23; Psalm 27:13-14; Matthew 18:12; John 10:3, 27; Romans 8:18, 28, 38-39

00:00 Trust God No Matter What
03:57 Grief Storm Begins
09:02 Dad’s Final Advice
09:48 Attributes of God
11:08 Lion of Judah Rest
13:28 Church Hurt Healing
16:41 Brother’s Suicide Loss
19:07 Rainbow Comfort
22:57 Rock Bottom Vision
27:33 Trinity Sand Dollars
29:57 God's Unchanging Nature
31:18 Shepherd Finds the One
38:17 LEAPS Grief Framework

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Amy's book: Arise: From Grief and Flourish Again
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Dyann Shepard shares her faith journey from a chaotic childhood, through a failed marriage, and the loss of a wonderful husband of thirty-one years to Alzheimer’s. She describes humble God-inspired prayers that strengthened her when she was weary, mini-pity parties, and the daily renewals of lament and gratitude. A “spiritual fracking” lesson in repentance powerfully highlights the blessings of humility and surrender in our own faith journeys.

Verses: Psalm 27:13-14

00:00 Surrender Through Trauma
00:30 God is Near. His Promises are accessible.
01:56 Meet Diane Shepherd
03:29 Discovering a Bible
06:13 Control Shattered Marriage
10:18 Rick’s Decline into Alzheimer’s
15:24 Praying When Weary
19:47 Two Journals Lament and Thanks
21:58 Spiritual Fracking Lesson
30:11 Hope For Sinking Hearts
31:32 Final Moments With Rick

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Doreen Steenland, author and trauma-informed neuroscience coach, describes her childhood history of abuse, the self-protective patterns she learned, and how coming to Christ as a young adult started her journey to experiencing the power of God's love, transformation, and healing. We discover how brain science supports Romans 12:2 and how transformation happens through small "micro-shifts" rather than through striving. Doreen shares many examples to help us interrupt habits like negative looping or catastrophizing, so we can learn to transform our minds and experience God's healing love.

Verses: Romans 12:2; 2 Corinthians 10:5; Matthew 14:29-31
00:00 Cancer Waiting Room Choice
00:46 Podcast Welcome and Theme
01:22 Meet Doreen and Micro Shifts
03:34 Childhood Trauma and Masks
08:46 Renewing Mind with Neuroscience
11:36 Love Pathway vs Fear Pathway
14:12 Boundaries and Secure Attachment
18:30 From Head Knowledge to Withness
22:45 Practicing Presence Daily
25:48 Scare and Slowing Down
29:21 Receiving More from God
32:43 Stress Habits and Brain Sides
37:54 Healing Layers and Leaning In
39:40 Connect with Promised Land Living
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HowDo We Walk Through Suffering Without Giving Up On God?

Michelle Rahal, award-winning author and storyteller, strengthens our faith with modern-day stories of God’s miraculous care, healing, presence, and power. We’ll be drawing from her research and weekly newsletter, A Glimpse of Holy, as well as a few jaw-dropping stories from her own life. These God-stories will fill our hearts with a biblical view of the greatness and nearness of our holy God.
Verses referenced: Jeremiah 29:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Ephesians 3:20; Romans 8:28; Joel 2:25
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00:00 Miracle Healing Testimony
01:19 Meet Michelle Rahal
02:49 From Ritual to Relationship
04:21 Divorce and Bible Awakening
08:14 2014 Crisis and Stroke
10:20 Gratitude in Hard Times
12:02 Healed Brain Scan Surprise
12:55 Why Share God Stories
14:36 Glimpse of Holy Favorites
15:20 Barbara’s Prayer Rescue
19:50 Pastor David’s Mexico Calling
20:51 Mexico Mission Full Circle
23:35 Seeing Hidden Impact
24:21 Wilms Tumor Breakthrough
27:51 Everyday Miracle Rescue
30:17 Healing From MS
36:05 Prayer Beyond Our Will
37:52 Miracle Working God

Lori Armstrong describes God’s faithfulness and countless answers to prayer following her baby’s diagnosis with retinoblastoma. Although he was expected to lose his eyes and his life, God miraculously preserves both. He also blessed her son with a precious childlike faith that continues into adulthood. Lori describes how God provided treasures in the darkness after the loss of her husband and both her parents. Her journey helps us trust the constant love of God who holds us in His steadfast love and redeems our hard stories.

Verses referenced: John 9:1-3; Ephesians 3:20; Isaiah 45:3; Isaiah 44:1-5; Psalm 16:11; John 16:33; John 10:10

00:00 Finding Comfort In Darkness
01:11 How Do We Trust God’s love in Ongoing Hardship?
04:39 How Does God Prepare Us For Hardship?
07:25 Devastating Diagnosis
09:31 John 9 Promise
12:37 Miracles And Survival
13:44 Praying For Brad
23:49 Treasures In Darkness
27:09 Clinging To Scripture
30:04 Isaiah 44 Confirmation
37:46 Joy In God’s Presence
42:15 Abundant Life In Opposition

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