Everyday Miracles Podcast

Lance Malone was 24 and loving his life in Atlanta when he was diagnosed with acute-on-chronic liver disease, which is associated with organ failure and high short-term mortality. His liver disease progressed quickly, within just a few months. In his lowest moments, the Doctors informed him he was possibly down to his last hours. Lance poured his heart out to God, "Why?" Miraculously, God answered Lance, making him a promise... that He kept. The miracle of the promise was just one piece of this story. While Lance experienced lots of bumps in his road to transplant and healing, there were pieces of his recovery that the nurses and doctors considered miraculous as well.

Lance is presently residing in Cleveland. He is the Founder and Visionary for Become Better Ministries, and the Manager of HIV Services at Care Alliance Health Center. He is also a Motivational speaker and Prophetic teacher. "Have FAITH! Whether your situation is medical, or financial, you've got to trust God when you can't trace Him, and truly you will see that He WILL provide. Your circumstance is not too small for the Lord to intervene. He is still in the miracle making business, and yours is on the way!" -Lance Malone “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7

More helpful links:

Become Better Ministries https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Community/Become-Better-Ministries-2234998513207822/ To contact Lance Malone: [email protected] Lance's FB page during his journey: https://www.facebook.com/Life4Lance/

Ashley developed complications in her second trimester of pregnancy. As her mother prepared to visit her in the hospital, she was led by the Holy Spirit to crochet a small cradle (hoping it would not be needed). Little did she know how God was going to use this gift to inspire comfort and healing not just for Ashley, but for thousands of bereaved parents in fifty states. In this episode Ashley shares:

The excitement of being pregnant with Bridget, her first child

Experiencing the heartache of grief and loss and choosing to trust God

The practical and emotional comfort of a small but powerful divine gift

Feeling the presence of Jesus during loss

Being led to an unexpected ministry and the impact it would have for thousands around the country

Upcoming events and how to get involved, online support groups

Speaking at the upcoming Christian Spark Media conference

"The cradle is really a 24 hour comfort, but the Gospel is eternal. We really felt the peace of God, knowing that Bridget was in heaven, that we were going to get to see her again. Death was separating us for now, but it is just a temporary separation. We choose to rely on our faith to move forward in our grief and know that we get to see her again." -Ashley Opliger, Bridget's Cradles

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 How to contact Ashley:

To get involved, events: https://www.bridgetscradles.com/ Cradled In Hope Podcast available on website above and most podcast platforms and also on social media:

insta: https://www.instagram.com/bridgetscradles

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bridgetscradles https://www.youtube.com/bridgetscradles

Spark Media (Christian podcast group): https://www.sparkmedia.ventures/

The purpose of Everyday Miracles Podcast is to share the love of Jesus. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on behalf of guests do not necessarily represent the thoughts of the host. This podcast does not constitute services or medical advice. Please pray and thoroughly research options for medical needs. Listeners and viewers consume this content on a voluntary basis and assume all responsibility for the resulting consequences and impact.

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Alisha Brooks shares her personal story of infidelity and divorce, and how she overcame heartache and found healing and joy once again. She stresses the power of surrendering to God in times where life feels hopeless and uncertain.

"God knows where you are. He knows your pain, and He is going to sustain you." - Alisha Brooks

Alisha is presently happily married to Jonathan, who has also experienced this trauma, and together they have a ministry and are able to counsel others as they begin the healing process and find hope again (see link below).

"All those who know your mercy, Lord, will count on you for help, for you have not forsaken those who trust in you. He does not ignore the prayers of men and women when they call on Him for help."

Psalm 9:10

Alisha and Jonathan Brooks' ministry:

https://www.divorcerecoveryspecialist.com/blog

More helpful links:

Alisha's resource recommendations:

What to Do When He Says, I Don't Love You Anymore by David Clarke, PhD

His Needs, Her Needs: Building an Affair-Proof Marriage by Willard F. Jr. Harley

The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts

by Gary Chapman (this is also a seminar you can find on Netflix)

To Contact Alisha and Jonathan Brooks:

[email protected]

To contact Alisha (she speaks and sings):

[email protected]

Julie Kemp has 11 years of experience as a Grief Facilitator. Additionally, Julie has personally experienced loss at the holidays, and she finds peace in helping others that are on a grief journey. Julie lost her husband suddenly in a car accident in October of 1997. While her son Landon (age 8) miraculously survived, he had a long road to recovery. She spent Thanksgiving in the hospital, and got to take her son home the week before Christmas. She shares openly what she experienced that first year, what helped her cope, and offers practical tips for those facing loss this holiday. She also shares warning signs for trouble and how to intervene when help is needed. Julie's recommendations for Thanksgiving: Count your blessings! Be thankful. Create a gratitude list A-Z, anything that comes to mind. Be thankful as you remember the many special ways your life was touched by your loved one. You hurt so much because you loved so much. Julie's top 10 Holiday Survival Tips: 1. Allow yourself to break away from old traditions, or start new traditions, at least for the first year. Even subtle changes can help you cope. Make a plan. 2. Give yourself permission to cry. Don't apologize for your feelings or for your tears. Grief is a process, and it is different for everyone. 3. If you are going to a social function and are unsure you can handle it, take a close friend who can speak for you if the words become too difficult. Make sure you have an exit if needed. 4. Light a candle to remember your loved one. You can create a special area to display photos to honor times together. 5. Don't expect too much of yourself. If you need to get alone, or leave early from an event, allow yourself that opportunity. Set healthy boundaries for yourself. 6. If you don't feel like listening to Christmas music or sending cards, then don't! There will be a time when you feel like doing it again, but you can skip a year or two until you feel ready. 7. Consider giving a gift in memory of your loved on to your favorite charity, needy family, or to an organization your loved one supported or belonged. 8. Finding time to reflect and journal may be beneficial to you and help you deal with your emotions. 9. Reading the Bible, particularly Psalms, can be beneficial. Finding a good devotional book and setting aside a daily quiet time for prayer and meditation will be advantageous for your grief journey. 10. ULTIMATE TIP: Skip the elf, the reindeer, and the tree, and remember the real meaning of Christmas and celebrate Jesus' birthday, and remember that because of his sacrifice that we will be united again for eternity. "Praise the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort. He comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any kind of affliction, through the comfort we ourselves receive from God." 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

He was born with half of a functioning heart and not expected to survive. He has had 28 surgeries (including a heart transplant in 2009), several near death experiences, numerous life altering losses AND victories. Faith in Jesus Christ was a critical piece of enduring/overcoming pain and suffering, and also divinely led him to his musical gifting that is now touching the hearts and souls of BILLIONS. Paul is a Dove Award winning pianist. His music has attained over 3 billion streams globally. He is an author and podcaster as well and has a special new project called “The Broken Miracle,” that is getting rave reviews. In this episode Paul shares:

• -Details of his complex congenital heart anomaly and how his early years were different
• -Two supernatural experiences and how they profoundly shifted his perspective at a difficult time
• -The first call for an available heart on Christmas day, and how God led him in his difficult decision
• -The tragic loss of his brother during the wait for a heart
• -Becoming a heart recipient and how this impacted his life physically, emotionally, spiritually
• -Holding his old heart in his hands post transplant and realizing the undeniable miracle that God had sustained him
• -His divine experience at the piano and the call to his passion of music
• -The search for truth, leaving the Mormon faith and seeing Jesus in a new way
• -His new project, The Broken Miracle Part 1 and the accompanying soundtrack
• -His podcast and where to find his music

So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, "If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." - John 8:32 ESV

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. James 1:2-3 NIV

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