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To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3563 Vickie Baker Classic (Daredevil, Quadriplegia, Suicidal) Vickie Baker was a daredevil, addicted to thrills and the adrenaline rush that comes with them. One fateful day, her thrill-seeking as a soaring trapeze artist changed everything. After she becomes a quadriplegic, feelings of hopelessness lead to suicidal thoughts and even an attempt. But after a personal care aide shares the Gospel with Vickie, she soars to new heights and her life takes on meaning and purpose.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3562 Evelyn Linton Classic-PG (Greed, Strippers) Evelyn and her husband owned a popular burlesque club in San Antonio Texas, which made them very wealthy. But no matter how many houses they owned, they felt empty inside. Then, an evangelist asked to preach at their clubs, and they realized what they were missing.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3561 "Thief on the Cross" Classic PG (Criminal, Biblical Character) What if you woke up one morning knowing that it was your last day on earth? That's what happened to the thief on the cross, who died a few feet from Jesus. Based on the book, Heaven, How I Got Here by Colin Smith, this is his story, told in his own words, as he looks back from Heaven on the day that changed his eternity, and the faith that can change yours.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3560 Paul Reiter Classic (Pride, Backsliding, Emptiness) Growing up the son of a minister, Paul stuttered and was physically inept as a child, but bright. Saved at age 11, he later enlists and becomes a Naval Aviation Cadet, and eventually a fighter pilot. Success at his vocation leads to deep pride. Hes engaged but doesnt marry and ends up falling away from God while in the Navy. His dad becomes critically ill which leads to Paul's promise to God to put Him first. He resigns from the Navy and becomes a carpenter. Paul recommits his life to Christ and takes care of his Dad Mom.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3559 Michael Germi (Islam, Good Works, False religion) Michael was born into a Muslim family in Iran and adhered strongly to Islamic teachings. He was taught early in life that Christians were filthy pigs. After college, he became too busy for his religion and eventually moved to Australia. With his visa about to expire, he pretends to be a Christian to receive a persecution protection visa. Through that process, he truly finds Jesus and eventually becomes a minister to Muslims.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3558 Jack and Marilyn Sternberg Classic (Jewish, Marriage Problems, Illness) Jewish, Marriage problems, Illness Jack, a leading Jewish doctor, wakes up half blind and loses faith in God. When a friend shares how he found peace through newfound faith, Jack and his wife Marilyn learn how to accept Christ while keeping their Jewish identities.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3557 Don Bev Classic (Idolatry, Marriage Problems, Overspending) Don and Bev were doing well. A good marriage in want of little. But over time that little became a lot through reckless overspending. Things became their God. Over time this idolatry begins to chip away at the marriage until, on the brink of divorce, they visit a pastor that helps them understand the one true thing they can idolize a relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3556 Isobel Kuhn - Part 2 (Missions, Anxiety, Disease) When Isobel left for China, she hadnt seen her fianc, John, in several years and she had no idea what to expect. Her first years were difficult, and Isobel struggled to adapt to the lifestyle of the rural poor in China. She struggled to learn the language and wondered how she would ever serve God among these people. In time her confidence grew and so did her family, as she gave birth to her first daughter. Inspired by the faith and openness of the Lisu people, Isobel formed deep friendships and started a Bible School so that more could learn Gods Word. But when the Japanese declared war on the U.S., China became a more dangerous place for Americans. Isobels daughter was captured, and the General looked to missionaries to help fight for peace.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3555 Isobel Kuhn - Part 1 (Missions, Depression, Family) Isobel grew up surrounded by missionaries. Her parents often hosted them when they were home on furlough. Yet for all her exposure to their work, Isobel didnt understand what would compel them to uproot their lives. Though she was a promising student, a devastating break-up brought Isobel to the brink of despair. If God could not bring her peace, she decided life was not worth living. Over time, God restored her faith and when Isobel ended up at a mission conference, she felt an undeniable calling to spread the Lords Word in China. Yet, her family was adamantly opposed. Through prayer, persistence and the support of friends, Isobels family eventually agreed to let her go study at Moody Bible Institute to prepare for a life on the mission field.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3554 Natalie (Gluttony, Depression, Anxiety) Though she was loved by her parents, Natalie struggled with her mothers volatile mood swings and chose to isolate and self-medicate with food from an early age. Though she was a brilliant and driven student, she developed severe anxiety that prevented her from flourishing at medical school and in her career as a doctor. Animals were some of her dearest friends and it was through her dog that Natalie reconnected with a cousin who would introduce her to the love of Jesus. With His help, Natalie was finally able to break the chains of addiction to food and depression in her life.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3553 Paddy Wrench Classic (Adoption, Rejection, Occult) Adopted six weeks after birth, Paddy feels rejected by her birth mother. After she and her husband serve overseas as teachers in mission schools, her husband rejects religion. Through a Bible study in Hong Kong, Paddy finds Christ and the ability to handle rejection. Then shes tested through rejection by her adoptive mother, her sons attempted suicide and the false religion of her birth mother. She eventually realizes that being adopted into Christs family is all that matters.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3552 Ellie McBride (Eating Disorder, Abuse, Depression) At an early age, Ellie witnesses the brokenness and violence of her parents relationship. Her moms next boyfriend is no better and Harvey cruelly abuses Ellie and her siblings; forcing them to dress in such a way they get made fun of and complete hours of work without letting them shower. She is eager to escape to high school and college, but it is at university that the failure of her family catches up with her. Ellie is drowning in despair, losing a battle with her eating disorder and barely keeping up at school. Through the persistent love of two Godly women, she eventually comes to know God and begin a path toward healing.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3551 Wayne Bradley - PG (Murder, Crime, Drugs) Dysfunction in Waynes family includes immorality, incest and drugs. When Wayne is a senior in high school, his older brother murders a neighbor. Wayne joins the army and becomes a sergeant while his brother is in prison. After the army Wayne goes home, his brother is paroled and then murders their parents. Wayne escapes into drugs, becoming a homeless purse-snatcher for seven years. Then he surrenders to Christ, marries Jacqi and is now a pastor.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3550 John Alarid (Rebellion, Drug Use, Backsliding) Even though John accepted Christ at a young age his struggles with authority led him into years of rebellion and eventually drug dealing. Thinking he could control the drugs he used he never imagined that one day he would be just like the addicts he ridiculed. Cycling in and out of rehabs and prisons he landed in solitary confinement where he finally and fully surrendered to God. Today, John and his wife Hannah lead a powerful new church and prison transition program in Missouri.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3549 Hannah Alarid (Addiction, Relapse, Oppression, Deliverance) Growing up in a dysfunctional home Hannah never experienced unconditional love from her parents. When the family moves to a new neighborhood Hannah falls in with the wrong friends which leads to a life of addiction, shoplifting and self-hatred. God uses the influence of a wise Christian woman to help Hannah understand her need for a Savior. Eventually, still struggling with addictions, Hannah recognizes her need to enter a Christian recovery program.