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To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3623 Dave Pearson Classic (Adversity, Tragedy, Alcoholism) Dave struggled with adversity his entire life: no mother in his life, a drunken father who gave him away to strangers for the weekend, parenting his father while still a child himself, bullying, and the tragic loss of his wife were just some of his troubles. But finding Jesus while seven years old enabled him to face adversity head on and come out triumphant.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3622 Bill Terrell Pt 2 (Addictions, Prison Life, Gangs, Temptation) In and out of prisons for petty crimes, Bill had received Christ while reading the Bible in his cell, but when he was transferred to a prison with a deadly reputation, his faith was challenged and tested. Then when he was finally released from prison, he faced old friends and old temptations. Would he have the strength to believe that God has a plan for every person, no matter what their background? His story continues both in and out of prison in Part Two of The Bill Terrell Story.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3621 Bill Terrell Pt 1 (Fighting, Addictions, Prison) From the young age of 14, Bill was in and out of prisons for petty crimes. Although he was smart and capable, the shackles of addiction, drugs and prison kept him bound until his life was changed completely. Even though he was still in prison, he found a new purpose in life, but could he keep his faith strong enough to help him resist the dangers in one of the deadliest prisons of all?

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3620 Jim Warren (Atheism, Divorce, Pride) Jim grew up during the Great Depression and his parents struggled financially. They attended church on and off, and at times, seemed to Jim to be hypocritical. This pushed him away from church and from a young age, he stopped attending. As he grew, so did his vocal atheism. In college, Jim often engaged in church-bashing with friends. He majored in psychology, which led him to work as a school counselor. His first marriage was a self-described train wreck and it wasnt until he was older that Jim met his now-wife, Toni. He married her with the ultimatum that they would never attend or discuss church. But at age 69, Jim heard of Jesus love through a television preacher and he gave his heart to the Lord. Toni soon followed and they now love church and serve the Lord joyfully.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3619 Robert Decker (Drugs, Alcoholism, Suicide attempt) A man from a broken home turns to drugs and alcohol to numb the pain. Overwhelmed, he tries to end his life. After a series of surgeries, he learns how to replace his toxic urges and pursue a healthy future by looking to the one true answer.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3618 Denise Shick Pt. 2 (PG) (Forgiveness, Transgenderism, Family Dysfunction, Ministry) When Denise came to the Lord she had no idea how hard it would be to forgive her father for confiding his sexual secrets with her at the age of 9, and molesting her as a developing child. She thought it would be easier after her father became a Christian, but betrayal of a Pastor left her dads reformation in crumbles. On her wedding day, he shared his full reversal as they walked down the aisle. Then he left their family to fulfill his lifelong dream of becoming a woman. Forgiving him then felt impossible until cancer left him on his deathbed, and he realized how hed lived deceived. Denise speaks out about churches endorsing alternative lifestyles and wrote a book and directs a ministry to offer support for families like her own.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3617 Denise Shick Pt. 1 (PG) (Family secrets, Abuse, Transgender) Denises father confided his sexual secrets and how he wished he was a woman to Denise when she was nine years old. At this same time, his ongoing molestation of her began. Without parental guidance she developed a wild streak and was going down the wrong road, until she met Mark, an upperclassman who was a Christian. He was the man her father was not. She attends church with him and has a whole difference religious experience than what shes used to. Mark gives her a Bible and she finds the Father who is loving and kind and giving of himself. But the abuse and family secrets are not over.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3616 Wilburn Walker (Willfulness, Forgiveness, Alcoholism, Deliverance) Wilburn grew up during the Depression when food was scarce, and people frequently moved in search of jobs. After joining the Air Force, he marries Annie but struggles as a husband and a stepfather. His mom prays hard for his deliverance and believes that one day Wilburn will be saved and become a minister. Even after he gives his life to God Wilburn struggles with addiction to alcohol until the moment, he gives God complete control of his life.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3615 Arthur Valder (Pride, Infidelity, Loss of a child, Divorce) Arthur Valder lived his life to prove to himself and everyone else that he was a tough guy. He thought he was better and stronger than anyone else. His pride and egotistical ways caused him to make bad decisions that led to defeat and heartache until he found that there was a strength greater than his own to depend on in life.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3614 Bonnie Pickett (Addiction, Abuse, Shame) When Bonnies birth parents abandoned her, her grandparents stepped in to adopt her. Bonnie worked hard to please them, seeking to achieve high scores in school and church activities. But it didnt seem to be enough, and Bonnie was made to feel that she was a disappointment. When her birth mother re-entered her life, she introduced her to alcohol only to abandon her again when Bonnie was molested by her stepfather. From there, Bonnie began smoking and drinking to numb the pain; a pattern that continued well into adulthood and through her first two marriages. She became a mom to two boys, but it wasnt until one of them issued an ultimatum that she finally got clean. She ended up marrying her old (now-sober) drinking buddy, and though their marriage got off to a rocky start, they are now walking with the Lord through recovery.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3613 Doug Ehrhardt (Loneliness, Addiction, Redemption) Doug never quite fit in growing up. His family moved from state to state, city to city. He was always the new kid in town. He never felt like he belongedin school, in church, or at home. He discovered drugs as a way to numb the pain. Drugs soon become his godand a very cruel and demanding god at that. Doug hid his drug use well, until one day, he broke. And the God he cursed saved his life.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3612 Amy Carmichael, Part 2 (PG) (Sex-Slavery, Missions, Disability) Amys relentless missionary spirit led her to India. There a little girl ran away from a Hindu Temple seeking her refuge. Amy learned about the undisclosed cultural acceptance of young girls becoming temple prostitutes at very young ages. Her mission turned to rescuing babies before they reached the temples. Given a baby boy, she set up the same facilities for them. Becoming bed-ridden from a fall in her 60s, Amy took to writing and sharing with the world, Indias deep spiritual need.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3611 Amy Carmichael, Part 1 (Willfulness, Missions, Illness) Amy grew up in a Christian Family in Ireland. Her strong will led her on many adventures and into trouble. Then she heard God speak and decided to live only for him. She started mission work with poor local women and after losing the remaining money from when her father died, their family was split up and she moved to England with her mother. Amys health deteriorated and after she recovered the doctor wouldnt allow her exposure to diseases in China, where she felt called to be a missionary. But her victorious story wasnt over.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3610 Brenda Bickford (Depression, Suicide, Anxiety) Brenda and Mitch were blessed with five children and brought them all up to love the Lord. Their oldest daughter, Heidi, was especially gifted and bright; often leading, writing, reading and creating plays for their church. Perfectionism and anxiety started to creep in as she grew older and when she went to college, she was debilitated by insecurity and fear. After a semester at home, she returned to finish college and soon after, she married Daniel and started a family. They had two boys, Enoch and Ethan. Though Heidi was a loving mother, postpartum depression plunged her further into isolation, and she unsuccessfully attempted to take her life when Ethan was only a few months old. After four months of counseling, prayer, and the close watchfulness of her family, Heidi made the decision to take her oldest son Enoch and step in front of a truck. She was killed instantly, but Enoch was miraculously saved. The family is grieving and hurting, yet they are thankful to see God touch thousands of lives through her story.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/110/29 3609 Jeanette Schneider (Abuse, Prison Ministry, Mental Illness) Jeanette Schneider grew up in a home filled with the conflicts of mental illness. When she married, she thought she would break free of that, but it only brought her heartache and abuse. Her search for answers led her to a change of her life and heart and gave her a deep desire to share what she found with others.