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When a young Eva Kollisch arrives as a refugee in New York in 1940, she finds a community among socialists who share her values and idealism. She soon discovers ‘the cause’ isn’t as idyllic as it seems. Little does she know this is the beginning of a lifelong commitment to activism and her determination to create radical change in ways that include belonging, love and one's full self. In addition to Eva Kollisch’s memoirs Girl in Movement (2000) and The Ground Under My Feet (2014), LBI’s collections include an oral history interview with Eva conducted in 2014 and the papers of Eva’s mother, poet Margarete Kolllisch, which document Eva’s childhood experience on the Kindertransport. Learn more at www.lbi.org/kollisch . Exile is a production of the Leo Baeck Institute , New York | Berlin and Antica Productions . It’s narrated by Mandy Patinkin. Executive Producers include Katrina Onstad, Stuart Coxe, and Bernie Blum. Senior Producer is Debbie Pacheco. Associate Producers are Hailey Choi and Emily Morantz. Research and translation by Isabella Kempf. Sound design and audio mix by Philip Wilson, with help from Cameron McIver. Theme music by Oliver Wickham. Voice acting by Natalia Bushnik. Special thanks to the Kollisch family for the use of Eva’s two memoirs, “Girl in Movement” and “The Ground Under My Feet”, the Sophia Smith Collection at Smith College and their “Voices of Feminism Oral History Project”, and Soundtrack New York.…

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30: Theresa’s Story-Prayers From Prison

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Theresa’s story starts in a prison cell. Years of emptiness flowed into a vow never to trust anyone again. Here’s how she describes the very dark place she found herself: “After the things I’d been through, I hated humans. I had no hope in them. I had seen too much. Too much phoniness. Too much hypocrisy. Too much religion.” Theresa’s father was murdered when she was 7. Her mother died when she was 15. She recalls having to raise herself, losing her childhood and then missing out on seeing her own children grow up. It’s now in this lonely prison cell that Theresa finds herself a very angry person. “The only thing I could think of to do was pray. When I said that prayer, I was so afraid to think of the memories of my children. I was terrified of looking at the things in my heart.” God answered Theresa despite her doubts and anger. It wasn’t instantaneous. Nor was it easy. But it was real and beautiful. And it was an answer that brought her to her knees. “He had given me a dream that I was going to prison. That he was going to give me a new life. God sent me to prison and that was basically the best thing that could have happened to me.” While in prison, Theresa opened up a Bible and poured through it every day. She says, “It was the most beautiful year of my existence. Just reading the Bible in that cell.” It was a glorious sunny day, the day Theresa walked out of that cell. She soaked in that sunlight and her new freedom. But that wasn’t the end of her story. In this episode, we leave Theresa sitting on the curb outside prison, enjoying her new freedom. She has just spent 365 days hearing from God. He distinctly answered her cries for help, but there’s still trouble on the horizon. And God’s rescue mission isn’t over. Stay tuned for the next installment of Long Story Short Podcast. Tune back in for part two of Theresa’s story. Media Jeff Piecora, Good Day Gravity (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); The post 30: Theresa’s Story-Prayers From Prison appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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29: Miracles are Just Part of the Story

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When someone says they saw God provide a miracle, what do you think? Maybe they recount how he rescued them from illness, financial difficulty or job loss. God absolutely does those things all the time. Still, real life is made up of a combination of joy, sorrow, fear, pain, suffering, blessing, reward, provision and disruption. All of these intermix to make up a life. Miracles are just part of the story. Ken & Muggy’s Miracles Our uncle Ken is a storyteller, so he can tell you hundreds of interesting accounts that would keep you on the edge of your seat. They include heart breaks, redemption, laughter, danger and some absolutely glorious miracles. Ken’s experience over many years deepened his faith that God is intricately involved through it all. Ken is also the first to say there have been seasons of struggle and questions left unanswered. Among the many stories he tells is how his first wife, as a young adult, wasn’t supposed to live more than a few years following a diagnosis with lupus. And yet, Muggy and Ken ended up married, had a family and spent many years together as best friends. It was a miracle. Muggy had a beautiful spirit. You sensed it immediately when you met her. She seemed so full of life even through years of battling illness. At one point, she and Ken visited our home as I laid on the couch, struggling to regain my ability to walk, talk and even breathe due to my own life-threatening illness. I vividly recall Muggy anointing me with oil and heart-felt prayers for healing. With deep gratitude, I count that experience as an integral moment in the miracle that ultimately led me to walk again. Yet, it wasn’t all that much later that Muggy lost her own life to the effects of lupus. Life and death, answered prayer and loss, sickness and recovery – these all danced together in a single life. Waiting & Watching Life is mysterious, unpredictable, and sometimes even desperate. But it’s also full of blessings, provision, grace, love and, yes, miracles. As Ken shares in his story, God doesn’t promise us the life we planned. He doesn’t show us everything about how he’s intervening. Just glimpses. Ken recalls just taking it one day at a time, doing his best to be obedient while waiting and watching for God to reveal the next step. Ken’s story inspires us to want to live in the present. It impresses us not to wait, but pray to hear God’s voice every day, along with the strength to keep walking in his direction. During a particularly challenging season, Ken received some music that deeply spoke to him. He wants to share it with you: Media Jeff Piecora, Good Day Gravity (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); The post 29: Miracles are Just Part of the Story appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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28: Stop the Car

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Stop the car. Those three words made the difference between life and death for our friend Dorsey, or Dee as we call him. You got an introduction to Dee Howard in podcast 27 . When we met him last year, we immediately connected due to our common interest in storytelling. He weaves story into his local cable show, into his work as an author, and in the classroom where he inspires participants toward better choices in life. Dee openly talks about a number of poor choices he made early on in life. Some of those choices landed him in jail. That wasn’t uncommon for him and his friends who grew up in the infamous Robert Taylor housing project. This area of Chicago was notorious for gangs, drugs and violence. Dee credits God with saving his life numerous times. He says he’s been given more chances than any of us deserves. He’s thankful, realizing that some people don’t even get one second chance. Recently, he published One Way, No Left Turn , a book about how wrong choices can become addictive and lead to a downward spiral. Dee’s hope is that his experience will help others avoid some of the mistakes he made. For episode 28, we worked with Dee to record the first chapter of the book. It’s a dramatic story – one that can easily lead to some great discussions about God’s presence in the world. As you listen, consider how God may have been interacting in the lives of each of the characters. While making good choices doesn’t guarantee safety from heartbreaks, Dee’s point is that making continual wrong turns never ends well. Not only is this a compelling, true story, but it gave us the opportunity to work with our good friend, Jeff Piecora who built an original music score. It’s been a blast to work together with these friends. This podcast is the result of our collaboration. We’d love to hear your reaction. Would you take a few moments to leave a review on iTunes afterward? Learn more about Dee Howard: Dee on Facebook Dee’s book, One Way, No Left Turn Dee’s website Media Jeff Piecora, Good Day Gravity (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); The post 28: Stop the Car appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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27: One Way-No Left Turn

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Thanks for checking in for a quick update the next podcast. We’re thrilled to present our friend Dee Howard. Born in Chicago, Dee went from a seemingly perfect suburban family to drugs, gangs and then prison. God never gave up on him though and Dee ended up sharing his stories in a recently published book, One Way, No Left Turn . The stories are inspirational to anyone who thinks they’ve made too many wrong turns in life. If you follow the podcast, you’ve probably noticed it’s been a while since our last episode. We’ve been busy doing something a little different with Dee’s recording. We’re psyched to introduce our friend Jeff who’s composing music to help dramatize this story. That means an added layer in production, but it’ll be well worth the wait. Between Dee sharing a story from his book and the creative genius of Jeff Piecora, we’re looking forward to bringing this episode your way. In the meantime, if you’re new to the podcast, check out our Facebook page where we’ve curated tips and tricks on how to tell your own compelling story. Then, subscribe here on the webpage where you can download from the past 26 episodes. For now, take a listen to Dee introducing a taste of his story. Dee Howard Dee on Facebook Dee’s book, One Way, No Left Turn Dee’s website Media Jeff Piecora, Good Day Gravity (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); The post 27: One Way-No Left Turn appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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26: Rescue Mission in North Minneapolis

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Rescue Mission in North Minneapolis closes a three-part series from KG Wilson (episodes 24 , 25 ). As always, this story had an impact on us. Our new friendship with KG threw us into a few unexpected adventures, introduced us to some new friends and breathed fresh inspiration into our storytelling. We didn’t plan any of that. Isn’t that just like God? As he takes us through life, it’s not like he gives us a map. We just take the next step in front of us as he unfolds his plan. Somehow, it almost seems that if you don’t take that step you may miss out on an adventure. We met KG through our friend Tamara who shared a great story back in episode 5 . Partnering with KG opened a whole new world of seeing God at work. It’s also led us to new friendships. And that means new stories to record. We’re really excited about what we have planned. We’ll tell you more about that in another podcast. Today’s podcast starts with KG describing an encounter with a young lady trapped in heroin addiction. The overdose death of her friend catapulted her toward desperately seeking answers. God ultimately freed her right there on the street with KG. KG started by simply asking what she was looking for. You can see this encounter on the video posted in the show notes. KG asks, “Do you want to believe Christ for real today?” That question isn’t far from the one Jesus asked his disciples in Mark, chapter 8. “Who do you say that I am?” This is one of the key questions any of us must answer in life. This story is deeply personal for KG. He admits that without Christ freeing him years earlier, he’d have been on the same path as this woman. He says he’s sure he’d have ended up a dead man. KG’s own story is what helps drive him to see others delivered by Jesus. Learn more about Kay G Wilson, Peace Activist, United in Peace, Inc. Message from the Bench Tamara Jorell’s Bullies Star Tribune’s documentary Media Credits Theme Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sounds: Adi Goldstein – Desert Sounds , Epikton – Infernal Battle Action , Anton Verkhotin and Uniquesound – Touch Inspiration via Pond5.com (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); The post 26: Rescue Mission in North Minneapolis appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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25: Scars Tell Stories

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Have you ever regretted your physical or even emotional scars? You wish they’d just disappear. You may have even tried removing them. Our guest today shares how he thought about this as well. And then he found his scars tell stories that help hurting people hear God’s story. We introduced Kay G Wilson in episode #24 “Tragedy on Speed Dial.” Kay G is a peace activist who brings a positive, caring message to those without hope – and he’s been doing that for over 13 years. Today you’ll learn more about Kay G’s work in street ministry and how his tattoos make a difference. It wasn’t enough to listen to Kay G’s stories from a safe distance. He challenged us to take part in a street ministry event. So, on a beautiful fall day we joined Kay G and a number of others on the corner of Franklin & Chicago. He told us this is one of the most notorious spots in Minneapolis for gang activity. It was eye-opening to witness people smoking crack at the bus stop. We were there mainly to learn and pray. It was a privilege to pray with a half dozen or more people. Our hearts broke as several of them shared their stories. Through tears, one man spoke of being sober for over a year and had just recently slipped back into drug use again. Right there, seemingly on the devil’s door step, we couldn’t help but see the contrast. On the one hand, this was a park known for drug deals, addiction and violence. But that day, it was filled with passionate prayers, gospel-inspired music and stories of God freeing people. There was even dancing! It felt like a spiritual battlefield, but we never felt afraid. There was hope on the street corner that afternoon. God transformed how we looked at that park. We pray in a different way for those neighborhoods. And we long for God to keep pouring out his power and freedom there. Kay G’s past with drugs, gangs and violence gives him credibility on the street. But even more than that, his genuine love for people opens doors to share what God did to get him out of that life. He’s not afraid to put his arm around people on the street. At the same time, he’s not afraid to speak truth to them. Learn more about Kay G Wilson, Peace Activist, United in Peace, Inc. Message from the Bench Tamara Jorell’s Bullies Star Tribune’s documentary Media Credits Theme Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sounds: Adi Goldstein – Desert Sounds , Epikton – Infernal Battle Action and Uniquesound – Touch Inspiration via Pond5.com (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); The post 25: Scars Tell Stories appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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24: Tragedy on Speed Dial

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We picked up Kay G to record a three-part series. He warned us that he was on call. If a shooting should take place, he’d need to hit the road and be there for any families and neighbors affected. Talk about an an eye-opening conversation. We began to get the picture that these calls were all but rare. Like tragedy was on his speed dial. We wondered about the children who live with the threat of violence on a daily basis. Kay G Wilson’s life is one of those stories. You know, the kind where God turns painful, harsh circumstances upside down and inside out until the person is transformed with deep passion for him and his people. Having had a childhood full of brokenness, torture and messages that called him worthless, it was little surprise that he ended up homeless, longing for a sense of family and a place to belong. Initially, that longing landed him in a street gang and entangled in a trap of drugs and violence At the bottom of a pit of depression, Kay G awoke on a park bench in Minneapolis. He had laid there so long that squirrels ran across his disheveled body. In desperation, he cried out to God who delivered him from what was holding his soul hostage. That’s when he instantly knew his life was meant for something else. Today Kay G’s life is dedicated to reaching out to those who are trapped much as he had been. He takes it to the streets, particularly places that most of us avoid. These streets are littered with drugs, prostitution, poverty and violence. In contrast, he delivers God’s story of hope where things seem anything but hope-filled. His personal story is evidence that God still is in the business of miracles. When tragedy does strike the local community, Kay G often makes a call to come together in prayer and solidarity. We open this episode with Kay G giving us a tutorial on these street vigils. Learn more about Kay G Wilson Message from the Bench Tamara Jorell’s Bullies Star Tribune’s documentary Media Credits Theme Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sounds: AdiGoldstein and ZingDog via Pond5.com and Accoustic Guitar: UncleSigmund on Freesound.org // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 24: Tragedy on Speed Dial appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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23: Looking Death in the Eye

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We knew this story would be different. Honestly, we didn’t look forward to it. Pausing to pray, we felt the weight of the story to be shared. This conversation would stare death straight in the eye. And yet, somehow we ended up with opportunities to laugh together with Ken and Patty as they shared part three of their personal story. We arrived prayed again with these sweet friends. There’s no such thing as too much prayer. Ken and Patti see this as likely to be the final podcast they will do together. The doctors estimate that Ken may have less than 12 months before the ALS takes his life. This crippling disease has already taken some of his speaking ability. You’ll especially hear it if you compare this with their stories in podcasts #9 and 16 . So, take a deep breath with us as we settle in at their dining room table together. Listen carefully. Catch the clicking of the dogs’ toenails on the wood floor, along with their occasional tired whimpers. The sound of birds chirping and trucks outside the open window are reminders that life goes on around Ken and Patti as they are left to experience what most of us hope to never have to – knowledge of death being just around the corner. The calmness in their voices reveals some of the resolution they’ve worked through. Always asking God for a miracle, but coming more and more to peace with the strong possibility that Ken will be relinquishing his earthly life much sooner than any of us would choose. There’s a tension in balancing this remaining hope with accepting what appears to be reality. That uncomfortable tension is revealed as Patti unconsciously clicks the cover of the ipad in front of her. If you pay attention, you’ll hear that clicking throughout the recording, almost like the clock ticking away on Ken’s life. Entering into the intimacy of Ken and Patti’s world right now may feel uncomfortable. Our culture tries to sanitize life from the reality of death. But you get a sense that as death draws closer, it actually has less hold over Ken. He wonders aloud with us which season would be best to die in. As a matter of discussion he grapples with not wanting to be buried in winter when the hard ground would make it difficult to dig a grave. Ken says he doesn’t want people to have to stand outside in bad weather. As we spoke together, there’s a sense that he’s looking death straight in the eye. Yet we know Ken would say this isn’t about personal bravery. It’s God at work, walking him down this difficult path toward death. It’s a privilege to be invited into the unpleasant beauty Ken and Patti live in as life and death are intermingled in front of them. Pray with us for these friends and others around you who face death so imminently. We continue to pray for healing, but even more we pray for God’s supernatural peace and intervention for the journey ahead. And we’re praying we would live life more fully in however many or few days we have. Media Credits Theme Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sounds: SoundWiz and ZingDog via Pond5.com and Accoustic Guitar: UncleSigmund on Freesound.org // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 23: Looking Death in the Eye appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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22: Beyond a Good Life

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Hey podcast listeners, we have another long story that we’ve boiled down to a few minutes for you. Today’s episode is entitled “Beyond a Good Life.” Our friend Ray tells us he’s been blessed with “a good life.” But years ago he felt pressed to pray for more than that. He believed there was more to the life God wanted for him. So he fervently prayed for years! Over and over, he wondered when he would finally hear an answer. Have you waited for God to answer a prayer? I mean like really waited? For Ray, not only did he wait for years, there was also a heavy dose of spiritual dryness thrown in to boot! So what happens when you get to a place where you may be satisfied with what you’re doing or what you’ve accomplished, but you’re wondering, “Maybe God has something more for me?” Yet when you begin praying, all you hear are crickets chirping or the sound of wind in the trees. Before you listen to Ray’s story, we just have to mention what struck us most about our time with Ray was his genuine interest in our own story. Our purpose was to record his story, but he ended up asking us as many questions about our lives as we asked him. We get the impression we’re not the only ones who experience this authenticity with Ray. His encouragement and counsel over the podcast is meaningful to us and we won’t forget it. We believe God can use Ray’s story to speak into your unique time of waiting on God. And thanks Ray for your encouragement to keep listening to God and continuing the podcasts. “How grateful I am to God for answering my prayer.” -Ray Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sound: SoundWiz and MuswayStudio via Pond5.com and Accoustic Guitar: UncleSigmund on Freesound.org Photography: Karin Heitzman // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 22: Beyond a Good Life appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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21: Road Trip to Revival – Part 2

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We’ve heard from a few listeners wondering when this episode would air so they could hear the conclusion of Jewl’s story. In part 1 , she talked about responding to the prompting of the Holy Spirit to learn about revival. In that process, God changed the direction for a campus recruitment road trip to Wheaton College. When we left off there was mystery mingled in excitement for what he might do. The question we posed in part one was “Have you ever felt like God left you hanging in mystery even as you believed he was at work?” Initially, that may sound a bit unbiblical since we know God promises never to leave us. But stop and think of all the examples in the Bible of people who were prompted by God to take action, even when he didn’t provide the entire script ahead of time. Recall Abraham, Joseph, John the Baptist. The list goes on and on. In part 2 you hear Jewl share how God led her to do some things that didn’t make sense at the time. She wrestled, wondered and waited. It wasn’t until much later that he revealed how those actions would prepare her for what was ahead. Jewl’s story inspires us at two levels. 1. When prompted by the Holy Spirit we want to step out boldly in faith, not waiting for all the answers to unfold. 2. When revival comes, it isn’t necessarily a spectacle but more likely a somber, deep work of the Holy Spirit within his people. So, what do you think about revival? Are you praying for it? Tune-in with Jewl and see how her experience at Wheaton transformed her expectations. Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sound: Willam L. Pearson and Prolificarts via Pond5.com Recommended Reading Revival Breaks Out in West Virginia Victory Over the Darkness by Dr. Neil Anderson Bondage Breaker by Dr. Neil Anderson Revival Revived by John Avant and Alvin Reid Accounts of a Campus Revival by Timothy Beougher and Lyle Dorsett Brokenness: The Heart God Revives by Nancy Leigh DeMoss and Henry T. Blackaby Revive Our Hearts Freedom In Christ // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 21: Road Trip to Revival – Part 2 appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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20: Road Trip to Revival – Part 1

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As Brent and I planned a recent road trip, we learned it would take us through Jewl’s city. She had posted a few travel suggestions on Facebook and even offered to let us spend the night. That’s when God impressed on me to invite her to pray about sharing a story on the podcast. I had no idea what the story might be, but God did and he worked out a way for our schedules match up. Our brief meeting lasted just a few hours as we reconnected over dinner. It was the kind of conversation when you feel there’s purpose even if you don’t understand everything about why. Originally, we assumed we’d need to edit out parts of her story due to its length. We prayed about it and really wrestled. We even called a friend, asking for advice and prayer. The next morning, our pastor’s message clinched it. Unbeknownst to him he even quoted some of the scripture Jewl referred to. Over and over, we got confirmation to leave the message much as is and turn it into two parts. As you listen, think about your own road trip with God. Like Jewl, have there been times when you’ve felt like God was leaving you hanging. You know, when you sense, on the one hand, that he’s at work somehow. On the other hand, it’s mysterious and it feels unclear. Maybe you even wrestle with faith. Just like the psalmist, we may have times of waiting for God (Psalm 40). The deal is, God never shows up with predictability. So often there are loose ends that require faith, prayer and humility. That’s pretty much where Jewl is at the end of part one of this story. Listen to Roadtrip to Revival and then stay tuned for part two to hear how God shows up at Wheaton. Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Dramatic Sound: Willam L. Pearson via Pond5.com Recommended Reading Revival Breaks Out in West Virginia Victory Over the Darkness by Dr. Neil Anderson Bondage Breaker by Dr. Neil Anderson Revival Revived by John Avant and Alvin Reid Accounts of a Campus Revival by Timothy Beougher and Lyle Dorsett Brokenness: The Heart God Revives by Nancy Leigh DeMoss and Henry T. Blackaby Revive Our Hearts Freedom In Christ // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 20: Road Trip to Revival – Part 1 appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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19: I Choose Joy

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We never get tired of hearing how God is at work in people’s lives. Each story is so unique and that’s definitely the case with Mary Jane and her weighted blankets. We were clueless about this whole idea of a weighted blanket. But after hearing Mary Jane’s story, we’re pretty pumped about how God is using them. Not only has he provided for her needs with the business, but the therapeutic blankets are making a big difference in the lives of people struggling with things like anxiety, ADHD, stress and insomnia. She starts off her story with this simple statement: “I chose joy.” It’s so simple you might miss the three words. But don’t. Those three words describe the beautiful combination of Mary Jane’s attitude and obedience along with God’s amazing way of providing something out of nothing. Like most of us, her life has been full of ups and downs. There have been struggles, disappointments and loss. Not the least was the loss of her mother at a young age. Life isn’t always easy. But Mary Jane is quick to point out God is the one who has walked her through every challenge. And he’s helped her to choose joy even when joy makes no sense. In this podcast, you’ll hear a select few stories from Mary Jane’s life. In some ways, they’re ordinary circumstances, but what stands out is the way God turns the ordinary into the extraordinary. And that’s what you’re going to want to tune in to hear. If you pay close attention, you’ll get the picture of a sort of interactive dance Mary Jane has with God throughout the day. It’s this relationship that beautifully colors her perspective of life. Learn more about weighted blankets at Restful Wraps. Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Ikoliks on Pond5.com // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 19: I Choose Joy appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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18: A Story Pulls Up in a Cab

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If you’re an avid follower of Long Story Short Podcast, you’ve seen us experiment with story-telling methods. Some people are more comfortable sharing a story in an essay-like manner. Others do better working from a simple outline. We’ve also dabbled with interviews. Today’s story pulled up in a cab. Not long before we recorded this podcast, we had talked about how great it would be to collect stories that are less planned out. The next thing you know, our friend Beth showed up and a story unfolded right in our driveway while we weren’t even home. While she later relayed the story, it became clear this was one of those times to be spontaneous. So, Brent grabbed the recorder. All that was quite a few months ago. Unsure how we’d put together this spontaneous story, we delayed publishing. Then last weekend God prompted us to pick it up and as we did, the topic started to click. Beth’s story seemed to make the message our pastor shared that morning come alive. He spoke about something called the “Principle of Best.” We understood it to mean that there are many good things to do in a day, but if we ask God to show us he’ll reveal what’s truly best. Beth is someone who illustrates this rhythm in life beautifully. She prioritizes looking for the work of the Holy Spirit around her. In fact, she sees life as a treasure hunt–one where your eyes are wide open, watching for God. That day at our home was no different. One of the things we love about Beth is that she has a posture of humility toward the voice of God. This makes her unencumbered by a lot of the pretensions of society. Her focus is more on hearing God than being worried about prestige and possessions. Her love for him empowers her to do what she does every day. Spend any time with Beth and you quickly recognize her relationship with him goes well beyond a Sunday morning experience. As she says, “It makes day-to-day life really fun.” Don’t miss the other character’s in Beth’s story–both the cab driver and the woman could be people who the world disdains. And yet she met them with dignity and she led Robert to the feet of Jesus. We personally learn so much through these podcasts. While we’re putting them together, we’re discussing and praying about everything from theology to relationships to cultural trends. And as it all weaves together, God unfolds some new life lessons. We hope he does that for you too as you listen. Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Alter Vibe on Pond5.com // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 18: A Story Pulls Up in a Cab appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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17: Hope for Broken People

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The two brothers in this episode display unusual maturity for their ages. But that’s not surprising after spending time with Ben and Isaiah and their family. Despite being brothers, these guys have very distinct life stories. And yet one of their many commonalities is that they love God and have seen him show up in their broken circumstances. (Learn more about their family in podcast #14 when we recorded their parents.) In this short podcast you’ll hear about an arrest, the trials of foster care, the loss of a parent, the pain of childhood illness and the struggle to let go of treasured possessions. And then you’ll also hear how God turns heartache and sacrifice into something beautiful. Listen as these young men talk about a few life lessons they’ve walked through. Both Isaiah and Ben could have easily used their circumstances to justify rebellion, anger or even rejection of God. Instead, they’ve recognized God’s sovereignty and keep looking for him in the up and down journey. Ben talks about the tremendous gift of his family working together to help others. And Isaiah reminds us that “nothing is too big or too small for God to heal.” In fact, they both have seen God use difficulties to bring transformation and healing. “It has always seemed to me that broken things, just like broken people, get used more; it’s probably because God has more pieces to work with.” -Bob Goff, “ Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World” Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Matthew Tanner on Pond5.com // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 17: Hope for Broken People appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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16: From Surrender to Submission

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We first recorded Ken and Patti eight months ago on podcast #9 . According to the American dream, they should be on the verge of living out plans for the empty nest years. Instead, they’ve been catapulted into a dramatic journey to not only battle ALS, but wrestle with what submission to God means as his plans differ from their personal roadmap. In this episode, Ken simply says, “The Lord has really been with me through this.” How is that not a miracle in itself? Ken isn’t sugar-coating anything. He struggles. He knows the realities he’s facing. He has hard days. And yet, he sees the Lord walking with him. His wife Patti reminds herself that happiness isn’t the same as joy. Real joy is anticipation of something better – and that something is Christ. Some of us might give a big amen to that. But unless you’re living out something like the Browns, how does that truth powerfully transform your heart? Are you equipped to do real battle to reconcile your own desires against submitting to God’s sovereignty? As incredible as the transformation to submission can be, nobody chooses that road. Nobody says, “Yeah, sign me up for that.” While our hearts break with the Browns, we’re grateful for their willingness to let us into their very personal experience. We continue to pray for them and anyone listening who is feeling the weight of life right now. And if you’re not in that kind of season, can we encourage you to reach out to someone who is? A note, a prayer, a meal or simply a listening ear can help lighten the load as they do battle. Listen Part one of Ken and Patti’s story, podcast #9: “From Bucket List to Last Dance.” Media Credits Bumper Music: Sons of Avi Setuniman on Freesound Anton Verkhotin on Pond5.com // <![CDATA[ (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) })(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-59770784-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); // ]]> The post 16: From Surrender to Submission appeared first on Long Story Short Podcast .…

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