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🎙️ What if the key to restoring your marriage starts with restoring YOU?

In this compelling episode of God-Sized Stories, I sit down with Dr. Bob Paul, licensed counselor, Vice President of Focus on the Family’s Marriage Institute, and co-author of the life-changing book Empowered to Love.

We talk candidly about how emotional wounds, unmet needs, and unhealed pain can silently erode even the strongest relationships—and how healing begins when we allow God to restore our individual hearts. Dr. Paul’s insights from the world-renowned Hope Restored Marriage Intensives offer powerful encouragement for couples facing disconnection, betrayal, or burnout.

💬 In this episode:
• Why most fights aren’t about what you think
• How self-care is not selfish—it’s biblical
• Practical steps to rekindle emotional safety
• What to do when you feel stuck in your marriage

📣 🎁 BOOK GIVEAWAY
We’re giving away a copy of Empowered to Love: Discovering Your God-Given Power to Create a Marriage You Both Love by Dr. Bob Paul and Dr. Tara LaLonde!

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📝 ALSO—Don’t miss my latest Atlanta Journal-Constitution column:
"Empowered to Love—and Whole Enough to Give It"

Discover why biblical self-care isn’t just allowed—it’s essential to love others well.
📖 Read now at: https://patriciaholbrook.com/2025/07/empowered-to-love-and-whole-enough-to-give-it/
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In this powerful episode of God Sized Stories, I have the honor of welcoming Naomi R. Nussbaum, Executive Director of One Family Fund, an incredible organization devoted to supporting victims of terror and their families in Israel.

We dive deep into the personal and national heartbreaks experienced in the region—especially in light of recent events—and explore the unshakable resilience and hope that shape the Israeli people. Naomi shares not only her own story and connection to her Jewish heritage, but also the inspiring origins of One Family Fund and how their vital work has impacted countless lives over the past two decades.

You’ll hear details about the emotional, financial, and legal support they provide—all grounded in compassion and unity, caring for victims of all faiths. Naomi gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how One Family Fund mobilizes immediately after tragedy strikes, and how their healing programs help families long after the headlines fade.

This conversation is a heartfelt reminder that supporting Israel and standing against terror is a commitment to preserving humanity, faith, and hope—regardless of your background. We also talk about the importance of getting news from reliable sources, and the true spirit of coexistence and community in Israel so often overlooked in mainstream media.

If your heart is moved and you want to help, please check the link below for ways to support One Family Fund—you can donate, adopt a family, or send a child to camp this summer: onefamilyfundus.org

Don’t forget to like, comment, share, and subscribe for more incredible stories of faith in action!

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In today’s powerful episode, I sit down with filmmakers Joseph Stam and David Alford, the creative minds behind the new faith-based film, Searching for the Elephant.

What happens when a homeschooled teen with a passion for storytelling joins forces with a seasoned theater director whose heart beats for redemption? You get a dynamic duo, a God-ordained partnership—and a story that just might change your life.

🎬 Searching for the Elephant tackles addiction, broken family dynamics, and the deep need for grace. It follows Jason Bowden, a young man spiraling in addiction, who is sent to live with his estranged grandfather—a solitary Vietnam veteran. Together, they uncover buried pain, rediscover faith, and find a path to healing.

💬 In this conversation, Joseph and David share:

• How God led them into filmmaking
• Why faith-based films must go beyond clichés
• The power of multi-generational storytelling
• Behind-the-scenes moments from filming in Virginia
• How God uses brokenness to write redemptive stories

This episode is for creatives, storytellers, ministry leaders—and anyone who loves seeing how God can take ashes and turn them into beauty.

👇 Watch the full episode:
https://youtu.be/BY_8FfK6AMs?feature=shared

🎥 Watch Searching for the Elephant now:
https://crosspurposes.productions/

🙏 If this episode blesses you, don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe—and share it with a friend who needs a reminder that God still redeems.

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Hey friends! 💛

In this deeply moving episode, I had the joy of speaking with Kim Patton, an author and ministry leader whose powerful journey through heartbreak, foster care, and major life transitions is a true testament to God’s redemptive power.

Kim shares how her family answered the call to foster at a group home, eventually moving across states to continue their mission of ministering to teen girls. Her story highlights the beauty of obedience, the pain of transition, and the unshakable faith that anchors her.

If you’ve ever struggled to trust God through change—or questioned if your pain has a purpose—this episode is for you.

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📘 Grab Kim’s book, published in 2023 – a powerful extension of the message she shares in this conversation.

💬 I’d love to hear how Kim’s story touched your heart. Leave a comment below with your thoughts or your own story of trusting God through transition.

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Join the book giveaway: https://kingsumo.com/g/3eegep3/nothing-wasted-struggling-well-through-difficult-seasons-by-kim-patton-book-giveaway

Watch our YouTube interview: https://youtu.be/z76lzProokw?feature=shared

Kim Patton's infertility ministry: https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/about

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As I prepared for this episode of God-Sized Stories, I couldn’t stop thinking about the long list of unlikely people God used throughout Scripture—murderers, prostitutes, adulterers, cowards. People whose résumés would never pass a background check today. And yet, these are the ones God chose to accomplish His most glorious work.

That same theme runs through the beautiful and raw testimony of my guest, Angie Howell, author of Jewel of Heaven: A Beautiful Story of Brokenness, Redemption, and the Power of a Biker’s Prayer. Angie’s story is one of unimaginable pain—a failing marriage, an unplanned pregnancy, and a daughter born with a fatal brain condition. Ready to give up on life, she has a chance encounter with a group of Christian bikers that would change everything. Through them, God brings a miracle that no doctor could explain.

If you've ever felt disqualified by your past, dismissed by others, or too broken for God to use—this interview is for you. Angie’s journey is a powerful reminder that God's grace reaches to the lowest valleys and brings beauty from the ashes.

I also wrote about her incredible story in my column for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. I invite you to read it and share it with someone who may need hope today.

📰 Read the AJC column: https://patriciaholbrook.com/2025/06/the-god-who-chooses-the-broken-how-the-flawed-and-forgotten-become-vessels-of-glory-in-his-hands/

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Thank you for watching—and remember:
Your story isn’t over. In God’s hands, the broken become chosen.

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Why does a loving God allow suffering? And can miracles really happen in the middle of our pain?

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Eric and Kameron Swithin—ministry leaders, filmmakers, and the hearts behind the brand-new documentary Show Me Your Glory, releasing in theaters nationwide May 13–15, 2025.

Eric, a combat veteran, theologian, and founder of Abba Heart Ministries, shares how their journey through ministering to the fatherless and walking with the broken ultimately led to this incredible film—a raw, awe-inspiring exploration of real-life miracles and divine encounters in the darkest moments of life.

We dive into some of the true stories featured in the film, the theological depth behind the narrative, and the personal calling that led Eric and Kameron to use storytelling as a way to bring hope, healing, and the Gospel to a hurting world.

Whether you’re wrestling with questions about suffering or searching for proof that God still moves—this conversation will encourage your heart and renew your faith.

Book Giveaway + Tickets:
We're giving away a copy of Eric’s new book, Show Me Your Glory, which complements the film beautifully.

Enter the giveaway here: https://patriciaholbrook.com/2025/05/real-life-miracles-and-hope-behind-the-scenes-of-show-me-your-glory-with-eric-swithin/

Watch this interview on Youtube: https://youtu.be/f5hKYjqEEwM?feature=shared

And don’t wait—Show Me Your Glory is showing in select theaters only from May 13–15, 2025.

Find tickets and locations: https://www.showmeyourglory.com

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Have you ever had a supernatural experience you couldn't explain?
Or wondered whether stories of angels, near-death encounters, or spiritual warfare are real?

In this thought-provoking episode of God-Sized Stories, I sit down with bestselling author and investigative journalist Lee Strobel to discuss his newest book, Seeing the Supernatural. From compelling personal accounts to biblical truth, Lee explores the mysteries of the unseen world through the lens of faith, science, and Scripture.

🎙️ In this episode, we explore:

Why 8 in 10 Americans believe in a spiritual realm

What the Bible really says about angels and demons

Verified stories of supernatural encounters

How believers can discern the source of spiritual experiences

✨ GIVEAWAY ALERT! ✨
We’re giving away a copy of Seeing the Supernatural!
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📰 Want even more?
Read my Atlanta Journal-Constitution column featuring Lee Strobel’s insights and a glimpse into my personal experience with the supernatural:
👉 https://patriciaholbrook.com/2025/05/exploring-the-supernatural-lee-strobels-latest-investigation/

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Hey, friends!

Today we’re doing something a little different—you guessed it, we’re going botanical with a spiritual twist! In this episode, I dive deep into powerful biblical lessons hidden in the lives of evergreen trees.

What does it really look like to live like an evergreen tree in our walk with Christ?

Here are the three powerful truths that I shared in the episode:

1. Stay Planted in God’s Word
2. ⁠Embrace the Seasons, But Don’t Be Ruled by Them
3. ⁠Believe That Your Best Impact May Be Yet to Come

Whether you’re in a winter season or full bloom, this episode will remind you: if you are rooted in Christ, you are evergreen! 🌲

👉 Don’t miss the practical steps at the end of this episode—three ways YOU can live out an evergreen faith every day!

If this episode speaks to you, be sure to:
✅ SUBSCRIBE to the God-Sized Stories Podcast for more weekly encouragement.
✅ SHARE this episode with a friend who needs some evergreen hope.
✅ Leave a COMMENT below: What’s YOUR favorite evergreen lesson from this episode?

✨ For show notes, a link to my Atlanta Journal-Constitution column, and info about my interview with Dr. Mark Rutland, check the description below!

Thank you for being part of this incredible community. Stay rooted, keep flourishing, and remember – you are EVERGREEN in Christ! 💚

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📌 Show Notes & Resources:
- Read my Atlanta Journal-Constitution column on evergreen faith: https://patriciaholbrook.com/2025/04/like-an-evergreen-tree-aging-with-purpose/
- Listen to the March 22nd episode with Dr. Mark Rutland: https://Patriciaholbrook.com/2025/03/thriving-in-your-later-years


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Stay evergreen, friends!

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