In this powerful Part 2 of my conversation with Mary Hudson, I sit down again with one of the most fearless women of faith I know to hear the rest of her story — and friend, it gets even more incredible. Mary takes us from interviewing President Jimmy Carter at the White House to a moment on a train between D.C. and New York City where Jesus Himself appeared to her in a long white robe. What He spoke to her in that instant changed everything, and her words still echo in my spirit: there is a supernatural realm sitting right on top of the natural one, and God wants you living in it.

I love how openly Mary shares the messy middle of her journey — being backslidden, working herself to exhaustion in Las Vegas radio and TV, and finally being drawn back to a tiny church by a former Folly's showgirl turned fiery preacher. She tells us how she prayed her future husband Keith back to the Lord before she ever met him, how God broke through 10% odds and scar tissue to give her three miracle babies, and how she rose above heartbreak when her daughter's career took a turn she never saw coming. Her honesty about motherhood, joy, and "casting the care" hit me right between the eyes.

We also talk about her book Joyful Mother Equals a Happy Home, the supernatural healing of her crossed eye that doctors couldn't fix, and the legacy she's leaving through 18 years of Arise conferences around the world. Mary closes with a prayer over every viewer believing for a miracle, a baby, freedom from suicide, or a fresh encounter with Jesus. If you need hope today, press play — and please share this episode with someone who needs to hear that God is still the God of new beginnings.

Chapters:
00:00 — A Suicide Warning That Changed Everything
04:02 — Jesus Appears on the Train to New York
08:05 — The Ex-Showgirl Preacher Who Drew Her Back
12:08 — Healed From Infertility After the Abortion
16:11 — Three Generations of Miracle Babies
20:14 — When Her Daughter Sang "I Kissed a Girl"
24:17 — Rising Above and Sowing Seeds Worldwide
28:21 — There Is No Junior Holy Spirit
32:24 — The Crossed Eye God Refused to Leave Alone
36:27 — The Living Word and Mary's Final Blessing

In this episode of Trusted Voice, I sit down with Mary Hudson for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about her life, her past, and the redemptive power of Jesus. Mary opens up about the pain she carried after having an abortion as a young woman, the depression and shame that followed, and how God eventually brought healing, forgiveness, and freedom into her life.

Mary also shares about her wild journey through Europe, Rhodesia, radio broadcasting, and the unexpected moments that led her to encounter Jesus. From a glamorous media career to a radical salvation experience in Las Vegas, her story is filled with moments where God was working behind the scenes long before she fully recognized Him.

This conversation is a reminder that no story is too broken for God to redeem. What the enemy meant for evil, God can turn for good. Mary’s testimony will encourage anyone who has carried shame, regret, or questions about their purpose to believe that healing, destiny, and transformation are still possible.

Chapters:
00:00 Mary Hudson Opens Up About Abortion and Depression
03:18 The Woman Behind the Public Story
06:37 The Hidden Weight of Shame and Regret
09:55 Searching for More in Rhodesia
13:13 Religion, Relationship, and the Pain of Infertility
16:32 Finding Keith, Church, and Questions About God
19:50 From Radio News to Las Vegas
23:08 The Church Visit That Changed Everything
26:26 Saying Yes to Jesus and Instant Transformation
29:45 The Next Chapter Begins in Washington DC

What happens when Christians from different denominations, leaders from across government, and voices from all spheres of influence come together for one purpose: to publicly read the Bible over America? In this episode of Trusted Voice, I sit down with Bunni Pounds to talk about the vision behind America Reads the Bible and why this moment feels bigger than an event. We talk about the 250th birthday of America, the spiritual hunger in the nation, and why returning to Scripture is not just symbolic, but essential.

Bunni shares the powerful story of how this initiative was born, what it has taken to bring together hundreds of national leaders and ministries, and why she believes this is a historic moment of unity for the body of Christ. We discuss Christian engagement in civic life, the connection between revival and public leadership, and how churches, families, businesses, and communities can participate in this nationwide Bible reading movement. This conversation is full of faith, vision, and practical ways to respond.

We also talk about Bunni's journey from public policy to ministry leadership, her new book Stepping Up to Lead, and the legacy she believes God is calling her to leave. This episode is a call back to the simplicity of prayer, worship, discipleship, and the Word of God. Whether you care about revival, Christian unity, America’s future, or biblical leadership, this conversation will stir your heart and challenge you to engage.

Connect with Bunni:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bunnipounds/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bunnipoundsTX/?ref=NONE_xav_ig_profile_page_web#
https://christiansengaged.org/

Chapters:
00:00 - National Moment and Opening Vision
02:57 - How America Reads the Bible Began
05:55 - The Event Format, Speakers, and Worship
08:52 - Why This Is a Historic One-Time Moment
11:50 - How Families, Churches, and Communities Can Join
14:47 - Bunni’s Hope for America and Biblical Renewal
17:44 - From Politics to Ministry and Leadership
20:42 - Why Pastors and Government Leaders Need Each Other
23:39 - How to Attend, Stream, Support, and Get Involved
26:37 - Legacy, Final Challenge, and Closing Call to Unity