In this episode of Mic Check Real Life, host Mike Hoskins reflects on what it truly means to step out in faith—even when faced with financial strain, physical injury, or the unknown.

Mike shares how trusting God led to unexpected breakthroughs, including securing the podcast studio lease at the 11th hour, seeing supernatural financial turnarounds, finding a new team member, and starting a new service-based business. Plus, he shares an exciting update on how the podcast is expanding across the globe to reach listeners in countries like Iraq, Turkey, Malaysia, and beyond.

If you are facing a trial or trying to decide whether to take a step of faith, be encouraged to keep your eyes on Him and step out!

**Key Scriptures Mentioned/Referenced:**

* Proverbs 3:5–6


* Matthew 14:28–31 (Walking on Water)



Chapter Markers

* 00:00 – Welcome to Mike Check Real Life / Podcast Intro


* 00:46 – Facing the Risk of Losing the Studio Lease


* 01:50 – The Sole Purpose of the Show: Sharing the Gospel


* 03:20 – Throwing Out a "Fleece" & Overcoming Conviction


* 05:40 – Deciding to Step Out in Faith and Sign the New Lease


* 07:08 – God Delivers at the 11th Hour!


* 08:12 – Gratitude & Shoutouts to Podcast Supporters


* 09:30 – Reaching the World: 7% of Listeners in Iraq!


* 11:20 – Encouragement for International Believers Facing Risk


* 13:50 – Testimony: Overcoming Injury & Financial Loss in Small Business


* 17:15 – Finding the Right Employee & Turning a Loss into a Blessing


* 20:45 – Launching a New Business to Serve & Pray for Others


* 25:20 – Sowing into the Community & Providing for Families


* 27:40 – Challenge: Don't Look at the Storm, Keep Walking in Faith


* 30:00 – Closing Prayer


* 31:10 – International Audience Breakdown & Final Blessings

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