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Andlig ledare. Nykter alkoholist. Pappa till sex barn med tre olika kvinnor. För att orka ta itu med sitt liv på allvar var Olle Carlsson tvungen att ställa sig själv frågan: Varför vill jag leva, vilken är min livsuppgift? I ett kvarts sekel har Olle varit ledare för en stor frihetlig...

The previously untold story of Matthew’s Gospel—brought to life for today’s listeners. Matthew’s Gospel stands as the first book of the Christian Testament, visible to all the world for almost two thousand years. But there is something hidden in Matthew’s Gospel. The document was not written at one time by one person—it is an edited document, bringing together different sources of tradition. The Hidden Gospel of Matthew: Annotated and Explained takes listeners deep into the text to find the words and events that have the strongest connection to the historical Jesus.

Amos Beiler, once an outcast in his Amish community, has found acceptance and purpose in the “English” world, thanks to the kindness of Joseph and Lila Smith. Yet, the scars of his past and the ache of loneliness linger. Back home, the Beiler family is in turmoil: Raymond, the gentle father, tries to keep peace as Lydia’s anxieties and controlling ways threaten to tear the family apart. Lavina is caught between her own dreams and her family’s needs, while Cathy’s rebellious choices push the limits of Amish tradition.

In a world dominated by synthetic solutions and rushed consultations, it's easy to feel lost in a healthcare system that treats symptoms rather than people. You've experienced the frustration of persistent fatigue, nagging joint discomfort, or the quiet anxiety that comes when modern medicine doesn't have all the answers.

As a young man growing up in an Amish family, Amos struggles to fit in. Slow in school, overweight, and afflicted with terrible acne, he feels he's a constant disappointment to his mother, sisters, teachers, and employers. Convinced that he will never be good enough for them, he leaves home and accepts a job as a live-in groundskeeper for an “English” (non-Amish) couple. Gradually, he moves toward a healthier, more confident version of himself. But he can't leave behind the fact that living as an English person is the greatest disappointment to his family yet.

Milk Run is a true story of one woman’s unexpected second life—set in motion by a fateful decision to help a local Amish farmer during a crisis. What began as a favor spiraled into a high-stakes journey: a raw milk and traditional food distribution network serving thousands of families across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

In the charming town of Mulberry Hollow, Anna Mast’s chocolate shop and Gunter Gingerich’s blacksmith forge couldn't be more different—just like their owners. Anna’s sweet treats bring joy and comfort to everyone, while Gunter’s robust forge keeps the town running. But these two can't agree on anything, and their heated debates and fiery clashes are the talk of the town.

After the sudden loss of her husband Eli, Nadine Yoder thought she’d be facing life alone. Childless and grieving, she clings to the home he built and the quiet rhythm of Amish life—despite the well-meaning interference of her sister-in-law, Helgred, who insists Nadine should sell everything and rejoin the Yoder household. But when Nadine discovers she’s carrying Eli’s child, everything changes.

Decisions have always been hard for Mary. Her whole life, she has found herself so controlled by the stern voice of her father that she struggles to hear God's voice or even know her own desires. What does it mean to give up one's will when you can't tell what your own will is, never mind God's? Finally, Mary commits to marriage, and so begins a tumultuous journey into life as a wife and mother. Will she pass her insecurities on to her daughter, or will she choose a new way of parenting? And will her daughter be able to navigate life and love without the same pain that Mary faced?

Running her own bakery in Lancaster, Pennsylvania keeps Mary busy and her active mind engaged. But she continues to struggle with anxiety that is sometimes crushing, and though she has Aunt Lizzie and a few good friends, she often feels lonely and out of place. She's still questioning her very conservative Amish upbringing, too, and feeling torn between fear of an angry, exacting God and the hope of a loving, forgiving one.

When Moses Zook arrives in town, Nellie Peachey is intrigued. Who is this handsome stranger with the mysterious past? Moses quickly charms Nellie with his smooth talk and attentive interest, sweeping her doubts away. Edna misses her husband, who works out of state. Raising their two young children alone is challenging, but the money he sends back is essential. She convinces herself she can endure his absence a bit longer.

Debbie King is thrilled to head-up the district's Christmas Bazaar, gathering donations and organizing events with her friend Tammy. Her life feels full with this role and her budding romance with Joshua Miller—until a mysterious new neighbor moves into a nearby abandoned farm. Reuben King, distant and clearly troubled, shuts down her attempts at friendship, only adding to his intrigue.

After unearthing her sister's heart-wrenching secret, Elaine Peachey refuses to embark on Rumspringa. The Englisch world seems too perilous. But when Bobby, the man she's always harbored feelings for, announces his engagement, she seeks refuge with her Englisch cousin, vowing not to repeat her sister's mistakes. Little does she know what awaits her.

When Susan Miller’s parents leave to care for ailing relatives, she is to spend the winter with a kindly widow. Neither Susan nor the widow expect the arrival of the widow’s handsome grandson, Ezra, who suddenly turns up for the holidays.

Sarah Lantz’s fresh start in Rock Point, Ohio, is meant to be a haven from the heartache and betrayal she left behind in Illinois. Seeking refuge with her aenti, Sarah starts working at her aenti’s quaint shop, hoping to rebuild her life and heal her wounds. Her resolve is tested when she meets Ethan Kennel, a kind-hearted Amish man who handles the bookkeeping for her aenti and several other local businesses. Despite a growing attraction to Ethan, Sarah hesitates to open her heart, fearful of repeating past mistakes and enduring more pain.

Debbie Miller isn't looking for love—just friendship first, and maybe love second. But when Jacob Yoder, a handsome man with a mysterious past, arrives in her community and starts working for her uncle, her priorities begin to shift. Debbie isn't the only one captivated by Jacob. Her cousin Leah, nearing the dreaded status of spinster, sees Jacob as her last chance to avoid a life of loneliness. Desperate to win him over, Leah is willing to do whatever it takes.

With her copper red hair and inquisitive personality, Mary is an anomaly in her Amish community in western New York. She tries to join in the fun with the other youth as they gather for hymn singings and games, but she finds it all rather dull. None of the young men are interested in her and she's even less interested in them. With each passing year, she feels more and more out of place and stifled by life as a misfit in a rural Amish community.

Anna Kennel's journey from her Amish roots to become a high school teacher was marked by bold choices and a love for learning beyond her community. Her current life, with the prospect of romance with her teaching colleague, Dennis Long, shines with promise. As summer vacation unfurls, Anna's plans for relaxation and time with Dennis are upended by an urgent call—her mother is unwell, and Anna's presence is needed at home. Anna returns to Hollybrook and discovers her stubborn mother is unwilling to accept help—unless it comes from her hired hand, young widower Gabe Eaash.

In 1994, Amy was working as a genealogist, researching a family's history. While paging through volumes of Amish, Mennonite & Apostolic Christian relatives, she came to the story of a mother and her three young children who had all died on the same day, March 13, 1900. Was it an accident? An illness of some kind? Amy soon learned that the husband and father of this young family had murdered them after being excommunicated from the Amish church.

Every day, Miriam Peachey forces a smile, trying to act natural. But since her Rumspringa, nothing is right, and she fears it never will be again. The secret she hides threatens to suffocate her. She can never publicly claim the tiny baby she left in her barren friend’s barn. For Amanda and Caleb Ebersole, the discovery of a newborn in their barn is nothing short of a miracle—a divine answer to their prayers. However, with the baby comes a mystery as deep as the night sky. Where did she come from? And can they safeguard this unexpected blessing from being taken away?