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The Son of Holocaust Survivors Becomes a ’Follower of Yeshua’–Part 1 by Billy Graham Evangelistic Association

The Son of Holocaust Survivors Becomes a ’Follower of Yeshua’–Part 1

Michael Rydelnik grew up in an Orthodox Jewish home, with parents who survived the Nazi Holocaust. He came to faith in Jesus Christ while trying to convince a Jewish believer that Jesus couldn’t be the Messiah.When Michael told his father he’d accepted Jesus as Messiah, “My dad told me he wanted nothing to do with me ever again.”Today Michael is the Program Head of Jewish Studies at Moody Bible Institute. Listen to his story of heartache and joy on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.Featuring the music of Sanctus Real.

The Son of Holocaust Survivors Becomes a 'Follower of Yeshua'–Part 2

Teenage pregnancy. Drug addiction. Suicidal thoughts.Dustin Garrett’s early years were defined by bad situations and bad choices. He was living a miserable and broken life until he discovered who Jesus Christ is.God can rewrite any tragedy and that’s exactly what He did with Dustin’s past. Hear more about it on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.“God has taken that mess and made something beautiful.”Featuring a message from Billy Graham and music from The Afters, Micah Tyler, and Phil Wickham.You can connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio on Facebook.

Tragic Decisions, a ‘World of Misery’ and the Grace of God

Tony Gomez was a college student with a promising wrestling career ahead of him when he was caught in the middle of a deadly drive-by shooting that changed the course of his life.In an instant, Tony’s dreams were shattered. But God had a plan for his life. Tony shares his powerful story on this episode of GPS.“I look back to that time and I’m reminded that, you know what, God doesn’t waste. He doesn’t waste anything.”You can connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio on Facebook.

Drive-By Shooting Survivor Discovers God’s Plan for His Life

Dave Pittman is a former American Idol contestant who was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome when he was 9 years old. At age 10 he nearly took his own life because of the bullying he faced at school.Today, Dave is using music to share God’s life-changing love with others.“The pain that we go through in this life is nothing compared to the hope that we have in Christ.”You can connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio on Facebook.

Former American Idol Singer on His Tourette Syndrome, Suicide Attempt and Finding Hope in Christ

Evangelist Alveda King is an author, singer, songwriter and advocate for the unborn. She’s also the niece of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.Before Alveda accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior, she had two abortions.“I confessed my sins, which included those abortions. Even though I had been tricked, lied to and fooled into thinking they were okay, they were not, and I was not. … But I began to be healed and become a voice for life.” Alveda shares about growing up in the King family, losing her uncle and forgiving the people who tried to destroy her family. You can connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/

MLK’s Niece Alveda King on Racism, Forgiveness and Why She Became a Pro-Life Advocate

“When I was 11, I had already tried to commit suicide twice. I really thought that I had no purpose on this earth.”Then Nona Jones had an encounter with God, and her life began to change. But Nona couldn’t have true freedom until she forgave her abusers.Listen to how she found peace, purpose, and a new career as the head of faith-based partnerships at Facebook.Nona Jones is our guest on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories. Featuring music from Jasmine Murray.You can connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/

Facebook Executive’s Faith Leads to Forgiveness of Childhood Abusers

Andy Peterson was 24 years old when a mountain lion attacked him on a hiking trail in Colorado. “I didn’t even see it coming, slammed into me, got the claws just in the chest. We landed a couple feet off the trail.”In that moment, Andy’s life flashed before him. And he didn’t like what he saw—a self-centered guy who stole from his family and used the money for hard drugs and partying.In Part 1 of this two-part episode of GPS, Andy’s story parallels the parable of the Prodigal Son from the Bible. They were both running away. They were both caught in sin. But love and forgiveness would have the final say.You can connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio on Facebook at www.facebook.com/billygrahamradioFeaturing music from Micah Tyler.

He Survived a Mountain Lion Attack—and His Own Wild Living (Part 1 of 2)

When a mountain lion attacked Andy Peterson on a hiking trail in Colorado, his life—and his sins—flashed before him.“And I scream out to God, just, ‘God, help me!’ … And here’s a God that I mocked all my life. Here’s a God that I wanted nothing to do with.”In the second half of this two-part GPS, Andy shares the heart-pounding play-by-play of his battle with the lion—and his life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ.Listen to Part 1: https://billygraham.org/audio/he-survived-a-mountain-lion-attack-and-his-own-wild-living-part-1-of-2/Featuring music from Hawk Nelson and excerpts from the Billy Graham message “Daniel, A Religious Revolutionary”. Listen to the full Billy Graham message here: https://billygraham.org/audio/daniel-a-religious-revolutionary/You can connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/

He Survived a Mountain Lion Attack—and His Own Wild Living (Part 2 of 2)

“As long as there’s breath, there’s hope.”Suicide, crime, and abuse rates are alarmingly high for Native American youth. After learning about this and taking a trip to a reservation in high school, Brad Hutchcraft dedicated his life to telling Native American kids about the love of Jesus Christ. Brad shares about his own journey of faith and how his ministry, On Eagles’ Wings, is helping young Native Americans find Jesus on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.Featuring music from Citizen Way and a message from Billy Graham.You can get in touch with us by emailing GPS@billygraham.org or Billy Graham Radio on Facebook.A production of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

High Suicide and Crime Rates Move Man to Help Native Americans Find Hope in Christ

Skillet is a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum rock band whose songs have been streamed more than a billion times. It’s popular with Christian and non-Christian audiences alike. Korey Cooper and her husband, John, are one half of Skillet. All four members of Skillet live out their faith in front of other bands and the millions of people who have attended their concerts.  
 
Korey talks about that, as well as about sharing her faith with a friend who was facing stage four cancer and didn’t have a relationship with God. You’ll also learn how Korey met John and how you can be victorious even when life is really hard. “We don’t like pain and we don’t like trials but they’re good for us and we can find God in them.” 
 
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Featuring music from Skillet, plus an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message “Go and Tell This People” (Part 2). Listen to the full message here: https://billygraham.org/audio-cat/sermons/?s=go+and+tell+this+people. 
 
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Skillet is a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum rock band whose songs have been streamed more than a billion times. It’s popular with Christian and non-Christian audiences alike. Korey Cooper and her husband, John, are one half of Skillet. All four members of Skillet live out their faith in front of other bands and the millions of people who have attended their concerts. 

Korey talks about that, as well as about sharing her faith with a friend who was facing stage four cancer and didn’t have a relationship with God. You’ll also learn how Korey met John and how you can be victorious even when life is really hard. “We don’t like pain and we don’t like trials but they’re good for us and we can find God in them.”

If you’re anxious or fearful and would like to pray with someone, call the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Prayer Line at 1-888-388-2683.


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Skillet’s Korey Cooper on Sharing Her Faith On and Off Stage

“I heard the Lord say, ‘Show the world My grace.’”Craig James was a drug dealer and drug addict who was always chasing the next high. His life was spiraling out of control at the age of 27 when he felt a strong urge to go to his aunt’s church. Craig had an encounter with Jesus there that changed his life.Today, Craig is a rapper who goes by the name 5ive (pronounced “Five”). His music and his concerts are totally focused on telling the world about Jesus and freedom from sin. 5ive is our guest on this edition of GPS: God. People. Stories. and you’ll be hearing some of his music throughout the episode.Featuring an excerpt from Billy Graham’s 1957 message “The Grace of God.” You can listen to the full message here: https://billygraham.org/audio/the-grace-of-god/Also, be sure to connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

From Meth Addict to Christian Rapper: 5ive’s Journey

At the height of his career, while leading a large church in California, Terry Wardle had an emotional breakdown and was institutionalized as a result.“It’s hard, it’s humiliating. And depression is a beast. It causes you to lose perspective on what’s real and what is not real. It’s hard to muster up hope.”But hope is exactly what Terry found when he began to let Jesus shine a light on the dark childhood memories he had tried to bury in the past. You’ll also hear from the International Director of the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team, talking about the ministry’s response to Hurricane Dorian. Learn more about the work of the Rapid Response Team: https://billygraham.org/what-we-do/evangelism-outreach/rapid-response-team/about/?dr=billygrahamrrt.orgThis episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s 1965 message “Be Not Despondent.” You can listen to the full message here: https://billygraham.org/audio/be-not-despondent/Also, be sure to connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

At the height of his career, while leading a large church in California, Terry Wardle had an emotional breakdown and was institutionalized as a result.“It’s hard, it’s humiliating. And depression is a beast. It causes you to lose perspective on what’s real and what is not real. It’s hard to muster up hope.”But hope is exactly what Terry found when he began to let Jesus shine a light on the dark childhood memories he had tried to bury in the past. You’ll also hear from the International Director of the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team, talking about the ministry’s response to Hurricane Dorian. Learn more about the work of the Rapid Response Team: https://billygraham.org/what-we-do/evangelism-outreach/rapid-response-team/about/?dr=billygrahamrrt.orgThis episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s 1965 message “Be Not Despondent.” You can listen to the full message here: https://billygraham.org/audio/be-not-despondent/Also, be sure to connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.o

'It's Humiliating': A Pastor's Emotional Breakdown Leads to His Healing

“I just prayed, ‘Lord, help us… We need you bad.’”New York City firefighter Mike Anson’s faith in Jesus was forever changed by the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. As Mike helped to dig through the wreckage of the fallen World Trade Center towers, he felt depressed. But as time went on, Mike began to feel God’s presence and peace. Hear the full story on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.Featuring music from MercyMe and an excerpt from Billy Graham’s address to the nation three days after the 9/11 attacks. You can hear that message here: https://billygraham.org/audio/address-at-natl-day-of-prayer-and-remembrance/Learn more about the Billy Graham Rapid Response team here: www.billygrahamrrt.orgAlso, be sure to connect with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

A New York City Firefighter Remembers 9/11

“The very thing, blindness, that should have taken me down, that’s the one thing that God has really used to give me a platform of ministry.”Author and Bible teacher Jennifer Rothschild describes what it’s like to go from having eyesight to losing it. She also shares about her family, ministry work and relationship with Jesus on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.This episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message “The Blind Man,” from New York City in 1957. Listen to the full message here: billygraham.org/audio/the-blind-man/You can get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/You can connect with Jennifer Rothschild at jenniferrothschild.com or on her Facebook page: facebook.com/jennifer.j.rothschild/If you’d like to know more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have, visit findpeacewithgod.netMusic used in this episode:Sara Groves – Like a Lake @ 0:33Sara Groves – It Is Well @ 8:00 and 16:20Sara Groves – Enough @ 20:20GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

“The very thing, blindness, that should have taken me down, that’s the one thing that God has really used to give me a platform of ministry.”Author and Bible teacher Jennifer Rothschild describes what it’s like to go from having eyesight to losing it. She also shares about her family, ministry work and relationship with Jesus on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.This episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message “The Blind Man,” from New York City in 1957. Listen to the full message here: billygraham.org/audio/the-blind-man/You can get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/You can connect with Jennifer Rothschild at jenniferrothschild.com or on her Facebook page: facebook.com/jennifer.j.rothschild/If you’d like to know more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have, visit findpeacewithgod.netMusic used in this episode:

Blind Faith: Why Jennifer Rothschild Calls Her Loss of Sight a Gift from God

Nate Larkin was a pastor, married with three children, who had allowed himself to be trapped by pornography and sexual addiction. It wasn’t until his wife discovered Nate’s secrets and drew a line in the sand that Nate found freedom.“I don’t think I ever really met Jesus, until I stepped out of my religious persona and become just another desperate, broken man.”Nate recounts his struggle and his recovery on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.This episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message “Obsession With Sex”, from the May 14, 1967 edition of The Hour of Decision radio program. Listen to the full message here: https://billygraham.org/audio/obsession-with-sex/You can get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/If you’d like to know more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have, visit www.FindPeaceWithGod.netMusic used in this episode: MercyMe – Free @ 0:30Citizen Way – How Sweet the Sound @ 11:11Micah Tyler – Wretch No More @ 15:17GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

Nate Larkin was a pastor, married with three children, who had allowed himself to be trapped by pornography and sexual addiction. It wasn’t until his wife discovered Nate’s secrets and drew a line in the sand that Nate found freedom.“I don’t think I ever really met Jesus, until I stepped out of my religious persona and become just another desperate, broken man.”Nate recounts his struggle and his recovery on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.This episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message “Obsession With Sex”, from the May 14, 1967 edition of The Hour of Decision radio program. Listen to the full message here: https://billygraham.org/audio/obsession-with-sex/You can get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/If you’d like to know more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have, visit www.FindPeaceWithGod.netMusic used 

Porn-Addicted Pastor Finds Freedom and a New Ministry

“Stand strong, don’t be afraid. Lift up Christ because this world is coming to an end.”Listen in on a conversation Franklin Graham recently had with his daughter, Cissie Graham Lynch, on her podcast, Fearless.You’ll hear Franklin Graham discuss what makes him nervous when speaking. He and Cissie also talk about his connection to Alaska, his love of flying and how he wants to make his life count by boldly sharing his faith.This episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “How Can I Be Sure?” Listen to the full message: https://billygraham.org/audio/how-can-i-be-sure/You can get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have: www.FindPeaceWithGod.netMusic used in this episode:Newsboys – Guilty @ 0:45 and 1:59Jasmine Murray – Vapor @ 13:09Jasmine Murray – Fearless @18:19GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

“Stand strong, don’t be afraid. Lift up Christ because this world is coming to an end.”Listen in on a conversation Franklin Graham recently had with his daughter, Cissie Graham Lynch, on her podcast, Fearless.You’ll hear Franklin Graham discuss what makes him nervous when speaking. He and Cissie also talk about his connection to Alaska, his love of flying and how he wants to make his life count by boldly sharing his faith.This episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “How Can I Be Sure?” Listen to the full message: https://billygraham.org/audio/how-can-i-be-sure/You can get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have: www.FindPeaceWithGod.netMusic used in this episode:Newsboys – Guilty @ 0:45 and 1:59Jasmine Murray – Vapor @ 13:09Jasmine Murray – Fearless @18:19GPS is an out

Getting to Know Franklin Graham

Rebecca Bender thought she had found “the one.” But her boyfriend wasn’t who he claimed to be.“He said, ‘Get dressed up, I want to take you out on the town,’” Rebecca remembers. “And instead he takes me to a dead-end street.”That was the first day of nearly six years of violence at the hands of sex traffickers in the United States. But even in the midst of her horror, God’s love broke through and freedom was on the horizon. Rebecca shares her harrowing experience on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.This episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “Hopeless, Yet There Is Hope.” Listen to the full message:  www.billygraham.org/audio/hopeless-yet-there-is-hope-2/Join us in praying for Franklin Graham’s upcoming outreach in the United Kingdom: https://grahamtouruk.billygraham.orgGet in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have: www.FindPeaceWithGod.netDiscover more about Rebecca Bender’s desire to help people who are or have been caught in human trafficking: www.rebeccabender.org/Listen to more episodes of GPS and over 1,500 Billy Graham messages: www.billygrahamradio.orgMusic used in this episode:Skillet – Victorious @ 0:25Laura Story – You Came Running @ 15:49Laura Story – You Came Running @ 20:31GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

Rebecca Bender thought she had found “the one.” But her boyfriend wasn’t who he claimed to be.“He said, ‘Get dressed up, I want to take you out on the town,’” Rebecca remembers. “And instead he takes me to a dead-end street.”That was the first day of nearly six years of violence at the hands of sex traffickers in the United States. But even in the midst of her horror, God’s love broke through and freedom was on the horizon. Rebecca shares her harrowing experience on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.This episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “Hopeless, Yet There Is Hope.” Listen to the full message:  www.billygraham.org/audio/hopeless-yet-there-is-hope-2/Join us in praying for Franklin Graham’s upcoming outreach in the United Kingdom: https://grahamtouruk.billygraham.orgGet in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jes

Once Trafficked by Her Boyfriend, Now She Has New Life

“If your life is built on things that can be taken away from you, you’re going to shatter.”From being surrounded by danger and death in Iraq, to grieving his son’s unsolved murder, Dr. Lee Warren has been through a lot in his life. All the trauma has led him closer to Jesus and he’s glad to share why on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.This episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “Service of Thanksgiving, Celebration and Hope.” Listen to the full message: https://billygraham.org/audio/service-of-thanksgiving-celebration-and-hope/Join us in praying for Franklin Graham’s upcoming outreach in the United Kingdom: https://billygraham.org/story/franklin-graham-to-uk-media-were-not-here-to-preach-against-anyone/Learn more about Lee Warren’s ministry and writing: https://wleewarrenmd.com/Get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have: www.FindPeaceWithGod.netMusic used in this episode:Austin French – Why God? @ 0:43The Afters – Find Your Way @ 16:35Austin French – Why God? @ 21:35GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

“If your life is built on things that can be taken away from you, you’re going to shatter.”From being surrounded by danger and death in Iraq, to grieving his son’s unsolved murder, Dr. Lee Warren has been through a lot in his life. All the trauma has led him closer to Jesus and he’s glad to share why on this episode of GPS: God. People. Stories.This episode features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “Service of Thanksgiving, Celebration and Hope.” Listen to the full message: https://billygraham.org/audio/service-of-thanksgiving-celebration-and-hope/Join us in praying for Franklin Graham’s upcoming outreach in the United Kingdom: https://billygraham.org/story/franklin-graham-to-uk-media-were-not-here-to-preach-against-anyone/Learn more about Lee Warren’s ministry and writing: https://wleewarrenmd.com/Get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/Learn more about beginning a relationship

Brain Surgeon Finds Hope in Christ After Son’s Death

From being influenced by Billy and Ruth Graham to dealing with his wife’s health problems, pastor and author Robert J. Morgan shares the highs and lows of a life spent serving the Lord.“God’s promised to us that our work in Him is not in vain.”This episode of GPS: God. People. Stories. features an excerpt from Billy Graham’s message, “The University of Life.” Listen to the full message: https://billygraham.org/audio/the-university-of-life-2/Get in touch with us through email at gps@billygraham.org or on Billy Graham Radio’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/billygrahamradio/Learn more about beginning a relationship with Jesus Christ or deepening the relationship you already have: www.FindPeaceWithGod.netMusic used in this episode:MercyMe – I Would Die For You @ 0:35 and 14:03MercyMe – Lifer @ 18:46GPS is an outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

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