Then God Moved

Adira hears from abuse survivor Kayla Nations, who recently went public with her story of child grooming and assault. Their conversation focuses on Kayla's childhood relationship with her abuser, the abuser's deception, his church's reaction, and the love of Christ that ultimately prompted Kayla to forgive. Please note: this episode contains details of grooming and sexual abuse and may be triggering to some. You can read Kayla's public statement here and can also connect with her directly via Instagram. While you're using your listening app, please consider leaving the podcast a rating and a review! And as always, feel free to connect with Adira via Instagram or via email at ThenGodMoved@gmail.com.

This is Adira's unreleased 2020 conversation with beloved film actress Ashley Bratcher. Ashley is best known for her lead role in the 2019 film "Unplanned," which details the faith journey of former Planned Parenthood director Abby Johnson. During this conversation, Ashley discusses the literal miracle of her "Unplanned" casting, her battles against drugs and mental illness, and the prophetic dream that eventually led her Home. While you're here, please consider leaving a rating and a review...and as always, feel free to connect with Adira via Instagram, Facebook, and or via email @ ThenGodMoved@gmail.com!

Episode Notes Early in 2020, Carolyn Bradley's drug addiction led her to an Alabama hotel room where she was forced to sell sex; in other words, for six months, Carolyn was sex trafficked. But though those were among the darkest months of her life, it was through this experience that she met Jesus. In this episode, Adira, Carolyn, and Carolyn's father Rusty discuss Carolyn's captivity, her release, as well as the radical forgiveness that permanently freed them both.

Adira chats with Nigerian hiphop/Afro-pop musician Adole Moses (stage name: A Mose). They discuss Adole's childhood fear of hell (and how he overcame it), the Holy Spirit's role in his music-making process, and the temptations that come with being in the public eye. This is a fun, upbeat episode! Listen, refuel, and be sure to leave a rating/review! And don't forget to check out A Mose's beats (link: Spotify)...you'll be glad you did.

In this episode, Adira chats with Douglas Gresham, stepson of legendary writer C.S. Lewis. As you'll hear, Douglas is quite the accomplished writer himself...he's also an actor, record producer, and most famously, a lead producer of Walt Disney's The Chronicles of Narnia films. Douglas shares a bit about his professional journey, but the conversation focuses on the difficult, personal stories that the public has not yet heard. To sum it up, this is a conversation about Douglas' transition from spiritual and emotional death to eternal life in Christ! *After listening, please take a moment to leave a rating and review!!!*

How do you know your life matters? How do you know you're of ultimate value and worth? How do bitterness and anger affect our souls? What is a sin cycle – and how do we get free? In this episode, Professor Louis Markos tackles these and other tough, existential questions. You might want to grab your journal...! While you're here, please consider leaving a rating and a review. And as always, feel free to connect with Adira via Instagram, Facebook, and or via email @ ThenGodMoved@gmail.com!

In the middle of last summer, Brooke and Adam Fish returned from vacation to find most of their belongings missing. Their car was gone. Their bikes and computers and cameras were gone. What's more – their home/car insurance had expired, leaving them nearly $30,000 in the hole. Things looked bleak, but through the mouth of their 16-year-old son, the Lord spoke – and Light entered: "I feel like it's going to be okay...God's gonna do something amazing through this." Sure enough, God did! Listen and be encouraged. While you're here, please please bless us by leaving a rating and a review! And be sure to check out Brooke and Adam's podcast, The Unseen Story. As always, feel free to connect with Adira via Instagram, Facebook, and or via email @ ThenGodMoved@gmail.com.

As a baby, Davina Stallworth suffered a stroke that partially paralyzed her face. What followed that stroke were years upon years of self-hate, bullying, and abuse. Davina's life lacked direction and purpose...then, God moved. After listening to this episode, please take a minute to leave a rating and a review! And as always, feel free to share any questions or comments via Instagram, Facebook, and via email @ ThenGodMoved@gmail.com. You can also learn more this week's guest here.

In this episode, Adira chats with bestselling author and art historian Terry Glaspey about a range of hot topics, including the evangelical fear of imagery and symbolism, the differences between worldly and godly justice, biblical illiteracy, and how to pray when you don't know (and certainly don't love) God. This is a semi touchy conversation...buckle up! While you're here, please consider leaving a rating and a review. And as always, feel free to share any questions or comments via Instagram, Facebook, and via email @ ThenGodMoved@gmail.com.

In this episode, musician and creative director Gatton unpacks toxic church cultures, how inequality and trauma affect friendships, shame and sexual sin, and why he now questions everything – even the things he knows he knows. Lots of good stuff here!!! If you wish to support @ThenGodMoved, please consider leaving a rating and/or review. You should also feel free to share any questions or comments via Instagram, Facebook, and via email @ ThenGodMoved@gmail.com.

Becca Bradley (@beccabradleymusic) unpacks biblical justice vs. earthly justice, her journey from unbelief to faith, and what drives her to forego more commercial faith-based music ($$$) in favor of stranger, darker, and HOPE-filled Christian music. If you wish to support Then God Moved, please consider subscribing to our Patreon! You can also support us by leaving a rating and/or review. As always, please feel free to share any questions or comments via Instagram, Facebook, and via email @ ThenGodMoved@gmail.com.

In this episode, new-age-influencer-turned-Christian-stylist Amanda Ruocco (@aruocca) discusses her journey from deception to truth, her battles against shame and self-hate, and how God totally transformed her life...and her wardrobe! If you wish to support Then God Moved, please consider subscribing to our Patreon! You can also support us by leaving a rating and/or review. As always, please feel free to share any questions or comments via Instagram, Facebook, and via email @ ThenGodMoved@gmail.com.

When Zara McCarthy's fiancé (footballer Jason McCarthy) first told her about his new faith in Christ, Zara was mostly okay with it. She figured he could just keep his faith to himself...but as she soon learned, he couldn't. As she tells it, "By day three, God was in every single one of his sentences. That's when I started to think it was getting to be a bit much." Within a few weeks, Zara (who then 8 months pregnant), began considering a breakup. But before she could run away, God sent Zara a series of dreams that revealed His deep love for her...and as her knowledge of God's love grew, Zara (like Jason) miraculously came to life in Christ! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and/or a review! And please feel free to share any questions or comments via Instagram, Facebook, and via email @ ThenGodMoved@gmail.com. You can also connect with this week's guest via Instagram: @zaramccarthy__.

Pro footballer Jason McCarthy was uninterested in Jesus, until he overheard a conversation between two Christian teammates. In his words, "It was like they were just talking about another person...I'd never heard anybody talk about God like that. Like He was real." Intrigued, Jason began seeking the Lord through Scripture and prayer...then, when he least expected it, he heard the Lord's voice. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a rating and a review! And be sure to connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and on ThenGodMoved.com. You can also connect with this week's guest via Instagram: @jasonmccarthy_. Stay encouraged!

In 8th grade, Isabella Rose broke her jaw. She couldn't chew solid foods or even yawn...and she was told that it would take 3 years to heal. But only 9 months later, the Lord called her to the front of a church, where she was miraculously healed! Five years later, Isabella is still gleefully sharing her story. Together, Isabella and (host) Adira discuss a number of issues, including miracles, lust, Hollywood, and Christian art. There’s a lot of joy and laughter In this one...listen and be encouraged! If you enjoy this show, please leave us a rating and review! Please also feel free to send us any comments or questions via Instagram, Facebook, or ThenGodMoved@gmail.com. And of course, be sure to connect with Isabella on Instagram and TikTok!

While on a missions trip at age 19, Brock Heasley got a nightmare call from home. For the second time in Brock's young life, his father had been gunned down. But this time, he hadn't survived. As Brock tells it, he only felt angry for a moment. To his surprise, his anger was quickly replaced with empathy, compassion, and even forgiveness toward his father's killers. In Brock's darkest moment, Light found him...and changed him for good. To learn more about Brock's faith journey, check out his memoir The Other Side of Fear. To learn more about his feature film The Shift (and to invest!), visit the Angel Studios website. And be sure to check out the short film on YouTube! If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a rating and review! And always feel free to reach out via Instagram, Facebook, or ThenGodMoved@gmail.com.

At age 28, musician Jane Marczewski was diagnosed with terminal cancer. On top of that, her husband then abandoned her. Facing both divorce and death, Jane fell into despair...and GOD MET HER THERE. In a crazy turn of events, the Lord called her to forgive her ex-husband...and in that forgiveness, she found spiritual AND physical healing! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review! Please also feel free to send us any comments or questions via Instagram, Facebook, or ThenGodMoved@gmail.com. And of course, be sure to connect with Jane on Instagram and Spotify! Until next week!!

In this episode, I pick the brain of Timothy Ratajczak, screenwriter of hit PureFlix series "The Encounter." Together, we discuss God’s providence, spiritual warfare, and the truth about “corny” Christian media. Lots to learn! If you enjoyed this episode, please please rate, review, and subscribe! You can also support us via Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved or Venmo @ThenGodMoved. And feel free to reach out with comments or questions via Instagram, Facebook, or ThenGodMoved@gmail.com.

In this episode, I chat with abuse survivor, mother, and legal non-profit founder Amanda Shaw. As you’ll hear, it was Amanda’s own custody battle that opened her eyes to the corruption and inequality within American family courts –– deep systemic issues that she's now fighting head-on. Amanda has an AWESOME personal testimony and a deep love for the Lord...listen and be encouraged! If you enjoyed this episode, please please rate, review, and subscribe! You can also support us via Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved or Venmo @ThenGodMoved. And feel free to reach out with comments or questions via Instagram, Facebook, or ThenGodMoved@gmail.com.

In this episode, Nathan Stirling (bassist of indie Christian band Rivers & Robots) opens up about meeting the Lord on his own, singleness, the importance of GOOD Christian music, and the art of surrender. Lots of wisdom here! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe! You can also support us via Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved or Venmo @ThenGodMoved. And please feel free to send comments or questions at any time via Instagram, Facebook, or ThenGodMoved@gmail.com.

Like many millennials, entrepreneur Val Reynolds spent years tangled up in hustle culture. Her hard work certainly payed off, but there was one major issue: she was chasing her will, not God’s. Not only that – Val had made an idol out of money. Fortunately, God (in all of His faithfulness) chased her down. This is the story of how the Lord brought Val low in order to bring her back home. If you enjoyed this episode, please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE! You can also support us via Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved or Venmo @ThenGodMoved. If you ever want to shoot over a comment or question, you can connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and on ThenGodMoved.com. Peace and blessings!!

Why does God allow some to live, while others die? How can you hold onto your faith during hard times? In sharing his personal encounters with the Lord, TV/film writer Darren Scott Jacobs tackles these questions and more. To hear more testimonies, connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and on ThenGodMoved.com. You can also support our ministry by RATING, REVIEWING, AND SUBSCRIBING to the show!! If you'd like to make a donation, you can do so via Patreon.com/ThenGodMoved or Venmo @ThenGodMoved. Peace and blessings!

Episode Notes Actress/singer Rachel began following the Lord in her youth, but she rarely recognized the Lord's presence. But then, JUST TWO DAYS before we sat down to record this episode, GOD MOVED! Listen and be encouraged. To hear more testimonies, connect with Then God Moved on Instagram, Facebook, and on ThenGodMoved.com. You can also connect with Rachel at @rachelsimwebb on Instagram. You can support us by: RATING, REVIEWING, AND SUBSCRIBING!! Becoming a patron: patreon.com/ThenGodMoved Venmo: @ThenGodMoved Peace and blessings!!!

Episode Notes At age 16, Melissa Queentanilla found herself in an abusive relationship. A year later, Jesus stepped in. Since then, Melissa has been on a journey toward freedom and wholeness in Christ. She now serves as a preacher and educator on the relationship between faith and mental health. Listen and be encouraged! To hear more testimonies, connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and on ThenGodMoved.com. You can also connect with Melissa at @graceandlogic on Instagram. And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, please RATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE!! Peace and blessings.

A few years ago, British soccer player Alex Samuel suffered a career-ending injury. Things got tough...then God sent him a dream. That dream contained details of God's plan for Alex's life, all of which is now being publicly lived out for God's glory. Listen and be encouraged! You can connect with Alex via Instagram: @alexsamuel_95. If you enjoyed this episode, please help us out by rating, reviewing, and subscribing! And be sure to connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and on ThenGodMoved.com. Thank you for the support!!

Doreen Virtue was the #1 best-selling author at the top new age publishing house. Between books, oracle cards, workshops, and glitzy speaking engagements, Doreen lived the high life. In the eyes of the world, she had it all...then she met Jesus. If you enjoyed this episode, please RATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE! And be sure to connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and on ThenGodMoved.com.

On June 12, 2016, Angel Colon was at an Orlando gay nightclub when he heard shots. As he started running, he was shot 3 times. A few minutes later, he was shot 3 more times. As Angel will tell you, he was one of the fortunate ones. Though he was severely wounded, he was not one of the 49 people that lost their lives. Not only did Angel survive, but the shooting kicked off a series of events that drove him into the arms of Jesus. This is his story. To learn more about Angel's ministry, follow @angel_colon and visit FearlessIdentity.co. If you enjoyed this episode, please RATE, REVIEW, AND SUBSCRIBE! And be sure to connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, and on ThenGodMoved.com.

When Mitchell Minor was born, doctors gave him a life expectancy of 5 years. Fortunately, God had a very different plan. For more information about the the groundwater contamination underlying Mitchell's condition, check out the documentary No Defense, which was named the June 2020 Best Documentary Feature at the Festigious International Film Festival. And of course, be sure to pick up a copy of the family's memoir, Overwhelmed: Mitchell's Memoir. Connect with Then God Moved on Instagram, Facebook, and the Then God Moved blog.