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Ryan Stevenson is a singer, songwriter, and Grammy-nominated recording artist behind "Eye of the Storm" and "Speak Life". Raised in rural southern Oregon, Stevenson worked 9 years as a frontline paramedic before his music career took off. With five number 1 singles, a Grammy nomination, Billboard Music Award nomination, a Dove award (2017), ASCAP honors and major tour bills with the likes of TobyMac, MercyMe, and the Newsboys, Ryan Stevenson has already distinguished himself as a rare talent whose unique perspective guides his honest lyrics and sonic sensibilities. In this "Weathering the Storm" podcast, Ryan gives you a seat next to him as he vulnerably connects with friends, guests and artists as they share their powerful testimonies; their stories about enduring the storms in their lives and how God's faithfulness met them in their darkest moments.In the eye of the storm, You remain in the control,  In the middle of the war, You guard my soul You alone are the anchor when my sails are torn Your love surrounds me in the eye of the storm

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    • Dec 15, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 37 EPISODES

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    Ep 36: The Gift of Today featuring Tim Timmons

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 14:24


    How would you respond if you found out you had five years left to live? On this episode Tim Timmons shares about being diagnosed with a rare form of liver Cancer 20 years ago and his ongoing battle. Listen as this father of 4 reminds us that God's timing and prognosis for our lives is often very different that what the world says. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a 'Weathering the Storm' episode! Click here for more on Tim Timmons. Click here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 34: Every Little Win featuring Todd Tilghman

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 25:54


    You may just know him as the winner of season 18 of the Voice, but Todd Tilghman is also a father of 8 kids and weathered some storms. Listen as Todd shares about being separated from his wife and the challenges of growing their family through adoption. Plus gives the marriage advice no one else gives! Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a 'Weathering the Storm' episode! Click here for more on Todd Tilghman and click here for his book 'Every Little Win'. Click here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 33: Forgiveness Through Infidelity featuring Ben Sechler

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 22:57


    Today's episode is a powerful story about forgiveness and grace. Ben Sechler shares about his journey with his family. Years ago he found out that his wife was cheating on him, and she ended up pregnant. Where the story went next will astonish you! Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a 'Weathering the Storm' episode! Click here for more on Ben Sechler. Click here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 32: Bowen's Heart featuring Matt Hammitt

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 15:58


    In this episode artist Matt Hammitt shares about the storms he's weathered with his son Bowen who was born with half a heart and even died at one point! If you need to be reminded that God is faithful and in the business of healing , this is for you! Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a Weathering the Storm episode! Click here for more on Matt Hammitt. Click here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 31: Peace Amidst Panic and Anxiety featuring JJ Heller

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 25:00


    In this episode artist JJ Heller opens up about weathering the storms of severe anxiety and debilitating panic attacks and how she's learned to navigate it. It is an epidemic these days so we hope this conversation brings great value if you find yourself in this place today. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Click here for more on JJ Heller. Click here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 30: Breakups Are Hard featuring Mike Donehey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 26:52


    As you know breaking up is hard, which is what this episode is all about. Mike Donehey, formally of the band Tenth Avenue North, now an author and solo artist reflects on his journey full of breakups and how God was working. If you find yourself weathering a season of change or transition this is for you. Plus, you'll appreciate Mike even more for his brilliant Bob Ross illustration! Click here for more on Mike Donehey. Click here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 29: Fires featuring Jordan St. Cyr

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 20:07


    On this powerful episode, artist and songwriter Jordan St. Cyr opens up about the health struggles his young daughter has been dealing with since birth. You parents will relate to the fear around an uncertain future for our kids. Enjoy Jordan's story and don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a 'Weathering the Storm' episode! Click here for more on Jordan St. Cyr. Click here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 28: Your Testimony is the Greatest Story You'll Ever Tell featuring Billy Ballenger

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 34:27


    On this episode, artist Billy Ballenger shares about immense pain and struggle in his young life from being bullied, a young married father by 18 and a SWAT team raid that ended up with his wife being arrested and losing their baby! Enjoy this amazing and inpiring story of God's redemption and restoration and don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a 'Weathering the Storm' episode! Click here for more on Billy Ballenger. Click here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 27: Grace in Redemption featuring Rhett Walker

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 20:15


    If you feel like your life hasn't gone as expected, then today's episode is for you! Our guest singer/songwriter Rhett Walker shares about his journey from being a pastors kid to getting his girlfriend pregnant in high school. Hear about how God met him in his unintended storms and don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a 'Weathering the Storm' episode! Click here for more on Rhett Walker. Click here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 26: Over It featuring Kelsey Grimm

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 34:08


    Today's episode deserves a warning for mature content, but is really powerful redemption story and sadly indicative of an epidemic across college campuses of sexual assault and alcohol abuse and suicide. Our guest is a pastors daughter with first hand experience of weathering these storms. Don't forget to subscribe now so you never miss any of these important conversations! Click Here for Kelsey's book "Over It: Forgetting Who You're Expected To Be and Becoming Who Are Already Are" Click Here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 25: Meeting Jesus featuring Brian "Head" Welch

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 37:10


    This kick off season 3 episode features a dramatic conversion story. Bryan Welch was part of the mainstream metal band, KORN that sold over 40 million albums. Brian's personal storms included bullying, drug addiction and loss of a marriage, but let's find out what changed when he met Jesus. Don't forget to subscribe now so you never miss a 'Weathering the Storm' episode!

    Ep 35: Trusting God featuring Mikey Howard

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 33:23


    This episode features the frontman of the band 7eventh Time Down, Mikey Howard. Listen as Mikey shares about the journey he and his wife have been on with their youngest daughter who was born with a brain condition. If you or someone close to you find are seeking healing, we hope this conversation encourages you like the cable guy did for Mikey! Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a 'Weathering the Storm' episode! Click here for more on Mikey Howard and 7eventh Time Down. Click here for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 24: God's Never Done With Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 29:52


    In this season 2 finale Ryan sits down with Mac Powell. Hear one of the most recognizable singing voices in Christian music explain why Third Day ended after their incredble 25 year run, as well as open up about the recent health scare with his wife!Make sure to listen to the end to find out why Mac gave Ryan a black eye and don't forget to subscribe now so you don't miss the next season of 'Weathering the Storm'!Click HERE for more on Mac.Click HERE for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 23: Hope In Front of Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 44:39


    In this episode Ryan sits down with singer Danny Gokey . Hear about Danny's sruggles through poverty, losing his wife Sophia due to congenital heart disease complications, to being a third-place finalist on season 8 of American Idol. Consider sharing this with someone that's struggling with loss right now!New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!Click HERE for more on Danny.Click HERE for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 22: Everything We Have is a Privilege

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 38:05


    In this episode Ryan sits down with the president and co-founder of Gotee records, Joey Elwood. Hear about Joey's story from his catholic upbringing, to starting and running a music label with TobyMac.New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!Click HERE for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 21: Flirting with Darkness

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 33:36


    In this episode Ryan sits down with bestselling author, speaker and pastor Ben Courson. Listen to Ben's story, which is like modern version of Job's, from the loss of his mom and sister to a car accident to the loss of his marriage and brother to cancer. Hear how God generated hope in Ben's life despite severe depression!New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!Click HERE for more on Ben.Click HERE for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 20: Crisis of Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 45:18


    On this week's episode, Ryan sits down with musician Jason Gray to discuss his desire to live a relentlessly truthful and relentlessly authentic life. Listen in as Jason opens up about how the pain from an unwanted divorce, and subsequent loss of identity, led to the collapse of his faith in God. If you find yourself struggling in your faith, you'll realize you're not alone.New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one! Click HERE for the latest on Jason. Click HERE for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 19: Broken Redeemed Restored

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 52:49


    In this episode Ryan sits down with a self made man named Jason Biddle. Listen to Jason's powerful transformation story from drug and alcohol addiction to a christian songwriter. Warning, this is a vivid story, but also a redemptive one!New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!Click HERE for more on Jason.Click HERE for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 18: Surrendering to God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 28:15


    In this episode Ryan sits down with MLB legend Darryl Strawberry. Hear about Daryl's incredible journey, not only as a baseball player, but the pains of growing up with an alcoholic father and battling his own addiction demons. Strap in for a ride and even share this redemptive story!New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one! Click HERE for more on Darryl including his book.Click HERE for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 17: The Power of a Praying Mother

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 47:35


    In this episode Ryan sits down with TobyMac's hype man, as well as a vocalist on the theme song you hear on this podcast, Gabe Patillo. Hear about Gabe's music journey, and the heart ache he's weathered through his parents divorce and what happened through the power of his praying mom!New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!You can follow Gabe on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.Click HERE for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 16: We're In Good Hands

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 47:03


    In this episode Ryan sits down with bestselling author, psychotherapist, and master teacher of the Enneagram, Ian Morgan Cron. Hear about Ian's journey, battling addiction and how he become a champion for the self-discovery tool that's helped millions become more aware of who they truly are called the Enneagram. New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!Click HERE for Ian's book 'The Road Back To You', and HERE for all things Ian. Click HERE for the latest on Ryan.

    Ep 15: Recovery and Redemption

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 54:43


    In this episode Ryan sits down with the lead singer of Unspoken, Chad Mattson. Hear about how Chad grew up in the church and a Christian home, yet battled the demons of drugs and alcohol. Lean in and if you know someone who needs it, share this reminder of the power of recovery and the path to redemption! New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!Click HERE for more on Chad & Unspoken and click HERE for more on Ryan.

    Ep 14: Wild Journeys To Find Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 44:40


    In this episode Ryan sits down with the incredibly transperant singer Tasha Layton. Hear about how Tasha circled the globe chasing different religious experiences after being hurt by the church, singing on American Idol and for Katie Perry and how her wild journey lead her straight back to Jesus. Enjoy this reminder of how sometimes we have to walk in circles to move foward! New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!Click HERE for more on Tasha and HERE for more on Ryan!

    Ep 13: NEW Season with a Newsboy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 29:05


    Weathering the Storm is back with a new season full of incredible testimonies! In this first episode of season 2 Ryan sits down with one of the biggest names in Christian music history... first as a founding member of DC Talk and now as the lead singer of the Newsboys, Michael Tait. Hear about how Michael's weathered the storms of growing up in the inner city of D.C. and being a rival of TobyMac, losing his way in L.A. and finding his way into the Newsboys. New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one! Click HERE for more on Ryan.

    Ep: 12 - Rock and God's Redeeming Power

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 23:49


    In this episode Ryan sits down with the lead singer of Christian rock band Petra John Schlitt. Hear about how John's weathered the storms of isolation from God, and his battle with drugs, alcohol and almost committing suicide. Enjoy this rich episode and conversion story! New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 11 - Oral History of Ryan Stevenson with Bart Millard

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 61:01


    In this episode, the lead singer of MercyMe, Bart Millard takes over as host and interviews Ryan Stevenson. Hear about Ryan's journey 'Weathering the Storm' from upbringing in poverty, to his time as a paramedic which lead to his unconventional journey into music. New episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 10 - The Shack

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 44:24


    In this episode Ryan sits down with Paul Young, the author of the number one New York Times best selling book 'The Shack'. Hear about Paul's journey through heartbreak, abuse and trauma eventually leading to the Christmas preset to his kids known as 'The Shack'. Through Paul's story, you'll be reminded of the goodness of God and how he heals and helps us to forgive! New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 9 - The Search for Peace

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 32:12


    In this episode, Ryan sits down with the man best known in music as 'Rico Suave' and in movies as Ricky in 'Can't Buy Me Love', Gerardo Mejía. Hear about Gerardo's rise to fame, becoming a pastor, and wake-up call after years of cheating. Through Gerardo's search for peace you'll be reminded of how God is the only one that can truly fill us! New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 8 - The Power of Perserverance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 26:47


    In this episode, Ryan sits down with MLB left fielder and former Boston Red Sox player, Daniel Nava. Hear about Daniel's incredible start in major league baseball, and even more incredible testimony. Through Daniel's journey you'll be reminded of the power of perseverance! New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 7 - Sowing Worship

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 47:38


    In this SPECIAL EPISODE, Ryan Stevenson and Rebecca St. James joined forces to be a part of 'The Harvest' simulcast on AccessMore, K-LOVE & AIR1. Hear them share their stories, storms and what it's meant to sow worship in their lives. New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 6 - Losing To Find It

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 30:19


    In this episode, Ryan sits down with the former lead singer of Audio Adrenaline, Mark Stuart. Hear about Mark's heart for Haiti and the storms he's faced through vocal dependance on steroids, and his heart caving in with the loss of his marriage. Through Mark's story you'll be reminded of God's grace in our brokenness! New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 5 - Maybe It's Ok

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 43:12


    In this episode, Ryan sits down with the lead singer of We Are Messengers, Darren Mulligan. Listen to Darren's amazing Irish accent, and long hard journey including cancer, alcoholism, adultery, violence, anorexia, depression and being rescued by Christ. In this episode you'll hear an unbelievable story of redemption and reminder of God's love as we walk through the storms of life! New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 4 - God's Infinite Grace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 37:55


    In this episode, Ryan sits down with writer, producer, and worship leader Steve Fee. They discuss Steve's story, which has become known as a cautionary tale due to his admitted affair, but as you will hear, it's a story of God's infinite grace! New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 3 - The Invitation To Mercy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 49:15


    In this episode, Ryan is joined by Amy Grant. Hear about her journey from childhood, getting a record deal at 16, and the heat of her career highs. Amy also venerably opens up about experiencing God's mercy and how he brought her through the storms of divorce, being blacklisted and accused of not being Christian anymore. New 'Weathering the Storm' episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 2 - I Can Only Imagine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 60:29


    In this episode, Ryan sits down with the lead singer of MercyMe, Bart Millard. Hear about life before 'I Can Only Imagine', then after the movie ends, as Bart shares how God brought him through the storms in his life. New episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 1 - Hope in Light of Loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 41:34


    In this episode, Ryan talks with TobyMac about the recent tragic loss of Toby's first born son Truett. Hear the incredibly vulnerable testimony from Toby, and how he has held tightly to his faith, as he'd had to navigate such an intense life-altering storm for his family. Toby's transparency and wisdom are incredibly compelling, as he shares about holding onto God's promises even in the midst of heart breaking uncertainty! New episodes drop every Wednesday, subscribe now so you never miss one!

    Ep: 0 - Introducing Weathering the Storm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 1:17


    In this podcast Ryan Stevenson will take you on a powerful weekly journey with his friends and musicians like Toby Mac, Amy Grant & Bart Millard about how they've 'weathered the storm' and God has brought them through. The first Episode with Toby Mac starts July 8, subscribe now so you don't miss it!

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