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<rss xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Shaken with Steve Sunshine</title><link>https://purposely.com/podcasts/shaken-with-steve-sunshine/</link><description><![CDATA[<b>Season 2: Shaken with Steve Sunshine</b><br /><br />Even followers of Jesus experience things in life that can make a firm foundation feel kind of well shaky. I will be sharing stories of people finding hope, joy and even humor under difficult life circumstances. The common denominator in these stories is God.<br /><br /><b>Season 1: Hope When Life Hurts with Erica Parkerson</b><br /><br />Welcome to Hope When Life Hurts, a special 5-episode podcast series designed to shine a light on what God is doing during the darkest moments of our lives. God wants to meet you in the middle of your mess. There is Hope for when you lose a loved one and your heart splits in two. Hope for when a transition in life leaves you feeling empty. Hope for when the life you expected to live…simply unravels. The struggle is real, but so is the hope! <br /><br />“You, LORD, keep my lamp burning,” David wrote in the psalms. “My God turns my darkness into light.”<br />(Psalm 18:28)]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/5205109/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Christianity</category><copyright>Copyright CRISTA Media</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg</url><title>Shaken with Steve Sunshine</title><link>https://purposely.com/podcasts/shaken-with-steve-sunshine/</link></image><lastBuildDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:25:19 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>CRISTA Media</itunes:name><itunes:email>comments@purposely.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Shine a light on what God is doing during the darkest moments of our lives.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>Season 2: Shaken with Steve Sunshine</b><br /><br />Even followers of Jesus experience things in life that can make a firm foundation feel kind of well shaky. I will be sharing stories of people finding hope, joy and even humor under difficult life circumstances. The common denominator in these stories is God.<br /><br /><b>Season 1: Hope When Life Hurts with Erica Parkerson</b><br /><br />Welcome to Hope When Life Hurts, a special 5-episode podcast series designed to shine a light on what God is doing during the darkest moments of our lives. God wants to meet you in the middle of your mess. There is Hope for when you lose a loved one and your heart splits in two. Hope for when a transition in life leaves you feeling empty. Hope for when the life you expected to live…simply unravels. The struggle is real, but so is the hope! <br /><br />“You, LORD, keep my lamp burning,” David wrote in the psalms. “My God turns my darkness into light.”<br />(Psalm 18:28)]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Religion &amp; Spirituality"><itunes:category text="Christianity"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Mental Health"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Education"><itunes:category text="Self-Improvement"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Rescued by Jesus with Alex Harter</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/rescued-by-jesus-with-alex-harter--72762065</link><description><![CDATA[Alexandria Harter has been addicted to drugs and alcohol, she has been homeless, she has experienced sexual trauma... Jesus rescued her from all of those things. This episode is the story of how Jesus rescued her and completely transformed her.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4wji22L ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72762065</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72762065/shaken_ep51_alex_harter.mp3" length="25579520" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/237d5c39-7e88-4c40-9327-74d74f49ee0f/237d5c39-7e88-4c40-9327-74d74f49ee0f.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/237d5c39-7e88-4c40-9327-74d74f49ee0f/237d5c39-7e88-4c40-9327-74d74f49ee0f.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/237d5c39-7e88-4c40-9327-74d74f49ee0f/237d5c39-7e88-4c40-9327-74d74f49ee0f.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Alexandria Harter has been addicted to drugs and alcohol, she has been homeless, she has experienced sexual trauma... Jesus rescued her from all of those things. This episode is the story of how Jesus rescued her and completely transformed her.

Show...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Alexandria Harter has been addicted to drugs and alcohol, she has been homeless, she has experienced sexual trauma... Jesus rescued her from all of those things. This episode is the story of how Jesus rescued her and completely transformed her.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4wji22L ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1599</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>alexandriaharter,christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,rescuedbyjesus,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Power of Stubborn Prayer with Jen Tekiele</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-stubborn-prayer-with-jen-tekiele--71991638</link><description><![CDATA[From her own near fatal mystery illness, to her husband's near fatal brain injury, Jen Tekiele has had stubborn faith and prayed stubborn prayers. And she has seen God do miracles. Her story will show that no matter what you are going through, there is hope in the Lord.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3RDreQn ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71991638</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71991638/shaken_ep50_jen_tekiele.mp3" length="28185496" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7adeee89-07d5-48f7-ac62-2125592b6a70/7adeee89-07d5-48f7-ac62-2125592b6a70.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7adeee89-07d5-48f7-ac62-2125592b6a70/7adeee89-07d5-48f7-ac62-2125592b6a70.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7adeee89-07d5-48f7-ac62-2125592b6a70/7adeee89-07d5-48f7-ac62-2125592b6a70.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>From her own near fatal mystery illness, to her husband's near fatal brain injury, Jen Tekiele has had stubborn faith and prayed stubborn prayers. And she has seen God do miracles. Her story will show that no matter what you are going through, there...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[From her own near fatal mystery illness, to her husband's near fatal brain injury, Jen Tekiele has had stubborn faith and prayed stubborn prayers. And she has seen God do miracles. Her story will show that no matter what you are going through, there is hope in the Lord.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3RDreQn ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1762</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>50</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>A Message of Hope from a Dark Place with Camden McKuras</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-message-of-hope-from-a-dark-place-with-camden-mckuras--71792628</link><description><![CDATA[Camden McKuras is in a season of darkness where God seems absent. Right now. This is not a story of past struggle. It's happening now. Camden shares the reason for the hope he has, and you have.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4uoWbpR ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71792628</guid><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71792628/shaken_ep49_camden_mckuras.mp3" length="26240731" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Camden McKuras is in a season of darkness where God seems absent. Right now. This is not a story of past struggle. It's happening now. Camden shares the reason for the hope he has, and you have.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4uoWbpR </itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Camden McKuras is in a season of darkness where God seems absent. Right now. This is not a story of past struggle. It's happening now. Camden shares the reason for the hope he has, and you have.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4uoWbpR ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1641</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>49</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Suffering and Spiritual Formation with Kyle Strobel Part 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/suffering-and-spiritual-formation-with-kyle-strobel-part-2--71024941</link><description><![CDATA[This is a continuation of the discussion in <a href="https://purposely.com/podcasts/shaken/when-god-seems-distant-with-kyle-strobel/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Episode 47 about When God Seems Distant</a>. Kyle talks about how suffering can help you grow spiritually. He also draws a distinction between passion and affection.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/415jRCY ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71024941</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71024941/shaken_ep48_kyle_strobel_part_2.mp3" length="18376829" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This is a continuation of the discussion in https://purposely.com/podcasts/shaken/when-god-seems-distant-with-kyle-strobel/. Kyle talks about how suffering can help you grow spiritually. He also draws a distinction between passion and affection.

Show...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is a continuation of the discussion in <a href="https://purposely.com/podcasts/shaken/when-god-seems-distant-with-kyle-strobel/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Episode 47 about When God Seems Distant</a>. Kyle talks about how suffering can help you grow spiritually. He also draws a distinction between passion and affection.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/415jRCY ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1149</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,kylestrobel,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spiritualformation,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine,suffering</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>48</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>When God Seems Distant with Kyle Strobel</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-god-seems-distant-with-kyle-strobel--70609746</link><description><![CDATA[In this conversation, Kyle Strobel discusses his book 'When God Seems Distant' and explores the themes of spiritual dryness, the desert experience, and the importance of navigating these challenges with grace and understanding. He emphasizes the role of suffering in spiritual growth and the necessity of guidance during difficult times. The discussion also touches on generational shifts in spirituality, the impact of COVID on church dynamics, and the importance of honesty and lament in faith.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4lydW2M ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70609746</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70609746/shsken_ep47_lyle_strobel_pt_1.mp3" length="23844153" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>In this conversation, Kyle Strobel discusses his book 'When God Seems Distant' and explores the themes of spiritual dryness, the desert experience, and the importance of navigating these challenges with grace and understanding. He emphasizes the role...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this conversation, Kyle Strobel discusses his book 'When God Seems Distant' and explores the themes of spiritual dryness, the desert experience, and the importance of navigating these challenges with grace and understanding. He emphasizes the role of suffering in spiritual growth and the necessity of guidance during difficult times. The discussion also touches on generational shifts in spirituality, the impact of COVID on church dynamics, and the importance of honesty and lament in faith.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4lydW2M ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1491</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,kylestrobel,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine,whengodseemsdistant</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>47</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>God Meets Us in Our Suffering with Rolf Jacobson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/god-meets-us-in-our-suffering-with-rolf-jacobson--69771726</link><description><![CDATA[Rolf Jacobson had cancer as a teenager and survived, but it led to the amputation of both his legs. Years later, his brother Karl and their friend Mike were also diagnosed with cancer, and the three began writing a book about their experiences. While Karl passed away before it was finished, Rolf and Mike completed it—an honest, heartfelt, and humor‑filled look at the pain of cancer.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Zgm4dS ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69771726</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:00:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69771726/shaken_ep_46_rolf_jacobson.mp3" length="28508996" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Rolf Jacobson had cancer as a teenager and survived, but it led to the amputation of both his legs. Years later, his brother Karl and their friend Mike were also diagnosed with cancer, and the three began writing a book about their experiences. 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While Karl passed away before it was finished, Rolf and Mike completed it—an honest, heartfelt, and humor‑filled look at the pain of cancer.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Zgm4dS ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1782</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,rolfjacobson,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine,suffering</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>46</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Psalm 23 in the Valley with Steve Sunshine</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/psalm-23-in-the-valley-with-steve-sunshine--68742862</link><description><![CDATA[Sometimes life takes a turn we never expected, and it can feel overwhelming. 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Even when my strength fails, His grace carries me, and I’ve found hope not just for myself, but to share with others who are struggling too.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/47ZCpJ8]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>912</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,diagnosis,faith,hope,overcoming,parkinsons,parkinsonsdiagnosis,podcast,podcastcommunity,psalm23,psalm23inthevalley,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>45</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Singing Through the Fire</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/singing-through-the-fire--68094494</link><description><![CDATA[Lara Silverman has a rare neurological disorder. 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Tragically, the disorder is not the only source of grief in her life. She also lost her...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Lara Silverman has a rare neurological disorder. She lives in a state of constant and severe vertigo. It has cost her her career, and left her mostly homebound. Tragically, the disorder is not the only source of grief in her life. She also lost her husband of one year to cancer. Yet, it would be hard not to describe Lara as a joyful person.  She shares about her journey in her new books Singing Through Fire: Finding Surprising Joy in Life’s Darkest Trials.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/46N65sq ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1872</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,larasilverman,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,singingthroughfire,singingthroughthefire,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>44</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Remember Heaven with Matt McCullough</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/remember-heaven-with-matt-mccullough--67679738</link><description><![CDATA[Matt McCullough is pastor at Edgefield Church in Nashville, and author of Remember Heaven; Meditations on the World to Come for Life in the Meantime. 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So he stopped. And hasn’t gone back. He’s turned it into a ministry which includes the Gospel Tech podcast, which helps guide families to healthy use of all tech. You can hear Gospel Tech right here on Purposely.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67522572</guid><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67522572/shaken_ep42_nathan_sutherland.mp3" length="42578982" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Nathan Sutherland realized his compulsive video gaming had gotten to the point where he didn’t just enjoy playing, he needed to play to be okay. So he stopped. And hasn’t gone back. He’s turned it into a ministry which includes the Gospel Tech...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Nathan Sutherland realized his compulsive video gaming had gotten to the point where he didn’t just enjoy playing, he needed to play to be okay. So he stopped. And hasn’t gone back. He’s turned it into a ministry which includes the Gospel Tech podcast, which helps guide families to healthy use of all tech. You can hear Gospel Tech right here on Purposely.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1775</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Moving from Grief to Action with Cindy Brinker Simmons</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/moving-from-grief-to-action-with-cindy-brinker-simmons--67357243</link><description><![CDATA[Cindy Brinker Simmons is back! Don't miss our first conversation in episode 32. This time we focused in on moving from grief to action. God wants to do something good with the thing that is causing you pain. And it's possible that the person He wants to work through is you!<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/47rPJpy ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67357243</guid><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:35:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67357243/shaken_ep41_cindy_brinker_simmons.mp3" length="43208360" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Cindy Brinker Simmons is back! Don't miss our first conversation in episode 32. This time we focused in on moving from grief to action. God wants to do something good with the thing that is causing you pain. And it's possible that the person He wants...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Cindy Brinker Simmons is back! Don't miss our first conversation in episode 32. This time we focused in on moving from grief to action. God wants to do something good with the thing that is causing you pain. And it's possible that the person He wants to work through is you!<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/47rPJpy ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1801</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,cindybrinkersimmons,faith,grief,hope,movingfromgrieftoaction,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>41</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>A Faith Under Siege with Karl Alhgren</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-faith-under-siege-with-karl-alhgren--67181331</link><description><![CDATA[<i><b>Please note that this episode includes references to the horrors of war. Listener discretion is advised.</b></i><br /><br />Christians in Ukraine have come under attack by the Russian military. Karl Ahlgren has been there serving as a chaplain and has seen it first hand. He talks about the Christians in Ukraine, many of whom are courageously holding on to their faith in Jesus. You'll also hear about the new documentary film, A Faith Under Siege.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3IMBaD3 <br /><br />Karl Ahlgren brings over 40 years of experience in government, politics, and advocacy. A seasoned advisor to members of Congress and a licensed Chaplain in Ukraine, Karl’s commitment to Ukraine is unwavering. Since his first visit in 2023, he has actively worked to highlight the war’s impact, provide humanitarian support, and amplify the voices of Ukrainians on the world stage.<br /><br />Karl Ahlgren first traveled to Ukraine in October 2023. During his nine-day visit, he toured various regions of the country to gain firsthand insight into the impacts of the war. Since then, he has returned to Ukraine multiple times participating in local prayer gatherings and national breakfasts in Odesa, Ismail, and Kyiv; and in September 2024, he collaborated with a documentary filmmaking team to shed light on Russia’s targeted attacks against evangelical believers and churches. <a href="https://www.faithundersiege.com/home" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.faithundersiege.com/home</a><br /><br />In April 2025 he spent 3 weeks in Ukraine visiting military hospitals and front line soldiers to pray with them. He visited Sumy eight days prior to the Palm Sunday attack and returned the day after to offer support and encouragement. <a href="https://www.christianitytoday.com/2025/05/ukrainians-mourn-evangelical-family-killed-while-going-to-church/?utm_medium=widgetsocial" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.christianitytoday.com/2025/05/ukrainians-mourn-evangelical-family-killed-while-going-to-church/?utm_medium=widgetsocial</a><br /><br />Ahlgren is a licensed Chaplain in Ukraine with the Christian Rescue Service of the Military Chaplain Corps. He serves on the Board of Trustees for Ukrainian Week, held the first week in February in Washington, D.C., and also serves on the policy committee of the American Coalition for Ukraine, an alliance of over 100 U.S.-based organizations. In the fall of 2024 Ahlgren established the Ukraine Action Plan, a 501(c)(3).]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67181331</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67181331/shaken_ep40_karl_ahlgren.mp3" length="40637606" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Please note that this episode includes references to the horrors of war. Listener discretion is advised.

Christians in Ukraine have come under attack by the Russian military. Karl Ahlgren has been there serving as a chaplain and has seen it first...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<i><b>Please note that this episode includes references to the horrors of war. Listener discretion is advised.</b></i><br /><br />Christians in Ukraine have come under attack by the Russian military. Karl Ahlgren has been there serving as a chaplain and has seen it first hand. He talks about the Christians in Ukraine, many of whom are courageously holding on to their faith in Jesus. You'll also hear about the new documentary film, A Faith Under Siege.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3IMBaD3 <br /><br />Karl Ahlgren brings over 40 years of experience in government, politics, and advocacy. A seasoned advisor to members of Congress and a licensed Chaplain in Ukraine, Karl’s commitment to Ukraine is unwavering. Since his first visit in 2023, he has actively worked to highlight the war’s impact, provide humanitarian support, and amplify the voices of Ukrainians on the world stage.<br /><br />Karl Ahlgren first traveled to Ukraine in October 2023. During his nine-day visit, he toured various regions of the country to gain firsthand insight into the impacts of the war. Since then, he has returned to Ukraine multiple times participating in local prayer gatherings and national breakfasts in Odesa, Ismail, and Kyiv; and in September 2024, he collaborated with a documentary filmmaking team to shed light on Russia’s targeted attacks against evangelical believers and churches. <a href="https://www.faithundersiege.com/home" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.faithundersiege.com/home</a><br /><br />In April 2025 he spent 3 weeks in Ukraine visiting military hospitals and front line soldiers to pray with them. He visited Sumy eight days prior to the Palm Sunday attack and returned the day after to offer support and encouragement. <a href="https://www.christianitytoday.com/2025/05/ukrainians-mourn-evangelical-family-killed-while-going-to-church/?utm_medium=widgetsocial" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.christianitytoday.com/2025/05/ukrainians-mourn-evangelical-family-killed-while-going-to-church/?utm_medium=widgetsocial</a><br /><br />Ahlgren is a licensed Chaplain in Ukraine with the Christian Rescue Service of the Military Chaplain Corps. He serves on the Board of Trustees for Ukrainian Week, held the first week in February in Washington, D.C., and also serves on the policy committee of the American Coalition for Ukraine, an alliance of over 100 U.S.-based organizations. In the fall of 2024 Ahlgren established the Ukraine Action Plan, a 501(c)(3).]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1694</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,faithunderseige,hope,karlalhgren,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>40</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Cradled in Hope with Ashley Opliger</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cradled-in-hope-with-ashley-opliger--66903110</link><description><![CDATA[When Ashley lost her daughter Bridget to a miscarriage, it was devestating for her and her husband Matt. Since then, she has been committed to helping other moms who are grieving miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. Her story, may help you work through yours.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Gy04W2 ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66903110</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2025 10:00:09 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66903110/shaken_ep39_ashley_opliger.mp3" length="50376686" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>When Ashley lost her daughter Bridget to a miscarriage, it was devestating for her and her husband Matt. Since then, she has been committed to helping other moms who are grieving miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. Her story, may help you work...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[When Ashley lost her daughter Bridget to a miscarriage, it was devestating for her and her husband Matt. Since then, she has been committed to helping other moms who are grieving miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. Her story, may help you work through yours.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Gy04W2 ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2101</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,grief,hope,infantloss,miscarriage,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine,stillbirth</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>39</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Faith on the Frontlines of Ukraine Part 2, with Mikhail Pavenko</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/faith-on-the-frontlines-of-ukraine-part-2-with-mikhail-pavenko--66635163</link><description><![CDATA[<i>Note: Please be aware that this podcast includes descriptions of the horrors of war. Be careful of young ears around you when listening, or put your earbuds in.</i><br /><br />Mikhail Pavenko has been serving the Ukranian military as a chaplain. Mikhail has been on the front lines of that devastating war, and has seen the horrors and the miracles up close, as he works to point those in the line of fire to Jesus. <br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4kLE0WJ ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66635163</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66635163/shaken_ep38_mikhail_pavenko.mp3" length="54389391" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Note: Please be aware that this podcast includes descriptions of the horrors of war. Be careful of young ears around you when listening, or put your earbuds in.

Mikhail Pavenko has been serving the Ukranian military as a chaplain. Mikhail has been on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<i>Note: Please be aware that this podcast includes descriptions of the horrors of war. Be careful of young ears around you when listening, or put your earbuds in.</i><br /><br />Mikhail Pavenko has been serving the Ukranian military as a chaplain. Mikhail has been on the front lines of that devastating war, and has seen the horrors and the miracles up close, as he works to point those in the line of fire to Jesus. <br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4kLE0WJ ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2268</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>38</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>God, What Do I Do? with Katie Reid</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/god-what-do-i-do-with-katie-reid--66396473</link><description><![CDATA[Making decisions can cause a lot of stress. Little ones like where are we going to eat tonight, or what movie do you want to watch, can be frustrating and irritating. But when there is more at stake, making a decision can cause anxiety. You so badly want to get it right. You don’t want to disappoint those around you, or worse, God. Rather than overthinking things to the point of analysis paralysis, Katie Reid has a new Bible Study called “God, What Do I do?” It’s based on the first five chapters of Judges and it’s written to help you through dilemmas, and hard decisions.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/45Ml5X4 ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66396473</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:00:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66396473/shaken_ep37_katie_reid.mp3" length="44885797" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Making decisions can cause a lot of stress. Little ones like where are we going to eat tonight, or what movie do you want to watch, can be frustrating and irritating. But when there is more at stake, making a decision can cause anxiety. You so badly...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Making decisions can cause a lot of stress. Little ones like where are we going to eat tonight, or what movie do you want to watch, can be frustrating and irritating. But when there is more at stake, making a decision can cause anxiety. You so badly want to get it right. You don’t want to disappoint those around you, or worse, God. Rather than overthinking things to the point of analysis paralysis, Katie Reid has a new Bible Study called “God, What Do I do?” It’s based on the first five chapters of Judges and it’s written to help you through dilemmas, and hard decisions.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/45Ml5X4 ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1872</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,godwhatdoido,hope,judgesbiblestudy,makingdecisions,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>37</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Healing from Life's Deepest Hurts with Kimberly Haar</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/healing-from-life-s-deepest-hurts-with-kimberly-haar--66205902</link><description><![CDATA[<b>Note: This episode contains depictions of violence and abuse. It is not recommended for kids, and listener discretion is advised.</b><br /><br />Kimberly Haar has lived a nightmare. She was beaten and kidnapped by her ex-husband, and witnessed him shooting the man she was dating. Kimberly is sharing her story and helping others through her work as a licensed counselor, and her new book Healing from Life’s Deepest Hurts, Reclaiming Your Life After Grief, Loss, or Trauma.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3ZkM4W3 ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66205902</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 10:00:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66205902/shaken_ep36_kimberly_haar.mp3" length="47814801" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Note: This episode contains depictions of violence and abuse. It is not recommended for kids, and listener discretion is advised.

Kimberly Haar has lived a nightmare. She was beaten and kidnapped by her ex-husband, and witnessed him shooting the man...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>Note: This episode contains depictions of violence and abuse. It is not recommended for kids, and listener discretion is advised.</b><br /><br />Kimberly Haar has lived a nightmare. She was beaten and kidnapped by her ex-husband, and witnessed him shooting the man she was dating. Kimberly is sharing her story and helping others through her work as a licensed counselor, and her new book Healing from Life’s Deepest Hurts, Reclaiming Your Life After Grief, Loss, or Trauma.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3ZkM4W3 ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1994</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>36</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Losing the Love of Your Life with AJ Strout</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/losing-the-love-of-your-life-with-aj-strout--66076451</link><description><![CDATA[Imagine losing the person you're closest to in the whole world. That's what happened with AJ Strout when she lost her husband Steve to cancer. Where do you go from from there? How do you continue to live your life? This is AJ's story about grief and faith, and light overcoming darkness.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3S2KXGo ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66076451</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 10:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66076451/shaken_ep35_aj_strout.mp3" length="61326290" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Imagine losing the person you're closest to in the whole world. That's what happened with AJ Strout when she lost her husband Steve to cancer. Where do you go from from there? How do you continue to live your life? This is AJ's story about grief and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Imagine losing the person you're closest to in the whole world. That's what happened with AJ Strout when she lost her husband Steve to cancer. Where do you go from from there? How do you continue to live your life? This is AJ's story about grief and faith, and light overcoming darkness.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3S2KXGo ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2558</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>ajstrout,christianity,christianpodcast,deathofspouse,faith,hope,losingtheloveofyourlife,loss,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>35</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>God, Can We Chat? with Niki Hardy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/god-can-we-chat-with-niki-hardy--65796438</link><description><![CDATA[Has what's happened in your life up to now left you a bit perplexed? Niki Hardy, is a speaker, podcaster, and author of "God, Can We Chat? A Daringly Honest Guide to Growing Closer to God One Doubt at a Time." In this episode, we don't have the answers to things that only God knows (obviously), but we do talk about how we can respond to our doubts.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3YU1CPY ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65796438</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65796438/shaken_ep34_niki_hardy.mp3" length="45218094" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Has what's happened in your life up to now left you a bit perplexed? Niki Hardy, is a speaker, podcaster, and author of "God, Can We Chat? A Daringly Honest Guide to Growing Closer to God One Doubt at a Time." In this episode, we don't have the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Has what's happened in your life up to now left you a bit perplexed? Niki Hardy, is a speaker, podcaster, and author of "God, Can We Chat? A Daringly Honest Guide to Growing Closer to God One Doubt at a Time." In this episode, we don't have the answers to things that only God knows (obviously), but we do talk about how we can respond to our doubts.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3YU1CPY ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1886</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>canwechat,christianity,christianpodcast,faith,godcanwechat,hope,nikihardy,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Am I Just My Brain? with Sharon Dirckx</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/am-i-just-my-brain-with-sharon-dirckx--65597745</link><description><![CDATA[If you or someone you love has suffered from a neurological disorder, you may have asked yourself "Am I Just My Brain?" Sharon Dirckx has written a book by that name. Spoiler alert: she says the answer is no! Sharon has a PhD in Brain Imaging from Cambridge and also works with the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4jdJI2Q ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65597745</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65597745/shaken_ep33_sharon_dirckx.mp3" length="40047773" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>If you or someone you love has suffered from a neurological disorder, you may have asked yourself "Am I Just My Brain?" Sharon Dirckx has written a book by that name. Spoiler alert: she says the answer is no! Sharon has a PhD in Brain Imaging from...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[If you or someone you love has suffered from a neurological disorder, you may have asked yourself "Am I Just My Brain?" Sharon Dirckx has written a book by that name. Spoiler alert: she says the answer is no! Sharon has a PhD in Brain Imaging from Cambridge and also works with the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4jdJI2Q ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1671</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>amijustmybrain,christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,sharondirckx,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Restored: Reconnecting Life's Broken Pieces with Cindy Binker Simmons</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/restored-reconnecting-life-s-broken-pieces-with-cindy-binker-simmons--64961013</link><description><![CDATA[Cindy Brinker Simmons is an author, businesswoman and philanthropist. 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She also experienced the tragedy in her life. Her response has been to help other people with practical ways to put life's pieces back together. 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Show Notes:...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Adam Hannon and his wife Christina have lived every parent's worst nightmare. But what's truly remarkable about their story, is their response. If you have ever asked God "Why?" you may find some perspective in this episode.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/41t9gCN ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1944</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>adamhannan,christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine,tragedy,trust,trustgod,trustinggod</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Mighty Like Gideon - JD King</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mighty-like-gideon-jd-king--64307059</link><description><![CDATA[JD King, co-author of the book Mighty Like Gideon talks about finding the courage to trust God in all circumstances.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/42P8Qri ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64307059</guid><pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:00:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/64307059/shaken_ep30_jd_king.mp3" length="46187548" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>JD King, co-author of the book Mighty Like Gideon talks about finding the courage to trust God in all circumstances.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/42P8Qri </itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[JD King, co-author of the book Mighty Like Gideon talks about finding the courage to trust God in all circumstances.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/42P8Qri ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1919</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,jdking,mightylikegideon,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>A Biblical View of Suffering - Scott Smith</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-biblical-view-of-suffering-scott-smith--63941815</link><description><![CDATA[Biblical Counselor, Scott Smith, talks about turning to scripture for help in hard times.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63941815</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:00:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/63941815/shaken_ep29_scott_smith.mp3" length="46455878" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Biblical Counselor, Scott Smith, talks about turning to scripture for help in hard times.</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Biblical Counselor, Scott Smith, talks about turning to scripture for help in hard times.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1931</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>biblicalviewofsuffering,christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine,suffering</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Big Questions - Elijah Shamenda</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/big-questions-elijah-shamenda--63591300</link><description><![CDATA[Steve and Pastor Elijah Shamenda wrestle with some big questions like: Why do we suffer? 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Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3ZLNpFC</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[For Davy Blackburn, the worst DID happen. His wife was murdered during a home invasion. 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He has lived in Washington State since he was a kid, He is also a volunteer Chaplain with the Ukrainian military. 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It’s the story how We Carry Kevan has opened...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Imagine you could take your biggest weakness, and turn it into a source of strength for other people. That’s what Kevan Chandler did. This is the uplifting story of faith, trust, ingenuity and friendship. 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Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4dud7lZ</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Ade Adeleke was a teenager living in Liberia when Civil War broke out and everything changed. 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But even as Katie grew more and more angry with God, God was nowhere near done with Katie. 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Mary DeMuth had unimaginable things happen to her as a child. The effects...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<i><b>*NOTE: This is just a heads up that you might want to put ear buds in for this episode as there are topics discussed that are sensitive, and may be triggering for young kids.</b></i> <br /><br />Mary DeMuth had unimaginable things happen to her as a child. The effects have been far-reaching. But God has given her the strength to boldly and candidly share her story. In doing so, she shines a light in the darkest of lives.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/42h4KWN]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1811</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Your Dream vs. God's Plan</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/your-dream-vs-god-s-plan--58422768</link><description><![CDATA[What happens when your dream and God's plan for you don't line up? Kelly Minter is a popular writer and Bible teacher. But she had wanted, and worked very hard for a different dream. Kelly talks about the loss of a dream, and embracing what God had planned for her.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/429bPIS]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58422768</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 11:00:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58422768/shaken_ep6_kelly_minter.mp3" length="43963150" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What happens when your dream and God's plan for you don't line up? Kelly Minter is a popular writer and Bible teacher. But she had wanted, and worked very hard for a different dream. Kelly talks about the loss of a dream, and embracing what God had...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What happens when your dream and God's plan for you don't line up? Kelly Minter is a popular writer and Bible teacher. But she had wanted, and worked very hard for a different dream. Kelly talks about the loss of a dream, and embracing what God had planned for her.<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/429bPIS]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1833</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,dreams,faith,godsplan,hope,kellyminter,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine,yourdream</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Healing Happens</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/healing-happens--58324700</link><description><![CDATA[Sometimes God steps onto the scene and pulls off a tangible, everybody sees it, miracle.<br />Guest: Ibrahim Koroma<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3vLtrOJ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58324700</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:00:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/58324700/shaken_ep5_ibrahim_koroma.mp3" length="37532331" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Sometimes God steps onto the scene and pulls off a tangible, everybody sees it, miracle.
Guest: Ibrahim Koroma

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3vLtrOJ</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Sometimes God steps onto the scene and pulls off a tangible, everybody sees it, miracle.<br />Guest: Ibrahim Koroma<br /><br />Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3vLtrOJ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1565</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,ibrahimkoroma,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,soccer,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Journey of Infertility</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-journey-of-infertility--58246713</link><description><![CDATA[Infertility is heartbreaking for both men and women. 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Plus, Steve shares how God pulled him out of the deepest...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Steve talks with Evan Westerfield who has written a book about what for many is one of the most perplexing books in the Bible: Job. Evan and Steve what we can learn from Job's difficult story. Plus, Steve shares how God pulled him out of the deepest pit he's been in since being diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. Evan is a pastor at <a href="https://grove.church/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Grove Church</a> in Marysville, WA.<br /><br />Show Notes:]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2016</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>When a Loved One is Hurting</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-a-loved-one-is-hurting--57923706</link><description><![CDATA[In this episode you will hear more about Steve's journey with Parkinson's disease. He is also joined by podcast guest, Mike Weston. 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Hope When Life Hurts will now be called Shaken.<br /><br />Even followers of Jesus experience things in life that can make a firm foundation feel kind of well shaky. I will be sharing stories of people finding hope, joy and even humor under difficult life circumstances. The common denominator in these stories is God.<br /><br />Shaken with Steve Sunshine starts right here on 11/29/23.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57672375</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 01:02:16 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/57672375/shaken_trailwer_with_logo.mp3" length="1360138" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>We are so excited to share with you the rebrand of Hope When Life Hurts. Erica is passing the baton to Steve Sunshine. You can continue to find Erica podcasting at The Bible for Busy People. Hope When Life Hurts will now be called Shaken.

Even...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[We are so excited to share with you the rebrand of Hope When Life Hurts. Erica is passing the baton to Steve Sunshine. You can continue to find Erica podcasting at The Bible for Busy People. Hope When Life Hurts will now be called Shaken.<br /><br />Even followers of Jesus experience things in life that can make a firm foundation feel kind of well shaky. I will be sharing stories of people finding hope, joy and even humor under difficult life circumstances. The common denominator in these stories is God.<br /><br />Shaken with Steve Sunshine starts right here on 11/29/23.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>85</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>christianity,christianpodcast,faith,hope,overcoming,podcast,podcastcommunity,purposely,purposelypodcast,redemption,spotifypodcast,stevesunshine</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb06bd2d3c139e9a6d2aca5a96df2de5.jpg"/><itunes:season>2</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>trailer</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Hope When Life Falls Apart with Barb Roose</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/hope-when-life-falls-apart-with-barb-roose--47823695</link><description><![CDATA[Barb Roose has jumped over many hurdles in the race of life… and found hope on the other side of each one. She’s leapt in faith over depression, anxiety, family addiction, trauma, and the angst of answered prayer. She’s a mom, a motivational speaker, a Bible teacher, a gifted writer, and a fan of cute shoes. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Dz5M2v]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47823695</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2021 11:00:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/47823695/hope_when_life_hurts_ep5_fc.mp3" length="26162450" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Barb Roose has jumped over many hurdles in the race of life… and found hope on the other side of each one. She’s leapt in faith over depression, anxiety, family addiction, trauma, and the angst of answered prayer. She’s a mom, a motivational speaker,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Barb Roose has jumped over many hurdles in the race of life… and found hope on the other side of each one. She’s leapt in faith over depression, anxiety, family addiction, trauma, and the angst of answered prayer. She’s a mom, a motivational speaker, a Bible teacher, a gifted writer, and a fan of cute shoes. 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Steve and Erica talk about all this and how he is walking through the changes on today's episode! Show Notes: https://bit.ly/31g1xf1]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>952</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/20915ba2cf9507006d42b915fce03f4a.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Hope In the Midst of Illness</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/hope-in-the-midst-of-illness--47510497</link><description><![CDATA[Our special guest on this week’s episode is someone who could teach a class on hope. On a beautiful December afternoon in 2017, her brother went Home to be with the Lord in a terrible motorcycle accident. She continues to tell stories about his life, sometimes through her tears, because that’s what memory keepers do. Last year, she battled Covid for 70 days in the hospital and at one point was on 100% oxygen. From a bed in the ICU, she told me about what God was teaching her in those terrifying days. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/30F2QDT]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47510497</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Nov 2021 11:00:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/47510497/hope_when_life_hurts_ep3_fc.mp3" length="23818706" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>Purposely</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Our special guest on this week’s episode is someone who could teach a class on hope. On a beautiful December afternoon in 2017, her brother went Home to be with the Lord in a terrible motorcycle accident. She continues to tell stories about his life,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Our special guest on this week’s episode is someone who could teach a class on hope. 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