Inspirational Life Stories of Overcomers

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Below you will find short descriptions and links to inspirational life stories of faith by people that have overcome difficult life circumstances. Text transcripts for most of the life stories are also available.

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Michael Chadwick LIfe Story 

Quitting Is Not An Option

When his best friend offered him marijuana as a young teen, Michael Chadwick had no idea how the drug would change the course of his future. Even as Michael gained success and wealth as an acclaimed homebuilder, alcohol and drug addiction were to dominate his life. After a series of close calls with death, however, Michael eventually turned to God for help. Faced with extremely difficult times such as the death of his 8-year old son, Michael shares how his hope in Jesus Christ kept him going. You're sure to be inspired by Michael's incredible story of perseverance.

Complete audio story & transcript:

http://www.michaelchadwickstory.com/

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Joni Eareckson Tada Life Story 

Why?

A diving accident in 1967 left Joni Eareckson Tada a quadriplegic in a wheelchair. Today, she is an internationally known mouth artist, a talented vocalist, a radio host, an author of 17 books and an advocate for disabled persons worldwide. In this audio story, you'll meet Joni and hear how she struggled to accept God's design in her paralysis.

Complete audio story & transcript:

http://www.joniearecksontadastory.com/

What people are blogging about Joni Eareckson Tada... 

Joni Eareckson Tada Diamonds in the Dust Review - SharedReviews
Consumer Review of Joni Eareckson Tada Diamonds in the Dust - Rating: 5.0 out of 5.0 - I think my husband went on an out of town trip at that time and when he came back, he brought me... [Read More]
How to Pray for Joni Eareckson Tada – Justin Taylor
How to Pray for Joni Eareckson Tada. Joni Eareckson Tada is one of my heroes because she makes Christ look great and makes me want to grow in my knowledge of him and the power of his resurrection. I recently watched her presentation at ...
Be Thankful for Suffering « Sola Dei Gloria
So, as Joni Eareckson Tada writes in the small message below, we really can be thankful for suffering. For we can know God is working a 'work' in us, that one day the world will see and God will use to bring Glory to His Son. ...
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Lee Ezell Life Story 

Rape, Adoption, Reunion

After suffering from a brutal rape, Lee Ezell discovered she was pregnant. She bravely chose to relinquish her child for adoption, wishing the very best for the child. Twenty years later, Lee was shocked to hear a voice on the other end of the telephone state, "Hi, I'm Julie and you're my mother." Televised across North America, Lee's story of her remarkable reunion with her daughter has touched the hearts of millions. In this story, enjoy the laughter and tears shared together between Lee and Julie as they explain how anyone can find peace and hope -in spite of life's "missing pieces."

Complete audio story & transcript:

http://www.leeezellstory.com/

What people are blogging about Lee Ezell... 

CORAL ROSA DE SARON: ENCONTRANDO A PEÇA PERDIDA - LEE EZELL
A tocante e poderosa historia de Lee Ezell revela não apenas a sua dor, mas também a sua fé fortalecida em Deus e na maneira como Ele opera para revelar o seu propósito em nossa vida. Encontrando a peça perdida é um testemunho ...
Former Officer Travis Ezell Arrested for Child Porn
Travis Lee Ezell, 41, allegedly downloaded the pornography from his home computer. OU Police Lt. Bruce Chen said Ezell is recently no longer with the OU Police Department. ------------------------------- ...
OBITUARY: Geri Lee Ezell
Geri Lee Ezell, 61, of Forest Grove died Saturday, March 14, 2009, at Tuality Community Hospital in Hillsboro.
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Stan Telchin Life Story 

Betrayed

Stan Telchin felt betrayed! His 21-year-old daughter had just told him that she believed Jesus is the Messiah. As a 50-year-old successful Jewish businessman, who had raised his children well, he couldn't understand how she could do such a thing. With divided emotions and heated tensions, his close-knit family felt threatened. To win his daughter back and resolve the matter, Stan set out to prove that Jesus isn't the Jewish Messiah. In the process he made some amazing discoveries. This is his story.

Complete audio story & transcript:

http://www.stantelchinstory.com/

What people are blogging about Stan Telchin... 

"Messianic Synagogues" Target Jews but Hit Christians, Some of ...
According to Reverend Stan Telchin, a Jews-for-Jesus activist, non-Jews make up about 80 percent of those who attend Messianic synagogues. Other experts suggest that, despite the pervasive Jewish ?even Orthodox ?image the Messianics ...
Book Nook Club: Ronnica's Read-a-Thon, Actual Final Update
Betrayed! by Stan Telchin Lost in a Good Book by Jasper Fforde Franny and Zooey by J. D. Salinger Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins I started last night, and here's my hourly progress: Thursday 5 PM Started reading (was able to start ...
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You fear: Betrayed! by Stan Telchin. What is the best advice you have to give: A Chance to Die by Elisabeth Elliot. Thought for the day: Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers. My soul's present condition: In the Name of God by Paula Jolin ...
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