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... 

Larry King Show-Joni Eareckson Tada story « A Fair Mitre
Let them set a fair mitre upon his head. Zec 3:5a. Home · About · Tents Of Issachar · Visions. John 7:24. 24Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment. November 2009. M, T, W, T, F, S, S. « Oct ...
tapestry316: Joni Eareckson Tada ~ an inspirational artist!
Joni Eareckson Tada is one of my inspirational heroes. She is an artist, speaker, author, singer, and the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Joni and Friends. Joni is an international advocate for people with disabilities. ...
adrianwarnock.com: Joni Eareckson Tada and Mark Stibbe on Raised ...
Joni Eareckson Tada and Mark Stibbe on Raised With Christ. Endorsements continue to come in for my forthcoming book, Raised With Christ, How The Resurrection Changes Everything. Here are two more which once again encouraged me no end: ...
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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. ------------------------------- ...
Media Advisories : Parks Cuts Ribbon On Mill Pond Park Along ...
... of the NYC Economic Development Corporation Tokumbo Shobowale, and Parks Committee Chair of Community Board 4 D. Lee Ezell, to cut the ribbon on Mill Pond Park, a scenic new 10-acre waterfront park developed along the Harlem River. ...
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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... 

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 ...
Messianic Judaism is not Christianity
Stan Telchin is Jewish. He is also a Christian. He does not feel there is a contradiction. He is closely associated with Jews for Jesus, which is.
My Question of the Day for 06 November 2009 – RESULTS
DiamondEmory Fav Books, Betrayed, Stan Telchin. The Total Money Makeover, Dave Ramsey. How to Marry The Wrong Guy, Milford & Gauvain. Trust. Tracey treschic67 Definately: Purpose Driven Life &The Color Purple. Joshua Robinson ...
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