The Unfolding

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John O’Leary’s Soul on Fire Story: “I love you, and there’s nothing you can do about it.”| Unfolding Short Stories

“I love you, and there’s nothing you can do about it.” Kids make mistakes. Sometimes accidents leave scars that last forever. For John O’Leary, one choice with fire left him burned and disabled. What should have been only tragedy became a story of grace. His family and his community surrounded him, but it was his father’s voice in the hospital that changed everything: “I have never been so proud of anyone in my entire life. I love you, and there’s nothing you can do about it.” That is grace. That is the gospel. John’s journey is now a feature film, Soul on Fire starring William H. Macy, opening October 10. Learn more at soulonfiremovie.com.

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Phillis Dewitt: Healing and Redemption After Childhood Trauma: Page 253 

Abused, rejected, and in foster care by 15, Phillis Dewitt’s life was marked by childhood sexual abuse, trauma, and loss. By her teens, she was self-harming, suicidal, and convinced she was unwanted. But God wasn’t finished with her story. Through a long journey of faith and healing, Phillis found belonging, became a foster mom to more than 100 children, and discovered how God can bring beauty out of even the darkest places. Phillis shares her journey in her book “I’m Still Standing” and on this episode of The Unfolding. If you’ve ever wondered if your pain could have a purpose, Phillis’ powerful story will encourage you that trauma doesn’t have to define you, and that God can redeem even the hardest chapters of your life. Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of childhood sexual abuse, self-harm, and trauma. It may not be suitable for younger listeners. Show Notes: Website: https://phillisdewitt.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/phillis.dewitt Book: https://www.amazon.com/Im-Still-Standing-Turned-Purpose/dp/B0BCXKCTGP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pdewitt/

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Mike Signorelli: “That baseball has become an anchor for my faith” — Unfolding Short Stories

“All these years later, that baseball has become an anchor for my faith.” As a boy growing up in poverty on the South Side of Chicago, Mike Signorelli found escape in baseball. When his mom prayed a bold prayer for a signed White Sox ball, God answered in a way that would anchor Mike’s faith for decades to come. Today, Mike leads V1 Church in New York, Miami, and Indiana, and he still carries that baseball as a reminder of God’s faithfulness. Here's Mike's latest book, Fire Starters: Igniting Revivals and Sustaining Spiritual Awakening.