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Blaine Bartel: From Secret Addiction to Resurrection in Jesus: Page 252

Content Warning: This episode deals with sexual addiction and mature themes; it may not be appropriate for younger listeners. Blaine Bartel was a rising star in Christian ministry, hosting the nationally televised Fire by Nite, writing best-selling books, and leading one of the largest weekly student gatherings in America. But behind the platform and applause, Blaine was trapped in a 23-year struggle with pornography and sexual addiction, living a secret double life that ultimately destroyed his career, marriage, and reputation. In this episode of The Unfolding, Blaine shares his journey from despair and scandal to true freedom. He talks about the devastating consequences for his family, church, and friends, and how, through God’s grace, he was led not just to recovery, but to a resurrected life in Jesus. Today, Blaine helps men, ministers, and marriages break free from sexual addiction and walk in hope through House of Resurrection. Show Notes: Website: https://www.blainebartel.com/ Website: https://www.houseofresurrection.life/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blainebartel99/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blainebtv6712

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Dr. Jeff Myers: Hope for the Next Generation | Honoring Charlie Kirk’s Legacy — “Making a Difference Before You’re Supposed To” — Unfolding Short Stories: 87

Dr. Jeff Myers of Summit Ministries has spent years helping young people face hard questions, discern truth, and find their identity in Christ. Charlie Kirk longed to be remembered for courage in his faith, and part of that courage was speaking to students directly. His voice has now been silenced, but the legacy of reaching the rising generation continues. In this episode, Jeff shares stories of young adults moving from confusion to conviction, from hardness of heart to lives transformed by Jesus. God is still raising up voices. And the hope of tomorrow is clear: He is not done with young people. Jeff also introduces his new book with Dr. Kathy Koch, Raising Gender Confident Kids.

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Walker Hayes: From ‘Fancy Like’ to Faith – His Story of Transformation: Page 251

He was an alcoholic atheist and a country artist whose life was falling apart. Walker Hayes had written off faith and was running out of hope. Then came Craig—a friend whose relentless love, years of kindness, generosity, and one unforgettable gift made Walker start asking a question he’d avoided his whole life: What if Jesus really is who He says He is? In this episode of The Unfolding, Walker shares his journey from brokenness to belief, and how his heart of stone began to soften in the most unexpected ways. You probably know Walker for his hit song Fancy Like, which went seven-times platinum. He just made his Grand Ole Opry debut, released his new album 17 Problems, and is soon heading out on his Unplugged Tour. But behind all the success is a deeper story of friendship, unexpected grace, and a transformation he never saw coming. Show Notes: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerhayes/?hl=en Website: https://www.walkerhayes.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Glad-Youre-Here-Unlikely-Breaking/dp/0802424716 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walkerhayes/ Unfolding Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheUnfoldingPodcast