When Deena hit her breaking point, she discovered something she never expected—God didn’t change her situation… He changed her instead.
In this powerful continuation of her story, Deena opens up about burnout, emotional exhaustion, surrender, identity, and the slow rebuilding process that transformed her from the inside out. Her honesty will speak to anyone walking through a season they didn’t expect or don’t feel strong enough to carry.“
My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9 (ESV)
In this episode:
• The breaking point that led to transformation
• How stress and burnout impact the body and spirit
• Why masking pain leads to deeper exhaustion
• What surrender really looks like
• The story behind Specially Empowered Moms
• How God prepares us long before we realize it
• Encouragement for anyone walking through the unexpected
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🙏 A Prayer for You
Lord, for every listener who feels overwhelmed, exhausted, or at the end of themselves, I ask that You meet them right where they are. Remind them that Your grace is enough, Your strength is made perfect in their weakness, and You are already at work in their story. Bring peace, clarity, and hope into every place that feels heavy.
Amen.
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What do you do when the life you planned suddenly shifts?
In this powerful episode of Witness the Wonder, Christina Smith sits down with Deena Trocino, founder of SpeciallyEmpoweredMoms.com, who shares how a surprise pregnancy at 42 and a Down syndrome diagnosis at birth completely changed the trajectory of her life, her ministry, and her family.
From leading a thriving youth outreach to navigating unexpected grief, identity shifts, and a new calling she never saw coming—Deena’s story is honest, raw, and full of God’s faithfulness in the unexpected.
If your life feels “off script,” this episode will remind you:
God is still writing the story.
What We Talk About
✨ Scripture
Romans 8:28 (ESV)
“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good…”
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In this special Thanksgiving episode of Witness the Wonder, we’re talking about altars of gratitude — the moments where we pause to remember what God has done. In Scripture, God’s people built altars as reminders of His faithfulness. They were altars built to mark the places where He met them, strengthened them, or carried them through.
Today, we don’t build stone altars anymore, but we still need reminders of what God has done so we can hold onto hope when life feels uncertain.
This is also my first solo episode of Witness the Wonder, and I’m grateful to share it with you. It feels meaningful that this moment is anchored in gratitude and remembering what God has done.
✨ In this episode, you’ll hear:
• What altars of gratitude are and why the Israelites built them
• How remembering strengthens your faith today
• The anonymous check taped to our door during a financial crisis
• How God met me personally through a small yellow-and-black bird
• How your Thanksgiving table can become a place of remembrance
• Why looking back helps you trust God for what’s ahead
• Why your story has power to inspire and encourage others
If you’re in a season where you need encouragement, hope, or reassurance that God is still working — this episode will help you remember the places He met you before so you can trust Him for what’s ahead.
📖 Scripture References
• Joshua 4 — Stones of remembrance
• 1 Samuel 7:12 — “Ebenezer: thus far the Lord has helped us”
• Genesis 28 — Jacob’s encounter at Bethel
• Isaiah 38 — Hezekiah’s prayer and God’s response
• Psalm 77:11 — “I will remember the deeds of the Lord”
❤️ Thanksgiving Blessing
As you gather with the people you love, may your home be filled with joy, peace, and reminders of how faithful God has been this year.
Happy Thanksgiving, friends — and remember, God is always at work in your story.
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⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 — Welcome + Thanksgiving Introduction
01:02 — Travel Reflections & Unexpected Ministry Moments
03:49 — What Are Altars of Gratitude?
06:10 — Biblical Examples of Altars
08:24 — Why We Need to Remember What God Has Done
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09:49 — The Story Behind Isaiah 38
10:55 — The Anonymous Check on Our Door
15:54 — When the Story Didn’t Go How We Expected
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19:10 — A Personal Encounter With God’s Love (The Tree & the Bird)
23:02 — What Altars Has God Built in Your Life?
24:50 — How to Create Modern-Day Altars
25:55 — A Thanksgiving Invitation for Your Family Table
27:50 — Final Blessing: You Are Loved, Seen & Not Alone
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Grief shows up in unexpected moments — a memory, a place, even something as simple as a family event… especially during the holidays.
In this Wonder Story Highlight, Heather O’Brien, host of the Heal with God Podcast, and I talk honestly about navigating grief, seasonal depression, and what it looks like to feel the emotion, process it, and keep moving forward without staying stuck.
For years, I avoided grieving. I stayed busy, took care of others, and pushed my own tears aside. But as loss kept piling up, I realized I couldn’t outrun it anymore — I had to grieve.
And in that journey, God met me with a closeness I didn’t even know to expect.
In this conversation, we explore:
• How grief shows up in everyday moments
• Why avoiding grief keeps you stuck
• What healthy grieving looks like
• How to take negative thoughts captive before they pull you deeper
• Why community matters when depression whispers “isolate”
• The surprising connection between helping others and emotional healing
• What the Bible actually says about comfort, mourning, and hope
If you're walking through grief or depression, this highlight is for you.
You’re not alone. There is hope.
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Joy and grief—can they really exist together?
During the holidays, grief often feels heavier, memories feel sharper, and the ache of who’s missing seems impossible to ignore. But what if joy doesn’t disappear in grief… what if it stands beside it?
In today’s heartfelt conversation, Heather O’Brien (Heal With God Podcast) joins me, Christina Smith, as we talk honestly about navigating holiday grief, emotional triggers, and the unexpected moments where God brings light into our darkest seasons.
I share a personal story from my own journey—hosting our annual family cookie night just five days after losing my mom. In that moment, I discovered something I didn’t know was possible: joy and grief can truly co-exist. God met me in both, and He wants to meet you there too.
Together, we explore how to grieve on purpose, how to take your thoughts captive when emotions feel overwhelming, and how to honor your grief without losing your joy.
If you’re facing the holidays with a heavy heart, this conversation offers comfort, clarity, and hope. God is close to the brokenhearted, and He is with you in every season—joyful or painful.
🌿 What We Cover
• Why grief often intensifies around the holidays
• What “fantasy grief” is and how it keeps us stuck
• Taking your thoughts captive (2 Cor. 10:5) in emotional seasons
• How to plan your grief instead of being overwhelmed by it
• The power of choosing joy even when you’re hurting
• Practical ways to support someone who is grieving
• Healthy ways to avoid isolation when depression whispers “withdraw”
• How God meets us—even in the hardest places
📖 Scriptures Mentioned
Ecclesiastes 3:1 • 2 Corinthians 10:5 • Psalm 34:18
Philippians 4:8 • Romans 8:37
⏱️ Chapters
00:00 – “I choose joy.”
00:20 – Can joy & grief co-exist?
01:47 – Christina’s story: holidays after multiple losses
03:06 – Why grief hits harder during the holidays
05:19 – Grieving relationships that never became what you hoped
06:40 – “Fantasy grief” and the lies that accompany it
08:52 – How to grieve on purpose
10:44 – Taking thoughts captive in heavy seasons
14:42 – Cookie night five days after losing my mom
17:32 – Joy & grief as two sides of the same coin
20:35 – Preparing emotionally & spiritually for the holidays
22:44 – Supporting someone who is grieving
25:31 – Heather’s final encouragement
27:18 – Closing reminder: God is always at work
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Grief, seasonal depression, and hearing God’s voice—When God woke me at 2 A.M., I didn’t realize He was preparing me for what I couldn’t yet see and giving me a gift I didn’t know I’d need. One week later, a simple voicemail became a lifeline through loss—and a reminder that God is close to the brokenhearted.
Guest host Heather O’Brien (Heal With God Podcast) joins me, Christina Smith, as I share my personal story. We talk about recognizing God’s voice and gentle nudges, walking through seasonal depression, and choosing community over isolation. If you’re grieving or dealing with depression this holiday season, this conversation offers Scripture, practical tools, and the comfort of God’s presence.
📖 Psalm 34:18 — “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
🌿 What We Cover
How God prepares us and speaks through quiet “nudges”
Processing grief and seasonal depression with faith and scripture
Taking thoughts captive (2 Cor 10:5) and refocusing our thoughts (Phil 4:8)
Choosing community when depression says “withdraw”
Why God feels closest in our hardest seasons
📖 Scriptures Mentioned
2 Corinthians 10:5; Philippians 4:8; Psalm 34:18; Romans 8:37; James 1:17
Chapters
00:00 Ministry, honesty, and depression
00:46 Birch Gold message
01:09 Welcome + why this episode is different
02:02 Handing the mic to Heather (guest host)
02:08 Setting the scene
02:19 God woke me at 2 A.M.
03:08 Calling my brother in the night
04:45 “I’ll call you back—don’t answer.”
05:32 The voicemail I’ll treasure forever
06:04 One week later: sudden loss
07:00 Seeing God’s fingerprints
08:37 “My sheep hear my voice.”
09:10 Learning to notice the gentle tap
09:43 The last-minute dinner with Grandma
11:13 A final family gift
12:48 Learning God’s voice personally
14:14 Birch Gold message
14:27 Holidays, seasonal depression, and grief
15:23 Learning to actually grieve
18:01 Everyday triggers and letting tears come
20:41 One takeaway for the heavy-hearted
21:22 Taking thoughts captive (2 Cor 10:5)
21:27 Training your focus (Phil 4:8)
21:56 Doing the opposite of isolation
22:52 Catching thoughts before they drop to the heart
23:19 Identity truths that fight the lies
24:57 Simple dopamine wins when you feel stuck
25:21 God is near the brokenhearted (Ps 34:18)
26:44 Every good and perfect gift (James 1:17)
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Moments before her daughter’s car flipped multiple times, Emily Meacham sensed a quiet nudge from the Holy Spirit: “Speak protection over her.” Minutes later, the Life360 crash alert no parent wants to see lit up her phone.
In this powerful continuation of the Faith on Impact story, Emily and her daughter Faith share how God’s peace and prompting before the crash became undeniable proof of His presence—revealing a testimony of His preparation, protection, and power.
If you’ve ever prayed for your child’s safety or wrestled to trust God with what you cannot control, this episode will renew your faith that He goes before you and is always at work, even in the unseen moments.
Scripture
Philippians 4:7 — “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
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Sometimes life can change in an instant.One moment, everything feels normal — and the next, you’re praying for God’s protection.In that moment, prayer isn’t just comforting — it’s powerful.
In this week’s Wonder Story Highlight, Middle School Teacher, Faith Meacham shares how a routine drive turned into a life-threatening crash — and how prayer became her greatest weapon in the middle of chaos.
Her story is a powerful reminder that when everything feels out of control, God is still in control.Prayer isn’t our last resort; it’s our first line of defense.
📖 Psalm 46:1 — “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
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🙌 ABOUT
Welcome to Witness the Wonder — a faith-based podcast sharing powerful, real-life stories that reveal how God is always at work in our lives.
Hosted by Christina Smith, Evangelist, Writer, Speaker, and Life Coach.
New episodes weekly — subscribe for stories that build bold faith and real hope.
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00:00 When Life Changes in an Instant
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00:58 Take Us Back to That Day
01:03 The Crash and Roll-Over
02:14 Processing the Moment
04:33 God’s Present Help in Trouble
05:03 A Prayer That Changed Everything
06:19 Finding Purpose Through the Crash
06:24 What Really Matters Most
07:11 Closing Reflection
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A routine drive. A sudden impact. A car rolling across the intersection.
In this episode of Witness the Wonder, dancer and middle school teacher Faith Meacham shares how prayer and a calm, God-given focus helped her escape a devastating crash with minimal injury. Her mom, Emily Meacham, reflects on seeing the mangled car and the unmistakable protection of God over her daughter’s life.
You’ll hear how to recognize God’s voice, make space for Him in a busy schedule, and respond to crisis with peace and prayer.
📖 Scriptures: Psalm 46:1 · Psalm 46:10 · James 4:8
🎙️ Host: Christina Smith
⏱️ Duration: 28 minutes
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Sometimes the hardest step of faith is saying yes when you feel unqualified.
In this week’s Wonder Story Highlight, Caron Carroll shares how God transformed her fear into bold faith and led her to start a women’s prayer group that reached beyond the walls of the church. Her story reminds us that when we surrender control and trust to God, He equips us for more than we ever imagined.
If you have ever wondered whether God can use you, this moment will speak straight to your heart. 💛
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Ever felt unqualified or too afraid to share your faith? In Part 2, author and evangelist Caron Carroll explains how God led her out of a 40-year “wilderness” mindset and into bold purpose — from simple prayers and everyday conversations to leading street evangelism and prayer tents. Her message is clear: do it afraid. God meets you when you step out.
Caron shares practical, Spirit-led ways to love people well, start conversations (“Can I pray for you?”), handle rejection, and watch God turn ordinary moments into divine encounters.
You’ll also hear a moving salvation story and how Caron’s new book, How Can I Pray for You: The Revelation That Changed Everything, was born out of healing and obedience.
In this episode:
- From religion to relationship — and the “wilderness” revelation
- How to share your faith (even when you feel unqualified)
- Street evangelism, prayer tents, and everyday boldness
- Handling fear of man and trusting the Holy Spirit
- Equipping others + Caron’s new book and calling
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Sometimes the hardest thing to let go of is the very thing keeping you from freedom. In this Wonder Story Highlight, Caron Carroll shares how one act of surrender opened the door to true freedom in Christ.
“Jesus doesn't demand that we change before coming to him. He just says, Come as you are.”
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Have you ever called yourself a Christian but felt like something was missing? Author and evangelist Caron Carroll shares how she broke free from years of religion, shame, and alcohol to find real freedom in Christ.
For decades she went through the motions—church on Sunday, faith in words but not in heart. Then everything changed when she finally surrendered to Jesus. In this heartfelt conversation, Caron reveals how God transformed her pain into purpose and restored her identity through His love.
In this episode:
• From religion to real relationship with Jesus
• Freedom from guilt, shame, and alcohol
• Hearing God’s voice and finding peace
• Discovering your true identity in Christ
If this story encouraged you, follow Witness the Wonder and share it with a friend. Every listen helps us reach more people with stories of faith and transformation.
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From fighting for justice to facing a brain tumor, Angel Faulk’s story is full of faith, resilience, and purpose. Known as The Fitness Angel, she’s helping women in their 40s, 50s & 60s take back their health and discover strength that starts from the inside out.
In this finale, Diagnosis to Destiny, Angel opens up about her health battle, how God turned pain into purpose, and why your mindset, faith, and nutrition all matter when it comes to healing. We’re talking body recomposition, protein truths, perimenopause struggles, and what it really means to steward your body as a temple, without toxic diet culture. You will also hear about her new book, Praise through the Pain: Diagnosis to Destiny coming out October 11th. (Link to buy below)
Her journey is proof that God doesn’t waste pain, He repurposes it. If you’ve ever felt stuck, tired, or unsure how to start again, this convo will fire you up to move, pray, and believe that your best chapter is still ahead.
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During more than two decades of waiting for justice, Angel Faulk faced a new and unexpected battle — this time with her health. A sudden loss of hearing led to a devastating diagnosis and the start of a fight that would test her strength, identity, and faith in ways she never imagined.
In Part 2 of her story, Angel opens up about the reality of facing a life-threatening brain tumor, the challenges of recovery, and the emotional weight of losing her smile. Yet through every obstacle, she discovered resilience, community, and the unshakable presence of God walking with her. This is more than just a story about survival. It’s a testimony of courage, faith, and the determination to keep moving forward — even when the road ahead looks impossible.
Whether you’ve faced your own health battle or know someone walking through one now, Angel’s journey will leave you encouraged to hold on to hope and never give up.
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A daughter’s love. A mother’s memory. And a 23-year fight for justice. In this powerful conversation, Angel Faulk shares how her mom, Sharon, went missing, how her body was later found across state lines, and why Angel refused to give up. For 23 years she waited for an arrest—and 24 years before her mother’s killer was finally behind bars. Through grief, setbacks, and years of silence, Angel held onto her faith and pressed forward in the fight for justice. If you’re in a long season of waiting or walking through loss, this episode will meet you with honesty, hope, and practical courage.Resources & LinksNational Domestic Violence Hotline (U.S.): 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) — 24/7Angel House (VOCAL – Montgomery, AL): https://vocalonline.org/angel-house/Wiregrass Angel House (Dothan, AL): https://www.wiregrassangelhouse.orgConnect with Angel Faulk:🌐 Website: https://thefitnessangel.net 📱Facebook: Angel FaulkFollow Witness the Wonder:📺 YouTube: @witnessthewonder📱 TikTok, Instagram & Facebook: @witnessthewonder🌐 Website: www.witnessthewonderpodcast.comSupport the Show🤝 Partner with us on Patreon to access exclusive behind-the-scenes content and bonus clips: patreon.com/WitnessTheWonder#FightForJustice #AngelFaulk #WitnessTheWonder #GodStories #FaithStories #ChristianPodcast #TrueCrimeAndFaith #Resilience #NeverGiveUp #JusticePrevails #faithinaction #MiraclesToday #ChristianContent #truestory #truestories #truecrimestories #truecrimestory #truecrimedocumentary #truecrimepodcast #truecrimecommunity #truecrimeaddict #justice #justiceserved #justiceforvictims
Doctors told Bev McCann she might never sing again. After losing part of her lung, it looked like her music career, and her voice were over. But God had other plans.
In this episode of Witness the Wonder, Bev shares how her songwriting flows straight from the presence of God, the surprising story behind her #1 song, and the moment her journey took an unexpected turn.
You’ll also hear how she stepped into leadership as President/CEO of Nashville 37201 TV and Absolutely Gospel.
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When Bev McCann thought her story was over, God stepped in and rewrote it.
From a devastating divorce that nearly broke her to a beautiful marriage of 34 years, Bev’s testimony reveals the power of God’s redemption, purpose, and faithfulness. In this candid conversation, she shares how closed doors weren’t a “no” but a “not yet,” and how every season — even the broken ones — prepared her for the ministry and music she walks in today.
In this episode of Witness the Wonder (Part 1), you’ll hear:- How God called Bev into ministry at just 13 years old.- Why divorce didn’t disqualify her from God’s plan.- The powerful truth that God turns ashes into beauty.- How Bev discovered that trust in Him is the foundation of restoration.
Come back for Part 2 where Bev shares about her music, national ministry, and the miraculous healing that shaped her journey even more.
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Families trapped in modern-day slavery in Pakistan’s brickyards are finding freedom through Victorious Living International's Humanitarian Aid efforts. Bishop Ed Akers shares powerful stories of rescue, restoration, and raising up pastors worldwide.
In this conversation, we dive into:
How VLI rescues families from multi-generational debt bondage in Pakistan’s brickyards—and why $2,250 = freedom.
What life looks like inside the brickyards, where even 3-year-old children make bricks in 100+ degree heat.
Real rescue stories: a widow with 3 children freed from abuse, and a young mother praying her kids would never grow up in the brickyards.
VKids program: child sponsorship transforming lives in the Philippines and Pakistan—funding education, hygiene, backpacks, and a vision for a $50K orphanage.
Transformations: Milky (from sponsored child → teacher) and Hannah Lynn (cleft palate surgeries → now following Jesus).
VLI’s pastor mentorship and church planting: 20 lessons, 129 leaders trained, 60+ ordained—equipping pastors to lead Spirit-filled churches ready for revival.
This is the heart of missions—faith + action + humanitarian aid + compassion = bringing freedom, opportunity, and hope.
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Cancer healed. Debt erased. Blind eyes see and deaf ears hear. These miracle testimonies show that God still heals, provides, and moves in power today. ✨
Join Christina Smith on Witness the Wonder as Ed Akers shares stories from global crusades with Victorious Living International (VLI):
✨ A young woman dying of liver cancer who was miraculously healed
✨ Deaf ears opened and blind eyes restored
✨ A $1.1 million debt miracle that set the church free to impact the world
These true stories will stir your faith and remind you that God still makes a way in what seems like impossible situations.
📅 Part 2 continues next week with stories of families freed from modern-day slavery and leaders being trained worldwide.
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