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Millions have been encouraged and inspired by the words of the #1 best-selling 365-day devotional "Jesus Calling." Listen to real-life stories of faith as told by those who have experienced the power of living in His presence.

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Today, we’re joined by Coby and Cory Cotton of Dude Perfect, who share how a simple idea filmed in a backyard with friends grew into videos watched by millions around the world on YouTube. They reflect on the early days of creating trick shots just f... more

Welcome to a special scripture-focused bonus episode of the Jesus Calling Podcast, where we examine the stories and roles of mothers in the Bible with author and host of the Old Ladies Know Stuff podcast Rhonda Stoppe. Rhonda walks us through the liv... more

Joining us this week is worship leader turned viral comedian Heather Land. After growing up in the shadow of her mother’s decades-long addiction, Heather reflects on how this painful season—alongside her unexpected shift from the worship stage to the... more

*This episode contains content that may be triggering for some listeners.*

Today we’re joined by author and speaker Sarah Jakes Roberts, who invites us to rethink what true strength looks like—shifting from building a tolerance for the world’s noi... more

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Recent Guests

Rachel Kessler
Episcopal priest and Kenyon College chaplain, The Nerdy Priest on TikTok
Episcopal Church; Kenyon College
Episode: How Faith Finds Us When Life Takes a Detour: Heather Land & Rachel Kessler
Heather Land
Worship leader turned comedian
Self/Comedy career
Episode: How Faith Finds Us When Life Takes a Detour: Heather Land & Rachel Kessler
Sarah Jakes Roberts
Author and speaker focusing on faith and leadership through WOMEN EVOLVE
WOMEN EVOLVE
Episode: Living Truth in a World of Lies: Sarah Jakes Roberts & Timothy Cho
Timothy Cho
North Korean escapee, human rights defender and activist
Self/Independent activist
Episode: Living Truth in a World of Lies: Sarah Jakes Roberts & Timothy Cho
Matt Cooper
Country artist from Jacksonville, Florida
Independent musician
Episode: How We Find God In the Highs and Lows of Life: Butch Hartman & Matt Cooper
Butch Hartman
Animation creator and showrunner known for The Fairly OddParents and Danny Phantom
Nickelodeon (former), Hartman Family Studio (own studio)
Episode: How We Find God In the Highs and Lows of Life: Butch Hartman & Matt Cooper
Erin Kerry
Functional nutritionist and life coach
Episode: [JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] God, Help Me Move from Shame to Wholeness: Erin Kerry
Dr. Jim Burns
Founder of HomeWord; author on parenting adult children
HomeWord
Episode: Hope Through Life’s Deepest Heartaches: Dr. Jim Burns and Dr. Joshua W. Brown
Dr. Joshua W. Brown
Professor of psychological and brain sciences; director of the Global Medical Research Institute
Indiana University; Global Medical Research Institute
Episode: Hope Through Life’s Deepest Heartaches: Dr. Jim Burns and Dr. Joshua W. Brown

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
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    So sad to see this. Any supposed Christian preaching for us to love Israel the nation has been bought. I’m so very dissappointed as I have loved this book for many years. Nothing but a political fake christian podcast now. Devastating

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    2244356745
    United States5 months ago
  • Inspiring

    I am always encouraged when I listen to this podcast. Thank you again for such a positive podcast!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VacaCarolina
    United States8 months ago
  • Blessing

    This podcast has been a nightly blessing. Listening to all the life lessons and personal testimonies has helped me with my Christian journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bmanwe
    United States10 months ago
  • A blessing

    Such encouragement and inspirational testimonies!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VacaCarolina
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of my favorite podcasts

    It’s so nice to hear so many stories of faithful living for God 🙏🏾

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DGD2018
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Positive feedback highlighting inspiring stories and encouragement.
Some criticism about ads and devotional plugs reducing perceived focus on interviews.
Listeners appreciate faith-centered testimonies and practical guidance.
Overall sentiment skews toward uplifting and transformative storytelling.
Mixed reactions to controversial topics or perceived political leanings by some episodes.

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Living Truth in a World of Lies: Sarah Jakes Roberts & Timothy Cho
Q: What role does quiet and prayer play in maintaining your leadership and identity online?
She describes stepping back from social media to clear mental clutter, using prayer to reset priorities, and letting God's words shape how she shows up in the world.
Living Truth in a World of Lies: Sarah Jakes Roberts & Timothy Cho
Q: Let's start by speaking with Sarah Jakes Roberts. Can you share how you redefined strength in your life?
Sarah explains that strength is not about tolerating every external insult or challenge, but about staying focused on one's calling through humility, obedience, and daily spiritual disciplines, especially in the face of public scrutiny.
[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] God, Help Me Move from Shame to Wholeness: Erin Kerry
Q: What brought on the diagnosis and the label you first received?
Erin explains that living with stigma around diagnoses like PTSD, depression, and bipolar disorder was difficult, but recognizing the physical and neural aspects helped shift her perspective and opened the door to healing.
[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] God, Help Me to Know You More: John Eldredge
Q: So Mark, how do you know John Eldredge and what has drawn you to have him on the show?
Mark explains years of acquaintance with Eldredge and highlights his influence as a writer and counselor, focusing on how Eldredge's emphasis on experiential faith complements the show's themes.
[JESUS LISTENS MONTHLY SERIES] God, Help Me to Trust Your Grace: Ruth Chou Simons
Q: Could you talk about that passage from Luke and how you've learned this in your own life?
Ruth explains that Jesus uses the flowers and creation as examples to invite us to stop fretting and instead trust in God's provision, which has shaped how she approaches life and ministry.

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What is Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on real-life faith stories linked to daily devotionals and spiritual practice. Guests span worship leaders, pastors, artists, authors, and activists who share how faith intersects with work, family, leadership, trauma, and healing. Expect candid testimonies about addiction, grief, resilience, parenting, and finding purpose through prayer and devotional reflection, often tying personal journeys to the Jesus Calling devotional and related faith resources. A notable pattern is a steady mix of gospel-centered storytelling with practical guidance, including occasional monthly focus episodes and conversations about science, leadership, and social issues through a faith lens. This combination makes it helpful for listeners seeking... more

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Recent guests on Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith include:

1. Rachel Kessler
2. Heather Land
3. Sarah Jakes Roberts
4. Timothy Cho
5. Matt Cooper
6. Butch Hartman
7. Erin Kerry
8. Dr. Jim Burns

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